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For Sherblues, sustainable development is at the very heart of its mission. The festival is guided by a vision that is responsible, inclusive and rooted in its environment. It is based on a plan whose each action aims to reduce the impact, strengthen citizen participation, enhance local culture and support the economic vitality of the city center. Together, we are creating a festival that is good for the community as well as for the planet!

Responsible governance

Decisions are guided by transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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Some actions put in place:

  • A three-year action plan with measurable indicators.
  • ‍Specialized teams mobilized (layout, communications, communications, security, volunteers, etc.).
  • Addition of eco-responsible clauses in contracts (ban on single-use plastic, environmental instructions, etc.).
  • Decisions guided by the principles of transparency, eco-responsibility, diversity and inclusion.
  • Commitment to offering a festival that is accessible to all.

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Social and cultural commitment

Accessibility, inclusiveness, well-being, safety and citizen participation are an integral part of the festival.

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Some actions put in place:

  • Establishment of a solidarity ticket system whose contribution is voluntary, allowing the sustainability and affordability of shows. ‍
  • ‍Development of a reduced mobility and relaxation area.
  • Inclusive recruitment of volunteers by offering a recognition program.
  • Consultations with citizens rooted in the community.
  • Qualified security agents, continuous patrols as well as collaboration with the police and emergency services.
  • Programming focused on local, Quebec and Canadian artists.
  • Objectives of representativeness in programming (gender, origin, generation).
  • Enhancement of heritage spaces in the city center and collaborations with various social groups.

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Environmental actions

The team focuses on responsible management of water, residual materials, energy, energy, infrastructure, natural environments, climate and sustainable transport.
  • Creation of a green team ensuring cleanliness and waste management.‍
  • ‍Installation of filling stations for empty bottles. ‍
  • ‍No sale of plastic water bottles on the site.
  • Setting up reusable Sherblues eco-cups.
  • Development of sorting islands and deposit bins for lockers.
  • Clear guidelines for food partners on reducing packaging.
  • Stages and booths powered by 100% hydroelectricity (zero generator).
  • Tree protection, waste monitoring near rivers and continuous cleaning by the team.
  • Interactive sustainable mobility map (bike, bus, electric terminals, etc.).
  • Installation of bike racks in addition to the Bixis arranged on the street by the City of Sherbrooke.
  • Preferential rate for public transport during the event.
  • Calculation and partial compensation of GHGs.

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Economic system

Sherblues values its city center by creating an environment conducive to business opportunities.

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Some actions put in place:

  • Support for retailers with clear communications and by promoting to festival-goers.
  • Preferred local purchases and showcases for surrounding businesses.‍
  • ‍Valorization of the city center as a cultural and economic engine.
  • Solidarity ticketing and fair remuneration for artists.
  • Exchanges and collaboration with downtown retailers.

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