THE BULLFROG IN THIS ISSUE Feature: What is a Bullfrogger? | p.3 Bullfrog chats with WWF-Canada President Megan Leslie | p.9 Green recipes: Quinoa-stuffed Tomatoes and Blissful Chocolate Coconut Bites | p.15 SUMMER 2018

KLUANE FIRST NATION LAUNCHES PIVOTAL WIND PROJECT

This summer, Bullfrog Power helped celebrate the ground breaking of an exciting new wind project with the Kluane First Nation in the Yukon Territory. The wind project will enable the Kluane First Nation to reduce its impact on the land, improve the health of its inhabitants and help take action on climate change. Those attending the ground-breaking ceremony included Colin Asselstine, General Manager of Kluane Community Development Corp. (above, left) and Bullfrog’s Dave Borins (above, right). The festivities also featured an inspiring performance by Fancy Shawl dancer Marissa Mills (top). Thanks to your support, Bullfrog has been a longstanding supporter of the project—read more on p.4.

Background photo: Sheep Creek Trail in Kluane National Park Rebuilding a community As small as we are, we’re one of the largest Indigenous communities on the West Coast. Like many First Nations groups in Canada, we’re still recovering from the long-term effects of the Sixties Scoop and the residential school era in Canada. In the late 1970s and 80s, our community was in a situation where for the first time in generations, our children were being raised in Bella Bella without the threat of removal. At the same time, we were reasserting our independence by beginning to manage a number of services in the community. We were trying to bring the strength of our governance back into our own hands. Our issue was that we were missing generations of knowledge, as well as a cohesive sense of community. As a result, and at the direction of our Chiefs and Elders, what we now know as Qqs emerged in 1999 as a solution to that issue.

Nurturing a new generation Our concern was that kids in the community were disconnected from their territory—because five generations were impacted by residential schools and our culture was repressed by the Potlatch Ban, which made practicing ceremony illegal. These kids lacked the understanding of how our land sustains them. Qqs created a space and programs to teach Heiltsuk youth about their culture and history. Every summer, around 50 children attend the Koeye River Youth Camp where they learn about traditional Heiltsuk practices, ceremonies and stories, as well as the science of the nature that surrounds them. The camp is also home to scientists and stewardship technicians who are researching and monitoring the territory’s wildlife— JESS HOUSTY and sharing their knowledge with the youth. Communications Director With Bullfrog’s support—that we’re excited about Qqs Projects Society, Bella Bella, B.C. and grateful for—we’re building the solar capacity to help power our Koeye facilities without impacting our land. The entire facility is going to be powered by the sun seasonally. As a long term goal, we’d like the Jess Housty is a citizen of Heiltsuk Nation, building to be powered by solar energy all year round. a First Nations community of more than Looking to the future 1,500 people in the community of Bella Bella on Campbell Island, B.C. Jess works As a nonprofit, we have the opportunity to be creative about finding solutions to our challenges. Our successful solutions as a Communications Director with Qqs can inspire change in how people in the Heiltsuk community (pronounced “kucks”) Projects Society. view and think of themselves. We’re beginning to see some of our piloted initiatives Qqs is a nonprofit organization on Bella Bella adopted throughout the community. We’re also learning that is empowering and educating Heiltsuk about renewable energy projects from nearby communities such as Haida Gwaii—and we’re excited to be a part of the Nation youth by reconnecting them with shift toward renewables. their culture and land. With support from Our children see what we show them. We have a responsibility Bullfrog customers, Qqs is installing a 7.3 to show them the powerful, beautiful and challenging parts of life, as well as the strength that comes from their cultural kW solar project at its Koeye (pronounced identity and the land that surrounds them. “kway”) River Camp, which hosts 50 children every summer. > kfn.ca

2 | THE BULLFROG BUZZ What is a Bullfrogger?

ere at Bullfrog, we love to hear from our customers. Many of the emails that Hcome in are about lawn signs getting “chewed up” by lawn mowers, dogs…or a kid (happened once). We will get your typical questions about billing and account changes. But every once in a while we get an email like this:

This should be bad news—we’ve just lost a customer. But, at Bullfrog, this news inspires us because it reminds us of why we’re here. We’re here because of our community—made up of the most innovative, forward- thinking and caring Canadians. People who want to protect our environment and who share our vision for a clean, healthy Canada that runs on 100% renewable energy. We talk a lot about this community but who are we? Who are the 10,000 residential customers, 1,500 businesses, 140 community projects and 55 source projects across Canada?

It’s business owners like Adam Pesce from Reunion Island Coffee who has made it his personal mission to deliver the best sustainably sourced coffee in Toronto while having the smallest impact on the earth Gamechangers like Janice Ashworth who is leveraging the power of community co-ops to increase the amount of renewables in her region while generating wealth for her community Leaders like Chief Patrick Michell, Ric Richardson and Jess Housty who see opportunity in the transition to renewables for Indigenous Peoples—such as skills training, land preservation and independence Homeowners like Erin Young, who runs a small business, has three young kids— and still takes the time to always make the sustainable choice Wind energy experts like Aaron Long, who was instrumental in bringing the Ellershouse Wind Farm in Nova Scotia online—which now supplies Bullfrog customers These are just a few members of the bullfrogpowered community—we’ve created this section to show you a broader snapshot. YOU are an important part of Bullfrog Power. Every day, you and Bullfrogs across the country are united in your vision for a better Canada—and your conviction to make it happen. Thank you for being a champion for green energy. We know it’s not always easy—but as they say—no road is as long when you’re in good company.

The Bullfrog Team

THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 3 We are thankful for Bullfrog’s support for the Kluane N’tsi Wind Energy Projectfrom their initial involvement back in 2013 to the additional funding we received this year. Kate Van Ballegooyen Environment O cer Kluane First Nation Community project Bullfrog supports (read more on page 6!)

By choosing Bullfrog Power’s green energy for our tours, we’re reducing our impact Becoming bullfrogpowered was We have the potential to swiftly and getting the word out about taking a choice that we made in order transition to renewable power and action on climate change. to do our part for the planet become a case study for the rest of and our local community. Together with the Autism Society, and Canada. We could not have completed Sam Roberts Band Evelyn Schmitz-Hertzberg thanks to the support of Bullfrog this project without bullfrogpowered A bullfrogpowered band Power customers, we’ll be generating Bullfrog Power customer customers and we are so thankful for clean energy and growing fresh, local their support. produce right here in St. John’s. Valine Crist Bear Mountain Wind Park Delia Warren Executive Director Bear Mountain, B.C. East Coast Director Swiilawiid Sustainability Society We must all do whatever possible Iron & Earth East Community project Bullfrog supports Bullfrog Power to reduce carbon emissionsand Community project Bullfrog (read more on page 7!) green energy source I mean yesterday! Support supports (read more on page 6!) renewable energy in any way you can through organizations like Bullfrog Power. We pride ourselves on being a Mike Brigham positive force in our community. Bullfrog Power customer (and President of Solarshare) Through green energy, not only are we reducing our environmental footprint in our own province, but we’re also supporting renewable energy projects such as the Ellershouse Wind Farm right here in Nova Scotia. Ken Shea CEO and President East Coast Credit Union I chose to sign on because I want A bullfrogpowered company to take personal responsibility for the impact I’m having on the We already It has been our continued belief planetboth at home and in source that we should make as little Bullfrogpowering our my career. premium, impact on the environment as facilities is a proven way for all-natural Kristina Groves possible. Choosing green electricity us to reduce the carbon ingredients Bullfrog Power customer for our home is a meaningful way footprint of all our facilities for our beer, Sustainability leadership is across Canada, and help but we also for us to do our part. about championing preserve the beautiful wanted to Michelle Oliveira long-term, global country we love. reduce the footprint we leave on Bullfrog Power customer objectives over short-term gains. With Bullfrog Power, David Labistour this earth by choosing the cleanest energy available. we’re demonstrating that CEO Unilever is committed to Cam Heaps MEC investing in and achieving our long-term Co-Founder A bullfrogpowered company Steam Whistle Brewing sustainability goals. A bullfrogpowered company John Coyne VP, Legal and External Aairs Unilever Canada What I enjoy most about being a A bullfrogpowered company part of the bullfrogpowered community is knowing we are contributing to renewable energy Climate change is one of the projects and choosing green most significant environmental Choosing green energy is By bullfrogpowering our energy at the same time. Our Tesla challenges of our time. It While the grand only natural for usit’s boutiques and head office, Roadster has been threatens our ecosystems, gestures of a way to protect the land we’ve spared nearly 40 bullfrogpowered for eight years! economies and communities sustainability are that produces the local tonnes of CO emissions from 2 around the world. Effectively wonderful, the ingredients that are crucial our atmosphere in the last Capri Rasmussen Creating a culture of sustainability managing how we respond to it small things can The financial support of Bullfrog Power was to our ice cream. year alone. Bullfrog Power customer inspires both passion and action Old Man River Wind Farm is both a personal and collective also add up in a toward environmental initiatives at important in ensuring the ongoing success Benjamin Ernst Debra Van Dyke Pincher Creek, Alberta responsibility. very meaningful work and at home. LUSH has a unique of this project...we are demonstrating real Co-owner President Bullfrog Power green way. Choosing green electricity is an platform to create positive change in progress in developing new, cleaner forms Earnest Ice Cream Frilly Lilly Simon Fish energy source General Counsel and Chair, important initiative for us as we are our world...whether it’s the packaging, of power for Nova Scotians. A bullfrogpowered company A bullfrogpowered company BMO ESG Council constantly working to reduce our ingredients, products or choosing green David Devenne BMO Financial Group impact on the environment. energy, we’re always looking for ways Mayor of Mahone Bay and A bullfrogpowered company Adam Pesce to innovate and create products that AREA Vice Chair Director of Relationships reduce our impact on the environment. Ellershouse Wind Farm Bullfrog Power green energy source Reunion Island Coee Katrina Shum A bullfrogpowered company Sustainability O cer LUSH A bullfrogpowered company 4 | THE BULLFROG BUZZ THE BULLFROGPOWERED COMMUNITY We are thankful for Bullfrog’s support for the Kluane N’tsi Wind Energy Projectfrom their initial involvement From coast to coast to coast… back in 2013 to the additional funding we received this year. Kate Van Ballegooyen Environment O cer Kluane First Nation Community project Bullfrog supports (read more on page 6!)

By choosing Bullfrog Power’s green energy for our tours, we’re reducing our impact Becoming bullfrogpowered was We have the potential to swiftly and getting the word out about taking a choice that we made in order transition to renewable power and action on climate change. to do our part for the planet become a case study for the rest of and our local community. Together with the Autism Society, and Canada. We could not have completed Sam Roberts Band Evelyn Schmitz-Hertzberg thanks to the support of Bullfrog this project without bullfrogpowered A bullfrogpowered band Power customers, we’ll be generating Bullfrog Power customer customers and we are so thankful for clean energy and growing fresh, local their support. produce right here in St. John’s. Valine Crist Bear Mountain Wind Park Delia Warren Executive Director Bear Mountain, B.C. East Coast Director Swiilawiid Sustainability Society We must all do whatever possible Iron & Earth East Community project Bullfrog supports Bullfrog Power to reduce carbon emissionsand Community project Bullfrog (read more on page 7!) green energy source I mean yesterday! Support supports (read more on page 6!) renewable energy in any way you can through organizations like Bullfrog Power. We pride ourselves on being a Mike Brigham positive force in our community. Bullfrog Power customer (and President of Solarshare) Through green energy, not only are we reducing our environmental footprint in our own province, but we’re also supporting renewable energy projects such as the Ellershouse Wind Farm right here in Nova Scotia. Ken Shea CEO and President East Coast Credit Union I chose to sign on because I want A bullfrogpowered company to take personal responsibility for the impact I’m having on the We already It has been our continued belief planetboth at home and in source that we should make as little Bullfrogpowering our my career. premium, impact on the environment as facilities is a proven way for all-natural Kristina Groves possible. Choosing green electricity us to reduce the carbon ingredients Bullfrog Power customer for our home is a meaningful way footprint of all our facilities for our beer, Sustainability leadership is across Canada, and help but we also for us to do our part. about championing preserve the beautiful wanted to Michelle Oliveira long-term, global country we love. reduce the footprint we leave on Bullfrog Power customer objectives over short-term gains. With Bullfrog Power, David Labistour this earth by choosing the cleanest energy available. we’re demonstrating that CEO Unilever is committed to Cam Heaps MEC investing in and achieving our long-term Co-Founder A bullfrogpowered company Steam Whistle Brewing sustainability goals. A bullfrogpowered company John Coyne VP, Legal and External Aairs Unilever Canada What I enjoy most about being a A bullfrogpowered company part of the bullfrogpowered community is knowing we are contributing to renewable energy Climate change is one of the projects and choosing green most significant environmental Choosing green energy is By bullfrogpowering our energy at the same time. Our Tesla challenges of our time. It While the grand only natural for usit’s boutiques and head office, Roadster has been threatens our ecosystems, gestures of a way to protect the land we’ve spared nearly 40 bullfrogpowered for eight years! economies and communities sustainability are that produces the local tonnes of CO emissions from 2 around the world. Effectively wonderful, the ingredients that are crucial our atmosphere in the last Capri Rasmussen Creating a culture of sustainability managing how we respond to it small things can The financial support of Bullfrog Power was to our ice cream. year alone. Bullfrog Power customer inspires both passion and action Old Man River Wind Farm is both a personal and collective also add up in a toward environmental initiatives at important in ensuring the ongoing success Benjamin Ernst Debra Van Dyke Pincher Creek, Alberta responsibility. very meaningful work and at home. LUSH has a unique of this project...we are demonstrating real Co-owner President Bullfrog Power green way. Choosing green electricity is an platform to create positive change in progress in developing new, cleaner forms Earnest Ice Cream Frilly Lilly Simon Fish energy source General Counsel and Chair, important initiative for us as we are our world...whether it’s the packaging, of power for Nova Scotians. A bullfrogpowered company A bullfrogpowered company BMO ESG Council constantly working to reduce our ingredients, products or choosing green David Devenne BMO Financial Group impact on the environment. energy, we’re always looking for ways Mayor of Mahone Bay and A bullfrogpowered company Adam Pesce to innovate and create products that AREA Vice Chair Director of Relationships reduce our impact on the environment. Ellershouse Wind Farm Bullfrog Power green energy source Reunion Island Coee Katrina Shum A bullfrogpowered company Sustainability O cer LUSH A bullfrogpowered company THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 5 140 SUPPORTED PROJECTS… THANKS TO YOU! Thanks to the support from the bullfrogpowered community, we’ve now supported 140 community renewable projects across the country. Below, take a look at just a few that have recently begun construction or come online.

On National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), the Kluane First Nation in the Yukon Territory held a ground-breaking ceremony for the Kluane N’tsi (Wind) Energy Project, a three-turbine wind project. When completed, the turbines will help the Kluane First Nation reduce its reliance on fossil fuels by 160,000 litres of diesel per year. Kluane First Nation The wind project will enable the community to reduce its impact on the land, improve the health of its inhabitants (by lowering the amount of toxins produced by diesel energy generation) and take breaks ground on action on climate change. Through direct ownership and operation of the project, the Kluane First Nation will also become the first new wind project independent power producer in the Yukon Territory. Thanks to your support, Bullfrog Power was able to provide critical funding during the planning stage of the project—and our partnership with the First Nation continues to this day. “Bullfrog’s support in 2013 came at a crucial time,” said Kate Van Ballegooyen, who is the Environment Officer at the Kluane First Nation. “We were collecting wind data and that information, coupled with the initial financial support, helped us take our proposal to other organizations, secure additional funding and continue to move forward.” “We are thankful for Bullfrog’s support for the Kluane N’tsi Energy Project. From their initial involvement back in 2013 to the additional funding we just received in 2018, it is great to see Bullfrog’s continued involvement in this project,” says Van Ballegooyen.

Growing renewables in Newfoundland and Labrador

When you choose renewable energy with Bullfrog, you support the Autism Society’s on-site restaurant, The Pantry Café. As social organizations accelerating the adoption of renewables in their enterprises, the Café and gardening program employ own provinces. Bullfrog has been partnering with Iron & Earth young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and empower East, an inspiring St. John’s-based nonprofit advancing the growth them to learn new skills. of renewables in their province. “The Autism Society property is the perfect location to showcase Newfoundland and Labrador recently introduced net metering our first solar project,” said Delia Warren, who is the East Coast legislation, enabling independent power producers to supply Director of Iron & Earth East. “Together with the Autism Society, renewable energy to the electricity grid. and thanks to the support of Bullfrog Power customers, we’ll be With support from the bullfrogpowered community, Iron & Earth generating clean energy and growing fresh, local produce right East is participating in the net metering program with a solar here in St. John’s.” installation called The 365 Greenhouse. A brand-new, year-round Construction of the solar installation is expected to be completed greenhouse will be constructed in partnership with the Autism by the fall of 2018. Society of Newfoundland and Labrador. Iron & Earth East will Iron & Earth East is a local chapter of a national organization install solar panels on part of the greenhouse as well as on a called Iron & Earth, formed in 2015 by Canadian energy workers neighbouring building. In addition to housing grid-connected to help oil and gas sector workers build renewable energy skills. solar panels, the greenhouse will produce fresh vegetables for

6 | THE BULLFROG BUZZ Bella Bella community reconnects kids with heritage Qqs (pronounced “kucks”) Projects Society is a nonprofit organization on Bella Bella, B.C. that is empowering and educating Heiltsuk Nation youth by reconnecting them with their culture and land. In June, with support from Bullfrog customers, Qqs installed a 7.3 kW solar project at its Koeye (pronounced “kway”) River Camp, which hosts 50 children every summer. In addition to housing campers during the summer, the camp also hosts scientists who are studying the island’s wildlife. These scientists, in turn, educate campers about Bella Bella’s ecosystem and land, further emphasizing the importance of preserving it. “With Bullfrog’s support—that we’re excited about and grateful for—we’re building the solar capacity to help power our Koeye facilities without impacting our land,” says Jess Housty, Communications Director at Qqs (read Jess’ full profile on page 2!).

Youth rediscovery camps on Haida Gwaii shine with solar

Haida Gwaii is considered one of the remaining pristine increase understanding and awareness; and build bridges and wild places in the world. With more than 13,000 years between cultures. Swiilawiid felt it could positively shape the of history, its people have earned a reputation for being future of energy on the island by showing younger generations strong environmental stewards. That is why the Swiilawiid what was possible through renewable energy at the camps. This Sustainability Society formed—to help maintain the legacy of year, young campers from across the island will arrive at the environmental stewardship on Haida Gwaii, “the Islands of facilities to find them 100% solar powered! the People.” Now that the projects are complete, camp staff are busy In just its first year—and with support from the Bullfrog incorporating discussions about solar community—the Swiilawiid Sustainability Society successfully energy and the installations into summer installed solar panels on three Rediscovery camps for youth. camp programming. Rediscovery camps are places where Haida and all-Island youth can be re-connected to their land, culture and off-grid lifestyles;

THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 7 DEAR ROUGE IN TUNE WITH GREEN POWER Vancouver-based, JUNO Award-winning rock duo Dear Rouge is joining some of the greenest bands in Canada by bullfrogpowering its 2018 Canadian tour with 100% renewable electricity! The band, which formed in 2012, consists of Drew and Danielle McTaggart, who met while touring in separate bands before getting married and starting Dear Rouge. Taking its name after Danielle’s hometown—Red Deer, Alberta—the band has sprung to the forefront of the Canadian indie rock scene, marking their success with milestones such as winning the 2015 SOCAN Songwriting Prize for “I Heard I Had” and Breakthrough Group of the Year at the 2016 JUNO Awards. The band’s latest album, PHASES, was released in March 2018. “We draw a lot of the inspiration for our music from our friends and family, and the place we call home,” says Danielle McTaggart. “That place is Canada, and it only makes sense that we do as much as we can to protect its beauty.” Be sure to check out the album as well as the band’s upcoming tour dates at the website below.

> dearrouge.com

FROM COAST Q& TO COAST A WITH TARA MACLEAN Tara MacLean is a Canadian award-winning singer and songwriter who is also one of Bullfrog’s longest standing customers. MacLean’s Atlantic Blue summer tour in Charlottetown, P.E.I., running from July through August, pays homage to East Coast music and its roots. We chatted with Tara about her heritage and green energy.

How has the Atlantic Blue show helped culture, but also how much of this culture you grow as an artist and a musician? was lost during Canada’s history. I have had the great honour of working with the My East Coast roots go back over seven Abegweit First Nation in P.E.I. on projects generations—many of my family members related to Truth and Reconciliation. were songwriters. I was deeply inspired by their lives and their ability to overcome You’re one of Bullfrog’s longest standing hardship. Performing the firstAtlantic customers. Why is it important for you Blue tour affirmed my belief that being to continue supporting renewable energy an Atlantic Canadian songwriter is my true in Canada? calling. I am so proud to be bullfrogpowered! Why is it important for the show to feature My husband, [Moksha Yoga founder] strong French and Indigenous components? Ted Grand has also been a huge supporter of Bullfrog. The initiatives the company The Acadian musical tradition is a big part of takes, and the way you make it so easy for life on P.E.I., and I was deeply affected by its us to choose an alternative to conventional cultural impact on music in Atlantic Canada. energy, shows the level of dedication to a I am also passionate about Indigenous issues. cleaner future for our children and beyond. It is important to not only acknowledge how music was and is a huge part of Indigenous

> taramacleanmusic.com

8 | THE BULLFROG BUZZ Bullfrog chats with Megan Leslie

Megan Leslie is the President and CEO of WWF-Canada. Leslie worked in ocean governance and conservation for two years at WWF-Canada before becoming head of the nonprofit in December 2017. Here, she speaks with Bullfrog about her background, WWF’s ongoing mission and the importance of renewable energy.

What sparked your interest in becoming an environmental advocate? When I was 15 and living in my hometown of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, a proposal was developed to store toxic waste in the abandoned mines around town. My friends and I were strongly against this idea, so we made signs that said ‘No, no! We won’t glow!’ and marched in front of the town hall. That same passion has driven me to become a community legal worker, an elected official, head of ocean conservation at WWF-Canada and now President and CEO of the organization.

What is one environmental challenge of which you’d like more Canadians to be aware? The scale of wildlife loss in Canada is truly astonishing. If we support whole ecosystems while wildlife populations are still healthy, instead of waiting until they are in crisis, we will have a much better outcome. It is something that all Canadians can take part in, whether you are cleaning up garbage threatening aquatic ecosystems, planting native gardens for pollinators and other species, or reporting where you see wildlife through a citizen-science project.

How does renewable energy fit into WWF’s mission of preserving wildlife and the environment? Our goal is 100% renewable energy by 2050 or before, and that will require a lot of new energy projects. WWF-Canada is pioneering approaches to renewable energy deployment that won’t impact wildlife or the ecosystems upon which they depend.

What’s your favourite outdoor pastime? There are so many to choose from! From hiking to biking to cross-country skiing, I love being outdoors and active. But I do love being on the water and recently took up white-water canoeing. I’m hooked.

THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 9 David Suzuki on transportation and sustainability

Science Matters is David Suzuki’s weekly column on issues related to science and the environment, published by the David Suzuki Foundation. In a recent column, David Suzuki and Senior Editor Ian Hanington weighed in on the relationship between our transportation habits and climate change. Below, read selected excerpts from the article. In many countries, greenhouse gas emissions have been falling in some sectors, thanks largely to a shift from coal-fired power. But they’ve been rising in the transportation sector. That’s bad news. Transportation accounts for about 14% of global emissions and is now the largest source

of CO2 emissions in the U.S., mostly from cars and trucks.

Fuel efficiency, hybrid and electric vehicles and cleaner transportation options such as car-share programs, transit and cycling infrastructure are necessary to reduce pollution and climate change. But the growing worldwide market for trucks, SUVs and “crossover vehicles,” which combine car and SUV design, are negating advances in those areas.

It’s up to industry and governments to take the major steps to combat climate change and reduce pollution, but individuals also have a responsibility. Personal transportation choices can make a major difference. Driving SUVs and trucks when less-polluting options would serve as well or better is irresponsible. We owe it to ourselves and to the rest of the world to do better.

This blog post, written by David Suzuki and Ian Hanington, was originally posted by the David Suzuki Foundation.

"Public transit and cycling are the best ways to get around. But they're not available to everyone. So we need a fossil-fuel alternative to run our cars. Bullfrog's new green fuel—which uses waste cooking oil—is a good step as we transition to a sustainable transportation system." Gideon Forman Climate Change and Transportation Policy Analyst David Suzuki Foundation

To learn more about Bullfrog’s green fuel, visit bullfrogpower.com/greenfuel.

10 | THE BULLFROG BUZZ Bullfrog’s mascot, Tad, makes a new friend, Ava, at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (which is bullfrogpowered!) during Doors Open Toronto in May. This year's Doors Open welcomed more than 24,000 people for a behind-the-scenes look at the airport’s Bullfrog Power’s Christine Carter (far left) and Emily Briggs (far right) operations. attended the 2018 JUNO Awards in Vancouver. The Awards show and all JUNO Week events were bullfrogpowered!

Thanks to everyone who joined our Earth Hour celebration at bullfrogpowered 4Cats Arts Studio in Toronto. When the lights dimmed for Earth Hour, guests tapped into In June, we joined bullfrogpowered Grizzly Paw Brewing for its fourth annual their creative sides and got a little messy with community BBQ in Canmore, Alberta. Tad loved the scenery! glow-in-the-dark splatter painting!

Bullfrogpowered Granville Island Brewing in Vancouver celebrated Earth Week in style with a growler painting session!

The Bullfrog team took a break on a sunny afternoon in April to clean up a local park for Live Green Toronto's Clean TO initiative.

THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 11 Here are just a few of the many organizations that choose green energy with Bullfrog Power. Bullfrog thanks all of its customers for choosing green energy!

WHAT’S IN NOVA SCOTIA’S TIDAL BAY WINES

Did you know that Nova Scotia has a rich tradition in grape growing that dates back to the 1600s? Solidifying that history is Tidal Bay wine, a uniquely Nova Scotian style of winery. Below, bullfrogpowered Bishop’s Cellar explains the characteristics of Tidal Bay wine. Tidal Bay wine is grown from 100% Nova Scotian grapes, comprising two categories of grapes: neutral, less aromatic grapes that highlight the terroir (the environmental makeup behind a crop’s growth); and aromatic grapes, which cannot make up more than 49% of the wine. “The wine can neither taste too sweet nor too dry; the goal is to find that balance between lively acidity and sweetness,” Bishop’s Cellar’s Alanna McIntyre says. “Each winery has its own take on Tidal Bay all while maintaining a style that is light, dry-ish and slightly aromatic.”

> bishopscellar.com

BLACKBIRD BAKING CELEBRATES FOUR YEARS

Congratulations to bullfrogpowered Blackbird Baking Co. on its fourth anniversary! The bullfrogpowered bakery has been a staple in Toronto’s Kensington Market, serving everything from sourdough bread to pastries. “For us, baking is an art, and we are proud to choose 100% green electricity for our bakery,” says owner Simon Blackwell.

CAMPFIRE CUISINE > blackbirdbakingco.com IN THE HEART OF BANFF

Park Distillery + Restaurant, one of the newest bullfrogpowered restaurants, takes inspiration for its décor and cuisine from Banff National Park—where it is located—and the Canadian outdoors. Co-Founder Yannis Karlos explains: “Campfires were the original restaurant, and our cravings for food cooked over wood continue to run deep.” OTTAWA FAMILY FARM ENTERTAINS The restaurant also sources ingredients THOUSANDS WITH GREEN ENERGY locally. Karlos says: “We believe Alberta is one of the premier grain growing Since opening its doors in 1976, bullfrogpowered Saunders Farm in Ottawa has regions on the planet and we wanted to hosted more than a million guests at its award-winning acreage. Known for its showcase this story to the world.” Haunting Season and FrightFest fall events, the farm is also home to the world's largest collection of hedge mazes, which are open to the public each summer. “We’ve planted more than 200,000 trees on Saunders Farm since 1994. Choosing green energy provides a great opportunity to further offset our environmental > parkdistillery.com impact,” says Mark Saunders, co-owner and Director of Fun.

> saundersfarm.com

12 | THE BULLFROG BUZZ BULLFROGS GATHER FOR THIRD ANNUAL SUSTAINABILITY SNAPSHOT

In June, Bullfrog Power invited business leaders in Toronto to The speakers discussed topics such as: the third annual Sustainability Snapshot. The event featured How to generate awareness amongst Canadians about where speakers from Unilever Canada, Burnbrae Farms and Just Food: their food comes from; leading organizations who are innovating in sustainability The challenge and benefits of diverting large-scale organic waste to compost; and within the food and agricultural industries—and who are How sustainable farming can be integrated into urban also linked by their commitment to renewable energy. OLG residential areas. (another bullfrogpowered customer!) was the presenting Read the full event summary and learnings at sponsor of this year’s event. bullfrogpower.com/snapshot2018

SNAPSHOT

Bullfrog Power and BASF Canada have announced a partnership to bullfrogpower BASF’s Canadian corporate headquarters, as well as its production facilities in Ontario, Alberta, Quebec and Saskatchewan with 100% green electricity. BASF’s renewable energy commitment will

reduce its CO2 emissions footprint by approximately 1,520 tonnes annually—equivalent to taking nearly 325 cars off the road for a year. Marcelo Lu, President of BASF Canada, explains the decision: “We believe it’s crucial for businesses to focus on longevity as well as financial success. Operating our organization in a sustainable manner not only makes sense for our long-term future, but also for the partners and clients with whom we work.” Lu hopes that BASF’s focus on sustainability—as well as transparency about that sustainability—will encourage suppliers and partners to step up their own environmental sustainable efforts. “Our products are used to reduce water consumption, expend fuel more efficiently and reduce emissions in cars,” he says. “We want to make a difference for the people and companies around us as well as within our own company. We think it’s that kind of thinking that will make the difference in the fight against climate change.”

> basf.ca

THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 13 NELSON SOLAR GARDEN Nelson, British Columbia

The Nelson Community Solar Garden Project is Canada’s first community solar garden installation. The 60 kW project employs an innovative “virtual net-metering” subscription model to give citizens a new way to support community- Investors celebrate the launch of the Nelson Community Solar scale solar. Garden in June 2017.

In virtual net-metering, participants purchase solar panels not on their homes and get credited on their electricity bills for the energy their panels produce—just as if the panels were on their homes. Bullfrog Power provided financial support to help make the Nelson Community Solar Garden a reality.

Below, members of the community share their thoughts on the project and what it means to them.

Kim Horrocks Alison MacLeod Marcel Jacques Investor, Nelson Solar Garden Principal, Structural Engineer, Investor, Nelson Solar Garden MacLeod Nine Consultants Ltd. Since getting involved with the Nelson I was very excited to learn about the Solar Garden, I’ve learned that a We provided the structural design for Nelson solar project. When I learned renewable project’s impact transcends Nelson Solar Garden’s solar panel racking about it, I invested in it right away. dollar figures. You can’t assign a system. It was a lot of fun working Many neighbours I talked to had a monetary value to the community with Nelson Hydro, local consultants, negative response to the project, due relationships, energy infrastructure and contractors and the community to come to lack of knowledge about the project public education being nurtured within up with a cost-effective design! itself. I am hoping that the project will our community. This project is a step in the right help people realize the importance I brought my eight-year-old son, Zane, direction. Projects like the Nelson and urgency of taking action for the along with me to the tour of the Solar Garden help fuel the continued environment. Nelson Solar Garden. I want to teach innovation that our planet needs if we I was surprised to see how many people him about this project as I believe it is want to stick with our current lifestyle or I knew at the site tour for the Solar a strong demonstration of the types of improve on existing technology. Garden. Professionals, acquaintances and energy projects that will become more young families were all getting together commonplace in his lifetime. I also to create change. It felt good to see the believe involving youth in these kinds of panels installed and ready to hook up to community projects will help create more the grid. This project is a positive change responsible citizens. made possible by a caring community.

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Quinoa-stuffed Tomatoes WITH CHIPOTLE MAYONNAISE This recipe for Quinoa-stuffed Tomatoes is brought to you by Chef Chris Klugman of Paintbox Bistro, a bullfrogpowered Toronto restaurant focused on making a positive community impact.

Makes 6 servings Ingredients Blissful CHOCOLATE COCONUT BITES 2 /3 cup (150 ml) quinoa 4 tsp (20 ml) plus 2 tsp (10 ml) This recipe for Blissful Chocolate Coconut Bites was submitted by 1 lemon juice bullfrogpowered Community Natural Foods, an independent health /3 cup (75 ml) water 3 food franchise in Calgary that has been operating since 1977. 6 large ripe tomatoes, /4 tsp (4 ml) salt yellow and/or red 1 or 2 chipotle peppers, finely 3 egg yolks chopped Makes a dozen bites (your mileage may vary!) 1 ripe avocado 1 cup (250 ml) vegetable oil Ingredients 1 /4 cup (50 ml) coarsely chopped mint 1 cup certified gluten-free oats ground into flour (can use a coffee grinder or buy oat flour) Preparation 1 /2 cup toasted unsweetened coconut (plus more for rolling) Quinoa: Mayonnaise: 1 /4 cup cacao powder Rinse quinoa under cold running Place egg yolks in a bowl. water and set aside. In a saucepan Beating constantly with a wire 1 Tbsp chia seeds 1 over high heat, bring water to a whisk, add oil in a slow, steady /2 cup flaxseed meal boil. Add quinoa, return to boil, stream. When all oil has been 1 /3 cup raw honey or sweetener of choice then reduce heat to medium low. absorbed, stir in 4 tsp (20 ml) 1 Cook 20 minutes, or until water lemon juice, ½ tsp (2 ml) salt /2 cup coconut butter, softened is absorbed; stir occasionally. and chipotle pepper. 1 tsp vanilla extract Remove from heat and set aside Refrigerate until ready to serve. 2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted to cool. Final steps: Preparation Tomatoes: Peel and dice avocado. In a large bowl, mix together ground oats, coconut, cacao powder, Place a large pot, half full of In a bowl, combine cooked chia seeds and flaxseed meal. In a separate bowl, stir together honey, water, over high heat. Bring to a quinoa, avocado, mint, reserved softened coconut butter, vanilla extract and melted coconut oil. Pour boil, then add tomatoes. After 20 tomato flesh, remaining wet mixture over the oat mixture and mix well to completely combine. seconds, transfer tomatoes to a 2 tsp (10 ml) lemon juice and bowl of cold water. Using a paring ¼ tsp (1 ml) salt. Slice a small The mixture will be too soft to roll into balls so refrigerate the knife, remove and discard skins. piece off each tomato base so mixture for 15-20 minutes and then roll into 1-inch balls. Add more ground oats if necessary. If they happen to be too dry, add a touch Cut off and reserve the top that tomatoes stand upright. more honey. quarter of each tomato, then Fill tomato shells with stuffing scoop out flesh and seeds. and replace tops, if desired. Spread out coconut onto a plate. Roll the balls on coconut spread so Coarsely chop 1 cup (250 ml) Serve with mayonnaise. balls are covered in coconut. tomato flesh. Discard remainder. Refrigeration will solidify the bites. Enjoy!

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THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 17 help froggy get to the river!

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A B C D Answer Key: 1-C; 2-D; 3-B; 4-A 3-B; 2-D; 1-C; Key: Answer

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THE BULLFROG BUZZ | 19 GREEN ENERGY news

Solar capacity outpaces Unilever’s Sustainable Living brands Canadian company makes conventional energy capacity drive higher rates of growth strides in cutting cost of carbon growth: REN21 Report Since launching its Sustainable Living Plan capture tech In a June announcement by the Renewable seven years ago, Unilever announced that Carbon Engineering, a Canadian company Energy Policy Network of the 21st Century its Sustainable Living Brands are now backed by Bill Gates, recently announced (REN21), renewable energy achieved record delivering 70% of the company’s turnover it has reached an important threshold in increases in capacity in 2017. According to growth worldwide. Their 26 sustainable developing technology that can remove brands—an increase from 18 brands in REN21’s Renewables 2018 Global Status CO2 from the air and synthesize it into Report, more solar PV capacity was added in 2016—also grew 46% faster than the rest clean fuel. The B.C.-based company 2017 than the net additions of coal, gas and of the business in 2017. Unilever Canada has published a peer-reviewed study showing nuclear combined. been a Bullfrog Power customer—and one that it can capture carbon for less than of the largest green energy supporters in $100 per tonne. This price represents a Canada—since 2011. significant reduction from the current price U.S. wind energy demand surges of approximately $600 per tonne, and could have long-term implications for widespread Across the U.S., a total of 36 wind projects Canada to join the International adoption of carbon capture technology. with a combined 5,523 MW either began construction or entered advanced Renewable Energy Agency development of construction, the American Canada is set to join the International Wind Energy Association (AWEA) said in Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), its U.S. Wind Industry First Quarter 2018 the world’s largest intergovernmental Market Report. organization that supports countries in their transition to sustainable energy sources. The newly announced developments in As a member of IRENA, Canada will join Q1 boosted the total development of wind more than 170 member states actively projects to 33,449 MW, up by 40% over promoting and growing renewable energy the first quarter of 2017—the highest level technology and policies. since this statistic was first measured at the beginning of 2016, according to AWEA.

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