Today is the first day of Environment Week in Okotoks.

The town will be hosting several events throughout the week in order to educate locals on the many aspects of environmental conservation.

A Repair Cafe and a photo contest are the first of these events, being held today.

More events are planned for the rest of the week, including a document shredding and Critters of the Watershed event.

The week will be hosted by the Town of Okotoks' conservation educators.

For a full list of the Environment Week events, click here.

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