Our Objectives

- To reduce the use of pesticides in Saskatchewan.

- To increase the availability of alternative pest control products and methods in Saskatchewan.

- To connect and support those interested in alternatives to pesticides.

We pursue these goals through:

Education

- Build awareness among the general population of health and environmental impacts of pesticide use.

- Encourage and foster local discussion about pesticide use and alternatives.

- Select, develop or adapt and deliver informational and educational programs about alternatives to pesticides.

- Practical demonstration projects.

Networking

- Build a strong coalition of those interested in alternatives to pesticides.

- Serve as an information clearing-house for activities related to alternatives to pesticides.

- Build and maintain contacts with similar organizations throughout North America and abroad to share ideas, information and updates.

Research

- Identify needs and encourage research on natural solutions to pest and weed control and management.

- Carry out other incidental activities related to these objectives.

Nominations and Awards of Paule Hjertaas, founder of SNAP

SNAP

-Saskatchewan Network for Alternatives to Pesticides-

Our Mission

The Mission of the Saskatchewan network for alternatives to pesticides incorporated (SNAP) is to work towards sustainability
in the fields of pest and weed control and other current uses of pesticides.

Pursuing our Goals

We pursue our goals by raising province-wide awareness of the
issue of pesticides through education and outreach by joining
together interested groups and individuals in Saskatchewan,
creating ties with similar organizations throughout North
America and abroad, and disseminating relevant information
about pesticides, their impact on health and the environment,
and their alternatives.