Our vision
Casteliers is committed to organizing an increasingly eco-friendly event by consistently improving its practices. We strive to become a benchmark in the puppetry arts sector while also inspiring its various players to adopt a sustainable approach.
Our 2023-2028 plan
In 2023, Casteliers adopted a sustainability policy and action plan based on three key priorities:
- Incorporate the principles of sustainable development into all decisions and activities
- Ensure a sober and efficient management of resources
- Be a benchmark for the Québec puppetry community in terms of sustainability
Our sustainability policy can be found HERE (in French)
Our key practices
The following is a list of practices implemented in 2024 to reduce the environmental impact of our event. Further measures will be added in 2025 and on an ongoing basis for all future editions.
Waste reduction at source
- Less packaging and single-use items in dressing rooms
- Less printed material
- Reusing and borrowing supplies and equipment
- Sharing supplies such as display cases, furnishings, and stage equipment with other organizations
Responsible procurement
- Give priority to local and eco-responsible suppliers
Waste management
- Increasing participants’ awareness of waste management issues
- Four-way sorting stations for recycling, compost, waste and consignment
- Salvaging construction materials for reuse
Greenhouse gas reduction
- Promoting the use of both public and active forms of transportation for artists and the general public
- Providing shuttle services for group travel for the professional delegation
- Choosing accommodations within walking distance of festival venues for artists
- Working with other presenters to coordinate tours and optimize artist travel
Social, financial, and physical accessibility
- Free shows and outreach activities
- Inclusive ticket prices, so that everyone can choose the price best suited to their financial situation. See our box office page for more information.
- Improving access for people with reduced mobility. See our venue page for information on the level of accessibility of each of the festival venues.
Join the ecofestivities!
You can help make the event more eco-friendly!
- Bring your reusable bottle: Water stations available on site.
- Sort your waste: Use the recycling, compost and consignment bins.
- Opt for eco-friendly transportation: Our venues are accessible by bus and metro.
- Learn more about public transit options to get to the festival venues!
- Download the Chrono application to plan your route
- Support the local economy: Visit local shops and restaurants.
- Don’t print your tickets: Present them on your smartphone when you enter the venue.
Together, let’s make this event a model of environmental sustainability!
