Welcome to the Community Toolkit for Partner Communities of The Toronto Home Energy Network (THE Network). This is a one-stop shop for everything you need to launch and maintain your community group.
We have resources on:
Branding
Volunteer recruitment
Organizing events
Writing case studies
AND MORE!
"If you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one" - Dolly Parton -
When you made the decision to start a community home energy project, you took the first step on a new and exciting journey. The Foundation Stage is here to help you pave your new road!
Our Foundation Toolkit covers topics ranging from branding to hosting team meetings. These articles will help make sure you've covered all your bases and built a solid foundation for your project.
Building Your Dream Team
Guide to Productive (and Fun) Meetings
Branding Guidelines
Audience & Tone
How to Use the Partner Community Logo
Finding, Engaging and Championing Early Adopters
How to Create Compelling Case Studies
Collaborating with THE Network
Showcasing Your Project on THE Network Website
You've built the foundation for your project, now you're ready to get the word out 🗣️
In Stage 2, it's time to make your presence known in your neighbourhood, and across Toronto! You will be mixing and mingling in your community and gaining new members and followers as you go.
Our Spreading the Word Toolkit covers event planning, tabling, writing emails and newsletters, and hosting THE Network's pioneering Heat Pump Parties! These articles will help you spread the word.
Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers
A Guide to Great Emails, Newsletters & E-Blasts
Making the Best Use of Social Media
Great Conversations & Trusted Messengers
A Guide to Tabling, Events & Presentations
Heat Pump Parties 101
Guide to Homeowner Socials
Progress Partners - Home Energy's Best Friend
Tracking Participating Homeowners
Stay tuned for Stage 3 later this year! This stage will be for mature Partner Communities looking for the next step in their journey as they energize their communities (pun intended!).
Need to make a poster or social media post?
We have many customizable templates here to get you started. Click the green button below each picture to access an editable copy of the Canva template. This template is now yours to edit, it will not change the original design.
*Note: If you don't have a Canva account you will need to create one in order to access these templates. Accounts are free!
