The United Nations General Assembly, as part of its international campaign to tackle global environmental deterioration and in particular combating dry lands' degradation (which cover up to one quarter of the world's land surface) designated 17 June as World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.

When : June 17, noon sharp

Where: Montreal, Canada, Old Port, Place Jacques Cartier (next to Admiral Nelson statue)

What: At the sound of the whistle lay down on the ground for 30 seconds to signify our unity with Mother Earth. Be there or be square.