From tlorincz at dal.ca Tue Nov 1 17:49:33 2005
From: tlorincz at dal.ca (Tamara Lorincz)
Date: Tue, 1 Nov 2005 18:49:33 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Upcoming social justice,
environment and peace events PLUS Volunteer Help Wanted
Message-ID: <20051101224933.FDPY28065.simmts8-srv.bellnexxia.net@tamara>
A listing of 9 community events related to art, social justice, peace, and
environment. Please circulate far and wide. Sorry for cross-postings. Thank
you!
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VOLUNTEER HELP NEEDED:
1. *Volunteers needed to help organize a "Walk Against Global Warming" that
will take place in Halifax on Saturday, Dec. 3 as part of an international
day of action to raise awareness about climate change and get our government
leaders to act on their Kyoto Protocol commitments (in conjunction with the
Climate Change Conference hosted by Canada in Montreal). If you can help
with this local effort, please come to one of our weekly meetings on
Wednesdays at 4pm at the Paperchase Caf? on Blowers St. or email Stepanie of
the TRAX-Ecology Action Centre: trax at ecologyaction.ca T: 902-429-0924
2. *Volunteers needed to help with a benefit/fundraiser for the Halifax
Refugee Clinic. We would like to have the fundraiser in January. If you can
help, please contact Eva, Coordinator of the Halifax Refugee Clinic:
hrc at hfx.eastlink.ca Tel: (902) 422-6736
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EVENTS:
1.
Drumfest 2005
?A Celebration of the Drum?
8:00 pm November 4 and 5, 2005
Saint Matthews United Church
1479 Barrington Street (at Spring Garden Rd)
Adults: $20 Students: $15 Under 12: Free
Advance tickets sales: Call Halifax Dance at 422.2006
drumming at hfx.eastlink.ca
drumfesthalifax at yahoo.ca
2.
"At a Critical Moment in History: Canada-US Relations and Citizen Political
Engagement"
Mel Hurtig
Author and Activist
Tuesday, November 8
7:30-9:00 pm
Rm. 104, Weldon Law Building, 6061 University Ave., Dalhousie University.
Free public lecture
Mel Hurtig will read from his recent writings on a variety of Canadian
concerns and in particular, Canada-US relations, the growing dangers of
nuclear proliferation, terrorism, and political engagement. A quote Hurtig
discovered in a secret Canadian Department of Defence report about a future
nuclear attack: "You could take out Halifax quite nicely."
Mel Hurtig is a former bookstore owner, well known publisher and acclaimed
author. In 1985, he formed The Council of Canadians, to preserve Canadian
values and sovereignty. He is the former chairman of the Committee for an
Independent Canada. Mel Hurtig is an officer of the Order of Canada and has
honorary degrees from six universities. Mel Hurtig has written several books
including The Betrayal of Canada, At Twilight in the Country/Memoirs of a
Canadian Nationalist, Pay the Rent or Feed the Kids: The Tragedy and
Disgrace of Poverty in Canada, The Vanishing Country, and his latest Rushing
to Armageddon: The Shocking Truth About Canada, Missile Defence, and Star
Wars.
3.
Town Hall: Canada?s new International Policy Statement ? What you need to
know Wednesday November 9 8:00-9:30 pm Rm. 104 Weldon Law Building, 6061
University Ave., Dalhousie University.
The general public is invited to attend a free town hall meeting open to
discuss Canada?s new International Policy Statement (IPS). The IPS was
unveiled by the federal government in April 2005 and deals with defence,
diplomacy, development and commerce. This month, the government is seeking
public input about the new statement. Come to the townhall meeting to learn
more about the IPS and how you can give feedback to the government.
Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and to evaluate the
statement on-line. Have your say!
Organized by the Halifax Peace Coalition and the Society for Corporate
Environmental and Social Responsibility (CESR). More information, please
contact: hfxpeace at chebucto.ca
4.
Upcoming talk by Anna Paskal, program manager with Inter Pares "Terminator
Technology: Implications for Food Sovereignty in the South"
Thursday, November 10, 12:00 - 1:30, room 105, Weldon Law Building
All are welcome.
Anna Paskal is a Program Manager with Inter Pares, an international Social
justice organization based in Ottawa. Anna works with the Asia program, and
has particular responsibilities in the area of food and agriculture policy
and programming. Anna holds a Masters degree from the University of Sussex
in England. She is an award-winning filmmaker and the author of "The Water
Gods: An Inside Story of a World Bank Project in Nepal".
Inter Pares is a Canadian organization dedicated to promoting international
social justice. In Canada and overseas we work to build understanding
about the causes and effects of poverty and injustice, and the need for
social change. It supports communities in developing countries to create
healthy, safe and secure futures. Inter Pares also supports people's
struggles for self-determination and their efforts to challenge
structural obstacles to change, as well as their alternative development
approaches.
5.
Workshop: How Poverty Issues in the Global South are Represented in Nova
Scotia
Date: Saturday, November 12, 2005
Time: 9:00 am ? 5:00 pm
Location: Tatamagouche Centre, RR#3, Tatamagouche, NS
Workshop: How Poverty Issues in the Global South are Represented in Nova
Scotia
Date: Saturday, November 19, 2005
Time: 9:00 am ? 5:00 pm
Location: TBD, Halifax, NS
For further details on events in Nova Scotia, or to register to attend,
please contact Tara Ward or Caren Weisbart at (902) 422-6688,
ethical_images at yahoo.ca
6.
Maude Barlow in Halifax November 23 to talk about her new book. Best-selling
author Maude Barlow's newest book, Too Close for Comfort:Canada's Future
Within Fortress North America, calls for an end to the integration of
Canada's foreign, defence and trade policies with those of George Bush's
America. Despite the deep unpopularity of President Bush in this country,
Canadians are increasingly finding their long-held values challenged by the
national security interests of his administration.
For more information, please contact: Cliff White, Atlantic Regional
Organizer, The Council of Canadians 902 422-7811; cwhite at canadians.org
7.
Pesticide Reduction Forum - November 24th in Wolfville, NS The Sierra Club
of Canada - Atlantic Canada Chapter is hosting a one- day Pesticide
Reduction Forum focusing on municipal initiatives in Atlantic Canada. With
over 85 pesticide bylaws now across Canada and several Atlantic
municipalities considering similar measures, the forum will answer key
questions, coordinate efforts, and help share resources and experience in
the region. The keynote speaker will be Theresa McClenaghan from the
Canadian Environmental Law Association. As a lawyer she has been involved in
the Canadian Supreme Court challenge regarding Hudson Quebec's pesticide
bylaw, and the recent court challenge to Toronto's bylaw. Other speakers
will include Mayors, provincial MLAs, municipal staff and councillors,
researchers, industry representatives, health professionals, and community
leaders.
For more information visit:
www.sierraclub.ca/atlantic/pesticides/conference.htm or contact Gregor
MacAskill at gregormacaskill at eastlink.ca or (902) 444-3113.
8.
Nahanni Forever ? coming to Halifax, November 29th. Visit www.cpaws.org for
details.
On November 29th, CPAWS's nationwide "Celebrate the Wild Nahanni" Tour will
make a stop in Halifax for an evening full of entertainment and discussion
about wilderness conservation. The tour is part of our '100,000 Canadians
for the Nahanni' campaign, which seeks to expand the boundaries of the
Nahanni National Park Reserve (located in the Northwest Territories) to
encompass the entire watershed of the South Nahanni River, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. By expanding the boundaries, the park and the wildlife and
ecosystems it protects will be safeguarded against future development and
the effects of a proposed lead/zinc/silver mine.
Alexander MacDonald
Outreach Coordinator
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - NS Chapter (CPAWS NS)
P: 902-446-4155
E: conservation at cpawsns.org
www.cpawsns.org
9.
The Canadian Centre for Pollution Prevention is calling for speakers for the
10th Canadian Pollution Prevention Roundtable (CPPR). It will be held in
Halifax, Nova Scotia from June 14-15, 2006. M Presentation abstracts and
bios must be submitted by December 16, 2005.
If you have some knowledge to share and would like to submit an abstract, or
know of someone who might be interested in presenting, please visit our web
site at www.c2p2online.com/CPPR to access the Call for Speakers submission
form and to see a more detailed description of the program outline.
If you have any questions please call Sue McKinlay at (519) 337-3425 or
e-mail at sue at c2p2online.com 10th Canadian Pollution Prevention Roundtable
(http://www.c2p2online.com/CPPR)
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Tamara Lorincz
Coordinator, Nova Scotia Environmental Network (NSEN)
French Student
BA, BComm, MBA, LLB
55 Willowbend Court
Halifax, NS CANADA B3M 3L3
(902) 443-2423
tlorincz at dal.ca
GN: http://www.space4peace.org/
HPC: http://hfxpeace.chebucto.org/
NSEN: http://www.nsen.ca
"A better world is possible"
From c.levin at ns.sympatico.ca Tue Nov 1 09:29:57 2005
From: c.levin at ns.sympatico.ca (Clare Levin)
Date: Tue, 1 Nov 2005 10:29:57 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] GPI Atlantic Energy report
Message-ID: <20051101142959.ZBZA23474.simmts7-srv.bellnexxia.net@CLARE>
Sust-marians,
On October 19, GPI Atlantic released its latest report, The Energy Accounts
for the Nova Scotia Genuine Progress Index. This 400-page report, which
took two full years of research to complete, is the first in-depth study of
the sustainability of Nova Scotia's energy system and represents one of the
most comprehensive assessments of energy ever compiled for the province. It
answers the vital question - Is Nova Scotia's energy system sustainable? The
report addresses highly topical issues including energy prices,
affordability, reliability, and security; the health and environmental
impacts of energy use; and government investment in energy. The report
findings will certainly be cited in the upcoming Nova Scotia Power rate
hearings.
The full report, executive summary, press package and media clippings are
available for download, free of charge, from GPI Atlantic's website,
www.gpiatlantic.org.
Clare Levin
GPI Atlantic
(902) 489-2524
clevin at gpiatlantic.org
www.gpiatlantic.org
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From hailey8ross at yahoo.ca Wed Nov 2 09:02:06 2005
From: hailey8ross at yahoo.ca (hailey ross)
Date: Wed, 2 Nov 2005 09:02:06 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] The Future of Food
Message-ID: <20051102140206.41546.qmail@web32814.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
TODAY at 7pm
Dalhousie Student Union Building, Rm 224
a film by: Deborah Koons Garcia
The Future of Food
An in-depth look at the controversy over genetically modifies foods
Suggested Donation: $5
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From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Sat Nov 5 12:14:36 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul A Falvo)
Date: Sat, 5 Nov 2005 13:14:36 -0400 (AST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] CAN-BIKE meeting 9 Nov 05
Message-ID:
Bicycle Nova Scotia and Health Promotion are pleased to invite you or your
representative to an information meeting to discuss CAN ?BIKE.
Date: Wednesday November 9, 2005
Time: 2:00 ? 4:00 pm
Location: Sport Nova Scotia Administration Center
5516 Spring Garden Road, 2nd floor
The Canadian Cycling Association's CAN-BIKE program is a series of courses
on all aspects of cycling safely and enjoyably on the road. The orientation
is toward recreational and utilitarian use of the bicycle rather than toward
competition.
Leading the discussion will be Barb Wentworth, Bicycle Safety Planner, City
of Toronto.
Ms. Wentworth is a National Examiner for the program and is a member of the
National Committee and she has agreed to assist us with looking at the
CAN-BIKE Program and how we can re-introduce it into our Province and
Atlantic Canada.
Please RSVP to ike Whitehead (902) 425-5454 ext 316 or via email staff
@bicycle.ns.ca
ike Whitehead
Administrator
Bicycle Nova Scotia
Tel. (902) 425-5454 ext 316
Fax. (902) 425-5606
Email: staff at bicycle.ns.ca
From amelia.clarke at mail.mcgill.ca Mon Nov 7 13:02:51 2005
From: amelia.clarke at mail.mcgill.ca (Amelia Clarke)
Date: Mon, 7 Nov 2005 14:02:51 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Habitat JAM
Message-ID: <000301c5e3c5$789f3790$6400a8c0@facultyl16bchg>
Dear sust mar
While I am still not quite sure how an online "jam" works, it looks
like the Habitat Jam will be worth registering for. It is going to be a
3-day (Dec 1 - 3) online discussion that you can participate in at any
point over the 3 days. Both Elizabeth May and I are involved as part of
the Environmental Sustainability in Cities stream. There are other
streams related to water, slums, governance, etc. For more information,
you can read the information below, or just go directly to
www.habitatjam.com .
- Amelia Clarke
President, Sierra Club of Canada
Amelia Clarke thought you might be interested in registering to
participate in an unprecedented online global conversation about the
future of our cities - The Habitat JAM - December 1-3, 2005.
Unprecedented global event: Tens of thousands of world citizens unite
online to debate urban sustainability issues December 1 - 3, 2005
Habitat JAM, an unprecedented online global dialogue on urban
sustainability, will be held for 72 hours from 1 - 3 December, 2005.
Sponsored by the Government of Canada, in partnership with
UN-HABITAT and IBM, the Habitat JAM promises to engage, empower and
stimulate tens of thousands of global citizens, rich and less fortunate
alike, with the ultimate goal of turning ideas into action on critical
issues related to urban sustainability.
Under the leadership of the Honourable Joe Fontana, Minister of
Labour and Housing, the Government of Canada is taking a highly
innovative approach by investing in global sustainability and funding
Habitat JAM. "Canada is pleased to partner with UN-HABITAT and IBM to
introduce this experimental form of problem solving - a dialogue that
cuts across the borders and silos of politics, culture, economics,
social class and expertise, to extract concrete solutions to the urgent
and controversial issues facing our rapidly urbanizing planet. The
Government of Canada is proud to host this event because Canada
recognizes the enormous impact of urbanization on the sustainability of
the planet."
The Habitat JAM is a preparatory event to the third session of the
World Urban Forum being held in Vancouver in June 2006. The World Urban
Forum is an initiative of the United Nations Settlements Program
(UN-HABITAT) held every two years to debate ideas and issues about
sustainable development in today's context of rapid urbanization. Topics
for discussion will include improving the lives of people living in
slums, access to water, environmental sustainability, safety and
security, finance and governance, and the future of our cities.
"We live in an increasingly urban world which is unfortunately
divided between the North and the South. What is worse is that in most
cities, wherever they are, people are forced to live in divided cities.
Cities in developing countries are suffering from problems associated
with rapid urbanization, which has led to over one billion people living
in slums without adequate shelter and basic services. In developed
countries, citizens suffer from the effects of ill-planned cities and
environmental degradation. At the heart of this crisis is a failure to
consult and to allow the full participation of ordinary people in the
development of the city. It is my hope that innovative technologies
associated with Habitat JAM will help bring people closer together to
plan and develop truly human settlements," adds Dr. Anna Tibaijuka,
Executive Director, UN-HABITAT.
The Habitat JAM will bring together academics and students, planners
and builders, politicians, governments, the private sector and ordinary
citizens from across the globe in real time, all contributing ideas and
expertise during the 72-hour global problem-solving session. Moderators
will include government leaders, renowned experts, and key thinkers.
To ensure the most inclusive event possible, grass root
organizations, institutions, women, youth groups and non-governmental
organizations (NGOs) are helping to bring people to the technology who
might otherwise not have access or opportunity to share their
experiences and ideas with others around the world. To name just a few
examples, the Habitat JAM is teaming with the:
- World Bank Institute to offer access to many of their
satellite-based
Global Development Learning Network (GDLN) to enable people
living in
regions with inadequate or no Internet access to participate in
the
Habitat JAM.
- Huairou Commission and GROOTS Canada to bring the voice of
non-English speaking women into the Habitat JAM.
- World Urban Forum and Youth Organizing Committee (WUFY) who will
hold
over a dozen World Urban Cafe JAM Sessions to engage communities
in
slums and impoverished human settlements in Asia, Africa, India
and
Latin America.
In hosting and providing the technology for the JAM, IBM is enabling
this innovative democratic process where, without hierarchy, people from
all walks of life have the opportunity to come together to present and
evaluate ideas on how to solve a focused set of issues or problems. "IBM
has used JAMs internally to involve employees in over 75 countries to
collaborate in real time on the company's values and then to develop
pragmatic solutions and best practices around growth and innovation,"
said Irving Wladawsky-Berger, Vice President of Technical Strategy and
Innovation, IBM. "JAMs enable a kind of mass collaboration and
problem-solving that has simply never before been possible on a global
scale. This is innovation that matters for the world."
For additional information on Habitat JAM and to register for the
event, visit http://www.habitatjam.com .
Media Inquiries
Maryse Cardin
maryse.cardin at habitatjam.com
1-604-684-1263
Toll free: 1-866-684-1263
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From slabchuk at isn.net Wed Nov 9 12:39:34 2005
From: slabchuk at isn.net (Sharon Labchuk)
Date: Wed, 09 Nov 2005 13:39:34 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Green Party talk in Halifax
Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20051109133619.02c5e5d0@mailer.isn.net>
Green Party of Canada Leader Jim Harris will be speaking in Halifax,
Wednesday November 16 at 6:30 PM
Dalhousie Weldon Law Building
6061 University Avenue, Room 104.
This will also be the launch of the new Halifax Federal Green Party Association.
Reception to follow. Everyone welcome. More info 850-2171
From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Sat Nov 5 12:30:19 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul A Falvo)
Date: Sat, 5 Nov 2005 13:30:19 -0400 (AST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] Charlottetown Transit
Message-ID:
Something new on the Island ...
http://www.city.charlottetown.pe.ca/residents/transit_routes.cfm
.....P
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From MLwhite at eastlink.ca Sat Nov 12 08:38:17 2005
From: MLwhite at eastlink.ca (CUSO Atlantic)
Date: Sat, 12 Nov 2005 09:38:17 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] CUSO in Fredericton
Message-ID: <002a01c5e78e$56da0c30$d5d0e018@cusoxphlfx1>
Please distribute.
Thank you
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From greenspi at web.ca Thu Nov 10 12:23:58 2005
From: greenspi at web.ca (angela bischoff)
Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 12:23:58 -0500
Subject: [Sust-mar] Cycle and Recycle Calendar 2006
Message-ID:
Get your copy now of the...
Cycle & Recycle Calendar 2006
a fundraiser for the The Tooker Gomberg Activist Fund
A network of cycling & recycling advocates (a dozen non-profits from
the UK, US & Canada including the Tooker Gomberg Activist Fund) has
published a new "Cycle & Recycle" wall calendar, reusable in the
years 2017 and 2023 when the 2006 calendar comes around again.
The 11" X 17" wall calendar features more than 30 remarkable color
photos, along with provocative quotes, illustrations and postage
stamps throughout. Designed by Lisa Katarynick, the calendar conveys
a bicycle culture without borders - from the streets of Buffalo,
Philadelphia, Toronto, York & Beijing to remote, near mystical
landscapes of Czech, Greece, the Netherlands, Uganda & Vietnam.
Several new initiatives are highlighted, such as wind energy, farmers
markets and sustainable mobility.
Calendars retail for $15 (Can.) and are available in Canada at the
following locations:
Edmonton: Earth's General Store, 10832 Whyte Ave.
Toronto: Grassroots, 372 Danforth Ave or 408 Bloor St. W.
Ottawa: Citizens for Safe Cycling, #504, 251 Bank St.
Montreal: JR Bikes, 151 Rachel St. E.
Halifax: Ecology Action Centre, 1568 Argyle St.
Nelson BC: Still Eagle, 557 Ward St.
Alternatively, they can be ordered by mail ($15 plus $3 shipping,
cheque or cash only) from:
Tooker Gomberg Activist Fund
273 Concord Ave.
Toronto, ON M6H 2B4
Bulk orders are also available.
For more info contact Angela: greenspi at web.ca, or ph. 416 538-7413
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From info at acic-caci.org Tue Nov 15 07:27:02 2005
From: info at acic-caci.org (ACIC)
Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 08:27:02 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Ethical Images - Events Across Atlantic Canada
Message-ID:
THE SOUTH THROUGH THE NORTHERN EYE
Understanding how images of the South influence public perception
The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) has launched an
exciting campaign to engage Atlantic Canadians on issues surrounding the use
of images portraying the developing world. "The South through the Northern
Eye" will raise awareness about the misperceptions promoted by typical
portrayals of the developing world in the media and by the advertising
campaigns of international NGOs. It will also increase awareness about
global poverty, and highlight the linkages that this issue presents between
the North and the South.
Throughout November, workshops and panel discussions will be held across
Atlantic Canada to stimulate discussion, reflection, and action on the use
of images depicting the developing world. A photo competition will be
launched in November and Atlantic Canadians, Atlantic NGOs, and their
Southern partners will be encouraged to enter their own ethical images of
the developing world. Winning entries will be awarded great prizes and be
featured in a photography exhibit that will travel the region in February
2006.
Through this campaign, ACIC hopes to encourage the media and NGOs to think
critically about the images they currently use, to understand the impact
that these images have on public perceptions, and to make more ethical
choices in their representation of the developing world. We will also engage
the public to develop a more critical eye with which to view the images they
are presented with and raise their awareness about the complexity of issues
facing the developing world.
Please see below for details on upcoming events in your province. Please
circulate this information among your own networks.
For more information please visit:
http://www.acic-caci.org/projects/ethicalimages/index.html or contact
Jessica Dubelaar at info at acic-caci.org or (902) 431-2311.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
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NOVA SCOTIA
For further details on events in Nova Scotia, or to register to attend,
please contact Tara Ward or Caren Weisbart at (902) 422-6688,
ethical_images at yahoo.ca
Workshop: How Poverty Issues in the Global South are Represented in Nova
Scotia
Date: Saturday, November 19, 2005
Time: 9:00 am ? 5:00 pm
Location: Trailer Board Room, Nova Scotia Community College, 5685 Leeds
Street, Halifax, NS
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PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
For further details on events in Prince Edward Island, or to register to
attend, please contact Sharon Labchuk at (902) 621-0719, slabchuk at isn.net
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - Understanding how images of
the South influence public perception
Date: Monday, November 21, 2005
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Location: Basilica Recreation Centre, 200 Richmond Street, Charlottetown,
PEI
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NEW BRUNSWICK
For further details on events in New Brunswick, or to register to attend,
please contact Jenn Carpenter at (506) 462-3177,
fredericton.y.ila at nb.aibn.com
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Wednesday, November 23, 2005
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Moncton YMCA, 30 War Veterans Avenue, Moncton, NB
Details: This workshop is designed for organisations and institutions
working in the field of international development.
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NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
For further details on events in Newfoundland and Labrador, or to register
to attend, please contact Neil Tilley or Pat Hann at (709) 579-8950,
phann at extensionco-op.nf.net or chejnt at web.net
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Avalon Gateway at the Business Centre in Dunville (Placentia), NL
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Location: College of the North Atlantic, Stephenville, NL
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Wednesday, December 7, 2005
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Memorial University, Division of Community Health, Faculty of
Medicine, St. John's, NL
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Atlantic Council for International Cooperation /
Conseil atlantique pour la coop?ration internationale
PO Box 27025, 5595 Fenwick Street
Halifax, NS/N.-?. Canada, B3H 4M8
Tel/T?l: (902) 431-2311 Fax/T?l?c: (902) 431-2311
E-mail/Courriel: info at acic-caci.org
http://www.acic-caci.org
From eddie.oldfield at nb.lung.ca Wed Nov 16 08:48:37 2005
From: eddie.oldfield at nb.lung.ca (Eddie Oldfield)
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2005 09:48:37 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Please RSVP - Nov 22 Public Health and Mapping Workshop
Message-ID:
Dear Madam / Sir:
The New Brunswick Lung Association is holding a workshop on Tuesday,
November 22, at the WU Center, in Fredericton. The preliminary agenda is
attached. This workshop will focus on enabling public health professionals
to respond to chronic and infectious diseases with decision-support
technology - in particular, we will examine the role of web-based mapping
for disease tracking, emergency response and health care planning.
Cross-linkages with public safety and environment will also be explored.
The event is free, and lunch will be served. A description of the workshop
is included below.
Please RSVP with me: eddie.oldfield at nb.lung.ca, OR by phone: 506-455-8961
ext 113
For a map and directions, please visit: http://wucentre.unb.ca/map.php
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely,
Eddie Oldfield
New Brunswick Lung Association
(506) 455-8961 ext 113
***
In this day and age of Hurricanes, flooding, potential pandemics (e.g. Avian
Flu), and other natural or man-made disasters, public health organizations
are under increasing stress to offer adequate response and mitigate health
concerns.
To assist public health professionals in dealing with chronic and infectious
diseases, and responding to health emergencies, the New Brunswick Lung
Association is hosting a public health workshop on November 22, at the WU
Center, in Fredericton. The focus of this workshop will be to examine the
role of web-based mapping to support evidence-based decision making, monitor
and anticipate population health needs, and to enhance disease surveillance.
**see below
This workshop will bring together professionals across public health, public
safety and environment disciplines, to explore challenges and opportunities
for enhancing evidence-based decision-making through web-based mapping
technology. The New Brunswick Lung Association was funded by GeoConnections
(Government of Canada) to develop this workshop and engage public health
professionals to participate. The Public Health Agency of Canada will also
be speaking at this workshop.
Please feel free to extend an invitation to colleagues.
The event is free. We will be serving lunch and coffee breaks.
There will be a series of presentations in the morning followed by a
facilitated group discussion where participants will be able to provide
input on priority areas. The inputs will be useful for guiding a
provincial strategy for web-mapping. Finally, these inputs will help to
guide
the Lung Association in the next phase of development of its web-mapping
health
portal www.nb.lung.ca/mapping.
** As a public health professional, imagine responding to priority health
issues with instant access to:
? maps highlighting a disease outbreak, and tracking its spread within
a
community;
? wildlife and domestic animal information useful for predicting
vectors of
potential spread to human communities;
? air quality and climatic data (both archival and projected up to 100
years) to monitor correlations between bad air quality days / high
temperature days and hospital admissions - in order to alert patients with
respiratory conditions and to plan for appropriate hospital
staffing/resources;
? statistics and other information for evidence-based decision-making,
based
on the type of outbreak, the rate of infection, and the population density
of an area;
? applications that enable you to share information in real-time with
other
jurisdictions and to collaborate on response efforts;
? systems that enable you to store an share information knowing that
privacy
safeguards are in place.
More background documentation summarizing GIS applications in public health
is available upon request.
From asrts at ecologyaction.ca Thu Nov 17 14:15:08 2005
From: asrts at ecologyaction.ca (Janet Barlow)
Date: Thu, 17 Nov 2005 15:15:08 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Walking on the Rise in NS Schools
Message-ID: <000501c5ebab$39b95770$6701a8c0@ASRTS2>
For Immediate Release
November 16, 2005
Walking on the rise in NS Schools
Walking is a growing trend at schools across Nova Scotia. Since it was first
celebrated in the province, the number of schools participating in
International Walk to School Week has soared from nine in 2001 to 137 in
2005.
"It was wonderful to see the tremendous response from schools this year,"
says Janet Barlow, Coordinator of Active & Safe Routes to School. "It's
exciting to think one-third of our schools participated province-wide -
that's a lot of schools."
International Walk to School Week is an initiative of Active & Safe Routes
to School, a program promoting the use of active modes of transportation to
school. This includes walking, cycling, wheel chairing, etc.
The annual event took place this year from October 3 to 7. Over 30,000
students walked or wheeled to school or took part in walking activities at
school. Many school staff, parents and community members also put their best
foot forward. Schools across Canada participated in the event, joining 36
countries world-wide.
"It didn't matter whether the schools had a lot of walking students or
bussing students," says Barlow. "They all recognized the need for more
physical activity, for fewer cars being driven to school and for more
traffic safety awareness."
Four NS schools won prizes for their participation. Princess Margaret Rose
Elementary School in Truro won a national award of $500 from Go for Green
along with a banner and prizes for each student.
Carleton Consolidated School in Carleton won a bike rack from Timbertec Inc.
and a banner from Go for Green. Mount Edward School in Dartmouth won 3M TM
Scotchlite TM Reflective Material armbands* for all students. Seton
Elementary in North Sydney won a Teaching About Climate Change book from
Green Teacher and an Ecology Action Centre membership.
For their generous prize donations, Active & Safe Routes to School thanks Go
for Green, Timbertec Inc., 3M and Green Teacher.
Active & Safe Routes to School is a national Go for Green program
coordinated in Nova Scotia by the Ecology Action Centre in partnership with
Nova Scotia Health Promotion.
-30-
Photos are available upon request.
For more information contact Janet Barlow at:
(902) 442-5055 or asrts at ecologyaction.ca
*3M and Scotchlite are trademarks of 3M used under license in Canada
Janet Barlow
Active & Safe Routes to School Coordinator
asrts at ecologyaction.ca
Tel: (902) 442-5055
Fax: (902) 422-6410
Ecology Action Centre
1568 Argyle St., Suite 31
Halifax, NS B3J 2B3
www.ecologyaction.ca/asrts
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support to continue our work! Please join,
renew or donate today. Call (902) 429-2202
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From info at acic-caci.org Tue Nov 15 14:28:05 2005
From: info at acic-caci.org (ACIC)
Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 15:28:05 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Atlantic Photography Competition - November 15 -
December 15, 2005
Message-ID:
Send us Photos!
Ethical Images Project: The South Through the Northern Eye
Atlantic Photography Competition - November 15 - December 15, 2005
The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) is pleased to
announce a one-month photography competition starting today, November 15
with a deadline of December 15, 2005. This competition is one element of a
public awareness campaign entitled "Ethical Images: The South Through the
Northern Eye" and complements a series of speaker engagements and public
workshops aimed at increasing awareness within the NGO community, the media,
and among the general public of the ethical issues surrounding how we, the
North, use images to portray developing or Southern countries.
Background:
While the intention behind most images is often to raise awareness of
poverty or crisis and to elicit a sympathetic response, an unintended result
is the perpetuation of harmful stereotypes that misrepresent the people of
the South. To address these concerns, ACIC is collaborating with member
organizations, media outlets, universities, and community groups to develop
long-term strategies for increasing public awareness of international
cooperation and poverty issues. This will lead to increased awareness about
issues of stereotypes, objectification, and the "us vs. them" dichotomy
thinking in regards to the South. Ultimately, we hope to create a better
understanding of why we should avoid the following:
- images/messages that generalize and mask the diversity of situations;
- images/messages that fuel prejudice;
- images/messages that foster a sense of Northern superiority; and
- images/messages that show people as hopeless objects for our pity, rather
than as equal partners in action and development
(from CCIC's Code of Ethics)
Atlantic Canadians, and Southern partners working with Atlantic Canadian
NGOs, are invited to submit their own ethical images of the South, in both
print and digital format. A committee will jury the photos on December 20th.
Winning photographs will be presented to the public through a variety of
means that may include: the ACIC web site, postcards, billboards around the
Atlantic region, and most importantly in "The South Through the Northern
Eye" Exhibition, a photography exhibition scheduled to tour a number of
rural and urban venues this winter. Our goal is to reach Atlantic Canadians,
raising awareness about global poverty and highlighting the commonalities
that exist between the North and the South as well as to credit the winners
for their contribution to our visual landscape.
Check the ACIC web site for contest rules, agreements and a description of
project aims.
http://www.acic-caci.org/projects/ethicalimages/competition.html
Then send photographic submissions to:
ACIC-CACI - Photo
PO Box 27025,
5595 rue Fenwick St.
Halifax, NS/N-?
Canada,
B3H 4M8
Contact:
Liz MacDougall, EI Campaign Organizer
events at acic-caci.org
(902) 444-4154
http://www.acic-caci.org/projects/ethicalimages
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - -
The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) is a coalition of
individuals, organizations, and institutions working in the Atlantic region,
which are committed to achieving global sustainability in a peaceful and
healthy environment, with social justice, human dignity, and participation
for all.
ACIC supports its members in international cooperation and education through
collective leadership, networking, information exchange, training and
coordination, and by representing their interests when dealing with
government and others.
ACIC also takes a leadership role in engaging Atlantic Canadians around
issues relating to international development, global sustainability, and
social justice. Through our public engagement work, ACIC strives to give
Atlantic Canadians the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to become
active global citizens.
From juniper at chebucto.ns.ca Fri Nov 18 12:09:10 2005
From: juniper at chebucto.ns.ca (Jennifer Melanson)
Date: Fri, 18 Nov 2005 13:09:10 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Atlantic Regional Solidarity Network (ARSN) weekend!
Message-ID: <437DD276.14919.D6284D@localhost>
Connect - Inform - Examine - Inspire - Reflect
Atlantic Region Solidarity Network (ARSN) 2005
New Visions for Canada and the Americas
Dec. 2-4, Tatamagouche Centre, Tatamagouche NS.
Join others concerned with Canada's role in Latin America in
examining alternative visions of solidarity.
Themes to be covered include:
Venezuela's "revolution for the poor" - supporting an alternative for
the Americas
Canadian imperialism in the mining sector
Canada's undermining of democracy in Haiti
Rethinking solidarity: new visions and actions
And more......
Costs: Registration $15, Food and Accommodation $120 (+ HST),
billeting and alternate arrangements available to lower costs.
Childcare available on request (registration must be received by the
deadline).
Registration Form on the ARSN website
For more information: www.arsn.ca / or contact Ramsey Hart (506) 538-
1066 ramsey at arsn.ca
From slabchuk at isn.net Sun Nov 20 12:25:01 2005
From: slabchuk at isn.net (Sharon Labchuk)
Date: Sun, 20 Nov 2005 13:25:01 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Last Chance Dinner
Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20051120132450.02c91380@mailer.isn.net>
PEI YES COALITION
PRESENTS
LAST CHANCE DINNER AND FORUM
It's decision time on the Mixed member proportional electoral model - MMP. Join us for dinner and a forum discussion about the MMP model proposed for PEI. We want you to vote YES at this November 28 Plebiscite. We want to hear your questions and share why we think MMP is the best option for Islanders.
F0RUM MEMBERS
Adriene Carr - leader of the Green Party of British Columbia
Mark Greenan - PEI Yes Coalition Coordinator
Jeannie Lea - former Liberal cabinet member and founding member of Every Vote Counts
Moderator - Rob MacLean
When: Friday November 25 at 7:30 pm
Where: Loyalist Inn, Summerside
Cost: $25, with any proceeds donated to Summerside Generation XX.
Tickets are limited and must be reserved in advance. Call 436-9664.
Vegetarian option available.
Participate.
Hear for yourself.
Be informed.
Decide with facts.
Ask questions.
www.peivoteyes.com
Mark Greenan, coordinator - 315-0157
From ouzo at meowmail.com Mon Nov 21 09:30:38 2005
From: ouzo at meowmail.com (Eileen Hurst)
Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2005 06:30:38 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] biodiesel and veggie oil workshop
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From karenminer at hotmail.com Mon Nov 21 16:59:57 2005
From: karenminer at hotmail.com (Karen Miner)
Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2005 17:59:57 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] TransFair Canada job opportunity - Executive Director
Message-ID:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ** FAIR TRADE ORGANIZATION
TransFair Canada (www.transfair.ca) is a national not-for-profit
organization whose mission is to alleviate poverty and improve the
livelihood of developing world farmers and workers. TransFair Canada seeks
an Executive Director to lead the organization as it embarks on an ambitious
strategic business plan.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have demonstrated achievements in business development
- Excel in an "entrepreneurial NGO" environment
- Have achieved success in the financial management of a small organization
- Have knowledge of certification systems and procedures
- Have experience in international development & fundraising
- Be bilingual.
Compensation: $42-52K plus generous benefits.
Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a short statement of
personal values (the latter in the alternate French/English language versus
the letter & CV) by electronic mail only to hr at transfair.ca. Applications
are due by 5:00 pm EST on Fri. Dec. 2nd.
From natalie at clean.ns.ca Wed Nov 23 08:54:05 2005
From: natalie at clean.ns.ca (Natalie MacLellan)
Date: Wed, 23 Nov 2005 09:54:05 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Christmas Memberships
Message-ID: <002101c5f035$5e3e47c0$6500a8c0@CNS218>
Bright Idea for Christmas!
Christmas Gift Membership Packages
Give the gift that gives back: a Clean Nova Scotia membership!
Individual - $30 The member will receive a Membership Certificate and a CNS
Tote filled with environmental inspiration! A charitable tax receipt will be
issued for $24.
Family Package - $50 Package includes the CNS Tote, 2 CNS lunch bags and a
Family Membership Certificate. A charitable tax receipt will be issued for
$35.
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLE - Act now!
Contact:
Charlene Boyce-Young
Communications Coordinator
424-4161
Or
Natalie MacLellan
Educational Resources Coordinator
420-6597
Email: cns at clean.ns.ca
www.clean.ns.ca
From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Fri Nov 25 08:39:16 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul Falvo)
Date: Fri, 25 Nov 2005 13:39:16 +0000
Subject: [Sust-mar] BBC E-mail: Prince's plea over climate change
Message-ID: <20051125_133916_026358.pfalvo@chebucto.ns.ca>
Paul Falvo saw this story on BBC News Online and thought you
should see it.
** Prince's plea over climate change **
Prince Charles tells the BBC climate change should be regarded as "the greatest challenge" facing mankind.
< http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/1/hi/uk/4380658.stm >
** BBC Daily E-mail **
Choose the news and sport headlines you want - when you want them, all
in one daily e-mail
< http://www.bbc.co.uk/dailyemail/ >
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The BBC is not responsible for the content of this e-mail, and anything written in this e-mail does not necessarily reflect the BBC's views or opinions. Please note that neither the e-mail address nor name of the sender have?been verified.
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From p2 at planetfriendly.net Fri Nov 25 15:26:07 2005
From: p2 at planetfriendly.net (GoodWork Canada)
Date: Fri, 25 Nov 2005 15:26:07 -0500
Subject: [Sust-mar] Marine Conservation Coord., Ecology Action Centre, f/t,
Halifax, Dec 20 deadline
Message-ID: <200511252026.jAPKQ7XL019317@newdelhi.flora.ca>
[as posted to GoodWork http://www.GoodWorkCanada.ca ]
[plus topical links and resources, below - ed ]
Marine Conservation Coordinator
Ecology Action Centre http://www.ecologyaction.ca
Marine Issues Committee http://www.ecologyaction.ca/marine_issues/marine_issues.shtm
Date posted to GoodWork: Nov 25, 2005
Application deadline: Dec 20, 2005
Start date: January 2006
Location: Halifax NS, Canada
The Ecology Action Centre (EAC), established in 1971,
is a membership-based organization working on a range
of conservation issues. The Centre has achieved or been
involved with many significant environmental gains
over the years including the establishment of recycling
programs, reduction in the use of pesticides, protection
of terrestrial and marine areas, and the advancement of
sustainable transportation policy and practices. The Centre
engages in research, education, demonstration projects and
advocacy to achieve its goals. Our emphasis has been on
collaboration and engagement with a wide array of resource
users in particular fishing organizations.
The EAC's Marine Issues Committee (MIC) promotes
marine conservation and sustainable ocean-based
livelihoods. The Committee works on fisheries, in
particular the impacts of dragging, consumer awareness of
sustainable seafood, impacts of petroleum exploration and
drilling, and marine biological invasions. The Committee
hosted the First International Symposium on Deep Sea
Corals, launched a legal challenge against dragging,
initiated the first saltmarsh restoration project in Atlantic
Canada, hastened the regulation of ballast water and
generally raised awareness amongst Nova Scotians
about fisheries and ocean issues.
MIC is seeking an individual with the skills and motivation
to identify opportunities and pursue them. The focus would
be on advancing sustainable fisheries policy and practices.
The successful candidate would play the lead role in
advancing fisheries management measures that encourage
environmental protection and sustainable and equitable use
of ocean resources.
The Marine Conservation Coordinator will build upon past
work of MIC, including the Oceans Zoning Workshop held
in 2004 and research and advocacy on the impacts of
dragging on the sea floor. The Coordinator would
participate in fisheries and integrated management
initiatives as well as work with ocean users across Nova
Scotia and Atlantic Canada who are keen to implement
ocean conservation measures. The Coordinator would work
closely with the Marine Coordinator and the Marine Issues
Committee and assume responsibility for building the
marine team at EAC.
Scope of Work
* Identify and build on existing opportunities to advance
protection and sustainable use of the oceans
* Work with fishing organizations and other ocean users to
encourage zoning and other conservation measures through
integrated management meetings and other fora
* Attend and participate in fisheries and ocean science and
management meetings
* Work with volunteers to develop projects and build
capacity of the Marine Issues Committee
* Work with the Marine Coordinator on national and
international sustainable fisheries campaigns
Desired Skills
* Enjoy working with a wide range of people to identify,
promote and implement win-win solutions
* Have a background in marine science or policy,
particularly with respect to Atlantic Canada fisheries
* Great people skills including ability to work with industry
and government
* Experience and competence in negotiation around natural
resource management
* Familiarity or experience with marine mapping an asset
* Experience on the water an asset
* Experience with a non-governmental or community based
organizations
* Writing for a public and government audiences
* Experience in public speaking and campaign coordination
an asset.
The individual would work with the Marine Coordinator
and the Marine Issues Committee of EAC.
Salary: $36,000 plus benefits
Start date: January 2006
Job Term: 18 months with options for continuation
TO APPLY:
Please send your curriculum vitae and covering letter to
Mark Butler, Ecology Action Centre, 1568 Argyle St.,
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 2B3 or fax: 902-422-6410 or
action at ecologyaction.ca Only successful candidates will
be contacted. For more information call 902-429-5287 or
http://www.ecologyaction.ca
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[GoodWork Editor adds... topical links, resources & opportunities:
Ecology Action Centre
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/
Marine Issues - Ecology Action Centre
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/marine_issues/marine_issues.shtm
~~~~~
Aquatic and Marine Issues & Ecosystems - links, organizations
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/marine_issues/mic_links.shtm
http://directory.google.com/Top/Science/Biology/Ecology/Aquatic_Ecology/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine
Sustainable Fisheries
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overfishing
Water
http://www.thegreenpages.ca/web_resources/wtr/default.asp
http://directory.google.com/Top/Science/Environment/Water_Resources/
~~~~~
Halifax, Nova Scotia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halifax
http://directory.google.ca/Top/Regional/North_America/Canada/Nova_Scotia/Localities/H/Halifax/
Nova Scotia Environmental Groups & Organizations
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/
http://www.web.net/~nsen/membership/membership2.html
http://www.chebucto.ns.ca/Environment/EnvCCN.shtml
http://www.chebucto.ns.ca/Environment/SCN/CommLink/
http://listingsca.com/Nova-Scotia/Science_and_Humanities/Environment/
http://www.gov.ns.ca/greenweb/
Businesses http://www.ecologyaction.ca/gifts.shtm (at right)
and across Canada http://www.planetfriendly.net/ecoportal.html
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From TLORINCZ at DAL.CA Fri Nov 25 17:06:23 2005
From: TLORINCZ at DAL.CA (Tamara Lorincz)
Date: Fri, 25 Nov 2005 18:06:23 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] 8 excellent events and resources - please scroll through
and circulate!
Message-ID: <20051125180623.54sv1x0gwi00g404@my2.dal.ca>
8 excellent events and resources - please scroll through and circulate!
(1)
"WAL-MART: The High Cost of Low Price" takes you behind the glitz and into the
real lives of workers and their families, business owners and their
communities, in an extraordinary journey that will challenge the way you think,
feel... and shop. SPECIAL SCREENING DETAILS
Where: Scotiabank Theatre, Sobey Building
Saint Mary?s University
When: Wed. Nov. 30, 2005 ? 7:00 p.m.
Free Admission
(2)
The Students Coailtion Agianst War will be holding a free public film screening
of the new documentary POISON DUST on TUESDAY NOV. 29th at 8pm at the ONE WORLD
CAFE (corner of West and Agricola) all are welcome, the event is free and there
will be free coffee and popcorn. see you there!
WHAT IS POISON DUST?
poision dust is a documetary about the effects of DEPLETED URANIUM weapons on
both civilians and soldiers throughout both American invasions of Iraq. this
documetary has just been released and is the follow up to te film "metal of
dishonour"
During the current Iraq War the U.S. use of radioactive Depleted Uranium weapons
increased from 375 tons used in 1991 to 2200 tons. Geiger counter readings at
sites in downtown Baghdad record radiation levels 1,000 and 2,000 times higher
than background radiation. The Pentagon has bombed, occupied, tortured and
contaminated Iraq. Millions of Iraqis are affected. Over one million U.S.
soldiers have rotated into Iraq. Today, half of the 697,000 U.S. Gulf War
troops from the 1991 war have reported serious medical problems and a
significant increase in birth defects among their newborn children.
The effects on the Iraqi population are far greater. Many other countries and
U.S. communities near DU weapons plants, testing facilities, bases and arsenals
have also been exposed to this radioactive material which has a half-life of
4.4 billions years
Speaking Out Against War In All Its Forms Worldwide
WWW.SCAW.CA
(3)
Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs Presents Ethics, Values and
Business Success ? Bill Black
Recent research has found that firms that orient themselves around shared,
positive values are more successful. Bill Black, former CEO of Maritime Life,
is one business leader who successfully practiced such a positive, values
oriented approach, and is widely recognized for his achievements. Mr. Black
will be sharing his insights on the relationship of ethics, values and business
success at a CCEPA breakfast session Friday December 2, 2005 - 7:30-9:30 AM, at
the Delta Halifax. The cost is $30.00. For more information please visit
http://www.ccepa.ca/news-ethics_values_business_success.html or call 428-4731
to reserve a seat.
Kimberly Williams, Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs (CCEPA) 630
Francklyn Street Halifax, NS B3H 3B4 Telephone: 428-4731 Fax: 428-4776
(4)
Walk Against Warming / Walk for Mother Earth
(March mondiale pour le climat!)
Saturday, December 3
1pm
Victoria Park (corner of South Park St. & Spring Garden Rd.)
March and Rally in Halifax for International Day of Action on Climate Change
Organized by Sierra Club Atlantic Chapter, Ecology Action Centre and the Nova
Scotia Environmental Network. There will be great speakers and entertainment!
Drummers, Raging Grannies, Gaia Singers (tentatively), and much more! Bring
your umbrella and a noisemaker!
Check out: http://www.globalclimatecampaign.org/index-en.shtml
AND: http://www.3dec2005.org/
This event falls at the mid-point of climate change/Kyoto negotiations that will
be taking place in Montreal (COP11/MOP1) - the whole world will be watching
what happens in Canada re: climate change. Thousands of people around the world
will be on the street that day urging leaders to take action on climate change
- join us! PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD AND COME OUT!
(5)
In case you did not receive this invitation and would like to attend! For staff
and volunteers on non-profit environmental, international development and
social justice organizations:
The Nova Scotia Environmental Network (NSEN) is hosting a Community
Conversation on Wednesday, December 7 focused on the very interesting topic of
raising awareness about the role and contribution of the voluntary sector in
Canada as part of the national Voluntary Sector Awareness Project (VSAP). The
upcoming conversation will be held in the beautiful boardroom overlooking the
Northwest Arm at the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs (CCEPA), 630
Francklyn Street (Atlantic School of Theology Campus), on Wednesday, December 7
from 10:00 am to 2:00 PM. There will be an organic gourmet networking lunch and
fabulous draw prizes. The event is free, but space is limited. The background
paper for the Community Conversation is here:
http://www.imaginecanada.ca/page.asp?awareness_project Please RSVP by December
5 to ensure your spot by calling the NSEN office at 454-6846 or emailing
nsen at web.ca There are also limited travel subsidies available.
Tamara Lorincz
Coordinator of the Nova Scotia Environmental Network
(6)
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Intimate partner violence affects one woman in 12 in Nova Scotia, a number that
should be dropping but isn?t! Nov. 25 is the International Day for the
Elimination of Violence Against Women, the first of 16 Days of Action on Gender
Violence. It also marks the beginning of Nova Scotia?s 2005 Purple Ribbon
Campaign, an important awareness raising and fundraising campaign for
transition houses in the province. The Transition House Association of Nova
Scotia coordinates the Purple Ribbon Campaign in this province, and all
transition houses sell purple ribbons to raise much-needed funds. Transition
houses also plan event in their communities to raise awareness that violence
against women is still prevalent in Nova Scotia. The Advisory Council on the
Status of Women urges everyone to take part in a commemoration event on
December 6, and to support your local transition house by buying a purple
ribbon. If your organization is planning a December 6 event, let us know by
Nov. 30. We?ll share it with newsbytes readers and post it to our events web
site, www.gov.ns.ca/staw by Dec. 2.
(7)
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives - The Nova Scotia
Child Poverty Report Card 2005. You should check it out at
http://www.policyalternatives.ca/Reports/2005/11/ChildPoverty/index.cfm?pa=BB736455
(8) TV TIME:
CBC NEWS: CORRESPONDENT
(Sunday November 27 at 8pm ET/PT on CBC Newsworld)
THE AID WORKER: MOVING MOUNTAINS (PREMIERE)
The race is on in Pakistan to provide food and at least temporary shelter for
those left homeless by the October 8 earthquake before winter sets in. At the
centre of those efforts is a Canadian, Keith Ursel of the UN's World Food
Programme. Roads are blocked, bridges are gone while half a million people from
mountain villages struggle to survive.
The CBC's Paul Workman reports from Kashmir.
http://www.cbc.ca/correspondent/ CBC NEWS: THE PASSIONATE EYE
(Thursday December 1 at 9pm on CBC-TV)
TARGETS (PREMIERE)
More journalists have already died in Iraq than were killed in the entire
Vietman War. The war in Iraq has put the journalists covering it in an
impossibly perilous situation today. Never before have journalists themselves
become such a major target in a conflict. What has the war in Iraq done to
journalists? What has it done to the process of newsgathering? Award-winning
Iranian-Canadian filmmaker and war correspondent Maziar Bahari follows two
journalists and their heart-stopping stories of covering the war in
Iraq. http://www.cbc.ca/passionateeye/targets.html
From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Mon Nov 28 09:31:10 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul Falvo)
Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2005 14:31:10 +0000
Subject: [Sust-mar] BBC E-mail: Climate response risks to nature
Message-ID: <20051128_143110_087195.pfalvo@chebucto.ns.ca>
Paul Falvo saw this story on BBC News Online and thought you
should see it.
** Climate response risks to nature **
Some birds and animals are responding to climate change in ways which could put them at risk, research shows.
< http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/1/hi/sci/tech/4399792.stm >
** BBC Daily E-mail **
Choose the news and sport headlines you want - when you want them, all
in one daily e-mail
< http://www.bbc.co.uk/dailyemail/ >
** Disclaimer **
The BBC is not responsible for the content of this e-mail, and anything written in this e-mail does not necessarily reflect the BBC's views or opinions. Please note that neither the e-mail address nor name of the sender have?been verified.
If you do not wish to receive such e-mails in the future or want to know more about the BBC's Email a Friend service, please read our frequently asked questions. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/help/4162471.stm
From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Mon Nov 28 22:37:02 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul A Falvo)
Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2005 23:37:02 -0400 (AST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] letter to premier re subsidies for cars
Message-ID:
Nothing in the queue today, so you are stuck with a lame letter from me.
Feel free to cc sust-mar on your letters to our elected leaders. I will
post them when space allows.
BTW, I got a disinterested reply that my letter was forwarded to the
Utility Review Board.
-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-
The Honourable Michael G. Baker, Q.C.
Acting Minister Transportation and Public Works
Via fax: (902) 424-0532
The Hon. Rodney J. Macdonald
Minister Tourism, Culture & Heritage
Via fax: (902) 424-4872
28 October 2005
Dear Minister Baker and Minister MacDonald:
I am glad your government decided not to further subsidise the purchase of
cars, even fuel efficient cars. A car-free taxpayer, my family already
pays for road construction and maintenance. We further subsidise car
owners by paying for the additional healthcare, police and other services
that the proliferation of private motor vehicles entails. So, I am
relieved that my family will not be further subsidising motorists.
How about tax credits and rebates for people who choose not to own a car
at all? That is much better for our environment than a fuel-efficient car.
Encouraging more people to be car-free would save the province a lot of
money. Imagine the savings of fewer roads to twin, less expensive highway
infrastructure and reduced need for healthcare (cleaner air, fewer
accidents and improved personal fitness).
If your government has a long term vision for encouraging people to move
around Nova Scotia in an environmentally responsible and healthy manner,
what about investing in and promoting public transit? My family had
ambitious vacation plans for discovering Nova Scotia's South Shore this
summer. Those plans came to an end when a Nova Scotia tourism agent told
us there is no longer bus service to the south shore. Later, we learned
that your agent misinformed us. But, it goes to show that public transit
is not a priority for the Nova Scotia government if even the tourism
agents who assist travelers do not know about bus services that are there.
Please make public transit a priority.
Wishing you all the best, I am,
Sincerely,
Paul A. Falvo
cc: Sustainable Maritimes email list
(http://list.web.net/lists/admin/sust-mar)
Mr. Howard Epstein, MLA Fax: (902) 429-6082
Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus Fax: (902) 424-0539
From kathysnow at hotmail.com Tue Nov 29 05:26:03 2005
From: kathysnow at hotmail.com (Kathy Snow)
Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2005 11:26:03 +0100
Subject: [Sust-mar] request for Information...
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From tlorincz at dal.ca Tue Nov 1 17:49:33 2005
From: tlorincz at dal.ca (Tamara Lorincz)
Date: Tue, 1 Nov 2005 18:49:33 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Upcoming social justice,
environment and peace events PLUS Volunteer Help Wanted
Message-ID: <20051101224933.FDPY28065.simmts8-srv.bellnexxia.net@tamara>
A listing of 9 community events related to art, social justice, peace, and
environment. Please circulate far and wide. Sorry for cross-postings. Thank
you!
**********
VOLUNTEER HELP NEEDED:
1. *Volunteers needed to help organize a "Walk Against Global Warming" that
will take place in Halifax on Saturday, Dec. 3 as part of an international
day of action to raise awareness about climate change and get our government
leaders to act on their Kyoto Protocol commitments (in conjunction with the
Climate Change Conference hosted by Canada in Montreal). If you can help
with this local effort, please come to one of our weekly meetings on
Wednesdays at 4pm at the Paperchase Caf? on Blowers St. or email Stepanie of
the TRAX-Ecology Action Centre: trax at ecologyaction.ca T: 902-429-0924
2. *Volunteers needed to help with a benefit/fundraiser for the Halifax
Refugee Clinic. We would like to have the fundraiser in January. If you can
help, please contact Eva, Coordinator of the Halifax Refugee Clinic:
hrc at hfx.eastlink.ca Tel: (902) 422-6736
**********
EVENTS:
1.
Drumfest 2005
?A Celebration of the Drum?
8:00 pm November 4 and 5, 2005
Saint Matthews United Church
1479 Barrington Street (at Spring Garden Rd)
Adults: $20 Students: $15 Under 12: Free
Advance tickets sales: Call Halifax Dance at 422.2006
drumming at hfx.eastlink.ca
drumfesthalifax at yahoo.ca
2.
"At a Critical Moment in History: Canada-US Relations and Citizen Political
Engagement"
Mel Hurtig
Author and Activist
Tuesday, November 8
7:30-9:00 pm
Rm. 104, Weldon Law Building, 6061 University Ave., Dalhousie University.
Free public lecture
Mel Hurtig will read from his recent writings on a variety of Canadian
concerns and in particular, Canada-US relations, the growing dangers of
nuclear proliferation, terrorism, and political engagement. A quote Hurtig
discovered in a secret Canadian Department of Defence report about a future
nuclear attack: "You could take out Halifax quite nicely."
Mel Hurtig is a former bookstore owner, well known publisher and acclaimed
author. In 1985, he formed The Council of Canadians, to preserve Canadian
values and sovereignty. He is the former chairman of the Committee for an
Independent Canada. Mel Hurtig is an officer of the Order of Canada and has
honorary degrees from six universities. Mel Hurtig has written several books
including The Betrayal of Canada, At Twilight in the Country/Memoirs of a
Canadian Nationalist, Pay the Rent or Feed the Kids: The Tragedy and
Disgrace of Poverty in Canada, The Vanishing Country, and his latest Rushing
to Armageddon: The Shocking Truth About Canada, Missile Defence, and Star
Wars.
3.
Town Hall: Canada?s new International Policy Statement ? What you need to
know Wednesday November 9 8:00-9:30 pm Rm. 104 Weldon Law Building, 6061
University Ave., Dalhousie University.
The general public is invited to attend a free town hall meeting open to
discuss Canada?s new International Policy Statement (IPS). The IPS was
unveiled by the federal government in April 2005 and deals with defence,
diplomacy, development and commerce. This month, the government is seeking
public input about the new statement. Come to the townhall meeting to learn
more about the IPS and how you can give feedback to the government.
Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and to evaluate the
statement on-line. Have your say!
Organized by the Halifax Peace Coalition and the Society for Corporate
Environmental and Social Responsibility (CESR). More information, please
contact: hfxpeace at chebucto.ca
4.
Upcoming talk by Anna Paskal, program manager with Inter Pares "Terminator
Technology: Implications for Food Sovereignty in the South"
Thursday, November 10, 12:00 - 1:30, room 105, Weldon Law Building
All are welcome.
Anna Paskal is a Program Manager with Inter Pares, an international Social
justice organization based in Ottawa. Anna works with the Asia program, and
has particular responsibilities in the area of food and agriculture policy
and programming. Anna holds a Masters degree from the University of Sussex
in England. She is an award-winning filmmaker and the author of "The Water
Gods: An Inside Story of a World Bank Project in Nepal".
Inter Pares is a Canadian organization dedicated to promoting international
social justice. In Canada and overseas we work to build understanding
about the causes and effects of poverty and injustice, and the need for
social change. It supports communities in developing countries to create
healthy, safe and secure futures. Inter Pares also supports people's
struggles for self-determination and their efforts to challenge
structural obstacles to change, as well as their alternative development
approaches.
5.
Workshop: How Poverty Issues in the Global South are Represented in Nova
Scotia
Date: Saturday, November 12, 2005
Time: 9:00 am ? 5:00 pm
Location: Tatamagouche Centre, RR#3, Tatamagouche, NS
Workshop: How Poverty Issues in the Global South are Represented in Nova
Scotia
Date: Saturday, November 19, 2005
Time: 9:00 am ? 5:00 pm
Location: TBD, Halifax, NS
For further details on events in Nova Scotia, or to register to attend,
please contact Tara Ward or Caren Weisbart at (902) 422-6688,
ethical_images at yahoo.ca
6.
Maude Barlow in Halifax November 23 to talk about her new book. Best-selling
author Maude Barlow's newest book, Too Close for Comfort:Canada's Future
Within Fortress North America, calls for an end to the integration of
Canada's foreign, defence and trade policies with those of George Bush's
America. Despite the deep unpopularity of President Bush in this country,
Canadians are increasingly finding their long-held values challenged by the
national security interests of his administration.
For more information, please contact: Cliff White, Atlantic Regional
Organizer, The Council of Canadians 902 422-7811; cwhite at canadians.org
7.
Pesticide Reduction Forum - November 24th in Wolfville, NS The Sierra Club
of Canada - Atlantic Canada Chapter is hosting a one- day Pesticide
Reduction Forum focusing on municipal initiatives in Atlantic Canada. With
over 85 pesticide bylaws now across Canada and several Atlantic
municipalities considering similar measures, the forum will answer key
questions, coordinate efforts, and help share resources and experience in
the region. The keynote speaker will be Theresa McClenaghan from the
Canadian Environmental Law Association. As a lawyer she has been involved in
the Canadian Supreme Court challenge regarding Hudson Quebec's pesticide
bylaw, and the recent court challenge to Toronto's bylaw. Other speakers
will include Mayors, provincial MLAs, municipal staff and councillors,
researchers, industry representatives, health professionals, and community
leaders.
For more information visit:
www.sierraclub.ca/atlantic/pesticides/conference.htm or contact Gregor
MacAskill at gregormacaskill at eastlink.ca or (902) 444-3113.
8.
Nahanni Forever ? coming to Halifax, November 29th. Visit www.cpaws.org for
details.
On November 29th, CPAWS's nationwide "Celebrate the Wild Nahanni" Tour will
make a stop in Halifax for an evening full of entertainment and discussion
about wilderness conservation. The tour is part of our '100,000 Canadians
for the Nahanni' campaign, which seeks to expand the boundaries of the
Nahanni National Park Reserve (located in the Northwest Territories) to
encompass the entire watershed of the South Nahanni River, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. By expanding the boundaries, the park and the wildlife and
ecosystems it protects will be safeguarded against future development and
the effects of a proposed lead/zinc/silver mine.
Alexander MacDonald
Outreach Coordinator
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - NS Chapter (CPAWS NS)
P: 902-446-4155
E: conservation at cpawsns.org
www.cpawsns.org
9.
The Canadian Centre for Pollution Prevention is calling for speakers for the
10th Canadian Pollution Prevention Roundtable (CPPR). It will be held in
Halifax, Nova Scotia from June 14-15, 2006. M Presentation abstracts and
bios must be submitted by December 16, 2005.
If you have some knowledge to share and would like to submit an abstract, or
know of someone who might be interested in presenting, please visit our web
site at www.c2p2online.com/CPPR to access the Call for Speakers submission
form and to see a more detailed description of the program outline.
If you have any questions please call Sue McKinlay at (519) 337-3425 or
e-mail at sue at c2p2online.com 10th Canadian Pollution Prevention Roundtable
(http://www.c2p2online.com/CPPR)
************************
Tamara Lorincz
Coordinator, Nova Scotia Environmental Network (NSEN)
French Student
BA, BComm, MBA, LLB
55 Willowbend Court
Halifax, NS CANADA B3M 3L3
(902) 443-2423
tlorincz at dal.ca
GN: http://www.space4peace.org/
HPC: http://hfxpeace.chebucto.org/
NSEN: http://www.nsen.ca
"A better world is possible"
From c.levin at ns.sympatico.ca Tue Nov 1 09:29:57 2005
From: c.levin at ns.sympatico.ca (Clare Levin)
Date: Tue, 1 Nov 2005 10:29:57 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] GPI Atlantic Energy report
Message-ID: <20051101142959.ZBZA23474.simmts7-srv.bellnexxia.net@CLARE>
Sust-marians,
On October 19, GPI Atlantic released its latest report, The Energy Accounts
for the Nova Scotia Genuine Progress Index. This 400-page report, which
took two full years of research to complete, is the first in-depth study of
the sustainability of Nova Scotia's energy system and represents one of the
most comprehensive assessments of energy ever compiled for the province. It
answers the vital question - Is Nova Scotia's energy system sustainable? The
report addresses highly topical issues including energy prices,
affordability, reliability, and security; the health and environmental
impacts of energy use; and government investment in energy. The report
findings will certainly be cited in the upcoming Nova Scotia Power rate
hearings.
The full report, executive summary, press package and media clippings are
available for download, free of charge, from GPI Atlantic's website,
www.gpiatlantic.org.
Clare Levin
GPI Atlantic
(902) 489-2524
clevin at gpiatlantic.org
www.gpiatlantic.org
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From: hailey8ross at yahoo.ca (hailey ross)
Date: Wed, 2 Nov 2005 09:02:06 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] The Future of Food
Message-ID: <20051102140206.41546.qmail@web32814.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
TODAY at 7pm
Dalhousie Student Union Building, Rm 224
a film by: Deborah Koons Garcia
The Future of Food
An in-depth look at the controversy over genetically modifies foods
Suggested Donation: $5
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From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Sat Nov 5 12:14:36 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul A Falvo)
Date: Sat, 5 Nov 2005 13:14:36 -0400 (AST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] CAN-BIKE meeting 9 Nov 05
Message-ID:
Bicycle Nova Scotia and Health Promotion are pleased to invite you or your
representative to an information meeting to discuss CAN ?BIKE.
Date: Wednesday November 9, 2005
Time: 2:00 ? 4:00 pm
Location: Sport Nova Scotia Administration Center
5516 Spring Garden Road, 2nd floor
The Canadian Cycling Association's CAN-BIKE program is a series of courses
on all aspects of cycling safely and enjoyably on the road. The orientation
is toward recreational and utilitarian use of the bicycle rather than toward
competition.
Leading the discussion will be Barb Wentworth, Bicycle Safety Planner, City
of Toronto.
Ms. Wentworth is a National Examiner for the program and is a member of the
National Committee and she has agreed to assist us with looking at the
CAN-BIKE Program and how we can re-introduce it into our Province and
Atlantic Canada.
Please RSVP to ike Whitehead (902) 425-5454 ext 316 or via email staff
@bicycle.ns.ca
ike Whitehead
Administrator
Bicycle Nova Scotia
Tel. (902) 425-5454 ext 316
Fax. (902) 425-5606
Email: staff at bicycle.ns.ca
From amelia.clarke at mail.mcgill.ca Mon Nov 7 13:02:51 2005
From: amelia.clarke at mail.mcgill.ca (Amelia Clarke)
Date: Mon, 7 Nov 2005 14:02:51 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Habitat JAM
Message-ID: <000301c5e3c5$789f3790$6400a8c0@facultyl16bchg>
Dear sust mar
While I am still not quite sure how an online "jam" works, it looks
like the Habitat Jam will be worth registering for. It is going to be a
3-day (Dec 1 - 3) online discussion that you can participate in at any
point over the 3 days. Both Elizabeth May and I are involved as part of
the Environmental Sustainability in Cities stream. There are other
streams related to water, slums, governance, etc. For more information,
you can read the information below, or just go directly to
www.habitatjam.com .
- Amelia Clarke
President, Sierra Club of Canada
Amelia Clarke thought you might be interested in registering to
participate in an unprecedented online global conversation about the
future of our cities - The Habitat JAM - December 1-3, 2005.
Unprecedented global event: Tens of thousands of world citizens unite
online to debate urban sustainability issues December 1 - 3, 2005
Habitat JAM, an unprecedented online global dialogue on urban
sustainability, will be held for 72 hours from 1 - 3 December, 2005.
Sponsored by the Government of Canada, in partnership with
UN-HABITAT and IBM, the Habitat JAM promises to engage, empower and
stimulate tens of thousands of global citizens, rich and less fortunate
alike, with the ultimate goal of turning ideas into action on critical
issues related to urban sustainability.
Under the leadership of the Honourable Joe Fontana, Minister of
Labour and Housing, the Government of Canada is taking a highly
innovative approach by investing in global sustainability and funding
Habitat JAM. "Canada is pleased to partner with UN-HABITAT and IBM to
introduce this experimental form of problem solving - a dialogue that
cuts across the borders and silos of politics, culture, economics,
social class and expertise, to extract concrete solutions to the urgent
and controversial issues facing our rapidly urbanizing planet. The
Government of Canada is proud to host this event because Canada
recognizes the enormous impact of urbanization on the sustainability of
the planet."
The Habitat JAM is a preparatory event to the third session of the
World Urban Forum being held in Vancouver in June 2006. The World Urban
Forum is an initiative of the United Nations Settlements Program
(UN-HABITAT) held every two years to debate ideas and issues about
sustainable development in today's context of rapid urbanization. Topics
for discussion will include improving the lives of people living in
slums, access to water, environmental sustainability, safety and
security, finance and governance, and the future of our cities.
"We live in an increasingly urban world which is unfortunately
divided between the North and the South. What is worse is that in most
cities, wherever they are, people are forced to live in divided cities.
Cities in developing countries are suffering from problems associated
with rapid urbanization, which has led to over one billion people living
in slums without adequate shelter and basic services. In developed
countries, citizens suffer from the effects of ill-planned cities and
environmental degradation. At the heart of this crisis is a failure to
consult and to allow the full participation of ordinary people in the
development of the city. It is my hope that innovative technologies
associated with Habitat JAM will help bring people closer together to
plan and develop truly human settlements," adds Dr. Anna Tibaijuka,
Executive Director, UN-HABITAT.
The Habitat JAM will bring together academics and students, planners
and builders, politicians, governments, the private sector and ordinary
citizens from across the globe in real time, all contributing ideas and
expertise during the 72-hour global problem-solving session. Moderators
will include government leaders, renowned experts, and key thinkers.
To ensure the most inclusive event possible, grass root
organizations, institutions, women, youth groups and non-governmental
organizations (NGOs) are helping to bring people to the technology who
might otherwise not have access or opportunity to share their
experiences and ideas with others around the world. To name just a few
examples, the Habitat JAM is teaming with the:
- World Bank Institute to offer access to many of their
satellite-based
Global Development Learning Network (GDLN) to enable people
living in
regions with inadequate or no Internet access to participate in
the
Habitat JAM.
- Huairou Commission and GROOTS Canada to bring the voice of
non-English speaking women into the Habitat JAM.
- World Urban Forum and Youth Organizing Committee (WUFY) who will
hold
over a dozen World Urban Cafe JAM Sessions to engage communities
in
slums and impoverished human settlements in Asia, Africa, India
and
Latin America.
In hosting and providing the technology for the JAM, IBM is enabling
this innovative democratic process where, without hierarchy, people from
all walks of life have the opportunity to come together to present and
evaluate ideas on how to solve a focused set of issues or problems. "IBM
has used JAMs internally to involve employees in over 75 countries to
collaborate in real time on the company's values and then to develop
pragmatic solutions and best practices around growth and innovation,"
said Irving Wladawsky-Berger, Vice President of Technical Strategy and
Innovation, IBM. "JAMs enable a kind of mass collaboration and
problem-solving that has simply never before been possible on a global
scale. This is innovation that matters for the world."
For additional information on Habitat JAM and to register for the
event, visit http://www.habitatjam.com .
Media Inquiries
Maryse Cardin
maryse.cardin at habitatjam.com
1-604-684-1263
Toll free: 1-866-684-1263
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From slabchuk at isn.net Wed Nov 9 12:39:34 2005
From: slabchuk at isn.net (Sharon Labchuk)
Date: Wed, 09 Nov 2005 13:39:34 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Green Party talk in Halifax
Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20051109133619.02c5e5d0@mailer.isn.net>
Green Party of Canada Leader Jim Harris will be speaking in Halifax,
Wednesday November 16 at 6:30 PM
Dalhousie Weldon Law Building
6061 University Avenue, Room 104.
This will also be the launch of the new Halifax Federal Green Party Association.
Reception to follow. Everyone welcome. More info 850-2171
From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Sat Nov 5 12:30:19 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul A Falvo)
Date: Sat, 5 Nov 2005 13:30:19 -0400 (AST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] Charlottetown Transit
Message-ID:
Something new on the Island ...
http://www.city.charlottetown.pe.ca/residents/transit_routes.cfm
.....P
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From MLwhite at eastlink.ca Sat Nov 12 08:38:17 2005
From: MLwhite at eastlink.ca (CUSO Atlantic)
Date: Sat, 12 Nov 2005 09:38:17 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] CUSO in Fredericton
Message-ID: <002a01c5e78e$56da0c30$d5d0e018@cusoxphlfx1>
Please distribute.
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From greenspi at web.ca Thu Nov 10 12:23:58 2005
From: greenspi at web.ca (angela bischoff)
Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 12:23:58 -0500
Subject: [Sust-mar] Cycle and Recycle Calendar 2006
Message-ID:
Get your copy now of the...
Cycle & Recycle Calendar 2006
a fundraiser for the The Tooker Gomberg Activist Fund
A network of cycling & recycling advocates (a dozen non-profits from
the UK, US & Canada including the Tooker Gomberg Activist Fund) has
published a new "Cycle & Recycle" wall calendar, reusable in the
years 2017 and 2023 when the 2006 calendar comes around again.
The 11" X 17" wall calendar features more than 30 remarkable color
photos, along with provocative quotes, illustrations and postage
stamps throughout. Designed by Lisa Katarynick, the calendar conveys
a bicycle culture without borders - from the streets of Buffalo,
Philadelphia, Toronto, York & Beijing to remote, near mystical
landscapes of Czech, Greece, the Netherlands, Uganda & Vietnam.
Several new initiatives are highlighted, such as wind energy, farmers
markets and sustainable mobility.
Calendars retail for $15 (Can.) and are available in Canada at the
following locations:
Edmonton: Earth's General Store, 10832 Whyte Ave.
Toronto: Grassroots, 372 Danforth Ave or 408 Bloor St. W.
Ottawa: Citizens for Safe Cycling, #504, 251 Bank St.
Montreal: JR Bikes, 151 Rachel St. E.
Halifax: Ecology Action Centre, 1568 Argyle St.
Nelson BC: Still Eagle, 557 Ward St.
Alternatively, they can be ordered by mail ($15 plus $3 shipping,
cheque or cash only) from:
Tooker Gomberg Activist Fund
273 Concord Ave.
Toronto, ON M6H 2B4
Bulk orders are also available.
For more info contact Angela: greenspi at web.ca, or ph. 416 538-7413
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From info at acic-caci.org Tue Nov 15 07:27:02 2005
From: info at acic-caci.org (ACIC)
Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 08:27:02 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Ethical Images - Events Across Atlantic Canada
Message-ID:
THE SOUTH THROUGH THE NORTHERN EYE
Understanding how images of the South influence public perception
The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) has launched an
exciting campaign to engage Atlantic Canadians on issues surrounding the use
of images portraying the developing world. "The South through the Northern
Eye" will raise awareness about the misperceptions promoted by typical
portrayals of the developing world in the media and by the advertising
campaigns of international NGOs. It will also increase awareness about
global poverty, and highlight the linkages that this issue presents between
the North and the South.
Throughout November, workshops and panel discussions will be held across
Atlantic Canada to stimulate discussion, reflection, and action on the use
of images depicting the developing world. A photo competition will be
launched in November and Atlantic Canadians, Atlantic NGOs, and their
Southern partners will be encouraged to enter their own ethical images of
the developing world. Winning entries will be awarded great prizes and be
featured in a photography exhibit that will travel the region in February
2006.
Through this campaign, ACIC hopes to encourage the media and NGOs to think
critically about the images they currently use, to understand the impact
that these images have on public perceptions, and to make more ethical
choices in their representation of the developing world. We will also engage
the public to develop a more critical eye with which to view the images they
are presented with and raise their awareness about the complexity of issues
facing the developing world.
Please see below for details on upcoming events in your province. Please
circulate this information among your own networks.
For more information please visit:
http://www.acic-caci.org/projects/ethicalimages/index.html or contact
Jessica Dubelaar at info at acic-caci.org or (902) 431-2311.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
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NOVA SCOTIA
For further details on events in Nova Scotia, or to register to attend,
please contact Tara Ward or Caren Weisbart at (902) 422-6688,
ethical_images at yahoo.ca
Workshop: How Poverty Issues in the Global South are Represented in Nova
Scotia
Date: Saturday, November 19, 2005
Time: 9:00 am ? 5:00 pm
Location: Trailer Board Room, Nova Scotia Community College, 5685 Leeds
Street, Halifax, NS
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PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
For further details on events in Prince Edward Island, or to register to
attend, please contact Sharon Labchuk at (902) 621-0719, slabchuk at isn.net
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - Understanding how images of
the South influence public perception
Date: Monday, November 21, 2005
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Location: Basilica Recreation Centre, 200 Richmond Street, Charlottetown,
PEI
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NEW BRUNSWICK
For further details on events in New Brunswick, or to register to attend,
please contact Jenn Carpenter at (506) 462-3177,
fredericton.y.ila at nb.aibn.com
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Wednesday, November 23, 2005
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Moncton YMCA, 30 War Veterans Avenue, Moncton, NB
Details: This workshop is designed for organisations and institutions
working in the field of international development.
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NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
For further details on events in Newfoundland and Labrador, or to register
to attend, please contact Neil Tilley or Pat Hann at (709) 579-8950,
phann at extensionco-op.nf.net or chejnt at web.net
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Avalon Gateway at the Business Centre in Dunville (Placentia), NL
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Location: College of the North Atlantic, Stephenville, NL
Workshop: The South through the Northern Eye - How images of the South
influence public perception
Date: Wednesday, December 7, 2005
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Memorial University, Division of Community Health, Faculty of
Medicine, St. John's, NL
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Atlantic Council for International Cooperation /
Conseil atlantique pour la coop?ration internationale
PO Box 27025, 5595 Fenwick Street
Halifax, NS/N.-?. Canada, B3H 4M8
Tel/T?l: (902) 431-2311 Fax/T?l?c: (902) 431-2311
E-mail/Courriel: info at acic-caci.org
http://www.acic-caci.org
From eddie.oldfield at nb.lung.ca Wed Nov 16 08:48:37 2005
From: eddie.oldfield at nb.lung.ca (Eddie Oldfield)
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2005 09:48:37 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Please RSVP - Nov 22 Public Health and Mapping Workshop
Message-ID:
Dear Madam / Sir:
The New Brunswick Lung Association is holding a workshop on Tuesday,
November 22, at the WU Center, in Fredericton. The preliminary agenda is
attached. This workshop will focus on enabling public health professionals
to respond to chronic and infectious diseases with decision-support
technology - in particular, we will examine the role of web-based mapping
for disease tracking, emergency response and health care planning.
Cross-linkages with public safety and environment will also be explored.
The event is free, and lunch will be served. A description of the workshop
is included below.
Please RSVP with me: eddie.oldfield at nb.lung.ca, OR by phone: 506-455-8961
ext 113
For a map and directions, please visit: http://wucentre.unb.ca/map.php
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely,
Eddie Oldfield
New Brunswick Lung Association
(506) 455-8961 ext 113
***
In this day and age of Hurricanes, flooding, potential pandemics (e.g. Avian
Flu), and other natural or man-made disasters, public health organizations
are under increasing stress to offer adequate response and mitigate health
concerns.
To assist public health professionals in dealing with chronic and infectious
diseases, and responding to health emergencies, the New Brunswick Lung
Association is hosting a public health workshop on November 22, at the WU
Center, in Fredericton. The focus of this workshop will be to examine the
role of web-based mapping to support evidence-based decision making, monitor
and anticipate population health needs, and to enhance disease surveillance.
**see below
This workshop will bring together professionals across public health, public
safety and environment disciplines, to explore challenges and opportunities
for enhancing evidence-based decision-making through web-based mapping
technology. The New Brunswick Lung Association was funded by GeoConnections
(Government of Canada) to develop this workshop and engage public health
professionals to participate. The Public Health Agency of Canada will also
be speaking at this workshop.
Please feel free to extend an invitation to colleagues.
The event is free. We will be serving lunch and coffee breaks.
There will be a series of presentations in the morning followed by a
facilitated group discussion where participants will be able to provide
input on priority areas. The inputs will be useful for guiding a
provincial strategy for web-mapping. Finally, these inputs will help to
guide
the Lung Association in the next phase of development of its web-mapping
health
portal www.nb.lung.ca/mapping.
** As a public health professional, imagine responding to priority health
issues with instant access to:
? maps highlighting a disease outbreak, and tracking its spread within
a
community;
? wildlife and domestic animal information useful for predicting
vectors of
potential spread to human communities;
? air quality and climatic data (both archival and projected up to 100
years) to monitor correlations between bad air quality days / high
temperature days and hospital admissions - in order to alert patients with
respiratory conditions and to plan for appropriate hospital
staffing/resources;
? statistics and other information for evidence-based decision-making,
based
on the type of outbreak, the rate of infection, and the population density
of an area;
? applications that enable you to share information in real-time with
other
jurisdictions and to collaborate on response efforts;
? systems that enable you to store an share information knowing that
privacy
safeguards are in place.
More background documentation summarizing GIS applications in public health
is available upon request.
From asrts at ecologyaction.ca Thu Nov 17 14:15:08 2005
From: asrts at ecologyaction.ca (Janet Barlow)
Date: Thu, 17 Nov 2005 15:15:08 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Walking on the Rise in NS Schools
Message-ID: <000501c5ebab$39b95770$6701a8c0@ASRTS2>
For Immediate Release
November 16, 2005
Walking on the rise in NS Schools
Walking is a growing trend at schools across Nova Scotia. Since it was first
celebrated in the province, the number of schools participating in
International Walk to School Week has soared from nine in 2001 to 137 in
2005.
"It was wonderful to see the tremendous response from schools this year,"
says Janet Barlow, Coordinator of Active & Safe Routes to School. "It's
exciting to think one-third of our schools participated province-wide -
that's a lot of schools."
International Walk to School Week is an initiative of Active & Safe Routes
to School, a program promoting the use of active modes of transportation to
school. This includes walking, cycling, wheel chairing, etc.
The annual event took place this year from October 3 to 7. Over 30,000
students walked or wheeled to school or took part in walking activities at
school. Many school staff, parents and community members also put their best
foot forward. Schools across Canada participated in the event, joining 36
countries world-wide.
"It didn't matter whether the schools had a lot of walking students or
bussing students," says Barlow. "They all recognized the need for more
physical activity, for fewer cars being driven to school and for more
traffic safety awareness."
Four NS schools won prizes for their participation. Princess Margaret Rose
Elementary School in Truro won a national award of $500 from Go for Green
along with a banner and prizes for each student.
Carleton Consolidated School in Carleton won a bike rack from Timbertec Inc.
and a banner from Go for Green. Mount Edward School in Dartmouth won 3M TM
Scotchlite TM Reflective Material armbands* for all students. Seton
Elementary in North Sydney won a Teaching About Climate Change book from
Green Teacher and an Ecology Action Centre membership.
For their generous prize donations, Active & Safe Routes to School thanks Go
for Green, Timbertec Inc., 3M and Green Teacher.
Active & Safe Routes to School is a national Go for Green program
coordinated in Nova Scotia by the Ecology Action Centre in partnership with
Nova Scotia Health Promotion.
-30-
Photos are available upon request.
For more information contact Janet Barlow at:
(902) 442-5055 or asrts at ecologyaction.ca
*3M and Scotchlite are trademarks of 3M used under license in Canada
Janet Barlow
Active & Safe Routes to School Coordinator
asrts at ecologyaction.ca
Tel: (902) 442-5055
Fax: (902) 422-6410
Ecology Action Centre
1568 Argyle St., Suite 31
Halifax, NS B3J 2B3
www.ecologyaction.ca/asrts
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Are you a member of the EAC? We need your
support to continue our work! Please join,
renew or donate today. Call (902) 429-2202
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From info at acic-caci.org Tue Nov 15 14:28:05 2005
From: info at acic-caci.org (ACIC)
Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 15:28:05 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Atlantic Photography Competition - November 15 -
December 15, 2005
Message-ID:
Send us Photos!
Ethical Images Project: The South Through the Northern Eye
Atlantic Photography Competition - November 15 - December 15, 2005
The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) is pleased to
announce a one-month photography competition starting today, November 15
with a deadline of December 15, 2005. This competition is one element of a
public awareness campaign entitled "Ethical Images: The South Through the
Northern Eye" and complements a series of speaker engagements and public
workshops aimed at increasing awareness within the NGO community, the media,
and among the general public of the ethical issues surrounding how we, the
North, use images to portray developing or Southern countries.
Background:
While the intention behind most images is often to raise awareness of
poverty or crisis and to elicit a sympathetic response, an unintended result
is the perpetuation of harmful stereotypes that misrepresent the people of
the South. To address these concerns, ACIC is collaborating with member
organizations, media outlets, universities, and community groups to develop
long-term strategies for increasing public awareness of international
cooperation and poverty issues. This will lead to increased awareness about
issues of stereotypes, objectification, and the "us vs. them" dichotomy
thinking in regards to the South. Ultimately, we hope to create a better
understanding of why we should avoid the following:
- images/messages that generalize and mask the diversity of situations;
- images/messages that fuel prejudice;
- images/messages that foster a sense of Northern superiority; and
- images/messages that show people as hopeless objects for our pity, rather
than as equal partners in action and development
(from CCIC's Code of Ethics)
Atlantic Canadians, and Southern partners working with Atlantic Canadian
NGOs, are invited to submit their own ethical images of the South, in both
print and digital format. A committee will jury the photos on December 20th.
Winning photographs will be presented to the public through a variety of
means that may include: the ACIC web site, postcards, billboards around the
Atlantic region, and most importantly in "The South Through the Northern
Eye" Exhibition, a photography exhibition scheduled to tour a number of
rural and urban venues this winter. Our goal is to reach Atlantic Canadians,
raising awareness about global poverty and highlighting the commonalities
that exist between the North and the South as well as to credit the winners
for their contribution to our visual landscape.
Check the ACIC web site for contest rules, agreements and a description of
project aims.
http://www.acic-caci.org/projects/ethicalimages/competition.html
Then send photographic submissions to:
ACIC-CACI - Photo
PO Box 27025,
5595 rue Fenwick St.
Halifax, NS/N-?
Canada,
B3H 4M8
Contact:
Liz MacDougall, EI Campaign Organizer
events at acic-caci.org
(902) 444-4154
http://www.acic-caci.org/projects/ethicalimages
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - -
The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) is a coalition of
individuals, organizations, and institutions working in the Atlantic region,
which are committed to achieving global sustainability in a peaceful and
healthy environment, with social justice, human dignity, and participation
for all.
ACIC supports its members in international cooperation and education through
collective leadership, networking, information exchange, training and
coordination, and by representing their interests when dealing with
government and others.
ACIC also takes a leadership role in engaging Atlantic Canadians around
issues relating to international development, global sustainability, and
social justice. Through our public engagement work, ACIC strives to give
Atlantic Canadians the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to become
active global citizens.
From juniper at chebucto.ns.ca Fri Nov 18 12:09:10 2005
From: juniper at chebucto.ns.ca (Jennifer Melanson)
Date: Fri, 18 Nov 2005 13:09:10 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Atlantic Regional Solidarity Network (ARSN) weekend!
Message-ID: <437DD276.14919.D6284D@localhost>
Connect - Inform - Examine - Inspire - Reflect
Atlantic Region Solidarity Network (ARSN) 2005
New Visions for Canada and the Americas
Dec. 2-4, Tatamagouche Centre, Tatamagouche NS.
Join others concerned with Canada's role in Latin America in
examining alternative visions of solidarity.
Themes to be covered include:
Venezuela's "revolution for the poor" - supporting an alternative for
the Americas
Canadian imperialism in the mining sector
Canada's undermining of democracy in Haiti
Rethinking solidarity: new visions and actions
And more......
Costs: Registration $15, Food and Accommodation $120 (+ HST),
billeting and alternate arrangements available to lower costs.
Childcare available on request (registration must be received by the
deadline).
Registration Form on the ARSN website
For more information: www.arsn.ca / or contact Ramsey Hart (506) 538-
1066 ramsey at arsn.ca
From slabchuk at isn.net Sun Nov 20 12:25:01 2005
From: slabchuk at isn.net (Sharon Labchuk)
Date: Sun, 20 Nov 2005 13:25:01 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Last Chance Dinner
Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20051120132450.02c91380@mailer.isn.net>
PEI YES COALITION
PRESENTS
LAST CHANCE DINNER AND FORUM
It's decision time on the Mixed member proportional electoral model - MMP. Join us for dinner and a forum discussion about the MMP model proposed for PEI. We want you to vote YES at this November 28 Plebiscite. We want to hear your questions and share why we think MMP is the best option for Islanders.
F0RUM MEMBERS
Adriene Carr - leader of the Green Party of British Columbia
Mark Greenan - PEI Yes Coalition Coordinator
Jeannie Lea - former Liberal cabinet member and founding member of Every Vote Counts
Moderator - Rob MacLean
When: Friday November 25 at 7:30 pm
Where: Loyalist Inn, Summerside
Cost: $25, with any proceeds donated to Summerside Generation XX.
Tickets are limited and must be reserved in advance. Call 436-9664.
Vegetarian option available.
Participate.
Hear for yourself.
Be informed.
Decide with facts.
Ask questions.
www.peivoteyes.com
Mark Greenan, coordinator - 315-0157
From ouzo at meowmail.com Mon Nov 21 09:30:38 2005
From: ouzo at meowmail.com (Eileen Hurst)
Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2005 06:30:38 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] biodiesel and veggie oil workshop
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From karenminer at hotmail.com Mon Nov 21 16:59:57 2005
From: karenminer at hotmail.com (Karen Miner)
Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2005 17:59:57 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] TransFair Canada job opportunity - Executive Director
Message-ID:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ** FAIR TRADE ORGANIZATION
TransFair Canada (www.transfair.ca) is a national not-for-profit
organization whose mission is to alleviate poverty and improve the
livelihood of developing world farmers and workers. TransFair Canada seeks
an Executive Director to lead the organization as it embarks on an ambitious
strategic business plan.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have demonstrated achievements in business development
- Excel in an "entrepreneurial NGO" environment
- Have achieved success in the financial management of a small organization
- Have knowledge of certification systems and procedures
- Have experience in international development & fundraising
- Be bilingual.
Compensation: $42-52K plus generous benefits.
Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a short statement of
personal values (the latter in the alternate French/English language versus
the letter & CV) by electronic mail only to hr at transfair.ca. Applications
are due by 5:00 pm EST on Fri. Dec. 2nd.
From natalie at clean.ns.ca Wed Nov 23 08:54:05 2005
From: natalie at clean.ns.ca (Natalie MacLellan)
Date: Wed, 23 Nov 2005 09:54:05 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] Christmas Memberships
Message-ID: <002101c5f035$5e3e47c0$6500a8c0@CNS218>
Bright Idea for Christmas!
Christmas Gift Membership Packages
Give the gift that gives back: a Clean Nova Scotia membership!
Individual - $30 The member will receive a Membership Certificate and a CNS
Tote filled with environmental inspiration! A charitable tax receipt will be
issued for $24.
Family Package - $50 Package includes the CNS Tote, 2 CNS lunch bags and a
Family Membership Certificate. A charitable tax receipt will be issued for
$35.
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLE - Act now!
Contact:
Charlene Boyce-Young
Communications Coordinator
424-4161
Or
Natalie MacLellan
Educational Resources Coordinator
420-6597
Email: cns at clean.ns.ca
www.clean.ns.ca
From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Fri Nov 25 08:39:16 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul Falvo)
Date: Fri, 25 Nov 2005 13:39:16 +0000
Subject: [Sust-mar] BBC E-mail: Prince's plea over climate change
Message-ID: <20051125_133916_026358.pfalvo@chebucto.ns.ca>
Paul Falvo saw this story on BBC News Online and thought you
should see it.
** Prince's plea over climate change **
Prince Charles tells the BBC climate change should be regarded as "the greatest challenge" facing mankind.
< http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/1/hi/uk/4380658.stm >
** BBC Daily E-mail **
Choose the news and sport headlines you want - when you want them, all
in one daily e-mail
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The BBC is not responsible for the content of this e-mail, and anything written in this e-mail does not necessarily reflect the BBC's views or opinions. Please note that neither the e-mail address nor name of the sender have?been verified.
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From p2 at planetfriendly.net Fri Nov 25 15:26:07 2005
From: p2 at planetfriendly.net (GoodWork Canada)
Date: Fri, 25 Nov 2005 15:26:07 -0500
Subject: [Sust-mar] Marine Conservation Coord., Ecology Action Centre, f/t,
Halifax, Dec 20 deadline
Message-ID: <200511252026.jAPKQ7XL019317@newdelhi.flora.ca>
[as posted to GoodWork http://www.GoodWorkCanada.ca ]
[plus topical links and resources, below - ed ]
Marine Conservation Coordinator
Ecology Action Centre http://www.ecologyaction.ca
Marine Issues Committee http://www.ecologyaction.ca/marine_issues/marine_issues.shtm
Date posted to GoodWork: Nov 25, 2005
Application deadline: Dec 20, 2005
Start date: January 2006
Location: Halifax NS, Canada
The Ecology Action Centre (EAC), established in 1971,
is a membership-based organization working on a range
of conservation issues. The Centre has achieved or been
involved with many significant environmental gains
over the years including the establishment of recycling
programs, reduction in the use of pesticides, protection
of terrestrial and marine areas, and the advancement of
sustainable transportation policy and practices. The Centre
engages in research, education, demonstration projects and
advocacy to achieve its goals. Our emphasis has been on
collaboration and engagement with a wide array of resource
users in particular fishing organizations.
The EAC's Marine Issues Committee (MIC) promotes
marine conservation and sustainable ocean-based
livelihoods. The Committee works on fisheries, in
particular the impacts of dragging, consumer awareness of
sustainable seafood, impacts of petroleum exploration and
drilling, and marine biological invasions. The Committee
hosted the First International Symposium on Deep Sea
Corals, launched a legal challenge against dragging,
initiated the first saltmarsh restoration project in Atlantic
Canada, hastened the regulation of ballast water and
generally raised awareness amongst Nova Scotians
about fisheries and ocean issues.
MIC is seeking an individual with the skills and motivation
to identify opportunities and pursue them. The focus would
be on advancing sustainable fisheries policy and practices.
The successful candidate would play the lead role in
advancing fisheries management measures that encourage
environmental protection and sustainable and equitable use
of ocean resources.
The Marine Conservation Coordinator will build upon past
work of MIC, including the Oceans Zoning Workshop held
in 2004 and research and advocacy on the impacts of
dragging on the sea floor. The Coordinator would
participate in fisheries and integrated management
initiatives as well as work with ocean users across Nova
Scotia and Atlantic Canada who are keen to implement
ocean conservation measures. The Coordinator would work
closely with the Marine Coordinator and the Marine Issues
Committee and assume responsibility for building the
marine team at EAC.
Scope of Work
* Identify and build on existing opportunities to advance
protection and sustainable use of the oceans
* Work with fishing organizations and other ocean users to
encourage zoning and other conservation measures through
integrated management meetings and other fora
* Attend and participate in fisheries and ocean science and
management meetings
* Work with volunteers to develop projects and build
capacity of the Marine Issues Committee
* Work with the Marine Coordinator on national and
international sustainable fisheries campaigns
Desired Skills
* Enjoy working with a wide range of people to identify,
promote and implement win-win solutions
* Have a background in marine science or policy,
particularly with respect to Atlantic Canada fisheries
* Great people skills including ability to work with industry
and government
* Experience and competence in negotiation around natural
resource management
* Familiarity or experience with marine mapping an asset
* Experience on the water an asset
* Experience with a non-governmental or community based
organizations
* Writing for a public and government audiences
* Experience in public speaking and campaign coordination
an asset.
The individual would work with the Marine Coordinator
and the Marine Issues Committee of EAC.
Salary: $36,000 plus benefits
Start date: January 2006
Job Term: 18 months with options for continuation
TO APPLY:
Please send your curriculum vitae and covering letter to
Mark Butler, Ecology Action Centre, 1568 Argyle St.,
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 2B3 or fax: 902-422-6410 or
action at ecologyaction.ca Only successful candidates will
be contacted. For more information call 902-429-5287 or
http://www.ecologyaction.ca
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
[GoodWork Editor adds... topical links, resources & opportunities:
Ecology Action Centre
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/
Marine Issues - Ecology Action Centre
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/marine_issues/marine_issues.shtm
~~~~~
Aquatic and Marine Issues & Ecosystems - links, organizations
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/marine_issues/mic_links.shtm
http://directory.google.com/Top/Science/Biology/Ecology/Aquatic_Ecology/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine
Sustainable Fisheries
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overfishing
Water
http://www.thegreenpages.ca/web_resources/wtr/default.asp
http://directory.google.com/Top/Science/Environment/Water_Resources/
~~~~~
Halifax, Nova Scotia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halifax
http://directory.google.ca/Top/Regional/North_America/Canada/Nova_Scotia/Localities/H/Halifax/
Nova Scotia Environmental Groups & Organizations
http://www.ecologyaction.ca/
http://www.web.net/~nsen/membership/membership2.html
http://www.chebucto.ns.ca/Environment/EnvCCN.shtml
http://www.chebucto.ns.ca/Environment/SCN/CommLink/
http://listingsca.com/Nova-Scotia/Science_and_Humanities/Environment/
http://www.gov.ns.ca/greenweb/
Businesses http://www.ecologyaction.ca/gifts.shtm (at right)
and across Canada http://www.planetfriendly.net/ecoportal.html
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From TLORINCZ at DAL.CA Fri Nov 25 17:06:23 2005
From: TLORINCZ at DAL.CA (Tamara Lorincz)
Date: Fri, 25 Nov 2005 18:06:23 -0400
Subject: [Sust-mar] 8 excellent events and resources - please scroll through
and circulate!
Message-ID: <20051125180623.54sv1x0gwi00g404@my2.dal.ca>
8 excellent events and resources - please scroll through and circulate!
(1)
"WAL-MART: The High Cost of Low Price" takes you behind the glitz and into the
real lives of workers and their families, business owners and their
communities, in an extraordinary journey that will challenge the way you think,
feel... and shop. SPECIAL SCREENING DETAILS
Where: Scotiabank Theatre, Sobey Building
Saint Mary?s University
When: Wed. Nov. 30, 2005 ? 7:00 p.m.
Free Admission
(2)
The Students Coailtion Agianst War will be holding a free public film screening
of the new documentary POISON DUST on TUESDAY NOV. 29th at 8pm at the ONE WORLD
CAFE (corner of West and Agricola) all are welcome, the event is free and there
will be free coffee and popcorn. see you there!
WHAT IS POISON DUST?
poision dust is a documetary about the effects of DEPLETED URANIUM weapons on
both civilians and soldiers throughout both American invasions of Iraq. this
documetary has just been released and is the follow up to te film "metal of
dishonour"
During the current Iraq War the U.S. use of radioactive Depleted Uranium weapons
increased from 375 tons used in 1991 to 2200 tons. Geiger counter readings at
sites in downtown Baghdad record radiation levels 1,000 and 2,000 times higher
than background radiation. The Pentagon has bombed, occupied, tortured and
contaminated Iraq. Millions of Iraqis are affected. Over one million U.S.
soldiers have rotated into Iraq. Today, half of the 697,000 U.S. Gulf War
troops from the 1991 war have reported serious medical problems and a
significant increase in birth defects among their newborn children.
The effects on the Iraqi population are far greater. Many other countries and
U.S. communities near DU weapons plants, testing facilities, bases and arsenals
have also been exposed to this radioactive material which has a half-life of
4.4 billions years
Speaking Out Against War In All Its Forms Worldwide
WWW.SCAW.CA
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Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs Presents Ethics, Values and
Business Success ? Bill Black
Recent research has found that firms that orient themselves around shared,
positive values are more successful. Bill Black, former CEO of Maritime Life,
is one business leader who successfully practiced such a positive, values
oriented approach, and is widely recognized for his achievements. Mr. Black
will be sharing his insights on the relationship of ethics, values and business
success at a CCEPA breakfast session Friday December 2, 2005 - 7:30-9:30 AM, at
the Delta Halifax. The cost is $30.00. For more information please visit
http://www.ccepa.ca/news-ethics_values_business_success.html or call 428-4731
to reserve a seat.
Kimberly Williams, Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs (CCEPA) 630
Francklyn Street Halifax, NS B3H 3B4 Telephone: 428-4731 Fax: 428-4776
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Walk Against Warming / Walk for Mother Earth
(March mondiale pour le climat!)
Saturday, December 3
1pm
Victoria Park (corner of South Park St. & Spring Garden Rd.)
March and Rally in Halifax for International Day of Action on Climate Change
Organized by Sierra Club Atlantic Chapter, Ecology Action Centre and the Nova
Scotia Environmental Network. There will be great speakers and entertainment!
Drummers, Raging Grannies, Gaia Singers (tentatively), and much more! Bring
your umbrella and a noisemaker!
Check out: http://www.globalclimatecampaign.org/index-en.shtml
AND: http://www.3dec2005.org/
This event falls at the mid-point of climate change/Kyoto negotiations that will
be taking place in Montreal (COP11/MOP1) - the whole world will be watching
what happens in Canada re: climate change. Thousands of people around the world
will be on the street that day urging leaders to take action on climate change
- join us! PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD AND COME OUT!
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In case you did not receive this invitation and would like to attend! For staff
and volunteers on non-profit environmental, international development and
social justice organizations:
The Nova Scotia Environmental Network (NSEN) is hosting a Community
Conversation on Wednesday, December 7 focused on the very interesting topic of
raising awareness about the role and contribution of the voluntary sector in
Canada as part of the national Voluntary Sector Awareness Project (VSAP). The
upcoming conversation will be held in the beautiful boardroom overlooking the
Northwest Arm at the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs (CCEPA), 630
Francklyn Street (Atlantic School of Theology Campus), on Wednesday, December 7
from 10:00 am to 2:00 PM. There will be an organic gourmet networking lunch and
fabulous draw prizes. The event is free, but space is limited. The background
paper for the Community Conversation is here:
http://www.imaginecanada.ca/page.asp?awareness_project Please RSVP by December
5 to ensure your spot by calling the NSEN office at 454-6846 or emailing
nsen at web.ca There are also limited travel subsidies available.
Tamara Lorincz
Coordinator of the Nova Scotia Environmental Network
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INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Intimate partner violence affects one woman in 12 in Nova Scotia, a number that
should be dropping but isn?t! Nov. 25 is the International Day for the
Elimination of Violence Against Women, the first of 16 Days of Action on Gender
Violence. It also marks the beginning of Nova Scotia?s 2005 Purple Ribbon
Campaign, an important awareness raising and fundraising campaign for
transition houses in the province. The Transition House Association of Nova
Scotia coordinates the Purple Ribbon Campaign in this province, and all
transition houses sell purple ribbons to raise much-needed funds. Transition
houses also plan event in their communities to raise awareness that violence
against women is still prevalent in Nova Scotia. The Advisory Council on the
Status of Women urges everyone to take part in a commemoration event on
December 6, and to support your local transition house by buying a purple
ribbon. If your organization is planning a December 6 event, let us know by
Nov. 30. We?ll share it with newsbytes readers and post it to our events web
site, www.gov.ns.ca/staw by Dec. 2.
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Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives - The Nova Scotia
Child Poverty Report Card 2005. You should check it out at
http://www.policyalternatives.ca/Reports/2005/11/ChildPoverty/index.cfm?pa=BB736455
(8) TV TIME:
CBC NEWS: CORRESPONDENT
(Sunday November 27 at 8pm ET/PT on CBC Newsworld)
THE AID WORKER: MOVING MOUNTAINS (PREMIERE)
The race is on in Pakistan to provide food and at least temporary shelter for
those left homeless by the October 8 earthquake before winter sets in. At the
centre of those efforts is a Canadian, Keith Ursel of the UN's World Food
Programme. Roads are blocked, bridges are gone while half a million people from
mountain villages struggle to survive.
The CBC's Paul Workman reports from Kashmir.
http://www.cbc.ca/correspondent/ CBC NEWS: THE PASSIONATE EYE
(Thursday December 1 at 9pm on CBC-TV)
TARGETS (PREMIERE)
More journalists have already died in Iraq than were killed in the entire
Vietman War. The war in Iraq has put the journalists covering it in an
impossibly perilous situation today. Never before have journalists themselves
become such a major target in a conflict. What has the war in Iraq done to
journalists? What has it done to the process of newsgathering? Award-winning
Iranian-Canadian filmmaker and war correspondent Maziar Bahari follows two
journalists and their heart-stopping stories of covering the war in
Iraq. http://www.cbc.ca/passionateeye/targets.html
From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Mon Nov 28 09:31:10 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul Falvo)
Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2005 14:31:10 +0000
Subject: [Sust-mar] BBC E-mail: Climate response risks to nature
Message-ID: <20051128_143110_087195.pfalvo@chebucto.ns.ca>
Paul Falvo saw this story on BBC News Online and thought you
should see it.
** Climate response risks to nature **
Some birds and animals are responding to climate change in ways which could put them at risk, research shows.
< http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/1/hi/sci/tech/4399792.stm >
** BBC Daily E-mail **
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From pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca Mon Nov 28 22:37:02 2005
From: pfalvo at chebucto.ns.ca (Paul A Falvo)
Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2005 23:37:02 -0400 (AST)
Subject: [Sust-mar] letter to premier re subsidies for cars
Message-ID:
Nothing in the queue today, so you are stuck with a lame letter from me.
Feel free to cc sust-mar on your letters to our elected leaders. I will
post them when space allows.
BTW, I got a disinterested reply that my letter was forwarded to the
Utility Review Board.
-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-
The Honourable Michael G. Baker, Q.C.
Acting Minister Transportation and Public Works
Via fax: (902) 424-0532
The Hon. Rodney J. Macdonald
Minister Tourism, Culture & Heritage
Via fax: (902) 424-4872
28 October 2005
Dear Minister Baker and Minister MacDonald:
I am glad your government decided not to further subsidise the purchase of
cars, even fuel efficient cars. A car-free taxpayer, my family already
pays for road construction and maintenance. We further subsidise car
owners by paying for the additional healthcare, police and other services
that the proliferation of private motor vehicles entails. So, I am
relieved that my family will not be further subsidising motorists.
How about tax credits and rebates for people who choose not to own a car
at all? That is much better for our environment than a fuel-efficient car.
Encouraging more people to be car-free would save the province a lot of
money. Imagine the savings of fewer roads to twin, less expensive highway
infrastructure and reduced need for healthcare (cleaner air, fewer
accidents and improved personal fitness).
If your government has a long term vision for encouraging people to move
around Nova Scotia in an environmentally responsible and healthy manner,
what about investing in and promoting public transit? My family had
ambitious vacation plans for discovering Nova Scotia's South Shore this
summer. Those plans came to an end when a Nova Scotia tourism agent told
us there is no longer bus service to the south shore. Later, we learned
that your agent misinformed us. But, it goes to show that public transit
is not a priority for the Nova Scotia government if even the tourism
agents who assist travelers do not know about bus services that are there.
Please make public transit a priority.
Wishing you all the best, I am,
Sincerely,
Paul A. Falvo
cc: Sustainable Maritimes email list
(http://list.web.net/lists/admin/sust-mar)
Mr. Howard Epstein, MLA Fax: (902) 429-6082
Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus Fax: (902) 424-0539
From kathysnow at hotmail.com Tue Nov 29 05:26:03 2005
From: kathysnow at hotmail.com (Kathy Snow)
Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2005 11:26:03 +0100
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