Greenspiration News: G8/G20 Convergence
Angela Bischoff
greenspi at web.ca
Wed Jun 9 23:27:23 EDT 2010
Greenspiration News
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UN urges global move to meat and dairy-free diet
Lesser consumption of animal products is necessary to save the world
from the worst impacts of climate change, UN report says
A global shift towards a vegan diet is vital to save the world from
hunger, fuel poverty and the worst impacts of climate change, a UN
report said today.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2010/jun/02/un-report-meat-free-diet
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Turning A Suburban Yard Into An Organic Farm
In this video, KVIE profiles Jules Dervaes, a man who has turned his
small suburban yard into a profitable organic farm. With the help of
his family, they now produce over 6,000 pounds of food annually on
their 1/10-acre land, though their goal is to hit 10,000 pounds. The
350 varieties of organic fruits and vegetables grown not only sustain
the Dervaes family, but the large surplus is sold to local restaurants
and catering companies.
Setting an example as to what's possible in city farming and
sustainability, the Dervaes family even makes their own bio-fuel for
their minimal vehicle usage.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/05/24/turning-a-suburban-yard-i_n_580038.html
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Gaza: investigate the raid, end the blockade
We call for an immediate, international investigation into the
flotilla assault, full accountability for those responsible, and the
lifting of the Gaza blockade.
Sign the petition: http://www.avaaz.org/en/gaza_flotilla_4/?vl
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G8/G20 CONVERGENCE IN CANADA
June 21 - 27, 2010
DAYS OF ACTION: 25-27 JUNE
Anti-Colonial People's Convergence with Rallies. Marches. Parties.
Forums. Autonomous, Creative and Fun Actions. Tent City.
In Toronto and across Turtle Island
http://g20.torontomobilize.org
SCHEDULE: http://g20.torontomobilize.org/schedule
GET INVOLVED: http://g20.torontomobilize.org/getinvolved
SUPPORT US: http://g20.torontomobilize.org/support
COMING TO TORONTO?: http://g20.torontomobilize.org/comingtotoronto
ALSO, 10 REASONS TO OPPOSE THE G8/G20
Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LguieJZFCUY
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtuMgh_kI1M
WANT TO FOLLOW G8/G20 NEWS?
http://g20.torontomobilize.org/g8g20news
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Government and media smear tactics tar protesters
By Linda McQuaig
Given the abysmal state of things -- with no progress on climate
change, financial markets still operating as unregulated casinos and
oil continuing to surge freely into the gulf -- it's not surprising
that many people feel the world is being poorly managed. Millions
respond by drifting into apathy or hedonistic consumerism.
But there are others who are so passionate about the fate of the Earth
that they feel compelled to do more than shop. They want to object, to
let world leaders know they disapprove. These are the types of people
who plan to protest at the G20 summit later this month in Toronto.
http://rabble.ca/columnists/2010/06/government-and-media-smear-tactics-tar-protesters
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Cancel Corporate Tax Cuts!
In 2007, the federal corporate tax rate was 22%; today it’s 19%. By
2013, Stephen Harper wants corporations to pay just 15% tax, which
will lead to an overall reduction in federal revenue of $13.7 billion
a year. This plan reflects core policies of the Harper Conservatives -
force a shrinking of government by reducing public revenues, and at
the same time give Bay St. and the Calgary oil barons the biggest
gifts possible.
Meanwhile, the Ontario government is planning to cut the provincial
corporate tax rate to 12%, with a further 2% reduction over the next
three years. That means provincial government revenues will have
decreased by $2.4 billion a year.
If you think there is something wrong with this picture - send a
message now to cancel the corporate tax cuts and invest in public
services. http://www.labourcouncil.ca/cctc/
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GREENDP
Canadians For a United Party, is a group dedicated to inspiring a
merger between the Green and NDP Parties, with the aim of actually
winning an election and bringing radically positive change to the
9,000,000,+ square kilometers of Earth, Air and Sea known as Canada.
We are planning a cross-party meeting this week and are facilitating
the dialogue already at:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=112428765465230&ref=mf
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Maternal health internationally - what's really needed?
WEBINAR - Wed. June 16 from 12-1 p.m. Eastern (9-10 a.m. Pacific)
The Canadian Women’s Health Network welcomes Katherine McDonald,
Executive Director of Action Canada for Population and Development, to
discuss what the evidence shows about maternal health internationally
and how this relates to gender equality and human rights.
McDonald will discuss sexual and reproductive health in the developing
world and offer historical context to the current political
discussion. She will talk about women's health and reproductive rights
in international law and discuss the disparities between the Global
South and North.
Before joining ACPD in 1997, McDonald practiced law for ten years, and
was the Executive Director of the Nova Scotia Public Legal Education
Society, and President of the Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the
Status of Women. She is a Past President of Planned Parenthood
Federation of Canada, and a past member of the governing bodies of
International Planned Parenthood Federation. She holds a law degree
from Dalhousie University and a Masters of Laws from the University of
Ottawa.
Please email info at cwhn.ca for registration information.
The webinar is free of charge and open to the public. You will need a
computer with a high speed internet connection and speakers (or a
headset).
If you would like to suggest a question for Katherine McDonald, please
email it along with your registration request.
Production of this event has been made possible through a financial
contribution from Health Canada. The views expressed herein do not
necessarily represent the views of Health Canada.
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Permaculture is revolution disguised as gardening
We're thrilled to announce our first online permaculture basics course
- "Global Trends, Local Choices", available by sliding scale starting
at just ten dollars!
Jan Spencer has become a pioneer and advocate for suburban property
conversion. His 1/4 acre site in Eugene, after ten years, convincingly
shows what a suburban property can become. It features grass to food
forest, rain water catchment, reclaiming automobile space, passive
solar re-design, edible landscaping and much more. The implications of
suburban property conversion are immense touching on economics, human
potential, the environment and eco culture change.
Regular rate for this course is sixty dollars but if you sign up
before July 1st, you can pay a sliding scale fee starting at just $10!
Urban land use, economics, permaculture, human potential,
spirituality, global relations and the environment combine for a
unique fusion of Jan's interest.
We hope you will take the time to watch this powerful presentation.
Common Circle Education
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The Americanization of Mental Illness
CBC podcast
http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/qpodcast_20100405_30214.mp3
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Tracking the American Epidemic of Mental Illness - Part 2
The "literature is remarkably consistent in the story it tells,"
Whitaker told Levine. "Although psychiatric medications may be
effective over the short term, they increase the likelihood that a
person will become chronically ill over the long term."
"In addition, the scientific literature shows that many patients
treated for a milder problem will worsen in response to a drug-- say
have a manic episode after taking an antidepressant -- and that can
lead to a new and more severe diagnosis like bipolar disorder," he
said. "That is a well-documented iatrogenic pathway that is helping to
fuel the increase in the disability numbers."
http://www.opednews.com/articles/Tracking-the-American-Epid-by-Evelyn-Pringle-100601-951.html?show=votes
Tracking the American Epidemic of Mental Illness - Part 3
http://www.opednews.com/articles/Tracking-the-American-Epid-by-Evelyn-Pringle-100607-355.html
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Investigations: WHO H1N1 Advisors had pharma conflicts
http://albloggedup-investigative.blogspot.com/2010/06/investigations-who-h1n1-advisors-had.html
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WHO under fire over handling of H1N1 pandemic
UN agency exaggerated virus’s threat and played down scientific
advisor’s ties to the pharmaceutical industry, European reports allege
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health/who-under-fire-over-handling-of-h1n1-pandemic/article1593054/
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Conflicts of interest and pandemic flu
WHO must act now to restore its credibility, and Europe should legislate
Editorial - British Medical Journal
http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/340/jun03_4/c2947
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Drugs With Black Box Warnings
US FDA black box warnings, but still very relevant in any country.
http://blackboxrx.com/
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National doc looking for interviewees
A national TV program is producing a documentary on the dangers of
antidepressants. They will be interviewing me to get Tooker's story.
They're looking for others to interview. Might you or someone you know
be interested in telling your story?
They'd like to interview someone who had one bad bout of the blues,
went on SSRIs and things went downhill after that. Someone who has not
had a long history of depression or mental illness.
If you or someone you know is interested in speaking with this
researcher, let me know and I'll pass you on.
Thanks for considering...
-angela
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Three Feet Rule in Ontario: Do We Need it?
Is this a good law for Ontario? Yes it is. If every driver obeyed
this basic concept of giving space to cyclists, there would be a sharp
reduction in the number of cyclists killed and injured on our roads.
Statistics indicate that the majority of cyclist’s injuries and deaths
are caused at the time a vehicle passes.
http://blog.mcleishorlando.com/blog/?p=365
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