T.O. Greenspiration Events: A New Ecological Civilization

Mon May 11 02:06:07 EDT 2020

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Global

A New Ecological Civilization

80 min. presentation by Guy Dauncey, author, futurist and anthropological economist, sharing a positive vision of a sustainable future in which we live, work and play in harmony with Nature, and with respect for all beings. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS6n-pzanpE&feature=youtu.be

Green stimulus can repair global economy and climate, study says

Green economy recovery packages for the coronavirus crisis will repair the global economy and put the world on track to tackle climate breakdown.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/may/05/green-stimulus-can-repair-global-economy-and-climate-study-says

20+ Inspiring and Free Gardening Documentaries

https://www.epicgardening.com/20-inspiring-gardening-documentaries/

Naomi Klein, Coronavirus Capitalism, and a People's Bailout Now

In a wide-ranging conversation, we explore the perils and possibilities of this political moment, from the unprecedented ways that Silicon Valley is benefiting from the pandemic, to the radicalizing power of “essential work." 80 min. podcast. Starts at 10 min.

https://change-everything.simplecast.com/episodes/naomi-klein-coronavirus-capitalism-and-a-peoples-bailout-now   

For more on what a People's Bailout could look like, check out www.peoplesbailout.ca  

The Trump Administration Is Reversing Nearly 100 Environmental Rules. Here’s the Full List.

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/climate/trump-environment-rollbacks.html

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Canada

Building Back Better with a green power wave

The post-COVID recovery presents a historic opportunity to fuel a fossil-free, renewable electricity system for all Canadians

https://www.corporateknights.com/channels/utilities-energy/building-back-better-green-power-wave-15881589/ 

Disaster Capitalism, Alberta Style: How the Oil Industry and Politicians Exploited COVID-19

The pandemic was another chance to cut regulations and deliver public funds to oil, gas and pipeline companies. Using executive powers granted under a provincial state of public health emergency, Alberta is swiftly dismantling legislative, regulatory and financial barriers to oilsands development and pushing through the construction of controversial oil pipelines.

https://thetyee.ca/Analysis/2020/05/05/Disaster-Capitalism-Pandemic-Alberta/

Canadian Labour Congress calls for end to privately owned long-term care facilities after COVID-19 deaths

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-canadian-labour-congress-calls-for-end-to-privately-owned-long-term/

Ban on assault weapons welcome, but more needs to be done

The quick implementation of a ban on an assault rifles is welcome. The denunciation of weapons whose sole intention is to kill people is also welcome. But this rationale should also be extended to putting an end to Canada's growing arms export industry.

https://rabble.ca/blogs/bloggers/brent-patterson/2020/05/ban-assault-weapons-welcome-more-needs-be-done

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Ontario

Ontario's purchase of natural gas plants will cost ratepayers and the environment

Ramping up gas plants would make it nearly impossible for Ontario to achieve its climate goals. “This is a very bad investment, both from an economic perspective and climate perspective. It’s a waste of $2.8 billion.”

https://www.nationalobserver.com/2020/05/07/news/ontarios-purchase-natural-gas-plants-will-cost-ratepayers-and-environment-critics

Send a letter to the Premier and leaders of all the parties here: www.OntarioClimateAction.ca 

Should public consultation on the environment be an essential service?

The province's COVID-related suspension of environmental rules governing public input on major developments is undercutting protections against mining projects in "overwhelmed" First Nations communities. The temporary gutting of public consultation and engagement measures “undercuts the whole purpose of the EBR, which was to expand transparency and public participation in significant environmental decisions and make government accountable.”

https://nowtoronto.com/news/coronavirus-ontario-environment-doug-ford-essential-service/

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Toronto

Mayor Tory supports building the Bloor West bikeway extension

Mayor Tory spoke up this week about the launch of ActiveTO and the need for safe cycling infrastructure along our subway system to act as a “safety valve” for the TTC as part of the City’s pandemic response, including building the Bloor West bikeway extension all the way to Runnymede as soon as possible. The #ActiveTO plan will create more quiet streets – with traffic calming measures implemented very quickly as to enable local car traffic only and open up space for pedestrians and cyclists.

https://twitter.com/JohnTory/status/1258161472099811328 

Share our Bloor Loves Bikes pledge 

www.bloorlovesbikes.ca

Send a letter to Mayor Tory in support of accelerating the Bloor bike lanes all the way to Runnymede mayor_tory at toronto.ca 

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A Green and Just Recovery for Cities: An Online Conversation with David Miller

Mon. May 11, 4 - 5 p.m. EST

In this conversation with David Miller, Director of International Diplomacy with C40 Cities and former Mayor of Toronto, we’ll talk about how cities can move forward on equitable climate action in their recovery response. We’ll discuss what Toronto can learn from other cities about what the critical elements are for a bold, green and just recovery.

https://www.torontoenvironment.org/recovery_cities

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City Hall 101

Tuesday, May 12, 6 pm

Knowing the decision-making process at City Hall is a key tool to advocate, influence decisions, and organize to win. During the pandemic, Toronto city council and committee meetings have been put on hold, but as Toronto deals with the greatest financial challenges it's faced in decades and we all continue our work to build an equitable city as we recover, we need to be ready for when City Hall resumes. Join Progress Toronto's Program and Operations Director, Erica Woods, on ET to learn more about the legislative process, who the key players are influencing decisions, and how you can have your say. 

https://www.progresstoronto.ca/spring-training-series-may-12-2020 

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Introduction to Vegetable Gardening

Tues. May 12, 7 p.m. EST

Whether you are growing vegetables for the first time, or getting back into it, this presentation will cover the why, where and how of growing your own vegetables. It will include a breakdown of cool and warm season crops, small space gardening and intensive planting to maximize your harvest.

https://trca.ca/event/introduction-to-vegetable-gardening/?instance_id=5427 

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Carbon Province, Hydro Province: The Challenge of Canadian Energy and Climate Federalism

Tues. May 12, 3 - 5 p.m. EST

Canada is unable to meet its climate-change targets in large part because emission reductions in provinces such as Ontario and Quebec are being overwhelmed by emission increases in others such as Alberta and Saskatchewan. How can we get the whole country moving on the same track of declining emissions?

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sei-webinar-carbon-province-hydro-province-the-challenge-of-canadian-energy-and-climate-federalism-tickets-103758672984 

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Mark Jaccard speak on Climate Action Success

Tuesday, May 12, 1 p.m. EST

Join Mark Jaccard, Professor of Sustainable Energy at Simon Fraser University and author of The Citizen’s Guide to Climate Success, among other books. He will help us identify the key policies progressive/green activists should be urging the federal government to implement, as we try to save the planet. Mark will examine relevant government tools: carbon pricing, prescriptive and flexible regulations, sector-specific regulations, tax policies, etc. 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mark-jaccard-speaks-on-climate-action-success-tickets-103953088486 

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The future of oil in the Canadian economy

Wed. May 13, 1 p.m. EST

Even before the recent collapse in the price of oil, Canada's oil and gas sector was facing a difficult future due to higher than average production costs and climate emissions. Join our panel of experts for a discussion of these global trends, the politics of oil and, and Canada's potential role in the emerging renewable economy.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4ZuyfjVMSlCeQWLk-BKv-Q 

https://www.facebook.com/events/244748476877474/

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Organizing for a Just Recovery: Mass Strategy Session with the 350 Canada Team

Wed. May 13, 7 p.m. EST

Join the 350 Canada team for a strategy session on building power for a just recovery from the COVID 19 Pandemic. Join us to talk about what a just recovery means for Canada and our 3-part plan to make it a reality.

https://350org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMscu6trD0uE9Vt3fYPyFK9U6Tp_y6eKjOl

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Building Back Better by Greening Industry

Wed. May 13, 11 a.m. - noon

Join us to see fresh analysis showing how a post-COVID stimulus could help to green industry and bring our economy roaring back, along with reactions from panelists and expert commentators.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2-USebefR2ilHhYkiX67-w

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COVID-19:  Capitalism is the Virus 

Thursday, May 14, 7 p.m. 

With Robbie Mahood in Montreal and Tom Baker in Hamilton.

www.socialistaction.ca 

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Health Impacts of Extreme Heat

Thursday, May 14, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm EDT

Extreme heat is a hazard to human health and well-being. The health impacts of extreme heat are dependent on individual coping capacity, personal-to-city-level heat mitigation strategies, and access to cooling infrastructure, among other complex factors. Current and future conditions of extreme heat disproportionately impact communities that are already facing inequities. This webinar will address current research and applications on human health and extreme heat at the individual, community, and city levels and provide climate action guidance to city leaders, practitioners, and the public. Panelists will assess additional burdens and risks resulting from COVID -19.

https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2467023023932764939 

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Revolutionary Love

Thur. May 14, 8 p.m. EST

Join Valarie Kaur, civil rights lawyer, award-winning filmmaker, innovator, and founder of The Revolutionary Love Project. Together, we will explore timely questions and orient to this historical moment.

https://dreamcorps.zoom.us/webinar/register/1415840363738/WN_j9tPPiuESseE-AubId7x9A 

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Fridays for Future holds Weekly Climate Strikes

Fri. 11 a.m. - noon EST

Livestreamed webinars with different speakers lead by youth.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ1nFFdZbUo6cAr2jV3X0_g 

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Lift the Siege on Gaza: Online Rally for Palestine

Sat. May 16, 2 - 4 p.m. EST

On May 16, Palestinians and their allies around the world will mark the 72nd anniversary of the Nakba (The Catastrophe), the culmination of the mass expulsion of Palestinians from their homes by Zionist forces. We’re strongly urging the Canadian government to break the siege on Gaza as medical supplies are urgently needed, now more than ever, as the spread of COVID19 would result in a humanitarian disaster.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1086584601724111/

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For the best Canadian climate and energy news, read and subscribe to the Energy Mix newsletter

http://theenergymix.com/

And for the best global perspective: DESMOG - Clearing the PR Pollution that clouds climate science

https://www.desmogblog.com/topics/covering-climate-now

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Centre for Social Innovation Events

https://socialinnovation.org/community/events/   

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Toronto’s NOW magazine hosts a very comprehensive online events listing

https://nowtoronto.com/search/event/community-events/    

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