T.O. Events: ag, natural health, SPP, cops, mining, First Nations, toxics, energy and more
angela bischoff
greenspi at web.ca
Fri Jun 13 12:10:37 EDT 2008
Toronto Greenspirational Events
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The Friends of Alternative and Complementary Therapies presents:
An award-winning film on modern industrial agriculture and biodynamic,
sustainable farming methods.
HOW TO SAVE THE WORLD
one man, one cow, one planet
http://www.howtosavetheworld.co.nz
Friday June 13, 7:00 p.m.
Workman Theatre, CAMH, 1001 Queen St. W. (at Ossington)
Tickets: $12 members, $15 non-members
Film Panelists:
Lauren Baker
Eva Cabaca
Shantree Kacera
Manfred Palmer
Wayne Roberts
For more info, www.thefacts.org, 416 299 5113
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Stop Bill C-51 -- Big Pharma vs. Natural Health Care Products
Saturday June 14, 11AM
Queen's Park (north side) - March to follow
CANADIAN NATURAL HEALTH COALITION
Who Are We?
The Canadian Natural Health Coalition is Canada's portal to Health and
Wellness.
We are a collective of Canadian manufacturers, organizations,
practitioners, institutions, businesses and citizens that form a Basis of
Unity. We protect the safety of individual wellness, rights and freedoms
in Canada's natural health community.
Why STOP, not amend, Bill C-51 ?
Our work is to stop Bill C-51 and others like it. Rebuild new Clarity from
CNHC's vision to protect the health of the Canadian public naturally.
CNHC supports open dialogue with those creating Canada's laws and
regulations as well as other action-based groups that support changing
Bill C-51.
We work to give every Canadian an opportunity to know real health. Through
safe, smart prevention ideals and natural products, without
pharmaceuticals - for life.
Help take ACTION!
New members and organizations welcome.
Visit www.cnhc.ca for more info. CNHC is a not-for-profit organization.
<http://www.cnhc.ca/>
<http://www.cnhc.ca/>www.cnhc.ca
http://www.sendspace.com/file/3fiy3e
http://www.sendspace.com/file/ux8j44
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Stop The SPP
Presented by PressForTruth.ca
June 14th, Queen's Park, Toronto, 1 - 4 pm
Poster Download - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=HIDWO62Y
Flyer Download Front - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=07ZMOMBN
Flyer Download Back - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=83FVG7SM
TorontoChange HQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQi69ebt7tU
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The SPP is the Security and Prosperity Partnership (see SPP.Gov) signed in
March 2005 and the sequel to NAFTA. It merges Canada, America and Mexico
in hundreds of areas to create a North American Union similar to the
European Union. Some people "guess" it's a good thing, but the problem is
nobody asked for our permission first and nobody is telling us what we
gain or lose. If you look into it, you'll see the same government we can't
trust in general is completely selling us out to corporate elites.
This includes weakening environmental, trade, health and other
regulations, allowing U.S. troops to operate on Canadian soil like at
the Montebello, Quebec SPP protest last August and more. We see gas
approaching $1.50 a litre on the way to $2.00 along with other prices
rising, if the SPP is completed by 2010 we'll be even worse off, so
we're trying to stop it now.
There were 500 people at the last one on February 16th (see the video
above) and 1000 expected at this one, plus lots of videocameras and a
chance to promote yourself and your cause and be seen and heard by
even more people.
We invite anyone to perform or say anything they want while (if
possible) keeping the swearing down and somehow tying it into the
threat the SPP poses to Canada and our freedom. Or, to just lend your
talent and presence to a worthy cause.
Please feel free to drop by or let us know if you're available by
contacting blackkrishna at gmail.com or dan at pressfortruth.ca, we have a
loose schedule so we can fit you in and we're trying to get all
Canadians involved since the SPP affects all of us.
Cheers,
BK
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COPS TARGET BIKES
The week of June 16th, Toronto Police are cracking down on cyclists.
They're calling it a Traffic Safety Initiative, but essentially, they'll
be giving tickets to cyclists that roll through stop signs, or who ride
without lights/bells etc. so be forewarned!
Lots of other great bike events during Toronto bike month:
http://www.toronto.ca/cycling/events
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Mexican mining battle comes to Toronto!
Two events: 1) meet the activists, 2) join the protest
1) Meet the activists ...
Meet the residents of the Mexican village of Cerro de San Pedro, who are
in Toronto to peacefully protest human rights violations and environmental
devestation by Canadian gold and silver mining corporations operating on
their land.
Lecture with residents of Cerro de San Pedro
Monday June 16th, 2008
7 p.m., Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle, South Dining Room (2nd floor),
University of Toronto
(by subway: Museum Station, then walk south on University, west on
Harbord, or St. George and walk south to Harbord)
In addition to hearing from residents of Cerro de San Pedro, you will also
hear from representatives of Frente Amplio Opositor (FAO), the anti-mine
movement located in Mexico and Montreal, formed to defend local campensino
and indigenous peoples from environmental destruction (including water
contamination through acid mine leakage) perpetrated by Canadian-owned
extraction industries.
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60% of the minining corporations in the world are located in Canada, due
to laws which allow companies operating abroad to willfully violate basic
human rights and environmental standards. For more information on this
topic see <http://www.miningwatch.ca/>http://www.miningwatch.ca/
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For more information on the struggle in Cerro de San Pedro, Mexico:
http://faomontreal.wordpress.com/ or
<http://cerrodesanpedro.org/>http://cerrodesanpedro.org
2) Join the protest ...
¡¡¡CERRO DE SAN PEDRO: MEXICAN MINE BATTLE COMES TO TORONTO!!!
Since 1997, residents of the Mexican village of Cerro de San Pedro and the
surrounding area have been fighting a large-scale open-pit gold and silver
mine. Canadian corporation Metallica Resources Inc. has backed the project
since its inception. Mining operations began in 2006 without required
environmental permits and despite the repression of dissent, a political
assassination, and widespread allegations of corruption. In July 2008,
Metallica Resources will merge with two other junior mining firms to form
New Gold Inc. Join Mexican anti-mine activists at the site of Metallica
Resource's last shareholder meeting as they bring the resistance to Canada
and give future New Gold shareholders a preview of the battle ahead.
THE METALLICA RESOURCES ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING: PICKET AND STREET THEATRE
Date: June 17th
Time: 10:00 am
Place: Sutton Place Hotel, 955 Bay St., Toronto, ON.
(http://www.toronto.suttonplace.com/).
** Bring banners, placards, noise-makers, instruments **
CALL FOR SUPPORT AND SOLIDARITY
The Frente Amplio Opositor (FAO), the anti-mine movement located in Mexico
and Montreal, is urgently seeking organizers and solidarity activists to
spread the word and support our mobilization in Toronto. We are looking
for people who can help with outreach and mobilization, and who may be
interested in organizing other events with the Mexican delegates. Please
contact us at <mailto:cerrodesanpedro at gmail.com>cerrodesanpedro at gmail.com
for more information.
For photos of an anti-Metallica action in Montreal in 2007:
<http://photos.cmaq.net/v/fao/>http://photos.cmaq.net/v/fao/
For more information on the struggle in Cerro de San Pedro, Mexico:
http://faomontreal.wordpress.com/ or
<http://cerrodesanpedro.org/>http://cerrodesanpedro.org
To get in touch: <mailto:cerrodesanpedro at gmail.com>cerrodesanpedro at gmail.com
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Ipperwash Inquiry: Lessons Unlearned?
OPP Escalation and Weaponry at Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
TORONTO EVENT:
Tuesday, JUNE 17th, 2008
Cervecería
842 College Street West (just west of Ossington)
Doors open at 6pm / Event begins at 7pm
PWYC - Donations appreciated
(all proceeds go to the Tyendinaga Legal Defence Fund)
Speakers:
** Representative from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
** Representative from CUPE Ontario, to speak on the recent passing of
CUPE Ontario's Resolution 38, in support of indigenous struggle for the
land, against the criminalization of indigenous resistance, and in
support of the Mohawks of Tyendinaga, and spokesperson Shawn Brant,
and how we can build on this important step forward.
** Jackie Esmonde, Lawyer, counsel at the Ipperwash inquiry and has worked
at Aboriginal Legal Services.
Also featuring Slide-Show / Audio from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory and
short films.
Hosted by the Tyendinaga Support Committee, Judy Rebick, CAW Gindin Chair
in Social Justice and Democracy, the Coalition Against Israeli Apartheid
and more ...
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EcoLeadership Training
Level 1 course-next week:
Wednesday June 18th 9:30 – 2:30
Next Thursday August 14th or Sunday September 14th
Level ll is scheduled for September 26,27,28th.
Who is this for?
business leaders, teachers, and facilitators,
anyone who would like to
expand their ability to be present,
connect with others,
be ahead of the pack.
NOTE: This is not about environmental issues,
recycling, or composting.
Rather, you will explore systems, methods and practices for thinking
out-of-the-box. This workshop is the large picture of leadership. Using
hands-on methods, this workshop will give you tools to design programs,
workshops, and training that create lasting results and new solutions to
old problems.
Learn how to:
Use ecological and environmental thought to create unique solutions
Enhance your ability to engage those with whom you work
Make sustainability reasonable.
Concepts to be covered include:
Critical Thinking
Ecological Decision Making
How to use the Teaching Wheel
Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Intelligence
Your Personal Style of Leading
Approaches to Facilitation
Strategies for Inspiration
Your investment: $65.00 and receive the acclaimed book, “Living
Education: The Power of the Circle!”
Your Facilitator: David A. Berger, M.E.S.
For more info and registration: David Berger <dberger at livinguniversity.com>
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WAR FREE SCHOOLS CAMPAIGN
DATE: Thursday, June 19, 7 p.m.
PLACE: Magic Oven, 798 Danforth Avenue (east of Pape subway)
INFO: epj.elementary.secondar at lists.riseup.net
COST: $5-20 (sliding scale) Refreshments and food for additional cost
from Magic Oven.
Educators for Peace and Justice fundraiser, featuring Dylan Penner, Act
for the Earth Ottawa, speaking on "War Free Schools: Challenging Military
Recruitment in Canada". Music by D.J. no-capitalista (latin-carib-african
grooves).
While our schools and universities are starved for resources, the Harper
government is pouring money into its expanding war machine. This new
militarism will depend on a massive increase in recruitment of young
people to participate in Canada's war on Afghanistan. Hear Dylan Penner
explain the nature of Canada's military strategy and what we can do to
build a movement for war-free schools.
Join us for an educational evening including entertainment and dinner to
help raise funds for Educators for Peace and Justice - a Toronto-based
group of educators in the elementary, secondary and post-secondary sectors
that has been actively working to challenge all forms of oppression within
our school communities since its formation in 1991.
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Non-Toxic Living Workshop
When: Thursday, June 19, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Where: True Human Rights Centre, 624 Yonge Street (at Bloor), Second Floor
above Green is Black
Contact: Sameen Ashraf, 647 302 8783 Tracey TieF 416 535 9620
Cost: Sliding scale $10 - $20 donation to True Human Rights Centre and
Anarres. RSVP.
There's so much that's said to be bad for you, and bad for the
environment, but who do you believe, and where do you start? Don't worry;
be healthy! From phthalates and plastics, to parabens and PCBs, Tracey
will talk with us about the toxins that commonly plague us in our
environment and about simple, immediate solutions that will benefit our
health and our planet. Together we will look at The Diva Cup and Keeper
and other healthy alternatives to conventional pads and tampons. We will
discuss common household cleaning, bath, baby and beauty products that can
easily be replaced with healthful products you can make yourself, or buy
locally.
You'll come away with your own list of easy, life enhancing changes you
can start making today, and the information you need to make healthy
decisions for you and your family.
Please feel free bring along some of your favorite personal care products
and find out what really lies within!
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The Bicycle Film Festival
June 18 to June 21, 2008
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
at The Royal Cinema (on College)
Bike-themed movies that explore the culture of cycling including all
genres (messenger, BMX, artbikes etc..)
For more information contact: 416.263.3300
Web site: www.bicyclefilmfestival.com
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“Pumped up prices: Can we combat climate change by raising the cost of
energy”
Friday, June 20, 2008 7:00 PM
Hart House, University of Toronto
Seminar organized by the Society of Environmental Journalists
Canada is one of the last industrialized countries to consider sticking a
price tag on greenhouse gas emissions. But it seems we're finally on the
verge of trying higher costs or other financial measures to cut our
consumption of energy, gasoline and other fossil fuels. Is this the way to
go? If it is, should we opt for a carbon tax, a cap-and-trade system,
offsets or some other approach? All the options bring substantial
benefits, and costs.
Up until now, most Canadians appear confused about what they are. To gain
some clarity, join the Society of Environmental Journalists for a lively
discussion of the issue at 7pm on Friday, June 20th at the University of
Toronto's Hart House. A panel of experts and journalists will explore the
questions about carbon financing and how the issue is being presented and
debated.
Panelists:
Nicola Ross, Moderator, Editor, Alternatives Magazine
Stefan Reichenbach, Head of Environmental Markets, Thomson Reuters
Sue McGeachie, Sustainable Business Solutions, PricewaterhouseCoopers,
Adjunct Professor, Centre for Environment, University of Toronto
Mark Lutes, Climate Change and Energy Policy Analyst, Suzuki Foundation
Jim Lebans, Producer, Quirks & Quarks, CBC Radio
Peter Gorrie, Environment Reporter, Toronto Star
There is no charge for this lecture. Space is limited. Please RSVP to:
d.workman at utoronto.ca
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A solstice conversation with Gustavo Esteva
GROWING GLOBAL HUNGER
Digging for the roots of the food crisis
Co-sponsored by the Faculty of Environmental Studies and the Department of
Political Science, York University
Friday, June 20, 7 PM
Carrot Common rooftop
348 Danforth Avenue, Suite 212
(second floor entrance by Book City)
Responses from Canadian food activists:
Elisa Levi, Assembly of First Nations
Wayne Roberts, Toronto Food Policy Council
Food by CHOCOSOL
GUSTAVO ESTEVA is a grassroots activist and deprofessionalized
intellectual who lives and works in Oaxaca, Mexico. In 1996, Esteva was
invited by the Zapatistas to be their advisor. He has worked with Mexican,
Latin American and international grassroots organizations and networks
involved with indigenous struggles in Mexico and beyond. In 2003 he
launched an effort of cultural regeneration, involving more than 400
Indigenous communities in Southern Mexico. He also organized a national
campaign around the maize crisis entitled “Sin Maize, No Hay Pais”
(Without Corn, There is No Country).
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*The BIG Festival *
On June 21st from Christie Pits to Lansdowne along historic Bloor Street,
The BIG Festival celebrates local business, community, arts and culture
with a unique street fair featuring hundreds of events, activities and
exhibitions. Closed to traffic to celebrate summer in the city, Bloor hosts
up to 500 tables that will make a line from Christie Street to Lansdowne
Avenue. During the day, from 1 PM to 6 PM, the tables will be used for
projects, exhibitions, events, and information. After 6:00 PM, participants
are invited to reset their table to help host Toronto's biggest dinner
party.
<http://www.bigonbloor.com/festival>http://www.bigonbloor.com/festival
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Earth Camp for children 6-12 yrs.
July 1-4th.
A holistic, experiential and organic experience for children. Come and
create, play and explore outside. Children will be part of making a
structure from natural materials and families are invited to join in on
the final days celebration.
E-mail: darinka at darinka.ca for more details.
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