T.O. Greenspiration Events: Bread and Justice
Angela Bischoff
greenspi at web.ca
Sun Sep 9 17:15:15 EDT 2012
T.O. Greenspiration Events
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Court hearings in Mohammad Mahjoub security certificate case
Sunday, 9 Sept through Thursday, 13 Sept, from 7am to 12 noon
Federal Court, 180 Queen West
Mr. Mahjoub is one of three Muslim men, including Mahmoud Jaballah (arrested 2001 in Toronto) and Mohamed Harkat (arrested 2002 in Ottawa) still fighting to free themselves from the injustice of security certificates.
More background: www.supportmahjoub.org.
If you can't be in court, you can follow highlights of the testimony here: www.facebook.com/supportmahjoub - #justice4mahjoub
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Hop to it - a public information night
Mon. Sept. 10. 7 p.m.
U of T, School of Public Policy and Governance, Queens Park Crescent W.
What is a RaBIT? Why are ranked ballots so marvelous? How can runoff voting transform your life? The answers to these questions, and much more, will be revealed at this event. All welcome. Also a chance to get involved with the campaign. Hope you can make it!
Co-hosted by the School of Public Policy and Governance at UofT.
https://www.facebook.com/events/451165581573330/
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9/11 - 11 years of forensic evidence.
Are they waiting for confessions? Who benefits? Why is no one talking about building 6?
Studies in Propaganda with Sydney White, Investigative Journalist
Monday, September 10, 6 - 8 p.m.
Bahen Centre, 40 St. George Street, Room 1180 (west side of St. George just north of College)
For more info, please call 416-787-0592 after 1pm.
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Beltline Trail Upgrades – public mtng.
Monday September 10, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Northern District Public Library, 40 Orchard View Blvd
It’s important for cyclists to come out and support the project! The City of Toronto has begun a study on upgrades and improvements to the Beltline Trail, looking at the entire section from Allen Rd through Mt Pleasant Cemetery to the Don Valley Brickworks.
Background Info here: http://bikeunion.to/ward-update/public-meeting-beltline-trail-upgrades-monday-september-10
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Book Launch: Post-Colonial State in the Era of Globalization: Historical, Political and Theoretical Approaches to State Formation
by Tariq Amin-Khan
Mon. Sept. 10, 4 p.m.
Oakham Lounge, Ryerson Student Centre, 55 Gould (Dundas subway)
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Funeral for Collective Bargaining Rights
Mon. Sept. 10, 7 p.m.
Queens Park
Gone but not Forgotten: Labour Rights in Ontario. First we mourn, then we fight! Devastated by a far-reaching anti-worker bill set to pass legislature early next week, rank and file education workers will convene a funeral for collective bargaining rights on the lawn of Queen's Park. Workers and friends are invited to join us as we reflect on our loss and ready ourselves for the future. Please wear appropriate funeral attire. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to an organization, of your choice, that defends workers or quality public education.
https://www.facebook.com/events/205393162924472/
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9/11 in the Academic Community
Tuesday, September 11, 7 pm
Koffler House, Room 108, University of Toront, 569 Spadina Avenue (1 1/2 blocks north of College St.)
Admission: $12. Tickets can be purchased through U of T Tix at (416) 978-8849 (11 am – 5 pm Mon. – Fri. at Hart House) or go to: uofttix.ca
A winner of the 2011 University of Toronto Film Festival, “9/11 in the Academic Community” is a unique documentary that consists of interviews of recognized professors discussing their experiences regarding academia’s treatment of critical perspectives on 9/11. Followed by discussion on critical perspectives on 9/11 with Toronto Hearings on 9/11 Participants: Professors: Richard B. Lee (U. Toronto), Graeme MacQueen and Herb Jenkins (McMaster U).
http://911inacademia.wordpress.com/
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Resist Islamaphobia – Bring Omar Khadr Home!
Tues. Sept. 11, 6 – 9 p.m.
720 Kennedy Road
On September 11th, the Jewish Defense League is going to Omar Khadr's family residence in Scarborough to stir up Islamophobic hatred. But when they get there, they'll find community members - Christians, Hindus, Muslims, Jews, and people of all persuasions united to take a stand against Islamophobia. We will not accept the escalating racism and Islamophobia in our communities! Instead, we will establish a Hate-Free Zone. We will declare that Islamophobia Is Not Welcome Here! Omar Khadr IS Welcome Here! We will peacefully protest to call for Omar's return to Canada, an end to Guantanamo Bay, an end to the wars, and an end to the hate-mongering that attempts to divide our communities.
***Note: this is a //peaceful// protest in front of the Khadr's family residence. If you cannot commit to respecting the tone set by the organizers, please do not attend.***
https://www.facebook.com/events/461132257259972/
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The Literary Review of Canada, in association with the School of Public Policy at the University of Toronto, the Metcalf Foundation and MASS LBP, is pleased to present:
The Great Stagnation: How America Ate All the Low-Hanging Fruit of Modern History, Got Sick and Will (Eventually) Feel Better
Tues. September 11, 7 pm
Isabel Bader Theatre - 93 Charles Street West (near Bloor and Avenue Road)
A lecture on the root causes of the current economic malaise by New York Times best-selling author and economist Tyler Cowen, with a response by National Post columnistAndrew Coyne. Hailed by Business Week as "America's Coolest Economist," and by Foreign Policy Magazine as one of the most influential thinkers of 2011, Tyler Cowen is an economist, academic and writer. Cowen is the general director of the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and the Holbert C. Harris Chair of Economics at GMU. He co-authors the popular economics blog "Marginal Revolution," writes the "Economic Scene" column for the New York Times, and also contributes to such publications as The New Republic, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Newsweek, and The Wilson Quarterly.
Seating is limited. Get your tickets now! Public: $20 / Students: $5
Visit http://cowen.eventbrite.ca to purchase tickets and for more details
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Wellesley - Hoskin Bikeway Upgrades Public Consultation Process
Tuesday September 11, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Seeley Hall - Trinity College, 6 Hoskin Avenue , U of T
Staff have compiled the input received at the first June 27, 2012 Public Event, and from input received over the summer. Three key trends have been suggested from the feedback received so far:
• The majority of respondents are positive about improvements to the bicycle lanes to increase safety for cyclists.
• Some residents are concerned about the potential negative motor vehicle traffic impacts which may result from the removal of all left turn lanes from Wellesley St.
• So far, few concerns about the removal of on-street parking have been expressed; staff continue to investigate loading and delivery concerns.
• Park users and cyclists would prefer a dedicated on-street cycling facility around Queens Park, to avoid conflicts which may result from heavy cycling traffic mixing with pedestrians using the Queens Park Multi-Use Path.
http://www.toronto.ca/cycling/wellesley/index.htm
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Community Water Fluoridation: What’s the Evidence? - Webinar
Tues. Sept. 11, 1 p.m.
Online
With Maureen Dobbins, Scientific Director of Health Evidence. This webinar will review various sources of information with respect to fluoridation.
https://health-evidence.webex.com/mw0307l/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=health-evidence&service=6&rnd=0.439037556740258&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Fhealth-evidence.webex.com%2Fec0606l%2Feventcenter%2Fevent%2FeventAction.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26confViewID%3D1002911840%26%26%26%26siteurl%3Dhealth-evidence
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Homeless Memorial
Tues. Sept. 11, 12:15 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Church of the Holy Trinity, behind Eaton's Centre, off Bay
Homeless Memorial remembering those who died while battling homelessness in the city of toronto. A great tragedy and injustice to us all. They were all once a child, someone that was once loved that we neglect to love in hardship ,trials and tribulation. We come together to acknowledge our regrets and show love.
https://www.facebook.com/events/499622426719857/
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Anti-Colonial, Anti-Authoritarian and Anti-Capitalist Call-out
Tues. Sept. 11
5 p.m. March/Rally
Toronto Chilean Consulate, |2 Bloor Street West
Speakers & Performers:
*Tracey Walsh (Speaking for Toronto G20 Political Prisoner Kelly Pflug-Back)
*Sakura Saunders (Mining Injustice – Pascua Lama)
*Julian Ichim (Currently Sueing OPP & Currently being charged for denouncing infiltrators for G20 related events)
*Dan Kellar (Currently being charged for denouncing infiltratorsfor G20 related events)
*Test Their Logik (Anarchist Hip-Hop Duo)
8 p.m. Subversive Film Night (All Films with English Subtitles)
Harvest Noon Cafe (GSU) – 16 Bancroft Ave (North of College, East of Spadina)
Mapuche Doc Shorts + Feature Films *Critical discussion through an Anti-Authoritarian analysis to follow after the film*
Organized by the Women’s Coordinating Committee for a Free Wallmapu [Toronto]
http://wccctoronto.wordpress.com/
https://www.facebook.com/events/104469439706445/
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Canned Pears Workshop
Wed. September 12, 6 - 9 p.m.
FoodShare, 90 Croatia Street (steps south of Bloor Street on Brock Avenue.)
Learn to preserve pears in honey-cardamom syrup! You will learn about the theory and practice of preserving, gain hands-on experience using a hot water bath canner, and leave with some jars of delicious preserves.
http://westendfood.coop/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=182
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Endocrine Disruptors in the Workplace: Women, Plastics and Breast Cancer
Webinar
Wednesday, September 12, 11 a.m. to noon, EST
http://www.cwhn.ca/en/webinar/endocrinesandautomotiveplastics
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Envisioning Global LGBT Human Rights: Focus on Kenya, Uganda and Botswana
Panel presentation and video screening
Wednesday, Sept. 12, 6:45-‐9:00 p.m.
Room 179, University College, 15 King's College Circle, University of Toronto
Envisioning Global LGBT Human Rights is pleased to bring leading LGBTI activists from Kenya and Uganda to Toronto. The panelists have been engaged in ground-breaking
research and video documentation of LGBTI (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex) people's lives and organizing. They have traveled throughout Kenya, Uganda
and Botswana, gathering research in rural and small communities, and major centres. They will discuss the impact of criminalization of same sex acts and 'promotion of
homosexuality' in Uganda, Kenya and Botswana, and their work to advance LGBTI rights. With:
- Immah Reid (Gay and Lesbian Coalition of Kenya)
- Caroline Kaara (Gay and Lesbian Coalition of Kenya)
- Richard Lusimbo (Sexual Minorities Uganda)
- Wokuri Junic (Freedom and Roam, Uganda)
- Nancy Nicol (Envisioning, York University, Canada)
- Moderator: Lydia Makoroka, Envisioning Researcher
For more info: Nancy Nicol - nnicol at yorku.ca
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As the Land is the Language: The Life of Mahmoud Darwish (1997)
Documentary screening
Wednesday, Sep 12 @ 7pm
Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham (at Bloor, west of Bathurst)
$5
This is a special screening timed to provide a background to the life, work and poetry of Mahmoud Darwish prior to the upcoming concert in Toronto (Sunday, October 7) of Fall of the Moon: An Homage to Mahmoud Darwish with Marcel Khalifé and the Al Mayadine Ensemble. A poet of exile par excellence, Darwish died in exile. Simone Bitton's documentary film traces some of the paths of Darwish's exile. He was one of the most powerful voices of the Arab World. His poetry touched upon personal topics including family, exile, marginalization and identity with universal appeal. Co-presented with TPFF.
http://beitzatoun.org/cms/events/view/12-09-12/Doc_As_the_Land_is_the_Language.aspx
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Bread and Justice - Change and New Beginnings
Wed. Sept. 12, 7 - 8 p.m.
300 Bloor St. W.
Fall is a time of change. Students return to school, vacationers return from the cottage, the leaves change colour and the temperature drops yet even as the days get shorter and the weather gets colder there is something exciting about the change that is happening! Our lives are full of changes and new beginnings and they prompt an array if emotional responses yet one thing remains constant-that God is with us. For the next three weeks, Bread and Justice will feature different speakers on the topic of change and new beginnings followed by a community potluck the last Wednesday of the month. Come join us! Everyone welcome!
https://www.facebook.com/events/158226940967941/
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An evening of celebration and action for the survival of Indigenous Peoples
Photo Exhibit, Music, and Speakers
Thursday, September 13, 6 - 9 pm - drop in any time
Amnesty International, 1992 Yonge Street, 3rd floor (two blocks north of the Davisville subway stop)
September 13th marks five years since the United Nations adopted the landmark Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), a hard won battle to achieve protection for vulnerable Indigenous communities around the world. In far too many countries, including Canada, Indigenous people are still waiting for the rights enshrined in UNDRIP to be upheld. The situation in Colombia is nothing less than a human rights emergency, with more than a third of Indigenous Peoples in danger of disappearance as a result of violence and displacement linked to a vicious armed conflict and the imposition of resource extraction projects in their territory. Join us on September 13th for the launch of a stunning collection of photos commissioned by AI Canada entitled: "This is what we want to tell you! Photo messages from Indigenous People at risk of disappearance in Columbia". The beautiful images feature women and men who were invited to write and hold up a message to Canadians about the realities they face. Come be moved and inspired by this photo exhibit. Our event will also include a speaker from Colombia, music, refreshments and opportunities to take action for Indigenous rights in Colombia, Canada and other emblematic cases.
For more information, contact Elena Dumitru at edumitru at amnesty.ca
https://www.facebook.com/events/427295133988880/
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Open Pit
World Premiere - Indie Film
Thur. Sept 13, 6 pm
Toronto Underground Cinema, 168 Spadina Ave. just N of Queen
Followed by a reception at the Rivoli, upstairs lounge, 334 Queen St. W.
OPEN PIT makes you an eye-witness to the unprecedented standoff battle between the virtually unanimous resistance by the northern Peruvian Cajamarca population and Newmont Mining Corp, one of the world's giant gold miners, aided and abetted by a duplicit government. All in one of the planet's most pristine and fragile ecosystems. CONGA NO VA! AGUA SI -- ORO NO! (Life is more precious than gold!) A tour de force of investigative journalism and guerilla filmmaking that reveals the vicious face of our modern lust for gold. Don't miss this singular and award winning documentary co-produced by Torontonian Gianni Converso and Daniel Santana.
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Hearing Voices Day
Fri. Sept. 14, 1 - 4:30 p.m.
Friends House, 60 Lowther (St. George subway)
Just because a person hears voices does not necessarily mean they are ill. Many of us hear voices and experience tricky stuff that others may find difficult to understand. Come help celebrate 25 years of the Hearing Voices movement, working to help voice hearers, carers and workers emancipate themselves. This is the first time Toronto has taken part in the day. We have an intensive training opportunity for workers in the morning and an all-welcome community information showcase and celebration in the afternoon; and we'll be linking with other hearing voices communities throughout.
http://recoverynetworktoronto.wordpress.com/2012/07/27/world-hearing-voices-day-friday-14th-september-2012/
https://www.facebook.com/events/400005290049064/
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dandyhorse video & magazine launch party
Fri. Sept. 14, doors at 8
Handlebar, 159 Augusta Ave. (North of Dundas, west of Spadina)
Free
Toronto's own and only bike mag!
http://dandyhorsemagazine.com/blog/2012/09/07/dandyhorse-video-magazine-launch-party-at-handlebar-sept-14/
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Your life, OUR LIFE - A day in the life of a Sheltered Youth
Exhibition
Friday, Friday, Sep 14 to Sunday, Sep 23
Opening Reception: Friday, Sep 14 @ 7pm
Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham (neat Bloor and Bathurst)
A selection of photographic works by the youth of Touchstone Youth Shelter. This exhibit is created by Hearing Every Youth Through Youth (HEYY), a peer-to-peer support helpline in the GTA working with the youth at Touchstone to use photography to empower through art and freedom to express. The photographs explore what it means to be homeless and seek to abolish the many stereotypes that come with being a homeless youth. To learn more .
http://beitzatoun.org/cms/events/view/12-09-20/Poetry_from_The_South_Asia_Review.aspx
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Tour de Greenbelt – Hike, Run or Ride
Sat. Sept. 15
What began as a fresh air festival on wheels is now a fresh air festival on wheels or foot that allows you, along with your friends and family, to enjoy an at-your-own-pace marshaled bike ride, run, or guided hike through Rouge Park, a gem of Ontario's Greenbelt. Conveniently located close to downtown Toronto this year's tour offers visually stunning routes, numerous fun and interesting stops along the way, which could include spotting ducks and frogs at a newly created wetland, cycling through Bob Hunter Memorial Park (which celebrates a Canadian environmental hero), stops for some freshly baked pie, and maybe even a detour to pick up some delicious local corn to take home. As always, there will be varying routes and lengths, so there's something for everyone's skill level.
http://www.tourdegreenbelt.ca/
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Group Decision Making Workshop
Saturday, September 15, 1 - 5 p.m.
At U of T
From hierarchy to consensus, choose the decision-making structure that’s right for your social change organization. Learn techniques that can help you address some common decision-making problems and bring about organizational change.
http://www.toolsforchange.net/2012/08/01/group-decision-making-workshop/
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Toronto Bicycle Music Festival
Sat. Sept. 15
2 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.: Coronation Park (at the bottom of Strachan Avenue, across from the CNE gates)
4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.: 7 Fraser Avenue in Liberty Village (Toronto VeloReel):
5:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.: Christie Pits Park
Join us for our third annual festival, featuring Snowblink, Gentleman Reg, Lemon Bucket Orkestra, Rae Spoon and more - all bicycle powered!
www.torontobicyclemusicfestival.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/254486191328618/
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Peoples' Court
Saturday, September 15, 1 p.m.
In front of the Courthouse, 361 University Ave. (at Armoury St.)
All Rise! The Peoples' Court is Convening. Federally, Provincially and Municipally, governments are taking away public services people rely on.
We are all affected by these cuts. Community groups, labour unions and concerned citizens will be holding a mock trial for these injustices against the people.
www.psac.com/ontario http://ontario.psac.com/node/442
http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/177688652356431/
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I am a revolutionary
A one-day conference on radical activism
Saturday, September 15, 12:30 pm - 4 pm
http://rabble.ca/whatsup/i-am-revolutionary-one-day-conference-radical-activism
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Changing of the Seasons Gathering in Temagami
with Earthroots
Over the weekend of September 15th, 2012 Alex Mathias, an Ojibway Elder, will host his annual Changing of the Seasons Ceremony to celebrate the fall equinox on his traditional family territory in the Temagami region of Ontario.
https://www.facebook.com/events/265813863524095/declines/
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PR-101: A crash course in Proportional Representation
Sat. September 15, 7 p.m.
Centre for Social Innovation, 215 Spadina Ave. (North of Queen)
This event is being organized by the local chapter of Fair Vote Canada as part of Democracy Day. We'll explore the flaws of our current voting system, and introduce you to various forms of Proportional Representation. PR is the most common electoral system in the world, because it guarantees that all votes count, and that all voices are heard. We'll look at models including Regional List, Mixed Member Proportional, and the Single Transferable Vote. We'll also give you insight on how politicians adapt to a PR system. If you want to become an advocate for democratic renewal, this is the place to start.
http://www.fairvote.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/events/522074734473457
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Ride 4 Real Food 4 All 2nd annual Bike-A-thon
Sunday Sept 16, 8:30 am - 4 pm
Choose from a 30k, 50k or 100k ride. This year's event takes riders on scenic routes along the foodways connecting the city with the countryside, and takes participants to McVean Farm (a FarmStart initiative) for a farm tour and feast. Interested riders will register and get an online campaign page to send around to friends and family in order to get pledges and raise funds. All proceeds from this event go towards Co-op Cred, a joint program between WEFC and PARC that makes fresh food accessible to people living on low incomes. Register online now!
http://westendfood.coop/bikeathon2012
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Greater Toronto Workers Assembly
Sunday, September 16, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Steelworkers' Hall, 25 Cecil Street (near College and Spadina)
Registration required. All members and supporters are encouraged to attend and bring guests. Please register as soon as possible to help us plan. Childcare and lunch provided. Please note your childcare needs upon registering.
Register online: gtwa.eventbrite.ca | https://www.facebook.com/events/338866982869888/
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Bow Ties for Boobs - A Rockin’ Burlesque for Breast Cancer Prevention
A fundraiser for WHEN – Women’s Healthy Environment Network
Thursday, October 18, 7 p.m.
The Revival Lounge, 783 College Street
Great shows - Great prizes - Great food - Great cause - prevention is the cure! WHEN accomplishes its vision through education, outreach and policy. Take action for prevention!
Get your tickets now: http://bowtiesforboobs.eventbrite.ca/
For more info, call Kerri @ 416 303-0841 or email kerribrock at gmail.com
http://www.womenshealthyenvironments.ca/
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