T.O. Greenspiration Events: Women and their 2 Wheels

Sun Mar 13 14:09:08 EDT 2016

The car century was a mistake. It’s time to move on.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/in-theory/wp/2016/02/29/the-car-century-was-a-mistake-its-time-to-move-on/

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Let’s Get Going – Climate Action Together - by Guy Dauncey

http://thepracticalutopian.ca/2016/03/09/lets-get-going-climate-action-together/ 

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Bloor Street bike lanes pilot project one step closer to reality

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/bike-lanes-bloor-street-1.3480907

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TreeMobile Supplies Non-Profit Food-Bearing Trees and Shrubs for your Garden

TreeMobile is a not-for-profit, volunteer-run project of Transition Toronto and Transition Guelph. You can order food-bearing trees and shrubs for your yard, and TreeMobile will deliver.  Build the local food base, mitigate climate change, and grow your own delicious apples, cherries, pears, etc.  Order online for delivery on May 1st.  You can also volunteer to help distribute and plant.

www.transitiontreemobile.org <http://www.transitiontreemobile.org>   

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Premier, it's time to ban corporate donations 

The federal government and other provinces - the latest being Alberta - ban corporate and union donations to political parties. Why not Ontario? Send a letter to the Premier here. A Green Party of ON initiative. 

https://secure.gpo.ca/content/premier-its-time-ban-corporate-donations?cid1=82926 <https://secure.gpo.ca/content/premier-its-time-ban-corporate-donations?cid1=82926&cs=05c3ee3bc407b37d4f1c7ccf5e99d966_1457547415_168> &cs=05c3ee3bc407b37d4f1c7ccf5e99d966_1457547415_168 

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Canadian Government: It's time to let U.S. Iraq War resisters stay

8 min. video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hA7pODzFKA <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hA7pODzFKA&feature=youtu.be> &feature=youtu.be

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Cycle Toronto Survey: help lead our city toward a more bike-friendly future

As Toronto's largest member-based cycling advocacy group, we strive to make the city more bicycle-friendly every day. Every year we increase our efforts while staying focussed on campaigns that make a difference. When you take five minutes to complete our 2016 engagement survey, your feedback helps us make informed decisions in the coming year so we can meet your cycling needs. Once you complete the survey, your name will be entered to win a gift card from MEC.

http://svy.mk/1RvKpQk 

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Cowspiracy

Mon. Mar 14, 6:30 p.mm.

Runnymede Library, 2178 Bloor W

Screening of Kip Andersen's documentary about the most destructive industry facing the planet today. Discussion to follow. Free.

http://www.cowspiracy.com/

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Dr Strangelove Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb

Mon. March 14, 6 p.m. 

Croft Chapter House of University College (UC183) at 15 King’s College Circle, U of T

Classic anti-nuclear-bomb film by Stanley Kubrick featuring Peter Sellers. Political satire black comedy. We are looking for members for the 2016 / 2017 Executive for Science for Peace at U of T . Please let us know if you are interested in helping us to engage the U of T community and put on events during the next academic year. Contact Bryan Eelhart / Amil Davis at: sfp at physics.utoronto.ca.

http://scienceforpeace.ca/film-and-social 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dr._Strangelove  

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The Co-op Model: Shared Ownership and Social Innovation

Tues., March 15, 8:30 am - 10:30 am

Centre for Social Innovation Spadina, 215 Spadina Ave

$10/workshop or $25 for all three workshops (March 15, March 29, April 12)

In this series of three workshops, participants will learn about the distinctive features and values of co-operative enterprises; how these enterprises are structured and incorporated, with a focus on employee-owned co-operatives, and how succession planning can be used to transform an existing business into a co-operative enterprise.

bit.ly/1pF6dCN 

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Reel Activism - Is undercover entrapment undermining Canadian justice?

Tues., March 15, 7 p.m.

Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham St. (1 street west of Bathurst TTC station)

A Talk by Barrie Zwicker. Question: How many Mounties did it take to entrap two impoverished, addicted patsies in the 2013 Canada Day “terror plot” false flag sting? Answer: Two hundred and forty. Barrie Zwicker will follow up on Prof. Graeme MacQueen’s February’s Reel Activism which called for a full, independent public inquiry into the events of Oct. 20 and Oct. 22, 2014. Zwicker calls “Canada’s October Surprise” a false flag operation that was intended to push through passage of Bill C-51 and augment the fraudulent “war on terror.”  Read Zwicker’s important article on Truth and Shadows web-blog at: “Canada’s False Flag Terror: Fingerprints of U.S. Involvement” PWYC ($5-10 suggested)

http://beitzatoun.org/event/is-undercover-entrapment-undermining-canadian-justice/ 

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Just Eat It

Tues., March 15, 6:30 pm

OISE , 252 Bloor Street West 

Attend a free screening of JUST EAT IT, a film about a couple surviving only on discarded food. Learn about food waste reduction and waste management in Toronto.

http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-screening-of-just-eat-it-tickets-22578620261 

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The Social Origins of Human Rights: Protesting Political Violence in Colombia's Oil Capital

Wed., March 16, 7 - 9 pm

University College, 15 King’s College Circle, U of T

Free public lecture by Luis van Isschot, historian of modern Latin America, specializing in the study of social movements, political violence and human rights.

http://scienceforpeace.ca/the-social-origins-of-human-rights-protesting-political-violence-in-colombia-s-oil-capital 

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Consent Culture Call In: Can't Touch This (Without Asking) 

Wed. March 17, noon - 3 p.m.

St James campus, 200 King St. E., Quiet Lounge rm.150F

Get the basics of consent down with this inclusive intro. This FREE workshop will use activities and discussions to cover language, boundaries, myths and realities. This workshop is a part of the Community Action Centre's Consent Culture Call In Series. Consent means everyone is on board with what’s going on. Consent culture is a way of living our lives that normalizes and centres mutual consent, at work, play and beyond.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1150886381588729 

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Women and Their Wheels: An evening to talk about women and cycling

Thurs., March 17, 7 - 9 pm

Music Room, Hart House, U of T

>From ditching corsets to demanding the right to vote, the bicycle has played a surprising and vital role in women's history. Join Bikechain for a fun and insightful exploration of the many ways that women and bikes make a great combination. After the presentations, there will be plenty of time for mingling, snacking, and keeping the conversation going.

https://www.facebook.com/events/585668448263225/ 

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Policing: Thinking about social justice

Thur. March 17, 6 p.m.

St. Luke's Church, 353 Sherbourne Street

With Lesley Wood - Why do the cops target poor communities and communities of colour? - Do your rights matter? - What are police strategies and tactics in criminalizing dissent?

http://ocap.ca/node/1273

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Seed Starting Workshop

Thur. March 17, 6:15-8:45 pm

Foodshare, 90 Croatia

Learn essential techniques for growing strong seedlings, make your own biodegradable, ready-to-plant seed starter pots and take home a seed tray with potted seeds and seedlings. $70 (stu/srs discounts available). 

Pre-register: 416-363-6441

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Plutocracy: Political Repression in the U.S.A .

Fri., March 18, 7 pm

OISE 5-260, 252 Bloor Street West 

A comprehensive examination of early American history through a class perspective lens. This film focuses on the ways in which the American people have historically been divided on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex and skill level. Includes sections on Mother Jones, the American Constitution; the Civil War draft riots; Reconstruction; Industrialization; the evolution of the police; the robber barons; early American labor unions; and major mid-to-late 19th Century labor events including the uprising of 1877, the Haymarket Affair, the Homestead strike and the New Orleans General Strike.

http://socialistaction.ca/tag/rebel-films/  

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Banff Mountain Film Festival: World Tour 2016 

Fri., March 18, 7:30 pm

Bloor Cinema, 506 Bloor St W

The Alpine Club of Canada Toronto Section is once again bringing the spirit of outdoor adventure and mountain culture to Toronto. This year’s World Tour features the best mountain films of the year, showcasing amazing filmmaking talent from the world over to an audience that spans the globe.

http://www.torontobanfffilmfest.org

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Stop the War — Bring the Troops Home Now — Stop Islamophobia

Sat., March 19, 1 pm

Office of Chrystia Freeland, 344 Bloor St. W. (Near Spadina station)

Honour the 13th anniversary of the US invasion of Iraq which devastated the country and helped lay the foundation for the crisis that we see in the region today. Groups around the world have called for demonstrations to say no to war and no to racism. In Toronto we will be meeting at the office of Liberal MP Chrystia Freeland to call for all Canadian troops to be brought home. We need to stand up against this endless war.

https://www.facebook.com/events/351313914992861/ 

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North York Really Really Free Market

Sat., March 19, 10 am - 3 pm

Bring things you don't want or need, and take things you do want or need. You don't need to bring anything to take anything. These items can be anything, from clothing, books and DVDs, to kitchenware, electronics, and food – whatever you want others to have (including services!) Please only bring items in clean and working condition, and no large items such as furniture. 

https://northyorkrrfm.wordpress.com 

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Earth Hour in Ward 13

Sat., March 19, 7:30 pm

Heritage York’s Lambton House, 4066 Old Dundas Street

Power down for Green 13’s 8th annual Earth Hour celebration, in partnership with Heritage York. Activities include a candlelight walk - weather permitting, acoustic music with George Linton, refreshments, and more.

http://green13toronto.org/event/earth-hour-2016-ward-13 

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#SmartAfrica Women's Forum

Sat. March 19, 2 - 5 p.m.

YWCA, 87 Elm, Nancy's Auditorium

To commemorate International Women's Day, the Canadian Human Rights Voice and Almas Jiwani Foundation host the 3rd Annual Women’s Rights Seminar. Talks on sexual & reproductive rights, women in business and politics, human trafficking and more with guest speakers Sharmila Setaram, Sonia Aimy, Jean Augustine and others. Free. 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smart-africa-3rd-annual-womens-rights-seminar-tickets-20661845135 

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Seedy Sunday 

Sun., March 20, 10 am - 3 pm

Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview

Bring your seeds and exchange with fellow gardeners, buy seeds from vendors, attend talks & workshops and more. Free.

http://www.evergreen.ca/whats-on/event-details/12089/ 

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How to Organize a Great Direct Action

Sun., March 20, 1 - 6 pm

OISE, 252 Bloor St. West. 

Direct Action is a crucial tool used by many social movements. Learn the skills necessary for organizing and participating in a direct action. The workshop will cover basic action strategy and planning, group decision-making, roles and responsibilities, execution and post-action follow up.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-organize-a-great-direct-action-tickets-21259002248 

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8th Annual Totally Fabulous Vegan Bake-Off

Sun., March 20, 2 - 5 pm

Professional and home bakers have entered in a friendly competition by submitting their most extravagant vegan baked goods. Take this opportunity to taste and test these delicious and compassionate baked goods to determine a totally fabulous winner.

http://bakeoff.veg.ca/# <http://bakeoff.veg.ca/#&panel1-2> &panel1-2 

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Teachings of Cacao & Traditional Chocolate-Making

Sun. March 20, 5 - 6 p.m.

ChocoSol, 1131 St. Clair Ave W.

Join ChocoSol for an intimate exploration into traditional chocolate making techniques rooted in Indigenous Mesoamerican traditions: stone ground using metate y mano. We will also be making and drinking xocolatl (Mayan drinking chocolate). ChocoSol’s Founder Michael Sacco will be speaking about his PhD research into the teachings of cacao and the spiritual ecology of forest gardens. Come participate in an intercultural ChocoSol experience through the art and practice of chocolate-making. $20

https://www.universe.com/events/teachings-of-cacao-traditional-chocolate-making-tickets-toronto-47S095 

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ChocoSol Spring Equinox Celebration & Open House

Sun. March 20, 6 - 11 p.m.

ChocoSol, 1131 St. Clair Ave W

Join ChocoSol for our Spring Equinox gathering as we take pause on this day and night of equal lengths. Let’s join together to reflect on the transition out from winter hibernation to spring awakening. We will be serving Mayan drinking chocolate, bites of eating chocolate, and savoury maize-based food made fresh in our Maize Kitchen! PWYC, suggested $20.

https://www.universe.com/events/chocosol-spring-equinox-celebration-open-house-tickets-toronto-5BZ4KR

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Shape My City Events

http://shapemycity.ca/events.php 

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Beit Zatoun Events

http://beitzatoun.org/events/ 

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Hot Docs

Bloor Cinema (Bloor and Bathurst)

http://bloorcinema.com/ 

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NOW magazine hosts a very comprehensive online events listing 

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

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