T.O. Greenspiration Events: Feeding the planet

Mon Oct 10 23:39:58 EDT 2016

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Canada officially ratifies historic Paris climate agreement
Fantastic! The Paris agreement to curb carbon will now come into force Nov. 4th. Thank you Liberals, NDP and Green Party MPs that supported our signing. Shame on the conservatives who refused to support it.
http://www.nationalobserver.com/2016/10/05/news/canada-officially-ratifies-historic-paris-climate-agreement

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The Traffic Hierarchy
One is not born a motorist, one becomes one.
http://www.socialistproject.ca/bullet/1308.php

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Don't Let Urban Sprawl into the Greenbelt
Send a letter to Wynne and Mauro here
http://www.protectthegreenbelt.ca/?recruiter_ID=54

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The pill is linked to depression – and doctors can no longer ignore it
Researchers found that women taking the combined oral contraceptive were 23% more likely to be diagnosed with depression and those using progestin-only pills (also known as “the mini-pill”) were 34% more likely. Teens were at the greatest risk of depression, with an 80% increase when taking the combined pill, and that risk is two-fold with the progestin-only pill. In addition, other hormone-based methods commonly offered to women seeking an alternative to the pill – such as the hormonal IUS/coil, the patch and the ring – were shown to increase depression at a rate much higher than either kind of oral contraceptives.
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/oct/03/pill-linked-depression-doctors-hormonal-contraceptives

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Environmental housing needed
No wifi. No pesticides. No toxic cleaning materials. Lots of love.
Call Diane: 416 551 7259

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The Watershed
September 28 – October 30
Tarragon Theatre, Mainspace, 30 Bridgman Avenue (near Dupont and Bathurst)
Annabel, a Montreal documentary theatre artist, leads her own family on a cross-country journey investigating the forces that are shaping the future of our natural resources. Encountering leading freshwater scientists, government officials, activists, and business leaders along the way, The Watershed captures an increasingly polarized Canada in a moment of political reflection. Friends of the Green Line are invited to receive 50% off tickets to Annabel Soutar’s groundbreaking, environmental documentary play. Just use coupon code GREENLINE at checkout for 50% off tickets to all performances from September 27 to October 11th. 
http://www.tarragontheatre.com/show/the-watershed/

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#GirlsBelongHere
Sun. - Tues. Oct 9 - 11, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Eaton Centre 220 Yonge, Level 1 (outside the Gap).
Plan Canada presents an installation with chairs that symbolize Canada’s decision-making seats and mirrors that allow girls to see themselves in those powerful seats at this celebration of International Day of the Girl. 
facebook.com/becauseiamagirlcanada

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The Winning of the Carbon War - power and politics on the front lines of climate and clean energy
Tuesday, October 11, 6:15 – 8:15 p.m.
Runnymede Library – 2178 Bloor Street West
Free screening & discussion. Humanity is in a race, a kind of civil war. Green 13's October movie will be Jeremy Leggett presenting some of the key reasons he believes the world is starting to win the carbon war. He will document the political battles being fought, and won, on the frontlines of climate and energy policy. The video will be followed by an open discussion about his findings and potential implications for Canada.
http://www.green13toronto.org/event/winning-carbon-war

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From Standing Rock to Line 9: climate justice now
Wed. Oct. 12, 7 - 9 pm.
Steelworkers Hall, 25 Cecil
Indigenous land defenders are on the front lines opposing tar sands pipelines across the continent. There have been some important victories but the fight is far from over. Come and hear two leading activists about the actions and the fight for climate justice.
Speakers: -Crystal Sinclair, activist with Idle No More Toronto, recently returned from the Standing Rock protests -Myeengun Henry, elder and activist with the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, who have an upcoming Supreme Court challenge against Line 9.
Pay what you can, all proceeds go to the Chippewas of the Thames legal defence fund 
https://www.facebook.com/events/1065271123591910/

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What is Terror, Who are the Terrorists, and Why do they use Terror?
With Martin Klein, Professor emeritus of History
Wed. Oct. 12, 7 - 9 pm 
Room 52 of University College (basement, east wing), 15 King’s College Circle, U of T
Science for Peace presents this free public lecture
https://www.facebook.com/events/691218967697127/

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Mass Delegation to End HSF (Housing Stabilization Fund) Discrimination
Wed. Oct. 12, 1 - 3 p.m.
Toronto City Hall (Queen and Bay)
Sponsored by OCAP (Ontario Coalition Against Poverty). We've just launched a report exposing how the City is systematically discriminating against disabled people and families with children in administering the Housing Stabilization Fund. The obscene practice affects over 30,000 social assistance recipients who apply to the fund each year. 
https://ocaptoronto.wordpress.com/2016/10/08/new-report-left-in-the-lurch-action/
https://www.facebook.com/events/298763490510725/?active_tab=posts

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Social Media for Events and Actions: Strategizing for Maximum Impact 
Thursday, October 13, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
University of Toronto
Planning an event or action and want to get the maximum online impact? This workshop explores the key elements to a solid social media strategy, specifically when planning an offline action or an event. As part of this workshop participants are encouraged to bring relevant upcoming events to discuss how best to promote these online.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/social-media-for-events-and-actions-strategizing-for-maximum-impact-tickets-27201156391

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Salon 27 - Truth & Reconciliation in Toronto 
Thur. October 13, 6 - 9 p.m. Panel discussion to begin at 6:30pm.  Social Mixer from 8:00-9:00pm with light refreshments provided
YWCA - 87 Elm St., Nancy's Auditorium
Toronto has the largest Indigenous urban population in Canada.  What does Truth and Reconciliation mean in our particular urban context? Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam will moderate a panel discussion with four leaders from Toronto's Indigenous communities to hear their insights about building an inclusive city. The conversation will focus on moving forward and the need for change including Indigenous place making, visibility, and representation. Featured Panelists: Susan Blight – Artist and Activist; Sam Kloetstra – Youth Coordinator, Toronto Indigenous Health Advisory Circle; Sarah Midanik – Executive Director, Native Women's Resource Centre; Andre Morriseau – Director, Awards and Stakeholder Relations, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Businesses (CCAB)
http://www.ward27news.ca/salon_27_truth_reconciliation_in_toronto

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Town Hall on Housing - with MP Adam Vaughan
Thur. Oct. 13, 7 - 9 pm
Alexandra Park Community Centre, 105 Grange Court
All Canadians deserve access to housing that meets their needs and that they can afford. On June 28, 2016, the Liberal government officially launched National Housing Strategy consultations as the next step toward establishing a vision for housing in Canada. The National Housing Strategy will look at the entire housing system in Canada, from homelessness, to shelters, to social and affordable housing, to rental housing and homeownership. Housing is the cornerstone of building sustainable, inclusive communities and a strong Canadian economy where we can prosper and thrive. After the town hall, my office will be sharing a detailed summary of the discussion with the National Housing Strategy Team at CMHC. If you are unable to attend the town hall, but would still like to provide your input, you can submit your ideas online via www.LetsTalkHousing.ca. Please submit your ideas by October 21, 2016. 
Adam.Vaughan.C1D at parl.gc.ca 

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Resetting the Table - Food Secure Canada´s 9th Assembly 
Thur. Oct. 13 - Sun. Oct. 16
16 Ryerson, 350 Victoria 
This Assembly promises to be our most exciting, diverse and largest yet, nested in a city where the food movement thrives in every neighbourhood. Whether you are a chef, a farmer, a student, a community health organizer, a policy maker, an activist or a business person, Resetting the Table will have a place for you.
http://foodsecurecanada.org/resetting-the-table

Decolonizing The Table – An Evening On Indigenous Food Sovereignty
Thur. Oct. 13, 7 - 9 pm.
Ryerson Library Bldg, 350 Victoria
Discussion by Indigenous leaders from across Canada exploring the frontline stories and struggles of Indigenous peoples as distinct nations who are working to build food sovereignty. Launch event for FSC's Resetting The Table Conference. 7-9 pm. $20 (low-income $5, no one turned away) Proceeds will be used to support the work of the Northern and Remote Food program of Food Secure Canada.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/decolonizing-the-table-an-evening-on-indigenous-food-sovereignty-tickets-28194604822

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Colombia: Post-Agreements and Political Prisoners
Thursday, October 13, 7:30 pm
OISE, 252 Bloor St W, Room 4-420
Film screening and discussion about Colombia's ongoing struggle for peace, freedom and socialism with Coalición Larga Vida a las Mariposas and Colombian political refugee activists.
Co-sponsors: Young Communist League-Toronto, Coalición Larga Vida a las Mariposas, Toronto Association for Peace and Solidarity, Fundación para la Solidaridad y la Defensa con la Población Carcelaria 
https://www.facebook.com/events/355207298155344/

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The Occupation of the American Mind
Friday, October 14, 7 pm 
OISE Rm. 5-280, 252 Bloor W.
Israel's ongoing military occupation of Palestinian territory and its repeated invasions of the Gaza strip have triggered a fierce backlash against Israeli policies virtually everywhere in the world — except the United States (and Canada). The Occupation of the American Mind takes an eye-opening look at this critical exception, zeroing in on pro-Israel public relations efforts within the U.S. Narrated by Roger Waters and featuring leading observers of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, the film explores how the Israeli government, the U.S. government, and the pro-Israel lobby have joined forces, often with very different motives, to shape American media coverage of the conflict in Israel's favor. Guy Fogel, born in Israel, a long time socialist and a member of NDP Momentum, will open the discussion.
https://socialistaction.ca/2016/09/21/rebel-films-fall-2016-schedule/

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Basic Income: What is it and what could it mean for social assistance?
Fri. Oct. 14, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Webinar
The provincial government is moving forward on creating a basic income pilot program (http://bit.ly/2cL1Nbr) .What is a “basic income”? And what could it mean for people on social assistance? Join us for a webinar that explores some of the reasons people support a basic income program, some of the benefits, risks, and opportunities that it could bring, and the 6 key questions that people on social assistance and their allies should ask when examining a proposal for a basic income program. The provincial government will be releasing a report from Hugh Segal, the Special Advisor on Basic Income, in mid-October. They will also be asking for input and debate on the recommendations in his report. We hope that the issues raised in this webinar will help you prepare for that process. The webinar is hosted by ISAC and CLEO’s Your Legal Rights.
Register today at this link: http://bit.ly/2dkYXcc  For more information on this webinar visit: http://bit.ly/2dkk4ul  Read on our site » (http://bit.ly/2cL2iSN)
http://bit.ly/2cVZC3c

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Cycle Toronto Rides Bloor-Danforth
Saturday, October 15, 11 am
25km route or a family-friendly 10km route. Ride with us and be part of the movement for safe streets. By registering now, you agree to donate or fundraise at least $75. All donations of $30 or more can be put toward a Cycle Toronto membership. A fundraiser for Cycle Toronto. Register here:
https://www.cycleto.ca/civicrm/contribute/campaign?action=add&reset=1&pageId=31&component=contribute

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Bill C-246: Modernizing Animal Protections Act
With MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith
Sat. Oct. 15, 1:30 p.m.
OISE, 252 Bloor W, Room 8-220
Humanist Association of Toronto presents this talk

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Feeding the Planet: World’s First Rooftop Farm
Sunday, October 16, 7 - 9 pm (Doors open at 6:30pm)
Friends House, 60 Lowther Ave. (St. George TTC Bedford exit, 1 block North)
On World Food Day – a day focused on increasing awareness of world hunger and poverty and to inspire solutions for world change – the Festival will feature innovative and ingenious approaches that are helping to secure our food supply against the challenges faced as a result of climate change, including: How a Rooftop Farm Feeds a City -- Mohamed Hage, agriculture and technology enthusiast, founder of Lufa Farms, shares his story on how and why he created the first commercial rooftop greenhouse in the world. Discussion Focus: How do we improve access to affordable and healthy food from field to table? And what are local groups doing to help us reach that vision?
http://www.tcff.ca/about/

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Pickering Nuclear Station: 12 more years or time to call it quits?
With speakers: Ian Fairlie, expert on radioactivity; Jack Gibbons, energy economist with Ontario Clean Air Alliance; and John Coo, Green Cross Canada.
Wednesday, October 26, 7 - 9 pm
Beit Zatoun, 612 Markham (near Bloor and Bathurst))
Pickering is one of the world’s oldest, largest and highest-cost nuclear stations. Its 6 operating reactors are surrounded by 2.2 million people (within 30 kms). Designed to last 30 years, it’s now 45, and OPG is applying for a licence to run it till it’s 57. To add insult to injury, Pickering’s power is surplus energy, and we subsidize the station $900 million per year to keep open. Meanwhile, it has a long history of accidents. What are the safety, health and economic concerns of running Pickering to the ground? Why would we risk an accident when we have lower-cost renewable options including conservation and water power from Quebec? What about thyroid cancer and the KI pills issued by OPG?
Learn more and sign our petition to close Pickering. http://www.cleanairalliance.org/close-pickering/
https://www.facebook.com/events/164556970662161/

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Beit Zatoun Events
http://beitzatoun.org/events/

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Centre for Social Innovation Events
http://socialinnovation.ca/community/events/listing

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Shape My City Events
http://shapemycity.ca/events.php

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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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