T.O. Greenspiration Events: Imagine

Angela Bischoff angela at cleanairalliance.org
Sun Oct 29 20:01:35 EDT 2017 

 
Please sign my petition calling for Ontario to accept Quebec’s offer of a 20-year supply of low-cost renewable water power. 
Doing so would save us $12 billion – and no radioactive waste!
www.BuyQuebecPower.ca <http://www.BuyQuebecPower.ca/> 
 
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On Contact - with Chris Hedges
Author and social critic Chris Hedges hosts a weekly interview show called ‘On Contact,’ which will air “dissident voices” currently missing from the mainstream media. Hedges interviews the black sheep of the establishment, leading discussions that can’t be heard anywhere else.
https://www.rt.com/shows/on-contact/
 
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Hatewatch: Neo-Nazis in Nathan Phillips Square
Hatewatch is a new column that will run bi-weekly, tracking the rise of hate groups and their activities in and around Toronto.
https://torontoist.com/2017/10/hatewatch-nazis-in-nathan-phillips-square/
 
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Economic Impact Study of Bike Lanes on Bloor 
Despite the removal of approximately 160 on-street parking spots and one traffic lane, most merchants reported a higher number of customers than before the bike lane’s installation, visitors gave higher estimates of spending and visit frequency, and vacancy rates were stable. The study also found that fewer than 10% or shoppers drive. Walking remains the most popular travel choice (48%), but cycling almost tripled, growing from 7% to 20%. Over 90% of customers were thus unaffected by the reduced capacity for cars.
http://www.tcat.ca/knowledge-centre/economic-impact-study-of-bike-lanes-in-torontos-bloor-annex-and-korea-town-neighbourhoods/
 
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Ontario 'chose to allow' poisoning of 2 northern First Nations, environmental watchdog says in report
Dianne Saxe's annual report includes history of mercury poisoning at Grassy Narrows, Wabaseemoong
http://www.cbc.ca/beta/news/canada/thunder-bay/ontario-environmental-commissioner-report-1.4368920
 
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Towards a Suburban Renaissance: A New Agenda for our City Suburbs
Wed. Nov. 1, 6:30 - 9 p.m.
JC´s Banquet Hall, 1686 Ellesmere Road, Scarborough
The Institute for New Suburbanism (INS) will host this evening workshop to discuss suburban poverty. Our keynote speakers will be Paul Hunter and John Stapleton. With rising home prices, online retailers displacing local retail worker jobs, and the off-shoring of manufacturing jobs, suburban GTHA politicians and planners are challenged to maintain the quality of life for all residents in suburban communities.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/towards-a-suburban-renaissance-a-new-agenda-for-our-city-suburbs-tickets-38397986411
 
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Jihad & Co: Black Markets and Islamist Power
With Aisha Ahmad, Assistant Professor of Political Science, U. of Toronto
Wed. Nov. 1, 7 pm
Room 140, University College, 15 King's College Circle, U of T
Dr Ahmad will speak about her new book. For it, she interviewed many jihadi warriors and can tell us about the source of their power, and their dealings on the black market. A Science for Peace lecture. 
www.scienceforpeace.ca/1157
 
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Zero Waste Conference Livestream
Wed. Nov 1, 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas E
All-day drop-in event in conjunction with the Metro Vancouver conference including local into booths plus an interactive livestream of the main event. Free. 
tozerowaste2017.eventbrite.ca
 
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Antisemitism, Islamophobia and Racism in the Trump Era
Thursday, Nov. 2, 4:30 - 6 p.m.
OISE Peace Lounge, 7th floor, 252 Bloor W
With antisemitism, Islamophobia, racism, white supremacy and Holocaust denial on the rise, it is crucial to explore the intersections of historical facts with mass media distortion and propaganda. This session will include dynamic speakers with expertise in anti-racism and human rights who will expose and confront the distortions in the current discourse, and set the tone for an important discussion on how to enhance social justice education in a truly inclusive way during this pivotal time in our history. Presented by OISE/UT Enhancing Social Justice Education Project
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/truth-vs-post-truth-fact-vs-alt-fact-tickets-37332066215
 
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What can I say to help someone change?
Thur. Nov. 2, 6 - 8 p.m.
Centre for Social Innovation - Spadina, 215 Spadina Ave
Tackling climate change is daunting. How do we solve a global problem when it seems like so many people are disengaged? As environmentally-minded people we generally voice our reasons to change with people. Behavioural sciences tell us these reasons need to come from our audiences. This workshop will introduce concepts in the behavioural sciences, helping our participants understand how to motivate change in others. Participants will practice proven behavioural techniques in this interactive learning experience. $15 advance, $20 at the door
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/motivational-interviewing-skills-training-workshops-tickets-36557376096?aff=es2
 
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Pearson's Four Faces Of Peace: Power, Policy, Prosperity & People
Thur. Nov 2, 5 - 7 p.m.
Isabel Bader Theatre, 93 Charles W (near Bloor and Avenue Rd)
Commemorating the 60th anniversary of Lester B. Pearson's Nobel Peace Prize, 4 former Foreign Affairs ministers explore Lester B. Pearson's legacy in the conduct of Canada's foreign affairs, past, present and future. Our Panel of Experts consist of The Right Honourable Joe Clark, The Honourable Lloyd Axworthy, The Honourable Bill Graham & The Honourable Barbara McDougall. Free
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pearsons-four-faces-of-peace-power-policy-prosperity-people-tickets-38417622142?aff=es2
 
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17th Diaspora Film Festival
Thur. - Mon., Nov. 2 - Nov. 6
Carlton Cinema and Innis Town Hall
Award winning films from around the world about diversity and culture. Films in English or w/ English subtitles. Opens with the Canadian Premiere of TEHRAN TABOO. Nominated for Golden Camera, Cannes Film Festival 2017, Tehran Taboo presents the underground lives of Iranian people under restricted religious laws.
http://diasporafilmfest.com/
 
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Book Launch: The Other Mrs. Smith
With author Bonnie Burstow
Fri. November 3, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Nexus Lounge, 12th Floor, OISE, 252 Bloor West
Bonnie Burstow's latest novel describes in powerful narrative, the harmful effects of electroshock (ECT). It traces the life experiences of a once highly successful woman who falls prey to electroshock and subsequently struggles to piece back together her life. Readings, Speeches, and ECT Survivor Speak-out. Speakers include: Bonnie Burstow, Indigenous Elder Vern Harper, Nina Bascia, MPP Cheri DiNovo, Sim Kapoor. Sponsored by: Dept of Leadership, Higher, & Adult Education, Inanna Publications, Coalition Against Psychiatric Assault, Centre for Women’s Studies in Education
 
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>From Czar to Lenin     
1937 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 8 minutes.  
Friday, November 3, 7 p.m.  
OISE, room 5-150, U of T, 252 Bloor Street W, above the St. George Subway Station.  
A cinematic account, narrated by Max Eastman, of the Russian Revolution.  It starts at the mass uprising in March 1917, and goes through the Bolshevik-led insurrection eight months later.  Barry Weisleder, co-editor of Socialist Action newspaper, will make a presentation to lead off the discussion to mark the 100th anniversary of the Russian Revolution. Everyone is welcome.  $4 donation is requested.  
www.socialistaction.ca   
 
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Whole Life Expo
Fri. Nov. 3, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. 
Sat. Nov. 4, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sun. Nov 5, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. W
Canada's largest showcase of natural health, alternative medicine, and green living, this event plays host to over 180 exhibitors and 85 speakers from across North America and beyond.
http://www.wholelifecanada.com/
 
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Rendevous with Madness
Nov. 3 - 11
The 25th edition of the first and largest mental health film festival, which uses art to investigate and to illuminate the realities and mythologies surrounding mental health and addiction issues. Join us for films that track the shifts necessary to illuminating our understanding of how the brain works. Or, in some cases, doesn’t.
 
Mad to be Normal - dramatic portrait of the radical Scottish ‘anti-psychiatrist’ R.D. Laing
Screening Fri. Nov. 3, 7 p.m. and again Sat. Nov. 4, 11 a.m.
http://www.rendezvouswithmadness.ca/festival2017/
 
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Toronto Pig Save All-Day Vigil
Sun. Nov. 5, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vigil with special guest James Aspey to bear witness to the pigs and talk to activists.
https://www.facebook.com/TorontoPigSave
 
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EcoFair at the Barns 2017
Sunday, Nov. 5, 11 am - 4 pm
Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street (near St. Claire)
The EcoFair is a free, family-friendly event that informs and inspires greener choices in our homes and communities.  Learn about and celebrate the exciting programs, products and services of over 40 environmental nnot-for-profit organizations and eco-friendly businesses. 
·         Attend eco-workshops & activities
·         Test drive an electric car
·         Have fun at the kids’ activities
·         Recycle your electronics
·         Bring in your bike and clothing for repairs
·         Explore solar and geothermal energy & conservation
·         Discover sustainable investing
·         Enjoy healthy delicious food
https://ecofairtoronto.org/
Special events during the day listed here:
https://ecofairtoronto.org/activities/ 
 
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Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup
Sunday, November 5, 10 am – noon
Riverdale Park West
Meeting Point: Please meet at 10.15am at Park entrance (499 Carlton St)
Shoreline Cleanup events are a not only a great chance to meet like-minded people, they encourage us get outside and enjoy nature together, raise awareness around the amount of trash we produce, while encouraging community action and environmental stewardship in our society. Join the Sierra Club team. For questions or to RSVP, please contact us at: ontariochapter at sierraclub.ca.
http://shorelinecleanup.ca/cleanups/156xn. 
 
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Imagine: John Lennon 
Sun. Nov. 5, 4:15 p.m.
Bloor Hot Docs, 506 Bloor W.
Nothing gives you a better or more intimate impression of the real John Lennon than this acclaimed 1988 documentary. A comprehensive window into the legendary musician’s life and career as well as his private life, Imagine: John Lennon follows the trials and triumphs of his time with The Beatles, solo work and partnership with Yoko Ono.
http://boxoffice.hotdocs.ca/WebSales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=68169~fff311b7-cdad-4e14-9ae4-a9905e1b9cb0&ep=1
 
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KAIROS Blanket Exercise
Sun. Nov 5, noon - 2 p.m.
St George the Martyr, 197 John (just north of Queen)
The KAIROS Blanket Exercise is a meaningful interactive presentation that highlights the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada across history. It will be led by Indigenous elder Esther Wesley. Soup & salad at noon, Blanket Exercise at 12:30 pm. Please bring a blanket or sheet if able. Free.
stgeorgethemartyr.ca/events
 
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Toxic Threat: Radioactive Waste on Indigenous Lands
Wed. Nov. 8, 5 - 7 p.m.
Upper Library, Massey College, 4 Devonshire Pl, U of T (near St. George and Hoskins/Harbord)
Join us in a discussion with Indigenous leaders and allies about a recent proposal to transport and dump radioactive waste on Indigenous lands. 
 
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We Want a Renewable Ontario - First Nations and allies unite
Thur. Nov. 9, noon
Queen's Park (college and University)
Join us for this public assembly at Queen's Park:
- to call for the phase out rather than the rebuilding of Ontario’s nuclear stations;
- to protest the proposed burial and abandonment of nuclear waste on First Nations territories, potentially poisoning the waterways, soil and air forever with radioactive contamination;
- to protest the proposed abandonment of nuclear waste along major bodies of water in Chalk River and Kincardine;
- and to call for a 100% renewable future.
Renewables are do-able! We want wind, water and solar power – not rebuilt and extended nuclear stations which are expensive, dangerous, and produce deadly radioactive wastes that will remain hazardous for hundreds of thousands of years.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1686438718054180/
 
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http://theenergymix.com/
 
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The Green Majority
Live Eco Radio Show every Friday from 11 am - Noon CIUT 89.5 FM
greenmajority.ca
 
Three Women
Feminist Radio every Monday 4 - 5 p.m. CIUT 89.5 FM
 
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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)
https://hotdocscinema.ca/ 
 
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NOW magazine hosts a very comprehensive online events listing 
https://nowtoronto.com/search/event/community-events/
 
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