Greenspiration News & Events: Canada needs to look forward, not backwards

Mon Sep 21 12:57:58 UTC 2026

INTERNATIONAL

Must watch: How modern fascism works | End Times Fascism | Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor - 10 min. film

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aK2nLNiFEAQ

Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor EXPOSE ‘End Times Fascism’ - 58 min. podcast

https://youtube.com/watch?v=gIfX5qHorBQ&si=egL4YmZchU67dXsm

Does Proximity to Nuclear Power Plants Increase Cancer Risk?

New research finds correlation between disease and living close to a facility

https://gsas.harvard.edu/news/does-proximity-nuclear-power-plants-increase-cancer-risk

Three Mile Island: Legacy and Re-Opening Resistance

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_ABRA2m_AE

Climate Round-up by Chris Hatch

AI and End Times Fascism, roll backs of Canadian climate policies, Canada Investment Summit, Melting glaciers, EVs power up

https://mailchi.mp/nationalobserver/lntwqyupc5?e=02591b0337

Arctic Council at 30: Circumpolar cooperation put on thin ice by NATO’s Arctic Sentry

Thirty years ago, there was a vision for peace and progress in the world’s arctic region. Today, it is becoming another geopolitical flashpoint between NATO and Russia.

https://rabble.ca/politics/canadian-politics/arctic-council-at-30-circumpolar-cooperation-put-on-thin-ice-by-natos-arctic-sentry/ 

The Pentagon just admitted it: weapons are already in space

Canada has spent 40 years saying no to this. Carney just said yes.

https://substack.com/inbox/post/216321881

CANADA

Canada needs to look forward, not backwards on economy and environment

The government seems to be prepared to declare that there are no rules with respect to the environment, health, safety, or anything else within the federal jurisdiction that cannot be modified or completely set aside in or order to attract ‘investment’ to Canada, and facilitate rapid project approvals.

https://markwinfield.substack.com/p/nostalgia-is-not-a-strategy

Canada is now more than 20 years behind its 2030 target, with net zero nowhere in sight

https://440megatonnes.ca/insight/net-zero-canada-more-than-20-years-behind-2030-target/

Solar panel recycling fee just more UCP obstruction

The UCP government’s announcement to introduce a $14 per solar panel recycling fee on Oct. 1, is but the latest salvo in an ongoing effort to thwart any chance of meaningful environmental stewardship in the province of Alberta. 

https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-ucp-solar-panel-recycling-fee

Think twice: A citizen’s guide to artificial intelligence in Canada

The harms of the AI industry outweigh the speculative benefits of AI adoption. Canadians should be prepared to push back. By Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

https://www.policyalternatives.ca/news-research/think-twice-a-citizens-guide-to-artificial-intelligence-in-canada/

Why say No to AI data centres?

By ClimateFast

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ws24C76P0fqd1UpF0Pmz1fLBX8hGnZARd6tk7ZLD0k0/edit?tab=t.0

ONTARIO

Our Lake, Our Power

It’s time to lift Ontario’s offshore wind ban and put our Great Lakes winds to work.

https://www.instagram.com/reels/Ddb07fYKWnm/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUlEr9VtFNc

Mississauga council unanimously approves one-year moratorium on AI-data centres

https://thepointer.com/article/2026-09-17/residents-heard-loud-clear-mississauga-council-unanimously-approves-one-year-moratorium-on-ai-data-centres

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EVENTS

Join us for a peaceful rally #1000Women for "Care Not Warfare: Cut Military Spending" at the Prime Minister’s Office in Ottawa

Mon. Sept. 21, 4-5 p.m. 

80 Wellington St., Ottawa

To mark the United Nation’s International Day of Peace, help us oppose the Carney government's plan to increase military spending from $65 billion in 2025 to $150 billion by 2035 while cutting funding to other programs for women, environment & climate change, fisheries & oceans, etc. Organized by the Canadian Voice of Women for Peace (VOW), the Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom-Canada (WILPF) and the Raging Grannies Ottawa. Part of our campaign #1000women+ for #CareNotWarfare. Find out more at vowpeace.org and wilpfcanada.ca 

Global Week of Action for Peace and Climate Justice

21-27 September 2026

Divest from War – Invest in The Just Transition!

https://climatemilitarism.org/weekofaction/

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Seniors' Climate Witness—a week of public witness and nonviolent action in Ottawa

September 19–23

We're calling on the Government of Canada to reject new fossil fuel pipelines, uphold its climate commitments, respect Indigenous rights, and protect a livable future for our children, grandchildren, and future generations. Seniors Climate Witness are also doing many important nonviolent actions from September 19-September 22, please follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593905212099 and for more information, please contact organizer Michael Polanyi: mailto:michaelfdpolanyi at gmail.com  

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Thriving Foodscapes: How urban design shapes what we eat

Tues. Sept. 22, 11 a.m. ET

What we eat is shaped by more than personal preference, nutrition knowledge, or price. The design of our neighborhoods—where food is available and visible, how safely and comfortably we can reach it, and whether public spaces support gathering and eating together—also influences our daily food choices. This webinar introduces the Thriving Foodscapes Approach, developed by Gehl and Cities for Better Health. Through examples from cities around the world, we will explore how food places, public space, and public life intersect—and how you can uncover the barriers people face in establishing healthy food routines. Participants will learn how these insights can inspire practical changes to public space, programs, and policies that make healthier, more sustainable choices easier and more equitable.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_elK1XT9vRTO8bE84x8O_dg#/registration  

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Your Garden Your Superpower: How Gardeners Can Help Fight Climate Change

Tues. Sept. 22, 2 p.m. ET

Climate change is changing the way we garden — but the way we garden can also help us respond to climate change. Learn how thoughtful garden choices and management practices can help you build a climate-resilient garden, mitigate climate change, and make our world a better place.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0TLMabDGTCmyXjPUF_deDQ#/registration  

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Sudan: Where Is It Heading To?

Tues. Sept 22, 5 p.m. ET

Online and in person at OISE, 252 Bloor, Rm 2286, U of Toronto

Vladimir Zhagora joined the United Nations Secretariat in June 1988. Participated in the negotiations on the settlement of crises in South Africa, Somalia, conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia. For over 15 years was assigned to deal with the multiple crises in the Sudan, including between Northern and Southern Sudan, in Darfur and Eastern Sudan, in Eastern DRC, Kenya, Northern Uganda and Zimbabwe. In 2010-2012, participated in the activities of the African Union High-Level Implementation Panel (AUHIP) led by President Mbeki. Hosted by Science for Peace. 

Online registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6RElshy4SrOydTFXs6vzAQ#/registration  

In person registration: https://www.scienceforpeace.org/events-1/sudan-where-is-it-heading-to  

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River Run 2026: Walk with Grassy Narrows for Mercury Justice!

Wed. Sept. 23, noon ET

Grange Park, behind the AGO (Dundas and Beverly), Downtown Toronto

Grassy Narrows people are powerful leaders in the movement for Indigenous sovereignty and environmental justice. The community is home to the longest-running Indigenous blockade in Canadian history, which has helped save 15 million trees from being cut. Grassy Narrows has won major victories — including a 10-year logging ban, commitments to clean up the river, and a Mercury Care Home. But so much is still needed to right the wrong of mercury poisoning in Grassy Narrows. On Sept. 23, Grassy Narrows is calling on Ontario and Canada to:

- Compensate everyone in Grassy Narrows fairly for the mercury crisis.

- End the pollution by stopping the Dryden mill and ending mining and nuclear waste plans that threaten Grassy Narrows.

- Support Grassy Narrows in restoring their community and way of life from the damage that mercury has done.

Grassy Narrows is travelling 1,700 km to Toronto. Let's make sure thousands of us are there to stand with them.

https://actionnetwork.org/events/river-run-2026

https://freegrassy.net/

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Say No to AI Data Centres Virtual Town Hall

Wed. Sept. 23. 7 p.m. ET

Concerned about AI data centre development in Ontario? Interested in learning more and how to get involved in local advocacy to call on a moratorium? Join ClimateFast's virtual town hall.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/say-no-to-ai-data-centres-virtual-town-hall-tickets-1999739298072    

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Cancer around nukes?

Harvard expert presents and discusses

Thur. Sept. 24, 8 p.m. ET

This seminar hosted by Nuclear Energy Information Service will feature Dr. Yazan Alwadi who discovered a strong association between cancer incidence and proximity to plants for populations over 55 years old living within 5 km of a nuclear power plant. Alwadi will discuss his research findings, the focus of future research, and possible implications for nuclear power's future. He is an Environmental Epidemiologist, Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, and the lead author of four recent epidemiological studies examining health outcomes in populations living near nuclear power reactors in the US. The study results are sobering. 

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/le67EG8XRLGmDKpcPPq7mg#/registration

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Climate Coffee Toronto

Thur. Sept. 24, 8:30 – 10 a.m.

Centre for Social Innovation, 192 Spadina, Toronto

A monthly coffee meetup for anyone working in or curious about climate and sustainability. Part of the global Climate Coffee series, this event brings together founders, investors, operators, scientists, students, and others interested in the field.

https://luma.com/nlirxztr

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The Billionaire Problem

Thur. Sept. 24, 7 - 9 p.m.

Online OR at Isabel Theatre, Toronto

The world’s twelve richest billionaires hold more wealth than the poorest half of humanity combined. The forty richest billionaires increased their fortunes by nearly $95 billion in one year, while millions face rising costs and growing economic pressures. The rapidly widening divide between the ultra-rich and everybody else is reshaping Canadian life—from the price of homes and groceries to the future of our communities, economy, and democracy. Leading thinkers will explore the forces driving the concentration of economic power in Canada and beyond. From taxation and policy to outsized corporate influence, resource extraction, and affordability, speakers will look at how the wealth gap shapes decisions that affect our future. As a historic transfer of wealth approaches between generations, join us in Toronto or online for an increasingly urgent conversation about the impacts of extreme wealth concentration, as well as some ideas and policies that could help build a national economy where everyone can thrive.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-walrus-talks-the-billionaire-problem-tickets-1994952070345  

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Seven youth, seven years: What's next for the Mathur et al. v. Ontario climate case

Thur. Sept. 24, 5 p.m. ET

Hear from lawyers and youth litigants about the trajectory of the landmark youth-led Charter challenge. Learn background information about the case. There will be opportunities to ask questions and share your thoughts. Within a few days of the event, Ecojustice will send you a follow-up email with the link to the recording.

https://ecojustice-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SFzHoXuhQ5yOFU6EoKj-ZQ   

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Tkaronto Open

Sat. Sept. 26, 1 p.m. 

Union Station, Front St, Toronto

Indigenous Pow Wow-style dance competition in the heart of Toronto. A special gathering at Union Station's West Wing to celebrate Indigenous culture and present the highest level of showmanship among Indigenous Women’s Jingle Dress dancers through performance and competition. Free.

https://www.ffdnorth.com/tkaronto-open-iv 

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41st Take Back the Night

Sat. Sept. 26, 2 - 9 p.m. ET

640 Dundas St. E, Regent Park Green Space, Toronto

Take Back the Night is a community-based event that unites survivors and honours their stories as survivors of sexual violence, sexual assault, childhood sexual violence, domestic violence, and state violence - such as police brutality, racism, sexist oppression, and other forms of institutionalized violence and war. Hosted by Toronto Rape Crisis Centre.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DdTrOnKNH6O/

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