T.O. Greenspiration Events: Justice-Building across Movements

Sun Nov 10 22:17:57 EST 2019

Take Action to Say Ontario Is Not For Sale 

Our environment is under attack by the Ontario government. We can stop this. Tell Ontario that our endangered species, farmland and clean air and water are NOT FOR SALE!

https://ontarionotforsale.ca/ 

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Bill McKibben on U.S. Withdrawal from Paris Accord, California Fires, Climate Refugees & More

16 min. Democracy Now interview.

https://www.democracynow.org/2019/11/5/trump_admin_paris_climate_agreement_withdrawal 

George Monbiot; Ending Meat & Dairy Consumption Is Needed to Prevent Worst Impacts of Climate Change

15 min. Democracy Now interview.

https://www.democracynow.org/2018/11/29/george_monbiot_ending_meat_dairy_consumption

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We Stand Against the Coup in Bolivia 

Noam Chomsky and Vijay Prashad denounce the escalation of the coup attempt against democratically elected President Evo Morales

https://bit.ly/2NzLsHC

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Get lead out of Canada’s tap water

A year-long investigation involving over 120 journalists has uncovered extensive problems with drinking water across Canada. The contamination problem lies in lead service pipes that connect people’s homes to water mains. Petition.

https://north99.org/lead-drinking-water-canada/ 

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#ReclaimArmisticeDay

November 11 was proclaimed Armistice Day after World War I. But during the Korean War, the Congress rebranded it “Veterans Day” and turned the meaning on its head. For several years now, Veterans For Peace has been working to reclaim November 11 as Armistice Day, a day when we commit ourselves to abolishing war. Instead of celebrating militarism, we call for a celebration of peace and all of humanity. We demand an end to all forms of hate, patriarchy and white supremacy and we call for unity, fair treatment under the law and equality for all. We know Peace is Possible and call for an end to all oppressive and violent policies, and for equality for all people.

https://www.veteransforpeace.org/take-action/armistice-day 

Remembrance means committing ourselves to peace and justice

https://www.nationalobserver.com/2018/11/09/opinion/remembrance-means-committing-ourselves-peace-and-justice

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Addressing the Climate Elephant with Friends and Family

Mon. Nov. 11, 6 - 8 p.m.

Friends House, 60 Lowther Avenue

Tired of family gatherings that end with a tense discussion or eye rolling? Speaking with friends and family about climate change can be one of the most difficult conversations to hold. Join Carbon Conversations to learn how to approach the topic and how to have an effective conversation about climate change and what it means to each of us. This two-hour workshop is a safe space to address climate change concerns in our lives and personal relationships.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/addressing-the-climate-elephant-with-friends-and-family-tickets-75611218189

https://www.facebook.com/events/956050808084815/ 

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Courage Toronto - Opening Meeting

Mon. Nov. 11, 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Workers’ Action Centre, 720 Spadina Ave.

Many of you are a part of this community because the words "independent left" or "democratic socialism" or "eco-socialism" mean something to you. Or, they sure make you want to know more. We are launching a regional branch of Courage in the Toronto area. It’s time to mobilize the clarity of our ideas and push to decarbonize, decommodify, decolonize. Join with us to strategize, prioritize, and organize ourselves.

https://www.facebook.com/events/528127831360754/ 

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Emma's Last Visit - Emma Goldman in Toronto

Tues. Nov. 12, 7 p.m.

25 Cecil St.

The year 2020 will mark the 80th anniversary of the death of anarchist and feminist Emma Goldman in Toronto in May 1940. Deported from the United States in 1919, Goldman spent part of her exile in Toronto during the 1920s and 1930s. Join us for an evening of remembering and learning about Emma Goldman's life and death in Toronto. A production of the Toronto Workers' Theatre Group.

https://www.facebook.com/events/969167796785030/

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All Eyes On Nestlé 

Tues. Nov. 12, 7 - 9 p.m.

Wilson Hall, New College, 40 Willcocks St., U of T

Allies from Brazil and France, from communities impacted by Nestlé water taking, will speak about their experience opposing Nestlé. Learn more about how to take action to protect water around the world and Say No To Nestlé water bottling in Ontario. You may know that the government of Ontario’s is about to make a decision about permits for commercial water taking for bottling shortly. Join the Wellington Water Watchers at this event to find out more.

https://wellingtonwaterwatchers.nationbuilder.com/eyes-on-nestle-toronto   

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Heading for Extinction - A series + chat on the science behind the climate crisis

Tues. Nov. 12, 7 p.m.

OISE, 252 Bloor W, Room O12198, U of T

We are facing a climate catastrophe and the beginning of the world’s 6th mass extinction event. What does it all actually mean? What can you do? Join us for a discussion around the science with Extinction Rebellion + Science for Peace to get up to speed on the latest climate science and how we can prevent ecological + systems collapse. This is a bi-weekly event held at the University of Toronto. Each week we will cover a different topic. They include: Climate and Politics; Potential Solutions; Impacts on People; Impacts on Agriculture; Climate and the Military; Psychological Responses to the Climate Catastrophe

https://www.facebook.com/events/724424651336509/ 

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The Case for Indigenous Justice in Canada 

Tues. Nov 12, 7 - 8:00 p.m.

Toronto Reference Library

789 Yonge Street, Atrium

Com hear former Crown prosecutor and bestselling author Harold R. Johnson discuss his new book, Peace and Good Order. Inspired by the verdicts in the deaths of Colten Boushie and Tina Fontaine, Johnson has written a powerful critique and examination of Canada's justice system which explores the struggle for peace and dignity that Indigenous people face in this country. 

https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT413298&R=EVT413298 

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Waste Free Parenting Workshop

Tues. Nov. 12, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

The Workaround, 2080 Danforth Avenue

Join us for a humorous and inspirational event full of tips and tricks to minimize (or eliminate!) waste and save thousands of dollars with your new baby or toddler. You'll get a free resource guide to start your waste-free parenting journey, plus meet like-minded parents in your community!

https://www.diaperdad.ca/ 

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Toronto’s November Homeless Memorial 

Tues. Nov. 12, noon - 1 pm

Outdoors at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 19 Trinity Square, behind Eaton's Centre

Followed by a lunch indoors.

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What We Don’t Know About the Oceans Can Kill Us

Wed. Nov. 13, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Health Sciences Building 155 College Street 610 Auditorium, 6th Floor Toronto, ON M5T 1P8

Wendy Schmidt brings an optimistic approach to addressing critical ocean issues and provides a framework for viewing the ocean as part of an interactive living system, crucial to life on land. Join us as Wendy Schmidt describes how her investment in innovative solutions and support for scientific and technological breakthroughs is creating momentum for ocean health leading to the restoration of this vital planetary resource. To understand the ocean is to know with certainty why we need to care about it, no matter where we live.

This event is free, but registration is required.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/what-we-dont-know-about-the-oceans-can-kill-us-tickets-75310167739 

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Freaking about the climate - A talking circle

Wed. Nov. 13, 6 - 7:30 pm

Livelihood Café, 254 Augusta Ave. 

The science is terrifying, and the urgency has never been clearer, but the pace at which our world is changing isn't fast enough. This leaves many who understand the science and see the injustice happening around us very rightly freaked the f*ck out! Join Extinction Rebellion Toronto for a talking circle, where we can share our collective woes and discuss ways we can best handle these feels to tackle the massive challenge at hand.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1458571097624960/

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How the Climate Majority will win a Green New Deal 

Wed. Nov. 13, 8:30 p.m.

Webinar

The next 100 days are key. The parties are negotiating on their priorities and MPs are still finding their ground. It’s time to turn up the volume of our climate majority. We’re kicking things off with a webinar, to let you in on our strategy,  get the lowdown on the current political context, and plan our next steps together. Hosted by Leadnow.

https://www.crowdcast.io/e/afterelection43/register

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Justice-Building across Movements: Films & Panel with Min Sook Lee

Wed. Nov. 13, 6 - 9 p.m.

IMA 307 - 3rd floor, Ryerson Image Arts Building, 122 Bond Street

Cinema Politica Ryerson and Climate Justice Toronto invite you to join us for a free film screening and cross-movement panel. We'll be screening INVASION (18 mins) and MIGRANT DREAMS (1.5 hours) followed by a moderated panel including          Min Sook Lee, director of Migrant Dreams, and speakers from the Workers’ Action Centre, No One Is Illega, and Climate Justice Toronto.

https://www.facebook.com/events/771470116704250/

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Turning Down the Heat: Can We Mine Our Way Out of the Climate Crisis?

Thur. - Fri. Nov. 14 – 15, Ottawa

Mining Watch Canada is hosting a conference titled, “How can we save the climate without wrecking the planet?” The challenge is how to respond to the climate crisis without destroying more of the planet we are trying to save – to reduce the need for more mining, limit and manage its impacts, and to the extent possible, repair the damage it has already done to communities and ecosystems.

https://miningwatch.ca/turning-down-the-heat 

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The Social Commons: Transformational Thinking on Social Solidarity for the 21st Century

Thursday, Nov. 14, 7 - 9 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30)

Nancy’s Auditorium, YWCA, 87 Elm Street

Public Lecture and Panel Discussion

https://socialcommons.spno.ca/public-lecture/ 

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Another world is possible. How are we creating it together?

Fri. Nov. 15, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

OISE, 252 Bloor W.

IGNITE Global Feminist Collective invites you to participate in a one-day workshop. Together we'll explore how to shape our world with intersectional, decolonial, feminist activism.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ignite-global-feminist-collective-intersectionality-decoloniality-co-resistance-tickets-78012279829

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Education for Activists - Conference

Fri. - Sat. November 15 - 16

Woodsworth Residence, 321 Bloor St. W., Room 30, lower level

Hosted by Socialist Action with presentations on Capitalism vs. Life on Earth, Working Class Politics and more.

https://socialistaction.ca/2019/10/20/education-for-activists-conference-3/ 

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World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims

Sunday, November 17, 4:45 - 5:45 pm

Yonge Street and Finch Avenue

Sunday, November 17 is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. Friends and Families for Safe Streets (FFSS) will be hosting a walk and vigil along Yonge Street in North York to remember and honour victims of road violence, which has disproportionately affected residents living in suburban Toronto.

https://www.facebook.com/events/374073026804724/ 

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Live Q&A with Naomi Klein

Mon. Nov. 18, 5:30 p.m.

Webinar

For this conversation, Naomi will be joining us live, in conversation with Avi Lewis, to answer all of your burning questions about On Fire and the Green New Deal. We’ll hear stories about the book tour, reflect on how Naomi’s previous writing speaks to the current political moment, and discuss which parts of the book have resonated the most for you. Bring your questions and thoughts for this final session — and thank you for book clubbing with us!

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IZFYFPaNTkyJwkMBFfnsvg 

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Making the right choice for Pickering's waterfront

Tues. Nov. 19, 7 p.m.

George Ashe Library & Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering

Join the discussion about revitalizing the 600-acre waterfront site currently occupied by the Pickering Nuclear Station. After shutdown in 2024, OPG plans to let the 6 nuclear reactors sit idle for 30 years before dismantling. We're calling for immediate dismantling of the station after shutdown in 2024. For more info see:

https://www.facebook.com/events/2544776925809442/ 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/making-the-right-choice-for-pickerings-waterfront-tickets-78422181857   

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For the best Canadian climate and energy news, read and subscribe to the Energy Mix newsletter

http://theenergymix.com/ 

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Centre for Social Innovation Events

https://socialinnovation.org/community/events/     

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Toronto Public Libraries host Our fragile Planet, free environmental and community events

https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/search.jsp?N=4288100025&Ns=p_pub_date_sort&Nso=0 

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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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