This Meetup is for locavores, foodies, food lovers, vegans, vegetarians, nutritarians, meatatarians, agrarians, environmentalists and everything in between! Our focus is on eating organic foods grown or raised within 250 km of Burlington. Gathering friends old and new to visit farmer's markets, attend farm tours and festivals, dine at restaurants featuring local products are just some events we can do. Plan educational and fun excursions as a group. Share knowledge and the fruits of our labour w …

EnvironBuzz, an Environfocus Initiative, for people that care about the earth and understand that there is only one earth. We discuss environmental issues and sustainability issues as it relates to our homes, communities, businesses and workplace. We also generate awareness of the various global and provincial environmental initiatives. We are focused on providing common sense solutions to the issues affecting us. EnvironBuzz is open to everyone

Imagine using permaculture techniques and skills to create a resilient and TRULY sustainable human landscape. As we face energy, climate and economic challenges, permaculture offers one of the best "tool kits" for moving in a positive and productive direction: resilient communities full of creative abundance. Wherever you are and whatever you are doing, there is some part of permaculture that will make sense for your life and your relationship to the landscape where you live and work. Join us. W …

The CRIME of the century is happening right above our heads and yet NO ONE ACTS - NO ONE DOES ANYTHING to help stop this attack on our lives, our well being, our health and our CHILDREN! Nothing but awareness and the "FURY" of the masses can change this evil program of spraying nano particles of heavy metals in our AIR! Please watch " What in the world are they Spraying" to at least get a "handle" on the issues. I would appreciate some help, so anyone interested in being an assistant moderator,  …

Leading Lives of Purpose, Passion & Power Turning Inspiration Into Action Do you struggle with feelings of overwhelm, grief, cynicism, burn-out & anger? Are you ready to stop asking, “Can just one person make a difference?” - and ready to begin asking, “What kind of difference do I want to make with my own life?” Are you already inspired - but just don’t know how or where to direct your passion? You are not alone. Discover solutions and strategies for action as we shares stories, insights, and e …

This is a working group of volunteers and staff at CultureLink Settlement Services, an agency serving newcomers to Toronto. Our mandate is to  create opportunities for the transfer of wisdom across cultures and across generations, on environmental issues such as climate change, energy conservation, recycling, and sustainable transportation. The Committee develops ideas for CultureLink programming and ways to "green" CultureLink's operations and procurement. The activities of the committee includ …

This is a weekly platform where people in the local Buffalo area get a chance to give a presentation about what their organization is doing to improve Buffalo. These civic minded, motivated individuals are doing everything from putting a spotlight on blighted neighborhoods to maintaining urban farm that in servicing the surrounding community brings down the price of produce while building community. Come meet the movers and shakers who are committed to the new economy.

This is a group for people who want to develop a co-housing option in downtown Toronto. Canadian Co-Housing network describes it as neighbourhoods that combine the autonomy of private dwellings with the advantages of shared resources and community living. Cohousing offers hope in our often dissociated society. Through cohousing, we can build a better place to live, a place where we know our neighbours, a place where we can enjoy a rich sense of community and contribute to a more sustainable worl …

You're curious about new political ideas? You enjoy a chow time with other progressive people? Join the Chattering Glass! We gather in affordable downtown eateries to schmooze and hear talks by interesting academics, activists, politicians, and journalists. Our guest speaker makes a 30 minutes presentation touching on democracy, social justice or sustainability. Lively discussions and good cheers follow. Add this Meetup to your groups and get updated on our next exciting events.

The NY Passive House (NYPH) Meetups are organized by NYPH members, working to promote a healthy, comfortable and energy-efficient built environment through the promotion of the Passive House building standard. NYPH is an independent not-for-profit organization that facilitates the exchange of information and experiences, among local, national and international practitioners of the Passive House building standard. Presentations at the Meetup will vary from broad general introductions to specific …

This is a group for people who want to: 1) Get the heck outside! 2) Make their children exercise their entire bodies (not just their thumbs) 3) Enrich family lives by exploring the wonderful trails, waterfalls and creeks in the Hammer 4) Learn about the local ecology – trees plants, animals and unique geomorphology of the Escarpment 5) Toboggan, snowball fights and snow fort construction 6) Scavenger hunts – geocaching 7) Bouldering, top roping and rappelling (paid programs put on by certified p …

this is a time for learning, dreaming and get hands on small projects for your house and your life. if you ever wonder about how things are made, or aim for a healthier and greener space and enjoy useful DIY projects, this a group for enthusiast and creative ones that look for new challenges or just want to try a new venture. living in a city can become stressful sometimes and overwhelmingly exhausting, why not getting out of the routine a bit and create something great and exhilarating, a Green …

Welcome One and All, Apartment Dweller to Backyard Farmer! We are a passionate group dedicated to inspiring and empowering individuals to shift from a lifestyle of passive consumption to one of active participation, creation, and connection. We are committed to re-imagining the good life as one that is meaningful, pleasurable, environmentally sustainable, and socially just. We place the home at the center of that pursuit and see it as a site for personal and societal transformation. Topics inclu …