Monday, March 01, 2004
Community Building / Involvement
Our Nanaimo: A Social Vision for the Future
NANAIMO, BC, Feb.26, 2004 (John Talbot & Associates Inc.) - Are you concerned about Nanaimo’s future livability and quality of life? Do you want a community which nurtures a caring, healthy, inclusive and safe environment? If so, then ‘we’ would like to hear from you.
The Social Development Strategy Steering Committee has prepared a discussion paper to solicit input into the development of a Social Development Strategy for Nanaimo. This paper incorporates background and demographic information for a review of opportunities for and challenges facing children and families, youth and young adults, adults and seniors. It also asks for your feedback regarding an overall social vision and your suggestions regarding policies and strategies to address the significant social issues facing Nanaimo, including high rates of income assistance, increasing home-lessness and poverty, persistently high unemployment levels, etc. For more information about the steering committee and strategy or to download a copy of the discussion paper, please go to www.unitedway.nisa.com.
Our Nanaimo: A Social Vision for the Future
NANAIMO, BC, Feb.26, 2004 (John Talbot & Associates Inc.) - Are you concerned about Nanaimo’s future livability and quality of life? Do you want a community which nurtures a caring, healthy, inclusive and safe environment? If so, then ‘we’ would like to hear from you.
The Social Development Strategy Steering Committee has prepared a discussion paper to solicit input into the development of a Social Development Strategy for Nanaimo. This paper incorporates background and demographic information for a review of opportunities for and challenges facing children and families, youth and young adults, adults and seniors. It also asks for your feedback regarding an overall social vision and your suggestions regarding policies and strategies to address the significant social issues facing Nanaimo, including high rates of income assistance, increasing home-lessness and poverty, persistently high unemployment levels, etc. For more information about the steering committee and strategy or to download a copy of the discussion paper, please go to www.unitedway.nisa.com.
Local Living Economies / Community Building
Local Currencies in the 21st Century: Understanding Money, Building Local Economies, and Renewing Communities Conference
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, NY, Feb. 27, 2004 (E. F. Schumacher Society) - Local Currencies in the 21st Century is an E. F. Schumacher Society conference at Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, USA, June 25-27, 2004. Confirmed plenary speakers include Margrit Kennedy, Edgar Cahn, Bernard Lietaer, Richard Douthwaite, Mary Beth Raddon, David Boyle, Thomas Greco, and honored guest Dwarko Sundruni. To register on-line, visit http://www.localcurrency.org/registration/ or you may request a registration packet sent via mail. We are still accepting proposals for workshop presentations on the conference topic. The due date for receiving the proposals is March 15th. To request "A Call for Presentations" form, email the coordinator, Christopher Lindstrom at chris@smallisbeautiful.org. Schedule updates, speaker biographies, information about books and articles on local currencies, and a list of active local currency groups, can all be viewed at the conference website: http://www.localcurrency.org.
Local Currencies in the 21st Century: Understanding Money, Building Local Economies, and Renewing Communities Conference
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, NY, Feb. 27, 2004 (E. F. Schumacher Society) - Local Currencies in the 21st Century is an E. F. Schumacher Society conference at Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, USA, June 25-27, 2004. Confirmed plenary speakers include Margrit Kennedy, Edgar Cahn, Bernard Lietaer, Richard Douthwaite, Mary Beth Raddon, David Boyle, Thomas Greco, and honored guest Dwarko Sundruni. To register on-line, visit http://www.localcurrency.org/registration/ or you may request a registration packet sent via mail. We are still accepting proposals for workshop presentations on the conference topic. The due date for receiving the proposals is March 15th. To request "A Call for Presentations" form, email the coordinator, Christopher Lindstrom at chris@smallisbeautiful.org. Schedule updates, speaker biographies, information about books and articles on local currencies, and a list of active local currency groups, can all be viewed at the conference website: http://www.localcurrency.org.
Stewardship / Estuaries / Waterways
Challenging Log Booming in Sensitive Vancouver Island Estuary
VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 15, 2004 (West Coast Environmental Law) - Estuaries are places where rivers meet the sea and are unique and critical areas in the coastal environment. Representing only three percent of BC’s coastline, estuaries provide essential food, cover, migratory corridors, and breeding and nursery areas for a broad array of coastal and marine organisms. The Nanaimo estuary is the largest on Vancouver Island and part of the traditional territory of the Sneneymuxw First Nation. Historically, the First Nation had longhouses along the beach of the estuary and the area remains of cultural and ecological importance to the Sneneymuxw. http://www.wcel.org/4976/29/03/06.htm.
Challenging Log Booming in Sensitive Vancouver Island Estuary
VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 15, 2004 (West Coast Environmental Law) - Estuaries are places where rivers meet the sea and are unique and critical areas in the coastal environment. Representing only three percent of BC’s coastline, estuaries provide essential food, cover, migratory corridors, and breeding and nursery areas for a broad array of coastal and marine organisms. The Nanaimo estuary is the largest on Vancouver Island and part of the traditional territory of the Sneneymuxw First Nation. Historically, the First Nation had longhouses along the beach of the estuary and the area remains of cultural and ecological importance to the Sneneymuxw. http://www.wcel.org/4976/29/03/06.htm.
Community Building / Empowerment for Sustainability
Toolkit for Local Action on Global Issues
WEBSITE Reference, Feb. 29, 2004 (Volunteer International .org) -The Toolkit for Local Action on Global Issues lists simple steps you can take to make a difference from your home community. We encourage you to take a few minutes out of your day to be an advocate for positive change in our world.
http://www.volunteerinternational.org/index-resources2.htm.
Toolkit for Local Action on Global Issues
WEBSITE Reference, Feb. 29, 2004 (Volunteer International .org) -The Toolkit for Local Action on Global Issues lists simple steps you can take to make a difference from your home community. We encourage you to take a few minutes out of your day to be an advocate for positive change in our world.
http://www.volunteerinternational.org/index-resources2.htm.
Community Building / Social Responsibility
Creating Prosperous, Livable Communities: A Strategic Forum - March 5, 2004
VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 29, 2004 (Smart Growth BC) - Download registration package for Creating Prosperous, Livable Communities Forum by clicking here - http://www.smartgrowth.bc.ca/downloads/SGBC%20economic%20forum.pdf WHAT IS SMART GROWTH? Smart Growth is a collection of urban development strategies to reduce sprawl that are fiscally, environmentally and socially responsible. Smart growth is development that enhances our quality of life, protects our environment, and uses tax revenues wisely. For a factsheet about sprawl, click here - http://www.smartgrowth.bc.ca/index.cfm?Group_ID=3409.
Creating Prosperous, Livable Communities: A Strategic Forum - March 5, 2004
VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 29, 2004 (Smart Growth BC) - Download registration package for Creating Prosperous, Livable Communities Forum by clicking here - http://www.smartgrowth.bc.ca/downloads/SGBC%20economic%20forum.pdf WHAT IS SMART GROWTH? Smart Growth is a collection of urban development strategies to reduce sprawl that are fiscally, environmentally and socially responsible. Smart growth is development that enhances our quality of life, protects our environment, and uses tax revenues wisely. For a factsheet about sprawl, click here - http://www.smartgrowth.bc.ca/index.cfm?Group_ID=3409.
Gardens / Water Conservation
Native Plant and WaterWise Garden - Sat, March 13 - 9:30 pm to 12:30 pm
VICTORIA, BC, Feb. 28, 2004 (Left Coast News) - This 3-hour workshop on gardening with drought-resistant native plants will: * define the principles of waterwise gardening; * identify native plants; * review the benefits of native plants; * teach how and where to grow native plants; * offer tips for reducing or eliminating lawns; * inform how to create special natural habitats; meadows, thickets, woodlands; * discuss how to attract wildlife to the garden; * include an informative tour of the micro-irrigation system in the native plant garden. Instructor: Patricia Johnston, Native Plant and WaterWise Garden Consultant. Workshop limited to 15 participants so please. Pre-register by calling 479-0211. Download native plant workshop brochure http://crd.bc.ca/water/workshops/nativeplantbro.pdf.
Native Plant and WaterWise Garden - Sat, March 13 - 9:30 pm to 12:30 pm
VICTORIA, BC, Feb. 28, 2004 (Left Coast News) - This 3-hour workshop on gardening with drought-resistant native plants will: * define the principles of waterwise gardening; * identify native plants; * review the benefits of native plants; * teach how and where to grow native plants; * offer tips for reducing or eliminating lawns; * inform how to create special natural habitats; meadows, thickets, woodlands; * discuss how to attract wildlife to the garden; * include an informative tour of the micro-irrigation system in the native plant garden. Instructor: Patricia Johnston, Native Plant and WaterWise Garden Consultant. Workshop limited to 15 participants so please. Pre-register by calling 479-0211. Download native plant workshop brochure http://crd.bc.ca/water/workshops/nativeplantbro.pdf.
Energy Efficiency / Green Buildings
Eugene Public Library is the EREN Success Story of the WeekEUGENE, OR, Feb. 23, 2004 (EREN) - When officials in Eugene, Oregon, began planning for the new public library building, energy efficiency was at the top of the list of desired goals. And they succeeded, with a new building that saves some $25,000 each year in energy costs. Its features include extensive use of daylighting; energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; and a state-of-the-art lighting system. http://www.sustainable.doe.gov/management/case_study.shtml .
Eugene Public Library is the EREN Success Story of the WeekEUGENE, OR, Feb. 23, 2004 (EREN) - When officials in Eugene, Oregon, began planning for the new public library building, energy efficiency was at the top of the list of desired goals. And they succeeded, with a new building that saves some $25,000 each year in energy costs. Its features include extensive use of daylighting; energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; and a state-of-the-art lighting system. http://www.sustainable.doe.gov/management/case_study.shtml .
Socially Responsible Business / NFPs / NGOs / Social Enterprise
Business School Career Event in Toronto for Nonprofits & Socially Responsible Enterprises – March 5th, 2004
ONTARIO, Canada, Mar. 1, 2004 (Sustainability Network, Nexus) - Community Experience Initiative, which matches business students with socially responsible enterprises, is organizing a series of career events with business schools in major Canadian cities. Highlighting career opportunities in the voluntary and responsible business sectors is essential for reaching the goal of giving business students the opportunity to experience community and apply their skills in an organizational setting that is community based and focused. For Ontario, the career event will take place on Friday March 5th, from 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, at York University, Schulich School of Business. For more information or to register, visit http://cei-iec.ca .
Business School Career Event in Toronto for Nonprofits & Socially Responsible Enterprises – March 5th, 2004
ONTARIO, Canada, Mar. 1, 2004 (Sustainability Network, Nexus) - Community Experience Initiative, which matches business students with socially responsible enterprises, is organizing a series of career events with business schools in major Canadian cities. Highlighting career opportunities in the voluntary and responsible business sectors is essential for reaching the goal of giving business students the opportunity to experience community and apply their skills in an organizational setting that is community based and focused. For Ontario, the career event will take place on Friday March 5th, from 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, at York University, Schulich School of Business. For more information or to register, visit http://cei-iec.ca .
