Transition Oakville

Helping Oakville transform into a low carbon, sustainable community.

Members

  • Shantree & Lorenna Kacera
  • Beverly Samuel
  • ricky joe vella
  • Stephanie MacNeil
  • Elka Ruth Enola
  • Hart Jansson
  • Blake Poland
  • Caroline
  • Karen Sandford
  • Mildred Coxworth
  • André Feitosa de Sousa
  • Katie Hill
  • Les Squires
  • Liz Benneian
  • Keith Shackleton
  • Alana Kelcey

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Events posted by Shantree & Lorenna Kacera Jan 16
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Four-Season Permaculture Design Course at The Living Centre

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March 24, 2012 to March 26, 2012
Learn about Permaculture Throughout the Seasons, with a Focus on Cold Climates In response to the numerous inquiries from individuals in expressing an interest in taking a Permaculture Design Certification Course, but who are not able to take two-weeks off from their lives, jobs and family responsibilities to attend a residential intensive course, we are excited to offer this weekend Permaculture Design Certification Course. A Full-Year of Learning: from March to January the following year.…See More
Event updated by Shantree & Lorenna Kacera Jan 12
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Learn to Propagate Fruit Trees with Ken Taylor at The Living Centre

March 10, 2012 at 9:30am to March 11, 2012 at 4:30pm
Simple Approach, Unique PlantsFor more than 30 years the Ken Taylor has been involved in the study of organic and cold weather farming. His decades of experience and experimentation have made him one of the foremost authorities when it comes to hardy fruit trees and plants. His research and development efforts have enabled him to put together one of the most comprehensive and unique tree collections in the world. Hi share his collection to the public by his hands-on workshops. Most of his…See More
Event posted by Shantree & Lorenna Kacera Jan 10
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Introduction To Permaculture at The Living Centre

February 25, 2012 to February 26, 2012
In this special workshop/training weekend, you will learn about the basics of permaculture. Permaculture is a design science for creating regenerative human habitat. There's something in this presentation for everybody. Whether you're heavy into gardening, interested in making positive change, what to learn about renewable energy, or determined to clean water is freely available, this introductory experience is for you!See More
Event posted by Shantree & Lorenna Kacera Jan 5
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Training for Transition: Building Local Resilience at The Living Centre

November 19, 2011 at 9am to November 20, 2011 at 4:30pm
A 2-day course for those wanting the practical tools and knowledge to set up, run, maintain, and support a successful transition initiative. At the end of the course, participants will: • Understand the reasons for Transition: peak oil, climate change, economic instability and social inequity. • Understand the principles of Transition, Permaculture and Resilience. • Understand of the Transition model and process, tools and ethos. • Experience a vision of a positive fulfilling future, and be…See More
Event posted by Shantree & Lorenna Kacera Nov 11, 2011
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Carmine - head shot

Photo posted by Carmine DiRuscio Apr 27, 2011
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Permaculture: Visionary Solutions for a Regenerative Future at Norfolk St. United Church - Cork St. Entrance

April 4, 2011 from 10am to 4pm
Are you looking for an empowering and ecological approach to create transformation in yourself, your backyard, and your community? Permaculture is a whole systems approach that can support you in designing your communities, your economies, and yourself to have the stability, diversity, and resilience of natural ecosystems. Join Lorenna and Shantree to discover ways you can provide for your own needs and create abundance in your life -- while giving back to the Earth and your communities. The…See More
Event posted by Shantree & Lorenna Kacera Apr 4, 2011
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Events posted by Shantree & Lorenna Kacera Mar 28, 2011
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Shantree & Lorenna Kacera is now a member of Transition Oakville Mar 28, 2011
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Colleen Lowe is now a member of Transition Oakville Mar 14, 2011
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Discussions posted by Lin Mackrael Mar 13, 2011
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came gray is now a member of Transition Oakville Mar 10, 2011
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Lin Mackrael is now a member of Transition Oakville Mar 4, 2011
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Dekyi-Lee Oldershaw is now a member of Transition Oakville Feb 25, 2011
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Water filters

Just found this site http://www.wavesforwater.org/solutions/ which has water filters intended for 3rd world use. I have inquired about purchase of some filters.HartSee More
Discussion posted by Hart Jansson Feb 24, 2011
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Inspiring Quote

good morning, Being unexpectedly up for most of the night with a nasty cough gave me the opportunity to read cover-to-cover a book that just arrived in the mail (funny how many clouds have silver linings!)I thought I would share a passage that I found particularly inspiring and a propos the focus of our group:There is no power greater than a community discovering what it cares about. If the issue is meaningful, people pay attention, see its value, and begin to talk to others. Such passion moves…See More
A discussion started by Blake Poland was featured Feb 15, 2011

The next 20 years will look completely unlike the last 20 years. Are you ready? Exciting times are ahead!

 

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There is currently only one active discussion group - the Personal Preparedness group. Click on Personal Preparedness under Forum below, to start a new discussion topic, or replying to a discussion thread. Files can be posted as part of a discussion, but it is better to post them on the Preparedness Docs page (click above) , so that all docs can be browsed in one spot.

For other useful documents and links, click on the "General Docs" tab above. This page will be kept up-to-date by Hart. If you want a document or link posted there, please e-mail Hart at hjansson@cogeco.ca You can also post documents or links in any discussion or blog, or post a photo or video below. Anyone can join this site, so please invite those who may have an interest.

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Personal Preparedness

Discussion following a meetup on Feb 8, 2011. Preparedness of various types for a lower energy future and sundry emergencies.

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Greening Circles + Staycations +

Important Actions and New Perspectives on the Climate Change Issue

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Working Group: Energy

This category is dedicated to the Energy Working Group

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Working Group: Food

This category is dedicated to the Food Working Group

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Working Group: Transport

This category is dedicated to the Transport Working Group.

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Working Group: Heart and Soul

This category is dedicated to the Heart and Soul Working Group

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Working Group: Local Economy

This category is dedicated to the Local Economy Working Group

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Blog Posts

Patrick

The Basics of Resilience

Posted by Patrick on September 26, 2010 at 2:09pm

Patrick

Slow Money

Posted by Patrick on May 25, 2010 at 10:08am

Blake Poland

Poem on Icelandic vulcanic ash situation

Posted by Blake Poland on April 19, 2010 at 11:10pm

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