The Power & Unity
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This Wednesday, September 23, from 11 am till noon, learn about both the art and science that support unity in community through an understanding of inter-relatedness and how Transcendental Meditation has the power to create massive shifts for the greater good of all. Creatively United founder and Climate & Artists Series host, Frances Litman, will explore universal consciousness from a variety of perspectives with a solid foundation in science and the role the arts have in unifying the collective. Joining Frances is Anne-Mareike Chu from Vancouver, BC and John Cowhig from Saltspring Island, BC. Anne-Mareike holds a Master of Science degree in Resource Management & Environmental Studies and has worked as a sustainability consultant and researcher with world renowned architects, municipalities, and international research institutions on sustainable building projects around the world. She will share how her background in science led her to teaching leaders, professionals, athletes and families about the science of consciousness for a balanced approach to life. Her dedication is to allow people to unfold their full mental potential and develop a sustainable and regenerative connection with themselves and their environment. John Cowhig worked for 17 years in more than 100 countries with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the founder of Transcendental Meditation. During that time Maharishi created brilliant programs to eliminate poverty, correct environmental imbalances, and create world peace. He will share his vast knowledge and stories from this exciting time, including how The Beatles came to embrace the practice of Transcendental Meditation and answer questions from our live audience. Chloe Kim will play the Allemande from JS Bach’s Sixth Suite originally for cello at the conclusion of this week's webinar. Chloe graduated with a Masters in violin performance from the University of Victoria and is now studying at the Julliard School of Music in New York. She has performed in many countries. Due to COVID, Chloe returned to Victoria and founded Music for the Pause as Artistic Director, on online chamber music program co-sponsored by multiple musical organizations to support musicians whose livelihoods have been deeply affected by the closure of all public concerts. On Sunday, September 27, Chloe will be hosting a special live concert with her friends at Christ Church Cathedral in Victoria. Again she will be asking for donations to support musicians during the pause. Click here to learn more. Click here to register for this free webinar. Everyone who is registered will be notified when the video recording is available so that no one has to miss out seeing these fabulous presentations. |
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Last Wednesday, three of Canada’s foremost practitioners in reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples, Merrell-Ann Phare, Michael Miltenberger, and professional planner, project manager, capacity developer and engagement specialist, Christine Callihoo, discuss how they are creatively transforming legal and political approaches to reconciliation in Canada that include land use and community-based planning with climate change mitigation and adaptation at the forefront. In this video replay, there is also a BC forest update and a review of the key transformational moments presented in our Season One webinars. Other special guests in this webinar titled, The Transformational Moment: What Have We Learned So Far?, include Robert Sandford, Global Water Futures Chair in Water and Climate Security at the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health; Jon O'Riordan, our Climate and the Arts partner; and Victoria Symphony principal cellist, Brian Yoon, performing a Gigue from one of Bach’s Unaccompanied Cello Suites. |
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Last spring, Creatively United and Climate and the Arts produced this video as part of a World Unity Week collaboration, with many of the same speakers. It explores the values of seeing the "Great Pause" created by the pandemic as a major transformational moment for all of society. This discussion covers the climate threat, societal change, and the need to strengthen democratic institutions and restore ecosystem values with ground-breaking collaborative leadership initiatives based on the rights of Indigenous peoples. |
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WASTE SOLUTION FIRST OF ITS KIND IN NORTH AMERICA Esquimalt, BC Council has declared a climate emergency with a target of 30% reduction in greenhouse gases by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050. These targets will require a transformation in the way the Township manages its waste. Accordingly the Council is exploring the feasibility of implementing Integrated Resource Management (IRM) through the use of a gasification plant which would turn 91% of the total waste stream into a renewable gas as a heat source for buildings. The balance of the waste stream is in reusable paper, bottles and plastics. IRM means zero waste by eliminating all waste streams from the Township being dumped at the Hartland landfill. The council is seeking public input to determine if there is widespread support for this project. This is truly a creative solution, the type of which will be required if we are to become carbon neutral in the future. This plant would be one of the first of its kind in North America; it has potential to provide new sources of revenues for Esquimalt and the residual char from the gasifier can absorb large amounts of atmospheric carbon. Although this may not be where you live, your input can make a difference as to the future of waste. There are several ways you can participate: It is essential to complete the following survey by October 4 if you want to have a say. The Council needs your support to implement this innovative solution. Please register for the webinar on September 22 and complete the survey. IRM is the most important opportunity for Esquimalt to become a leading example of carbon neutrality in the Greater Victoria Region and show the rest of Canada what is possible. |
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Season Two ScheduleClick on a presentation title to learn more September 23, 2020
The Art & Science of Universal Consciousness
Anne-Mareike Chu, John Cowhig, and Frances Litman September 30, 2020
The Power of Music
James Gordon, Heather Read & Jonny Miller October 7, 2020
BC Drawdown and Countdown to Change
Sandi Goldie, Jim Bronson, Dr. Trevor Hancock, Jon O’Riordan, and Frances Litman October 14, 2020
The Power of Visual Art
Bob Haverluck and Gennadiy Ivanov October 21, 2020
US Election from a Canadian Perspective
Mace Rosenstein and Bob Sandford October 28, 2020
Forests and Nature
Kathleen Code and the Ecoforestry Institute Society November 4, 2020
US Election Results – The Impact on Canadians
Mace Rosenstein and Bob Sandford November 18, 2020
Treaty Negotiations and Ecosystem Restoration
Kathy Eichenberger, Nathan Matthew, and Kat Harwig November 25, 2020
Where Do We Go From Here?
Bob Sandford, Jon O’Riordan, Frances Litman, Katia Bannister & Youth Guests |
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Visit CreativelyUnited.org and subscribe to Creatively United on YouTube
to watch a multitude of engaging and informative videos from a wide variety of speakers and presenters. |
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About Creatively United & Our Partners The Creatively United for the Planet Society is a registered non-profit society. Since 2012, we have brought together more than 10,000 people from throughout the region who care about happy, healthy, and resilient communities. We have done so through seven zero-waste sustainability showcases, numerous community events and educational talks, collaborative partnerships, a video series, and the CreativelyUnited.org free community information network, resource and solutions sharing hub. The Gail O'Riordan Climate and the Arts Legacy Fund supported by MakeWay (formerly Tides Canada) is dedicated to changing human consciousness towards global environmental change by combining science with the creativity of the performing arts. The Ecoforestry Institute Society (EIS) is a registered non-profit, charitable society comprised of a volunteer Board and a strong core of community volunteers. Together, we are dedicated to the principles and practices of ecoforestry – demonstrating that we can harvest trees and plants from the forest while maintaining healthy and integrated ecological systems. Please follow us on Facebook and show your support by making a donation. |
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