[Uvic-sustainability] News and Events for week of March 17th

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Published on Monday, 17 March 2014 12:20

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NEWS

Winners of the 2014 UVic Student and Staff Sustainability Champion Awards will be announced later today at the St. Paddy’s Day Green Drinks event, 4:30-6:30 PM in Cadboro Commons. See below for event details. Stop by and congratulate our winners!

UVic has become the first institution in BC to implement an Informed Dining program which provides customers with detailed nutritional information on standard menu items served at UVic’s Food Services outlets. UVic is also one of a handful of universities that employ a dietitian on staff. Read more in the media release.

Interesting article on the future of the "millennial" generation faced with a future of climate change, species extinction, rising debt, etc. who asks “Are we screwed?” See The Tyee.

Volunteers are needed to the 3rd annual Creatively United for the Planet...

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Unite to Stop the Pipelines - Mar 29-31

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Published on Monday, 17 March 2014 12:00

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VIPIRG is helping out with this very important training being organized by the Forest Action Network at the end of March (29-31). Please share this widely and consider attending the training!

Unite to Stop the Pipelines
Spring Training Victoria March 29-31

This month in Victoria, meet the people on the frontlines against the pipelines – people like us, who found the courage to go beyond protesting and petitioning. Hear their stories and find out why their strategies for organizing and solidarity are winning.

How do ordinary people find the strength to turn back big corporations? On every continent, popular movements have overturned repression and put the boots to bad businesses. Now it's our turn. It takes unity to block a pipeline. It takes a community to turn back an oil tanker.

How will we win? We are creative, determined, and compelled by a love of the land. The...

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Ingredients Community Market Recipes, Specials, Events

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Published on Saturday, 15 March 2014 17:00

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Newsletter ~ March 14th 2014 please share with friends
in Grocery SEEDS! from Seeds of Victoria We just got in a huge selection of organic seeds from Seeds of Victoria. You can start most greens now and tomatoes need to get going indoors asap. I start mine in some good organic dirt on a windowsill in the bedroom. Find the perfect spot in your house and it's so fun to check on their progress! Most greens and hardy herbs (not basil) can be started outside already but may need some protection. I've got beer traps out in my raised beds as the slugs are hungry and just waiting for that spinach to sprout! Eating local can start on your balcony, backyard, windowsill, old tire...

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seedsofvictoria.com AND CHECK OUT THE COOL and FUNKY Produce we've got in right now...PLUS just back in: Carolyn Herriot's excellent Book - "The Zero Mile Cookbook" Can you recognize all of these veggies? Romanesco Cauliflower (the coolest looking veggie ever!), Black Radish and Diakon (both so good for the gall bladder...) Asparagus (great kidney tonic) Watermelon radish - stunning! Burdock root - blood purifier, Parsnip - a winter classic!, Cerlery Root - very nutritious! New and Noteworthy - IN the Medicinal Isle Black Cumin from New Roots Herbal (a Canadian Company) We have had reports of this extract naturally helping with seasonal allergies. Black Cumin Seed oil yields a high dose of Thymoquinone and antioxidant thats great for many maladies including, allergies, rheumatism and inflammation.

Check out: Black Cumin Webpage or
www.newrootsherbal.com Deal of the Week Two Hills Tea Matcha Two Hills Matcha Almond Latte Tins are all 20% off. Matcha is a good pick me up to enjoy any time of day, the amino acid found in it, Theanine has a calming effect that helps with mental clarity and offsets the jitters of the caffien. Easy Peasy - just warm up some almond milk and mix in the prepared powder for a treat at home... (for a less sweet version, try our favourite, Jagasilk brand, Masala Maccha, take home or in the cafe!)

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Upcoming Discussion on Poverty

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Published on Friday, 14 March 2014 15:40

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Dear Friends of SJS,

Please consider joining us for a social justice discussion on poverty:

“It Happens Here Too” – Taking Action on Child Poverty in Our Community

For over ten years, BC’s child poverty rate was been one of the highest in Canada. Last year, BC had the worst child poverty rate in Canada – 1 in 5 children in BC live in poverty. We can no longer stand idly by and watch parents/guardians and their children struggling with inadequate incomes and supports to live healthy, dignified lives.

In response to this crisis in our communities, Christ Church Cathedral, UVIC Social Justice Studies, the Community Social Planning Council, and the Community Action Plan on Poverty are holding a community learning and action event on child poverty March 29th, 2014 at Christ Church Cathedral in Victoria.

This day-long learning and action event will bring together community members, practitioners, organizers, activists, academics, and others to explore...

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Pat yourself on the back

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Published on Friday, 14 March 2014 11:20

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Hello Paov,

We want to take a moment just to thank you and recognize all the progress our OpenMedia community has made recently.

Together we’ve delivered petitions, wrote letters to local newspapers, spread the word to our family and friends, and made our crowd-sourced rules into laws. We’d especially like to thank those of you who chose to make a special monthly commitment to Internet freedom by becoming an OpenMedia ally.

As you’ll see from our report back below, when a post-partisan community collaborates en masse, our voices amplify into a force that no decision-maker can ignore.

So take a look below, let it all sink in, and don’t be afraid to give yourself a pat on the back. You earned it.

Read on below.

The Three Pillars of...

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Take Back the Coast: March 22

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Published on Thursday, 13 March 2014 14:20

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https://www.facebook.com/events/495712997207275

The Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline and supertanker project would put BC’s coast, communities, and local economies at risk. The majority of British Columbians have said no - and now it’s time for Stephen Harper to listen.

Over 100 First Nations oppose it. Almost 10,000 Canadians told the environmental review panel they oppose it. Towns and cities across British Columbia oppose it. But Stephen Harper still thinks he can get away with forcing the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline and supertanker project on British Columbians.

Over the coming months, it’s more important than ever that we come together to say no to Northern Gateway, and yes to pristine coasts and rivers, and a sustainable future for British Columbia.

Join Murray Rankin MP for Victoria, Official Opposition House Leader Nathan Cullen MP, and special guests on Saturday, March 22nd at 2:00 pm in the auditorium at Vic High.

Ask questions, meet local leaders and environmental action groups, and find out how we can work together to stop the Enbridge pipeline.

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Want to help Save the Salish Sea? Read this!

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Published on Thursday, 13 March 2014 12:20

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Final Yes2SCS Orientation and Strategy Session: March 24, 6:30-8:30pm

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Published on Wednesday, 12 March 2014 14:40

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Supporters and volunteers of Yes2SCS, We are holding a final volunteer orientation and strategy session on Monday, March 24, 2014 from 6:30-8:30pm at

Supporters and volunteers of Yes2SCS,

We are holding a final volunteer orientation and strategy session on Monday, March 24, 2014 from 6:30-8:30pm at Sands Funeral Chapel at 1803 Quadra Street. [please note the location change!] Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided!

We hope you can make this important session! During this time, we will focus on planning our Yes2SCS Actions for the next month. Following this session, we will continue to have volunteer support available, and meetings and trainings, periodically. Please come with an idea of which area you'd like to focus on, whether it be outreach, small scale 'salon' hosting or business liaising!

Sands collects non-perishable food items for the mustard seed. Not required, but please bring em' if you've got em'. Also, there is free parking in the back of Sands.

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Sierra Club goes Radical. Radical Reels that is!

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Published on Wednesday, 12 March 2014 12:20

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Radical Reels - This Friday! r33 ,

Join us this Friday, March 14 for Banff Mountain Film Festival’s Radical Reels tour, presented by as Sierra Club BC and Accent Inns. We hope you can be there!

This year Radical Reels features eleven films showcasing wingsuiters, crack climbers, freestyle skiers, kayaking waterfall runners and mountain bikers on their high-adrenaline adventures. Several films feature women breaking barriers in sports previously dominated by men. Between the incredible feats of these extreme athletes and the gorgeous cinematography, you’ll be on the edge of your seat!

Radical Reels is presented this Friday at 7:00pm at UVic’s Cinecenta (in the UVic Student Union Building). The bus stops right outside and there’s plenty of parking.

All this and you get to help out Sierra Club BC at the same time. Thanks to Accent Inn’s sponsorship all profits from the night will go towards helping us keep B.C.’s wild places wild for everyone to enjoy.

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Upcoming Events

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Published on Tuesday, 11 March 2014 17:40

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Dear Friends of SJS,
Reminder that tonight is our 3rd and last Conversation with Activists for the semester, Please join us at 7:00 p.m. this evening to hear activist kym (hothead) hines talk about "Homeless in Victoria: Frontlines of Colonialismm" Cornett A120.
For those who attended the recent screening and discussion of Silence is Gold, and are heading over to Vancouver this weekend, you can participate in a discussion with Alain Deneault at the following event:
ALAIN DENEAULT DOUBLE HEADER AT UBC

UBC’S NEW MINING INSTITUTE AND THE BIG PICTURE

14 March 2014

Norm Theatre in UBC's Student Union Building



(1) 12- 2 PM FRIDAY 14 MARCH

NORM THEATRE, STUDENT UNION BUILDING

PUBLIC LECTURE: UBC's New Mining Institute and the Big Picture


https://www.facebook.com/events/232457570272486/


UBC now hosts the Canadian International Institute for Extractive Industries and Development (CIIEID), funded and mandated by CIDA to promote growth of Canada-based mining companies in their operations overseas. It partners with...

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[evoz] REMINDER: "The Growing Gap Between the Super Rich and the Rest of Us" - Tuesday March 11

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Subject: REMINDER: "The Growing Gap Between the Super Rich and the Rest of Us" - Tuesday March 11

The Social Environmental Alliance (SEA) invites you to our inaugural Community Educational Meeting...

"The Growing Gap Between

the Super Rich and the Rest of Us:

Economic Equality and Wealth Distribution"

A Public Lecture by Jack Barker

Tuesday March 11 @ 7PM

Fernwood Hall, 1923 Fernwood Road

All Welcome!

Join this free public lecture by Jack Barker examining economic equality, wealth distribution and strategies for a fairer world.

Jack Barker is an environmental and social justice activist and a SEA member who is passionate about bringing about a much more equal and sustainable world.

Jack...

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EVENT REMINDER: The Growing Gap Between the Super Rich and the Rest of Us - Tues, March 11

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The Social Environmental Alliance (SEA) invites you to our inaugural Community Educational Meeting...


"The Growing Gap Between the Super Rich and the Rest of Us:Economic Equality and Wealth Distribution"
A Public Lecture by Jack Barker
Tuesday March 11 @ 7PM Fernwood Hall, 1923 Fernwood Road
All Welcome!
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Join this free public lecture by Jack Barker examining economic equality, wealth distribution and strategies for a fairer world. 
Jack Barker is an environmental and social justice activist and a SEA member who is passionate about bringing about a much more equal and sustainable world. 
Jack will outline the current income inequality situation and its causes and then the discussion will be opened up to the audience to discuss the possible practical solutions to bring about a more egalitarian society. 

Hosted by the Social Environmental Alliance (SEA) Comradery and good cheer to follow at the Fernwood Inn
Join and share the event on Facebook www.SocialEnvironmentalAlliance.org

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BC Marxist School Day

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Published on Monday, 10 March 2014 23:00

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A different way to explain and analyze society.

Upcoming Events

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Published on Monday, 10 March 2014 15:00

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Here is a list of upcoming events. Everyone is invited.Victoria Friends of Cuba

Venezuela and Violent Protests

Public Event with guest speaker:

Marli Vanegas
Venezuelan Consul General in Vancouver

7pm Wednesday, March 12:
2994 Douglas (BCGEU hall), Victoria

Admission by Donation

Since February 12, 2014 violent activities initiated by the opposition against the democratically elected government of Venezuela has terrorized the population, left all kinds of material destruction to the country and has cost the lives of 18 people with hundreds wounded.

Guest speaker Merli Vanegas, Venezuelan Consul General from Vancouver will give an update as to what is really going on in Venezuela and answer questions people might want to ask.

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Social Justice Film Night

This film is dedicated to International Women’s Day

7pm Thursday, Mar. 20
2994 Douglas...

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