Transition Ottawa is helping to face the challenges of Peak Oil /Climate Change by encouraging practical solutions on a local scale.
Started by Caio Vinicius Xavier Fernandes in Transition Ottawa. Last reply by Ron Rancourt on Friday.
Started by Judy Henry in Transition Ottawa. Last reply by Hank Jones Jan 17.
We need this in the National Capital.
"We need to re-democratise the monetary system, to have a set of alternatives for issuing credit outside the banking oligarchy. Alternative currencies can play a vital role in that – particularly in conjunction with the exciting developments in ICT [information and communication technologies] which enable consumers and producers to exchange with each other across a larger area and based upon values other than globalisation and economies of…
ContinuePosted by Ron Rancourt on January 13, 2012 at 10:13pm
The latest post on the No Plastic Project blog is a quick primer on bioplastics, biodegradable plastics, and compostable plastics, in case - like me - you'd been wondering exactly what these labels mean and just how eco- and health-friendly these products are.
Posted by Melissa MacLean on December 6, 2011 at 1:39pm
We've updated the No Plastic Project blog with an article on the health effects of plastics. I hope you'll visit the blog, and share the information around!
Posted by Melissa MacLean on November 23, 2011 at 1:30pm
February 1, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm – St. Brigid’s Centre for the Arts
February 6, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm – Jackie's house in Westboro
March 10, 2012 at 9:30am to March 11, 2012 at 4:30pm – The Living Centre

Resilient Kitchen: Upcoming Workshops
January 17: Sourdoughs and Breads
Learn about the health benefits of sourdoughs, examine the stages of the sourdough starter and taste the differences through a variety of bread types.
January 24: Herbivore Meets Locavore
Transitioning to a more local, plant-based diet.
Presented by Jim Thompson (Notre Petite Ferme) and Corrie Rabbe (National Capital Vegetarian Association) Not exclusive to herbivores, Jim and Corrie encourage anyone who wants to incorporate more local, plant-based foods into their diet to join them for a short talk followed by a food demonstration. (2012.01.13)
Peak Oiler Pub Night - December 27, 2011
For those who would like to meet for food, drinks and conversation, come mingle with Peak Oil Discussion Group friends and network with other like minded folks. More information at the Peak Oil Discussion Group (2011.12.20)
Presentation by Nicole Foss
An analysis of the case for a deflationary spiral
November 15: An opportunity to hear internationally acclaimed economic expert Nicole Foss discuss the credit bubble, peak oil, and what these events represent to individual Canadians. Details here. (2011.11.07)
Next Resilient Kitchen Workshop:
Kitchen Cupboard Medicine - Healing Herbs and Spices
November 15: Join Amber Westfall to learn how to treat minor ailments and practice basic first aid using common culinary herbs and spices. Workshop poster available. (2011.11.06).
History of Atmospheric CO2: 8000 Yrs Ago to Present(2011.10.18)
Food Blogs
A collection of interesting blogs, mainly about food and food issues. (2011.10.16)

Resilient Kitchen
Homemaking Skills Workshop
October 17: Learn to make delicious cottage cheese, and yoghurt easily at home without a yoghurt maker.
Event details.
Download the workshop poster. (2011.10.12)
Environmental Scholarship
TD Scholarships for Community Leadership awards 20 students across Canada who have shown leadership in many areas including environmental cleanup with up to $70, 000 for college or university. Due 31 October. (2011.10.12)
Upcoming Transition Ottawa Events
Don't miss these four major Transition Ottawa events this fall:
1. System Change not Climate Change
Council of Canadians - October 6
2. Building Local Economy for Our Changing Times
Mike Nickerson - October 20
Andrew MacDonald - November 3
4. Food for All - A Food Action Plan for Ottawa
Just Food - November 17
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You can listen to a recording of it here. (2011.09.15)
74 people are now following us on Twitter, and you can too! We tweet from time to time to remind people about upcoming events, or to highlight specific content on the web site. (2011.09.11)
See how we easily can transform seasonal vegetables into tasty, nutritious kimchi and sauerkraut. Workshop details. (2011.09.10)
You are invited to an online conversation with Bob Hopkins, founder of the Transition Towns movement, to be held September 12 at 11 am (EST). For information and to register, please navigate to our friends at Transition US. (2011.09.02)
The current edition of E-PEN (The Electronic Peace and Environment News) is available online and focuses on food sustainability. The newsletter serves to promote peace, social justice, and environmental awareness in the National Capital Region. (2011.09.02)
The purpose of Sustainable Transportation Week is to raise awareness in residents and decision markers in the Ottawa region regarding the need to change their travel habits, for their own good and that of the environment. Sustainable Transportation Week has something for everyone: lectures, demonstrations, activities in the street, contests, etc. More information and tips on how to participate here. (2011.09.01)
Join Amber Westfall August 30 for a demo on Kimchi, a healthy and delicious Korean dish which can be a way for you to preserve some of that local produce you just picked up at the market or from the labours in your own garden. Details. (2011.08.26)
Just Food and the Permaculture Institute of Eastern Ontario are giving a presentation September 1 on 'permaculture': eco-logical design principles applied to gardens, farms, organisations and businesses. Details here. (2011.08.26)
August 23: your preserving and canning workshopFriends of Lansdowne has just announced that they will appeal the decision on the Lansdowne Legal Challenge to the Ontario Court of Appeal. They are appealing because they believe that municipal governments have to be transparent and accountable. Full news release. 2011.08.17
New blog: Towards SustainabilityTransition Ottawa member Ron Rancourt has launched a new blog, all about taking steps to be more self-sufficient. As he describes it, "I wanted a place to share my experiments in sustainability so this is it." Find and follow it at Towards Sustainability . (2011.08.16)
The Resilient Kitchen, a Transition Ottawa Re-skilling project, is thrilled to present the first of a Fall workshop series on preserves, canning and other homemade kitchen goodies on August 23 from 6:30 to 9 pm.
Come and learn about how local produce such as cucumbers, tomatoes and raspberries can be transformed into dill pickles, salsa and jam from the "sassy soup chef", Jacqueline Jolliffe. More details here. (2011.08.10)
Last Urban Wild Tour of the SeasonWe are approaching our last tour of the season. Hank and Vera Jones are going to lead us through the city streets showing us a variety of trees that bear edible nuts. Discover black walnut, horsechestnut, ginko, tree hazel and several typesof oaks that are in the Somerset and Capital Wards of Ottawa. Full details here. (2011.08.08)
Dry Days for HayfieldsRay St. Denis of Navandales Farm is a hay broker. He predicts that a combination of too much sun, not enough rain, and fewer growers will lead to a hay shortage for Eastern Ontario livestock farmers this winter. Audio interview (CBC) (2011.08.03)
Latest PERC NewsletterThe July 2011 edition of the Electronic Peace & Environment News (E-PEN) from the Peace and Environment Resource Centre is available here.
The Peace and Environment Resource Centre (PERC) is one of Ottawa's longest-standing grassroots organizations. PERC produces the Peace and Environment News (PEN), available throughout the city on a bimonthly basis. (2011.08.02)
Transition USJuly 2011 Newsletter available here. (2011.08.28)
July 2011 issue. (2011.07.12)
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