Welcome to The Entrepreneur's Kitchen™. A Meetup designed for the Social Entrepreneur. We believe that the 21st century business model will be the Social Enterprise. Just like old school unethical sales techniques have gone the way of the Dodo bird, the age of pure capitalism searching to maximize profits at any cost is quickly coming to an end. Our Mission -  Significance through Contribution Combining Leadership and Business to mobilize Social Entrepreneurs committed to making a sustainable d …

Imagine using permaculture techniques and skills to create a resilient and TRULY sustainable human landscape. As we face energy, climate and economic challenges, permaculture offers one of the best "tool kits" for moving in a positive and productive direction: resilient communities full of creative abundance. Wherever you are and whatever you are doing, there is some part of permaculture that will make sense for your life and your relationship to the landscape where you live and work. Join us. W …

Why have a Toronto-GTA Paleo Enthusiasts group? The high carb, low-fat fad has led us into the greatest period of dietary epidemics ever! Civilization is the sickest it has ever been. The medical establishment brought us achievements dealing with infections and drugs, but today it is obviously enraptured with the 'symptoms' of this malnutrition, not prevention since we are sicker then ever. The high carb grain-based food pyramid, and highly processed foods lining the grocery ailes has made us si …

Leading Lives of Purpose, Passion & Power Turning Inspiration Into Action Do you struggle with feelings of overwhelm, grief, cynicism, burn-out & anger? Are you ready to stop asking, “Can just one person make a difference?” - and ready to begin asking, “What kind of difference do I want to make with my own life?” Are you already inspired - but just don’t know how or where to direct your passion? You are not alone. Discover solutions and strategies for action as we shares stories, insights, and e …

The group was started with the idea of bridging the gap between Environmental Sustainability (ES) and the Business world. This can be done only with an eye on the bottom line while implementing an ES idea for a business. The group is for like minded individuals to discuss: - ES business solutions that have been successfully implemented within organizations and how to create a successful business case. - Careers in the business world with an ES bent to it and how to get your foot into the door an …

MOGO is an abbreviation for "MOst GOod, least harm" which is the title of Zoe Weil's book on the subject. http://www.amazon.ca/Most-Good-Least-Harm-Meaningful/dp/B003L1ZYX8 She is also the force behind HumaneEducation.org What is Humane Education? IMAGINE. . . …a generation with the passion and skills to solve the most pressing challenges of our time, successfully and joyfully. … if each of us were prepared for our unique role in creating a better world from the time we were born. …if makin …

Welcome. We are all part of the Project Rejuvenation Network. From here you can connect with your vision of living in a Sustainable, Ecological, and Intentional Community. Our focus is presently Ontario with intentions to expand and network world wide. We offer resources for you to use in order to create your own community or in order to join other communities presently in operation. Our goal is simple. We wish to connect individuals, and offer the tools needed in order transition into a more su …

If you're into self-sufficiency, love learning and spending time outdoors with interesting and diverse people then join us! This meetup group is the place where we host events so you can have a hands-on learning experience and meet new people that share your interests. We're an easy-going group of people who care about sustainability and re-connecting with the natural world that provides for us. Topics include: Local edible plants, urban gardening, emergency preparedness, survival skills, first …

Barefoot Mamas is a group for mothers with young children who are trying to live an eco-conscious life and want to share their ideas and experiences with other, like-minded women. This group is part playdate, part discussion; we'll talk about things like sustainable crafting, organic cooking, gardening, cycling with kids - anything and everything to do with living life with our kids and the environment in mind! We may also head out into the community to visit parks, go for a bike ride, or partic …

If you can see the reality of our world and know that we need to change our ways quickly, then you know that our immediate challenge is to build resilience. We may not agree on the future we are seeing, yet we all know that it will not be 'business as usual'. We may be homesteading for self-sufficiency or preparing for collapse, transitioning for a planned energy descent or readying for Armageddon. We may be simplifying our lives, reconnecting with nature or going green or we may be prepping for …

EnvironBuzz, an Environfocus Initiative, for people that care about the earth and understand that there is only one earth. We discuss environmental issues and sustainability issues as it relates to our homes, communities, businesses and workplace. We also generate awareness of the various global and provincial environmental initiatives. We are focused on providing common sense solutions to the issues affecting us. EnvironBuzz is open to everyone

You're curious about new political ideas? You enjoy a chow time with other progressive people? Join the Chattering Glass! We gather in affordable downtown eateries to schmooze and hear talks by interesting academics, activists, politicians, and journalists. Our guest speaker makes a 30 minutes presentation touching on democracy, social justice or sustainability. Lively discussions and good cheers follow. Add this Meetup to your groups and get updated on our next exciting events.

This is a working group of volunteers and staff at CultureLink Settlement Services, an agency serving newcomers to Toronto. Our mandate is to  create opportunities for the transfer of wisdom across cultures and across generations, on environmental issues such as climate change, energy conservation, recycling, and sustainable transportation. The Committee develops ideas for CultureLink programming and ways to "green" CultureLink's operations and procurement. The activities of the committee includ …

This is the meetup group for people in Ontario supporting IONS, encompassing the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding regions. We welcome new members from all around Ontario and encourage and support you to start you own meetup in your region. Our Vision The Institute of Noetic Sciences serves an emerging movement of globally conscious citizens dedicated to manifesting our highest capacities. We believe that consciousness is essential to a paradigm shift that will lead to a more sustainable worl …

The Toronto Business Growth Networking Group is an association of business-owners and like-minded individuals that are interested in seeing business growth, environmental management, eco-friendly solutions, energy solutions, and building management. We aim to be a source of knowledge amongst our members and take issues of "being green" and sustainability seriously. Join one of our meetups!

LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK If you are: Employed or self-employed -- will the job/business survive/grow locally? Unemployed -- will you be able to find a new local job? A recent grad -- would you rather work locally and if so how? A member of the agricultural community -- will farming be locally sustainable? We need women of Northumberland County to share their experiences, opinions and concerns which may contribute to a Community Action Plan. Participate through dialogue, electronic input …

About us Our explorations of the road ahead will lead us to discuss ideas, trends and technologies (not to mention wildcards) that may impact the future in significant ways. Membership is open to anyone who enjoys good company, informed debate, and a robust but courteous exchange of ideas. Some concepts and methods may find application in business innovation, environmental sustainability, research and development, investment and planning, or simply in the satisfaction of one's personal curiosity …

Welcome to the ecopartners meetup group. Our primary focus for this group is to discuss, research and explore green and sustainable technologies and their practical applications for an aging population. Together we are researching: electric drive transportation alternative urban food production passive hydroponics indoor container gardening edible landscapes local weather patterns and their effects (Climate Change) companion animals and healthy lifestyle choices the impacts of social networki …

Unifying Toronto toward a just, sustainable, thriving way of life for all in The GTA

Toronto-based swapping community, www.Swapsity.ca, brings you a Meetup group that’s all about swapping, saving money and greener lifestyle. This group strives to encourage simpler, greener and barter-focused lifestyle through fun and educational events. Meet like-minded people and learn some helpful tips, tricks and techniques for a greener and more frugal life. See you at our events! About Swapsity Swapsity is an online swapping community dedicated to helping Canadians build a more collaborativ …

This is a group for people who want to develop a co-housing option in downtown Toronto. Canadian Co-Housing network describes it as neighbourhoods that combine the autonomy of private dwellings with the advantages of shared resources and community living. Cohousing offers hope in our often dissociated society. Through cohousing, we can build a better place to live, a place where we know our neighbours, a place where we can enjoy a rich sense of community and contribute to a more sustainable worl …

This Meetup is for locavores, foodies, food lovers, vegans, vegetarians, nutritarians, meatatarians, agrarians, environmentalists and everything in between! Our focus is on eating organic foods grown or raised within 250 km of Burlington. Gathering friends old and new to visit farmer's markets, attend farm tours and festivals, dine at restaurants featuring local products are just some events we can do. Plan educational and fun excursions as a group. Share knowledge and the fruits of our labour w …

The CRIME of the century is happening right above our heads and yet NO ONE ACTS - NO ONE DOES ANYTHING to help stop this attack on our lives, our well being, our health and our CHILDREN! Nothing but awareness and the "FURY" of the masses can change this evil program of spraying nano particles of heavy metals in our AIR! Please watch " What in the world are they Spraying" to at least get a "handle" on the issues. I would appreciate some help, so anyone interested in being an assistant moderator,  …

This is a group for anyone interested in meeting people and making a difference in protecting the natural environment for the future. All skill levels welcome. We started this group to connect with people interested in attending tree-planting events in Toronto and around Ontario. Through these reforestation projects, and using tree saplings and seeds contributed by people/organizations from all walks of life, we make our best possible use of resources, people and knowledge to proactively protect …

This is a weekly platform where people in the local Buffalo area get a chance to give a presentation about what their organization is doing to improve Buffalo. These civic minded, motivated individuals are doing everything from putting a spotlight on blighted neighborhoods to maintaining urban farm that in servicing the surrounding community brings down the price of produce while building community. Come meet the movers and shakers who are committed to the new economy.

Welcome to Business Networking and Network Marketing group Any member can schedule an event and be the Host Online sales for Canadian businesses now exceeds $60 Billion.  15 million Canadians use Facebook, being the largest concentration of Canadians anywhere on the web.  How can we leverage that with brand awareness, growth and engagement strategies, ultimately leading to sales conversions? If you're like many of us, you've read countless ebooks and reports promising to put you on the easy road …

William Gibson, renowned science fiction writer said, "The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed." Our generation is more capable and innovative than our ancestors. The birth of smart phones, geographic information systems, radio frequency identitification systems are already here. We just need to use these innovative tools to solve problems we face in society. Through this group, I would like folks to think beyond the horizons and enable them to have eureka moments! Our …

The NY Passive House (NYPH) Meetups are organized by NYPH members, working to promote a healthy, comfortable and energy-efficient built environment through the promotion of the Passive House building standard. NYPH is an independent not-for-profit organization that facilitates the exchange of information and experiences, among local, national and international practitioners of the Passive House building standard. Presentations at the Meetup will vary from broad general introductions to specific …