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Dharma, non-attachment and convivial degrowth in Canada – let’s start the conversation
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Last night I heard a great show on CBC Radio’s Ideas on the Degrowth Paradigm (http://www.cbc.ca/ideas/episodes/2013/12/10/the-degrowth-paradigm/) Here’s how Degrowth/Decroissance Canada describes the concept, in simple terms: Convivial degrowth is a relatively new concept, especially in North America. Degrowth or decroissance has been around for a number of years in France and other parts of Europe, with some... Read more »
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Plot to Save the Planet update 4.23.13
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Dear [Sumeru], I recently received a letter with one of your Plot to Save the Planet badges from Chuck Prebish, and thought it would be good to make contact with you. I am a scholar of Japanese Buddhism, with particular focus on modernity, ethics, and politics. I also happen to be Canadian, though I presently... Read more »
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Souls of Zen movie at the Japan Foundation in Toronto
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There will be a second screening of the Souls of Zen movie at the Japan Foundation in Toronto. Second screening! Friday, March 22 6:30 pm (doors open at 6 pm) Souls of Zen Dir. Tim Graf/PG/60 min/2010 In English and Japanese with English subtitles Souls of Zen presents perspectives on Buddhism as practiced by clergy, lay... Read more »
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Continuum movie
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Continuum is a movie currently fundraising on Kickstarter, focusing on a new way to view our relationship with the planet. Among the many distinguished humans featured in the movie are HH the Karmapa, Roshi Glassman, and many Buddhists in a variety of countries. Justin Whittaker over at American Buddhist Perspective featured the trailer on his... Read more »
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Meditate for Life: The Place of Unknowing
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A Meditate for Life Vancouver retreat Join us for our next Meditate For Life mindfulness meditation retreat, The Place of Unknowing. Date: Sunday, Dec 2nd Time: 10am to 4pm (registration will open at 9:30). Place: The Vancouver Friends For Life Society, 1459 Barclay St. Mindfulness, walking, forgiveness, and lovingkindness meditations. Registration is $40.00. Registration includes a vegetarian lunch, tea and refreshments. All funds will... Read more »
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