Film Screening: THE WISDOM TO SURVIVE

Bus Stop Theatre 2203 Gottingen Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

THE WISDOM TO SURVIVE accepts the consensus of scientists that climate change has already arrived, and asks, what is keeping us from action? The film explores how unlimited growth and greed are destroying the life support system of the planet, the social fabric of the society, and the lives of billions of people. Will we […]

Off-Grid Housing Workshop

Tantallon Public Library 3646 Hammonds Plains Road, Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia, Canada

This workshop will consist of a two hour presentation followed by a tour of a nearby modern off-grid home. Some of the topics the presentation will include: o Introduction to off-grid o Types of off-grid systems o Off-grid for new construction o Off-grid as a retrofit for existing houses o Components of off-grid systems o […]

THE WISDOM TO SURVIVE: a powerful new film

Halifax Shambhala Centre 1084 Tower Road, Halifax, Canada

THE WISDOM TO SURVIVE accepts the consensus of scientists that climate change has already arrived, and asks, what is keeping us from action? The film explores how unlimited growth and greed are destroying the life support system of the planet, the social fabric of the society, and the lives of billions of people.  Will we […]

Annual General Meeting

Tantallon Public Library 3646 Hammonds Plains Road, Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia, Canada

A short 15 minute Annual General Meeting will be held at 7:00pm, prior to the film 'Economics of Happiness.'

Film Screening: The Economics of Happiness

Tantallon Public Library 3646 Hammonds Plains Road, Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia, Canada

The Economics of Happiness is an award winning film featuring many voices from six continents calling for systemic economic change. While government and big business promote globalization and the consolidation of corporate power, people around the world are resisting those policies and working to forge a very different future. Communities are coming together to re-build […]

LOCAL PROSPERITY – New Economics for Rural Canada Conference

Unnamed Venue St Margarets Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada

Teaching Practical Economic Tools For Local Communities Transition Bay is pleased to be one of the sponsors and organizers of this important regional event. This conference will focus on how individuals, businesses, and communities in rural communities can design and then implement a practical blueprint for a prosperous future and a healthy economy.  Local Prosperity will feature the best […]

Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden – Spring Planting

St Margarets Bay Crossroads 5209 Saint Margarets Bay Road, Tantallon, Canada

Join us on Mother's Day afternoon to praise your Mother Earth by getting your hands in the soil!  This will be the forth annual garden prep and planting session for the Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden.  The garden will be expanded yet again with more raised beds, and we will likely see the 2015 harvest surpass […]

Affordable and Sustainable Housing Workshop

St. Luke's United Church Lower Hall 5374 St Margarets Bay Rd., Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia, Canada

Vibrant communities recognize the need for sustainable housing which is accessible and affordable by both younger and older generations.  New models for community housing will be explored, citing inspiring examples within the province and elsewhere.  The workshop will explore the potential for housing projects within the St. Margaret's Bay area. John McKee of the Seniors […]