An Appreciation for Trees
The Vancouver Island branch of the Royal Commonwealth Society hosts this Trees for Life video discussion to highlight the role trees play in our lives, communities, and the longevity of our planet. Join Dr. John Innes (Dean, Faculty of Forestry, UBC), Sarah Abbott... Read moreThe Call for a New Forest Framework
What’s wrong with how forestry is practised in BC today? Why are old growth forests so precious? What are the solutions and implementation timelines? Join Kathy Code, of the Ecoforestry Institute Society, and Jonathan…
Read moreThe US Election from a Canadian Perspective
Washington DC lawyer, Mace Rosenstein, provided answers to the following questions: Who actually votes for the President? What is the role of the Electoral College? What are the opportunities for President Trump to game the…
Read moreArts of Laughing, Arts of Weeping: Equipment for Earth’s Lovers
Bob Haverluck, a Manitoba artist-educator and theologian who works with community groups using the arts, especially comedy to help engage issues of violence against the earth and her creatures; and Gennadiy Ivanov, a…
Read moreCreeks and Communities
This video demonstrates how a small group of individuals can can make an impact to tackling the climate and biodiversity crisis by restoring ecosystem function in creeks within communities. The individuals are associated with Aqua-tex Scientific Consulting Ltd., This... Read moreCountdown TEDxBCDrawdown
This special TEDx event, co-produced by Creatively United in partnership with BC Drawdown, features an incredible line up of inspirational solutions and talks by a variety of BC climate champions, including: Seth Klein, Meg…
Read moreBC Drawdown and Countdown to Change
Many people who are concerned about the oncoming climate crisis and loss of biodiversity ask the following questions: “What can one person do? What can one community do?” These questions and others are addressed in this…
Read moreBC Drawdown and Countdown to Change
Many people who are concerned about the oncoming climate crisis and loss of biodiversity ask the following questions: “What can one person do? What can one community do?” These questions and others are addressed in this webinar: BC Drawdown and Countdown... Read moreThe Power of Music
Never in history have we found it as important to turn to music as a medium to inspire us to action and hope. We are in the midst of rapid transformation as we deal with the climate crisis, mass disruption of key ecosystems…
Read moreEsquimalt’s Opportunity for Zero Waste Leadership
In 2019 Esquimalt council committed to a 30% reduction in greenhouse gases by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050. To help meet this challenge, Esquimalt plans to eliminate all waste going to the Hartland Landfill by gasifying 91% of its waste stream which is not... Read moreReview of Naomi Klein’s new video Message From the Future
This short 9 minute video by Naomi Klein and an international group of collaborators is both sobering and hopeful. It shows how in a post-COVID world it is still possible to imagine a future based on deeply humane and green values. Especially if all of us as an Earth... Read moreAwaken Forest Ballet
If you love our forests and trees, please share this special short film produced by Creatively United in collaboration with Ballet Victoria. Awaken, an exquisitely intimate performance inspired by the soft whispers of the forest, features original music composed, sung and orchestrated by Canada’s multi award-winning legend, Ann Mortifee, in collaboration with former Chilliwack band member, Ed Henderson (guitar), and Finn Manniche (cello).
Read moreUnderstanding the Art and Science of Universal Consciousness
Solutions are not found in the same level of consciousness that created the problems. So how can we, as a global collective, transcend to a deeper level of individual and collective consciousness in alignment with Natural…
Read moreThe Transformational Moment: What Have We Learned So Far?
Three of Canada’s foremost practitioners in reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples, Merrell-Ann Phare, Michael Miltenberger, and professional planner, project manager, capacity developer and engagement…
Read moreSeason Two Launch: The Barn’s Burnt Down
Award-winning author and philosopher, Dr. Kathleen Dean Moore, launches Season Two of Creative Solutions for a New World – Climate and Artist Series with an inspiring and creative presentation, entitled The Barns Burnt Down…
Read moreA New Ecological Civilization – The Economics of Kindness
This World Unity Week webinar features eco-futurist and author Guy Dauncey and Creatively United for the Planet founder and host Frances Litman. The new economy must create new jobs in a clean and green transition to renewable energy to flatten the carbon emissions... Read moreYouth for Climate and Social Justice – A Movement of Unity
This World Unity Week webinar is about the unity of the youth climate and social justice movement. The panelists are all young change makers who are invested in creating a more just and safer future for the next generations…
Read moreA Transformational Moment and Reconciliation Panel
The COVID pandemic and the global response to flattening the curve provide a once in a lifetime opportunity for the world to re-set its policies to flatten the carbon curve. This panel consists of three leading thinkers on this transformational moment.
Read moreSolutions for Indigenous and Ecosystem Based Management
The Story of the Great Bear Rainforest: Transition to Sustainability The Great Bear Rainforest is one of the largest intact temperate rainforests in the world. It stretches from the northern tip of Vancouver Island to…
Read moreThe Doughnut and the New Forest Framework: The Wildwood Model
Wildwood is a 77-acre forest nestled on the shores of Quennell Lake in the Ladysmith area of Vancouver Island. The Ecoforestry Institute Society (EIS) is a registered charitable society and the owners and trustees of…
Read moreClimate Change & Canada’s Water Future – Part 2
Find out why science is more important now than ever and water is the nexus of climate with two of the world’s leading scientists, Dr. John Pomeroy and Dr. Trevor Davies. Joining them is award-winning author, Bob Sandford…
Read moreWhat would it take to Build a Truly Resilient Local Food System?
Best-selling author, seed saving guru and food security expert, Carolyn Herriot, and Victoria, BC, community gardening advocate, Gary MacDougall, will share tips on how to grow healthy food that rebuilds soil, prevents erosion, and draws down CO2 in the ground as... Read moreA Modern Alphabet: Artfully Re-Imagining Our Future
Speaker, author, futurist, Guy Dauncey, and Creatively United founder and professional multi-media artist, Frances Litman, present A Modern Alphabet – Re-Imagining Our Future. Guy Dauncey is a futurist, anthropological…
Read morePatricia Reichert – Food System Comeback
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hclD4OmMeL8 This is a presentation and discussion about the changes that are possible in this region if we choose to build a local food economy based on principles of resilience and social justice. As a local food systems specialist,... Read moreThe Art of Self Care: Building Immunity & Resilience
Learn a number of proven ways to reduce anxiety, boost your immune system and feel lighter and brighter with simple techniques provided by three professionals with many years of experience. Author, Karen Ledger, a respected…
Read moreFood! Deep Roots Farm How-To Videos with Golden-Rose Gardiner and Carolyn Herriot
Yellow Point’s own Goldenrose and Carolyn are making short videos on What to Plant at the End of April (early May), How to grow Potatoes, How to Pot on Tomatoes, How to Pot on Cabbage, and a new one each week. They are all... Read moreEcological and Spiritual Regeneration
Ann Mortifee is an inspirational leader in both the environment and the arts. She is Canada’s National Performing Treasure, a recipient of the Order of Canada, beloved by thousands for her penetrating wisdom and humanity….
Read moreA Message From Robert Bateman
In these times of social distancing, the Bateman Foundation is working hard to adapt and continue our mission of connecting people to nature using art and offers an ever-expanding digital resource at https://batemanfoundation.org/online/ that includes virtual tours of... Read moreSocial Change Requires an Open Mind
This is a video I created out of a PowerPoint presentation created by a social change movement that I’m part of. I invite you to take the time to watch it. I hope it sheds light on my state of agitation, and why you too might be frustrated with the widespread inertia... Read more
Extinction Project
Being a bridge between 2 cultures I feel the most important thing I can do is, bring awareness to our climate crisis not just environmentally but also through indigenous cultures. The world needs to come together in this time of need and the avenue Is art.
Read moreFeeding Community One Garden at a Time
In Sooke BC, a community garden has evolved from an idea based on permaculture principles and the desire for a church congregation to give more to the community. This garden grows food for the local food bank and people in need. It is still evolving and looks to... Read more
Takaya, The Lone Wolf
I watched this beautiful documentary about the lone wolf on Discovery Island, off Oak Bay shoreline. The film is made by local wildlife photographer Cheryl Alexander. It’s on CBC, The Nature of Things: Takaya, Lone Wolf and will be repeated on TV, on the CBCNN... Read more“This is Not a Drill” Cideo From Greta Thunberg and George Monbiot
Environmental activists Greta Thunberg and George Monbiot have helped produce a short film highlighting the need to protect, restore and use nature to tackle the climate crisis. Living ecosystems like forests, mangroves, swamps and seabeds can pull enormous quantities... Read moreA Tree For All Trades
Thank you to everyone who came out to the film and information night on Friday. It was a full house that included an opportunity for those in attendance to learn more about carbon negative Harmless Home and how the new technology it employs could result in less lumber... Read moreA Home Building Revolution: The Harmless Home
It’s now possible to build structures that are carbon negative, fireproof, soundproof, toxin free, earthquake, mold and pest resistant. This video features the first home of its kind in the world. Located in East Sooke on southern Vancouver Island, near... Read moreWelcome to the Anthropocene – Dr. Trevor Hancock Presentation
The Creatively United for the Planet Society is honoured to have Dr. Trevor Hancock on our board of directors. His columns appear weekly in the Times Colonist, and he is an in-demand speaker world-wide. This video was captured at one of our recent events on Creating... Read more
Watch: Creating Resilient Green Built Neighbourhoods
These inspiring presentations focus on solutions for the creation of resilient, healthy and happy communities.Speakers include: Jack Anderson, one of western Canada’s leading green building design experts, urban planners and community design visionaries; Arno... Read moreLiving Indigenous Law in Canada by John Borrows
John Borrows shares his knowledge of indigenous law in this video captured at a recent Conversations for a One Planet Region event at the Greater Victoria Public Library. John Borrows is the Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Law at the University of Victoria Law... Read moreRecommendations To Make Trees Matter
Members of the Community Trees Matter Network and the Creatively United for the Planet Society have enthusiastically encouraged the City of Victoria to strengthen its tree preservation bylaws and adopt the strategic plan and budget that will see the Urban Forest... Read moreWatch: Oil’s Deep State with Kevin Taft Livestream Broadcast
Thanks to the more than 300 people who attended this inspiring evening by multi bestselling author Kevin Taft and Elizabeth May. For those who missed it, or want to hear all the gems shared, here’s your chance. There is a wealth of incredible knowledge here.
Read moreWatch Now: Creating a One Planet Community Event
Everyone wondered how we could possibly feature more than 20 presentations in less than two hours, but we did it! Inspiring stories of innovation, collaboration, community and creativity were shared with both a live and livestream audience worldwide around the theme... Read moreWhale of a Wake Up Call
When I think of the 17 days of the “tour of grief” exhibited by the endangered female Orca whale known as J35, I can’t help but think this was done as a very public way of saying “look at what you’ve done you ignorant humans!”... Read more
Films on Food Issues & Food Security
Enjoy a compiled list of films and documentaries related to food issues throughout the world.
Read moreWatch: New Interview with Frances Litman about Creatively United
Airing this week! Television host/author, Guy Dauncey, discusses what it takes to step out of your comfort zone and become a leader with Frances Litman, founder of Creatively United for the... Read moreWatch: Change the World with Guy Dauncey
Have a concern for the future? Do you want to build a better world? Join host Guy Dauncey and meet inspiring individuals who are motivated to make meaningful changes in our community. Change the World host Guy Dauncey discusses new economics and a community economy... Read moreA Poem For You & Me
Trees provide beauty, shade, fresh air, habitat for birds and animals, ambiance, sequester carbon and help fight climate change, plus provide chemicals that we inhale that have a calming influence. Now, when we need them the most, trees are being treated as disposable... Read moreA Reflection on Being
I was moved to deep silence when I heard April Hambley share this piece at the Church of Truth – Community of Conscious Living’s regular 11 am Sunday gathering, at 111 Superior St. I love co-creative, collaborative projects and envisioned putting some of... Read more
Skaana Podcast: Green Party Leader, Elizabeth May, Talks On Saving Orcas, Kinder Morgan & More
Canada’s Green Party leader, Elizabeth May, talks to Mark Leiren-Young about the southern resident orcas (and the threat their facing from Kinder Morgan), the right whales (and the threat their facing from Bilcon) and the work we all need to do to look after our oceans.
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