"Thank you for the invite, Jordan! Unfortunately we have a movie screening that night of "Hungry for Change". I'd otherwise definitely come out! Keep me in the loop!
Alex"
Vancouver's Leader in Transition toward Strong, Resilient, Complete Communities
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Alexandra Brigham
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- Vancouver, BC
- Canada
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Alexandra Brigham commented on Jordan B's event *Commercial Dr. Monthly (February) Potluck & Workshop - Community currency
Alexandra Brigham's event was featured
Home Sprouting Basics workshop at Eternal Abundance
July 22, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Learn about home sprouting and enjoy dishes prepared by the passionate, knowledgeable, and friendly J.P and Katherine of New Fangled Organics! Enjoy easy-to-follow instructions, simple recipes, and tasty samples as you learn to incorporate basic sprouting into your life. This workshop was held in October 2011 and sold out!!Workshop will cover: - Nutritional & economic benefits of sprouting - Basic sprouting methods for grains, legumes, nuts & seeds- How to incorporate sprouts into your…See More
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Home Sprouting Basics workshop
July 22, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm"Eating What's Around Us" Workshop #3: Fire Cider
July 5, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Alexandra Brigham's event was featured
The Great Bear Rainforest ~ a Celebration of Nature, Music and Dance at Trout Lake Community Centre
June 2, 2012 at 5pm to June 3, 2012 at 1am
This musical celebration is a fundraiser for the Great Bear Rainforest. To honor our relationship with earth, we're going to build a musical dome that is powered by solar energy and bicycles. We are going to celebrate without alcohol and without drugs. The food and drinks that will be served are organic mostly from our local farmers. There will be no garbage, everything will be recycled and composted. The only trace we are going to leave behind is a good feeling in the air and the knowledge…See More
Alexandra Brigham posted an event
The Great Bear Rainforest ~ a Celebration of Nature, Music and Dance at Trout Lake Community Centre
June 2, 2012 at 5pm to June 3, 2012 at 1am
This musical celebration is a fundraiser for the Great Bear Rainforest. To honor our relationship with earth, we're going to build a musical dome that is powered by solar energy and bicycles. We are going to celebrate without alcohol and without drugs. The food and drinks that will be served are organic mostly from our local farmers. There will be no garbage, everything will be recycled and composted. The only trace we are going to leave behind is a good feeling in the air and the knowledge…See More
Alexandra Brigham posted an event
Great Bear Rainforest documentaries + discussion at Eternal Abundance
May 14, 2012 from 8:30pm to 10:30pm
Eternal Abundance will be screening three short documentary films to shed light on the Great Bear Rainforest and impacts of the Enbridge pipeline project, as well as learn from from Eduardo Sousa, Senior Campaigner with Greenpeace Canada who has worked for years in the communities of the region. Finally, we will offer low-impact, locally-sourced organic vegan ingredients to offer a meal option with a portion of proceeds benefitting groups working towards protecting the Great Bear Rainforest.…See More
Alexandra Brigham posted events
"Eating What's Around Us" Workshop #2: Magic of Mints
June 7, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm"Eating What's Around Us" Workshop #1: Wild Green Pesto
May 10, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Alexandra Brigham's event was featured
Peter Ladner Talk and Booksigning "THE URBAN FOOD REVOLUTION: Changing the Way We Feed Cities" at Eternal Abundance
February 9, 2012 from 8pm to 10pm
Thurs, February 9 @ 8pm At Eternal Abundance1025 Commercial Drive$3-5 donation at the door includes organic tea & cookie!Presented by Banyen Books & Sound and Eternal AbundanceOur reliance on industrial agriculture has resulted in a food supply riddled with hidden environmental, economic and health care costs and beset by rising food prices. With only a handful of corporations responsible for the lion’s share of the food on our supermarket shelves, we are incredibly vulnerable to supply…See More
Alexandra Brigham posted an event
Peter Ladner Talk and Booksigning "THE URBAN FOOD REVOLUTION: Changing the Way We Feed Cities" at Eternal Abundance
February 9, 2012 from 8pm to 10pm
Thurs, February 9 @ 8pm At Eternal Abundance1025 Commercial Drive$3-5 donation at the door includes organic tea & cookie!Presented by Banyen Books & Sound and Eternal AbundanceOur reliance on industrial agriculture has resulted in a food supply riddled with hidden environmental, economic and health care costs and beset by rising food prices. With only a handful of corporations responsible for the lion’s share of the food on our supermarket shelves, we are incredibly vulnerable to supply…See More
Cylia commented on Alexandra Brigham's event "The Economics of Happiness" screening + discussion
"Peter and I went to this event. It discusses how globalization affects us and why we need to continue with localizing everything -- energy, food, banking, etc. It mentioned the Transition Town movement as well."
Jordan B commented on Alexandra Brigham's event "The Economics of Happiness" screening + discussion
"I actually saw this film at a conference earlier this year - it is quite worth watching!"
Cylia commented on Alexandra Brigham's event "The Economics of Happiness" screening + discussion
"Looks interesting. I'll see how I feel -- still dealing with this cold...."
Alexandra Brigham's event was featured
"The Economics of Happiness" screening + discussion at Eternal Abundance Organic Grocery + Cafe
November 26, 2011 from 8:30pm to 11pm
Join us for an evening of learning and discussion as Eternal Abundance hosts a screening of The Economics of Happiness. Entry $5-$8 sliding scale, includes organic tea or cookieThe Economics of Happiness discusses the worldwide movement for localization. Both hard-hitting and inspiring, it demonstrates that millions of people across the world are already engaged in building a better world – that small…See More
Alexandra Brigham commented on Ross Moster's group Seed Savers
"Oh I'd love to go see Dan talk but unfortunately must work :(
And Robin, please send me the details of the first meeting!
This is very exciting!!"
Alexandra Brigham commented on Ross Moster's event Garden Planning and Preparation workshop with Grant Watson
"Thanks for that, Ross.
How do you apply for a subsidy?"
Alexandra Brigham joined Ross Moster's group
VV Neighbourhood Food Networks
VV's been very active around food resiliency over the past 5 years. Focusing on 3 areas: Action (VV neighbourhood food networks), Education, and Planning (the Food component of our Energy Descent Action Plan, in conjunction with the Vancouver Food Policy Council), WE BUILD COMMUNITY, WE GROW FOOD, WE HELP BUILD A MORE RESILIENT FOOD SYSTEM.See More
Profile Information
- In which Vancouver neighbourhood or other community do you live?
- Grandview-Woodland
- Please tell us which areas of Transition interest you. For example: growing more food/urban agriculture, relocalizing our economy/local currency, Permaculture, transit, energy efficient buildings, the arts, urban homesteading, preserving seed diversity, potlucks, outreach, organizing events, community-building, having fun while saving the world, or...
- I'm really interested in urban agriculture and growing food within the community for the community. I want to grow food as a full time job as well as engage with and educate youth on the possibility of growing healthy, organic food within city limits.
I'm interested in all things to do with sustainable living, including community building and relocalizing economy. I feel that we've become so disconnected from our neighbours and community, and through global markets those that provide us with our livelihoods. We need to turn things around in order to have an enjoyable and healthy planet for the next generations!
- There's a saying that "Transition is not a spectator sport". It's true! Village Vancouver runs on people power, and engaging in activities and projects together helps us accomplish more. Which groups, networks, neighbourhood villages, or projects do you think you might be interested in getting involved with? And what knowledge, skills, resources or other assets can you bring to the mix? (Don't be bashful!)
- definitely! particularly urban agriculture, youth engagement, community building, a celebration of the city! and other things I can't think of right now...
- What would you like to see improved in Vancouver or in your community regarding sustainability or resiliency? Do you have an idea for a new Transition project or activity?
- - support organic locally-grown food and healthier food choices
- improve food security
- support neighbourhood networks
- move away from auto transportation, with emphasis on public transportation and reduced workplace commuting
- decreased imports, ie. shutting down Delta Port, revitalizing local production
- income equality and eradication of poverty
- I agree to read and abide by the Site Guidelines under the About tab on the navigation bar, remaining respectful in all communications on this web site.
- Yes
Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 1:26am on October 9, 2010,
Village Vancouver said… - Hi Alexandra,
Have you landed back in Vancouver yet? Which neighbourhood are you in?
Cheers,
Ross
VV convenor
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