Are you wondering what sustainability means and how it applies to you? Do you feel confused by contradictory information in the media? Learn sustainability basics: how sustainable are we in North America? How do we compare with the rest of the world? We’ll also take a look at our own life choices and the impact of these on our sustainability.

Join leaders of the transition movement in Vancouver on October 15 & 16 for a 2-day workshop and dialogue introducing the principles, steps and lessions of the successfull Transition Town model of local response to global challenges.

Note: Co-sponsored by Village Vancouver

Traditionally every culture has incorporated fermented foods into their diet. From health benefits to social change, preserving foods at home is a sustainable practice. In this hands-on course, we will discuss the benefits of tapping into this ancient wisdom and prepare traditional sauerkraut, brine pickles and fruit salsa, as well as get introduced to fermenting dairy with kefir culture.

Create delicious, sustainable, and mindful food choices that fit with your life today. Tap into the ancient wisdom of preparing soup stock from bones and discuss ethical, local, and seasonal sources of animal and plant-based whole foods plus learn to adapt recipes using seasonal and local ingredients.

Prerequisites: None