Sympatheia
“Sympatheia” is the belief in mutual interdependence (Inter-being) among everything in the universe, that we are all one. It is an invitation to us to take a step back, zoom out and see life from a higher vantage point than our own.
Sympatheia is a blog which focusses on highlighting new, integral breakthroughs in the understanding of values, cultural systems and world-views in order to positively influence the creation of regenerative cultures aligned with the evolution of life.
10 Steps to Resist Fascism and Defend Democracy
Wherever I go in Canada, people ask me “What if?” questions. What if the threats to our nation escalate? What if Trump follows through on his threat to our sovereignty? In the early days, those questions were posed with a sense of trepidation and fear. As if we...
What is a Third Place? Beyond the Buzzword to True Social Connection
Katherine Peinhardt Mar 6, 2026 Social isolation is on the rise. In fact, it’s an epidemic. In light of this crisis, it is no wonder that people are feeling more compelled to find ways to connect. Unfortunately, at the time we need them most, we are losing our...
Nation-Building for Good Jobs and Shared Prosperity
by Rosemarie Powell As the 2025 federal budget doubles down with hundreds of billions of dollars earmarked for new infrastructure and housing over the next five years, it is crucial that Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) are woven into the fabric of these...
A Harvest Of Harmony
BROOKFIELD HIGH SCHOOL PROUDLY PRESENTS:WINTER HOLIDAY CONCERT 2025 A Harvest of Harmony FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY:BROOKFIELD BAND,OTTAWA CATHOLIC SCHOOL BOARD CHAMBER CHOIR, & OTTAWA WIND ENSEMBLE SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2025 | 3:00PMBROOKFIELD HIGH SCHOOL...
Partner with Social Enterprises to Achieve Strategy and Deliver Community Impact
Across Canada, purchasers in both the public and private sectors are rethinking how to get the best value from every dollar spent. Beyond price and efficiency, organizations are asking: How can our purchasing also help achieve our strategic goals and strengthen our...
How the Buy Canadian Policy can build an economy for all
Implement social procurement and Economic NutritionCM for increased financial transparency and community resilience Executive Summary Buy Social Canada, The Shorefast Institute for Place-Based Economies (“The Shorefast Institute”), Canadian CED Network, Co-operatives...
Five Rights of Nature and Ecocentric Law-related Motions to be Voted Upon at Upcoming IUCN World Conservation Congress
Rights of Nature Motions at the IUCN Rights of Nature and ecocentric law-related motions are heading to the IUCN World Conservation Congress from October 9 to 15, 2025 — a crucial international event held once every four years. After completing the online discussion...
Buy Social Canada and SECC Recommend Federal Budget Support Social Procurement, Social Enterprise, and CBAs
Some excellent recommendations from Canada’s leading advocate for procurement that results in local, inclusive and equitable purchasing outcomes. Stay tuned Ottawa As part of the Government of Canada’s Pre-Budget Consultations in advance of releasing the next Federal...
Money in Place by Bruce Katz and Michael Saadine
An interesting article that fits nicely with Buy Local and other Community Wealth Building strategies. We all need to get together to discuss next steps in building an equitable and inclusive local economy in Ottawa! Money in Place by Bruce Katz and Michael Saadine...