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In which Vancouver neighbourhood or other community do you live?

UBC-Endowment

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, placemaking, potlucks, outreach, organizing events, community-building, having fun while saving the world, or...

relocalizing our economy/local currency, energy efficient buildings, the arts, potlucks, outreach, organizing events, community-building, having fun while saving the world

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!)

Skills:
organising
communication
time + energy

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?

A shift away from consumerism.

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Yes

Don't feel like answering all the questions now? No worries, just tell us briefly why you're interested in joining at this time, and you can come back and update your profile later.

I am knew to Vancouver. I am passionate about sustainability and being an active member of my local community. I am slowly finding out about local issues and organisations and I believe joining the Village would be a great way to connect with like-minded people.