Justin
I’m an Ontario native who migrated west in 2000, landing in Vancouver in 2001. I am a seeker, a yogi, a java & web software geek, community gardener, sustainability advocate, graduate of Humber College & Royal Roads University as well as an occasionally vegetarian organic fanatic, paraplegic, founder of Seva Server, part owner of Elastic Path Software and husband of Lisa.
If you want a little history, my old site is http://www.justintilson.com.
My flickr account: http://flickr.com/photos/lisa-and-justin-tilson/
Currently I am really keen on global warming, peak oil, building community gardens as well as being an active, informed and involved citizen. I’ve on started an MBA in sustainable development at Bainbridge Graduate Institute in September of 2007.
My aim in this lifetime is to become as conscious as possible. Whether this includes a full awakening, we have yet to see. As becoming conscious will have a different meaning for everyone, let me try to explain my understanding of it. I believe that we have come to this planet to evolve ourselves physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It is my aim to develop these aspects of my being so that I can refine the traits of clarity, wisdom, integrity, knowledge and the capacity to serve. My motivation is two fold. First, I have an intrinsic desire to become conscious and second, I feel a very immediate need to actively participate in the evolution of society before we collectively turn Earth into a toxic waste dump. My studies have led me to see that we are approaching a very catastrophic collision of forces on the planet as humankind races toward the brink of environmental collapse. It is my intention to contribute to the evolution of the planet so that we may come to live in harmony with each other and the biosphere. I see this as essential, especially before we develop the capacity to venture out beyond our solar system.
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Doug
12. March 2007 | 15:41 hJustin,
Enjoyed your thoughts on Zero Waste. I have a story about a bag that you might find very interesting.
I was looking for an email so I could send you a PDF but couldn’t find one.
Stolen Handbike and Recumbent alert « Ephemeral Feasthouse
4. December 2007 | 12:04 h[...] Justin’s unique handcrafted in Germany (expensive) handbike (with wheelchair hitch) along with Lisa’s recumbent bike - both used on their carbon free honeymoon - have been stolen! Please alert pawn shops and keep an eye on shady characters. If seen, throw a lock on them and call Justin’s cell 604-671-6370. Posted in Urban Incidents. Tags: stolen bike alert handbike recumbant. [...]
Wibowo Sulistio (Bowo)
15. May 2008 | 04:35 hLove these words of yours:
“I believe that we have come to this planet to evolve ourselves physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It is my aim to develop these aspects of my being so that I can refine the traits of clarity, wisdom, integrity, knowledge and the capacity to serve. My motivation is two fold. First, I have an intrinsic desire to become conscious and second, I feel a very immediate need to actively participate in the evolution of society”
Dave Huer
18. June 2008 | 18:47 hHey Justin,
Found your new website, while searching for your old one. Thought you might be interested in this event being put on by my friend Kate.
Best,
Dave Huer
Kate Sutherland
to Kate Sutherland
date Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 10:31 AM
subject BE THE CHANGE !
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Hi there,
I’d love you to come to an upcoming Be The Change symposium.
I’ve been working with Be The Change since November, and in it I find a rare mix of authentic community and effective action. I’ve helped to design the Circle processes (See below), trained to lead the symposium and joined the Board. I’ve not been this convinced of the value of a program/organization for decades. So I hope you will come!
A friend/colleague who came to a symposium on March 29 emailed me to say: “I was so moved by the day that I’ve been talking it up to everybody I know, having as light a footprint as possible, and reeling with the possibilities of how far it could go.”
We have room for lots of people!
For Earth and Community and joy, it would be great to fill the room to the rafters…
So please make this message your own and share with your friends and networks.
Many thanks!
Kate
604-708-3093
Dear friends and colleagues,
You are ‘warmly’ invited to participate in a
BE THE CHANGE SYMPOSIUM
June 19 Langara College, Summer School on Building Community – Course # 60716
Thursday 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC
9:00 am-4:30 pm Register in person or by phone: 604-323-5322
June 28 Mount Pleasant Community Centre — I’ll be co-leading this one!
Saturday 3161 Ontario Street, Vancouver, BC
9:00 am – 4:30 pm Register by phone: 604-713-1888
You are invited to Be The Change that Earth and all beings are calling for.
Our global ecological crisis compels us to change our present course. Join with other concerned citizens to co-create a sustainable, just and fulfilling human presence on this planet and discover what it is to Be The Change.
The Be The Change Symposium is a visually rich and inspiring response to climate change. Multi-media clips from Desmond Tutu, Brian Swimme, Maude Barlow, Julia Butterfly Hill, Paul Hawken, and other global leaders in social change reveal the nature of our predicament — and an enlivening vision of our emerging future.
An interactive process helps us confront today’s sobering realities and empowers us to take personal and collective action. Be The Change Circles provide the lively, community based support we all need to shed old habits, make new lifestyle choices and take action to spark significant social change.
Come to a symposium this June, before summer hiatus, and join the Be The Change circles arising in our community for ongoing support.
The time to act is now. Act big, act small, but act.
“I was so moved by the day that I’ve been talking it up to everybody I know, having as light a footprint as possible, and reeling with the possibilities of how far it could go.”
Carla Rieger
Symposium Participant
Registration: $50 for full day workshop
$25 for students, seniors and low-wage
All proceeds support the non-profit work of the Earth Alliance
For more information please contact BE THE CHANGE EARTH ALLIANCE
http://www.bethechangeearthalliance.org
info@BeTheChangeEarthAlliance.org
phone: 604-269-9874
AND/Or this longer version:
Dear friends and colleagues,
You are ‘warmly’ invited to participate in a
BE THE CHANGE SYMPOSIUM
June 19 Langara College, Summer School on Building Community
Thursday 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC
9:00 am-4:30 pm Register in person or by phone: 604-323-5322
June 28 Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Saturday 3161 Ontario Street, Vancouver, BC
9:00 am – 4:30 pm Register by phone: 604-713-1888
Be the Change is a community engagement program that weaves together excellent materials & processes from respected organizations in the sustainability community.
This three-fold program empowers citizens to understand the fundamental causes of the ecological crisis facing us, and engage in personal actions to meet these challenges. Be the Change is a volunteer-based initiative that invites participation and leadership on many levels. It is designed to become a grass roots movement that can spread easily through the broad community.
1. BE THE CHANGE SYMPOSIA
We begin by attending a Be the Change Symposium.[1][1] This one-day workshop is an inspiring response to Climate Change, calling participants to stand for a new possibility for the future: an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling and socially just human presence on this planet. The workshop is led by facilitators trained by the Pachamama Alliance and is a good balance of information and interactive participation. Social change leaders such as Matthew Fox, Brian Swimme, Joanna Macy, Paul Hawken, Lynn Twist, Desmond Tutu, and Van Jones join us via DVD.
The goals of the symposium are for participants, in community, to confront the facts of where we are; identify the assumptions that led us here; understand the new science that recognizes our profound interconnection; feel encouraged by the groundswell of committed energy emerging in society; and be empowered to take action.
The symposium inspires action and ongoing commitment. Participants are encouraged to form a Be the Change Circle (described below); bring the symposium to their organization, and/or train to be a Symposium presenter.
We are inviting you, as leaders, organizers, facilitators and concerned citizens, to be a positive, vital part of the change that is emerging.
2. BE THE CHANGE CIRCLES
BTC Circles are groups of 8-12 friends or like-minded people, who commit to meeting weekly or bi-weekly to dialogue and support each other in adopting new life-style habits. The circles provide individuals with an effective framework for exploring personal values and creating new habits in a fun and personal context.
Circles will choose their materials from a curriculum organized in 8-12 week modules. The Be The Change Handbook guides participants through:
o readings for dialogue compiled by Northwest Earth Institute;
o action guides compiled by BTC;
o sharing stories of change and other team building activities compiled by BTC;
o periodic evaluation of eco-footprint and happiness index (on-line calculators).
The program provides a balance of prescriptive, consistent actions, using peer support and accountability to assist us in fulfilling our intentions, as well as the freedom to choose from a wide selection of reading materials and activities.
The materials and guidelines for this circle program have been selected in response to feedback from alpha and beta circles who met regularly in 2007 to test the program. We are now piloting the program in Vancouver. Your participation and evaluation will provide a valuable contribution to the refinement of this program for national and international release.
3. BE THE CHANGE CONFERENCE FESTIVAL
On October 4, 2008, circle members and the public will gather for our first annual Be The Change Festival at the Croatian Cultural Centre, 15th & Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC. Inspiring speakers, dynamic discussions with community leaders and interactive workshops will address global issues with regional applications and personal choice points, highlighting innovative examples of change. Circle participants will decide on collective social action, share stories of change, celebrate their cumulative results; receive leadership coaching and facilitator training.
Performing artists open our imaginations and express our visions. The dialogue of the day will culminate in an evening festival filled with music, film, visual art, poetry, multimedia and dance. Together we will celebrate the values and commitment of a community dedicated to a just and sustainable human presence on this planet.
JOIN US
Response to this program from associates across Canada, in the USA, UK and Australia has been very positive, and they are keen to take it to their communities internationally.
Bring: a bag lunch, cup, cloth napkin, cushion, journal, water
More information: info@bethechangeearthalliance.org or see http://www.bethechangeearthalliance.org
Presented by: Be The Change Earth Alliance and The Pachamama Alliance
Sponsored by: Tides Foundation, Hollyhock, Creative Wonders Communications, Jack of Hearts Productions, and Western Printers.
[1][1] BE THE CHANGE Symposium is a variation of Awaken the Dreamer Symposium created by The Pachamama Alliance founded by Lynn Twist in San Francisco.