This month…
A transformational retreat for those working in climate-related fields.
It began with a vision. We imagined a retreat for those of us working in the field of climate resilience, justice, education, adaptation, mitigation and community-led action in Mi’kma’ki.
We noticed a need and a longing to pause—to strengthen relationships within and across our communities, to deepen our collective understanding of what is being called for, and to nourish and realign ourselves so we can rise to the work that lies before us.
We are honoured that Catherine Martin will share Mi’kmaw teachings and lead us in transforming our relationship with the land, as the context for our climate work. Joanna Bull and Rebekah Hart will lead us through the Spiral process developed by Joanna Macy, which transforms climate anxiety and overwhelm into resilience and fortitude, and which sets the stage for empowered action.
Over three days we will have time to connect with ourselves, the land and each other. We will leave refreshed, with new insights and connections for our work back home.
We invite you to join us.
Schedule: We arrive for check-in and dinner on Thursday, September 18, and leave after lunch on Sunday, September 21.
Fees (including meals and onsite accommodations):
Government, NGO, business: $970/870 (single/double room)
Community, Individual: $720/620 (single/double room)
Inquire about offsite and scholarship options.
The Climate Connections self-paced course
In 2023 How We Thrive has developed a six-module course for individuals and communities in Nova Scotia/Mi’kma’ki. You can work through the modules yourself and then then use the content to engage others in your community. Scroll through these slides to learn more.
Watch the course trailer
Meet some of the contributors
Find out about in-person events in HRM
How We Thrive is partnering with HRM’s Environment and Climate Change team and the Ecology Action Centre to offer in-person workshops and events.
Subscribe to the calendar to find out more.
Join a lunchtime conversation
Each season, Emily Cowin hosts a series of conversations with special guests. Find out more.
Host a potluck, start a conversation, apply for a micro-grant
The time to talk to neighbours about climate risks is before the power outage, flood or wildfire, How We Thrive is offering micro-grants at $50 to help cover refreshments at a neighbourhood conversation, and $200 for a study group.
Fill out a short questionnaire and tell us what you plan to do and we’ll transfer the money. After the event, send us a photo and a brief description, for sharing on social media and inspiring others. With thanks to the Rural Communities Foundation of NS and HalifACT.
