Dr. Gillian Mandich

The Science of Happiness

September 19th 2022. 

Dr. Gillian Mandich

Dr. Mandich will explain what it means to be happy, what key factors influence happiness and what really matters to boost happiness after a global pandemic.

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Seth Klein

Mobilizing Canada for the Climate Emergency

October 24th 2022.

Seth Klein

Seth Klein explores how we can align our politics and economy with what science says we must do to address the climate crisis.  Klein brings an original and uniquely hopeful take to this challenge.

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Sue Lantz

More Options, More Choice : Aging Your Way

November 28th 2022.

Sue Lantz

A thought-provoking conversation to broaden your perspective on aging in the places you choose, with the best resources within your community. Participants will be inspired to map out their own plans.

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David Macpherson

History of an Icon - Massey Hall

January 30th 2023.

David McPherson

David McPherson will chronicle the fascinating story of Canda’s most revered concert hall.  His presentation will demonstrate his passion for music and our cultural heritage.

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Dr. Lauryn Oates

The Right to Learn and Why Everything Depends on Education

February 27th 2023.

Dr. Lauryn Oates

Dr. Oates will provide a brief update on the situation for women and girls in Afghanistan and how Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan(CW4WA) is responding.

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Susan Goldenberg

Deadly Triangle : The Famous Architect, His Wife, The Chauffeur and Murder Most Foul

March 27th 2023.

Susan Goldenberg

Susan’s riveting book depicts the 1935 murder of  architect Francis Mawson Rattenbury. It recounts the arrest and lurid trial.

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Rahul Singh

When an Emergency Happens, GlobalMedic Responds

April 24th 2023.

Rahul Singh

Rahul Singh, Executive Director, will discuss the complexity and impact of a multi-pronged approach to meeting the ever-growing needs of the people of Ukraine.

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Merilyn Simonds

Woman, Watching.

May 31st 2023 at 5:30 pm.

Merilyn Simonds

A dedicated birder, Merilyn Simonds brings her own songbird experiences to her new book.  An innovative memoir/biography of Louise de Kiriline Lawerence, one of Canada’s greatest naturalists and nature writers.

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