Links - Alternative
Alternatives
http://www.alternatives.ca/en/Founded in 1994, Alternatives hosts international and national programs aimed to build sustainable communities and works for solidarity, justice, and equity the world over.
Black Bag Media Collective
http://www.rockcanrollrecords.comThese guys produce and document the work of its artists in the form of audio recordings, live performances, new media presentations and via emerging technologies.
CyberCap
http://www.cybercap.qc.caThis non-profit provides troubled youth an opportunity to learn about and experiment with multimedia to improve their situations.
Everyday Activist
http://www.everydayactivist.comThis site offers simple tips for parents, kids, teachers and companies on how to reduce environmental impact.
Eyes Project
http://www.eyesproject.comThis Canadian non-profit promotes environmental and sustainability education through innovative initiatives for both educators and youth.
Green Street
http://www.green-street.caGreen Street offers programs for teachers that encourage environmental responsibility, commitment to sustainable living, and dedication to environmental stewardship.
Katimavik
http://www.katimavik.orgEngage youth in volunteer service and foster sustainable communities through challenging national youth service programs.
Santropol Roulant (The Living Labs Project)
http://www.santropolroulant.org/2009/E-livinglabs.htmFounded and run by young Montrealers, Santropol Roulant uses food as a vehicle to build bridges between people and strengthen the local community.
The S.W.A.P. Team
http://theswapteam.org/The S.W.A.P. Team is a non-profit social enterprise with an international presence.
Through its clothing swap event Take Off Your Clothes, the group endeavors to promote sharing as an antidote to overconsumption while increasing awareness of conscious consumerism and providing clothing for those in need.
Why People Act (Blog)
http://whypeopleact.wordpress.comThis blog is part of a Master's of Education Thesis and is aimed at sparking dialogue about what motivates people to get involved in advocacy.
