Karma Coop: A Story of Toronto Activism and Local Food Ecosystems
Bob Biderman, Andrea Dawber,
Paul Decampo/Zach Weingarten
We will retrace Jane Jacobs' Saturday morning walk to Karma Coop from her long-time home at 69 Albany Avenue, and learn about Karma's early days, the many Toronto activists like Jane who were members, the issues that continue to shape our city and today's activist members. We will stop off at the Rose Garden dedicated to Jane Jacobs by Grassroots Albany, and make our way to Karma Coop, where we will learn about the importance of local food ecosystems and food issues activism at Karma. Jane Jacob's once said "we need a Karma Coop in every neighborhood". Come find out why.
Walk Start:
Sidewalk in front of 69 Albany Avenue. Bloor & Bathurst/Bloor subway station.
Karma Coop. 739 Palmerston Avenue in Karma Lane. Bloor & Bathurst/Bathurst subway station
Walk End:
Date: May 5
1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Language:
English
Theme:
Advocacy and Politics
Architecture and Urban Planning
Environment and Sustainability
Lived experiences and personal perspectives
People and Communities
Accesibility:
Uneven terrain, breaks encouraged, busy sidewalks, indoor stops, dog-friendly walk, family-friendly walk, dogs can rest outside by the picnic table during the indoor talk & tour at Karma Coop.