Exploring the Earth Regeneration Fund at the Bioregional Regenerative Finance Forum

00:00:00 Titles

The video presents the "Bioregional Regenerative Finance Forum" focusing on the launch of the Earth Regeneration Fund.

00:00:23 Forum Participant Reactions

Participants share their experiences and insights on the connection between culture and nature, emphasizing the need for collaboration across different bioregions. Joanna Kerr discusses trust-based funding for indigenous communities, while Andrew Toer highlights the importance of presenting a united front to potential funders.

00:07:50 Kortright Centre Welcome – Adrian O'Driscoll

Adrian O'Driscoll welcomes attendees to the forum, acknowledging the traditional territories of Indigenous peoples and the importance of conservation efforts in the region.

00:09:31 What is 7-Generation GTB? – Brian Puppa, Legacy Project

Brian Puppa introduces the Greater Toronto Bioregion (GTB) as a collaborative effort focused on ecological and cultural interconnectedness, highlighting its geographical significance and the importance of recognizing our relationship with the environment.

00:12:42 Conceptual Overview – Susan V. Bosak, Legacy Project

Susan Bosak stresses the complexity of systemic issues and the need for a long-term perspective on regeneration. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling in shaping our understanding of environmental challenges.

00:26:53 Indigenous Ways of Knowing – Dr. Dan Longboat, Trent University

Dr. Dan Longboat discusses the significance of Indigenous knowledge and historical treaties, urging participants to recognize their responsibility toward the environment and the importance of collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives.

00:46:16 Why the Bioregional Scale? – Joe Brewer, Design School for Regenerating Earth

Joe Brewer advocates for a bioregional approach to address environmental challenges, emphasizing the interconnectedness of ecosystems and the necessity for holistic solutions.

01:04:07 Community Funding – Mohamed Huque, Toronto Foundation

Mohamed Huque discusses the role of community foundations in supporting diverse initiatives and the importance of social capital in local environments.

01:09:05 Systems Funding – Martin Kirk, NoVo Foundation

Martin Kirk highlights the importance of integrating Indigenous wisdom with modern practices to create sustainable funding for bioregional initiatives.

01:19:06 Earth Regeneration Fund – Joe Brewer, Design School for Regenerating Earth

Joe Brewer introduces the Earth Regeneration Fund as a network to support collaborative efforts across bioregions, sharing success stories and strategies for funding regeneration projects.

01:29:57 GTB Bioregional Funding Ecosystem – Brian Puppa, Legacy Project

Brian Puppa outlines the development of a funding ecosystem within the GTB that integrates various forms of capital and emphasizes the importance of community engagement.

02:00:41 Group 1 Project Introductions – Brian Puppa, Legacy Project

Participants from various projects share their initiatives focusing on ecological and social regeneration within the bioregion, highlighting collaborative efforts and community involvement.

02:44:13 Dream Bigger, Create Legacy – Susan V. Bosak, Legacy Project

Susan Bosak concludes by urging attendees to dream bigger and create a legacy through collective action and commitment to regeneration efforts.