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October 2016, Issue 1

Regional sub-group of the Toronto Vegetarian Association

This summer participation at several vegan

events
At the end of July, I attended the 2016 Conference Nutrition in Medicine from the
Physicians Committee of Responsible Medicine (PCRM) in Washington DC. The consensus
of the experts on the latest nutrition research emphasizes that there is NO need to worry
about protein when eating a whole foods plant based diet. Not even for high endurance
athletes.

September 11 in Toronto TVA 34th Annual Veg Fest I had the opportunity to listen to Dr.
Michael Greger, as well as a wonderful panel of local professionals who recommend a
vegan whole foods diet to improve our health. I also joined DXE choir singing for the
protection of animals rights.
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Durham Veg Upcoming Events

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November 2nd Diwali Dinner @ Spicy Affairs, 84 King St W, Oshawa

DurhamVeg tradition celebrating Diwali, the largest annual holiday celebrated by Indians
worldwide, at Spicy Affairs in Oshawa. In the spirit of this festival of light you are welcome to
join our social group for our "Festival of Lights" dinner. The word Diwali is a contraction of
a word translating to row of lamps as the holiday involves the lighting of small clay lamps
to symbolize the victory of good over evil. Firecrackers are burst and, during the festival, all
those celebrating wear new clothes and share sweets with family and friends. If you have
sari, suit or a south Asian-inspired outfit please feel free to wear it. We invite you to wear

This summer participation at

several vegan events

Durham Veg Upcoming Events

Toronto Starch Solution meetup

HotRoots Soup Festival

Indian fashions or to add accessories we will have on hand. We had a great time last year
and look forward to more fun this year!
December holidays diner @ Copper Branch, 66 Baldwin St, Whitby,
Prepare to celebrate December festive holidays with DurhamVeg social group at Copper
Branch. Durham residents have received a gift with this new wholesome, 100% plant-based

What would happen if the world

suddenly went vegetarian?

This summer participation at

several vegan events (cont.)

October activities in Durham Region

foods restaurant opened in our community. They offer a large menu with foods that make us
feel great about eating. The service is fast and the staff is very friendly.

Check out Toronto Starch Solution meetup

Judy Newman and a group of friends have started a Toronto Starch Solution meetup
and are hosting monthly potluck lunches at her church. The group follows Dr. John
McDougall's book The Starch Solution way of eating. Members support each other and
explore whatever opportunities they get to educate others.

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In the few months we have been holding
these lunches, a number of people from Dr.
McDougall's website have joined us and also a
number of members of my congregation are
giving it a try, says Judy
Everyone Is invited! You can find more
information at the TVA events calendar.

satisfying. Feeling hungry or deprived is

discouraged. No starvation or sacrifice
required! It is based on the principles of Dr.
John McDougall's book The Starch Solution:
Eat the Foods You Love, Regain Your Health,
and Lose the Weight for Good.

The next lunch will be Sunday, October 23 at

1:00 pm. This low fat, whole foods, plant
based (WFPB) way of eating centers on healthy
starches such as whole grains, beans, lentils,
peas, potatoes, sweet potatoes, winter
squashes, parsnips, pasta, and so on,
augmented with smaller proportions of green,
yellow and orange (non-starchy) veggies
prepared and served without added fat and
eaten with a plethora of delicious, fat free
condiments and sauces, in quantities that are

Come on out for a delicious potluck lunch and

a chance to mingle with some new folks.
A small donation of $1 or $2 would be
appreciated to help defray the costs to Don
Heights Unitarian Congregation for the use of
the space
Location:
Don
Heights
Unitarian
Congregation, 18 Wynford Drive, Suite 102,
Toronto M3C 3S2 (Don Mills and Eglinton).
Parking is available and is FREE for this event.

HotRoots Soup Festival on February 21 to 24 at Oshawas City Hall and Ministry of Finance
Lobby from 11:30 am to 1pm.
HotRoots Soup Festival
We will be holding our
traditional
HotRoots
Soup Festival
Feb 21 to 24 at Oshawas
City Hall and Ministry of
Finance Lobby from
11:30 am to 1pm. We
would love to have our
members joining us for a
hot vegan soup any day at
one of these locations.
Volunteers to assist at the
soup stations during the
week are also needed.
Email DurhamVeg if you
would like to volunteer.
HotRoots Partners: Oshawas BIA,
City of Oshawa & DurhamVeg

Our member Nicky Patel, Director of

Student Academic Learning Services at
Durham College has recently shared this
interesting article published by BBC
writer Rachel Nuwer:
Multiple benefits of cutting out meat:
In developed countries, vegetarianism
would bring all sorts of environmental
and health benefits.

What would happen if the world suddenly

went vegetarian? by Rachel Nuwer

Vegetarianism staves off about 7 million

deaths per year, while veganism knocks
that estimate up to 8 million

Scientists examining climate change:

Food production accounts for one-quarter to one-third of all anthropogenic greenhouse gas

consequently a source of both greenhouse

emissions worldwide and the effect of the way we eat on climate change is often

gas emissions due to land conversion and

underestimated.

of biodiversity loss. From the worlds

For example,

an average family of four emits more greenhouse gases because of the meat they eat
than from driving two cars but it is cars, not steaks, that regularly come up in

Most people dont think of the consequences of food on climate change, but by just

eating reducing meat intake right now we can improve the world a lot for the next

grasslands and forests, we would capture

generations.

carbon and further alleviate climate

Scientists have built computer models to predict what would happen if everyone

change.

While it might still be unrealistic a scenario where everyone adopts a plant-based diet

By restoring 80% of pastureland to

Biodiversity restoration, 10 to 20% of

pastureland is sufficient to grow crops to

such change would have huge impact for the future of food related gas emissions.

fill the gaps in the human food supply.

environmental restoration and conversion to plant-based agriculture would require

While still small, this increase in

planning and investment

agricultural land is sufficient to make up

Workers formerly engaged in the livestock industry would also need assistance

for the loss of animal food since one-third

transitioning to new careers in agriculture, reforestation or producing bioenergy from

crop by-products currently used as livestock feed

billion acres) of agricultural land, 68% is

used for livestock.

related emissions would drop by 60% and if fully vegan 70%

approximately five billion hectares (12

discussions about global warming.

became vegetarian by 2050, and by eliminating consumption of red meat only food

livestock, takes up a lot of room

Some farmers could also be paid to keep livestock for environmental purposes

If you would like to read the full article the access link is:
http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20160926-what-would-happen-if-the-worldsuddenly-went-vegetarian?ocid=twfut r.

of crop cultivated on land is used to feed

livestock not humans.

This summer participation at several vegan

events (cont.)

DurhamVeg

Veg Fest Windsor - September 25 I had the privilege of listening to Dr. Neal Barnard
lecture The Power of Your Plate, once again stressing the importance of eliminating animal
foods from our diet in order to increase our own health.

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Slides from Dr. Neal Barnard lecture The Power of Your Plate

September 12 visiting Wishing Well Sanctuary in Bradford, Ontario for a guide tour to
meet the delightful creatures rescued by the Wishing Well family.

This is a fantastic opportunity to interact with animals in a way which educates them about
the animals' charming personalities and dispels myths about their innate characteristics.
For anyone interested in visiting or contributing to Wishing Well Sanctuary their link is:
http://www.wishingwellsanctuary.org/sanctuary-tours.php

October activities in Durham Region

Claringtons impressive run of festivals continues with the Apple Festival and Craft Sale, Oct. 15
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Bowmanville.
Its all about apples at this popular event, with local growers offering a wide variety of fresh-picked
apples and other treats. Plus, fresh-pressed apple cider, homemade apple pies and crisps, candy and
caramel apples, cider donuts and hot apple fritters. Unique handmade, high quality crafts and food
products can be found in several large marquee tents and booths lining the street. And it doesnt end
there: enjoy performances by local musicians, carnival rides, jumping castles and pony rides for the
young folks. Free admission.

The Wine N Whiskers Gala in support of the Humane Society of Durham Region is on Oct. 21
from 6 to 11:30 p.m. at the Jubilee Pavilion, 55 Lakeview Park Ave., Oshawa.
The new event includes a feature cocktail, a reception, complimentary bar service, silent and live
auctions, live entertainment and a dinner. They will accommodate for vegan meal when you buy your
tickets. After you eat, dance to Durhams Two for the Show. Ticket prices are $150 per person, $1,200
for a table of eight and there are sponsorship opportunities. For tickets, call 905-259-4443 or e-mail
info@hsdr.org for information.