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SUMMARY:Baby Steps - Forest Therapy for Newborns or Infants and their Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Join Giulia\, a mother\, artist\, and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide in a series of low-key\, restorative Forest Therapy events\, as we witness the land waking up from winter! \nIt can feel hard to leave the house when sleep isn’t good or your baby is fussy. These sessions are tailored to the needs of new parents or caregivers and babies\, and all are welcome. \nForest Therapy originated in Japan in the 80s. Today it is practiced all around the world and studies show the incredible benefits of regular\, intentional sessions with nature\, which include lower blood pressure and stress levels\, relief of depressive states\, and increased sense of wellbeing. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGentle\, flexible invitations to inspire you and your baby to engage with the natural world and each other\nMoments of optional sharing as a group\nBreastfeeding and chestfeeding welcome\nWashroom with changing table available\nBring a blanket\, baby carrier for naps and comfort\, and all your baby gear and food\, plus weather appropriate clothes for you and baby.\n\nDisclaimer: This is not group therapy and Giulia is not a trained psychotherapist. The Forest is the Therapist\, the Guide opens the door. \nMaximum 20 adults with a child up to 1 year of age. \nFee: $50 (plus HST) per person if you register by the early bird deadline of April 16\, 2026. After April 16 the fee is $60 plus HST. Registration is for all 5 sessions. \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/baby-steps-forest-therapy-for-newborns-or-infants-and-their-caregiver/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Circular Economies in an Uneven World: Waste\, Value\, and Labour in the Global Politics of Recycling
DESCRIPTION:Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) at the University of Guelph is pleased to host a webinar titled “Circular Economies in an Uneven World: Waste\, Value\, and Labour in the Global Politics of Recycling.” \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026\, 10 to 11 a.m. ET\nOnline event\, register to receive the Zoom link\n\nThis webinar will explore the political\, economic\, and social dimensions of the rapidly expanding circular economy framework. While circular economy initiatives promote recycling\, repair\, and resource recovery as solutions to the global waste crisis\, they also reshape labour relations and systems of value extraction. This session will examine how circular economy policies interact with existing inequalities\, particularly in the context of waste governance and informal labour systems. \nFeatured Speaker: Dr. Harsha Anantharaman\nPostdoctoral Fellow\, York Centre for Asian Research (YCAR)\, York University\, Canada \nDr. Anantharaman will discuss the global rise of circular economy initiatives and their implications for labour and waste systems\, drawing on interdisciplinary research and fieldwork in India. The talk will highlight how recycling systems rely on marginalized communities and examine policy efforts to integrate informal workers into formal waste management systems. \nMore information can be found on the attached infographic poster and CIRCLE website. Please don’t hesitate to reach out at indiaresearch@uoguelph.ca for any additional inquiries. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the webinar!
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/circular-economies-in-an-uneven-world-waste-value-and-labour-in-the-global-politics-of-recycling/
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