This symposium: generated discussions regarding art and design in developing adaptive, low-carbon cities; explored the intersection of ecology and tactical urbanism; & showcased how technology, policy, green infrastructure & strategic design can transform cities. (Source: OCC)
(Sheila advised the project manager on the themes and format of the event, including the educational walks / art events).
High Park Medicine Walk
Tree Medicine + Healing Gardens
Diana Beresford-Kroeger screened her film ‘Call of the Forest, the Forgotten Wisdom of Trees’ on the opening night of the symposium. The following day she conducted a medicine walk at Toronto’s High Park, to raise awareness of the health benefits of trees as plant medicine. This walk was also the official beginning of the ‘healing garden’ initiatives that she had previously requested Sheila to champion (currently underway). This event was well attended and also supported by Toronto Parks and Trees Foundation, and the City of Toronto.
