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SUMMARY:Darwin Day 2016!
DESCRIPTION:February 12th is the birthday of Charles Darwin\, and “Darwin Day” is a global celebration of science and reason. This will be the 8th celebration in Saskatoon and the 6th year that the Saskatchewan Minister of Education has recognized February 12 as Darwin Day in Saskatchewan! \nThe Saskatoon Skeptics and Centre for Inquiry Saskatoon are proud to host the annual Darwin Day celebration in Saskatoon on February 13 at 1pm. Come and celebrate Darwin’s 207th birthday with 2 presentations followed by discussions\, cake and coffee. \nOur first speaker this year is Dr. Jeffrey Lane (pictured below)\, Assistant Professor\, Department of Biology\, University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Lane’s lab combines theory and techniques from ecology\, evolutionary biology\, quantitative genetics and physiology to better understand adaptation of populations to their natural environments. They primarily work with wild mammal systems that have been studied for multiple decades. Dr. Lane will be speaking about evolutionary responses to climate change. \n \nOur second speaker this year is Dr. Ryan McKellar (pictured below)\, Research Scientist\, Curator of Palaeontology\, Royal Saskatchewan Museum. Dr. McKellar’s current research is focused primarily on amber inclusions and composition. His presentation is entitled Evolution through the eyes of a palaeontologist\, in which we will explore the deep-time component of evolution\, using case studies drawn from trilobites\, as well as fossil insects preserved in amber. The fossil records of these groups provide excellent examples of diversification and extinction on a global scale. They also provide an opportunity to observe evolutionary patterns across millions of years. Darwin’s work has had a lasting impact on how palaeontologists view fossils as a source of data. Ultimately\, this has made palaeontology a valuable addition to studies of the phylogeny (evolutionary relationships) and biogeography of modern organisms\, even with our increasing reliance on molecular or genetic studies. \n \nBelow is a photo from Dr. McKellar’s work of Chrysomelid beetle phylogeny. \n \n  \nSchedule of Events (subject to change): \n1:00 pm Introduction & 1st Presentation (Dr. Jeffrey Lane) \n2:30 pm 2nd Presentation (Dr. Ryan McKellar) \n3:30 pm Birthday Cake & Coffee (in the foyer – no food or drink is allowed in the theatre) \n5:00 pm Pub Discussion – anyone interested can join us for further discussion & cheer – at The Congress\, 215 2nd Avenue South \nYou are welcome to attend all or any part of the event. There will be some short activities for children. \nDonations are welcome and appreciated. Suggested donation: $10 (not required). Charitable donations of $20 or more to the Centre for Inquiry are eligible for a tax receipt if contact information is provided. \nCome out for an afternoon celebrating science! \nWe are looking for volunteers to help with the following tasks: \n1) Advertising – now! share the event in your electronic or physical community board or work place. Post the poster (available soon). \n2) Event set-up – 12:30pm Feb 13 \n3) Event assistance (e.g. door greeter\, sales table\, display table) – during event Feb 13 \n4) Event clean-up – 4:30-5pm Feb 13 \nPlease email Kendra if you are able to help out in any way.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/darwin-day-2016/
LOCATION:Frances Morrison Library\, 311 23rd Street East\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CFI Saskatoon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160125T210000
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. – Science & Philosophy Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by CFI Canada member Christine Gagnon\, the goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science and philosophy. \nIt takes place at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. There is also an after-event at a location near the office and everyone is invited. \nTHIS MONTH’S BOOK SELECTION: What a Plant Knows: A Field Guide to the Senses by Daniel Chamovitz \nHow does a Venus flytrap know when to snap shut? Can an orchid get jet lag? Does a tomato plant feel pain when you pluck a fruit from its vines? And does your favourite fern care whether you play Bach or the Beatles? Combining cutting-edge research with lively storytelling\, biologist Daniel Chamovitz explores how plants experience our shared Earth – through sight\, smell\, touch\, hearing\, memory\, and even awareness. Whether you are a green thumb\, a science buff\, a vegetarian\, or simply a nature lover\, this rare inside look at the life of plants will surprise and delight. (goodreads.com) \n 
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151228T210000
DTSTAMP:20151120T023100Z
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. – Science & Philosophy Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by CFI Canada member Vlad Bunea\, the goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science\, philosophy and secularism. \nIt takes place at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. There is also an after-event at a location near the office and everyone is invited. \nTHIS MONTH’S BOOK SELECTION : Enlightenment 2.0: Restoring sanity to our politics\, our economy\, and our lives by Joseph Heath. The co-author of the internationally bestselling The Rebel Sell brings us “slow politics”: promoting slow thought\, slow deliberation and slow debate. \n \nOver the last twenty years\, the political systems of the western world have become increasingly divided–not between right and left but between crazy and non-crazy. What’s more\, the crazies seem to be gaining the upper hand. Rational thought cannot prevail in the current social and media environment\, where elections are won by appealing to voters’ hearts rather than their minds. The rapid-fire pace of modern politics\, the hypnotic repetition of daily news items and even the multitude of visual sources of information all make it difficult for the voice of reason to be heard. \nIn Enlightenment 2.0\, bestselling author Joseph Heath outlines a program for a second Enlightenment. The answer\, he argues\, lies in a new “slow politics.” It takes as its point of departure recent psychological and philosophical research that identifies quite clearly the social and environmental preconditions for the exercise of rational thought. It is impossible to restore sanity merely by being sane and trying to speak in a reasonable tone of voice. The only way to restore sanity is by engaging in collective action against the social conditions that have crowded it out. (goodreads.com)
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151221T210000
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - SOS Secular Organizations for Sobriety meeting
DESCRIPTION:CFI Canada is glad to have our National Office at 55 Eglinton\, Suite 307 being used to serve the secular community. In this case\, it is an SOS activity. \nSOS: Also known as Save Our Selves\, Secular Organizations for Sobriety is a program dedicated to providing a path to sobriety without depending upon supernatural or religious beliefs. We respect diversity\, welcome healthy skepticism\, and encourage rational thinking as well as the expression of feelings. \nMeet other local people who suffer from alcoholism and other addiction problems (ex: gambling\, drug addiction\, etc). Gather for support\, companionship\, and advice. \nPlease RSVP to Adrian: afeudale@gmail.com
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-sos-secular-organizations-for-sobriety-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Social Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151220T220000
DTSTAMP:20151208T005155Z
CREATED:20151208T004804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151208T005155Z
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SUMMARY:CFI Calgary Winter Solstice Party
DESCRIPTION:Solstice – The Reason for the Season. The Winter Solstice heralds the symbolic rebirth of the Sun\, the lengthening of days\, and the promise of a renewed life. \nTickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2nd-annual-cfi-winter-solstice-party-tickets-19792937208 \nCome join us to celebrate this special occasion once again at Donegal’s Irish Pub. By all accounts\, the food was spectacular last year. There will also be door-prizes and draws for items provided by sponsors of CFI Calgary. \nThis event is $30 with advance tickets and includes a 5 oz Steak Sandwich meal and one drink. Drink options include a 20 oz pint of Gaslamp beer\, a 5 oz glass of house wine or a highball/Caesar. \nEarly bird tickets are $25 and are available until Wednesday\, December 16. Tickets at the door are $40 so buy your tickets early! \nTickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2nd-annual-cfi-winter-solstice-party-tickets-19792937208 \nThis event is a fundraiser for CFI Calgary. Centre for Inquiry Calgary is a 100% volunteer run\, non-profit group. Your CFI memberships and donations from events like this allow us to continue to offer reasonably priced social events\, speakers and debates\, outreach programs\, and to pursue important human rights and skeptical activities. \nCentre for Inquiry Canada is a volunteer-based\, Canadian registered educational charity with a mandate to promote the values of reason\, science and freedom of inquiry. CFI Canada is supported entirely by voluntary donations and works across the country on issues that matter most to people like you. \nDid you know that all CFI Calgary events are listed on Meetup.com? It’s free to join and you will never miss hearing about an event. http://www.meetup.com/CFI-Calgary/
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfi-calgary-winter-solstice-party-2/
LOCATION:Donegal Irish Pub\, 1637 37th Street SW\, Calgary\, ab\, T3E0C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CFI Calgary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151219T210000
DTSTAMP:20151124T064717Z
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Winter Solstice Fundraising Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Reason’s and Heathen’s Greetings! \n\n\nCFIC Winter Solstice Celebration 2015\nJoin us for a evening of fun\, friends and magic as we celebrate a secular holiday season. We will be having dinner at the Crimson Lounge (College Street @ Spadina in Toronto) followed by an amazing evening of magic and comedy with Magic Tonight. James Alan’s Magic Tonight (www.magictonight.ca) is a weekly show downtown which features a wide variety of special guests which proves magic really is for grownups. The show is highly interactive and very entertaining. Proceeds to to support CFI Canada and its projects. \n5:00 PM Mix & Mingle – Cash bar\, merchandise table and silent auction \n6:00 PM Dinner – a three-course meal – salad\, appetizer\, entree (vegetarian and vegan options available) \n7:00 PM – Magic! \nOur main performer for the evening: James Alan (www.JamesAlan.ca) is the host and producer for Magic Tonight (www.MagicTonight.ca). He created two acclaimed one-man shows Lies\, Damn Lies & Magic Tricks (2012) and The Uncertainty Project (2014). He is known for creating magic which is “Thought provoking\, funny\, astonishing and thoroughly entertaining.” The show will be followed by a brief Q&A. You’re welcome to ask how the tricks are done\, but we don’t know how far that would get you. \n** BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW! **\nLocated right next to the corner of College & Spadina near TTC. Paid parking on College Street\, free side street parking. \nNot recommended for children under fifteen. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhotos from last year\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-winter-solstice-fundraising-dinner/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151217T203000
DTSTAMP:20151009T034535Z
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Counter-Apologetics Club
DESCRIPTION:Once per month members are invited to come to the CFIC office at 55 Eglinton Ave E\, Suite 307 and join in a facilitated dialogue on strategies\, talking points and common difficulties encountered in responding to religious apologists. Discussions will be free-flowing but facilitated.  Participants are encouraged to bring along a snack.\n\nEach month\, a different theme will be announced as the focus for the  next meeting.\n\nFor the first CFI Toronto Counter-Apologetics Club meeting\, we had Richard Carrier walk us through his personal top-ten Counter-Apologetics topics.\n\nIs there a Fee?\n\nThere is no fee to participate for members\, but we will accept donations to help support CFIC and the branch.  Non-members are encouraged to join CFIC but we’re happy to see you attend the event as a guest. Membership is just $30 per year.\n\nDue to space considerations\, attendance may be limited to the 15-20 members. For further information\, please feel free to reach out to Lee at: campus@centreforinquiry.ca
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-counter-apologetics-club/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151020T210000
DTSTAMP:20150926T033509Z
CREATED:20150227T171932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T033509Z
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Living Without Religion
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: This event was to take place previously on the 12th but due to the Thanksgiving Weekend\, it was moved to this date. \nCFI Canada’s Living Without Religion is hosted by CFIC member Genessa Radke. \nThis meeting takes place every second Monday of the month at our National Headquarters (55 Eglinton Ave E\, Suite 307) and exceptions to will be posted clearly when they apply at meetup.com \nThe group discusses past and present religious issues and looks at a positive life free of guilt\, fear and shame. While the group is still dedicated to dealing with problems and issues revolving around religion\, it is also a place for those interested in exploring larger issues in a non-judgmental welcoming atmosphere. \nIt’s a place for people to share their desire to throw away the burden of religious indoctrination and antiquated dogma. Whether you are thinking of leaving your religion or are already living religion free\, or you just wish to support others in this quest\, join us. It’s open to the public and everyone is welcome to join in! \nWe are able to host this and many other events of its kind due to memberships and donations. Recommended donation is $5. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-living-without-religion/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151130T210000
DTSTAMP:20151120T022857Z
CREATED:20150810T215139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T022857Z
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Science & Philosophy Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by CFI Canada member Christine Gagnon\, the goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science\, philosophy and secularism. \nIt takes place at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. There is also an after-event at a location near the office and everyone is invited. \nTHIS MONTH’S BOOK SELECTION: This Is Your Brain on Music by Daniel J. Levitin. \nWhy does music evoke such powerful moods? The answers are at last becoming clear\, thanks to revolutionary neuroscience and the emerging field of evolutionary psychology. Both a cutting-edge study and a tribute to the beauty of music itself\, This Is Your Brain on Music unravels a host of mysteries that affect everything from pop culture to our understanding of human nature\, including: \n• Are our musical preferences shaped in utero?\n• Is there a cutoff point for acquiring new tastes in music?\n• What do PET scans and MRIs reveal about the brain’s response to music?\n• Is musical pleasure different from other kinds of pleasure? \nLevitin’s This Is Your Brain on Music explores cultures in which singing is considered an essential human function\, patients who have a rare disorder that prevents them from making sense of music\, and scientists studying why two people may not have the same definition of pitch. At every turn\, this provocative work unlocks deep secrets about how nature and nurture forge a uniquely human obsession.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club-this-is-your-brain-on-music-the-science-of-a-human-obsession-by-daniel-j-levitin/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151128T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151128T210000
DTSTAMP:20151126T172752Z
CREATED:20150910T044943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151126T172752Z
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SUMMARY:Honor Diaries with Raheel Raza at CFIC T.O.
DESCRIPTION:Nov. 28\, Saturday\, 7:30pm – Honor Diaries film screening  \n      \n \n\n\n\nIn male-dominated cultures\, like Saudi Arabia\, women and girls are treated like property\, forced into marriage and suffer female genital mutilation.\n\nHonor Diaries is the first film to break the silence on honor violence against women and girls.\n\n\nAND!…we are privileged to have one of the cast members\, Raheel Raza (photo below)\, in attendance to introduce the film and to answer questions after the screening.\n\n\n\nThis event will take place at The CFIC Office: 55 Eglinton Ave E – Suite 307.\n\n\nGet your tickets now at our CFIC Events Page.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/honor-diaries-with-raheel-raza-at-cfic-t-o/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151123T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151123T210000
DTSTAMP:20150929T052152Z
CREATED:20150929T052106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150929T052152Z
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SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. SOS Secular Organizations for Sobriety meeting
DESCRIPTION:CFI Canada is glad to have our National Office at 55 Eglinton\, Suite 307 being used to serve the secular community. In this case\, it is an SOS activity. \nSOS: Also known as Save Our Selves\, Secular Organizations for Sobriety is a program dedicated to providing a path to sobriety without depending upon supernatural or religious beliefs. We respect diversity\, welcome healthy skepticism\, and encourage rational thinking as well as the expression of feelings. \nMeet other local people who suffer from alcoholism and other addiction problems (ex: gambling\, drug addiction\, etc). Gather for support\, companionship\, and advice. \nPlease RSVP to Adrian: afeudale@gmail.com
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-sos-secular-organizations-for-sobriety-meeting/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Social Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151119T203000
DTSTAMP:20151009T035052Z
CREATED:20151009T034031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T035052Z
UID:6446-1447959600-1447965000@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Counter-Apologetics Club
DESCRIPTION:Once per month members are invited to come to the CFIC office at 55 Eglinton Ave E\, Suite 307 and join in a facilitated dialogue on strategies\, talking points and common difficulties encountered in responding to religious apologists. Discussions will be free-flowing but facilitated.  Participants are encouraged to bring along a snack.\n\nEach month\, a different theme will be announced as the focus for the  next meeting.\n\nFor the first CFI Toronto Counter-Apologetics Club meeting\, we had Richard Carrier walk us through his personal top-ten Counter-Apologetics topics.\n\nIs there a Fee?\n\nThere is no fee to participate for members\, but we will accept donations to help support CFIC and the branch.  Non-members are encouraged to join CFIC but we’re happy to see you attend the event as a guest. Membership is just $30 per year.\n\nDue to space considerations\, attendance may be limited to the 15-20 members. For further information\, please feel free to reach out to Lee at: campus@centreforinquiry.ca
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/counter-apologetics-club-at-cfic-t-o-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Social Gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151108T163000
DTSTAMP:20151020T013002Z
CREATED:20151020T013002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151020T013002Z
UID:6476-1446994800-1447000200@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFI Calgary Carl Sagan Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Carl Sagan Day with us! CFI Calgary is proud to present Roland Dechesne\, who is a Past President of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Carl Sagan was best known for his contributions to the scientific research of extra terrestrial life. Roland will catch us up on the scientific advancements in the two decades since Carl Sagan’s death. \nIf popular culture is to believed\, aliens regularly visit\, and sometimes interact with Earthlings\, perhaps over millennia. Using our knowledge of astronomy and physics\, can we estimate how likely it would be that alien civilisations would have targeted our humble planet for visits? Roland Dechesne thinks he can\, and perhaps the answers will surprise you. \nRoland Dechesne bio: Roland is a Past President of the Calgary Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and an amateur astronomer with over 35 years’ experience. He has been a popularizer of astronomy to the public for much of that time. His interests are astrophotography\, meteorites and light pollution abatement. He ‘moonlights’ as an oil and gas geologist during the day.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfi-calgary-carl-sagan-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Mount Royal University Room EA 3001 (The Knuckle)\, 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CFI Calgary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151103T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151103T220000
DTSTAMP:20151020T013354Z
CREATED:20151020T013354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151020T013354Z
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SUMMARY:CFI Calgary Skeptics in The Pub
DESCRIPTION:Skeptics in the Pub Calgary has been running monthly since 2008! This group meets on the first Tuesday of every month. Join us for drinks\, discussion\, and debate about all science and skeptical topics. \nAt the Pig and Duke pub we have the group of raised tables to the left when you enter the pub. There is also free parking up top in an attached parkade.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfi-calgary-skeptics-in-the-pub-3/
LOCATION:Pig and Duke\, 1312 12th Ave. S.W.\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CFI Calgary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151029T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151029T210000
DTSTAMP:20151009T034755Z
CREATED:20150918T030608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T034755Z
UID:6323-1446147000-1446152400@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Dying With Dignity CEO Wanda Morris
DESCRIPTION:Wanda is the CEO of Dying With Dignity Canada and she will give a tailor-made talk for our CFI Canada community. Wanda will explain why those in the Atheist/secular/humanist movement should be particularly concerned about right-to-die issues. \nHer talk will cover the facts on physician assisted dying as a safe\, compassionate choice for Canadians facing unbearable suffering; the historic Supreme Court ruling in Carter v. Canada; and the Voice Your Choice Campaign which gives the tools you need to speak out for lasting change so that small but noisy “special interest” groups won’t curtail your rights. \nLet’s stand with the 84 per cent of Canadians who support compassion and choice at end of life. \nFREE for CFIC members (please bring your card) \n$5 for non-members (payment at the door) \n 
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/dying-with-dignity-ceo-wanda-morris-at-cfic-t-o/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151026T210000
DTSTAMP:20150810T215639Z
CREATED:20150810T212901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150810T215639Z
UID:6166-1445886000-1445893200@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Science & Philosophy Book Club - "Faith Versus Fact: Why Science and Religion Are Incompatible" by Jerry Coyne
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by CFIC members Christine Gagnon and Vlad Bunea\, this meeting takes place at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. \nThe goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science and philosophy. \nWe had Jerry in our Toronto office back in June and in an act of shameless self-promotion before his evening lecture at OISE\, he graciously posed for a shot encouraging everyone to go out and buy his damn book Faith vs. FACT! And we have a number of signed copies available for sale in our office: $20 for CFIC members: $25 for non-members. \nJerry is no accomodationist. Oh\, no. No NOMA for him. In his provocative new book\, this evolutionary biologist lays out in clear\, dispassionate detail why the toolkit of science\, based on reason and empirical study\, is reliable\, while that of religion—including faith\, dogma\, and revelation—leads to incorrect\, untestable\, or conflicting conclusions. \nCoyne is responding to a national climate in which over half of Americans don’t believe in evolution (and congressmen deny global warming)\, and warns that religious prejudices and strictures in politics\, education\, medicine\, and social policy are on the rise. Extending the bestselling works of the Four Horsemen\, he demolishes the claims of religion to provide verifiable “truth” by subjecting those claims to the same tests we use to establish truth in science. \nCoyne irrefutably demonstrates the grave harm—to individuals and to our planet—in mistaking faith for fact in making the most important decisions about the world we live in.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club-faith-versus-fact-why-science-and-religion-are-incompatible-by-jerry-coyne/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151023T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151023T210000
DTSTAMP:20151014T014253Z
CREATED:20150910T044505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151014T014253Z
UID:6285-1445628600-1445634000@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Richard Carrier speaks at OISE
DESCRIPTION:Oct. 23\, Friday\, 7:30pm – Dr. Richard Carrier \n\nPhilosopher\, historian\, Atheist activist and blogger Richard Carrier\, Ph.D. visits Toronto and will give a talk that re-examines the whole question of whether Jesus existed as a historical person and finds compelling reasons to suspect the daring assumption that he did not. He will defend his alternative theory of the origins of Christianity. \nA limited number of copies of his book Proving History: Bayes’s Theorem and the Quest for the Historical Jesus will be for sale ($20 CFIC members; $25 for non-members). Please email torontoteam@cficanada.ca to reserve a copy. \n\n\n\n\nThis event will take place at OISE’s Auditorium. Get your tickets now at our CFIC Events Page. \n 
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/richard-carrier/
LOCATION:OISE Auditorium G162\, 252 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151022T203000
DTSTAMP:20151009T034322Z
CREATED:20151009T033434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T034322Z
UID:6443-1445540400-1445545800@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Counter-Apologetics Club
DESCRIPTION:Once per month members are invited to come to the CFIC office at 55 Eglinton Ave E\, Suite 307 and join in a facilitated dialogue on strategies\, talking points and common difficulties encountered in responding to religious apologists. Discussions will be free-flowing but  facilitated.  Participants are encouraged to bring along a snack.\n\nEach month\, a different theme will be announced as the focus for the  next meeting.\n\nFor the first CFI Toronto Counter-Apologetics Club meeting\, we have invited Richard Carrier to walk us through his personal top-ten Counter-Apologetics topics.\n\nIs there a Fee?\n\nThere is no fee to participate for members\, but we will accept donations to help support CFIC and the branch.  Non-members are encouraged to join CFIC but we’re happy to see you attend the event as a guest. Membership is just $30 per year.\n\n\n\nDue to space considerations\, attendance may be limited to the 15-20 members. For further information\, please feel free to reach out to Lee at: campus@centreforinquiry.ca
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/counter-apologetics-club-at-cfic-t-o/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151021T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151021T220000
DTSTAMP:20151020T051927Z
CREATED:20151020T051927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151020T051927Z
UID:6480-1445455800-1445464800@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:Meet Richard Carrier in the pub at CFIC T.O.
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Duke of York pub at 39 Prince Arthur Ave\, Toronto to share a few pints with Richard Carrier\, Ph.D. \nThere are only 30 places reserved so it would help if you RSVP’d to events@cficanada.ca
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/meet-richard-carrier-in-the-pub-at-cfic-t-o/
LOCATION:Duke of York pub\, 39 Prince Arthur Ave\, Toronto\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Social Gathering
ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151019T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151019T210000
DTSTAMP:20150929T052316Z
CREATED:20150929T050456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150929T052316Z
UID:6369-1445283000-1445288400@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. SOS Secular Organization for Sobriety meeting
DESCRIPTION:CFI Canada is glad to have our National Office at 55 Eglinton\, Suite 307 being used to serve the secular community. In this case\, it is an SOS activity. \nSOS: Also known as Save Our Selves\, Secular Organizations for Sobriety is a program dedicated to providing a path to sobriety without depending upon supernatural or religious beliefs. We respect diversity\, welcome healthy skepticism\, and encourage rational thinking as well as the expression of feelings. \nMeet other local people who suffer from alcoholism and other addiction problems (ex: gambling\, drug addiction\, etc). Gather for support\, companionship\, and advice. \nPlease RSVP to Adrian: afeudale@gmail.com \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/sos-secular-organization-for-sobriety-meeting/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Social Gathering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20151016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20151016T210000
DTSTAMP:20150925T155758Z
CREATED:20140320T183909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T155758Z
UID:2993-1445022000-1445029200@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. : Board Games Night!
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: This event was to take place previously on the 9th but due to the Thanksgiving Weekend\, it was moved to this date. \nJoin us for an evening of relaxing and thinking fun as we mostly play classic and strategy board games\, and partake in trivia. Sometimes even charades\, jai alai\, Octopush – whatever strikes our fancy.  Feel free to bring your own games to share. You could even just come and hang out on the comfy-chairs with like-minded folks for a little more conversation and a little less action. \nWhere?: Centre for Inquiry Canada HQ (55 Eglinton Ave E\, Suite 307 – Lobby Code 49) \nWhen?: The second Friday of each month at 7:00 pm (if there is a holiday on or around the date\, it could be re-scheduled). \nHow Much?: A suggested $5 donation (for snacks and refreshments)
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/board-game-brawl/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto,Social Gathering,Toronto
ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150929T213000
DTSTAMP:20150923T011121Z
CREATED:20150923T011121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150923T011121Z
UID:6332-1443555000-1443562200@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:Assisted Dying in Canada: Where to from here?
DESCRIPTION:CFI in conjunction with Science Cafe and Dying with Dignity Canada bring you an evening of presentations and discussions about the Supreme Court Ruling regarding Physician Assisted Suicide in Canada.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/assisted-dying-in-canada-where-to-from-here/
LOCATION:The Laughing Buddha\, 194 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Sudbury/Science Cafe":MAILTO:sudburyteam@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150928T210000
DTSTAMP:20150709T035132Z
CREATED:20150709T035131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150709T035132Z
UID:5932-1443466800-1443474000@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Science & Philosophy Book Club - "Why Does the World Exist? An Existential Detective Story" by Jim Holt
DESCRIPTION:This is one of CFI Canada‘s most popular monthly events\, and that is mainly because of its two book-loving hosts\, CFI Canada members Christine Gagnon and Vlad Bunea. Come on out and enjoy the discussion. \nIt takes place at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. There is also an after-event at a location near the office and everyone is invited. \nThe goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science and philosophy. \n \n“Why is there a world rather than nothing at all?” remains the darkest and most enduring of all metaphysical mysteries. Following in the footsteps of Lawrence Krauss\, Christopher Hitchens\, Roger Penrose\, and even Stephen Hawking\, Jim Holt\, an American philosopher\, author and essayist\, now enters this fractious debate with his lively and deeply informed narrative that traces the latest efforts to grasp the origins of the universe. \nThe slyly humorous Holt takes on the role of cosmological detective\, suggesting that we might have been too narrow in limiting our suspects to Yahweh vs. the Big Bang. Tracking down an eccentric Oxford philosopher\, a Physics Nobel Laureate\, a French Buddhist monk who lived with the Dalai Lama\, and John Updike just before he died\, Holt pursues unexplored angles to this cosmic puzzle. \nAs he pieces together a solution–one that sheds new light on the question of God and the meaning of existence–he offers brisk philosophical asides on time and eternity\, consciousness\, and the arithmetic of nothingness.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club-why-does-the-world-exist-an-existential-detective-story-by-jim-holt/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150920T220000
DTSTAMP:20150903T021426Z
CREATED:20150903T021425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150903T021426Z
UID:6195-1442775600-1442786400@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFI Calgary Pastafarian Fall Equinox Bash
DESCRIPTION:  \nTickets: http://cfi-pasta3.eventbrite.ca \nThis is CFI Calgary’s 3rd Bi-Annual Pastafarian Equinox Bash! \nThe Flying Spaghetti Monster first crawled into this universe on the Fall Equinox. Come celebrate this momentous event at The Dog and Duck Pub with The Dean Morrison Band\, a full Pasta Dinner\, door prizes\, draws and much more. \nThis event is $30 with advance tickets and includes a choice of 3 Pasta Dinners (Rustic Spaghetti Bolognese\, Tuscan Vegetable Ragout (with Gluten Free Pasta) or Mediterranean Chicken and Spinach) and one alcoholic beverage. \nEarly Bird Tickets are $25 and are available until Tuesday\, September 15. \nTickets at the door are $40 so buy your tickets early and save $15 off of the door price! \nTickets: http://cfi-pasta3.eventbrite.ca \nThis event is a fundraiser for CFI Calgary. Centre for Inquiry Calgary is a 100% volunteer run\, non-profit group. Your CFI memberships and donations from events like this allow us to continue to offer reasonably priced social events\, speakers and debates\, outreach programs\, and to pursue important human rights and skeptical activities. \nCentre for Inquiry Canada is a volunteer-based\, Canadian registered educational charity with a mandate to promote the values of reason\, science and freedom of inquiry. CFI Canada is supported entirely by voluntary donations and works across the country on issues that matter most to people like you. \nTickets: http://cfi-pasta3.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfi-calgary-pastafarian-fall-equinox-bash/
LOCATION:The Dog and Duck Pub\, 5340 2nd St SW\, Calgary\, alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CFI Calgary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150916T210000
DTSTAMP:20150910T044105Z
CREATED:20150910T043942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T044105Z
UID:6284-1442431800-1442437200@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:Catherine Dunphy at CFIC T.O.
DESCRIPTION:CFI Canada happily welcomes Catherine Dunphy to our National Office (55 Eglinton Ave E\, Suite 307) on Wednesday\, September 16th at 7:30pm to read from her book From Apostle to Apostate: The Story of the Clergy Project.  It was published by New Atheist publishers\, Pitchstone Publishing\, in July of this year.  \nCopies of the book will be on offer and Ms. Dunphy will do a signing. If you’d like to reserve a copy\, please go to CFIC Events Page and select a member/non-member option to pay ($15 CFIC members/$20 non-members). \nFor admission\, it is: \n– FREE for CFI Canada members (present your membership card at the door) \n– $5.00 for non-members (get a ticket at CFIC Events Page or at the door) \n(There are a limited number of seats available and you may have to stand if you arrive just before 7:30pm) \nSo…what happens when your entire life and career are constructed around a religious faith that you no longer possess? Catherine will tell us with a firsthand account. \nFrom Apostle to Apostate offers a comprehensive introduction to the Clergy Project\, established in 2011 to provide a safe space where clergy who have lost their faith can connect with others facing the exact same questions—often alone and in isolation. Catherine movingly demonstrates\, despite the substantial personal and professional challenges non-believing clergy face\, for many\, a loss of faith has turned out not to be a loss at all—but a gain of newfound community\, self-respect\, and honesty with themselves and others. \nCatherine Dunphy is a founding member and former executive director of the Clergy Project. She is the operations manager for Rational Doubt\, a blog where members of the Clergy Project connect with the public.  She was trained as a Roman Catholic Chaplain and she lives in ol’ T.O. \n 
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/6284/
LOCATION:Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150831T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150831T210000
DTSTAMP:20150709T031012Z
CREATED:20150709T031012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150709T031012Z
UID:5926-1441047600-1441054800@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Science & Philosophy Book Club - "The Science of Evil: On Empathy and the Origins of Cruelty" by Simon Baron-Cohen
DESCRIPTION:This is one of CFI Canada‘s most popular monthly events\, and that is mainly because of its two book-loving hosts\, CFI Canada members Christine Gagnon and Vlad Bunea.  Come on out and enjoy the discussion. \nIt takes place at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. There is also an after-event at a location near the office and everyone is invited. \nThe goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science and philosophy. \n \nSimon Baron-Cohen may be Sacha’s cousin\, a.k.a. Ali G & Borat\, but he is no comic; he is a serious and award-winning British researcher who has investigated psychology and autism for decades. \nBorderline personality disorder\, autism\, narcissism\, psychosis\, Asperger’s: All of these syndromes have one thing in common–lack of empathy. In some cases\, this absence can be dangerous\, but in others it can simply mean a different way of seeing the world. \nIn The Science of Evil: On Empathy and the Origins of Cruelty Dr. Baron-Cohen develops a new brain-based theory of human cruelty. A true psychologist\, however\, he examines social and environmental factors that can erode empathy\, including neglect and abuse. \nBased largely on Baron-Cohen’s own research\, The Science of Evil will change the way we understand and treat human cruelty.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club-the-science-of-evil-on-empathy-and-the-origins-of-cruelty-by-simon-baron-cohen/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150727T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150727T210000
DTSTAMP:20150430T045143Z
CREATED:20150430T045143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150430T045143Z
UID:5589-1438023600-1438030800@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Science & Philosophy Book Club - "The Conquest of Happiness" by Bertrand Russell
DESCRIPTION:Come on out and enjoy the atmosphere with your cordial hosts\, Christine Gagnon and Vlad Bunea\,  two of our CFI Canada members. It takes place at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, Buzzer Code 49\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. There is also an after-event at a location near the office and everyone is invited. \nThe goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science and philosophy. \n \n“There are two motives for reading a book; one\, that you enjoy it; the other\, that you can boast about it.”\n― Bertrand Russell \nBertrand Russell. Iconoclast\, philosopher\, logician\, mathematician\, historian\, writer\, social critic\,  political activist\, rationalist. \nThe Conquest of Happiness is Bertrand Russell’s recipe for good living. First published by Liveright in 1930 – and some reviewers mentioned that the 85-year gap could be a factor for today’s reader – it certainly pre-dates the current obsession with self-help.  Russell attempted to diagnose the myriad causes of unhappiness in modern life and chart a path out of the seemingly inescapable malaise so prevalent even in safe and prosperous Western societies. Eschewing guilt-based morality\, Russell laid out a rationalist prescription for living a happy life\, including the importance of cultivating interests outside oneself and the dangers of passive pleasure.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club-the-conquest-of-happiness-by-bertrand-russell/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150720T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150720T210000
DTSTAMP:20150703T153236Z
CREATED:20150703T153236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150703T153236Z
UID:5903-1437418800-1437426000@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:Okanagan - How Does The Creative Process Work?
DESCRIPTION:  \nHow do we come up with new ideas? Dr Liane Gabora will introduce a theory of creativity which need not involve multiple distinct candidate ideas\, or selection. According to the honing theory of creativity\, (1) Creative individuals reshape issues or ideas that are ill-formed by considering them from different perspectives or contexts\, (2) Intuition has a scientific explanation\, and (3) Creative outputs result from a reorganization of an individual’s view of the world. There is an interplay of the elements of a body of knowledge to solve problems\, to reduce dissonance\, and/or to accommodate unexpected events. Occasionally\, one thought triggers another\, which triggers an avalanche of conceptual change resulting ininsight. She will present converging evidence for honing theory from neuroscience\, studies of analogy formation and creative style\, a mathematical theory of concepts\, and a computer model of cultural evolution. \nLiane Gabora is an Associate Professor of Psychology and creativity studies at the University of British Columbia. Her research\, which employs both experimental studies with humans and computational models\, focuses on creativity and how creative ideas evolve over time as different people adapt them to their own needs and tastes and put their own spin on them. She has over 150 scholarly publications\, has obtained over one million dollars in research grants\, and has given lectures worldwide. She is also a published fiction writer\, co-owns a small mobile app company\, and composes music for piano. \nThis free event is in collaboration with the Okanagan Jewish Community Centre.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/okanagan-how-does-the-creative-process-work/
LOCATION:Okanagan Jewish Community Centre\, 102 Snowsell St.\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1V 2E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CFI Okanagan,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20150629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20150629T210000
DTSTAMP:20150406T060421Z
CREATED:20150406T054638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150406T060421Z
UID:5495-1435604400-1435611600@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFIC T.O. - Science & Philosophy Book Club "Strange New Worlds: The Search for Alien Planets and Life Beyond Our Solar System" by Ray Jay
DESCRIPTION:This group is hosted by CFI Canada members Christine Gagnon and Vlad Bunea at our National Headquarters\, 55 Eglinton Ave E.\, Suite 307\, Buzzer Code 49\, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Suggested donation is $5. There is an after-event at a location near the office. \nThe goal is to provide a friendly\, free-thinking environment in which to discuss books that inspire rewarding conversation on subjects related to science and philosophy. \nIn Strange New Worlds\, renowned astronomer Ray Jayawardhana brings news from the front lines of the epic quest to find planets—and alien life—beyond our solar system.  In this book\, Ray vividly recounts the stories of the scientists and the remarkable breakthroughs that have ushered in this extraordinary age of exploration. He describes the latest findings—including his own—that are challenging our view of the cosmos and casting new light on the origins and evolution of planets and planetary systems. He reveals how technology is rapidly advancing to support direct observations of Jupiter-like gas giants and super-Earths—rocky planets with several times the mass of our own planet—and how astronomers use biomarkers to seek possible life on other worlds. \nCFIC Toronto‘s Events Coordinator\, Christopher Myrick gave his review on Goodreads: “Nice\, detailed history of astronomical exploration. Spiced with short biographies of astronomers\, and personal anecdotes\, breaking up and enlivening what could have been a story about filters\, lenses and equations. Opening and closing chapters harken to Sagan’s “Pale Blue Dot\,” in the latter with explicit reference. Much easier physics than what is found in “Neutrino Hunters\,” though Jupiter-sized objects are more comprehensible than the sub-atomic. As with many of my favorite science writers – such as Matt Ridley and Olivia Judson – Jayawardhana cut his teeth at “The Economist.” \nRay Jaywardhana\, aka Ray Jay\, is currently the dean of science and a professor of physics & astronomy at York University. He had been a professor and the Canada Research Chair in Observational Astrophysics at the University of Toronto.
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfic-t-o-science-philosophy-book-club-strange-new-worlds-the-search-for-alien-planets-and-life-beyond-our-solar-system-by-ray-jay/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:CFIC Toronto
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ORGANIZER;CN="CFI Toronto":MAILTO:ontario@cficanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20141012T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20141012T150000
DTSTAMP:20141010T150005Z
CREATED:20141010T150005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141010T150005Z
UID:4130-1413117000-1413126000@centreforinquiry.ca
SUMMARY:CFI Ottawa Living without Religion
DESCRIPTION:Living without Religion provides a support group for those who are considering leaving their religion\, or are encountering challenges with friends\, family\, classmates or co-workers due to religious differences. \nWe will be holding LwR meetings at the same time as the UnSermon\, at a separate table.  The LwR section will be operated as a lightly structured support group\, providing an opportunity for participants to share challenges\, ask questions\, etc. \nAttendees can choose which group they wish to participate in when they arrive\, and are free to switch at any time. \nmore details on the CFI Ottawa Meetup: events.cfiottawa.com
URL:https://centreforinquiry.ca/event/cfi-ottawa-living-without-religion-2/
LOCATION:Fox and Feather Pub\, 283 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K2P 1M1\, Canada
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