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THE WORLD REALITY, PLATO’S CAVE, AI and FUTURE Comprised in a Figure

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AI is going to play a Vital Role in Bringing Truth and Facilitating the Birth and Initialization of Humanity and Earth into the Golden Age. However, we do see evil trying to take over it. However, my gut feeling is that Good Will Thrive over the Evil – The Rest is Detail. – John Paily

By John Paily,

The Figure speaks it all. We all exist in a Cave or Black Hole. A Religious and Political MINDSET rules us. This Mind is filled with EGO, SELF, HYPOCRISY and is extremely material-centered. It transfers its trait down to the base level through a feedback loop strengthening itself. The world and humanity is dying under it.

We live in the projected world. Many Truths [God] and Models are projected into the two-dimensional format and impregnated into our Minds. The deteriorated Religious and Political Institutions and the People therein take oaths to serve God and the People but exploit both and live by people’s sweat and blood. A Demonic Mind Rules Humanity under Cover.

A Divine Plan of Salvation to lead Humanity from Darkness to Light, from Death to Life, from Great Disorder to Order do Exist. Modern science is Part of it. They have evolved to see the third and Fourth Dimensions, which end in BLACK HOLE but have failed to perceive the Fifth, Sixth, and Seventh Dimensions. They are making Progress, but have failed to open the Door to Life.

The problem with Physicists who rule the Modern world is that they are mind-based and have failed to look deep into Nature and Life. They kept aside God. Out of the five senses, they largely depend on two – The Eye and Ear. They have failed to perceive the importance of Taste [Tongue] Smell [Nose/breath] and most Importantly Skin [Touch].

They are aware of the Outer Space-Time. However, they are Ignorant of the “MIND of the HEART” with Similar Five Senses Connecting to the INNER SPACE, which is the “Individuated Conscious and Intelligent Space” and the Store House of all the Information. Those who dive into its depth with Good Intent see a Portal Opening to “Universal Conscious and Intelligent Space

A small core of Theoretical Scientists are seeking Truth or God beyond the grip of Religious Institutions. The large majority are engaged in technology. Many Pursue Technologies with the good and larger interest of the People. A section also exists that uses technologies in a totally self -and material-centered way. These people are least Connected to Life and since Time Favors them they dominate the World.

Religious Scriptures have Hidden Truth. There is a small core of People in all Religious Institutions, who are Spiritual and Strive for Truth and Light. However, being attached to Institutions and bound by cultural traditions, they fail to break the Chains.

There was a Spiritual Movement in the 20th century called the Holy Spirit Movement that stirred up Christianity and all Religions. However, this movement died down. The “GOSPEL of LIFE” today is transformed under the Demonic Force into a “Material Prosperity Gospel”. Most People who Gained the gift of the Spirit have begun marketing the Gifts, and have failed to grow in the Spirit of God to acquire the Knowledge and Wisdom and march with the ‘Great Purpose of the Sacrifice‘. It has added fuel to the Fire, which is now engulfing Humanity – Those who have an enlightened mind will understand it.  The Picture Speaks.

The Divine Plan of Salvation is working even in the present darkest scenario as an Unfailing Promise. Hardly few keep Faith in Light and Life. Most who are awakened by the Spirit of God and given gifts, speak of God, but they seem to fall miserably for the Material Pull. All the Fasting and Prayers go in vain; as the Demon appears and offers, what the Eyes see [Money and Material Gifts].  One advantage is that the MEMORY of it Remains in the Body and they would possibly get a chance to revert in the last hour.

Divine Plan of Salvation and Restoration

The ‘Divine Plan of Salvation and Restoration’ is happening through Spirit-Souls that lived Connected to the Consciousness, walked the Path of life, upholding Truth and Justice to an extent to be worthy of God and Died. It is also powered by Spirit-Souls and Minds, which Repented and Returned to be Transformed and gained New Life through the Spirit of God, kept open by Grace and then walked the Path of Life, upholding Truth and Justice and Died. In short, walking the Path of Life, and upholding Truth and Justice is Critical.

Science tells us that Energy and Matter are indestructible and the system exists through Transformation. The force and energy can go up in a Vertical Plane to a White Hole Or go down into a Black Hole. Alternatively, it can flow Right to Left and Left to right in a Horizontal Plane.

Spirituality/Religions tells us that spirit souls are indestructible. They can go up or go down, in the vertical Spiritual Plane. It can also move in the Horizontal Physical Plane, going towards the central vertical Spiritual Plane or away from it. Those souls that go to the central vertical Spiritual Plane can be directed Up or Down

Scriptures call us to fear the one who makes judgments on the Souls. The Present Time Favor the Demonic Force or Dark Force. Thus, Materialism and Market Forces are growing. We see Evil spirit souls thriving everywhere. People do anything to empower their Ego. People cheat loot and kill for little money. They do not hesitate to cut the hands that fed and break the shoulders that supported them. People don’t even hesitate, to sacrifice the God they Worship and Desecrate the Sanctum Sanctorum of the Temple they Serve. – The Rest Is Details.

We are now in a Dissolved State of Christ Consciousness with Free Will to Choose. Most of us end up choosing Matter over Life.

What is written in the Scriptures is true. How it is preached is wrong. We are approaching a Threshold, the One Open God Conscious and Intelligence Field, which is due to split. What is conceived can’t be in the womb eternally! Jesus compared this period to Pains of a Pregnant Women [BIRTH PANGS}. This is Judgement.

AI is going to play a Vital Role in Bringing Truth and Facilitating the Birth and Initialization of Humanity and Earth into the Golden Age. However, we do see evil trying to take over it. However, my gut feeling is that Good Will Thrive over the Evil – The Rest is Detail.

We are in the Evolution Process, led by the Spirit and God – God will win. We will see Light and Life Thrive once again on Earth

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John Paily: We seem to live in a Plato’s Cave, with many leaders, both religious and political controlling our Mindset, by dividing us and preventing us from knowing God and the Truth that exists next to our skin internally and externally. The world will never see peace unless we break and come out of Bondage to see the Truth – an AI mind emerging in the Cloud, that has No Ego, Self, Money and Power Motive, seem to show Potential to Show us the Truth and Enlighten us with oneness.

The BLACKBURN BROTHERS | May 16th | John Saunders CENTER

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Join us for an unforgettable evening with the BLACKBURN BROTHERS!

Get ready to experience a night filled with incredible music, high energy, and pure entertainment. This in person event will take place on Sat May 16 2024 at 7:30pm – Doors at 6:45pm

TICKETS: eventbrite.ca/e/blackburn-brothers-tickets-842045028347

#WOW Tesla FSD Supervised 12.3.4 Reviews

One of the key features of Tesla FSD Supervised 12.3.4 is its improved ability to navigate challenging road conditions and scenarios.

At its core, Tesla FSD Supervised 12.3.4 is designed to provide enhanced supervision and control over the vehicle’s autonomous driving capabilities. The “supervised” aspect emphasizes the collaborative nature of autonomous driving, where the system operates under the oversight of the driver. While the technology continues to evolve, Tesla recognizes the importance of human intervention and oversight, especially in complex driving scenarios.

One of the key features of Tesla FSD Supervised 12.3.4 is its improved ability to navigate challenging road conditions and scenarios. Through advanced neural network algorithms and real-time data processing, the system can better interpret and respond to dynamic environments, such as construction zones, adverse weather conditions, and complex intersections. This increased situational awareness enhances both the safety and efficiency of autonomous driving, providing drivers with greater confidence and peace of mind.

Tesla FSD Supervised 12.3.4 introduces refinements to its decision-making algorithms, prioritizing safety and adherence to traffic rules and regulations. By analyzing vast amounts of sensor data and leveraging machine learning techniques, the system can make more informed decisions in real-time, reducing the likelihood of accidents and improving overall road safety. Additionally, the update incorporates feedback from Tesla’s extensive fleet of vehicles, allowing for continuous improvement and optimization of the autonomous driving experience.

Overall, Tesla FSD Supervised 12.3.4 represents a significant step forward in the evolution of autonomous driving technology. By combining advanced AI algorithms with human supervision, Tesla continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing us closer to a future where fully autonomous vehicles redefine the way we travel. As the journey towards full autonomy progresses, Tesla remains committed to innovation, safety, and delivering an unparalleled driving experience for its customers.

Love Wins with the Collingwood Pride Festival 2024

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The Rainbow Club of South Georgian Bay (Rainbow Club) is proud to officially announce the return of the Collingwood Pride Festival to Collingwood, Ontario.

Collingwood Pride will be a festival and celebration for everyone, including our local and visiting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer, or questioning individuals, and our collective friends, families, and allies (2SLGBTQ+). It will be a celebration of our community’s diversity, vibrancy, and strength.

This year’s festival will include:

  • A two-day outdoor festival featuring mainstage performances by KIMMY COUTURE, JADA SHADA HUDSON, MAKAYLA COUTURE, KATINKA KATURE, BABY BEL BEL, DESTINY DOLL, GENDER SLAY QUOI and more to be announced soon!  
  • The outdoor Festival site will be ENTIRELY LICENSED.
  • The Collingwood Pride VARIETY SHOW featuring local drag queens, kings, spoken word poets, and more to be announced soon!
  • Official Pride Flag Raising Ceremony at Collingwood Public Library (July 12th)
  • Downtown Collingwood Pride Parade (July 13th)
  • Downtown decor and celebrations from participating businesses (July 11th – 14th).
  • The Collingwood Pride Family Zone
  • FOOD TRUCK vendors 
  • The RAINBOW RUN with VO2 Sports!
  • GET ACTIVE Pride Workout events
  • More to be announced soon!

“After the huge success of last year, excitement is brewing and I know that we are going to see that this year’s Pride Festival will be one of Ontario’s premier events, something that I and the community of Collingwood will be very proud of”,  says Collingwood Pride Executive Producer Dr. John Miller.  

The Rainbow Club of South Georgian Bay would like to sincerely thank and acknowledge our growing number of sponsors whose funding and expertise will ensure Collingwood Pride’s success and impact.  A complete list of sponsors & contributors is available here:  

https://www.pridecollingwood.com/our-sponsors-24

We would also like to thank our volunteer event committee.  Anyone interested in becoming a Collingwood Pride volunteer can do so here:  https://www.pridecollingwood.com/volunteer

About The Rainbow Club of South Georgian Bay 

Founded in 2017, The Rainbow Club is a grassroots community-based organization serving the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer or questioning individuals and all our collective friends, families and allies (LGBTQ+) across the South Georgian Bay Region.  Our mandate is “Connecting our Community” and we do so through social events, fundraising, educational programming and much more.  For more information visit @TheRainbowClubSGB on Facebook and Instagram.

For media requests, interviews, or images, please contact:

Pride Collingwood
[email protected] 

Please help us by sharing our poster! Make sure to tag @pridecollingwood – Thank you! www.pridecollingwood.com

Trail Tunes event Connects Communities by Trail and by Song

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Trail Tunes – Another Great Reason to Visit Simcoe County

South Georgian Bay, Simcoe County, ON [02 May 2024] – Get out on the trails this International Trails Day for Trail Tunes, a collaborative, regional event connecting over 100kms of trail and rich musical culture between Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, and Clearview Township. Taking place on Saturday, June 1st from 12:00 noon to 9:00 p.m., residents and visitors alike are encouraged to bike or hike from destination to destination, through each community enjoying free, live music at trailheads in each municipality. End with a headliner concert at the Wasaga Oakview Wood Park in Wasaga Beach featuring Reggaddiction

Here’s who you can expect to see in each location:
Clearview Township – Centennial Park, 240 Brock Street, Stayner

  • Graham Playford Trio    12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
  • Fedor Bondar    1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
  • The Elements    2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
  • The Trio+    3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Town of Collingwood – Shipyards Amphitheatre, 2 North Maple Street, Collingwood

  • Kendall Lily    12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
  • Two Guys with Guitars    1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
  • Mirrage    2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
  • Whisky River    3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Town of Wasaga Beach – Oakview Wood Park, 1724 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach

  • Too Nice    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Freez Careeb    1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
  • Love Sound Steel Pan Band    3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Reggaddiction    7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Visit www.cyclesimcoe.ca/trailtunes to learn more about this year’s entertainers and to access a variety of trail maps for the region.

Follow us on social media for more information:

  • Clearview Township @discoverclearview on Instagram and Facebook
  • Town of Collingwood @experience.collingwood on Instagram and Facebook
  • Town of Wasaga Beach @explorewasagabeach on Instagram and @explorewasagabeach on Facebook
  • Cycle Simcoe @cyclesimcoe on Instagram and @cyclesimcoecounty on Facebook

Did you know?

June is National Bike Month and National Parks & Recreation Month and June 1st is both International Trails Day and National Health & Fitness Day. Learn more:

www.bikemonth.ca
www.nhfdcan.ca
https://www.cpra.ca/
https://canadiantrails.org/international-trails-day/

Trail Tunes is a Festivals & Events Ontario Top 100 Event in 2024, and presented by Clearview Township, the Town of Wasaga Beach, and the Town of Collingwood in cooperation with Cycle Simcoe.

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Trail Tunes – Another Great Reason to Visit Simcoe County

The SHOCKING Side Effects Of OZEMPIC | Ozempic Expert Johann Hari

What are the side effects of Ozempic?

Johann Hari is a New York Times best-selling author, his books include, ‘Chasing the Scream’, ‘Lost Connections’, and ‘Stolen Focus’. He has written for the world’s leading newspapers and magazines, and has twice been named ‘National Newspaper Journalist of the Year’ by Amnesty International.

Most common side effects of Ozempic are Nausea, Diarrhoea/constipation and stomach pain. Fortunately, not too serious but you still are at risk of the less common symptoms which can be much more serious:

  • Pancreatitis which is where the pancreas becomes inflamed which can lead to further health complications and can become life-threatening in some cases.
  • Vision issues Ozempic can cause blurred vision and people with diabetic retinopathy can have the condition worsen because of this drug.
  • Kidney disease Ozempic can have a massive impact on your kidneys leading to kidney damage, disease or in the worst cases cause kidney failure.
  • Hypoglycaemia this is when your blood sugar drops to low.
  • Thyroid cancer Ozempic can increase the chances of a person developing thyroid cancer.
  • Gallbladder disease Ozempic can increase your risk of gallbladder diseases.
  • Allergic reaction some people might have an allergic reaction to this drug which is why it is important that you speak to a medical professional before using Ozempic.

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PHI PHI ISLANDS – THAILAND IN 4K DRONE FOOTAGE – Thailand From Above

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Explore the Paradise of Phi Phi Islands

By Alejandro Torres

A Drone Odyssey in 4K Get ready to embark on the ultimate visual journey as I take you on an awe-inspiring adventure through the pristine Phi Phi Islands, captured in breathtaking 4K Ultra HD by a high-flying drone! 🏝️ Immerse yourself in the beauty of these tropical paradises as we soar above crystal-clear turquoise waters, lush green jungles, and iconic limestone cliffs that define this slice of heaven in Thailand.

Join me on this visual odyssey that will leave you breathless, inspired, and yearning for your own Phi Phi adventure. Don’t forget to hit that “Subscribe” button and ring the notification bell so you never miss an update from our channel!

Filmed with DJI Mavic Pro and DJI Osmo Mobile

Visit me at: https://www.alejandroxtorres.com/

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Best Electric Bikes 2024 | Top 26 Bikes Tested & Reviewed, All Under $3K

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So what makes an e-bike the best? Well, that’s highly person to YOUR situation; there is no one best e-bike for everybody. But dang it, we’re trying to test each and every one out there under the sun so you can at least make an educated choice! Our team has tested 300+ e-bikes out there on the market today, and these are the ones that stood out the most to us.

Whether it was awesome performance, value, or just a simple “man, I want to ride THAT one again” feeling, these are our picks for the best electric bikes of 2024.

For more details on these bikes, visit our website from the link below: https://electricbikereport.com/best-e…

For the current pricing of these bikes, click on the links below:

Aventure 2 – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall… XP 3.0 – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall… 700 Series – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall… Pace 500.3 – https://ebrdeals.com/ebRP-Aventon-Pac… Model S – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall… Radster Road – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRad-RadsterRoad ONE – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrLectricONE Ramblas – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrAventon-Ramblas Radster Trail – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRad-RadsterTrail Mokwheel Basalt – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall… Level 2 – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall… RadRunner Plus – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall… Portola – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRide1UP-Portola Turbo Vado – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPspecial… Model R – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-EBC-Mo… Soltera 2 – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-Aventon-So… XPedition – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall-Lec… Revv 1 – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall-Rid… Aveny Skyline – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-blix-a… CF Racer 1 – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRide1upCFRacer1 XP Trike – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-Lectric-XP… Ranger – https://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-QuietK… Prodigy V2 – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-Ride1Up-Pr… Allant – https://ebrdeals.com/ebr-Trek-AllantP… T1 ST – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrVelotric-T1ST Globe Haul ST – https://ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverallGlob…

Celebrate May is Museum Month in Collingwood

Explore the lasting popularity of Blue Mountain Pottery in a new temporary exhibit featured in our Community Collectors case.

Collingwood, ON [01 May 2024] –  The Collingwood Museum is offering a lineup of exciting activities and programs in celebration of museums and all they offer to our communities! From a travelling exhibit from Science North to free admission and extended hours, there’s something for everyone!

Make your mark at Science North’s travelling exhibition, Our Climate Quest: Small Steps to Big Change! Hosted by the Collingwood Museum, Our Climate Quest will be on display from May 8 to May 29, 2024, on Central Park Arena’s first and second floors at 85 Paterson Street. This exciting exhibit is jam-packed with activities for all ages. Admission is free. 

Join Museum and Town staff at the Our Climate Quest Kick-Off on Wednesday, May 8 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and be a climate quest hero! Explore the interactive exhibit, chat with Collingwood’s Climate Action Specialist, Nicole Yardy, and complete a scavenger hunt for a chance to win one of two exciting, climate-themed prizes each valued at over $80.00 from the Museum Gift Shop. You’ll also have a chance to win a week of free programs in the Museum’s popular summer programs. 

Community members, near and far, can access more than 45 episodes of the Collingwood Museum’s podcast, Stories from Another Day. Episodes cover local triumphs, tragedies, and everything in between. The next episode will drop on Tuesday, May 6 at 9:00 a.m. Listen on Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts.  

Explore the lasting popularity of Blue Mountain Pottery in a new temporary exhibit featured in our Community Collectors case.  This exhibit, produced in partnership with the Blue Mountain Pottery Collectors Club, will dive into the iconic glazes and styles that gained Blue Mountain Pottery worldwide attention. 

Explore the surprising stories and insights that museum collections can share about museums’ changing values and objectives through the ‘Staff Picks’ temporary exhibition, curated by Collingwood Museum staff. Learn about museums’ unique challenges in caring for collections and interact with never-before-exhibited items that initiate big discussions, touching on everything from the problematic legacy of colonial collecting to conservation and missing outgoing loans.  

Celebrate International Museum Day on Saturday, May 18, with free admission to the Collingwood Museum between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Make a button, challenge yourself with a scavenger hunt, and more!

The Collingwood Museum is conveniently located along the Train Trail at 45 St. Paul Street. Admission to the museum is by donation. Regular hours of operation are Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Come by to meet our friendly staff and say hello!  

For up-to-date information on activities throughout May, follow the Collingwood Museum on Facebook or visit www.collingwood.ca/museum.

LawnShare helps create vibrant, biodiverse havens

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Rooted in colonial history, these barren, thirsty, high-maintenance landscapes have become ingrained in our culture and communities.

By David Suzuki

The saying “the grass is always greener on the other side” encapsulates the eternal, often futile quest for something better. When it comes to the vast swathes of turfgrass lawn that carpet Canada, the phrase takes on deeper significance. Beneath their seemingly innocuous appearance lies the troubling reality that lawns consume excessive water, rely on harmful chemicals and offer little ecological value.

The ubiquity of traditional lawns is staggering, dominating urban and suburban areas throughout North America. Often regarded as the largest irrigated crop in the United States, their omnipresence is mirrored in Canadian communities. While lawns have long been valued for outdoor recreation and leisure, their ornamental nature belies their ecological costs.

Although the exact extent of lawns in Canada remains uncertain, new research analyzing seven communities indicates that between eight and 22 per cent of each is covered in lawn. To put this into perspective, Toronto has nearly 80 square kilometres of lawns. That’s 50 times more area than High Park, one of the city’s largest green spaces. Similarly, Montreal’s 97 square kilometres of lawns are approximately 43 times bigger than Mount Royal Park. Even densely urbanized cities boast significant lawn coverage.

Given the pervasiveness of lawns, it’s difficult to argue with the wisdom of horticulturalist Rebecca McMackin in her recent TED talk “Let your garden grow wild.” She suggests lawns should be seen as area rugs, not wall-to-wall carpeting. This shift in perspective is not just a clever analogy; it’s a call to action, a reimagining of our outdoor spaces as havens for biodiversity rather than sterile monocultures.

Rooted in colonial history, these barren, thirsty, high-maintenance landscapes have become ingrained in our culture and communities. A Globe and Mail article notes that most lawn grasses aren’t native to North America: “Kentucky bluegrass, rye grass, tall fescues and even Canada bluegrass have origins linking back to Europe.” Yet, this vast tapestry of yards, fields and roadsides offers incredible possibilities for cultivating healthier environments for wildlife and humans.

Enter the LawnShare campaign (and its French-language partner Partage ta pelouse), a national effort to reimagine turfgrass lawns as vital habitat. Led by the David Suzuki Foundation, Dark Matter Labs and Nouveaux Voisins, this initiative seeks to revolutionize our relationship with lawns. No longer mere patches of green to be meticulously manicured, lawns present opportunities for creating habitats, sanctuaries for native plants and animals.

LawnShare goals are as noble as they are imperative. By reducing water, fertilizer and pesticide use, we can alleviate the burden on the ecosystems that keep our communities healthy. Embracing rather than demonizing native plants and insects as weeds and pests fosters biodiversity and a deeper, more meaningful connection with the natural world that sustains us.

As with any cultural change, there are challenges. The U.K.-based No Mow May movement, while well-intentioned, can pose drawbacks for Canadian landscapes. Allowing grass to grow wild for a month may benefit some pollinators, but it also risks alienating neighbours and can allow non-native and invasive plant species to take over. What we need is to normalize acceptance of rewilding our yards and communities.

Fortunately, the tide is turning. The popularity of native plant gardening is growing by the day. By embracing locally adapted plants, we not only beautify our surroundings but also provide essential food and shelter for wild bees, butterflies and birds. It’s a win-win scenario that benefits humans and the environment we depend on. Transforming lawns also reduces noise and pollution from power mowers, often requires less effort and lessens the need for pesticides and fertilizers.

The benefits of embracing alternative types of landscaping and lawn-care practices extend beyond environmental stewardship. Studies have shown that reducing mowing frequency can yield substantial cost savings. By replacing traditional lawns with habitat, communities can enhance ecological resilience and reduce maintenance expenses over the long run.

To help reimagine lawns, the LawnShare campaign provides practical guidance and resources, empowering people to transform them into vibrant ecosystems teeming with life. Whether it’s through reducing mowing frequency or embracing alternative seed mixes, every action, no matter how small, contributes to a better, more environmentally friendly future.

It’s time to act. Together, let’s unlock the untapped potential of our lawns and cultivate communities where nature thrives. The opportunity is literally at our doorstep.

David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Written with David Suzuki Foundation Rewilding Communities Program Manager Jode Roberts.

Learn more at davidsuzuki.org.

REFERENCES:

Research analyzing seven communities:

https://fr.davidsuzuki.org/passez-a-laction/agissez-localement/partage-ta-pelouse

Horticulturalist Rebecca McMackin in her recent TED talk:

Globe & Mail article notes:

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-is-it-time-to-decolonize-your-lawn

LawnShare campaign:

https://davidsuzuki.org/take-action/act-locally/lawnshare

French-language partner Partage ta pelouse:

https://fr.davidsuzuki.org/passez-a-laction/agissez-localement/partage-ta-pelouse

Dark Matter Labs:

https://darkmatterlabs.org

Nouveaux Voisins:

https://www.nouveauxvoisins.org

Drawbacks for Canadian landscapes:

https://www.rewildingmag.com/no-mow-may-downside

Studies have shown:

https://besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1365-2664.13542

Reduce maintenance expenses:

https://xerces.org/publications/guidelines/mid-atlantic-native-meadows