Events

The Wellbeing Cities Forum ordinarily takes place in Montreal, our host city. Due to the pandemic, however, we had to think outside the box and go online! On September 15-17, 2020, participants from over 100 cities and 50 countries will be joining us for our three-day, all-virtual program. This second edition of our flagship event will connect our expansive network of local and international mayors, city leaders, corporate executives, and experts from non profits and academia, all committed to advancing urban wellbeing.

Join the international celebration of local communities taking action for a more regenerative, just, and inclusive world! The 2nd annual North American Day of Sustainable Communities will be held in partnership with ECOLISE and Regenerative Communities Alliance/GEN-NA on September 19, 2020 as a synchronized international event. All individuals and communities who are catalyzing transformation in the face of ecological, social, economic, health, and climate breakdown are invited to become co-creators of the day. Participation is EASY! Just add your community experience to the map and gather together in a meaningful way to celebrate communities of action and resilience. Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/296171158322892 #sustainablecommunities #regenerativecultures #communitiesinaction #engage All across the world, communities are responding creatively to the global challenges of our time. From growing food to generating renewable energy, nurturing local economies, strengthening social connections, and working for social justice- communities are coming together to build a better world. All those who are working to create a regenerative, resilient and inclusive North America are invited to become co-creators of the day by hosting a virtual or community-based event connected to this network of communities in action. Participation is easy- simply determine an authentic and meaningful event that you’d like to host that you feel supports a regenerative, just, thriving world. This can be virtual or in-person, small or large, simple or elaborate. Have a garden workday, a block party, a virtual meet up, host a film screening + discussion, have a social distance picnic, wild edible plant walks or watershed hikes, a community action day to build, repair, or restore something together, etc. etc. To register your community hosted event and join the movement, you can visit https://www.sustainablecommunitiesday.net/register for more information. If you would like to become a partner in the Day of Sustainable Communities, please write us at genna@ecovillage.org Together we can grow towards a more flourishing and resilient future for all!

On Thursday 8 October 2020 join an online summit connecting people, places and projects around the world to advance sustainable solutions! We will explore missions for sustainable urban transformation from the perspectives of academia, government, business and society. At the event we will provide a creative and critical forum to take forwards bold and inspirational missions! Missions indicate a clear direction with ambitious innovation actions, which are delivered through multiple top-down and bottom-up solutions, and rely on cross-disciplinary, cross-sectoral and multi-level relationships and activities.

Coworking Europe is an annual conference featuring the rise of Coworking. Coworking Europe 2020 will take place in Vienna on November 25-26-27 (with an Off-Site in its Twin-City Bratislava on Day 3). SocialWorkplaces.com created to most insightful event in Europe regarding the rise of Coworking and its impact on entrepreneurship, innovation and, overall, the future of the workplace. 600 attendees from all around Europe, North America and beyond, will gather during three days.

Join the global community of purpose-led innovators at the leading conference for sustainability and brand professionals: SB’20 Long Beach. Over the course of four days, 300+ guest speakers and 2,500+ attendees will convene in Southern California at the Long Beach Convention Center to explore actionable solutions around the world’s most pressing environmental and social challenges. With nine educational tracks, you’ll find customizable content most relevant to your brand.  Since 2006, Sustainable Brands has been building the premier global business community of sustainability-led innovators, and laying the groundwork for a regenerative future. Now, we’re ready to move forward with even greater conviction to restore ourselves, our brands, our businesses, and our planet… Get ready to learn, collaborate, and be inspired.   

With emerging technology, new players in the mobility mix, and the approach of autonomy, it’s more important than ever for mobility stakeholders and advocates from around the world to gather, discuss, and learn. The Carsharing Association (CSA) conference in Vancouver will equip carsharing organizations and other attendees with an actionable toolkit of data, strategies, practical operating solutions and case studies to optimize their growth. Participants attending the 2020 conference will set the stage for the rapid progression of the industry and strengthening the role of carsharing in the next era of mobility.