Green Hearts in Action

Tune in to 'Green Hearts in Action,' GNN's podcast featuring Toronto's environmental heroes.

Each episode features engaging conversations with the changemakers and visionaries who are making a real difference in our community. From grassroots initiatives to personal journeys inspiring collective action, ‘Green Hearts in Action’ is your gateway to the heart of Toronto’s green movement. Tune in to discover how passion, dedication, and action can forge a more sustainable future, one story at a time. 

Recent Episodes

In episode 5 of the podcast, we speak with Rhonda from Toronto Urban Growers, a network of local food producers dedicated to scaling urban agriculture in Toronto. Rhonda shares her journey from social work to urban farming, emphasizing the community-building power of growing food. She discusses the challenges and successes of transforming public spaces, like Flemo Farms in Flemington Park, into thriving community gardens and farms. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration, policy advocacy, and the vision for a more inclusive, sustainable food system. Rhonda also touches on the broader environmental and cultural impact of urban farming, including the integration of Indigenous, Black, and queer farmers into the movement. With a focus on hands-on community engagement, the episode encourages listeners to get involved, support local agriculture, and reimagine how urban spaces can be used to feed both the body and the soul.

We are reaching your ears through our official podcast, Green Hearts in Action hosted by Dominik Haake! This month we interviewed Dorte Windmüller, working at Cliffcrest Butterflyway. Their goal is to help increase the numbers and biodiversity of bee, bird, and butterfly populations through gardening!

This month we interviewed Rochelle Byrne, working at A Greener Future. Their goal is to preserve the environment through litter cleanups, education and events.

Tim Grant is a green heart in action volunteering for Harbord Village Residents Association and spearheading exciting projects like the Net Zero Carbon Project.

Dive into the heart of Toronto’s green movement with the inaugural episode of the GNN Green Hearts in Action Podcast. Recorded live at the Green Hearts event, join our host Dominic and the esteemed Helen Mills for a 20-minute journey through the groundbreaking initiatives shaping Toronto’s environmental landscape.

MEET THE HOST

Dominik Haake

Dominik hosts “Green Hearts in Action,” where his background in environmental advocacy shines. Raised in Germany with a strong environmental ethos, he developed an early love for nature through canoeing and backcountry camping. His recent focus on impactful home retrofits highlights his commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Tune in as Dominik navigates the stories of those at the forefront of Toronto’s green movement.

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