Meet others interested in space exploration and having fun with friends. As long as you are a space enthusiast, you are ready to join. No one is expecting you to have a degree in science. So, join and come to our next meetup!

To organize a meet-up, please email us and we'll post it! This is done to ensure that the most relevant, appropriate, constructive and peaceful suggestions are posted here :) Step 1, watch the films for free online: 1) Zeitgeist: Moving Forward 2)  Zeitgeist Addendum 3)  TZM Orientation Presentation 4)  Future By Design 5)  Awakening Step 2, watch the lectures for free online: 1)  Where Are We Now? - Peter Joseph 25/07/09 London Lecture 2)  Where Are We Going? - Peter Joseph 15/11/09 Iowa Lect …

This is a group for drinks, food and informal discussion around all things skeptical: UFOs, ghosts, cryptozoology, alternative medicine, new age and new thought and pseudoscience. Hosted by the educational charity the Centre for Inquiry (www.cfiontario.org) under its Committee for the Advancement of Scientific Skepticism (CASS). CASS is a national, fast response team which critically examines scientific, technological and medical claims in public discourse. Working with our expert advisers we ad …

Forbidden Archeology witch does not follow the accepted University story, is hidden. Certain authentic photos and videos are mixed with false ones to confuse the truth. Our research of myths and Hollywood films eventually become our reality. Education of spirituality, nature and the cosmos untaught in our schools and universities. This group is a perfect example of engaging the unknown and marrying it with science. Fantastic knowledge in fantastic times, essential in understanding eventual human …

CRYONICS is the practice of preserving people at ultra-low temperature for possible revival in a distant future, when science can cure all disease, can rejuvenate old people to a condition of perpetual youth, and can reverse all damage due to the preservation process. If you are interested to discuss cryonics and related topics such as life extension, anti-aging, physical immortality, mind uploading, transhumanism you are welcome to join the group. Usually we meet on the first Saturday of every …

The Centre for Inquiry Ontario is an educational charity which aims to foster a secular society by promoting reason, science, secularism and freedom of inquiry in every area of human endeavour. We do this through various programming such as lecture series, film screenings, book clubs, discussion groups, campus outreach, media, community and social services and many volunteer-run committees. CFI Ontario is one of many centres across Canada, all under the umbrella of CFI Canada. CFI Members get in …

Ever searched for a place where you could truly be seen and heard? Ever wondered how you could learn and master the artful skill of connecting deeply to others? What else is out there... Some great places out there to connect with other great people. Almost all may attract similar people and a recipe on how to relate, yet true connection is not prescribed, it is -- like life -- improvised! At the same time, there is a science to building deep relationships and an art to connecting truly. Some …

AIKIDO is a martial art, founded in Japan by Morihei Ueshiba, or O' Sensei (Great Teacher), as he was reffered to by his students. It is less known and practiced than karate, king fu, and Taekwondo, but has spread accross the world. It's focus is on blending with the attack that is coming and being clear and present enough to re-direct it into a more harmonious action and a peaceful resolution. Aikido is applied by police officers and studied by diverse fields as a practical tool for social chan …

Taking your photography to the next level... Creative Edge Photography is a spin off of our much larger parent group, the Toronto Photographic Meetup Group. As such, this group is dedicated to the promotion of advanced level workshops and seminars for semi-pro and pro level photographers in the Greater Toronto area. Photography Classes, Workshops, Lectures, & One on One Mentoring These continuing workshops and mentoring sessions will help you learn more about the art & science of photography …

This Group? Conversation and exploration of the enduring truths that bring holistic traditions together with the Science of Life to improve the quality of life and health. Explorations will include: Life as Light Intentional self-healing Life based on Water I am pleased to be able to share and discuss your sense of what I'm learning through integrative healing sciences from a University in Europe, discussions with Peruvian medicine men,  Buddhist and indigenous North American medicine and from …

We are going to meet about once a week or once every couple of weeks. At each meeting, one of us will make a "presentation" of an idea they came up with. The ideas can be from any field whatsoever (music, science, art, inventions, literature, entrepreneurship, society, film, psychology, or just about anything else), and they may range from the somewhat serious and sensible ... all the way to totally outrageous, bizarre and zany. Everyone else will listen and ask questions. They'll take the idea …

Astronomy is a fun and engaging science that lends itself to individual discovery. This meetup group brings together astronomy activities in the GTA sponsored by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, the University of Toronto, York University and other astronomical clubs and organizations. Come out to an event near you and find out "What's Up" tonight!

This is the meetup group for people in Ontario supporting IONS, encompassing the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding regions. We welcome new members from all around Ontario and encourage and support you to start you own meetup in your region. Our Vision The Institute of Noetic Sciences serves an emerging movement of globally conscious citizens dedicated to manifesting our highest capacities. We believe that consciousness is essential to a paradigm shift that will lead to a more sustainable worl …

At this meetup WeBuild things. Small projects designed to be practical and function. For the purpose of being creative, learning knew skills, self improvement. More challenging than the other meetups. What kind of things projects of interest a power supply, light sources, electronics, building your own night light is creative project. Fitness equipment, a rower, pull up bars. Building the items is the reward. What a meeting would be meet in private, semi private place ideal group size around 10 …

Passion for Wisdom is an interactive social group for those who are in search for fulfillment - everything that life offers. We will hold topic discussions about life, and welcome various viewpoints such as psychology, philosophy, religion, science, personal experiences and spiritual wisdom, among others. Everyone from all walks of life is welcome to come and share, as well as learn from each other and meet like-minded people. The group will meet regularly to explore important questions about l …

Do-it-yourself biological innovation! We're inspired by the California group "biocurious", like them, we believe in the power of open source, open access, and learning in community. We believe this philosophy should be applied to biology! Wouldn't it be great to have a biology-based maker space here in Toronto? Join us and help make that a reality!

Please join us for an evening presentation and discussion on the latest trends in search and social. This event is structured to showcase weird science at the intersection of search engine optimization (SEO) and social media marketing. Tickets are available HERE.

R and Matlab users have few groups to join so I started one on Meetup. This goup is to add the needs of those who use these tools for research in the financial services industry of models, algos, and trading strategies. If you fall into any of these areas of interest, please join to learn more ways enhance your uses of this software.

William Gibson, renowned science fiction writer said, "The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed." Our generation is more capable and innovative than our ancestors. The birth of smart phones, geographic information systems, radio frequency identitification systems are already here. We just need to use these innovative tools to solve problems we face in society. Through this group, I would like folks to think beyond the horizons and enable them to have eureka moments! Our …

Making the world a better place has been a persistent idea in human history, but surprisingly few groups have attempted this strategically and effectively. We will run a series of activities which explain the ideas of the effective altruism movement. We will discuss and debate, and help each other put our plans into action. We are looking for people who are intelligent, open-minded, and who have a strong drive to make the world a better place for everyone. We plan and run our meetings independen …

This is a group where you attend informative and thought provoking talks in Toronto. Each talk (every 4-6 weeks) will cover a different topic, where experts in their field will talk about the most interesting things that they know. Topics will range from popular science, to personal growth, to effective communication and social psychology. We're also open to suggestions! This is a great chance to meet the speakers and other like-minded people in the city. You'll also have the opportunity to as …

Discover sacred geometry. Since ancient times, sacred geometry has been studied to gain understanding of the scientific and spiritual laws of the universe. In this group, we explore a basic understanding of the sacred geometry patterns which, as modern science now confirms, underlies the structure of the universe. Whether you are a beginning or advanced student, you will enjoy this free seminar series and discussion.

We are calling out to all those like-minded busy professionals who love books, love how it feels to read, enjoy the journey of reading a good book, and eagerly seek an opportunity to share and discuss their thoughts about their latest reads over a cup ( or 2) of good joe; but struggle to find the time to read because of their engaging schedules. Come join us once a month at a coffee shop, anywhere in the Toronto area to reconnect with your love for reading. We will meet on a Friday night or Satu …

This group is created for those who are interested in Biology, Biotechnology and other fields related to Life Sciences. If you like to discuss recent world technological advances in these areas or exchange ideas on your research, this group is for you. Looking forward to discussions and sharing the ideas! The day and place of our meetups are to be determined. Your comments and suggestions are appreciated.

We listen to, perform and write filk, that is, music that has its roots in fantasy and science fiction. Every year we spend a weekend in a hotel in Mississauga singing, listening, making friends and having a great deal of fun. The rest of the year, we get together for music circles, often in people's homes, and occasional concerts and other get-togethers. All skill levels, music styles and acoustic instruments welcome. Listeners highly valued.

Less Wrong is a community of people who want to have fun and achieve big things. We're passionate about using the latest science to do this, in particular knowledge of cognitive biases - peculiar ways in which our brains consistently lead us astray. We believe that fighting against the truth is almost always harmful, and Less Wrong is a place where all ideas - however controversial or mind-blowing - will get a fair hearing. Less Wrong started off as an online community and has since emerged in l …

Don Mills is a wonderful neighbourhood. It is pretty vast and has lots to offer, from peaceful and serene valleys to forests, part of the watershed of the Don River and more. Don Mills was historically Toronto's first planned suburban neighbourhood, with mills, orchards, farms, country homes and barns. Don Mills & Lawrence was traditionally home to the Don Mills Shopping Centre, now Shops at Don Mills. Don Mills begins north of the Science Centre and includes the area within reach of Edwards Gar …

The gift economy represents a shift from consumption to contribution, transaction to trust, scarcity to abundance and isolation to community. - Charles Eisenstein Gift Circle's are an ancient practice that’s weaving its way into our modern world – and it’s about creating an alternative economy based on sharing. The distinctive feature of a gift economy is that people give of their possessions and services with no expectation of return. I got the idea to start my own Gift Circle after reading …