Green Hearts in Action
Get ready to dive into engaging discussions, insightful interviews, and thought-provoking topics.
The podcast will feature Canada based individuals who are making a positive environmental impact in their communities.
The organization putting this podcast together is Green Neighbours Network:
Green Neighbours Network (GNN) of Toronto fosters connection and collaboration among people and grassroots groups across Toronto and the GTA striving to make our neighbourhoods greener, healthier, and more sustainable.
We recognize the urgency for global climate action, and our personal roles in it. We support initiatives that promote a fair and just transition to a low carbon future.
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- Update frequency
- every 38 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 11
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Episode 11 | John Cummings | Friends of Cedarvale
In Episode 11 of Green Hearts in Action, we speak with John Cummings, longtime community leader and member of Friends of Cedarvale, a volunteer-driven group committed to preserving and protecting one…
Episode 10 | Tim Murphy | Repair Cafe Toronto
In Episode 10 of Green Hearts in Action, we sit down with Tim Murphy, a longtime volunteer and community advocate with Repair Café Toronto. This inspiring conversation explores how fixing broken item…
Episode 9 | Vince Shutt | Motivational Interviewing
In Episode 9 of Green Hearts in Action, we explore the transformative art of emotional interviewing with Vince Shutt, a facilitator and storyteller who brings depth, empathy, and authenticity to clim…
Episode 8 | Paul Mero | Eco Spark
In Episode 8 of Green Hearts in Action, we speak with Paul Mero, Executive Director of EcoSpark, a powerhouse in grassroots environmental education and citizen science in Ontario. For over 25 years, …
Episode 7 | Krissan Veerasingam | 2025 Green Hearts Award Winner
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Krissan Veerasingam — lifelong Scarborough resident, community activist, and co-founder of the Scarborough Environmental Association (SEA). Krissan shares …
Episode 6 | Anna Hoad | Toronto Nature Stewards
Restoring Toronto’s natural areas is more urgent than ever, and in this episode, we spotlight the volunteer-powered work of Toronto Nature Stewards as they protect and revitalize one of North America…
Episode 5 | Rhonda Teitel-Payne | Toronto Urban Growers
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 socia…
Episode 4 | Dörte Windmüller | Cliffcrest Butterflyway
Our pollinator population is in trouble - because of their population decline, so are our birds. Cliffcrest Butterflyway is here to help increase the numbers and biodiversity of bee, bird, and butter…
Episode 3 | Rochelle Byrne | A Greener Future
A Greener Future is an environmental non-profit dedicated to leading the effort in sustaining a clean and healthy environment. By bringing together a community of volunteers and environmental steward…
Episode 2 | Tim Grant | Net Zero Carbon Project
Today's podcast guest is Tim Grant, an inspiring fellow neighbour in Toronto working on reducing his community's greenhouse gas emissions. His efforts are enhanced by his ability to drum up enthusias…
Episode 1 | Helen Mills | Lost Rivers
Since Toronto Green Community (TGC) held its very first meeting in 1995, Helen has brought her knowledge, wisdom, ideas, and infectious enthusiasm to the work of the organization. She has served as …