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| * To facilitate the promotion of Ubuntu in Toronto * To allow Ubuntu users to meet and discuss initiatives and projects |
* To co-ordinate the promotion of, and build a presence for Ubuntu in Toronto * To facilitate real choice in one's use of technology as a tool owned by humans * To make computers accessible to all, overcoming economics and other barriers * To allow Ubuntu users to meet and support each other |
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| * To provide localized support for new users | * To encourage and support new users == Get Involved == Getting involved is simple. If you are enthusiastic and passionate about sharing the joy of Ubuntu, then please, we invite you to join us on IRC or the Ubuntu Canada mailing list and share your ideas with us. |
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| * '''Ubuntu Canada Website''': [http://www.ubuntu-ca.org http://www.ubuntu-ca.org] * '''Ubuntu Toronto Google Group''': [http://groups.google.com/group/ubuntu-toronto] * '''Ubuntu Canada Mailing List''': [http://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-ca ubuntu-ca list] * '''Meeting Spot''': [http://www.linuxcaffe.ca/contact linuxcaffe] * '''Meeting Agenda/Archives''': [wiki:/Meetings Meetings] |
* '''Ubuntu Canada Website''': https://wiki.ubuntu.com/CanadianTeam * '''Ubuntu Canada Mailing List''': [[http://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-ca|ubuntu-ca list]] * '''Meeting Spot''': (New place needed now that Linuxcaffe is closed) * '''Meeting Agenda/Archives''': [[/Meetings|Meetings]] |
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| * Webchat: http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=ubuntu-ca | |
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| On Friday, September 15th, the day before Software Freedom Day, we will be meeting at the linuxcaffe at 6:00PM to fold brochures and to finalize plans for Saturday. | |
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| Regularly scheduled meetings will be held on Saturdays at 2PM. The schedule is still to be determined -- we shall decide on whether to hold meetings monthly or bi-weekly. | === Afternoon Tea with LibrePlanet-Ontario, TorontoCrypto and Ubuntu Canada === Events in Toronto are converging to bring together three different organizations: [[http://libreplanet.org/wiki/Group:LibrePlanet_Ontario|LibrePlanet-Ontario]]<<BR>> !LibrePlanet exists to promote the use of Free Software in the communities of Ontario and to support individuals who wish to use or create Free Software. The goals are similar to those of the Free Software Foundation. Recently one of !LibrePlanet-Brazil's organizers, Sergio Durigan Jr. moved to Toronto and is now helping organize !LibrePlanet-Ontario. Let's show him a warm Canadian welcome! [[https://torontocrypto.org/|TorontoCrypto]]<<BR>> !CryptoParty is a decentralized, global initiative to introduce the most basic cryptography software and the fundamental concepts of their operation to the general public. !TorontoCrypto held a workshop on computer privacy and security software in July; let's practice those new skills by holding a GnuPG/PGP keysigning and extending the Web of Trust to the other organizations. [[https://wiki.ubuntu.com/CanadianTeam/Toronto/|Ubuntu Canada, Toronto chapter]]<<BR>> This weekend is the Ubuntu Global Jam, where the Ubuntu community unites to work together to improve Ubuntu. We've got some Ubuntu DVDs to give away; bring your laptop and try it out. Everyone is welcome to Afternoon Tea, whether or not you're affiliated with !LibrePlanet, !TorontoCrypto or Ubuntu Canada. Registration isn't required, but helps to plan the event: Register at [[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2883/detail/|Afternoon Tea on Ubuntu LoCo Team Portal]] or e-mail Bob Jonkman at bjonkman@sobac.com '''What:''' Afternoon Tea with !LibrePlanet-Ontario, !TorontoCrypto and Ubuntu Canada<<BR>> '''When:''' Saturday, 13 September 2014 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm ([[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2883/detail/ical/|iCal]])<<BR>> '''Where:''' Alio Lounge, 108 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada ([[http://osm.org/go/ZX6BtMGY?m=&node=1113718580|Map]])<<BR>> '''Registration:''' [[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2883/detail/|Ubuntu Canada LoCo Team Portal]] or e-mail Bob Jonkman at bjonkman@sobac.com === Ubuntu Hour Toronto === Join [[Kaulbach|Michael Kaulbach]] and [[Aruna|Aruna Hewapathirane]] and others for an "HOUR" of Ubuntu! '''What:''' Ubuntu 'HOUR' Toronto <<BR>> '''When:''' Mon, 30 June 2014 19:00 - 21:00 EDT ([[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2835/detail/ /detail/ical/|iCal]])<<BR>> '''Where:''' [[http://aliotoronto.ca/|Alio Lounge]], Alio Lounge, Toronto, 108 Dundas Street West , Ontario ([[http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/15560300#map=15/43.6541/-79.4342|map]])<<BR>> '''Online:''' [[http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=ubuntu-ca|#ubuntu-ca on Freenode Web Chat]]<<BR>> '''Registration:''' [[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2835/register/|Ubuntu Hour Toronto ]] (Registration is optional, but appreciated) === Ubuntu Hour Toronto === Join [[Aruna|Aruna Hewapathirane]] and [[BobJonkman|Bob Jonkman]] and others for an "HOUR" of Ubuntu! '''What:''' Ubuntu 'HOUR' Toronto <<BR>> '''When:''' Saturday, 14 December 2013 2:00pm – 4:00pm EDT ([[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2659-ubuntu-hour-toronto/ /detail/ical/|iCal]])<<BR>> '''Where:''' [[http://aliotoronto.ca/|Alio Lounge]], 108 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario ([[http://osm.org/go/ZX6BtMDec--?m|map]])<<BR>> '''Online:''' [[http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=ubuntu-ca|#ubuntu-ca on Freenode Web Chat]]<<BR>> '''Registration:''' [[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2659-ubuntu-hour-toronto/|Ubuntu Hour Toronto ]] (Registration is optional, but appreciated) === Toronto Raring Ringtail Release Party === Join [[Kaulbach|Michael Kaulbach]] for a bottomless cup of coffee and free Ubuntu cupcakes! '''What:''' Toronto Raring Ringtail Release Party<<BR>> '''When:''' Thursday, 25 April 2013 8:00pm – 11:00pm EDT ([[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2353/detail/ical/|iCal]])<<BR>> '''Where:''' [[http://aliotoronto.ca/|Alio Lounge]], 108 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario ([[http://osm.org/go/ZX6BtMDec--?m|map]])<<BR>> '''Online:''' [[http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=ubuntu-ca|#ubuntu-ca on Freenode Web Chat]]<<BR>> '''Registration:''' [[http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-ca/2353-toronto-raring-ringtail-release-party/|Toronto Release Party on Ubuntu Canada LoCo Events]] (Registration is optional, but appreciated) |
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| === Canadian Marketing Campaign === Ubuntu Canada is organizing a nation-wide marketing campaign! The campaign date for Toronto is September 16th - Software Freedom Day! The Toronto chapter is doing its part by hitting a busy corner of the city and handing out CDs and brochures in an attempt to promote Ubuntu. If you're interested in helping out, contact DaveSullivan or visit us on IRC or the mailing list. |
=== Ubuntu Videos === We will be discussing developing and producing Ubuntu promotional and/or documentational videos which will be eventually submitted to [[http://www.ubuntuvideo.com/|Ubuntu Video]]. |
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| === Ubuntu Videos === We will be discussing developing and producing Ubuntu promotional and/or documentational videos which will be eventually submitted to [http://www.ubuntuvideo.com/ Ubuntu Video]. |
[[/UbuntuVideo|Toronto Ubuntu Video]] |
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| == Get Involved == Getting involved is simple. If you are enthusiastic and passionate about sharing the joy of Ubuntu, then please, we invite you to join us on IRC or the Ubuntu Canada mailing list and share your ideas with us. We are also going to be holding regular meetings, so be sure to return to this page for meeting dates and times. |
== Toronto Pages == <<Navigation(children,1)>> |
Goals
- To co-ordinate the promotion of, and build a presence for Ubuntu in Toronto
- To facilitate real choice in one's use of technology as a tool owned by humans
- To make computers accessible to all, overcoming economics and other barriers
- To allow Ubuntu users to meet and support each other
- To bring a sense of teamwork and accomplishment to our collective actions
- To encourage and support new users
Get Involved
Getting involved is simple. If you are enthusiastic and passionate about sharing the joy of Ubuntu, then please, we invite you to join us on IRC or the Ubuntu Canada mailing list and share your ideas with us.
Resources
Ubuntu Canada Website: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/CanadianTeam
Ubuntu Canada Mailing List: ubuntu-ca list
Meeting Spot: (New place needed now that Linuxcaffe is closed)
Meeting Agenda/Archives: Meetings
IRC Channel
- Server: irc.freenode.net
- Channel: #ubuntu-ca
Meeting Information
Agenda and notes from previous meetings can be found on the /Meetings page.
Afternoon Tea with LibrePlanet-Ontario, TorontoCrypto and Ubuntu Canada
Events in Toronto are converging to bring together three different organizations:
LibrePlanet-Ontario
LibrePlanet exists to promote the use of Free Software in the communities of Ontario and to support individuals who wish to use or create Free Software. The goals are similar to those of the Free Software Foundation. Recently one of LibrePlanet-Brazil's organizers, Sergio Durigan Jr. moved to Toronto and is now helping organize LibrePlanet-Ontario. Let's show him a warm Canadian welcome!
TorontoCrypto
CryptoParty is a decentralized, global initiative to introduce the most basic cryptography software and the fundamental concepts of their operation to the general public. TorontoCrypto held a workshop on computer privacy and security software in July; let's practice those new skills by holding a GnuPG/PGP keysigning and extending the Web of Trust to the other organizations.
Ubuntu Canada, Toronto chapter
This weekend is the Ubuntu Global Jam, where the Ubuntu community unites to work together to improve Ubuntu. We've got some Ubuntu DVDs to give away; bring your laptop and try it out.
Everyone is welcome to Afternoon Tea, whether or not you're affiliated with LibrePlanet, TorontoCrypto or Ubuntu Canada.
Registration isn't required, but helps to plan the event: Register at Afternoon Tea on Ubuntu LoCo Team Portal or e-mail Bob Jonkman at bjonkman@sobac.com
What: Afternoon Tea with LibrePlanet-Ontario, TorontoCrypto and Ubuntu Canada
When: Saturday, 13 September 2014 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm (iCal)
Where: Alio Lounge, 108 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Map)
Registration: Ubuntu Canada LoCo Team Portal or e-mail Bob Jonkman at bjonkman@sobac.com
Ubuntu Hour Toronto
Join Michael Kaulbach and Aruna Hewapathirane and others for an "HOUR" of Ubuntu!
What: Ubuntu 'HOUR' Toronto
When: Mon, 30 June 2014 19:00 - 21:00 EDT (iCal)
Where: Alio Lounge, Alio Lounge, Toronto, 108 Dundas Street West , Ontario (map)
Online: #ubuntu-ca on Freenode Web Chat
Registration: Ubuntu Hour Toronto (Registration is optional, but appreciated)
Ubuntu Hour Toronto
Join Aruna Hewapathirane and Bob Jonkman and others for an "HOUR" of Ubuntu!
What: Ubuntu 'HOUR' Toronto
When: Saturday, 14 December 2013 2:00pm – 4:00pm EDT (iCal)
Where: Alio Lounge, 108 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario (map)
Online: #ubuntu-ca on Freenode Web Chat
Registration: Ubuntu Hour Toronto (Registration is optional, but appreciated)
Toronto Raring Ringtail Release Party
Join Michael Kaulbach for a bottomless cup of coffee and free Ubuntu cupcakes!
What: Toronto Raring Ringtail Release Party
When: Thursday, 25 April 2013 8:00pm – 11:00pm EDT (iCal)
Where: Alio Lounge, 108 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario (map)
Online: #ubuntu-ca on Freenode Web Chat
Registration: Toronto Release Party on Ubuntu Canada LoCo Events (Registration is optional, but appreciated)
Projects
Listed below are various projects that we're working on.
Ubuntu Videos
We will be discussing developing and producing Ubuntu promotional and/or documentational videos which will be eventually submitted to Ubuntu Video.
Toronto Pages
| /BoardMeetings /GustyGibbonReleaseParty /Meetings /OperationColdComfort /SoftwareFreedomDay /Tools /UbuntuGuidebook /UbuntuVideo /Website |
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