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This is the virtual branch of CFIC, providing access to events and activities for those who do not have access to a physical branch, or are otherwise unable to attend meetings. (Which currently includes everyone during the physical distancing restrictions put in place due to the Covid-19 pandemic.)
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Centre for Inquiry Canada is the largest Freethought, Skeptic and Scientific Advocacy group in Canada. We operate through 10 branches across the Country and incorporate the tireless efforts of hundreds of volunteers in our daily mission to advance knowledge and education in all areas of human endeavor. - See more at: http://centreforinquiry.ca/about-us/
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CFI Canada runs open and friendly events and discussions. Please help us to keep it that way!
In order to ensure that that anyone attending our events and/or discussions is able to participate fully, we are committed to providing a safe and hospitable environment for everyone, regardless of physical appearance, disability, body size, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of participants in any form. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact an organizer and we will work with you to resolve the issue.
While we accept that people do have differences of opinion, we expect discussions to be calm, reasonable, and without personal attacks.
The organizers reserve the right to remove anyone from an event if we deem their actions to be disruptive to the event and/or its participants.
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If you have any feedback, suggestions for future speakers, or like to volunteer for the CFIC Virtual Branch, please contact the branch manager at: onurromano@centreforinquiry.ca
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•OnlineCFIC Town Hall Meeting #6: Are we captive to group ideologies?
OnlineCFIC is continuing our series of town hall gatherings. Once a month, we gather on Zoom to discuss a selected topic relevant to our society and our democracy.
Join this month's discussion via Zoom on October 19 at 8pm EDT.
Title: Are we captive to group ideologies?
Group ideologies serve as the glue that binds communities, offering shared values, norms, and a sense of belonging. They provide frameworks for cooperation, governance, and identity. However, their strength in unifying can also become a limitation when they calcify into rigid dogmas.
Potential Drawbacks of Group Ideologies:
- Intellectual Narrowing
- Echo Chambers
- Resistance to Change
- Polarization
In this Town-Hall meeting we will debate the need for ideologies, their benefits and their drawbacks to individuals and society. Please come and join the discussion on 19th of October 20:00 EST Zoom.
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Topics are selected by polling CFIC members and the wider public.
These meetings are not planned to be webinars; the format will be a moderated discussion in which the attendees debate and discuss. Our objective is to nurture a culture of respectful and open-minded discussion, thereby fostering democratic and participatory citizenship. The leadership team provides a background document to introduce the topic, and will also include some questions, available for download from the CFIC website a week ahead of the Town Hall meeting.7 attendees
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