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Forming Formed: 2008 Established: 2008
This page last updated:3/25/2012
114 Beverley House
Toronto, Ontario,
Canada
 We’re a group of people who view living in a community as something more than just being room-mates. We are looking for people – families or individuals who share our vision of co-creating a sustainable community home together.
We eat together and share in many of the household chores and expenses of living. Moreover, each house member is committed to raising his/her individual consciousness and, in doing so, developing the vitality, strength and intimacy of relationships among the whole group. Our purpose is to grow together, parent together and live together in laughter, joy and even in our suffering.
What we are offering is a system where each member participates in the communal responsibilities of the household
 Each member participates in one weekly house meeting where we dialogue about interpersonal relationships, resolve conflicts and take care of logistical matters
 Each member takes care of the children of the house for 10 hours/month to promote a culture of healthy attachment and mentorship for children
 Cooks or prepars a vegan meal once a week so that everyone can participate
 In addition to rent, pays an extra $200/month toward the grocery kitty (price can be negotiated depending on each person’s need and diet)
 Takes on one daily chore and one weekly chore
Currently, there are two owners of the house who are still in the role of landlords and rent is paid to them for a room, gas, hydro and internet.
Some of the texts that have been helpful in guiding us in our endeavor are: “On Dialogue” by David Bohm, “Getting the Love You Want” by Harville Hendrix, “Concious Loving” by Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks, “The Anatomy of Peace” by the Arbinger Institute, “The Continuum Concept” by Jean Liedloff, “Hold on to Your Kids” by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Mate, “Free at Last” – the Sudbury Valley model of free and democratic education, the work of M. Scott Peck on community, the work of A.H. Almaas on spirituality and, most recently, “The Presence Process” by Michael Brown
(Please note: none of us are extremists and we haven’t all read these books – we share in our knowledge and practice with each other and respect the different paths each of us are on and the different ways each of us learn to come to higher levels of concsiousness and closeness with each other).
 
Contact:
Peri Matthew
114 Beverley Street
Toronto, Ontario M5T 1Y2 Canada
Phone: 416-599-0630
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This page last updated:3/25/2012
 
Visitors Accepted
Visitor Process: Call Peri at 416-599-0630
Affiliations: The Fourth Way

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:
Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Population
Members(adults and children):
7
Non-member Residents:
0
Open to new members:
Yes
Government
Decision Making:
Other
(Dialogue)
Identified Leader:
No
Leadership Core Group:
No
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt:
Yes
(Negotiable)
Labor Contribution:
Expected
(10 hours of childcare/month, 1 weekly meal, one weekly chore, one daily chore (amounting to average 12 hours per week))
Join Fee:
No
Regular Fees:
Yes
($200/month (negotiable) for common grocery kitty in addition to rent)
Land and Buildings
Urban
Land Owned By:
Individual community member(s)
(Peri and Matt)
Number of Residences:
1
(1 large house that can house up to 12-15 people)
Food, etc.
Share Community Meals:
2-5 times/week
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
There are some dietary restrictions
Dietary Practice:
Omnivorous
(Vegan friendly)
Alcohol Use:
Used occasionally
Tobacco Use:
Prohibited
Social Factors
Common Spiritual Practices:
Yes
(eclectic and open)
Which Spiritual Traditions(s):
(all)
Educational Style(s):
(we're looking for a sustainable model)
 
 


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