The Cost of Growth: Further Discussion & Engagement
An engaging and participatory evening that will unpack the topics brought up during the screening of The Cost of Growth.
Agenda
6:00 PM – Doors open
6:30 PM – Welcome remarks
6.35 PM – Presentation#1 15' + Q&A Dr. Peter Victor
A review of the economic literature that was critical of the notion of economic growth, going all the way back to 1848. The critique of economic growth precedes the modern culture of growth. Hints at models for the future
6.50 PM – Presentation #2 15' + Q&A Vlad Bunea
Recent research has discovered 112 mechanisms that create economic growth dependencies and incentives. Capitalism is built on a causal structure that has economic growth at its core. Targeted policies of degrowth are mandatory to phase out this causal structure.
7.15 PM – Presentation #3 & Closing 10' Annette Dubreuil
Presenting postcards and themes that emerged from the audience following the screening of The Cost of Growth
7.25 PM – Short Break
7.40 PM – Group discussions
Group #1 - Peter - History/Future
Group #2 - Vlad - Today's opportunities for an alternative economy
Group #3 - Annette - Feeling into alternative economies: space for our emotions and actions
8.30PM – Open room
9.00PM – Close
About the Film
The Cost of Growth explores the consequences of an economic model built on endless expansion. Through intimate storytelling and investigative reporting, the film follows people across Europe who are questioning large-scale development projects, challenging extractive practices, and experimenting with new ways of organizing society—rooted in cooperation, care, and shared well-being.
Rather than offering easy answers, the film opens space to reflect on how climate breakdown, inequality, and power are intertwined and what it might mean to imagine prosperity differently.
Toronto Screening Event (past)
We are organizing and promoting this movie in a capitalist reality, despite our desire to move beyond growth. This is a non-profit event, and all proceeds will support/cover all related expenses in organizing this event.
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♿️ Accessibility
1RG does not have an accessible entrance, the front entrance requires 3 steps of about 8 inches each. The rear entrance is two steps. There is a bathroom on the ground floor.