Off grid community in Ontario?

Question

We are looking for families that would be interested in leaving suburban life and moving back to the country side. The goal is to build a self sufficient community using renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. As well as faming our own food as much as possible. Any thoughts or information on this would be greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

I would not agree that the community has to be Omish although working together as a community is best exemplified by these types of groups.

You can live off the grid in a sustainable, modern fashion. I think an off grid community would be something very different in that the community is based solely around conscious living and learning by experience... not so strict as to instill separateness but promote the oneness that is required to lead us to many solutions.

I believe this type of action is benefitial to the global community, it should not be limited or labelled. It is a great idea, one in which I have spent much time and effort at.

It is a solution for poverty, affordable housing, environmental crisis, sustainable living, job creation, and greed. I am sure there are more. These are the solutions my vision is based upon.

My friend, how far along are you in your planning? Are you an individual or an organization? Feel free to contact me and let me know.

Answer 2

Hey

Nice goal.

I cannot help you with info, but I can suggest a website where to show and share your environment-friendly activities, create a network with people with same values. It is a new (free) site to help save the planet.

http://www.greensbetter.com

Answer 3

Does it have to be a family. I am single and looking to live a more environment friendly life.

Answer 4

Interesting idea however it's not new. It called a commune and has been proven time and time again it never quite works. One of the very first 'self-sustaining' communities was  in British Columbia  in the late 1890's. It was  established on Vancouver Island and was called "Utopia". Unfortunately because of harsh conditions it was not  the success people were hoping for. It's a very noble idea and I wish you the best of luck

Answer 5

its called the AMISH or look into the HUTTERITE society in Manitoba