The Mother
Tara – Environmental and Social Activist
The Nitty-Gritty...
Post-Graduate from Seneca College ORC 2002
-emphasis on wilderness as therapy, environmentalism, and sustainable living
Graduated From York University with BA in Psychology 2001
-emphasis on development, expressive art therapies, families in crisis (poverty and social issues), and
environmental impact
Business Owner/Photographer: The Clown with a Camera (www.taramaehillyer.com)
Musician, Singer, Performer
Community Spiritual Counsellor
Program Writer/Consultant for various camps, recreation facilities, and early learning centres (specialization on integration & curriculum based experiential education)
Community Members have Described Tara…
“Optimistic and Committed!” - Lena Thorogood Executive Assistant to the Regional Councillor
"Tara seeks information from diverse sources then discerns validity and so is informed and informative… she knows the need for change action and makes changes in lifestyle and jobstyle toward sustainability.” – Clare Magee Healer and Professor of Outdoor Education
"Tara's creativity reflects her appreciation and respect for nature and humanity." - Joe Sponga Newmarket Town Councillor
"Tara is a person wise beyond her years, with an amazing commitment to the relationships between people and the rest of creation. She draws energy from the tree, creatures, land and air around us, and offers it to the rest of us in pictures, music, hope and good cheer. The world needs more of Tara Mae..." - Reverend Robin Wardlaw
"Tara is a rare breed among activists. She has taken on the challenge of living her message at a time when it is not easy or convenient. Tara shows tremendous courage in drawing her own unique line in the sand and refusing to be pressured to violate her own code of values by market forces. If more of us followed Tara's example, the market would be forced to reflect a new consciousness. She makes you look mindfully at the many details of day-to-day life, which are presented to us as isolated and commodified choices and gives you the insight that they are interconnected and your own decisions can isolate or connect you to the health of the planet. At the same time, her joyful, creative spirit gives you the sense that there is hope, and a positive direction is worth taking, one lifestyle choice at a time. " -Elizabeth Jefferson Editor
“Tara is very creative and can make dreams real with
her passionate committed to them.” –Vicki Pinkerton Life Coach/Author
“Tara Mae is in touch with the world around her.
She is able to capture the smallest details and share it.
She is able to see the value and worth of all people and can nurture it so they can believe in it too.” –Louise Moody Executive Director Humewood House
"I am totally impressed and inspired by Tara's dedication to the cause - the commitment and level of work is totally impressive..."
- Lorraine Smith Scotland
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