Archive for the ‘Our TimeBank’ Category.

Worldwide Interest Higher Still

In April 2009 I posted an update on the worldwide popularity of the Lower Mainland TimeBank on the internet. People from around the world visit our site to learn more about TimeBanking (very cool). And we have many links I’m sure they go and visit, to learn even more.

The number of visitors to our website has exploded from almost 2,000 in March 2009 unique visitors to 9,000 unique visitors in the month of May 2010! Very cool.

Here’s a look at all the countries that visit our site:

International visitors to our website

Our website visitors...It's a small world these days

Join the TimeBank Leadership

TimeBank Leadership

Every group requires leadership which includes people like you offering time, talent and a terrific attitude. In order for you and your community to experience the best of TimeBanking each community needs their local leaders.

Many hands make light work and big impact. Leading your local TimeBank group Continue reading ‘Join the TimeBank Leadership’ »

What TimeBanking Can be…

Here’s a nice video from a UK TimeBank that explores the benefits of TimeBanking. Meet real people who share their experiences participating in TimeBanking.

Come discover TimeBanking for you. Help create a neighbourhood network by bringing TimeBanking to your community. Find a meeting place and we will come to inform and educate on the why and how of TimeBanking.

Real People Real Benefits TimeBanking UK

Is it money or what?

WE don't use dollars

no dollars here

There are often questions around whether or not TimeCredits are money (many TimeBanks use the term TimeDollars, LMTB and smoe other TimeBanks use the term TimeCredits, they are the same thing).

In my understanding and opinion it’s best to keep away from monetary words and concepts as much as possible. The short answer is NO TimeCredits are not money, but they allow you to do many of the same things money does.

To me TimeBanking is about helping your neighbour because you can, and you also know that someone will be there to help you when you need it. Kind of like Continue reading ‘Is it money or what?’ »

Get Involved and Help Grow the TimeBank

I was attracted to the TimeBank idea:

  1. as a way to get to know my neighbours,
  2. feel connected in my community and make a positive difference,
  3. have people in my life I could count on to ask for a helping hand
  4. share my time and talents with people genuinely wanting my help.

TimeBanking is not designed to replace currency or bartering exchanges but to enhance the connection, understanding and appreciation for people in your community and all the ways we can help each other. Get to know your neighbours and help each other out. It begins by helping the TimeBank grow… Continue reading ‘Get Involved and Help Grow the TimeBank’ »

Free TimeBank Info Meetings… On the Way

Well the Lower Mainland TimeBank website is done (more or less) and the word spreading begins, feel free to help out. An email to your contact list would be great (here’s a sample).

What is TimeBanking? Why would I want to know more about TimeBanking? and the popular… What’s in it for me? Continue reading ‘Free TimeBank Info Meetings… On the Way’ »

Rebuilding & Revitalizing That Community Feeling

What happens when times get tough, money is tight and jobs scarce?

Should people sit at home and wait for the government to save them?

Should people complain to the big corporations that terminated their jobs due to bad management or poor market conditions?

Sure some people will, and others….well, they know that “if it’s to be, it’s up to me!” and they get going making things happen themselves.

TimeBanking is a great tool for good times and a life saver in tough times, it is a great idea any time. Continue reading ‘Rebuilding & Revitalizing That Community Feeling’ »