Canadian University Press 2011 Conference or NASH74January 01, 2012 TBA
NASH74, will take place in January, 2012, hosted by the Martlet and Nexus. Each year, CUP organizes a five-night national conference in January, affectionately referred to as NASH. Each region also has access to a subsidy that can be used to fund regional-specific events and conferences. Conferences
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National Non-Smoking WeekJanuary 15, 2012 to January 21, 2012
NNSW has been observed for 35 years and is one of the longest running and most important events in the CCTC's ongoing public education efforts regarding the consequences of tobacco use.
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SPRiNG - Whose Job is the "Green" Job? Moving Beyond the Voluntary and Advancing Sustainability by Leveraging "Green" ResponsibilitiesJanuary 17, 2012 Toronto, ON
"Employee engagement" is a term sustainability professionals are familiar with -- a means of motivating others within their business or organization toward advancing "green" initiatives.
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Final budget showdown: Toronto vs Rob Ford!January 17, 2012 Toronto, ON
On January 17th-19th, City Council will vote on the 2012 budget. Ford and his buddies want to cut nearly $90 million in services, even though the city has a surplus of at least $140 million. They plan to slash services, hike fares and user fees, and lockout or layoff work...ers when there is
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Be The Change Film Series: GaslandJanuary 18, 2012 Collingwood, ON
Gasland examines "the largest domestic natural gas drilling boom in history" that has swept across the United States. The Halliburton -developed drilling technology of "fracking" or hydraulic fracturing has unlocked a "Saudia Arabia of natural gas" just beneath us. But is fracking safe? When
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Occupy Talks: What Gravy Train? Austerity, Finance and the Polarization of WealthJanuary 18, 2012 Toronto, ON
As Ford and Toronto City Council meet to discuss and vote on massive budget cuts, we will explore the underlying structures that lead to such backward decisions with renowned speakers Linda McQuaig, Jim Stanford and Sam Gindin.
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Greening Screening - Free Film Night - "Tapped"January 19, 2012 North Bay, ON
"Tapped" is a must see documentary! It examines the role of the bottled water industry and its' effects on our health, climate change, pollution, and our reliance on oil.
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Annual Holiday Appeal for Class-War PrisonersJanuary 20, 2012 Toronto, ON
This year's Holiday Appeal marks the 26th year of the Partisan Defense Committee's program of sending monthly stipends as an expression of solidarity to those imprisoned for standing up to racist capitalist repression and imperialist depredation. This program revived a tradition initiated by the
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Egypt: Solidarity with the Revolution on 25 January 2012January 21, 2012 to January 25, 2012 Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver
We will be protesting infront of the Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa on the same day the Egyptian Revolution started a year ago. The Egyptian government issued notices to diplomatic missions abroad to make it a celebration day in all embassies and consulates.
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Group Decision-Making WorkshopJanuary 22, 2012 Toronto, ON
How movement groups make decisions has a big impact on our politics, our effectiveness, and the quality of our activist experience. It can be a major challange to find the model that has the right mix of inclusiveness, accountability, and efficiency for your group.
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Deep Ancestry: Inside The Genographic ProjectJanuary 23, 2012 Toronto, ON
Population geneticist Spencer Wells presents a talk using images and video from around the world about his search for human origins.
Admission: $39.50-$59.50
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All the Dirt: Reflections on (successful, cooperative) Organic FarmingJanuary 23, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Free Author Reading and Discussion with Robin Tunnicliffe (saanichorganics.com) All the Dirt (published Jan 2012) will be available for purchase & signing. Meet Robin and hear her relate the experiences of three young women following their dreams to become successful organic farmers and business
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Occupy Talks: Indigenous Perspectives on the Occupy MovementJanuary 23, 2012 Toronto, ON
What does it mean to ‘Occupy already occupied lands?'. How does Occupy relate to 500 years of resistance on Turtle Island? Please join speakers Tom B.K. Goldtooth, Clayton Thomas-Muller and Leanne Simpson to explore and discuss these dynamics of the Occupy movement.
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Toronto Conversations Present: From Anti-apartheid to the Human Rights Battles of 2012January 23, 2012 Toronto, ON
The international Anti-Apartheid movement was one of the first truly international social movements the world had seen. Activists all across the globe organized political actions in support of Southern African liberation movements and those organizing uprisings and protests in the townships. This
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Sedi Minachi: Peace Education in Israel and PalestineJanuary 23, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Based on her PhD thesis and her on-the-ground experience in Palestine and Israel, Sedi Minachi will explore the narratives of peace educators who use dialogue among their students to create a culture of peace within the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She asks: how do they implement
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Economic Inequality: What Do We Do?January 24, 2012 Toronto, ON
This summer the Occupy movement rekindled widespread interest in the growing income gap in our society. You are invited to the first in a series of public forums on the subject of economic inequality.
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Building Renewable Energy Co-operatives Workshop SeriesJanuary 24, 2012 to March 22, 2012 Hamilton and Halton, ON
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Film Screening - Exposure: Environmental Links to Breast CancerJanuary 25, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Centre for Women's Studies in Education is partnering with WHEN to screen Exposure: Enviromental Links to Breast Cancer. Dorothy Goldin Rosenberg will be present to lead a discussion after the film.
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Tommy Douglas put Canada's Healthcare on the Wrong PathJanuary 25, 2012 Toronto, ON
Did Canada take a wrong turn in the 1960s when, with Saskatchewan leading the way, it created a system of universal public health insurance? Was Canadian "medicare" a great step forward in the provision of a fundamental social service - Canada’s biggest and best social program? Or did it
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Dead of Winter Music Festival, HalifaxJanuary 25, 2012 to January 28, 2012 Halifax, NS
The In the Dead of Winter festival is an acoustic based festival that will be held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada annually on the last weekend of January. The goal of the festival is to bring a diverse group of acoustic musicians together to not only perform but to also meet one another in a
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Unikkausivut : Sharing Our Stories, Screening and Panel DiscussionJanuary 26, 2012 Toronto, ON
Join us for highlights from the NFB’s new collection and discover the Inuit way of life, their perspectives and values, in films representing all four Canadian Inuit regions.
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Democracy and the Decline of Great PowersJanuary 26, 2012 Toronto, ON
Join us for a lecture on: Democracy and the Decline of Great Powers by Vsevolod Gunitskiy, Assistant Professor of Political Science, University of Toronto.
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32nd Annual Guelph Organic Conference 2012January 26, 2012 to January 29, 2012 Guelph, ON
Seeds of Co-operation is the official title of the conference. Some of the workshops available are: Organic sheep intensive program, Get and stay certified: record keeping for growers, Foodland: promoting organic within the brand, Overview of FarmStart training programs, Farm scale: what size farm
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Guelph Organic Conference 2012January 26, 2012 to January 29, 2012 Guelph, ON
This 4-day event includes international speakers, seminars & intro workshops on key topics including, G.E. foods, organic production/certification, changing climates, eco-villages, earth buildings, farmland protection & food security. From producer to consumer, the workshops offer something for
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Marginalization doesn't happen by Accident: Colonialism and Violence from the StateJanuary 27, 2012 Vancouver, BC
This talk by Jessica Yee takes up the question of why Indigenous women are five times more likely to die of violence than any other race of women in Canada and how this can be understood in light of state violence, inaction and complicity.
This event is free.
Registration capacity is 100 people.
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Conjuring New Lifeways with Ancient Wisdom & Emerging ScienceJanuary 28, 2012 Toronto, ON
A fundraising workshop for the Seven Directions Land Recovery Project. Activists, artists, community workers and all folks welcome. Facilitated by Zainab Amadahy.
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Eurozone from Greece to Germany - Explaining the CrisisJanuary 29, 2012 Toronto, ON
Karl Marx talked about the contradictions between the forces of production and the relations of production as the basic impediment to human progress under capitalism. We are seeing this playing out in real time in the unfolding crisis in Europe.
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The World We Want: An Evening with Frances Moore LappéJanuary 31, 2012 to February 01, 2012 ON
USC Canada presents an inspiring evening with the visionary author of the ground-breaking Diet for a Small Planet (1971), Frances Moore Lappé.
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REEP Workshop -- Water Softening and Conditioning OptionsFebruary 02, 2012 Kitchener, ON
Waterloo Region gets the majority of its drinking water from the ground. This 'hard' mineral-rich water leaves spots on our glasses, does not allow soap to lather well, and leaves lime deposits in our coffee pots, kettles and water heaters.
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Eco Body and Cleaning Products WorkshopFebruary 02, 2012 North Bay, ON
Come learn about what chemicals are in your body products and cleaning products and how they effect you and the environment. Following this, we'll explore some of the ways you can make your own body products and cleaning products. We'll end by making our own natural toothpaste and household
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3rd Annual Reel Green Film FestivalFebruary 03, 2012 to February 04, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba's only festival dedicated to environmental issues and solutions. Be informed. Be inspired.
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Rally: Families & Friends against Police Terror!February 04, 2012 Hamilton, ON
Hamilton Copwatch and the families and friends of those healing from the trauma of police terror and brutality are calling on you to take to the streets in solidarity with the message that THIS ENDS NOW!
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International Day of Action: No war in IranFebruary 04, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The imperialist war drive led by the US government is escalating against Iran. Iran is facing sanctions imposed by the EU, US, UN and Canada, as well as imperialist covert operations including assassinations and sabotage. Manipulation and the negative propaganda war against Iran are an indication of
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Grassroots Financial Management 101 WorkshopFebruary 05, 2012
In the whirl of everyday demands, it’s easy to loose track of our finances. The consequences are bad enough when we mismanage personal money,and the stakes are just as high when we’re dealing with the limited budgets of grassroots activist organizations. Come learn about the basic
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Toronto Day of Action against the Criminalization of HIVFebruary 06, 2012 Toronto, ON
Call to Action, March to the Old City Hall & Street Theatre.
On February 8th, the Supreme Court of Canada will hear two landmark cases about HIV, sex and the Criminal Law.
STAND FOR JUSTICE!
Stop the Criminalization of HIV!
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Commission for Quality Public Services and Tax FairnessFebruary 07, 2012 Owen Sound, ON
The McGuinty government is planning painful cuts to health care, education, and social services (as high as 33 percent in some Ministries ). From the smallest women's shelter to the largest hospital, no public service is safe.
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(Un)Lawful Access Legislation - Ottawa ForumFebruary 08, 2012 Ottawa, ON
The government is trying to push through a set of electronic surveillance laws that will invade your privacy and cost you money. The plan is to force every phone and Internet provider to allow "authorities" to collect the private information of any Canadian, at any time, without a warrant.
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The Politics of Climate Change: Climate Technofixes: Rio +20 or Silent Spring -50February 08, 2012 Montreal, QC
Having the "proof of principle" that industry can change the climate, the folks who caused the problem are proposing new technological solutions. Unfortunately, there is no "proof of principle" that they can do it right. Pat Mooney, author and award-winning director of ETC Group will provide an
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REEP Workshop - Put Your Driveway and Sidewalks on a Low Salt DietFebruary 09, 2012 Kitchener, ON
Alternative Products and Hands-On Tips for Your Home
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Decolonizing Our Minds Conference 2012February 11, 2012 Toronto, ON
Art is a healing practice, a practice of renewal, exploration and of storytelling. Art is a space of self-definition and self-understanding that simultaneously ties us to larger histories, to a shared narrative. Art is medicine bridging the gaps between times, spaces and divisions violently
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Rally & March for Missing & Murdered Indigenous WomenFebruary 12, 2012 to February 14, 2012
Over the years, the February 14th Women's Memorial March has expanded to cities across these lands, as well as internationally. The March is an opportunity for all communities to come together to grieve the loss of our beloved sisters and remember the women who are still missing.
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Haroon Siddiqui on the Arab SpringFebruary 14, 2012 Toronto
What has been called the "Arab Spring" is an exciting development not only for the Arab-speaking world but for all nations and cultures who wish to see the people at the centre of national governance. A respected senior member the Canadian media and elegant defender of human rights for all and an
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Haroon Siddiqui on the Arab SpringFebruary 14, 2012 Toronto, ON
What has been called the "Arab Spring" is an exciting development not only for the Arab-speaking world but for all nations and cultures who wish to see the people at the centre of national governance. Since it beginnings over one year ago, it has caught the imagination of the world and inspired
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Be The Change Film Series: The Economics of HappinessFebruary 15, 2012 Collingwood, ON
The Economics of Happiness describes a world moving simultaneously in two opposing directions. On the one hand, government and big business continue to promote globalization and the consolidation of corporate power. At the same time, all around the world people are resisting those policies,
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Between Two Worlds - The Jewish American Cultural WarsFebruary 16, 2012 Toronto
Between tradition and change between loyalty and dissent. The film, Between Two Worlds, begins at the 2009 San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, and the fallout over the screening of a documentary about activist Rachel Corrie, which is also critical of Israel. The event released a flood of emotions,
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Stop Canada’s Environmental Injustice: Building for the FutureFebruary 16, 2012 Toronto, ON
Challenges to Harper’s plans for more pipelines to export dirty Canadian tar-sands oil; opposition to mining injustice; protection of Ontario farmland from mega quarry destruction, safeguarding secure public water supplies, and more: environmentalists are active in many fields. Yet
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Feminist Media Studies CircleFebruary 16, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Centre for Women's Studies in Education at OISE announces our new Feminist Media Studies Circle. This group wil be dedicated to an ongoing discussion of films, articles and short pieces of literature on feminist themes.
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Between Two Worlds: The Jewish American cultural warsFebruary 16, 2012 Toronto, ON
Between tradition and change between loyalty and dissent. The film, Between Two Worlds, begins at the 2009 San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, and the fallout over the screening of a documentary about activist Rachel Corrie, which is also critical of Israel. The event released a flood of emotions,
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Tar Sands, Pipelines and Tankers: A public forum on the Enbridge Northern Gateway PipelineFebruary 16, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
Dr. Wade Davis, Explorer in Residence, National Geographic Society, Senior Visiting Fellow at the University of Winnipeg and author of The Sacred Headwaters: the fight to save the Stikine, Skeena and Nass.
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Public Forum: Haiti: Solidarity and Social JusticeFebruary 17, 2012 Toronto, ON
Public forum: Haiti: Solidarity and Social Justice
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Your Food, Your Choice: The Value of Organic (one-day conference)February 18, 2012 Toronto, ON
A one-day conference for consumers and growers with an interest in healthy food that nourishes people and the environment. Keynote speaker is Kristin Kimball, author of The Dirty Life, recounting her journey from high-heeled urbanite to hoe-wielding farmer. Topics include: Is Organic Too Extreme?
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Seeds for Change 2012 Conference: GMOs & the Right to ChooseFebruary 18, 2012 Cowichan Station, BC
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are on the menu of topics at Cowichan Green Community’s (CGC’s) upcoming 3rd annual Seeds for Change Speaker Series: GMOs & the Right to Choose.
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Eradicating Ecocide: Meet Polly Higgins, Earth's Lawyer, and Learn about the Campaign to Make Ecocide a CrimeFebruary 18, 2012 Toronto, ON
Polly Higgins, Earth's Lawyer, will be speaking at 4:00 pm followed by potluck dinner at 6:00 pm. The event is free. Donations are welcome.
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Colombia: Mining Injustice Chronicles & Social ConflictFebruary 19, 2012 Toronto, ON
Colombian President Manuel Santos has made mining and resource extraction the central plank of the country's economy. Currently, 40% of the country's national territory is under mining permits and 52% of mining companies operating in Colombia are Canadian-financed.
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Climate Change at the Frontiers of EthicsFebruary 21, 2012
Dale Jamieson, environmental studies and philosophy prof. at New York University, explores the ethics behind our failure to collectively respond to the threat of climate change.
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Economic Inequality: What Do We Do?February 22, 2012 Toronto, ON
You are invited to the second in a series of public forums on the subject of economic inequality. We hope to build on the discussion at the first meeting to help create an agenda with broad public appeal.
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Buyer Beware: Deceptive Food LabelsFebruary 22, 2012 Toronto, ON
Did you know that your whole-grain bread is actually made with about 40 percent white flour? Canadian food labelling requirements do not make it easy for consumers to determine the nutritional value of packaged foods. This lecture will expose some of the most common pitfalls of nutritional labelling
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Growing Local Conference 2012February 23, 2012 to February 25, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
Celebrating 5 years as Manitoba's premiere food security event, Growing Local will once again bring together consumers, farmers, traditional harvesters and everyone in between, for 3 inspired days of learning and sharing.
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Palestine and the Great Games: at the Periphery and in the CentreFebruary 24, 2012 Toronto
In this wide ranging and far reaching examination of the role of Palestine in the Great Games, the metaphor for grand geopolitical strategy involving nations and peoples first introduced by Zbigniew Brzezinski, in his 1998 book, The Grand Chessboard: American Primacy and It's Geostrategic
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Palestine and the Great Games: At the Periphery and in the CentreFebruary 24, 2012 Toronto, ON
In this wide ranging and far reaching examination of the role of Palestine in the Great Games, the metaphor for grand geopolitical strategy involving nations and peoples first introduced by Zbigniew Brzezinski, in his 1998 book, The Grand Chessboard: American Primacy and It's Geostrategic
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Eco Farm Day 2012February 24, 2012 to February 25, 2012 Cornwall, ON
Welcome to Eco Farm Day - eastern Ontario's premier farm conference. Organic, transitional and conventional farmers of field crops, market gardens, and livestock rely on Eco Farm Day for the best training, information, and commerce opportunities. Over 350 people come back every year for the social
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Occupy, Protest, Resist: Law Union of Ontario Conference 2012February 25, 2012 Toronto, ON
Panels will discuss topics including the omnibus crime bill, the right to strike and back-to-work legislation, insights from the Insite decision, the Occupy movement, the place of politics in the courtroom, criminal justice issues affecting Aboriginal people, advocating for change in policing, the
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Emergency Assembly: Major Health Care Cutbacks are ComingFebruary 25, 2012 Toronto, ON
Toronto banker Don Drummond's report on restructuring (and cutting) public services, including health care, will be released on Wednesday February 15th. The report will contain 400 recommendations, 100 of which will focus on health care. We are calling an Emergency Assembly on Saturday February 25th
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Introduction To PermacultureFebruary 25, 2012 to February 26, 2012 London, ON
In this special workshop/training weekend, you will learn about the basics of permaculture. Permaculture is a design science for creating regenerative human habitat. There's something in this presentation for everybody. Whether you're heavy into gardening, interested in making positive change, what
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2-Day Workshop: Introduction to NonviolenceFebruary 25, 2012 to March 03, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Introduction to the principles and practices of nonviolence as derived from the methods and philosophy espoused by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Upwind Downwind Conference 2012: Unlikely PartnersFebruary 26, 2012 to February 27, 2012 Hamilton, ON
The Upwind Downwind Conference focuses on transboundary and local air quality issues and how land use, transportation, energy planning and public policy decisions impact air quality, human health and climate change. The conference is an important biennial networking and information forum for the
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Freedom to Read WeekFebruary 26, 2012 to March 03, 2012
Freedom to read can never be taken for granted. Even in Canada, a free country by world standards, books and magazines are banned at the border. Books are removed from the shelves in Canadian libraries, schools and bookstores every day. Free speech on the Internet is under attack. Few of these
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Building SustainAble Communities ConferenceFebruary 27, 2012 to March 01, 2012 Kelowna, BC
The Fresh Outlook Foundation is hosting its 5th Building SustainAble Communities conference in Kelowna, BC. Themes cover Water Management, Social & Cultural Sustainability, Business Cases for Sustainability, Leadership, and many more topics.
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Censored Then and Now: The Politics of News Media from WWII to the Digital AgeFebruary 28, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Book and Periodical Council invites you to their annual celebration of Freedom to Read Week!
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NDP Leader Candidates' DebateMarch 01, 2012 Toronto, ON
Debate format: opening statements by the candidates for NDP federal Leader, followed by Socialist Caucus panel questions, candidates' answers, followed by audience questions, candidates' answers, and closing statements.
Everyone is welcome. Free admission.
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Eastern Newfoundland EcoMentors Training Session - Calling all Eco-Youth!March 01, 2012 St John's, NL
CALLING ALL NEWFOUNDLAND YOUTH! Are you interested in environmental issues? The EcoMentors program will be offering a FREE interactive training session for youth (age 15-24) in St. John's on March 1st, 2012.
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CJPME Meet & Greet with NDP Leadership candidatesMarch 01, 2012 Toronto, ON
CJPME is delighted to invite you to a public forum and "meet & greet" with NDP federal leadership candidates on Thursday, March 1st, in Toronto. All of the candidates have been invited and two of them have already confirmed - Brian Topp and Niki Ashton.
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Trees Ontario Free Winter 2012 Landowner Workshop SeriesMarch 01, 2012 to March 22, 2012 ON
Trees Ontario in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and local planting agency partners, will host 12 free tree planting workshops for landowners across the province in March 2012.
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FREE Screening of "Generation M" Documentary!March 02, 2012 Toronto, ON
A free screening of a documentary about sexism and gender bias in our media and culture. To be followed by a discussion led by Michele Landsberg, writer, social activist, feminist, and author of Writing the Revolution.
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Western/Central Newfoundland EcoMentors Training Session - Calling all Eco-Youth!March 03, 2012 Corner Brook, NL
CALLING ALL NEWFOUNDLAND YOUTH! Are you interested in environmental issues? The EcoMentors program will be offering a FREE interactive training session for youth (age 15-24) in St. John's on March 1st, 2012.
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Eastern GTA Eco SummitMarch 03, 2012 Toronto, ON
“Developing an Environmental Agenda for the Eastern GTA “
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Which Way Forward for the Transit Movement in Toronto?March 03, 2012 Toronto, ON
Together we can build a movement to defend, expand and protect Toronto public transit against Rob Ford!
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International Women’s Month Festival of FilmsMarch 03, 2012 to March 31, 2012 Richmond Hill, ON
This screening series features three acclaimed documentaries highlighting women's issues around the world and filmed by Canadian filmmakers. Film makers will also be on-hand to answer questions after the screening in-person or via Skype. Many documentary filmmakers tell issues-based stories, in the
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Permaculture Design Certificate (part-time course)March 03, 2012 to May 13, 2012 Nanaimo, BC
Nanaimo Part Time Permaculture Design Certificate 2012
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Environment & Diversity Project Webinar Series: Lessons Learned by Six Environmental NGOs (Online)March 05, 2012 to May 16, 2012
In 2011, the Environment and Diversity Project supported six organizations as they embarked on their own initiatives that that would help them better reflect and engage ethno-cultural and/or Aboriginal communities.
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Sustainable Energy SymposiumMarch 07, 2012 to March 08, 2012 Kingston, ON
The Sustainable Energy Symposium (SES) is an applied research conference that brings together participants from industry, academia and various stakeholders, and showcases St. Lawrence College’s applied research capabilities to support the regional small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in
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A Child's View From Gaza -- Opening receptionMarch 09, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Guest speaker Barbara Lubin of Middle East Children's Alliance Art who helped organize exhibit of paintings and drawings created by children in Gaza as part of a therapy program after surviving Israel's horrific bombing of Gaza in 2008. Plus video interview with Dr. Dr. Eyad el-Sarraj, President of
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A Child's View From Gaza -- art exhibitMarch 11, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Exhibit of children's art created in art therapy programs designed to treat widespread post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of Israel's masssive bombing of Gaza in 2008. (Also, performance by Remi Kanazi, Palestinian poet and guests on Mon., Mar 12, from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.)
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A Child's View From Gaza -- art exhibitMarch 12, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Art created by children from Gaza as part of art therapy program after Israel's horrific bombing of Gaza, killing 1,4000 Palestinians, including 350 children. Original art show scheduled at a Oakland, Ca. museum was cancelled due to protests by pro-Israel organizations. As a result, international
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A Child's View from Gaza -- art exhibitionMarch 13, 2012 Burnaby, BC
Children's art from Gaza created as part of a therapy program after Israel bombarded Gaza in 2008, killing 1,400 Palestinians, including more than 350 children.
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A Child's View from Gaza - art exhibitionMarch 15, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Paintings and drawings created by children in Gaza as part of an art therapy program to try to treat the post-traumatic stress syndrome suffered after Israel's bombardment of Gaza in 2008. A show of the children's art was originally scheduled in Oakland, Ca. but groups supporting Israel put
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Solidarity Against Austerity: Fight Poverty, Demand Living Income, Housing, Public Services for All!March 16, 2012 Toronto, ON
Join the Ontario Coalition Against Poverty (OCAP) and allies for a march and rally on Friday, March 16th, in the lead up to the 2012 Provincial Budget. The McGuinty government has hired former head of the TD bank, Don Drummond, to propose and provide the basis for massive social cutbacks in their
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Walking the talk: Human rights abroad - take IIMarch 16, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Canada's Operations Abroad - Community Impacts and the Case for New Legislation
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James Loney: Explorations in Non-violenceMarch 16, 2012 to March 18, 2012 Tatamagouche, NS
What would happen if we devoted the same discipline and self-sacrifice to nonviolent peacemaking that we now devote to war?
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Community March Against RacismMarch 18, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Family-friendly festivities! Bring your neighbours, banners and drums!
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Aboriginal Youth Conference: Gathering Our VoicesMarch 20, 2012 to March 23, 2012 Nanaimo, AB
The BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres & Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Friendship Centre are proud to host: Gathering Our Voices 2012 from March 20-23, 2012. The 10th Annual Aboriginal Youth Conference will be held in Nanaimo, British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw
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International - World Water DayMarch 22, 2012 to March 23, 2012
Water safety, accessibility and quantity may appear to be entirely separate issues forrm food security but they're not. This year, the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization will draw attention to the intense connections between water and food, particularly as climate change takes its toll.
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2-Day Workshop: Introduction to NonviolenceMarch 24, 2012 to March 31, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Introduction to the principles and practices of nonviolence as derived from the methods and philosophy espoused by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Ottawa - Two-day Workshop: Introduction to NonviolenceMarch 24, 2012 to March 31, 2012 Ottawa, ON
A two day event on March 24th and 31st, this is an introduction to Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophy and strategy -discussing nonviolent historical movements, the dynamics of social change, conflict analysis and more.
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Permaculture Teacher TrainingMarch 25, 2012 to April 01, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Empower yourself to advocate for change through whole systems design and teaching! In this dynamic and interactive course, you will learn significant teaching techniques to communicate Permaculture principles and strategies in a wide variety of educational settings. Our goal is to encourage and
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Introduction to Permaculture WorkshopMarch 31, 2012 to April 01, 2012 Nelson, BC
Permaculture is the design & implementation of sustainable & ecological human habitats. It is based on the observation of natural system and uses ecological principles to increase diversity and productivity of local human ecosystems. It can be used both in urban and rural areas. The participants
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Earth Summit 2012 / Stakeholder Forum for a Sustainable FutureApril 04, 2012 to April 06, 2012 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Earth Summit 2012 / Stakeholder Forum for a Sustainable Future
June 4 - 6, 2012
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
More information:
http://www.stakeholderforum.org/
http://www.earthsummit2012.org/
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The Stop's Good Food MarketApril 10, 2012 Toronto, ON
Every Tuesday The Stop (paired with Food Share Toronto) makes available fresh and locally sourced produce at wholesale prices. The market also often feature storytelling, live music, food demonstrations, baked goods, documentary films, and a circle.
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The Impact of War and Peace on Women: Through the Eyes of a JournalistApril 11, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
Raffle, prizes and refreshments. Special entertainment provided by Keri Latimer.
Guest Speaker: Kathy Gannon -- Emcee: Brenlee Carrington.
Tickets: $30.00, available at McNally Robinson Booksellers and at the Manitoba Women's Advisory Council.
Proceeds to support UN Women-Winnipeg Chapter.
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Sustainability Book ClubApril 11, 2012 Calgary, AB
The meeting will explore topics inspired by the book "Bringing It to the Table: On Farming and Food" by Wendell Berry, such as organic versus locally grown produce, the difference between small and large farms, and the politics behind what goes on our dinner tables.
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Rouge Forum 2012: To Know is Not EnoughApril 13, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The theme for the 2012 annual meeting of the American Education Research Association is “Non Satis Scire: To Know Is Not Enough.†The Rouge Forum is interested in exploring what it means for scholars, and educators in general, to move beyond “knowing†to the pursuit of
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Engaging Hearts and Minds: An Agenda for Global Citizenship EducationApril 16, 2012 to April 17, 2012 Toronto, ON
The goals of this annual conference are:
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Permaculture Training ProgramApril 16, 2012 to May 11, 2012 (1)Nelson & (2)Winlaw, BC
Learn the basic Permaculture design principles and techniques and develop the practical skills to design and implement sustainable designs for ecological landscape and backyard. This four week intensive training program combines theory with practical hands-on activities. Course graduates will
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International Day of Peasants' StruggleApril 17, 2012
The failure of the corporate food system demonstrates a need for reclaiming local food production and protecting peasant agricultural sovereignity. Join activists, communities and media organizations in your corner of the world in supporting local food movements. Rallies, film screenings, and
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Ontario Day of Action Against CutsApril 21, 2012 Toronto, ON
The province continues to hand out billions of dollars in corporate tax cuts through the front door while public and private sector jobs are disappearing through the back door. The Ontario government is preparing to table a slash-and-burn budget in late March or early April that will be guided by
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Good Green Jobs ConferenceApril 21, 2012 London, ON
Learning and leading on one of the most important issues facing workers and their communities today. Hosted by London and District Labour Council, a day of informative workshops on the green job movement, jobs in the used resources economy and local action to build the green economy.
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New York City Green FestivalApril 21, 2012 to April 22, 2012 New York
The Jacob Javits Center will be hosting the Green Festival, bringing the largest sustaina-bility event right to New York. The Festival will deliver both inspiring and pragmatic pro-gramming reflecting over 125 international, regional, and local speakers presenting key-notes, workshops, sessions,
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Training for Transition: Building Local ResilienceApril 21, 2012 to April 22, 2012 London, ON
A 2-day course for those wanting the practical tools and knowledge to set up, run, maintain, and support a successful transition initiative.
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The R3 Earth Day CelebrationApril 21, 2012 to April 22, 2012 Vankleek Hill, ON
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Ottawa International Writers FestivalApril 26, 2012 to May 05, 2012 Ottawa, ON
he imagination is our most valuable renewable resource. So, twice a year we convene an international celebration of ideas to recharge our imaginations. From politics to poetry, science to music, history to thrillers, we celebrate the full diversity of the word and the gifted writers who guide us in
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The Atlantic Green ShowApril 27, 2012 to April 29, 2012 Fredericton, NB
Target your clientele and differentiate yourself from your competitor by introducing your "Green" products and services to an enthusiastic public wanting to do their part in the movement to "go green". We are dedicating the whole weekend to you and your "green" products and services at the Atlantic
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Toronto's 26th Annual Socialist May Day Celebration: Fighting for the 99%April 28, 2012 Toronto, ON
Toronto's 26th Annual Socialist May Day Celebration: Fighting for the 99%
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Steps for Life -- Walking for Families of Workplace TragedyMay 06, 2012
Steps for Life - Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy is a 5 km fundraising walk to help support families who have suffered from a workplace tragedy. This national event is a proactive way to support those affected by a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or an occupational disease while
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LeftWords Festival of Books and IdedasMay 06, 2012 Toronto, ON
LeftWords is a free public event that celebrates and promotes the work of progressive Canadian and international writers and thinkers whose works appear in books and magazines by Canadian independent publishers. Authors will be on hand for readings, panels, and discussions. Speakers include Michele
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Child Care Centres Walk To Raise Funds for Children's HospitalsMay 07, 2012 to May 18, 2012
Every May, members of the Association of Day Care Operators of Ontario (ADCO) participate in ADCO's annual Kids Helping Kids Walkathon event to raise money for Ontario's four regional children's hospitals. The staff, children and families at each centre coordinate their own special Walkathon day and
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EPIC: The Sustainable Living ExpoMay 11, 2012 to May 13, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Discover how exciting and innovative the sustainable consumer world can be, from disposable bowls and plates made from pressed palm leaves to handbags made from recycled seat belts. Enjoy locally made organic beers and wines, enjoy fair trade coffee and chocolate, admire stunning eco-friendly
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IAGLR 2012 - From Great Lakes Flow Mighty RiversMay 13, 2012 to May 17, 2012 Cornwall, ON
55th Annual International Association for Great Lakes Research conference in collaboration with the St. Lawrence River Institute Ecosystem conference. IAGLR 2012 will feature plenary speakers and focused sessions that highlight studies of the basic ecology, chemistry, and physics of the Great Lakes.
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Montreal International Conference on Degrowth in the AmericasMay 13, 2012 to May 19, 2012 Montreal, QC
Twenty years after the Earth Summit in Rio, the linkage of sustainable development to economic growth requires profound rethinking. It has not offered a convincing solution to one of the most dramatic crises in history: how to avert ecological collapse while enhancing social justice and improving
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Free community dinner to commerate NakbaMay 15, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The Vancouver Coalition to Commemorate Al-Nakba will hold a community supper on Tues., May 15, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., where Palestinians and indigenous people will share stories of dispossession, genocide and resistance through words, poetry and film. The supper is free and open to the public.
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Permaculture Design CertificationMay 18, 2012 to June 03, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The Permaculture Design Course is a 72 hour intensive course combining theory with practical hands on learning. Participants will learn Permaculture design principles & techniques. The course includes lectures, discussions, hands-on, slide shows, field trips and design projects. We will examine the
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March for justice in Palestine marking Nakba anniversaryMay 19, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Palestinians and communities in solidarity will march from Clark Park at 14th and Commercial at to Grandview Park, where a rally will follow. The march calls for the right of return of Palestinian refugees, and an end to the ongoing ethnic cleansing, occupation, mass imprisonment and apartheid in
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Food Revolution DayMay 19, 2012 Cobble Hill, BC
Organic Fair Farm and Garden in partnership with Cowichan Green Community (CGC) are hosting a Food Revolution Day event on May 19th . They are joining over 800 groups from 45 countries that have signed up to take action and support the Jamie Oliver Foundation in its launch of its first-ever Food
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Project ECOSPHERE Environmental and Green Building Fair / Projet ÉCOSPHÈRE - Foire de l’environnement et de l’ÉCOhabitationMay 19, 2012 to May 20, 2012 Montreal, QC
The Project ECOSPHERE, Quebec’s most important environmental event, expects over 200 exhibitors and will present no less than 30 conferences.
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Ontario Artisan's Food - Celebrating Local FoodMay 24, 2012 Toronto, ON
Come by Patagonia Toronto and join Good Food Revolution founder and managing editor Malcolm Jolley for an after-work gathering celebrating artisan food of Ontario. Enjoy some of the most delicious edibles to come out of our Province!
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Spring Sprint FrederictonMay 26, 2012 Fredericton, NB
On May 26, 2012 Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada’s series of Spring Sprint events heads to Fredericton. This year, to mark the organization’s 30th anniversary, the goal is to exceed all past efforts by raising $1.6 million with the help of 20 Spring Sprint events across Canada.
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Oak and Orca Bioregional FairMay 27, 2012 Victoria, BC
Oak and Orca Bioregional Fair
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10th Annual Bioregional FairMay 27, 2012 Victoria, BC
Oak and Orca Bioregional School is hosting its 10th annual Bioregional Fair. This is a FREE community event-there is something for everyone. The fair will offer a variety of children's crafts and activities, free workshops and demonstrations to inspire, educate and connect people in the community; a
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Victoria Spring SprintMay 27, 2012 Victoria, BC
On May 27, 2012 Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada's series of Spring Sprint events heads to Victoria. This year, to mark the organization's 30th anniversary, the goal is to exceed all past efforts by raising $1.6 million with the help of 20 Spring Sprint events across Canada.
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Vancouver Spring SprintMay 27, 2012
This year, to mark the organization’s 30th anniversary, the goal is to exceed all past efforts by raising $1.6 million with the help of 20 Spring Sprint events across Canada – including the Vancouver Spring Sprint on May 27, 2012. For 30 years, the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
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Toronto ecoHousing Community Information SessionMay 28, 2012 Toronto, ON
Want to own a home in a green community?
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ITU Symposium on ICTs, the Environment and Climate ChangeMay 29, 2012 to May 31, 2012 Montreal, QC
7th ITU Symposium on ICTs, the Environment and Climate Change
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The Man Who Planted TreesMay 30, 2012 to June 03, 2012 Ottawa, ON
The Man Who Planted Trees, by Scotland's Puppet State Theatre Company
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Transport Futures: Goods Movement & Mobility Pricing ForumMay 31, 2012 Toronto, ON
It is a huge understatement to say that the goods movement sector is vital to Ontario's economy. Without trucks, trains, ships, planes, vans, cars, bikes and foot messengers, we wouldn't have the products and services we need to survive and prosper. But inadequate transport infrastructure,
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SustainaBUILD OttawaMay 31, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Ottawa has the highest per capita square footage of office space of any market in Canada. The city also has a housing sector with an above average amount of multi-unit residential properties.
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The Great Food Debate - Celebrating Local FoodMay 31, 2012 Toronto, ON
Come check out Patagonia Toronto on May 31st as Toronto food-advocate Brad Long of Cafe Belong and Veritas joins us to discuss the fine balance between local, organic and sustainable foods. Together we will explore the history and future of the local food movement and talk about what these terms
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Canada's Premier Event for Persons with Disabilities, Seniors with Special Needs And Professionals Working In Related AreasJune 01, 2012 to June 02, 2012 Toronto, ON
Canada's premier event for Persons with Disabilities, Seniors with Special Needs and Professionals working in related areas.
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Spring Sprint MontrealJune 02, 2012 Montreal, QC
Every day, 27 Canadians are diagnosed with a brain tumour. With Spring Sprint, brain tumour patients, survivors, family and friends come together to walk or fun run to bring hope. Spring Sprint 2012 has the goal to raise $1.6 million for brain tumour research and patient programs.
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Canadians stand against the Omnibus Budget Bill at 54 MP OfficesJune 02, 2012
This Saturday, at 54 confirmed locations across the country, Canadians will gather at Conservative MPs offices, and support locations, to voice their concerns about the Federal Budget Bill currently before Parliament.
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Canadian Association for Supported Employment ConferenceJune 05, 2012 to June 07, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
Winnipeg will be host to the annual national CASE (Canadian Association for Supported Employment) conference this coming June. It is expected that over 250 delegates will attend the conference at the Delta Winnipeg Hotel to discuss strategies and successes of supporting persons with disabilities to
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11th EASE General Assembly & Conference 2012June 07, 2012 to June 10, 2012 Tallinn, Estonia
The conference will examine how the transfer of science publishing into the digital environment affects editors in their daily work and how they can exploit new technologies to improve their services to authors, their journals and their businesses/organizations. This topic will be addressed in four
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Special Seminar on the Latest Advances in Fertility TreatmentsJune 09, 2012 Scarborough, ON
IVF Canada/LIFE Program invites you to a special seminar on the latest advances in fertility treatments.
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Ecofest BarrieJune 09, 2012 to June 10, 2012 Barrie, ON
Ecofest Barrie is a community collaboration that brings together individuals and organizations from many walks of life under the common theme of building a sustainable future. We come together to celebrate nature and share ideas on protecting our planet while creating a healthy, prosperous,
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National Day of Action against cuts to refugee health careJune 18, 2012
On June 30, 2102, refugees will face drastic cuts to their health insurance.
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Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2012 CoursesJune 18, 2012 to June 29, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
The Canadian School of Peacebuilding has been created to serve practitioners, professionals, activists, students, non-governmental organizations and faith-based groups engaged in peacebuilding. Its goal is to serve peacebuilders around the world by bringing them together in a collaborative learning
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Democracy Environment Education Peace: TLC Summer Institute Workshops & Courses (various dates)June 18, 2012 to June 30, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Transformative Learning Centre is based at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto. The TLC Approach to Transformative learning involves experiencing a deep, structural shift in basic premises of thought, feelings, and actions. It is a shift of consciousness
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Rally Against Jason Kenney's disposable labour agendaJune 26, 2012 Surrey, BC
The Surrey Board of Trade is hosting a $35 per plate Breakfast with Jason Kenney, on Tuesday, June 26 from 7:30am to 9:30am at Eaglequest Golf Course. At this event, the Minister will be making a speech entitled: "Moving Towards a targeted, fast and efficient immigration system focusing on Jobs,
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Jeff Rubin: The End of GrowthJune 27, 2012 Sarnia, ON
Best Selling Author & Former CIBC Wold Markets Chief Economist Jeff Rubin will speak about the realities of the end of cheap oil and how it’s going to make our world a whole lot smaller and day-to-day lives a whole lot different.
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Roundtable: Health workers for refugee healthcareJune 27, 2012 Vancouver, BC
As of June 30, 2012, refugees in Canada who are in need of medical assistance, including children, the elderly, and pregnant women, will no longer be able to access critical health care services. Among the services to be cut for some or all refugees are: prenatal care for pregnant women; access to
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Call for demonstration in Paris on third anniversary of coup in HondurasJune 28, 2012 Paris
Demonstration to demand justice for all the victims of the coup and repression in Honduras.
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Mariposa Folk FestivalJuly 06, 2012 to July 08, 2012 Orillia, ON
We had a wonderful 2011 Mariposa Folk Festival, and we couldn’t have done it without a great audience. Thank you for your support!
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Eco Summer Retreat for ages 18-35July 07, 2012 to July 14, 2012 Quebec, QC
The Eco Retreat will be at La “Cite-Ecologiqueâ€, the largest Eco-Village in Canada, located in Ham-Nord in the pleasant region of Bois-Francs in Quebec, Canada.
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Permaculture Design CertificateJuly 08, 2012 to July 22, 2012 clearwater, MB
The Harvest Moon Society is holding a full 72-hour accredited Permaculture Design Course in Clearwater, July 8-22, 2012 as a part of the Harvest Moon Society Prairie Culture education program. Jesse Lemieux from Pacific Permaculture will be instructing.
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Snapshot: East Coast Contemporary Aboriginal ArtJuly 13, 2012 to August 17, 2012 Halifax, NS
Snapshot will showcase recent work of six emerging and mid-career artists: Frannie Fancis, Ursula Johnson, Dozay Christmas, Charles Doucette, Gerald Gloade, and Jerry Evans.
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Surprise Action Against the Cuts to Health Care for RefugeesJuly 15, 2012 Toronto, ON
Health care workers and other service providers launch a non-cooperation campaign to protest the cuts to the Interim Federal Health Program
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Earth Wisdom Permaculture 2-Week PDC CourseJuly 20, 2012 to August 03, 2012 London, ON
Earth Wisdom Permaculture
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Permaculture Design Course, at the Whole VillageJuly 22, 2012 to August 04, 2012 Caledon, ON
Create a self sufficient lifestyle in harmony with nature
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Vancouver Queer Arts festivalJuly 31, 2012 to August 18, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The Queer Arts Festival in Vancouver is an annual showcase of queer arts, culture and history.
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Continental Day of Action Against Canadian Mega Resource ExtractionAugust 01, 2012 Toronto, ON
We stand for environmental justice, clean water, air and protection of our territories, the right of free prior and informed consent for local communities, transparency and legislative regulations for the extractive industry, decent jobs, and people before profit.
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Vancouver Pride paradeAugust 05, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Over 650,000 spectators expected. Begins on Robson St., travels through the West End and finishes at the Sunset Beach festival site.
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Women Political Prisoners, Repression and Resisting the Prison Industrial ComplexAugust 07, 2012 Ottawa, ON
This panel will focus on the experiences of these women in movements for social justice, their experiences of and thoughts about the repression that they have and continue to face as a result of their actions, and the role that the Prison Industrial Complex plays in maintaining white supremacist
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Hiroshima, Nagasaki Poster & Survivors' Artwork ExhibitAugust 08, 2012 to August 11, 2012 Toronto, ON
Vivid artwork by survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki with historical photos to understand the devastation a nuclear blast can cause.
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Commemoration of the Nuclear Bombings of Hiorshima and NagasakiAugust 09, 2012 Toronto, ON
Commemoration of the Nuclear Bombings of Hiorshima and Nagasaki in 1945, advocating the elimination of all nuclear weapons. Featured speakers include Peggy Nash, M.P., Joe Ohori, atomic bomb survivor, and Joy Kogawa (Order of Canada, author). Music from the Raging Grannies, the Soka Gakkai Youth
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Toronto for a Nuclear Weapons-Free WorldAugust 09, 2012 Toronto, ON
Toronto's commemoration for the 67th Anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. With Peggy Nash (MP Parkdale-High Park), Ilario Maiolo (International Red Cross) and Mayor Ford's Hiroshima-Nagasaki Day Proclamation. Performers include the Raging Grannies, Yakudo Drummers, SGI
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Fierté Montreal Pride LGBTA paradeAugust 09, 2012 to August 19, 2012 Montreal, QC
Annual Pride parade that began in Montreal in 1979.
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Toronto Queer Arts and Culture FestivalAugust 10, 2012 to August 18, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Toronto Queer Arts Festival (Formerly Queer West Fest) has something for everyone: from a film festival, spoken word events, a youth unconference, art gallery tours by bicycle, hospitality party and alterna-queer music concert, from a ramble in the ART AND DESIGN DISTRICT to a QUEER CABARET.
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Home Cape Breton Pride paradeAugust 11, 2012 Sydney, NS
Pride Parade in downtown Sydney, followed by a Post-Parade BBQ Gathering in Louisa Field at 1PM and the Pride Friendship Memorial Baseball Tournament at 2PM.
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Black IndiansAugust 11, 2012 Toronto, ON
A film showcasing the parallels between the Native American and African-American histories.
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Workers' Struggles Amidst Neoliberal Globalization: A National Workers ConferenceAugust 11, 2012 to August 12, 2012 Toronto, ON
The conference aims to put forth a critical and dynamic dialogue amongst progressive organizations, groups and individuals about our struggles and conditions as workers under the present crisis of capitalism.
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Queens of InappropriateAugust 12, 2012 Toronto, ON
Continuing their Southern Ontario tour in Toronto, the Queens of Inappropriate will bring their adorable awkwardness to bear in a spoken word show that explores the many facets of female sexuality from a personal, political, tear- and laughter-inducing perspective.
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Moncton Pride paradeAugust 12, 2012 to August 19, 2012 Moncton, NB
Moncton's Pride Week 2012.
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Shared Perspectives - An Evening of ReconciliationAugust 14, 2012 Toronto, ON
Join the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) for an evening of dialogue and celebration of cultures in the spirit of reconciliation.
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DYS/LOCATED: The site of the queer bodyAugust 14, 2012 to August 18, 2012 Saskatoon, SK
Eat Your Art Out, Judy! is a multidisciplinary, re-occurring festival that uncovers and celebrates queer art, activism and culture in Saskatchewan.
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S'organiser, résister, vaincre: Université d'été des NCSAugust 16, 2012 to August 18, 2012 Montreal
Université d'été des Nouveaux cahiers du socialisme (NCS): du 16 au 18 août 2012 à l'UQAM.
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Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written ArtsAugust 16, 2012 to August 19, 2012 Sechelt, BC
Canada’s longest-running summer literary gathering offers a pre-festival viewing of the world premiere Northwords, a documentary about a literary expedition through Northern Labrador.
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Vancouver Queer Film FestivalAugust 16, 2012 to August 26, 2012 Vancouver, BC
For 11 days each August, the Vancouver Queer Film Festival brings the very best in queer independent cinema from around the world to Vancouver.
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New Westminster PrideAugust 18, 2012 New Westminster, BC
Events all day, including Brunch at Coming Home Cafe, the Pride Proclamation, and the Festival in Tipperary Park.
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Okanagan Pride paradeAugust 18, 2012 Kelowna, BC
PRIDE Family Festival Day & Picnic in the Park - Celebrating six years with family fun, music, entertainment special events, attractions and lots of community information and give-aways!
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Dear JackAugust 22, 2012 Toronto, ON
Join Olivia Chow and Jack Layton's family and friends on the anniversary of his passing to celebrate his life and vision.
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Environmental Justice ConvergenceAugust 23, 2012 to August 24, 2012 Waterloo, ON
This summer, WPIRG is hosting a two-day convergence on Environmental Justice. We hope to discuss radical resistance to environmental destruction, to inspire action around environmental and climate justice issues, and to further extend this knowledge to the larger KW-community.
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IFOA at The EX: Ian Hamilton, John Lawrence Reynolds, Brad SmithAugust 27, 2012 Toronto, ON
The 2012 International Festival of Authors is proud to present a Festival sneak peek on Monday, August 27 at the Presentation Theatre at the Direct Energy Centre during this year’s Canadian National Exhibition.
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Fête Arc-en-Ciel de Quebec, Quebec City Pride festivalAugust 30, 2012 to September 02, 2012 Québec, QC
Le comité organisateur de la Fête Arc-en-ciel de Québec est plus déterminé que jamais à présenter, du 30 août au 2 septembre 2012, un événement dont les festivaliers se souviendront longtemps.
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Calgary Pride paradeSeptember 02, 2012 Calgary, AB
Calcary Pride Parade.
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2012 Polyamory National RetreatSeptember 07, 2012 to September 09, 2012 Adirondack Mountains
Explore, Connect, Relax, Discover…
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Salt Spring Island PrideSeptember 08, 2012 Ganges, BC
Salt Spring Island's eighth annual Pride parade and weekend-long festival.
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International Conference on Clean Energy (ICCE 2012)September 10, 2012 to September 12, 2012 Quebec, QC
This conference is organized to share and discuss recent developments in clean energy sector. Many exciting new process technologies have been in recent years developed in the filed of clean energy, and many have been adopted by the industry. ICCE 2012 will provide a forum for the exchange of latest
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Peace Activist Spends Last Days Resisting War, Supporting Kim RiveraSeptember 14, 2012 Toronto, ON
In the last days of her life, wheelchair bound and terminally ill, peace activist and author Shirley Farlinger will be in Nathan Phillips Square to hold a sign in support of Kim Rivera, the Iraq war resister currently facing deportation. Shirley will be at the site of the Peace Garden (now removed)
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Seeds of Fire - September 14September 14, 2012
Seeds of Fire: A People's Chronology - events on this day in history - September 14
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Peterborough Pride parade & festivalSeptember 17, 2012 Peterborough, ON
Reading of the Proclamation at City Hall will be followed by the 10th annual Peterborough Pride Parade.
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2012 BC Information SummitSeptember 19, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The event, entitled This Time, It’s Personal: Freedom of Information and Privacy Under Government 2.0 will take a comprehensive look at the BC Government’s new “Government 2.0: Citizens @ The Centre†initiative, and what it means for information rights in this province.
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12 Day Fast and Vigil for Climate JusticeSeptember 21, 2012 to October 02, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Hungry for Climate Leadership will hold a fast and vigil for twelve days on Parliament Hill (8am to 9pm each day). Our purpose is to demand that the Canadian government address climate change, the greatest threat to our children.
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Lessons from the Québec Student MovementSeptember 29, 2012 London, ON
The Centre for Social Concern at King's University College is pleased to host a cross-Canada speaking tour featuring:
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Lessons from Quebec's Student Strike: A cross-Canada speaking tourSeptember 29, 2012 to October 05, 2012
Spreading the Maple Spring: Lessons from Quebec's Student Strike
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Toronto Palestine Film Festival (TPFF)September 29, 2012 to October 07, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Toronto Palestine Film Festival (TPFF) is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to bringing Palestinian cinema, music, cuisine and art to GTA audiences. TPFF was conceived in 2008 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Al-Nakba.
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Ryerson Image Centre Grand OpeningSeptember 29, 2012 to December 16, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Ryerson Image Centre (RIC) is a national and international centre of excellence for the study, teaching, research and exhibition of photography and related media. We are a fully integrated, vibrant contributor and active partner within the academic fabric of the University, the cultural network
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Rally for the Fishers and Farmers of Gaza, PalestineSeptember 30, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Join us on September 30 to stand in solidarity with both the farmers and fishers of Palestine as they work to defend their land and sea from occupation and continue their harvest and their livelihoods. Many people in Gaza have always relied on the land and the sea for their livelihood. Generations
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Screening and Panel Discussion: Award Winning Film - "Climate Refugees"October 01, 2012 Ottawa, ON
"Climate change is the threat multiplier for overpopulation, over-consumption and lack of natural resources. Our mission is to create a platform that will illuminate the facts about climate refugees, their lack of international protection, our national security issues and solutions to these
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Ryerson: Student Struggles in Quebec and Around the World, featuring Gabriel Nadeau-DuboisOctober 01, 2012 Toronto, ON
Featuring Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois, Cloé Zawadzki-Turcotte, Valentina Latorre, Tina Treviño-Murphy & Rodney Diverlus
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Spreading the Maple Spring: Lessons from Quebec's Student StrikeOctober 02, 2012 Saskatoon, SK
Spreading the Maple Spring: Lessons from Quebec's Student Strike
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Spreading Quebec resistance: Part of a cross-Canada speaking tourOctober 02, 2012 Regina, SK
Quebec student leaders, including Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois; speak on the recent Quebec student strike, and standing up to the Canadian and Quebec governments' assault on democracy, labour rights, environmental protection and social programs.
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THE HOLE STORY screening: Cinema Politica at the BloorOctober 02, 2012 Toronto, ON
A skewering analysis of the the ways in which Canadian mining companies have put profit before people and the environment.
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Toronto Joins in Solidarity with Ottawa Climate FastOctober 02, 2012 Toronto, ON
Torontonians will gather in solidarity with climate activists who have been fasting in Ottawa on Parliament Hill since Sept. 21st, International Day of Peace. They will end their fast on Tues. Oct. 2, International Day of Non-Violence.
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Spreading the Maple Spring: Lessons from Quebec's Student StrikeOctober 03, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
The forum will address what happened in Quebec, but also how the hard-earned lessons of the longest student strike in Canadian history can be applied to organizing across the country. We hope to be able to build bridges of solidarity with movements in other parts of Canada, ties that are critical to
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'Documenting Occupy' - Screening, Panel and Q&AOctober 03, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The CounterCulture Speaker Series Presents:
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She Speaks: Indigenous Women Speak Out Against Tar SandsOctober 03, 2012 Toronto, ON
Indigenous communities are taking the lead to stop the largest industrial project on Earth and Northern Alberta is ground zero with over 20 corporations operating in the tar sands sacrifice zone, with expanded developments being planned. The cultural heritage, land, ecosystems and health of
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Canadian premiere of 'Indignados' at VIFFOctober 10, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Indignados Directed By Tony Gatlif (France, 2012, 88 mins)
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Fourth International Festival of Poetry of ResistanceOctober 12, 2012 to October 14, 2012 Toronto, ON
Focus 2012: Against State Terror
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Is that an archive in your basement, or are you just hoarding?October 13, 2012 Toronto, ON
Ulli Diemer of Connexions –discusses problems facing grassroots archives.
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33rd Annual International Festival of AuthorsOctober 16, 2012 to November 03, 2012 ON
The International Festival of Authors (IFOA) brings together the world's best writers of contemporary literature for 11 days of readings, interviews, lectures, round table discussions, and public book signings each October.
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Canzine TorontoOctober 21, 2012 Toronto, ON
Hundreds of zines and indie books for display and for sale plus the Radical Reading Series, the 1-2 Punch book pitch, the Hollywood Rip-Off Zine Making Challenge and more. $5 entry includes the fall issue of Broken Pencil.
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MAKING WAVES: Sinking the Harper agendaOctober 26, 2012 to October 28, 2012 Nanaimo, BC
Join the Council of Canadians in Nanaimo, BC for a movement-building conference with environmental, health, youth, Indigenous and labour groups to fight-back against Harper's austerity agenda and mining and pipeline projects that threaten our environment in BC.
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Devil's Bargain - Film Screening and Panel DiscussionOctober 30, 2012 Toronto, ON
Devil's Bargain is a disturbing journey into the international small arms trade that kills more than half a million people a year.
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91st Annual ACP/CMA National College Media ConventionOctober 31, 2012 to November 04, 2012 Chicago
The National College Media Convention is the largest gathering of college journalists and advisers in the world. Associated Collegiate Press and College Media Advisers partner to prepare nearly 400 practical and professional learning sessions, from high-profile keynotes to specific, problem-solving
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Organic Connections Conference and Trade ShowNovember 01, 2012 to November 03, 2012 Regina, SK
Organic Connections Conference and Trade Show moves to the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. Four Plenary sessions, Eight Breakout sessions and Youth programming opportunities will set the stage for networking at the Trade Show and meal times.
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Media Democracy Days: Know The Media, Be The Media, Change The MediaNovember 02, 2012 to November 03, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Media Democracy Days is organized by the Media Democracy Project, a group of people from both the academic and activist communities who are committed to democratizing the media.
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Phil Ochs Song NightNovember 03, 2012 Toronto, ON
A musical tribute commemorating the life and music of Phil Ochs.
Hosted by Sonny Ochs with the event’s proceeds going to Common Thread Community Chorus of Toronto.
$25 adults; $15 seniors, students, unwaged.
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Toronto Casserole in Solidarity with Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois of CLASSENovember 03, 2012 Toronto, ON
Torontonians will take part in a Casseroles on November 3 at noon at Dufferin Grove Park to show solidarity with Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois and the Student Movement in Quebec. People are outraged with the court ruling on November 1 which found Nadeau-Dubois in contempt of court for encouraging students
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Working Class Hero: A Night of Protest SongsNovember 06, 2012 Toronto, ON
The Dominion on Queen St. plays host to a benefit night of protest music on U.S. Election night.
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Lunch-time round table with Deena LaddNovember 07, 2012 Ottawa, ON
The laws covering workers are outdated. And the government is not doing enough to enforce the weak laws that do exist. One in three employers breaks the law, often with no penalty.
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Socialism or Barbarism? The future after capitalismNovember 08, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Capitalism is in the midst of the worst economic crisis since the 1930s, it is producing climate chaos that threatens us all, and the rich countries are always invading or occupying some one. Every society has fallen, capitalism will too.
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Tackling Health Inequalities Book LaunchNovember 08, 2012 Toronto, ON
Book launch for Canadian health expert Dennis Raphael's new title Tackling Health Inqualities: Learning from International Experience. Everyone is welcome to join us for snacks, mingling, and discussions of what we can learn from other countries in our battle to reduce health inequities.
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Right To Exist, Right To Resist!November 08, 2012 to November 10, 2012 Toronto, ON
Thursday, November 8, 2012:
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Indigent Workers and Capitalist Crises in TorontoNovember 09, 2012 Toronto, ON
What is proletarianization? The conventional answer to this question rests on waged labour. Yet many workers, past and present, are routinely unable to secure paid employment, in part because of the persistence of capitalist crises of various kinds. This study of indigent workers in Toronto from the
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Defend the right to dissentNovember 09, 2012 Toronto, ON
Solidarity with the 3,000 charged during the Quebec Student Strike!
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Canadian Voice of Women for Peace: Annual General MeetingNovember 09, 2012 to November 11, 2012 Toronto, ON
Revisioning Human Security and Revitalizing the Peace Movement
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Celebration of the Life of Charley RoachNovember 10, 2012 Toronto, ON
"My name is Hans Roach and I am the proud nephew of the amazing Charles Roach. I am using his Facebook account to reach out to his friends. As you know, my uncle passed away on October 2nd and we had a small private ceremony to remember him. On November 10th we are having a very PUBLIC CELEBRATION
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Healthy Aging- Not just BotoxNovember 13, 2012 Markham, ON
Dr. Vivien Brown, a family physician and Vice-President Medical Affairs for Medisys Health Group will be talking about Healthy Aging-what is it? What are the predictors? What strategies you can apply to help ensure you are healthy as you age. Talk is sponsored by the Women's Success Alliance &
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Why should I care about the unprecedented melting of Arctic summer ice in 2012?November 13, 2012 Toronto, ON
Video/Films and discussion around climate change and the effects of the melting the Artic Summer Ice in 2012
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Book Launch: Raising the Workers' FlagNovember 14, 2012 Toronto, ON
During the Great Depression, the conflicting interests of capital and labour became clearer than ever before. Radical Canadian workers, encouraged by the Red International of Labour Unions, responded by building the Workers' Unity League -- an organization that greatly advanced the cause of unions
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Book launch: "share: Delicious Dishes from FoodShare and Friends"November 14, 2012 Toronto, ON
Come Celebrate the launch of "share: Delicious Dishes from FoodShare and Friends" by Adrienne De Francesco with Marion Kane; foreward by Frances Moore Lappé
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Emergency Demonstration: Solidarity with GazaNovember 15, 2012 Toronto, ON
Israel has renewed and intensified its latest attacks on Gaza, and is declaring war with its latest Operation Pillar of Defence.
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Intentional Communities: Past, Present, and Future DirectionsNovember 15, 2012 Seattle
NICA will sponsor a free public talk on the subject “Intentional Communities: Past, Present, and Future Directions†on Thursday, Nov. 15 from 7 to 8:30pm at the East West Bookshop (6500 Roosevelt NE) in Seattle.
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ReBuilding Bridges ConferenceNovember 15, 2012 to November 18, 2012 Toronto, ON
Rebuilding Bridges is a convergence of community organizers, educators, radicals and activists from across different social movements, intent on engaging in conversations and discussions about our political work.
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Book Launch: The Rise and Fall of the Welfare StateNovember 16, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Whither welfare? In an age of government-imposed austerity, and after 30 years of neo-liberal restructuring, the future of the welfare state looks increasingly uncertain. The Rise and Fall of the Welfare State points to an alternative way forward for the trade union movement based on concrete
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Media Democracy ConferenceNovember 16, 2012 to November 18, 2012 Ottawa, ON
This conference is intended for media makers, activists and others who are interested in learning more about alternative media and developing some reporting skills. It will address different issues with the media as well as providing training for media making.
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Exhibition: Memories of ResistanceNovember 16, 2012 to November 27, 2012 Toronto, ON
A display of social justice materials from the CONNEXIONS ARCHIVE.
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Collecting Loss: Weaving Threads of MemoryNovember 16, 2012 to November 30, 2012 Toronto, ON
Collecting Loss: Weaving Threads of Memory is a community-based art project, which began with:
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Canzine VancouverNovember 17, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Check out Canzine Vancouver featuring over 50 of Vancouver and B.C.'s best zines and underground publications! Plus a participatory drawing show with curators Alex Stursberg and Brennan Kelly.
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GTWA Coffeehouse: Unpacking SolidarityNovember 17, 2012 Toronto, ON
On November 17 (7pm), we will return to our old stomping grounds of the Regal Beagle to have an open-ended discussion of the meaning of solidarity in general, within the context of a discussion of the Solidarity Platform, a living document, ratified as GTWA policy in early 2012.
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Ontario Health Coalition Assembly and ConferenceNovember 17, 2012 to November 18, 2012 Toronto, ON
Protecting Health Care In the Face of Austerity Nov 17th - Nov 18th, in the Music Room, Hart House, University of Toronto
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The Art of Politics and the Personal: Looking at the Paintings of Frida Kahlo and Diego RiveraNovember 18, 2012 Toronto, ON
We are immersed in a global culture that responds to the same imperatives as all other aspects of the neo-liberal economy. Cultural production is for profit, measured in sheer numbers: the size of the audience; attendance, circulation and sales figures; YouTube hits and demographics; and, of course,
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Film Screening: The End of Immigration?November 19, 2012 Ottawa, ON
In Canada, when we think of "temporary workers," the image that comes to mind are the seasonal agricultural workers who have been toiling in our fields for the past 40 years, or the live-in nannies and maids from the Philippines. But these days, temporary foreign workers are found in all sectors:
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Author talk: Jamie Swift on "Warrior Nation: Rebranding Canada in an Age of Anxiety"November 20, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
Warrior Nation: Rebranding Canada in an Age of Anxiety by Ian McKay and Jamie Swift provides a critical perspective on both Canada's growing effort to portray itself as a militaristic Warrior Nation and its exploitation of history in achieving this end.
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Author Talk: Jamie Swift on Warrior Nation: Rebranding Canada in an Age of AnxietyNovember 21, 2012 Regina, MB
Warrior Nation: Rebranding Canada in an Age of Anxiety by Ian McKay and Jamie Swift provides a critical perspective on both Canada's growing effort to portray itself as a militaristic Warrior Nation and its exploitation of history in achieving this end. Join Jamie Swift in conversation about this
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Dialogue and Debate on the Role of Canadian Development NGOsNovember 21, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Few institutions embody the image of Canada's international benevolence like non-governmental organizations devoted to development abroad. But do the actions of Canadian NGOs match this perception?
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Author Talk: Jamie Swift on Warrior Nation: Rebranding Canada in an Age of AnxietyNovember 22, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Warrior Nation: Rebranding Canada in an Age of Anxiety by Ian McKay and Jamie Swift provides a critical perspective on both Canada's growing effort to portray itself as a militaristic Warrior Nation and its exploitation of history in achieving this end. Join Jamie Swift in conversation about this
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Film Screening and Director Q&A: A Bitter Taste of FreedomNovember 22, 2012 Toronto, ON
In honour of those who have been harassed, threatened, tortured, intimidated, jailed and worse for exercising their basic human right to free expression, Canadian Journalists for Free Expression (CJFE) will screen a documentary film about the life and career of murdered Russian journalist Anna
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Is that an archive in your basement... or are you just hoarding?November 24, 2012 Toronto, ON
CONNEXIONS invites you to an open house and networking event for amateur archivists, keepers of the radical past, and friends and supporters of grassroots archives, independent libraries, and people's history. Bring your stories, ideas, and examples of grassroots and radical history.
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Videa Fair Trade FairNovember 24, 2012 Victoria, BC
Victorians once again have the opportunity for one-stop shopping that you can feel good about this holiday season! VIDEA's annual Fair Trade Fair features vendors with products made in an ethical manner, allowing shoppers to feel confident that their gift-giving supports families, the environment
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Preservation as Subversion: Do grassroots archives have a future?November 27, 2012 Toronto, ON
CONNEXIONS and Beit Zatoun are sponsoring a discussion on the future of grassroots archives.
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Preservation as SubversionNovember 27, 2012 Toronto, ON
Do grassroots archives have a future?
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Bahrain: Shouting in the Dark - Film Screening and Panel DiscussionNovember 29, 2012 Toronto, ON
Bahrain: Shouting in the Dark is the award winning story of the Arab revolution that was abandoned by the Arabs, forsaken by the West and forgotten by the world.
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Trolley Cars and Steam Whistles in the ParkNovember 29, 2012 Ottawa, ON
The Workers History Museum presents Trolley Cars and Steam Whistles in the Park. An evening of music and storytelling.
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'Occupying the Economy' - featuring David BarsamianNovember 30, 2012 Vancouver, BC
The CounterCulture Speaker Series, along with the SFU Institute for the Humanities and the Media Democracy Project, is pleased to present our second event, Occupying the Economy, on Friday, November 30th.
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Mustapha Barghouti - Palestine: The Struggle For FreedomDecember 01, 2012 Toronto, ON
Dr. Barghouti will discuss Palestinian political dynamics and his perspectives on a just peace in Israel-Palestine.
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Mustapha Barghouti - Palestine: The Struggle For FreedomDecember 02, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Dr. Barghouti will discusses Palestinian political dynamics and his perspectives on a just peace in Israel-Palestine.
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Mustapha Barghouti - Palestine: The Struggle For FreedomDecember 03, 2012 Montreal, QC
Dr. Barghouti will discuss Palestinian political dynamics and his perspectives on a just peace in Israel-Palestine.
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Teacher RallyDecember 04, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Now is the time for everyone to stand up! We want all of you!!!
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Defending Human Rights in MexicoDecember 04, 2012 Toronto, ON
A View from the Ground
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Book launch: Speaking UpDecember 05, 2012 Toronto, ON
"Speaking Up" presents a wide overview of the history of the relationship between language and politics in Canada and Quebec from 1539 to the present. A fascinating history of sound and fury, debates and struggles, tensions, but also of appeasement, Speaking Up traces the long history of the
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Palestine: Lies and Propaganda in HarperlandDecember 05, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Independent Jewish Voices invites you to a presentation
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Amnesty International presents Rights Rock 2012December 06, 2012 Vancouver, BC
In celebration of International Human Rights Day, Amnesty International is proud to present RightsRock 2012, a concert to help raise public awareness of human rights issues around the world.
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Day of DissentDecember 07, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Dissent is an indispensable component of a free and democratic society. Yet, across the globe the right to engage in dissent is increasingly threatened. Join us on Friday, December 7th - the 64th anniversary of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights - as we examine the extent to which the right
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Telling Our Story: A fundraiser for U.S. war resisters and their ongoing struggleDecember 07, 2012 Toronto, ON
With a special reading by author Noah Richler; Common Thread Community Choir; a sneak preview of the new film Peace Has No Borders by filmmakers Denis Mueller and Deb Ellis; and a panel of U.S. Iraq War Resisters
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Write for RightsDecember 08, 2012 Vancouver, BC
Come celebrate Human Rights Day with Amnesty International on December 8th, 2012 from 12-8pm in the Alma Van Dusen and Peter Kaye room at the Central Branch of the Vancouver Public Library (350 W. Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC) with our annual Write For Rights event.
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Ontario Common Front General AssemblyDecember 08, 2012 Toronto, ON
You are invited to the Ontario Common Front (OCF) General Assembly.
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International Human Rights DayDecember 09, 2012 Toronto, ON
Occupation, Militarization, Political Prisoners, Apartheid: Joint celebration of International Human Rights Day
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Sounds of Solidarity Rally at Toronto Immigration Holding CentreDecember 09, 2012 Toronto, ON
join us from across Southern Ontarion for a family friendly demonstration outside the Toronto immigration detention centre in solidarity with security certificate detainees Mohammad Mahjoub, Mohamed Harkat and Mahmoud Jaballah and all those locked up in immigration detention.
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Bring Your Boomers # 3: Power and Energy Connecting the DotsDecember 11, 2012 Vancouver, BC
In collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and Leadnow.ca, 'Power and Energy: Connecting the Dots' explores BC’s emerging carbon corridor and the provincial policies needed to change course towards a green economy, just society and a healthy new era.
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Bring Your Boomers # 3: Power and Energy Connecting the DotsDecember 11, 2012 Vancouver, BC
In collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and Leadnow.ca, 'Power and Energy: Connecting the Dots' explores BC’s emerging carbon corridor and the provincial policies needed to change course towards a green economy, just society and a healthy new era.
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Sleep-Out at Glen Murray's OfficeDecember 13, 2012 Toronto, ON
Stop the Cut to Community Start-Up
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Sex, drugs and Olympic gold!December 14, 2012 Toronto, ON
You are invited to Helen Lenskyj's book launch: Gender Politics and the Olympic Industry
Fully accessible. Lights refreshments and cash bar available.
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Idle No More: Mission and Plan of ActionDecember 21, 2012 Ottawa, ON
Idle No More calls on all people to join in a revolution which honors and fulfills Indigenous sovereignty which protects the land and water. Colonization continues through attacks to Indigenous rights and damage to the land and water. We must repair these violations, live the spirit and intent of
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Aamjiwnaang First Nation continues blockade of CN Rail, Mayor of Sarnia and city police ask for meetingDecember 23, 2012 Sarnia, ON
Citizens of Aamjiwnaang First Nation continue a blockade of CN rail, in support of the Idle No More movement. The Mayor of Sarnia and city police have asked for a meeting to present an offer to the end of the blockade. Band members are indicating they will continue the blockade until Chief Teresa
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