Unofficial tentative list of organizations whose funding has been cut or ended by the Harper government, including government agencies that supported civil society groups. * *Organizations/ watchdogs whose staff have been fired, forced out, publically maligned, or who have resigned in protest: * · Canada Firearms Program (Chief Supt. Marty Cheliak, … Continue reading #Harper’s #Canada – a list of defunded organizations
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#Women, #Resistance and #Revolution – a one-day conference March 19th, 2011 #Toronto
*******PLEASE FORWARD WIDELY********* Revolution is sweeping the Arab world. In Tunisia, Bahrain, Egypt and now Libya, women are playing a central role in these movements. In so doing they are defying stereotypes and inspiring struggles all over the world by showing the possibility of genuine women's liberation. At the same time, the government of Stephen … Continue reading #Women, #Resistance and #Revolution – a one-day conference March 19th, 2011 #Toronto
FROM EGYPT TO WISCONSIN: THE FIGHT AGAINST AUSTERITY
Tuesday, March 1, 6pm Bahen Centre, room 3004 40 St. George Street The spirit of Egypt has arrived in Wisconsin, as tens of thousands of workers stand up against austerity measures and inspire a region. Join a discussion of Wisconsin's radical labour history, the current fightback and prospects for the future. --------------------------------------------------------------- International Socialists - … Continue reading FROM EGYPT TO WISCONSIN: THE FIGHT AGAINST AUSTERITY
Listserve for #Disability equipment in #Toronto
Disability author and former managing editor of Abilities magazine Lisa Bendall recently started a new Yahoo group for people with disabilities and their family members living in and around the Toronto area. The group is called Freewheels and is for anyone interested in posting or reading messages that are specifically about gently used disability-related equipment … Continue reading Listserve for #Disability equipment in #Toronto
Why Scrapping the #Toronto #Plastic Bag Tax would be a Step in the Wrong Direction
In case you haven't already heard, Rob Ford is considering an end to the plastic bag tax. I guess ending the war on car wasn't going fast enough, so he decided to end the war on poorly made plastics too. According to a recent Sun Article, "the mayor’s office had received several calls and e-mails … Continue reading Why Scrapping the #Toronto #Plastic Bag Tax would be a Step in the Wrong Direction
Redefining Apathy – Dave Meslin TEDxToronto
I wish I could show this video to every activist, social worker, and fellow citizen I know. Time to start re-thinking the way we look at important issues in our communities.
National First Nations Women’s Speakers Tour on Tar Sands in #Toronto
Wednesday, October 27, 7pm - 9pm Sidney Smith Hall, room 2118 100 St. George Street University of Toronto, St. George Campus Featured Speakers: Eriel Tchekwie Deranger is a Dene from the Athbasca Chipewyan First Nation of Northern Alberta, Canada. Eriel is currently employed with the Rainforest Action Network as the Freedom From Oil Campaigner in … Continue reading National First Nations Women’s Speakers Tour on Tar Sands in #Toronto
Malalai Joya in #Toronto
The TRUTH about CANADA's mission in AFGHANISTAN Wednesday, October 13, 2010 Doors open 6:30 p.m. | Talk begins 7:00 p.m. Trinity-St. Paul's United Church, 427 Bloor Street West | TTC: Spadina Admission: Adult - $10 Student, youth, senior - $5 Unwaged - pay what you can Former Afghan MP Malalai Joya has been described as … Continue reading Malalai Joya in #Toronto
Making My Issues Count: #Women with #Disabilities & The #Toronto Municipal #Election Event
On October 25th our new city council and mayor will be decided. The Ethno-Racial People with Disabilities Coalition of Ontario & the Toronto Women’s City Alliance are hosting a discussion for women with disabilities to talk about the upcoming election and what it means for you. Join us for a discussion about how you can … Continue reading Making My Issues Count: #Women with #Disabilities & The #Toronto Municipal #Election Event
Henderson: Mayoral candidates put accessibility issues in spotlight #voteto
http://www.thestar.com/living/disabilities/article/857373--henderson-mayoral-candidates-put-accessibility-issues-in-spotlight The bombast on the state of Toronto’s financial capital is inescapable in the final stretch of the race to rule the city. But my vote for what will make or break us as a healthy city rests on social capital.Social capital is all about our ability to live with each other, to build communities … Continue reading Henderson: Mayoral candidates put accessibility issues in spotlight #voteto
Sit Down, Fight Back 