Happy Solstice!

The Activist Agenda (Edmonton) is released on Thursday so you can see what might fit into your weekend. This list is constantly being updated so I do suggest that you check throughout the week for any updated actions. Visit Activist Agenda to see the latest version.

• June – Pride Month
• June – Bike Month
• June – Indigenous Peoples History Month

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• June 20th – Solstice
• June 20th, Thursday – National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration
• June 21st, Friday – National Indigenous Peoples Day
• June 21st, Friday – Urban Forestry Conference
• June 21st, Friday – Show Your Stripes Day
• June 21st, Friday – Weekly Climate Strike
• June 22nd, Saturday – Weekly Ceasefire Now event at the Market
• June 22nd, Saturday – National Die-In and March
• June 22nd and 23rd – Revolution in the 21st Century
• June 22nd, Saturday – Bike Edmonton Moving Day Volunteers Needed
• June 23rd, Sunday – Missing and Murdered Indigenous Men and Boys (MMIMB)
• June 23rd, Sunday – Global Vigil for Regan Russell
• June 23rd, Sunday – Organizing Meeting: Parents for Palestine YEG
• June 23rd, Sunday – Picnic in the Park with EYFC
• June 24th, Monday – Women’s Strike
• June 25th, Tuesday – National Day of Action – Scotia Funds Genocide
• June 25-26 – “Deeping the Roots of Food Justice” Two-Day Virtual Conference!
• June 26th, Wednesday – Climate change kills. How do we fight back?
• June 26th, Wednesday – Navigating Climate Anxiety Through Intergenerational Connection
• June 26th to August 18th – Plan for Parks
• June 27th, Thursday – Green Drinks
• June 29th, Saturday – Peace and Unity Festival 2024
• June 29th, Saturday – Candlelight Vigil for Taryn Desjarlais
• July 10th, Wednesday – Strengthening Voices for a Just Transition
• July 16th, Tuesday – Where Olive Trees Weep Film Screening

Video of the Week

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June 2024 – Pride Month: Find all the events happening in Edmonton at the Pride Edmonton site.

June 2024 – Bike Month: The City of Edmonton’s Bike Education Team has some great rides planned throughout the city this month. And many local businesses are showing their bike love with Bike Month discounts. Find a map to all the deals right here.

June 2024 – Indigenous Peoples History Month

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June 20th, Thursday – National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration: “Enjoy Indigenous dancing, singing and food at the Alberta government’s special event for National Indigenous Peoples Day.
People in Canada celebrate National Indigenous History Month every June and recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. These are great opportunities to acknowledge Indigenous Peoples, to learn about their histories, cultures and ways of life.
Time: 11:45 am
Location: Edmonton City Centre (103 Avenue and 102 Street, next to the Delta hotel). [Bizarre location]

June 20th, Thursday – Honouring Indigenous Climate Leadership: A roundtable discussion showcasing Indigenous-led research and policy responding to climate change: “To amplify and centre Indigenous voices at the cutting-edge of climate research and policy, the Canadian Climate Institute, in partnership with the Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources, will host a roundtable discussion on June 20 with the authors of three new case studies in our Indigenous Perspectives series. These case studies showcase the work of Indigenous researchers, Knowledge Holders, water protectors, and community members and will be published on our webpage on Monday June 17, 2024.”
Time: 11 am Edmonton
Location: Zoom
Register: Canadian Climate Institute

June 21st, Friday – National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21st, Friday – Weekly Climate Strike: A weekly reminder to Edmontonians that we are in a Climate Emergency.
Extra signs will be available for people to use – or bring your own.
Time: 8 am to 9 am
Location: 109th street and 88th Avenue
Facebook: Edmonton Climate Strike
Hashtags: #ClimateStrike #FridaysForFuture #ClimateStrikeYEG #FridaysForFutureYEG

June 21st, Friday – Urban Forestry Conference: “Spoke n’ Loam showcases voices and emerging ideas within the urban forestry, arborist, nursery, gardening, and conservation communities.
Join us for a day of learning, community, and engagement as we explore the world of urban trees. Whether you’re an industry professional or a tree-lover, Spoke n’ Loam will expand the scope of your knowledge.”
Time: 9:15 am – 5pm
Location: Backstage Theatre, Arts Barn
Register: Spoke n’ Loan

June 21st, Friday – Show Your Stripes Day: “June 21, 2024 is the seventh annual “Show Your Stripes Day – an event dedicated to growing global awareness about human-caused climate change, its cascading impacts to our health and our homes, and what we as a society can do to ensure a sustainable future for the people and places we love.”
If you live somewhere else you can select your city and it will generate the stripes for your location.
We are going to try and have a ‘Show Your Stripes’ at the weekly Climate Strike
Location: Wherever you are at. Post it on your social media.
Website: Show Your Stripes

June 22nd, Saturday – Weekly Ceasefire Now event at the Market: “We will stand together in solidarity with people around the world calling for an immediate Ceasefire Now in all conflict zones and all parties work towards a just, respectful, and long-lasting peace.”
Time: 11:00am
Location: Old Strathcona Farmer’s Market, 10310 – 83rd Avenue.

June 22nd and 23rd – Revolution in the 21st Century: A 2-day online conference to co-design the revolution.
Time: unsure
Location: online
Register: Revolution for the 21st Century

June 22nd, Saturday – National Die-In and March: “Send a clear message there will be no business as usual. We will not stay silent while genocide is unfolding.
‼️Healthcare workers come dressed in your healthcare attire‼️”
Time: 1:30pm
Location: Tipton Park, 10849 – 81st Avenue (there is a problem with available parking in this area. Please do not try to park in the parking lot. This is needed for the vehicles of organizers, sound equipment, etc).
Instagram: The Palestinian Booth YEG
Twitter: Fatima

June 22nd, Saturday – Bike Edmonton Moving Day Volunteers Needed: “Lend a hand with the south closure and downtown setup.
Want to wrangle bikes, spin a spanner, lay down floor and much, much more? We could sure use your help moving from the south shop and preparing the annex space downtown! Have a look at planned work sessions here. You don’t need to be a current shop volunteer to help out, just sign up with your name and email through the above link (at the bottom of that page) and we’ll make sure you are included on our email updates.”
Time:
Location: Bike Edmonton South Side Shop, 8001-102 Street
More Information: Bike Edmonton – click on the Background and Plan Overview

June 23rd, Sunday – Missing and Murdered Indigenous Men and Boys (MMIMB) Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives: It is not just Indigenous women and girls that have been grossly disproportionally murdered and gone missing in our society but also Indigenous men, boys, and two-spirit persons.
This is a crime against humanity and our stated ideals as a society. This is discrimination/racism.
Time: you will need to join the Facebook page for details
Location: Alberta Legislation
Facebook: MMIMB Awareness Walk

June 23rd, Sunday – Global Vigil for Regan Russell: “Regan Russell, 65, was violently struck and killed by a pig transport truck in front of Sofina’s Fearmans slaughterhouse on Friday, June 19, 2020. She was at a Toronto Pig Save vigil with six other activists giving pigs water on one of the hottest days of the year. She regularly attended pig vigils and on this particular day, Regan was there to oppose Ontario’s “ag-gag” Bill 156, which had passed two days prior.”
Time: 12 pm – 3 pm
Location: Fairmont Hotel MacDonald, 10065 100 St NW
Facebook: Global Vigil for Regan Russell

June 23rd, Sunday – Organizing Meeting: Parents for Palestine YEG: “If you are a parent, caregiver or educator, and are interested in organizing with us, please join us at a planning meeting this Sunday, June 23rd.
Time: 10 am to 11 am
Location: Mokha Coffee House (5344 Admiral Girouard Street)
Contact: Please send along an RSVP to parents4palestineyeg@gmail.com

June 23rd, Sunday – Picnic in the Park with EYFC: “Join us on Sunday for a picnic in the park! 🌿🌷” This is a potluck picnic.
Time: 4 pm
Location: Emily Murphy Park
Instagram: Edmonton Youth for Climate

June 24th, Monday – Women’s Strike: “Women’s Strike Declaring International Solidarity in Autonomy
Rally Announcement – Women and all allies invited to strike and gather June 24th in solidarity
This rally is poised to fight for reproductive freedom for all – regardless of your sex, gender or sexuality. No one should be able to control your reproductive freedom except for YOU. EVERYONE is invited, please bring your signs and wave them proudly.
On the second anniversary of America overturning Roe v Wade (securing the right to choose), we will be standing by at the request of our American Sisters for International Action.
You are cordially invited to join nationwide in strike and congregation June 24th.”
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
Location: Violet King Henry Plaza, Alberta Legislature, 10801 – 99th Avenue
Facebook event page: YEG Edmonton – Nationwide Women’s Strike

June 25th, Tuesday – National Day of Action – Scotia Funds Genocide: I don’t have the details yet for any action for Edmonton yet. Stay tuned.
Website: Scotia Bank Funds Genocide

June 25-26 – “Deeping the Roots of Food Justice” Two-Day Virtual Conference!: “Are you passionate about food justice and sustainability? Do you want to be part of a movement to strengthen collaboration, foster innovation, and empower young leaders in the prairie provinces? Then mark your calendars and join us for this virtual two-day conference featuring guest speakers and panellists from across the Prairies!”
Time: see registration details on their site
Location: online
Registration: John Humphrey Centre

June 26th, Wednesday – Climate change kills. How do we fight back?: “As we approach the third anniversary of the deadly 2021 Heat Dome, join the 350 Canada team for an important online action call.
We will begin with a national premiere of our new “Heat Pumps Save Lives” mini-documentary that looks back at the 2021 Heat Dome and showcases the story of a community that acted decisively in time to save lives. 
Then, we will hear from Seth Klein, author of A Good War: Mobilizing Canada for the Climate Emergency about imagining the new institutions that are needed to tackle the climate crisis.”
Time: 5pm MT 
Location: Online
Register: 350.Org Canada

June 26th to August 18th – Plan for Parks: “The Government of Alberta is gathering input to develop a new Plan for Parks to ensure their long-term sustainability.
Albertans take tremendous pride in our provincial parks and recreation areas. This new strategic plan for the provincial parks system will reflect input from Albertans.  
The Government of Alberta remains focused on creating nature-based recreation and camping opportunities, building trails and facilities and ensuring the long-term success of the parks system in an environmentally responsible way. 
In 1930, the Provincial Parks and Protected Areas Act was enacted, leading to the establishment of Alberta’s first provincial parks. Today, provincial parks and recreation areas are established and administered through the Provincial Parks Act.
By sharing your input, you will help shape how future generations interact with and enjoy Alberta’s parks.”
Survey URL: Alberta Parks

June 26th, Wednesday – Navigating Climate Anxiety Through Intergenerational Connection: “Attend an interactive workshop about how intergenerational engagement, from Generation Alpha to the Silent Generation, can help you navigate your anxiety around climate change.
Join CoGenerate, Climate Mental Health Network and Third Act for an interactive workshop about how intergenerational engagement, from Generation Alpha to the Silent Generation, can help you navigate your anxiety around climate change. You will hear from a panel of speakers and participate in activities designed to help you connect with people across ages in your own life.”
Time: 5 pm MT
Location: Virtual
Register: Third Act

June 27th, Thursday – Green Drinks: Activism can lead to isolation and burnout. Sometimes you need to just connect with a larger community. Something like Green Drinks could help.
“An informal networking event for local green folks of all shapes and sizes.  Green Drinks Edmonton was a highly popular event run by The Local Good for a decade and a half Pre-COVID.  Now in our new venue at the Bentstick Brewery, and with a new organizing team, we look forward to many more years of generating connections for sustainability.”
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 09:00 p.m.
location: Bentstick Brewery, 9926 78 Avenue
Registration: Institute for Contemplative Ecology
Cost: 10$

June 28th, Friday – Weekly Climate Strike: A weekly reminder to Edmontonians that we are in a Climate Emergency.
Extra signs will be available for people to use – or bring your own.
Time: 8 am to 9 am
Location: 109th street and 88th Avenue
Facebook: Edmonton Climate Strike
Hashtags: #ClimateStrike #FridaysForFuture #ClimateStrikeYEG #FridaysForFutureYEG

June 29th, Saturday – Candlelight Vigil for Taryn Desjarlais:
Time: 8pm – 11pm
Location Sir Winston Churchill Square, 102nd Avenue and 99th Street
Hashtags: #NoMoreStolenSisters #JusticeForTaryn #MMIW

June 29th, Saturday – Weekly Ceasefire Now event at the Market: “We will stand together in solidarity with people around the world calling for an immediate Ceasefire Now in all conflict zones and all parties work towards a just, respectful, and long-lasting peace.”
Time: 11:00am
Location: Old Strathcona Farmer’s Market, 10310 – 83rd Avenue.

June 29th, Saturday – Peace and Unity Festival 2024: “The Peace and Unity Festival is a free and family-friendly celebration that brings together Edmonton’s beautiful and diverse cultural communities through the arts. The festival will transform a little corner of #YEG into a carousing, creative, and affirming celebration for everyone, and all are invited!”
Hosted by The John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights (JHC).
Time: 11 AM – 11 PM (this is a very long program)
Location: Westridge Wolf Willow Community Centre, 505 Wolf Willow Road NW
Facebook: Peace and Unity Festival 2024

July 10th, Wednesday – Strengthening Voices for a Just Transition: “This dialogue intends to create a space for an exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives on renewable energy, housing, food security, health, climate change and its impacts in Edmonton and surrounding region, and visions for justice going forward. This event is being supported by Climate Justice Edmonton and Indigenous Climate Action.
The day will include guest speakers and roundtable discussions in the morning and visioning exercises and group discussion in the afternoon. Lunch and snacks provided.”
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Norquest College, Room: SCFL 3-081 (third floor)
Register: Kairos Canada

July 16th, Tuesday – Where Olive Trees Weep: “Where Olive Trees Weep offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. It explores themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice.”
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Metro Cinema, 8712 109 Street
Tickets: Metro Cinema
Trailer: Where Olive Trees Weep

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