Things slow down a bit during the summer in the Edmonton activism space – which is odd since in many places summer is a time that people get out onto the streets a lot more.

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 4th to August 18th – Plan for Alberta Parks Survey
• July 4th, Thursday – Election in the UK
• July 5th, Friday – From Massacres to Genocide
• July 5th, Friday – Weekly Climate Strike
• June 6th, Saturday – Weekly Ceasefire Now event at the Market
• July 7th, Sunday – All Out for Gaza
• July 8th, Monday – Emergency Rally for Ukraine
• July 9th, Tuesday – Picket – Anti-NATO
• July 10th, Wednesday – Strengthening Voices for a Just Transition
• July 10th, Wednesday – Tie Dye with CJE
• July 11th, Thursday – The Right to be Cool Campaign Launch
• July 12th, Friday – Weekly Climate Strike
• June 13th, Saturday – Weekly Ceasefire Now event at the Market
• July 13th, Saturday – Food as Liberation Part 1
• July 14th, Sunday – Edmonton March for Gaza
• July 16th, Tuesday – Where Olive Trees Weep Film Screening
• August 31st, Saturday – Edmonton VegFest

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July 4th 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

July 4th, Thursday – Election in the UK: Why does this matter to us here in Canada? A lot of decisions for investment in fossil fuels are made in London. If the government moves more left (more socially and environmentally elected politicians) it will send a message to other countries.
Right now, in Canada, the Conservatives are lined up (according to the polls) to win the next federal election. We have a job to do. We need to ensure that the Conservative, capitalistic, and neo-liberal mindset does not get that chance. We can see what it has done in the UK over 14 years and the consequences of a Republican/Trump win in the USA is extremely scary. We can see what the cost of having a uber-Conversative party in Alberta led by libertarians has on the social fabric of our communities, public healthcare, pensions, etc.
I want to see more Liberal-Democrats and Greens win in the UK and that they hold the balance of decisions and that will allow more social and environmental decisions being made.

July 5th, 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

July 5th, Friday – From Massacres to Genocide: Uyghur protest against genocide
Time: 3:30pm
Location: Violet King Henry Plaza, Alberta Legislature, 10801 – 99th Avenue
Instagram: Alberta Uyghur Cultural Society

July 6th, 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

July 7th, Sunday – All Out for Gaza:
NO BUSINESS AS USUAL
We REFUSE to remain silent while genocide is unfolding.
END THE GENOCIDE NOW
STOP ARMING ISRAEL
END CANADIAN COMPLICITY
Time: 2pm
Location: Tipton Park, 10849 – 81st Avenue
Instagram: Free Palestine YEG

July 8th, Monday – Emergency Rally for Ukraine: “We have all seen the heartbreaking news about the horrific attack on the Okhmatdyt Children’s hospital in Kyiv, the bloodied faces of innocent children, and endless destruction. At the moment, the number of dead has risen to 22, and the number of injured, to 90. Two children have been killed.
We can’t stand aside, so we will be holding an important emergency rally in Edmonton TONIGHT. Please join us at 6:00 pm at the Legislature Grounds and share this! We can’t stop reminding the world what the terrorist country is capable of. Russia must be severely punished for every tear, and for every drop of Ukrainian blood spilled. #RussiaIsATerroristState
Time: 6 pm
Location: Alberta Legislature (I assume this is at the Violet King Henry Plaza, 10801 – 99th Avenue)
Instagram: Ukrainian National Youth Federation – UNYF EDMONTON

July 9th, Tuesday – Picket – Anti-NATO: We picket to oppose the visit of NATO Secretary-General Stoltenberg to Canada and to declare him persona non grata, ECAWAR is holding a picket on the first day of the annual NATO Summit, which is taking place in Washington from July 9 – 11 this year.
The NATO Washington Summit will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of this aggressive military alliance on April 4, 1949 by twelve countries including Canada.NATO has now been expanded to thirty-two countries, and includes on its agenda this year the admission of Ukraine.
On July 9 we will express our militant opposition to the militarization of Canada including growing war budgets, and Canada’s participation in U.S./NATO wars of aggression and war preparations. Along with NORAD, NATO integrates Canada into the U.S. war economy and strategy to wage endless wars for global hegemony. While a foreign monarch King Charles III is said to be Commander in Chief of the Canadian Armed Forces, our membership in NATO and NORAD brings Canadian forces under the command of the president of the United States. As if Canadians would ever agree to putting a foreign monarch, let alone Genocide Joe or Donald Trump in charge of Canada’s armed forces! All of this violates our right as Canadians to deliberate and decide all matters of war and peace.
Time: 4:00-5:30 pm
Location: North end of the High Level Bridge, (East side of 109 street)

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 10th, Wednesday – Tie Dye with CJE: We are celebrating summer with a bring your own t-shirt tie-dye night on July 10! Breath life into a stale shirt, a thrifted find, or some corporate swag with us.
We will have tie dye stations and a potluck. All you need is a tee! This is a family friendly event. Tipton Park is just south of the Garsconastrasse bike lane, well connected to transit, and yes, it even has parking. Hope to see you there!
Time: 5 pm to 8:30 pm
Location: Tipton Park, 10849 – 81st Avenue

July 11th, Thursday – The Right to be Cool Campaign Launch: “You are invited to join us as we launch our “Right to be Cool” Campaign with a Press Conference where we will share the survey highlights and have speakers sharing their own experiences with extreme heat!”
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Edmonton City Hall, 102a Avenue and 99th Street
Instagram: Climate Justice Edmonton

July 12th, 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

July 13th, 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

July 13th, Saturday – Food as Liberation Part 1: A series of gatherings around food. Learn about cuisines from Palestine, Sudan, East Turkestan, and Cree First Nations.
Time: 11 am – 3 pm
Location: provided after registration
Registration: Sisters-Dialogue

July 14th, Sunday – Edmonton March for Gaza: “NO BUSINESS AS USUAL
We REFUSE to remain silent while genocide is unfolding.
END THE GENOCIDE NOW
STOP ARMING ISRAEL
END CANADIAN COMPLICITY”
Time: 2 pm
Location: Violet King Henry Plaza, 10801 – 88th Avenue
Instagram: The Palestine Booth YEG

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: 6:30 pm start – doors open at 5:45pm
Location: Metro Cinema, 8712 109 Street
Tickets: Metro Cinema
Trailer: Where Olive Trees Weep

August 31st, Saturday – Edmonton VegFest: “Join us for our annual family friendly, all vegan event! Enjoy a variety of veg friendly vendors, door prizes, speakers, kids area, entertainment by the incredible DJ Jonny Infamous, and so much more! Admission is free, but donations are welcomed and appreciated!”
Volunteers are needed so if you would like to help out contact them.
Time: 11 am – 7 pm
Location: Athlone Community Hall, 13010  – 129 Street
Facebook: VegFest 2024

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