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 11th to August 18th – Plan for Alberta Parks Survey
• 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 13th, Saturday – Food Rescue Fun Fair
• July 14th, Sunday – Edmonton March for Gaza
• July 16th, Tuesday – Where Olive Trees Weep Film Screening
• July 19th, Friday – Weekly Climate Strike
• June 20th, Saturday – Weekly Ceasefire Now event at the Market
• July 21st, Sunday – March for Gaza
• July 23rd, Tuesday – Leadnow’s Housing Campaign Launch
• July 25th, Thursday – Billionaire’s Block Party
• August 31st, Saturday – Edmonton VegFest

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July 11th 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 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 13th, Saturday – Food Rescue Fun Fair: “Come one, come all to the Leftovers Food Rescue Fun Fair! 
Enjoy a fun afternoon out with the family while helping us to raise funds to support the continuation of our Rescue Food program right here in Edmonton. 
Play some carnival games, enjoy some carnival eats, and enter our prize raffle for the opportunity to win some amazing prizes!
★ Carnival games (**Win Prizes!!**)
★ BBQ lunch
★ Carnival Popcorn
★ Photo booth
★ Entertainment
★ Colouring station
★ Raffle
Time: 12 pm to 4pm
Location: Rundle Family Centre, 2903 113 Avenue Northwes
Tickets: Leftovers

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

July 19th, 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 20th, 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 21st, Sunday – March for Gaza: “EDMONTON #YEG – ALL OUT FOR GAZA
NO BUSINESS AS USUAL
IT’S BEEN 41 WEEKS OF GENOCIDE!
WE DEMAND CANADA IMPOSE AN IMMEDIATE TWO WAY ARMS EMBARGO AND SANCTIONS.
STOP ARMING ISRAEL!
END CANADIAN COMPLICITY!
#StopArmingIsrael
#EndGenocide
#FreePalestine
Time: Meet at 2pm, Prayer at 2:10pm, Speeches at 2:20pm, March at 2:30pm
Location: Violet King Henry Plaza, 10801 – 88th Avenue
Instagram: Edmonton 4 Palestine

July 23rd, Tuesday – Leadnow’s Housing Campaign Launch: “We’re in a housing crisis. Decades of government inaction have left housing to the whims of wealthy and powerful investors and landlords, who have exploited market conditions to increase rents and drive speculation, leading to skyrocketing home and rental prices.
To challenge the status quo, it’s going to take thousands of us coming together to build the political power we need to push politicians for solutions that put people, not profits, first.
This summer, we will gather in cities and towns across the country to discuss the housing crisis, its root causes, and what solutions we can fight for together. We’ll discuss drivers of extreme rent increases and housing insecurity, and share our challenges and our hopes for the future.
Alongside our neighbours and community members, we’ll build a shared vision of housing justice and shape the strategy for a national campaign to force the federal government to take decisive action.”
Time: 5pm – 6pm
Location: Zoom
Register: LeadNow

July 25th, Thursday – Billionaire’s Block Party: “Been struggling with soaring food costs? Sky-rocketing utilities? Unprecedented heat?
Huh! Weird! 
Well, in definitely unrelated news,* the CEOs and shareholders who directly profit from food price gouging and the climate crisis have had a banner year of record profits!
The PR teams of Big Oil and Big Grocery* are throwing the Billionaire Block Party party to celebrate. Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly evening of games, food, and corporate greed.”
Time: 6 – 9pm 
Location: Kitchener Park, 10230 114 St NW
More Information: Common Horizon Edmonton

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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