The Activist Agenda (Edmonton) is released on Thursday so you can see what might fit into your busy weekend. This list is constantly being updated so I suggest that you check throughout the week for any updated actions/information/changes.
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- May 8th, Thursday – Counter Protest: Alberta’s March for Life
- May 10th, Saturday – Stand for Safe Streets and Local Autonomy
- May 10th, Saturday – Enough Is Enough UCP
- May 11th, Sunday – Mother’s Day for Palestine: Human Presence
- May 11th, Sunday – People’s University Anniversary
- May 13th, 14th, and 15th – 3 Days at the Ledge
- May 13th, Tuesday – Albertans Against Fascism
- May 14th, Wednesday – Breaking Through the Chaos: Climate Action That Wins Now
- May 20th, Tuesday – Film Screening: “The Encampments”
- May 21st, Wednesday – Scotia Bank Funds Genocide
- May 24th, Saturday – Palestine Solidarity Day
- June 7th, Saturday – Good Note Spring Festival
- June 14th, Satruday – No Kings
Videos of the Week
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May 8th, Thursday – Counter Protest: Alberta’s March for Life:
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Violet King Henry Plaza, 10801 – 99th Avenue
May 10th, Saturday – Stand for Safe Streets and Local Autonomy: “This Saturday morning (May 10th) we are going to do a quick 20 minute training (Rolling training sessions every twenty minutes from 9:30-12:00), and then get out into the community! Over the next two weeks, we are going to dispatch to spots around the city (farmers markets, festivals, patios.
Will you come and bring a friend?
If you RSVP, coffee and light breakfast will be provided! Streeters material will be provided. Bring a coffee mug and a plate/bowl to minimize dishes!”
Time: starting at 9:30 am
Location: Abby Road Housing Cooperative 10950 82nd Avenue
RSVP: Google Doc
May 10th, Saturday – Enough Is Enough UCP: rally with music, speakers, and you. We stand in solidarity against the path the UCP government is set upon travelling.
Time: 1 pm
Location: Alberta Legislature Building, north steps, 10800 – 97th Avenue
Facebook: Enough Is Enough UCP Rally
May 11th, Sunday – Mother’s Day for Palestine: Human Presence: All mothers want to protect their children. At the moment, mothers, children, husbands, etc are being slaughtered in Gaza. Our common humanity demands that we show up for compassion, respect, and community.
Time: 1 pm
Location: Pride Corner, 104th and Whyte (82nd) Avenue
May 11th, Sunday – People’s University Anniversary:
See poster for details and program
Location: Main Quad, UNiversity of Alberta
May 13th, Tuesday – Albertans Against Fascism: Food Not Bombs (FNB) is going to be hosting a protest at Conway Farrell Park on May 13th at 4:30 PM PM. The purpose of the protest is to draw attention to the dangerous, fascist policies of the UCP government and encourage people to participate in acting against the UCP in what ways they can. The protest will feature the MC teaching chants to the crowd as well as a series of speakers. Come out, bring your signs, and be loud!
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: conway farrell park, 11704 114 Ave
Facebook: Food Not Bombs
May 13th, 14th, and 15th – 3 Days at the Ledge: “Each day has a different theme: May 13, we will be speaking about the province’s disastrous plans to defund and privatize healthcare and education; May 14, we will be speaking out on our concern about the province’s plan to expand coal mining and it’s devastating effects on the Eastern Slopes; and May 15 we will be speaking about transparency, inclusion and equality, representing marginalized groups such as the LGBTQ+, disabled, and Indigenous communities.”
Time: 12 pm to 3 pm
Location: Legislature Grounds
May 14th, Wednesday – Breaking Through the Chaos: Climate Action That Wins Now: “Federal action has never been the only tool in our shared climate action toolkit. Right now, we are not spinning our wheels, trying to guess the next moves of certain erratic leaders, or “waiting and seeing” until after the next election. Stand.earth is doubling down on strategies we know work – and a few new ideas that are already gaining traction.
Join Stand.earth Executive Director Todd Paglia, and Senior Campaigns Directors Liz McDowell and Shayda Edwards Naficy to hear why litigation, corporate campaigns, and local policy are the next big plays to fight climate change. We’ll share case studies of recent wins from each strategy – including stories, stats, and photos – and give you a sneak peek at what’s next in the Stand playbook.”
Time: 2 pm MT
Location: Online – Zoom
Register: Stand.Earth
May 15th, Thursday – Treaty Nations and Rights Holder’s: A peaceful demonstration on Alberta Separation.
Time: see poster
Location: see poster
Facebook: Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations
May 20th, Tuesday – Film Screening: “The Encampments”: “Students flooded Columbia University’s lawn to create the Gaza Solidarity Encampment in order to pressure their university to divest from the US and Israeli weapons companies. THE ENCAMPMENTS follows the central organizers of the encampment as they are thrust into the spotlight, face violent police repression and suspension, congressional pressure, and a media firestorm, all while fighting to attain their goal of divestment at any cost.”
There are also screenings on May 22nd at 9:15pm and May 24th at 3:30 pm
Time: 7 pm
location: Metro Cinema, 8712 109 Street
Buy Tickets/More Information: Metro Cinema
May 21st, Wednesday – Scotia Bank Funds Genocide:”Join us on Wednesday May 21st @ 5PM PT | 8PM ET | 9PM AT for a campaign briefing and action launch.
As a major shareholder in Elbit Systems, Israel’s biggest arms company, Scotiabank directly funds the genocide of Palestinians.
On May 21, we’ll reveal breaking news about Scotiabank’s latest investments in Elbit, give a campaign briefing with updates from No Arms in the Arts on recent wins (including forcing Scotiabank out of the Giller Prize), and announce a new phase of divestment action.
Speakers include:
• Tarek Loubani (@trklou) Canadian emergency physician and medical aid organizer in Gaza
• Jody Chan (@jodyr.chan), poet and organizer with No Arms in the Arts and @wawog_to
• Rachel Small, organizer with @worldbeyondwarcanada“
Time: 8 pm
Location: Online
Register: World Beyond War
May 24th, Saturday – Palestine Solidarity Day: “Join us for Palestine Solidarity Day!
Come out for:
💡 Nakba Info Sessions
📚 Palestine 101 Workshops
🪡 Tatreez (Embroidery) Workshop
🕺 Baladna Group folkloric Dabke
🛍 Local Vendors
🌯 Food Trucks
A day of learning, unity, and culture. Bring your friends and your flags and your Kufieh ❤️🇵🇸”
Time: 12 TO 8 PM
Location: Churchill Square, 102nd Avenue and 99th Street
Instagram: Canadian Palestine Cultural Association
June 7th, Saturday – Good Note Spring Festival: “The Good Note Spring Festival Continues! This year’s family friendly festival will include a community potluck, workshops, vendors, and a variety show with diverse acts spanning music, art, and poetry and more!
This year’s festival is also a fundraiser for our friends at Earth’s Refillery Co-op! The former store, Earth’s General Store, had to close their doors in September 2024 after over 30 years. Now they’re back, with a new name and vision for a cooperative cafe & refillery!”
[A little self serving post. I am also one of the coop worker owners of Earth’s Refillery Coop. If you wish to provide financial support for Earth’s Refillery Coop you can find information on our fundraising page. and/or become a member.- Michael]
Time: 3 pm
Location: Good Note Community Farm, 22255 Township Road 510, Leduc County
Facebook: Good Note Community Farm
June 14th, Satruday – No Kings: There are many American citizens and former American citizens living in Canada. They can host their own local No Kings rally/event wherever they now live.
PS – I also think that Canada should dump our monarch.
URL for more information: No Kings Indivisible or Mobilize.US
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