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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• April 5th, Sunday – Repair Cafe
• April 7th, Tuesday – Thoughtful Tuesday – Into the Manosphere: Watch Party and Discussion
• April 8th, Wednesday – Here Comes the Sun: Driving a Renewable Energy Revolution
• April 8th, Wednesday – Doughnut Economics YEG Launch Workshop
• April 12th, Sunday – Spring Clothing Swap
• April 15th – 19th – Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival
• April 18th, Saturday – We Will Rebuild – Gaza Education Fundraiser
• April 25th & 26th – Edmonton Indie Bookstore Extravaganz
• April 26th, Sunday – Earth Day in Edmonton
• April 26th, Sunday – A Vested Interest Fashion Show
• May 1st, Friday – Mikael Colville-Andersen: Urbanism in Times of War & Crisis:

Videos of the Week

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April 5th, Sunday – Repair Cafe: “Bring your damaged item back from the dead at our next repair cafe 
Grab a snack or a drink and come hang out and learn a new skill!
Note: resources are limited, so there’s no guarantee that we will be able to fix your item. If you’re curious if your item is suitable to bring to the repair cafe, you can send us a message.”
Time: 11 am to 2 pm
Location: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe, 10831 – 95th Street
Facebook event page: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe

April 7th, Tuesday – Thoughtful Tuesday – Into the Manosphere: Watch Party and Discussion: Thoughtful Tuesday is a free weekly series of screenings being held at Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe. They are meant to raise community knowledge, inspire action, and discussion.
There seems to be a LOT of discussion regarding this documentary so we have decided to screen it at the cafe and facilitate a good discussion around it.
“What does it mean to be a man?
It’s a question explored in Louis Theroux’s latest documentary, Inside the Manosphere.
Netflix calls it a “no-holds barred” investigation into “a growing ultra-masculine network” – and it’s been sparking discussions since its release earlier this week.
Theroux spoke to some of the space’s most prominent figures – including UK streamer Harrison Sullivan, aka HS TikkyTokky, who is seen arguing with Theroux over claims he promotes misogynist views.
Some have called the documentary a “shocking” insight into the world of these influencers but others have accused it of failing to shed new light on the phenomenon.” )https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy57z4v2z97o)
The format is that people are invited to attend these free screenings, which will start at 7.00pm. Doors will open at 6:15pm so people can order a beverage or food from the cafe.
After the screening, we will discuss what we watched, how it affected you, and what might you do with the information and emotions you gained about this subject.
It is 91 minutes long.
Time: 7pm
Location: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe, 10831 – 95th Street
Facebook event page: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe
Eventbrite: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe

April 8th, Wednesday – Here Comes the Sun: Driving a Renewable Energy Revolution: “Seniors for Climate is proud to host a timely discussion with climate author and activist Bill McKibben. This webinar will highlight the urgent need to raise our voices, and build a stronger, more effective climate movement together.
McKibben will answer important questions, and speak about his latest book, Here Comes the Sun, exploring why renewable energy is now poised to transform the world.
The webinar will feature a keynote presentation followed by a live Q&A, and will open with an update on Seniors for Climate’s 2026 campaign, ‘Break Through the Climate Silence.’
Time: 4.30pm Edmonton
Location: Zoom
Register: SCAN

April 8th, Wednesday – Doughnut Economics YEG Launch Workshop: “Concerned about the impacts of the current economic model on people and planet?
Join a growing coalition of concerned citizens to learn about the Doughnut Economy and pathways to advance this model in Edmonton.”
Short Doughnut Economics explainer
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Location: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe, 10831 – 95th Street
Facebook: Doughnut Economics YEG

April 12th, Sunday – Spring Clothing Swap: Can’t believe it’s already almost time for another clothing swap!
It’s springtime and change is in the air… and in our wardrobe.
Bring your unworn clothing and trade it in for something new! Meet some cool people! Grab one of our spring drink menu specials (coming soon)! Participate in the circular economy! Find your new wardrobe staple!
Time: 11 am to 3 pm
Location: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe, 10831 – 95th Street
Facebook event page: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe

April 15th – 19th – Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival: “Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival (DIIFF) was first presented in Edmonton in 1992 and was the first Indigenous film Festival in Canada and the second in the world. It was founded by Indigenous filmmakers and creatives in response to the growing industry and to support Indigenous representation in film and media. The name “Dreamspeakers” was derived from a story about the first Dene filmmaker who returned home to his community in the north and struggled to talk to the Elders about his work because a word for “filmmaker” did not exist in their language. The Elders understood and called it Dreamtalking. We adapted our name from this story.”
URL: Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival

April 18th, Saturday – We Will Rebuild – Gaza Education Fundraiser: CEPAL Edmonton (Canadian Palestinian Education Exchange) is pleased to announce our major 2026 fundraiser. In 2025, we funded 2 students’ continued education through the generosity of Edmontonians.  We’ve set our goals higher for 2026! We invite you to come out, hear from the program director and several of the students in Malaysia, and learn about CEPAL’s Higher Education Access for Palestine program.The evening will also feature music by world – renowned Munshed, Khaled Mowed.
If you cannot attend the evening of April 18th, please consider using the QR code to make a donation to this essential project.
Time: 6.30 pm (doors at 6pm)
Location: Canada Palestine Cultural Association Centre, 13312-142 Street
Register: Canada Helps

April 25th & 26th – Edmonton Indie Bookstore Extravaganza: “Bookmark this weekend as in SAVE THE DATE Y’ALL! It’s baaaack: the third annual Edmonton Indie Bookstore Extravaganza, happening on the weekend of Canadian Independent Bookstore Day (April 25, 2026). Sixteen indie bookstores, including two pop-ups, are participating, and we’ll have multiple giveaway prizes. Grab a passport at the first indie you visit, and use it as your guide to visiting as many indies as you can on that weekend! The more you visit, the more entries you get into the prize draws. Start planning early 🎉 more info coming soon!”
Time: check out the opening hours of the book stores you want to visit
Instagram: YEG Indie Bookstores

April 26th, Sunday – Earth Day in Edmonton: Plans are underway to create an event to mark Earth Day. Stay tuned!
It will be in the shared plaza in front of Earth’s Refillery Coop & Cafe, Paper Birch Books, and True Blue Barber Shop (referred to as the piazza).
Time: 11 am to 4pm
Location: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe, 10831 – 95th Street

April 26th, Sunday – A Vested Interest Fashion Show: an art project: a light-hearted presentation on a what can be an overwhelming topic – climate change; creative, quirky and sometimes humorous; full of stories people can identify with and maybe from there be willing to take an action.
Ellen, the artist who makes the vests, says we all need hope and we have to have hope to have optimism and reminds us that men have enjoyed the show!
Time: 1pm (Doors)
Location: Alberta Avenue Community League Hall, 9210 – 118th Avenue
Tickets: 20$ Eventbrite

May 1st, Friday – Mikael Colville-Andersen: Urbanism in Times of War & Crisis: “How do we futureproof our cities when systems fail? Mikael Colville-Andersen draws on his experience living and volunteering in Ukraine.”
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Location: CCIS North Lecture Theatres, 11335 Saskatchewan Drive
Register: Eventbrite

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The Activist Agenda is compiled by Michael Kalmanovitch. Commentary, such a captions, are by Michael. If you have any events not listed and you feel they should be on the AA then please email them to me at michael.kalmanovitch@gmail.com.