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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• June 18th, Thursday – Rock Painting Workshop
• June 19th, Friday – Juneteenth
• June 19th, Friday – Regan Russell Memorial
• June 19th, Friday – National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD)
• June 20th, Saturday – Rossdale Walk and Gathering
• June 20th, Saturday – Women in Black Vigil for Non-Violence
• June 20th, Saturday – Indigenous Peoples Festival
• June 21st, Sunday – Show Your Stripes Day
• June 21st, Sunday – National Indigenous Peoples Day
• June 25th, Thursday – National Day of Action
• June 26th, Friday – Critical Mass
• June 26th – June 28th – Justice4Reel Film Festival 2026
• June 27th, Saturday – Albertans for a United Canada
• June 27th, Saturday – Say NO to AI Data Centres
• June 28th, Sunday – Coffee at Earth’s Coop Cafe
• June 28th, Sunday – Fairy Garden Picnic
• July 4th & 5th, Saturday and Sunday – Communist Summer School: The School of Revolutions

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June 18th, Thursday – Rock Painting Workshop: When you put messages on items like rocks, and they populate the commons, the message is repeated, and the whole consciousness of our society is raised.
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe, 10831 – 95th Street
Facebook event page: Earth’s Refillery Coop & Cafe

June 19th, Friday – Juneteenth: “Today, June 19, is #Juneteenth honouring the legacy of Black power and liberation movements. We must end systemic racism and injustice that remains embedded in our colonial structures and institutions to this day—NONE OF US ARE FREE, UNTIL WE’RE ALL FREE.”
Quote from Indigenous Climate Action.
It is ALL Connected!
Time: All day – Every Day!

June 19th, Friday – National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD): “Bissell Centre event features art, performances, stew and bannock from Bissell Harvest Catering.
The headline performers at this year’s NIPD celebration are Adrian LaChance and the Running Thunder Dancers, taking place from noon to 2:00 p.m. Their performances will include traditional drumming, singing, and dancing — including a round dance as a memorial for all the loved ones in the community we have lost over the years.”
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Location: Bissell Centre, 10527 96 Street

June 19th, Friday – Regan Russell Memorial: “Join us as we remember and celebrate the life of Regan Russell—a woman whose compassion and courage continue to inspire people around the world.”
Time: 5pm
Location: 100th Street and Jasper Avenue (Hotel MacDonald)
Facebook: Facebook

June 20th, Saturday – Women in Black Vigil for Non-Violence: Women in Black formed in 1988 and since then has expanded to 100,000 women worldwide. Women in Black Edmonton formed in 2003. Our silent vigils remind us of the power of nonviolence in a world where violence can destroy lives in our homes, streets, and regions. Please join us.
This is a bi-weekly event on the first and third Saturday of the month.
Stand in solidarity!
Time: 11.30 to 12.30 pm
Location: Old Strathcona Farmer’s Market, 83rd Avenue and 103rd Street
URL: Women in Black Edmonton

June 20th, Saturday – Indigenous Peoples Festival: “Celebrate your Indigeniety or come as an ally to Borden Park for this cultural celebration hosted by the Canadian Native Friendship Centre.
Whether you want to hear about Indigenous, Metis and Inuit teachings and storytelling or listen to the live performances, this event is always a great place to be!”
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM 
Location: Borden Park Bandshell, 11239 – 79th Street

June 20th, Saturday – Rossdale Walk and Gathering: “Gerald Delorme, of the Edmonton Stragglers band, will be talking about the history of this area as a sacred site and the legal obligations to protect it. We will walk from here to the area north of the baseball field to see the land the City is trying to sell as phase 1 of its development plans, and then walk back to the park area north of the memorial site for an information-sharing and learning circle. 
Please join us to share what you know, and to learn what others know about this special place. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, sunhat or umbrella depending on the weather, and water. All are welcome.”
Time: 1 – 3pm
Location: Rossdale burial grounds memorial site (north end of the Walterdale bridge and River Valley Road)

June 21st, Sunday – Show Your Stripes Day: “Show Your Stripes Day (held annually on June 21st) is a global climate awareness initiative created by climate scientist Ed Hawkins. It features “warming stripes” graphics that visually represent long-term global and local temperature changes without numbers or text, making climate data instantly understandable to everyone”
URL: Show Your Stripes Day

June 21st, Sunday – National Indigenous Peoples Day: “National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year. The summer solstice holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples, marking a time of renewal, connection, and celebration.”
URL: National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 25th, Thursday – National Day of Action: “Join your neighbours on June 25th at 12:00PM outside the office of Edmonton-Centre MP Eleanor Olszewski to deliver an MOU from the people!
The Canadian government has been prioritizing the profits of oil and gas companies over the safety of our communities, the survival of our wildlife, and the future of our planet.
Enough is enough. Join the National Day of Action as we push MPs across the country to put people first!”
Time: 12pm
Location: MP Eleanor Olszewsk’s office, 12220 Stoney Plain Road
URL: 350.org

June 26th, Friday – Critical Mass: “Critical Mass returns on the last Friday of Bike Month.
If you’ve never attended before, think of it as a celebration of cycling in all its forms. Hundreds of people coming together to enjoy the city by bike, meet new people, and demonstrate just how many Edmontonians choose active transportation every day.
Whether you’re a daily commuter, a weekend rider, or simply curious about Edmonton’s cycling community, Critical Mass is one of the easiest ways to experience the energy and diversity of cycling in our city.”
Time: 5.30 pm
Location: Alexander Circle, 13301 – 103 AVENUE NW
Instagram: yeb.bike

June 26 – June 28th – Justice4Reel Film Festival 2026: “Justice4Reel is a three-day curated public film and arts festival in Edmonton.
Designed to bridge the gap between abstract human rights and our lived local realities in the heart of Alberta, this three-day journey fosters reflection, shared dialogue, and coordinated civic action.
By using documentary film as a catalyst, Justice4Reel moves beyond interpersonal perspectives to examine the structural challenges shaping our province. It serves as a civic laboratory where the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is transformed from a legal document into a tangible tool for community dignity and accountability.
𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀
A Free Public Celebration: A three-day event featuring documentary screenings, arts-based workshops, and vital community dialogue. Donations are gratefully accepted.
Civic Engagement: A space to explore how human rights—such as dignity, security, and freedom from discrimination—are experienced across Alberta.
Accessibility for All: Hosted at a fully accessible venue with a hybrid model available for remote attendance.
Collaborative Action: Designed to foster connection between audiences, artists, and community leaders to inspire long-term social change.”
Time: various times
Location: ArtsHub Ortona (9722 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB) & Online
More information: John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights

June 27th, Saturday – Albertans for a United Canada:
Time: 12 to 2 pm
Location: Alberta Legislature Building (I assume the north steps), 10800 – 97th Avenue

June 27th, Saturday – Say NO to AI Data Centres:
Time: 2pm
Location: Legislature Grounds
Instagram: No AI Centres Edmonton

June 28th, Sunday – Coffee at Earth’s Coop Cafe: Vegan meet up! You don’t have to be vegan to join in this community conversation.
“A casual opportunity to meet up with other local vegans for open discussion.
Purchase a beverage to support a small business and enjoy the art of conversation! All ages welcome.”
Time: 11am
Location: Earth’s Refillery Coop and Cafe, 10831 – 95th Street
Facebook event: YEG Vegan Social Club

June 28th, Sunday – Fairy Garden Picnic: “The fairies are in the garden, wondering what will happen to their water, land, and air. Wondering – what can they do?
Celebrate queerness in nature – Enjoy games, crafts and activities while learning about the organizations creating habitat for the fae to thrive where they live and love.”
Time: 2 – 6pm
Location: Paul Kane Park, 10220 121st Street
Instagram for updates: Touch Grass Club

July 4th & 5th, Saturday and Sunday – Communist Summer School: The School of Revolutions: “We have entered an epoch of revolutions. In the past few years, revolutions and mass movements have erupted in more than 10 countries. From Nepal to Kenya, Serbia to Bangladesh, ordinary people are taking their fate in their own hands, and trying to find a way out of the crisis of capitalism.”
Register: Marxist Canada
Facebook event page: Edmonton Communists

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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.