‘Tis the season for human rights! When injustices pile up like snow, it’s time to act. This week’s roundup has all the information you need to get you organizing against security certificates, moving past previous conflicts and getting ready to make that big toast to your fellow workers.
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Weekly roundup
Mohamed Harkat hasn’t broken any laws, but he’s been at the mercy of the Canadian government ever since he was issued a security certificate nine years ago. Read about his struggle here.
Speaking of “national security threats,” there’s an awesome facilitator’s guide to hosting a workshop on immigration and security for activists on the Toolkit.
All riled up against Harper’s “national security” agenda? Take action! This guide on banner making 101 and how to start a newsletter will get you ready to protest and a following ready to march.
Sunday is International Migrants Day. Think it’s not so bad here in Canada? Think again. Check out the Activist Toolkit post for more information and check out the event in Vancouver to honour the day.
Books to Prisoners is a radical group but how much do you really know about them? Go to the rabblepedia entry for more.
Saturday is the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers. Events are held across the country but if you’re in Ottawa make sure to check out the vigil.
Cinema Politica might have some festive screenings on your campus or in your community. Get some background and look up listings on the Toolkit.
Not so good at addressing your fellow workers? For union organizers public speaking is essential. This workshop on shop talk will have you ready in no time.
Jason Kenney’s most recent ban on the niqab isn’t the first in Canada. Check out the track record of bans here.
Within any activist group there’s bound to be conflict. With this workshop on feminist conflict resolution, there’s no better time to grab a hot chocolate and work it out.
Events
If you’re in the mood to give and recieve, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Radical Montreal is having a clothing swap.
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