Time to protect Canadas bou!

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Published on Thursday, 06 April 2017 16:30

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[evoz] Social Justice Film Night

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Published on Thursday, 06 April 2017 16:10

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"Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction." –Thirteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution
When the 13th amendment was ratified in 1865, its drafters left themselves a large, very exploitable loophole in the guise of an easily missed clause in its definition. That clause, which converts slavery from a legal business model to an equally legal method of punishment for criminals, is the subject of the documentary “13th.”
Director Ava DuVernay’s takes an unflinching, well-informed and thoroughly researched look at the American system of incarceration, specifically how the prison industrial complex affects people of color. Her analysis could not be more timely nor more infuriating. The film builds its case piece by shattering piece, inspiring...

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Seniors

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Published on Thursday, 06 April 2017 11:45

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NationBuilder r1 Dear Paov --

As I was collecting vote pledges at a community centre this week, I spoke with Claudia, a woman who was forced to quit her job in order to keep up with the needs of her aging parents.

Claudia moved her parents into her home but she’s just not able to get enough public home support for them, and they can’t afford expensive private care. As her mother's dementia worsens, she’s not sure where to turn.

A shocking report released last week reveals this is a tragically common situation for many in B.C.: today, seniors have less access to home and community care services than they did 16 years ago. [1]

When seniors can’t get services like home support or residential care, they are left unsupported, family caregivers like Claudia are overburdened, and hospitals become overcrowded.

That’s why I’m asking you to join me...

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You're in the news

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Published on Thursday, 06 April 2017 11:45

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It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the bad that’s happening in the world. Lately the news has been dominated by Senator Lynn Beyak’s terrible comments about residential schools, reports of violent attacks in Syria, and the latest shocking Trump scandal.

But there’s also a lot of good happening -- we’re winning campaigns -- and it’s because of you that this is all possible.

Here’s a snapshot of some exciting things that we’ve done together in the last few weeks. This is what sets Leadnow apart -- we’re fiercely independent, we can tackle multiple issues at a time, and when we work together, we get results. We spring into action at the flip of the switch - and it’s working.

Help keep this up!

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A brand new campaign to stand with Heiltsuk heroes

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Published on Thursday, 06 April 2017 10:30

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parking

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Published on Thursday, 06 April 2017 09:00

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CAIA is looking for someone to offer to allow us to park our van in their discrete off road spot in the Victoria area.

Any offers? If so, contact us at this email. We can provide details of what is desired.

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Saturday April 8 action

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Published on Wednesday, 05 April 2017 09:00

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CAIA will be picketing at Fort and Foul Bay to encourage shoppers to boycott Israeli wines. Come show your support outside at 12:30 pm to 2 pm.
All that we have found are produced from occupied lands.

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Announcing speaker: Candy Palmater - Candy Palm

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Published on Tuesday, 04 April 2017 23:30

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The CLC is very excited to announce Candy Palmater as a speaker at this year’s convention. Candy is a feminist comic, actor, writer, international speaker, activist and award-winning TV and radio personality, to name just a few of her many accomplishments. We are thrilled that Candy will be joining us in Toronto in May.

More than 3,000 union activists from across Canada will gather in Toronto from May 8 to 12 for the CLC’s 28th Constitutional Convention. This year’s convention theme is “Together for a Fair Future” and will focus on four key pillars: fairness, equity, green jobs, and organizing to strengthen Canada’s unions.

Stay tuned for more news on the Convention 2017 website, where you’ll also find information for delegates, like helpful tips on registration, childcare, accessibility, travel, and accommodation. The convention agenda will be available on the website by April 14th.

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We have a plan! / Voici le plan!

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Published on Tuesday, 04 April 2017 23:30

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There are times when each of us can make a difference in a very concrete way.

This is one of those times!

We must show Justin Trudeau that there is a price to pay for his government’s betrayal on electoral reform.

Being Multi-Partisan is not easy, especially when some of your friends don’t stand up for you. We know that a lot of Liberal MPs support fairer elections but they’ve gone silent. Maybe they are embarrassed that their boss decided that he would kill electoral reform because it wasn’t going his way, or maybe they don’t want to create waves because that is a guaranteed way to stay on the back bench?

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1 Week Away! Free Webinar on High Performance Housing - April 11

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Published on Tuesday, 04 April 2017 14:15

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BCSEA is a non-profit society that relies on memberships to advance the low-carbon economy. Will you please join us?

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1 Week to go! Free Webinar on Energy Efficient Housing

High Performance Housing: Better Homes for B.C.

Made possible with support from BC Hydro

We're just one week away from the second FREE webinar of BCSEA's 2017 Webinar Series, High Performance Housing: Better Homes for B.C.

Reserve your free seat now by clicking here and join us next Tuesday, April 11th from 12pm - 1pm PT!

In this webinar, facilitated by James Glave, we are joined by Gary Hamer, Residential Specialist...

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TD wont like this stunt

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Published on Friday, 31 March 2017 14:45

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Kinder Morgan’s under “financial distress”, and desperately looking for investors to back its risky, climate-killing Trans Mountain pipeline.[1-2]

They’re relying on TD bank to help them find investors -- but Leadnow members are turning up the heat on TD to dump Kinder Morgan. Already more than 23,000 have signed a petition to TD, and we’re getting ready to deliver it at their Annual Shareholders Meeting (ASM) in Toronto this Thursday.

TD’s top shareholders, clients, and the media will all be at the shareholder meeting, where TD will be especially vulnerable to public pressure. So instead of just delivering your petition, we want to make a huge spectacle that will put TD into damage control mode. It could be enough to get them to dump Kinder Morgan, but only if enough people chip in to make it happen. With only 3 days to go we have to act fast.

Donate to get TD to #DumpKinderMorgan!

• If we raise $5000 we can organize a media stunt with visuals designed to attract TV news cameras. Picture barrels of spilling oil, actors playing TD executives, and hard-hitting signs and banners.

• If we raise $10,000 we can rent a giant jumbotron truck to display messages from Leadnow community. We’ve already confirmed that there’s a truck available, we just need to confirm the budget.

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Join the Blackspot movement: Save 15% on a pair of Unswooshers before April 10

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Published on Wednesday, 29 March 2017 21:00

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“While dangerous, the shoe is also pretty much peace and love on your feet.”

-Vegan Kicks

Hey Jammer,

Alright, you’re tired. The shoes on your feet aren’t comfortable, not for you, not for workers, not for the planet. Nike’s swoosh is one of the most iconic corporate logos in the world. But built on what? Slave labor, environmental destruction, billion dollar celebrity payoffs . . . bit by bit, people are waking up to what this really means and are starting to look for alternatives.

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Workshops Start Soon!

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Published on Wednesday, 29 March 2017 17:45

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PeerNetBC Spring Workshops

Spots are filling up for our Spring Workshop series! This a reminder for folks to register now as our first session will begin April 8th!

Already taken PeerNet's trainings? Help spread the word to those who may benefit from these capacity-building opportunities: volunteers, program participants, program coordinators, youth workers, peer navigators, or even your roommate or neighbour!

Taking place on the unceded territory of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh nations, PeerNetBC’s Community Workshops are provided twice per year. These workshops are open to everyone and offer a great opportunity to learn and network with people from various communities, groups and organizations.

Cost: $15 - $75+ sliding scale, with no one turned away for lack of funds.

Location: PeerNetBC office, #408 – 602 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC

To Register: http://www.peernetbc.com/upcoming-workshops-2 or call 604.733.6186

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Can I deliver your signature?

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Published on Wednesday, 29 March 2017 17:15

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In 1 days, I’m going to put on a suit and head to TD’s annual shareholder meeting here in Toronto where I’ll hand deliver a petition calling on TD to stop supporting Kinder Morgan’s dirty tarsands pipeline.

More than 15,000 Leadnow members have already signed, but we need to make this petition huge before Thursday’s petition delivery. Will you add your name now?

Add your name

TD is helping Kinder Morgan line up investors to fund the Trans Mountain pipeline -- a dirty tarsands pipeline that would threaten BC’s coast with oil spills and unleash a dangerous increase in climate pollution. [1]

Right now, TD is especially vulnerable to public pressure. They’re under federal investigation for illegal and unethical sales tactics, and they’d do almost anything to avoid another scandal. [2]

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