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[HumanRights] Status of Palestine in 2015

Details: Published on Thursday, 11 June 2015 09:15; Written by editor

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r51 [HumanRights] Status of Palestine in 2015

Status of Palestine in 2015

Some of this information is from a summary issued by the Negotiations
Affairs Department (an independent group advising Palestinian negotiators):

- It has been 67 years since the occupation of 78% of Palestine in 1948

- It has been 48 years since the occupation of the other 22% of Palestine
(WB and Gaza) that started 1967

- Today there are 12.5 million Palestinians 7.2 million of us are
refugees/displaced people (six million from the ethnic cleansing of
1948-1950, 843,737 from 1967 Naksa, and 345,217 internal displacement
within the green line, 57,669 internally displaced in 1967 areas.

- UNRWA has 5.4 million registered refugees and has established and
operates in 59 official refugee camps (17 unofficial camps).

-Camps are unstable. As an example 162,000 used to inhabit Yarmuk Camp in
Syria, most of them were displaced in the last three years and 1093...

#saltandwater at Or Gallery, an exhibition of four Palestinian artists.

Details: Published on Thursday, 11 June 2015 09:15; Written by editor

If you are going to be in Vancouver

Subject: #saltandwater at Or Gallery, an exhibition of four Palestinian artists.

Exhibition Opening, June 5, 8 pm
Artist's talk, June 6, 2 pm

Opening of "#saltandwater" exhibition at the Or Gallery in Vancouver on June 5 at 8:00 PM. The exhibition, which includes works by Noor Abuarafeh, Ayed Arafah, Mais Darwazah, and Rehab Nazzal runs until July 17.
Or Gallery, 555 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Link to the event:http://www.orgallery.org/saltandwater-the-palestinian-israeli-conflict
Artists talk on Saturday, June 6 at 2:00PM at the Or Gallery by Rehab Nazzal, on her work A Dead Sea (2010) in #saltandwater: The Palestinian-Israeli Conflict. Rehab Nazzal is a Palestinian-born multidisciplinary artist based in Toronto.

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[evoz] Street Deaths Are preventable

Details: Published on Thursday, 11 June 2015 07:00; Written by editor

STREET DEATHS ARE PREVENTABLE DEATHS June 15-20th Week of Education and Action June 17 6:30 – 8pm - 1st Metropolitan Church, 932 Balmoral St. MOVING FORWARD Public Forum on Supervised Consumption Services June 18 2-4 pm Community Room, Central Library, 735 Broughton St DEATH AS A SOCIAL JUSTICE ISSUE: Perspectives on death & dying on the streets of Victoria June 19 Noon: Pandora & Quadra Stret Deaths are Preventable RALLY Info: AVI: Phone: 250-384-2366 Toll free Infoline: 1-800-665-2437

[evoz] Monday June 15 Day of Action

Details: Published on Wednesday, 10 June 2015 18:30; Written by editor

Join us to:
STOP CUTS TO REFUGEE HEALTH CARE
National Day of Action

Monday, June 15 Noon to 1:00 pm at Corner of Government Street and Warf Street, Victoria
Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
More information: www.doctorsforrefugeecare.ca

Event Notice

Details: Published on Wednesday, 10 June 2015 13:00; Written by editor

A presentation with Nino Pagliccia who has recently released his new book "Cuba Solidarity in Canada - Five Decades of People-to-People Foreign Relations"And the showing of a short film"The Little Yellow School Bus"
of the Pastors for Peace Caravans to Cuba which the
Victoria Friends of Cuba committee was part of for 21 caravans.
7pm Thursday, June 182994 Douglas St. (BCGEU Hall) Victoria
Admission by Donation
The book "Cuba Solidarity in Canada - Five Decades of People-to-People Foreign Relations", is a collection of essays about the Canadian solidarity movement in support of Cuba during more than 50 years. Throughout the different experiential stories, the notion of solidarity emerges as the common theme of people-to-people (non-governmental) links between Canada and Cuba. The book suggests a framework that informs the reader on the meaning, positive influence and potentially valuable role that solidarity can play in the...

[evoz] Event Notice

Details: Published on Wednesday, 10 June 2015 13:15; Written by editor

Save the Walbran Valley: Ancient Forests Forever

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 June 2015 17:15; Written by editor

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[CdaBoatGaza] Flotilla III continues its way/ La flottille III ne recule pas

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 June 2015 16:00; Written by editor

** La version française suit le texte en anglais **

Flotilla continues its way: Marianne visits Galicia and Portugal

The Swedish ship Marianne, with Canadian activist and marine engineer Kevin Neish on board, stopped in the port of Bueu (Galicia, Spain), where the 2011 attack on the Mavi Marmara was remembered. Israel’s brutal assault in 2011 took ten lives and injured more that 50. Here is some footage from the Marianne's trip and stop in the Spanish state:

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The Marianne then stopped in Lisbon, Portugal before continuing, with the ultimate goal of challenging the blockade of Gaza. Ship and crew were welcomed...

Victorian going to Gaza

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 June 2015 16:00; Written by editor

Boat heading to Gaza a link

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Boycott-Divestment-and-Sanctions-BDS-Movement/115083011869901

Flotilla continues its way: The Swedish ship Marianne, with Canadian
activist and marine engineer Kevin Neish on board, has left the port of
Bueu in Spain, where the 2011 attack on the Mavi Marmara was remembered.
Israel’s brutal assault in 2011 took ten lives and injured more that 50.
The Marianne is now in Lisbon, Portugal with the ultimate goal of
challenging the blockade of Gaza. Here is some footage from Marianne's
trip and stop in Spain:

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The Marianne has been welcomed by civil society in Portugal, on her way to
Mediterranean ports of call. She will be joined by her sister ships along
the way. Canadian and international delegates will board the ships as they
sail together to the shores of Gaza. The bombardment of Gaza last summer
left more than 2,000 dead and destroyed thousands of homes. Life for
ordinary Palestinians has since grown more harsh. Whenever there is talk...

Troublemaker's Summer Tumbler and Upcoming SocialCoast Events

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 June 2015 14:45; Written by editor

Upcoming events and actions, June & July 2015

June/July Upcoming Events & Actions

A new kind of climate movement

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 June 2015 13:45; Written by editor

In Canada, a new kind of climate movement is emerging. One that recognizes the roots of our struggles and tries to stop it at the source. It's time to call for real climate leadership - to call on our government to stop digging and start building a new kind of future.

It's time to mobilize as a passionate and empowered youth climate movement to stand together for a just transition to a clean energy economy. Will you join us?

On Saturday, July 4th, from British Columbia to Nova Scotia, communities will rally to declare that we, the people, are ready for a new economy; that we are greater than the tar sands. Click here to find an action near you.

On Sunday, July 5th, we are joining a growing coalition to stage the most diverse climate action ever to take place in Canada. We will take to the streets of downtown Toronto to March for Jobs, Justice and the Climate.

Will you join us for an action on July 4th or the March for Jobs, Justice and the Climate on July 5th?

[evoz] Summer Cafe on June 26

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 June 2015 17:15; Written by editor

Due to a booking error at FCA our summer cafe – the last cafe until September was re-scheduled to..................... CAFE SIMPATICO, 1923 Fernwood Road Friday June 26: Doors open at 5:30 pm..........Potluck dinner at 6 pm Music by our own Nedjo.Glenys, Ardeo & Grace with special guests: Sharon Hazel wood & Alan O’Dean.! Reports on CASC’s working groups with action suggestions for summer homework. Come with your favourite dish & bring friends & enjoy socializing & singing along with like-minded activists on a summer evening! If you can help with set-up & we need some tablecloths as well- please call Terry at 250 595-7519 As always we will be serving & selling by the pound our own Cafe Simpatico fair trade organic coffee from Nicaragua
Read more: [evoz] Summer Cafe on June 26

Checking in about the Liberal MPs vote on C-51

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 June 2015 11:15; Written by editor

NationBuilder r1 Paov --

You’re getting this email because you've indicated that you’d be interested in volunteering with us on the Vote Together campaign.

In other words, you’re the eyes, ears and beating heart of a campaign to bring people together across party lines to finally end 10 years of the Harper government.

Recently, we’ve heard from many people in the Leadnow community who are disappointed about the decision of Liberals MPs to vote for Bill C-51, despite their grave concerns about the bill, while promising to amend it if elected. We’ve also heard from many people, including allies and grassroots groups, who want them to commit to repeal the bill, not just amend it.

As one of Leadnow’s most active members, we want to know what you’re thinking.

Click here to take a 5-question survey about the Liberals MPs’ C-51 vote and the Vote Together...

[UVic-sustainability] Sustainability @ UVic Newsletter - June 8

Details: Published on Monday, 08 June 2015 15:30; Written by editor

r1 Hi everyone,

As mentioned in the previous newsletters, we have been recently been working towards upgrading our current delivery system and design. We are pleased to announce that we have completed the transfer over to mailchimp services and the first edition can be viewed by clicking HERE.

However, please note that due to Canada's new CASL (anti-spam) legislation, we are now required to reconstitute our subscriber list. To continue receiving our emails, please follow the link and click "Subscribe" in the top-left corner to be added to the updated newsletter list. We apologize in advance if you receive two emails from us in the coming months as we complete the transfer over to the new service.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact me.

Hope you enjoy our newsletter!

Regards,

John Ho

Link to this week's newsletter: http://us10.campaign-archive2.com/?u=3a13509d1b540f25fc1511bb8&id=6627ad134c&e=80ee301385

John Ho Sustainability Intern Office of Campus Planning and Sustainability University of Victoria E: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." id="NoLP"> This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. c: 250-516-9658
www.uvic.ca/sustainability

REMINDER: Lessons from Grace Islet! TODAY

Details: Published on Monday, 08 June 2015 09:45; Written by editor

We hope to see you TODAY at Tsartlip Nation for this important discussion! The Community Action Bus is leaving from Victoria City Hall (Pandora entrance) at 5:30 pm! Please help spread the word by sharing this message and the Facebook event. Thanks!

Lessons from Grace Islet! Monday June 8

Details: Published on Friday, 05 June 2015 14:45; Written by editor

Sponsored by the Indigenous Solidarity Working Group, the Community Action Bus and the Social Environmental Alliance – SEA

Lessons from Grace Islet and Next Steps for Indigenous-Settler Solidarity

Monday June 8thPotluck @ 6PM, Discussion @ 7PM
Ƚáu,welṉew Tribal SchoolTsartlip First Nation7449 West Saanich Road
Join, Share & Invite others to the Event

The movement to protect and restore Grace Islet demonstrates the power of solidarity between indigenous and settler people and provides insight into next steps for action.
Join this important discussion featuring:
Chief Don Tom, Tsartlip First Nation Chief Vern Jacks, Tseycum First NationBelinda Claxton, Elder, Tsawout First NationAdam Olsen, Tsartlip Member and BC Green Party Interim LeaderGary Holman, MLA Saanich North and the Islands
You are invited to a potluck at 6:00 pm followed by a discussion at 7:00 pm.
Ride from Victoria on the Community Action...

Week of education and action - Street Deaths are Preventable Deaths (June 16 - 19)

Details: Published on Friday, 05 June 2015 14:45; Written by editor

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On June 16 – 19, join us for a week of education and action to end poverty-related deaths in BC.

Between 2006 and 2013, at least 281 people have died on the streets in British Columbia. Due to under-reporting, that number is likely much much higher.

Victoria has the highest number of street deaths per capita in BC. In a four month period, 30 people died on the streets of this city.

Troublemaker's Summer Tumbler || Friday, June 12th

Details: Published on Friday, 05 June 2015 14:30; Written by editor

Hello fellow troublemakers,

On Friday, June 12th we will be hosting our 2nd ever Troublemaker's event: the Summer Tumbler. This show promises to have lots of amazing performances, art displays, culinary delights, and plenty time throughout the evening to dance and mingle with your fellow community organizers and artists.

Performances by The New Souls, Wes Borg, Tongue N' Cheek, Amythest Studio, Kevin Paul and more. The evening of course hosted by the amazing duo Marika Albert and Shane Calder and wrapped up with a dance party among the tunes of Bousada and Thomas Promise.

The Fallen of World War II

Details: Published on Friday, 05 June 2015 14:15; Written by editor

An animated data-driven documentary about war and peace, The Fallen of World War II looks at the human cost of the second World War and sizes up the numbers to other wars in history, including trends in recent conflicts.

Visit fallen.io for the interactive version and more information

Written, directed, coded, narrated by twitter.com/neilhalloran
Sound and music by twitter.com/Dolhaz

https://vimeo.com/128373915

BCSEA E-News - Your Answers to the BIG Questions

Details: Published on Friday, 05 June 2015 14:00; Written by editor

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

YOUR ANSWERS TO THE BIG QUESTIONS

By This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., BCSEA Founder and Communication Director JUNE 4, 2015

http://www.bcsea.org/your-answers-to-big-questions

Last week, we posed thirteen ‘Big Questions’ relating to the future of sustainable energy in Canada and the world. And boy, did you respond!