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SUMMARY:Support Abousfian Abdelrazik as Canadian Complicity in Torture Goes on Trial (Online and in Ottawa)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in court beginning October 21 in Ottawa or online as the six week trial proceeds. \nTo register online to observe proceedings\, visit: https://cas-satj.zoom.us/…/WN_fSbwmniiRZ2f7_T7xFLkGg \nTo receive court location details for Ottawa\, contact tasc@web.ca \nAbousfian Abdelrazik is “the victim of a series of gross injustices attributable directly or indirectly to Canadian state actors\, including arbitrary and illegal detention\, prolonged solitary confinement\, torture\, and forced exile and separation from his home and young children. These breaches of the Plaintiff’s fundamental human rights were flagrant\, extreme and continuous over a period of six years. Most egregiously\, many senior Canadian officials were fully aware that Canada could have ended the Plaintiff’s cruel and unjust ordeal at any moment by simply securing a flight home to Montreal. In this action\, he seeks redress and compensation that vindicates his Charter rights and is proportionate to the unprecedented seriousness of this wrongful state conduct.” (from his lawsuit) \nCanada has a loathsome history of rendering Muslim citizens to torture abroad and being complicit in their torture. The case of Abousfian Abdlerazik is the first time such a case is scheduled for a trial. \nWhen a combination of civic action and a court action successfully brought him home in 2009\, Abdelrazik told the Globe and Mail a “ chilling account of six years of imprisonment and forced exile abroad… Mr. Abdelrazik recounted stories of interrogation and alleged torture. He told of Canadian Security and Intelligence Service agents laughingly saying “Sudan will be your Guantanamo” when he begged to be allowed to return home. \nHis ordeal – described as Kafkaesque by the federal court judge who ordered him repatriated – is far from ended. But the Harper government made it clear that Mr. Abdelrazik couldn’t expect any support in his efforts to remove his name from the UN list. \nMr. Abdelrazik said one of the two CSIS interrogators was the same agent who questioned him at his home two days before he flew to Khartoum in March of 2003. Mr. Abdelrazik said he had called the Montreal police to get the CSIS agents to leave. \n“One of them\, he turned and said to me\, ‘You will see…’ ” he said. \nAlthough CSIS denies it arranged for Mr. Abdelrazik to be imprisoned in Sudan\, heavily redacted government documents say he was arrested “at our request\,” meaning Canada’s.After months in solitary with little food and occasional torture\, Mr. Abdelrazik said one day his Sudanese jailers told him the “Canadian muhabarat want to talk to me\,” using the feared Arabic term for secret police. \nMr. Abdelrazik says he was taken to a room with a table laden “with cakes and fruits and juice and bottles of water\,” but before he could say anything\, one of the CSIS agents said\, “Remember I told you in Montreal that ‘You will see\,’ … and now\, you will see.” \nMr. Abdelrazik said he begged to be allowed to go home and offered to face any charges the agents wanted to press. \n“I am not going to help a terrorist\,” the CSIS agent replied\, according to Mr. Abdelrazik. The agent added that Mr. Abdelrazik was “Sudanese\, not a Canadian\, and should stay in Sudan forever.” \n“My country doesn’t need you\,” the CSIS agent said. After the two left\, Mr. Abdelrazik said the worst period of torture and abuse began. \nStay in touch at Stop Canadian Involvement in Torture\, tasc@web.ca
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/support-abousfian-abdelrazik-as-canadian-complicity-in-torture-goes-on-trial-online-and-in-ottawa/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241029T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241029T200000
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SUMMARY:Remote Work to Reimagine the City Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Imagine if… … our downtown was a more appealing place to live\, work and play … we reduced congestion on our roads … our neighbourhoods had everything we needed within walking distance … there were more hours in the day to take care of all the things that matter most … we could turn the corner on the housing crisis We can achieve all of this and more. \nRemote work can help us transform not only where and how we work\, but the places we live. \nCome join members of the labour movement and community sector for a panel discussion and celebration of the opportunities of converting Ottawa’s office spaces into better uses and transforming our downtown. Together\, we believe that remote work is a powerful tool for building more efficient\, healthier\, and dynamic cities. \nPanel discussion: 6:30 pm to 8 pmDance party ft DJ Trinidaddy: 8 pm to 11 pm \nCash bar will be available \nPlease RSVP: https://acepcape.wufoo.com/forms/z1rmjtaz1lzoetg/ \n***Imaginez si… … notre centre-ville était un lieu plus attrayant pour vivre\, travailler et se divertir? … nos routes étaient moins congestionnées? …nos quartiers offraient tout ce dont nous avons besoin à distance de marche? … nous avions plus d’heures dans la journée pour nous occuper des choses qui comptent le plus? … nous pouvions mettre fin à la crise du logement? Nous pouvons réaliser tout cela et bien plus encore. \nLe télétravail peut nous aider à transformer non seulement nos lieux de travail et notre façon de travailler\, mais aussi les lieux où nous vivons. \nJoignez-vous aux membres du mouvement syndical et du secteur communautaire pour assister à un débat de spécialistes et célébrer les possibilités de convertir au mieux les espaces de bureaux d’Ottawa et de transformer notre centre-ville. Ensemble\, nous croyons que le télétravail est un moyen formidable de rendre les villes plus efficientes\, plus saines et plus dynamiques. \nDébat de spécialistes de 18 h 30 à 20 hSoirée dansante avec la DJ Trinidaddy de 20 h à 23 h \nIl y aura un bar payant \nR.S.V.P. : https://acepcape.wufoo.com/forms/zqft2vj03ewiyp/
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/remote-work-to-reimagine-the-city-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Ottawa Art Gallery\, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T183000
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SUMMARY:Harmony Circle for Palestine with Albert Dumont and Friends
DESCRIPTION:For this Harmony Circle\, Spiritual Advisor Albert Dumont will be joined by Aisling Quinn and Yipeng Ge.  Aisling is a member of Irish Healthcare Workers for Palestine – a collective set up to advocate for the protection of Healthcare Workers\, infrastructure\, humanitarian workers and all civilians.  Yipeng is a primary care doctor and public health practitioner in Ottawa. In November 2023\, Dr. Ge was suspended from his medical residency at the University of Ottawa for pro-Palestinian social media remarks critical of Israel. A petition demanding his reinstatement received over 65\,000 signatures\, indicating widespread support for Dr. Ge and raising concerns about free speech and the right to criticize government policy without risking professional repercussions.\nWe will talk about solidarity with Palestine among Healthcare Workers – the efforts being taken in Ireland and Canada\, and the differences in approach.  After the formal conversation\, we will open up the meeting for a Sharing Circle where all participants are invited to ask questions or share what is on their heart in the chat.  We will end the Harmony Circle with concrete social justice actions we can take to help. This is an invitation to do something in a time of great suffering\, devastation and emotional turmoil.\n\n\nHere are the important links for sharing … \nFacebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/8385325838217622/\nFacebook post: https://www.facebook.com/harmonycircleswithalbert/posts/122118762014513446\nInstagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DBRJLhRxoJi/\nLinktree: https://linktr.ee/harmonycircleswithalbert\nRegistration form: https://forms.gle/PBSPWbQbmaUWfLgTA \n\n\nPlease let me know if you need any other info or if you want it in a different format.\n\nSincerely\,\nThe Harmony Circles Team – Albert\, Evneeki\, Nadia\, Lindsey\, Lisa and Sylvia
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/harmony-circle-for-palestine-with-albert-dumont-and-friends/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T210000
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: Gaza Fights for Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Join us Monday\, November 4th for a fundraiser film screening to watch “Gaza Fights For Freedom” (2019). Filmed during the height of the Great March of Return (2018-2019) the documentary tells the story of Palestinians who peacefully marched to the edges of their prison and stood in defiance of the unlawful “authority” that sequestered them there. How did the occupying forces respond? Chemical warfare\, snipers firing live rounds\, and the murder of 195 men\, women\, and children\, with 29’000 injured. This film is a reminder that the genocide we are witnessing today where the Zionist regime has murdered upwards of 186’000 Palestinians\, is not new. This film is a testament to the steadfastness of Palestinian’s and their heroic resistance and resilience in the face of the occupier. \nThe screening will be followed by discussion highlighting themes in the film. Tickets linked in bio. Snacks will be sold and all proceeds will go to the People Stand with Gaza Fundraiser Campaign. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n🗓️ Monday\, November 4th\n⏰ Doors open at 6:30PM\, Film starts at 7:00PM\n📍Arts Court Theatre 2 Daly Ave Ottawa\, ON\n🎟️ $10 RSVP Click here to RSVP \n 
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/film-screening-gaza-fights-for-freedom/
LOCATION:Arts Court Theatre\, 10 daly ave\, Ottawa\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042735
CREATED:20241101T170922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T170945Z
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SUMMARY:Leveller Story Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Hey Levellers\, it’s a new publication year and we’re in need of people for Mighty Volume Sixteen of The Leveller! This is also a good time to remind everyone of our increased honorariums: \n\n$85 per written article\n$35 for editing\, photojournalism and illustrations per article.\n$115 for features over 300 words with original reporting.\n\nJoin us for our next story meeting on Monday\, 4 November 7PM. While we’re working on in-person/hybrid meetings\, we’re still online here: meet.jit.si/LevellerNovember2024StoryMeeting\n \nStory Meetings are where you can pitch article ideas\, help brainstorm content\, or be assigned a story. They’re also a way to learn about the Leveller and introduce yourself. \nCan’t make it? That’s not a problem. Email operations@leveller.ca to pitch us a story any time. We’re following a schedule listed at the bottom of this email.\n \nUnfortunately\, we’re blocked on Meta’s Facebook\, Instagram and Threads (hah)\, so we can’t promote there. Please forward this email to your friends and colleagues\, as well as follow and share our posts: \n Mastodon: @leveller_ottawa@mastodon.online \n BlueSky: @theleveller.bsky.social \n Lemmy: /u/leveller_ottawa \n Twitter/X: @leveller_ottawa \nOur Production Cycle is monthly. The due date for the next batch of articles will be 18 November with a publication date on 25 November. During the week before publishing\, editors and proofreaders will be assigned to work with writers on their articles. \nOur Guides will help you understand expectations for contributing. Please take a look at our Submission Guidelines if you would like to get published. Our Leveller News & Analysis Writing Guide provides the framework for our stories. Please read the Honourarium Policy for information on being paid. \nCheck out other ways to get involved with The Leveller – including joining the Editorial Board.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/leveller-story-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Leveller":MAILTO:operations@leveller.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T120000
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SUMMARY:Protest Doug Ford's Bike Lane Ban
DESCRIPTION:Doug Ford is coming to town\, and we’re going to show him we won’t stand for his bike lane ban!\n\nCome join our rally this Tuesday at 11 am to protest Ford’s new bill that limits cities’ power to build new bikes lanes and removes existing ones!\n\n\nWe can’t allow our provincial government to force our city to roll back any progress that has been made in making cycling routes safe.\n\n\nMeet at the intersection of Mackenzie and Rideau outside the Château Laurier!\n\n\nYou can also send an email calling on your MPP\, your councillor\, the mayor\, and the minister of transportation to oppose the bill using our tool: https://www.horizonottawa.ca/savebikelanes
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/protest-doug-fords-bike-lane-ban/
LOCATION:Mackenzie and Rideau Street\, Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042735
CREATED:20241027T220755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T220755Z
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SUMMARY:Cinema for Palestine: TPFF Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the DARC Microcinema on Wednesday\, November 6th at 6:00 PM for a film screening of works from the Toronto Palestine Film Festival 🇵🇸 \nDigital Arts Resource Centre is excited to host a screening and artist Q&A with the Toronto Palestine Film Festival (TPFF). We will be screening three original works by TPFF Film Residency artists\, to be announced soon! Registration for this event is not required but is encouraged to guarantee your seat. DARC’s Microcinema programming is always FREE\, donations are welcome.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/cinema-for-palestine-tpff-film-screening/
LOCATION:DARC Microcinema\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042735
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SUMMARY:Kids Market for Palestine
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Kids Market for Palestine\, where children can showcase their talents and creativity while supporting a great cause! \n\n\nWelcome to the Kids Market for Palestine! Join us at the Hall of Peace for a fun-filled day of shopping\, games\, and activities for kids of all ages. Support a great cause while enjoying delicious food\, live music\, and exciting performances. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and have a blast at the same time. See you there! \nWe are supporting Human Appeal’s campaign for Emergency Relief for Orphans in Gaza.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/kids-market-for-palestine/
LOCATION:Hall of Peace\, 241 Northwestern Avenue Ottawa\, ON K1Y 0M1\, Ottawa\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T230103Z
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SUMMARY:Diversity Hires - Canadian Comedy Tour
DESCRIPTION:Comedians featured on viral sketches – DIVERSITY HIRES & Just for Laughs\, CBC\, Canada’s God Talent\, Winnipeg Comedy Festival\, Asian Comedy Festival\, Funny or Die\, Sirius XM\, and more \nGeneral Info ℹ️ \n📅 Dates: Sat. Nov 14\, 2024 \n⏰Time: 8:30 to 10:05 PM \n📍 Location: Absolute Comedy Ottawa – 412 Preston St\, Ottawa\, ON K1S 4M9 \nPrice 🏷 \nSubmission: $20 CAD \nEvent Highlights 💡 \nInternational Comedians \nDiversity Hires Cast \nA Night of Laughs\, Drinks\, and Good Times \nPLEASE ARRIVE NO LATER THAN 8:00 PM TO BE SEATED.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/diversity-hires-canadian-comedy-tour/
LOCATION:Absolute Comedy Ottawa\, 412 Preston St\, Ottawa\, K1S 4M9
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ORGANIZER;CN="Absolute Comedy Ottawa":MAILTO:info@absolutecomedy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241109T023926Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Mother Trouble by Miranda Brady
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Mother Trouble: Mediations of White Maternal Angst after Second Wave Feminism with author Miranda Brady in conversation with Shoshana Magnet. \nThurs. November 14\, 7pm – 8pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.\nHaven Café\, 43 Seneca St. at Sunnyside Ave. \nMother Trouble traces white maternal angst in popular culture across a span of more than fifty years\, from the iconic Rosemary’s Baby to anti-vaxx mom memes and HGTV shows. The book narrows in on popular media to think about white maternal angst as a manifestation of feminism’s unrealized possibilities and continued omissions since the second wave. It interrogates intersecting systems of power which make mothers and their children the most impoverished people in the world and urges a greater appreciation in academic and popular thinking of the work that mothers do. \nThe book calls for an analytical expansion beyond gender to better address the erasure of reproductive labour\, and especially that performed by migrants and people of colour. It illustrates the continued marginalization of racialized mothers and the disproportionate amount of labour performed by all mothers in a society where their work is devalued. Ultimately\, Mother Trouble reveals how the unease around white motherhood in the media has become a proxy for the troubles faced by all mothers. \nMiranda J. Brady is an associate professor of Communication and Media Studies at Carleton University.\nShoshana Magnet is a professor in the Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies at University of Ottawa.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/book-launch-mother-trouble-by-miranda-brady/
LOCATION:Haven Cafe\, 43 Seneca St.\, Ottawa\, K1S 4X2
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octopus Books":MAILTO:octopus@octopusbooks.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241104T012458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T012458Z
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SUMMARY:Arms Embargo Now! Ottawa Protest
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, November 16 for a rally against Gastops\, the only place in the world that creates engine sensors for Lockheed Martin’s F-35 bomber jets. \nNovember 16\, 2pm\, 1011 Polytek Road \nThis rally is part of a national day of action against the F-35 jets. Communities across Canada will come together to confront the deadly war machine. \nLearn more about the national day of action here: https://armsembargonow.ca/f35/ \nSEE YOU THERE!
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/arms-embargo-now-ottawa-protest/
LOCATION:1011 Polytek Road\, 1011 Polytek Road\, Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241117T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241117T173000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241109T024538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T024538Z
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SUMMARY:Forbidden Films at The Mayfair
DESCRIPTION:Kinks & Coffee and Wicked Wanda’s are proud to present… \nForbidden Films at the Mayfair! \nJoin us for an afternoon of sensual cinema at the Mayfair\, Ottawa’s oldest active movie theater\, where we will showcase short erotic films that explore the spectrum of human sexual desire. \nFor the first edition of this new event series\, we have partnered with Four Chambers\, an independent\, conceptual\, pornography project that aims to expand the idea of what sex on film could say\, do and be. The project remains deliberately ambiguous\, rejecting labels for both their films and performers\, existing in-between genres of both art and pornography and dismissing the need for a definition of either. \nBefore the screening starts\, a panel of pleasure professionals will join together on stage for a facilitated discussion about issues related to the production of mainstream pornography (e.g.\, fair compensation\, safe working conditions\, agency\, representation\, consent\, etc.) and important considerations for healthy and ethical porn consumption. \nCome early to peruse our pop-up sexual wellness shop and network with other like-minded sex-positive people! \nSchedule: \n3:30 – 4:15 pm – Pleasure professionals panel discussion\n4:15 – 5:15 pm – Four Chambers short films screening\n*This is a 19+ event. Photo ID is required** \nStudent discount code is available. Please e-mail the organizer with your student e-mail to obtain it: kinksandcoffee2020@gmail.com
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/forbidden-films-at-the-mayfair/
LOCATION:The Mayfair Theatre\, 1074 Bank St\, Ottawa\, K1S 3X3\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wicked Wanda's":MAILTO:info@wickedwandas.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241118T002137Z
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SUMMARY:No Business as Usual During Genocide
DESCRIPTION:The genocide in Gaza has not stopped for 14 months\, and there are companies right here in Ottawa that are complicit and profiting off the continued violence. They benefit from trying to remain anonymous\, trying to sweep the crimes they help commit under the rug\, but we will not allow them! There will be no business as usual for anyone profiting off the blood of our people! \nJoin us on a walking tour of downtown Ottawa\, where we will stop at each complicit weapons manufacturer and remind them\, we know what side of history they are on.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/no-business-as-usual-during-genocide/
LOCATION:Human Rights Monument\, 220 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241118T004021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T004021Z
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SUMMARY:Sit in for Gazan Families – Demand Action Now
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Sit in for Gazan Families – Demand Action Now\nOn November 19th\, we’re gathering in front of House of Commons in Ottawa to stand in solidarity with our families and other Canadian-Palestinians demanding urgent\, fair action from our government.\nWhy This Matters:\nAs conflict and devastation continue in Gaza\, Canada’s Gaza TRV program has left our families in crisis stranded by unfair restrictions\, excessive security demands\, and a capped number of applications. This sit in is our chance to come together\, make our voices heard\, and urge our government to lift the barriers\, negotiate safe travel routes\, and provide equal protection for all refugee families.\nBe part of this urgent call for justice and change. Bring your chair\, your voice and stand in solidarity for compassion\, fairness\, and action.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/sit-in-for-gazan-families-demand-action-now/
LOCATION:Ottawa House of Commons\, 111 Wellington St\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A0A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241102T233135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T233135Z
UID:7213-1732042800-1732048200@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Queer Death Salon - Advance Planning for End of Life
DESCRIPTION:2SLGBTQIA+ people may face specific challenges in the legal and healthcare systems. You may need extra protections in advance care planning to ensure dignity and avoid conflict or discrimination. \nWe are continuing our 4-part series where we will discuss Advanced Planning for End Of Life as it relates to us in our communities. Over 2 remaining sessions\, we will together go over each section of the LGBTQ+ Advance Care Planning Toolkit published by SAGE. \nTuesday\, November 19 at 7 p.m. EST \nWe will review STEP 3 of the toolkit and discuss: \nhospice care\nend of life options\nsaying goodbye\nbody and organ donation\nnotification of death\nregistering a death\nsetling an estate
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/queer-death-salon-advance-planning-for-end-of-life-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241118T001653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T001653Z
UID:7326-1732042800-1732050000@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Palestinian Youth Movement General Volunteer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a general volunteer meeting on Tuesday November 19 as we come together to continue building our organizing work in Ottawa. We will be discussing the PYM International Fundraiser: The People Stand With Gaza and divvying up work for several upcoming fundraising initiatives. \nThroughout the devastation of this past year of genocide\, we have been humbled time and time again by the people of Gaza as they continuously affirm their steadfastness and commitment to defending their land no matter the cost. Our duty in supporting our people’s steadfastness is greater than ever before. Join us as we take up our role in the struggle for liberation. \nLocation: Sent upon registration
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/palestinian-youth-movement-general-volunteer-meeting/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241124T213323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T213323Z
UID:7406-1732089600-1732122000@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Auction for Indigenous Women & Girls with Disabilities (Lynn Gehl)
DESCRIPTION:Facebook-based Auction for Indigenous Women & Girls with Disabilities #IWagWid\n\n\nThis is a fundraising auction versus a sale to support the continued work that I (Lynn Gehl) is doing regarding Indigenous Women and Girls with Disabilities. Follow #IWagWid for more information.\n\n\nThe rules of this auction are:\n\n\n1 Canada only.\n\n\n2 Members must appreciate intersectional oppression and issues of compounded disability due to racism and sexism\, and in a way that best guides them to treat each other in a good way. I know there are competing needs and so we should try to be especially understanding.\n\n\n3 The auction opens November 20th 2024 and closes November 29th\, 2024; 12 noon EST.\n\n\n4 Items will be numbered and posted and then members bid on them. Make sure you record your item number.\n\n\n5 Some items will be posted with a starting bid reserve price; and some will require the winner bidder to cover the shipping.\n\n\n6 Due to limited capacity I will not be accepting donated items.\n\n\n7 On Nov 29th at noon a comment will be placed on each item that states “closed”.\n\n\n8 Once the auction is closed funds\, inclusive of shipping if required\, from the successful bidder should be directed via etransfer to lynngehl@gmail.com. See 11 below.\n\n\n9 Once the funds are received\, a comment will be placed on the string stating the funds were received. This item will be shipped once all funds are received for all items.\n\n\n10 If the funds are not received a reminder comment will be added. If there is no response the item will be offered to the next in line.\n\n\n11 It is asked that the successful bidder add the ITEM NUMBER and FULL ADDRESS with name to the etransfer. It is asked that people use this format.\n\n\nYour Name\nStreet Address\nCity\, Province\nPostal Code\n\n\nMiigwetch\,\nLynn
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/auction-for-indigenous-women-girls-with-disabilities-lynn-gehl/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241109T024951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T024951Z
UID:7276-1732127400-1732132800@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:A Trans Day Of Remembrance vigil in Ottawa is being organized and is set to happen at 7:00pm on Wednesday\, November 20th at the Human Rights Monument at 220 Elgin st.\nGathering and setup will start at 6:30\, and speeches and speaking will commence at 7:00 with name reading likely starting around 7:30. \nBring warm clothing including a hat\, mitts\, warm socks\, and anything else you need to stay warm. The vigil is often long and very cold. We will have some candles and hand warmers. If you have candles\, candle holders\, or drip cups\, please bring them. \nIf you would like to speak at the vigil\, please sign up using the link in our bio. A small honorarium will be offered (5-15 minutes). Priority will be given to transfeminine speakers. Palestinian and Jewish speakers are encouraged to sign up.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/trans-day-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:Human Rights Monument\, 220 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241118T002438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T002438Z
UID:7332-1732190400-1732206600@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:National Day of Action - Student Walk-out and Teach-in
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US! On November 21st walk out of your classes and join us at the people’s teach-in to learn more on the Palestinian movement. This is part of the national call to action to skip your classes and tell your administration that there will be no business as usual while they continue to invest in genocide. \nMore details coming soon! \nRoom 2017 Dunton Tower
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/national-day-of-action-student-walk-out-and-teach-in/
LOCATION:Dunton Tower\, Carleton University\, 1125 Colonel By Dr\, Ottawa\, K1S 5B6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T201500
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241118T001225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T001225Z
UID:7291-1732212000-1732220100@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:ORWC & CRFF present a Film/présente un film  - Polytechnique
DESCRIPTION:ORWC & CRFF present a Film – Polytechnique \nCome join us for a special screening of the powerful film Polytechnique at the Mayfair Theatre. This in-person event\, hosted by ORWC & CRFF\, promises to be a thought-provoking and impactful experience. Engage with a compelling story and connect with fellow film enthusiasts . \nORWC et CRFF présentent un film – Polytechnique \nJoignez-vous à nous pour une projection spéciale du puissant film Polytechnique au Théâtre Mayfair. Cet événement en personne\, organisé par ORWC et CRFF\, promet d’être une expérience qui fera réfléchir et qui aura un impact. Découvrez une histoire captivante et rencontrez d’autres passionnés de cinéma.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/orwc-crff-present-a-film-presente-un-film-polytechnique/
LOCATION:The Mayfair Theatre\, 1074 Bank St\, Ottawa\, K1S 3X3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042736
CREATED:20241118T001342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T001342Z
UID:7317-1732215600-1732222800@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Green like the Olive Trees: A discussion on climate justice and Palestine
DESCRIPTION:The climate community have an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the connections between climate justice and the fight for Palestinian liberation. \nFor this event\, we are welcoming you to a discussion alongside a prominent member of the Ottawa climate justice community who has recently been to the West Bank doing protective presence work with the International Solidarity Movement. We hope to have a productive conversation afterwards to learn from one another and open doors for more solidarity actions in support of the Palestinian liberation movement.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/green-like-the-olive-trees-a-discussion-on-climate-justice-and-palestine/
LOCATION:Richcraft Hall 3202\, Carleton University
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ORGANIZER;CN="Climate Justice Ottawa":MAILTO:climatejusticeottawa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241118T004326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T004326Z
UID:7341-1732276800-1732284000@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:National Day of Housing - Tell The Mayor to Stop Renovictions!
DESCRIPTION:ACORN members across the country are taking a stand during the National Day of Housing\, and we need YOU to be part of it!\n4 out of the 5 largest cities in Ontario have anti-displacement policies in place that protect tenants\, but Ottawa doesn’t have ANYTHING!\nThat’s why ACORN members in Ottawa will be going to Mayor Mark Sutcliffe’s office to deliver testimonies from tenants who have previously been or are currently being renovicted. With the vote on next steps for a renoviction bylaw coming soon\, we need to put pressure on the Mayor and city council to make sure they follow through on the bylaw and protect tenants from being displaced!\nHave you been evicted for renovations or demolition? Call us so we can add your testimony to the pile!\nWHEN: Fri\, Nov 22nd at 12:00PMWHERE: Meet at the Human Rights Monument (220 Elgin St)\nCheck out what other ACORN offices across the country have planned here: https://acorncanada.org/…/expand-tenant-rights-and…/\nSee you soon!
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/national-day-of-housing-tell-the-mayor-to-stop-renovictions/
LOCATION:Human Rights Monument\, 220 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa ACORN":MAILTO:ottawa@acorncanada.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241118T002756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T002819Z
UID:7334-1732294800-1732305600@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Anti-Palestinian Racism 101 Activist Edition\, Know your Rights\, and Solidarity Potluck!
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an evening of learning\, visiting\, and food! \nTwo workshops:\nAnti-Palestinian Racism 101: Activist Edition &\nKnow Your Rights \nRegistration is required\, room provided with registration.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/7334/
LOCATION:University of Ottawa\, 75 Laurier Ave East\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N6N5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241104T012146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T012146Z
UID:7227-1732300200-1732311000@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Riversong 2: Concert for the Kichi Sibi - Ottawa River
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for an evening of inspiring music from our guest artists: folk music icon Ian Tamblyn; singer-songwriter Pat Mayberry; lead singer and songwriter of Juno Award-winning Kobo Town\, Drew Gonsalves; Celtic group Dolas; Just Voices Choir; and Kebaowek First Nation Singers and Drummers. \nLet’s celebrate the power of music to bring people together for a good cause – to support Kebaowek First Nation’s legal challenge against a nuclear waste facility soon to be built next to the Ottawa River. \nTen Algonquin First Nations and their allies\, many environmental groups\, municipalities and residents have repeatedly said ‘No!’ to the Chalk River radioactive waste dump – but it was approved anyway. Having the free\, prior and informed consent of First Nations to dispose of hazardous waste is a moral and legal obligation. Kebaowek FN has taken the federal government to court to protect their rights and the Kichi Sibi that is the water source for millions of Canadians. Proceeds of this event will go directly to fund Kebaowek’s court battle. \nThe evening will include a silent auction with many beautiful donated items. Please join us from 6:30 to 7 PM to get your seat (no reserved seating) and check out the auction items. Bidding will continue during the refreshment break. \nFind out more about Kebaowek First Nation’s cause and Indigenous knowledge of the Kichi Sibi at stopnuclearwaste.com. To donate to the Kebaowek campaign\, please visit the RAVEN charity. \nMark your calendars for Friday\, November 22 and get ready for a night to remember! We thank all the musicians\, who are generously donating their time and talents. \nWe recommend buying tickets in advance. Seating is limited. (Cash\, credit/debit and e-transfers accepted at the door if seats available.) \n(c) Original artwork by Destiny Cote\, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg (cropped for use with this page). We are grateful for the support of the First United Church of Ottawa\, its WaterCare Allies\, and Concerned Citizens of Renfrew County and Area.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/riversong-2-concert-for-the-kichi-sibi-ottawa-river/
LOCATION:First United Church\, 347 Richmond Road\, Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241123T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241118T004643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T005828Z
UID:7343-1732383000-1732392000@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:I Will Sing and Be Brave: A concert for Trans Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is internationally recognized on November 20th every year. This day was set aside to memorialize those who were killed due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice. This concert will honour those we have lost\, lift up those who are struggling\, celebrate gender euphoria\, and recognize the continued fight for safety and equity of trans\, non-binary\, and gender diverse people throughout the world.\nJoin us after the concert as we strengthen our community over a soup-and-bread dinner.\nThe concert will be approx. 50 mins\, with the dinner starting at approx. 6:30pm. Dinner is included for all audience members\, volunteers\, and performers\, and will include gluten free\, dairy free\, and vegan options.\nThe Carleton Dominion Chalmers Centre is a wheelchair accessible space. For more information about access\, parking\, and transit\, please visit https://carleton.ca/cdcc/visiting/\nPlease contact info@tonecluster.ca if you have any questions.\nTicket costs are “Pay What You Can”; please choose the amount that works for you.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/i-will-sing-and-be-brave-a-concert-for-trans-day-of-rememberance/
LOCATION:Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre\, 290 Lisgar Street\, Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Tone Cluster - quite a queer choir":MAILTO:info@tonecluster.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241124T214651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T214651Z
UID:7414-1732435200-1732467600@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Unity on the Field Soccer Tournament Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join the PYM\, SJP Carleton\, and INSAF uOttawa for a community soccer fundraiser to raise money for the Palestinian Youth Movement’s International Fundraiser: The People Stand With Gaza! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelp us fundraise for our people in Gaza in partnership with the Canadian Palestinian Federation of Quebec (CPFQ)\, a non-profit that is working on the ground providing essential service to displaced families in Gaza. \n\nFor all players who want to take part in this tournament\, register (link below) your team to play or sign up as an individual and we will assign you a team.\n\nEveryone is welcome to attend\, watch\, and cheer on your team! Make sure to also check out our educational tables to learn more about the Palestinian soccer team.\n\n🗓️ Saturday November 30th\n⏰ 2:30-6:30PM\n📍Orleans Dome 6588 Carrière St\n🔔Registration Deadline to Play: November 27th \n\nRegister here:\n\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9rklh1uKyor3hlEof7m8MiF-zjYco5sPC9ha-MW9uQ1C8Mg/viewform\n\n\nPayment: E-transfer to pymottawa@gmail.com\nRegistration is only confirmed when payment is made
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/unity-on-the-field-soccer-tournament-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Orleans Dome\, 6588 Carrière St\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241124T213109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T213203Z
UID:7403-1732555800-1732561200@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Queer and Trans Anti-Hate Fireside Chat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fireside chat on the role of workers\, unions and social movements in combating rising homophobic and transphobic violence from the far right. \nHosted by the CAPE Equity and Education Committees\, our speakers will speak to the realities and challenges faced by queer and trans people inside and out of the workplace\, and explain why combating anti-queer/anti-trans hate and exclusion is a crucial workplace and union issue – for all of us. \nThe evening will feature a conversation between dedicated activists\, including: \n\nFae Johnstone\, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Society of Queer Momentum;\nCeleste Trianon\, transfeminine jurist and activist; and\nEmily Quaile\, activist with Community Solidarity Ottawa.\n\nThis event comes to you with support from CAPE’s newly formed Queer and Trans Workers Equity Caucus (QTWEC). Come out on November 25th to hear more about QTWEC – and to find out how CAPE members can join the caucus and get involved in this work! \nRSVP \nMonday\, November 25\n5:30 pm to 7 pm ET \nHybrid event – CAPE office and Zoom\nNote the capacity of approximately 35 people in-person\, first come first serve.\nFor people attending in person\, a light dinner will be served.\nIf you selected to attend in person but our capacity has been reached\, you will receive a Zoom link to attend online instead. \nInterpretation will be provided. \nBios \nFae Johnstone has dedicated her life to advancing equality\, freedom and rights for queer and trans people. With over a decade of advocacy under her belt\, she is a force to be reckoned with and one of Canada’s most prominent queer human rights advocates. As Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Society of Queer Momentum\, Fae is on a mission to mobilize advocates and allies toward a more free\, equal and socially just future. Within her advocacy\, she travels across Canada supporting queer advocates and allies on the ground\, gracing conference stages and building bridges with allies and sibling movements in every province and territory. Fae has received numerous awards and accolades for her work\, including serving as Grand Marshal of the Ottawa Capital Pride Parade in 2023 and National Grand Marshal of Saskatoon Pride in 2024. She was also on a chocolate bar. \nCeleste Trianon is a transfeminine jurist and activist\, active across Turtle Island but residing in the unceded\, stolen lands traditionally in the custody of the Kanien’kehá:ka. Active at both the grassroots and in the courtroom\, she runs various access-to-justice initiatives throughout her home province of Québec to make life easier for trans people of all ages and backgrounds. When she isn’t holding a pen\, a mic or a megaphone\, she can be spotted cycling around\, enjoying a cheap meal and good urbanism. \nEmily Quaile is a Masters’ student at the Institute of Political Economy\, completing her thesis on political consciousness and the rise of fascism in Canada. She is a queer mom and an active community organizer resisting hate in our streets. She served as an executive board member of her local\, CUPE 4600\, and continues to forge links between grassroots and institutions. As a former theatre artist\, Emily brings an interdisciplinary focus to her academic and activist work.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/queer-and-trans-anti-hate-fireside-chat/
LOCATION:ACEP/CAPE\, 350 Albert Street\, Suite 1800\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 1A4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241109T024029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T000920Z
UID:7259-1732647600-1732654800@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening: Where Olive Trees Weep
DESCRIPTION:The Justice and Equality Action Group of First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa invites you to a screening of Where Olive Trees Weep: No One Is Free Until We Are All Free. \nFilmed in the West Bank in 2022\, this documentary portrays the everyday experiences of Palestinians resisting dehumanization\, violence\, and erasure at the hands of the Israeli occupation. Featuring Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish\, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi\, Israeli journalist Amira Hass\, and Canadian trauma expert and Holocaust survivor Dr. Gabor Maté. \nFirst Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa\, 30 Cleary Ave.\nTuesday\, November 26\, 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.\nFree admission\, donations welcome \nAfnan Kaid\, who is studying Human Relations and Spirituality at Saint Paul University while serving as Student Association president\, will speak before the screening. \nFor more on the film and to watch the trailer\, visit https://whereolivetreesweep.com.
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/film-screening-where-olive-trees-weep/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa\, 30 Cleary Ave\, Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241118T001829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T001829Z
UID:7328-1732820400-1732827600@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:TEACH-IN: The Regional Dimension of the Palestinian Struggle
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, November 28th at 7 PM for a teach-in on the regional dynamics of the Palestinian struggle. In this session\, we will explore the role that various regional forces and political actors play in the Palestinian struggle\, the connections and tensions between them\, and how they fit within the imperialist system. This session will explore how key regional forces—including Lebanon\, Yemen\, Iraq\, and Iran—shape the Palestinian struggle\, along with the impact of the US-Zionist alliance on the region. \nTogether\, we’ll confront essential questions: Who are our allies? Who opposes us? And how does the broader regional landscape affect our path toward liberation? Dive deeper with us into the influence of regional actors\, the ways imperialism drives strategies across the region\, and the role of competing tensions within the wider resistance. Registration required!
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/teach-in-the-regional-dimension-of-the-palestinian-struggle/
LOCATION:Bronson Centre\, 211 Bronson Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T042737
CREATED:20241201T221050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241201T221050Z
UID:7465-1733221800-1733245200@www.punchupcollective.org
SUMMARY:Please Attend December 3 Online Court Hearing to Stop Moe Harkat's Deportation to Torture
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, December 3 at 10:30 am\, the Federal Court of Canada will be judicially reviewing the Canadian government’s perverse decision that recommended deporting Ottawa resident Moe Harkat to torture. While Moe has lived in Canada for almost 30 years\, and the case against him is seriously flawed beyond belief\, it is appalling that Canada continues to persecute him and his wife\, Sophie. \nSanta will be watching\, and Santa hopes you will be too. \nSince International Human Rights Day\, December 10\, 2002\, Moe has been subject to the medieval\, human rights violating secret hearing security certificate regime\, under which secret allegations are made but you have no real right to contest their substance\, much less face your accusers. \nThe hearing will be broadcast online\, and we would appreciate it if you are able to attend some or all of the day-long hearing. For the weblink\, please contact Matthew at Stop Canadian Involvement in Torture at tasc@web.ca as soon as possible (and no later than Monday at 12 noon)\, as space will be limited. \nFor background on Moe’s case\, please read https://rabble.ca/…/canadas-slow-drip-torture-refugee…/ \nIf you have not signed and shared our petition yet\, visit https://www.change.org/…/help-stop-my-husband-s… \nThanks! \nMatthew BehrensStop Canadian Involvement in Torture
URL:https://www.punchupcollective.org/reo-calendar/please-attend-december-3-online-court-hearing-to-stop-moe-harkats-deportation-to-torture/
LOCATION:Ontario
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