Posts Filed Under: activism

Imagine Life After Trump Goes Nuclear

Tonight's politically minded theatrical cabaret asked contributing playwrights to come up with short pieces on possible "Nuclear Option" fallouts.

By Steve Fisher Apr. 24th, 4:00 pm

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Look Back on Toronto’s Gay Bathhouse Raids

Revisit stories of the people impacted by Toronto's 1981 bathhouse raids, which ignited Canada's queer rights movement.

By Steve Fisher Mar. 22nd, 4:15 pm

Talk Trumpism at OCAP Speaker Series

Guest speakers on how to mobilize against Trump and support people living in poverty.

By Steve Fisher Mar. 16th, 3:15 pm

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Historicist: Strike Against Hitlerism

Thousands of Torontonians join a protest against fascism in July 1933.

By David Wencer Feb. 26th, 10:45 am

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Three Local Anti-Racism Campaigns You Need to Know About Now

Alarming hateful and racist acts aren't only happening south of the border. Here's a look at some initiatives that are combatting discrimination here.

By Torontoist Dec. 1st, 1:30 pm

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Why I’m Going to Miss Beit Zatoun

The centre helped me learn about my Palestinian heritage. Now, it's closing.

By Amanda Ghazale Aziz Nov. 24th, 2:37 pm

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VIDEO: Inside the Animal Slaughter Protest by Toronto Vegans

Charged with mischief last year for offering water to a pig on a truck headed to a slaughterhouse, Anita Krajnc organized the event.

By Zach Ruiter Aug. 15th, 3:00 pm

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That Time Gord Perks Told Off the Premier

A look back at a moment in history when the young then-activist took David Peterson to task.

By Kelli Korducki Jul. 30th, 4:45 pm

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Protesters Halt Work at Enbridge Pipeline Site in North Toronto

Demonstration at Dufferin and Finch the latest of many against the company's controversial Line 9 project.

By Graeme Bayliss • Photo by Giordano CiampiniAug. 11th, 12:18 pm

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Historicist: “We Are Confident That Victory Is in Sight.”

Four months after his release in 1990 from decades of imprisonment, Nelson Mandela visited Toronto.

By Jamie Bradburn Jul. 6th, 12:03 pm

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Junction Residents Hope to Transform a Police Station into a Community Centre

When the Toronto Police Service moved out of 209 Mavety Street, local residents saw an opportunity.

By Kaitlyn Kochany Apr. 2nd, 10:30 am

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Promoting Toronto’s Pedestrians

A new advocacy group aims to make the city's streetscape more pedestrian-friendly.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 14th, 11:30 am

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Fighting for the TTC: Meet CodeRedTO

CodeBlueTO fought for a measured, evidence-based approach to developing our waterfront—and won. Can CodeRedTO do the same for transit planning?

By Hamutal Dotan Jan. 5th, 3:15 pm

Scene: Protesting Conditions in the Congo

At Yonge and Dundas, calling attention to the role of Canadian mining corporations.

By Sarah-Joyce Battersby Dec. 31st, 4:15 pm

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2011 Villain: Occupy Toronto

Nominated for: squandering a rare opportunity.

By Patrick Metzger • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 15th, 3:31 pm

2011 Hero: Occupy Toronto

Nominated for: establishing a beachhead of resistance during an age of austerity.

By Todd Aalgaard • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 12th, 12:19 pm

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What’s Next for Occupy Toronto?

Post-eviction, protesters and supporters are working to maintain the movement's momentum and determine next steps.

By Kelli Korducki • Photos by Christopher DrostNov. 28th, 10:00 am

Occupy Toronto Being Gradually Cleared in Calm Police Effort

Police move into St. James Park at 6:30 a.m.; protesters work to dismantle main yurt while City crews begin clean-up effort.

By Hamutal Dotan • Photo by Christopher DrostNov. 23rd, 9:00 am