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May 8, 2026 - Planning in the Face of Fascism

When: May 8 to 10
Where University of Toronto, 170 St George St

Planners Network, a network of progressive planners, academics, students and activists based in North America, also known as Turtle Island, and beyond, is seeking proposals for the conference celebrating its 50th anniversary: Planning in the Face of Fascism.

The theme of this conference engages the pressing political challenge confronting progressive people around the world, namely, the global resurgence of the phenomenon popularly known as fascism. While there are of course still academic debates on the proper name to grasp the nature of the current conjuncture, it is clear that the various situations in which planners work--in relation to forces of state, economy and people - are being decisively shaped by comparatively varied combinations of authoritarianism and the far right.

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Feb 15, 2026 - Introduction to Socialism

When: Sundays, February 15 to April 5

Curious about socialism? Interested about if it is really possible and taking a sober look at the problems it will face? Want to discuss how to begin affecting change right now?

In these uncertain and dangerous times, The Leo Panitch School for Socialist Education is a space to listen, discuss and challenge the contemporary relevancy of socialism.

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Feb 12, 2026 - Virtual screening: Teresita’s Dream

When: Thursday, February 12th, 8pm

This documentary tells the story of Cuban scientist Teresita Rodríguez, whose journey to find a treatment for Alzheimer's was inspired by her personal experience caring for her mother.

The film -- which is not yet available to stream anywhere online -- was produced by Belly of the Beast, an award-winning team that is a collaboration between Cuba and U.S.-based journalists and filmmakers.

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Feb 12, 2026 - Booklaunch: Notes Toward a Digital Workers’ Inquiry

When: February 12th, 7pm
Where: Friends House, 60 Lowther Ave

Join us as we celebrate the launch of Notes Toward a Digital Workers Inquiry, a brand new book full of first-hand accounts from the tech sector's resurgent labor movement as artificial intelligence gains ground in every facet of our lives.

As tech billionaires align with Trump, they are also launching a renewed assault on labor through artificial intelligence and alienating tactics. But for now, it still takes workers to make fortunes for the bosses, and collective action is again on the rise. Previously thought to be "unorganizable," these workers are part of a North American movement that is reaffirming faith in collective revolutionary action through new methods of organizing, new ways of association, and a new synthesis of traditional labor activities with original research.

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Feb 12, 2026 - Black History Month: Being Black

When: Thursday February 12th, 6pm

We're living through a global shift, whether culturally, politically, economically or environmentally, but what does that mean for the Black community?

Everyone is invited to join us in a discussion on the importance of acknowledging the impact our choices and actions make, and the continued work being done to end anti-Black racism.

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