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Apr 21, 2026 - Film: We Lend A Hand

When: Tuesday, April 21st, 7pm

From 1941-52, thousands of Ontario high school women, from cities (including Toronto), towns and rural areas devoted their summers to support agricultural labour during and after WWII. During WWII, our farm produce was shipped to Europe to feed the needs of the war effort.

Following the screening, Bonnie Sitter, co-author of Onion Skins and Peach Fuzz, Memories of Ontario Farmerettes, along with some special guests, will share the stories and experiences of the Farmerettes.

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Apr 20, 2026 - DSC Orientation

When: April 20th, 7pm

In this one-hour session, you will listen to a brief presentation outlining the DSC's mission, structure, and activities, and learn how to get involved in your local Chapter and/or on a National level. Following the presentation, we will have a discussion period and the organizers will answer any questions you may have.

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Apr 20, 2026 - TWC Book Club

When: April 20th, 7pm
Where: Bahen Centre, 40 St George St

Beyond the endless hype of AI, how does automation really affect work? Come read Automation and the Future of Work by Aaron Benanav with Tech Workers Coalition (TWC) and discuss what social movements can do and how society can adapt to these changes. This meeting will cover chapters 1-3.

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Apr 20, 2026 - Pervention of Violence against Women

When: Monday, April 20th, 9:30am

A national feminist legal-justice gathering during Prevention of Violence Against Women week, highlighting - Gender Based Violence, spotlighting breakthrough litigation and policy shifts advancing safety, dignity and justice for survivors of intimate partner and sexualized violence.

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Apr 19, 2026 - Palestinian Prisoners' Day

When: Sunday, April 19th, 2pm-9pm
Where: Sent to registrants

Today, over 9000 Palestinians political prisoners are held in Israeli prisons, where they face starvation, torture, and the systematic denial of their basic rights. At the same time, the zionist state is advancing legislation that would allow for the mass execution of prisoners, further escalating and deepening already brutal and inhumane conditions. Palestinian Prisoners historically have always been a compass in our struggle and their freedom is a fundamental tether to our liberation.

In a moment like this, our responsibility is clear: our commitment must only grow stronger. It is more urgent than ever that we organize and act to confront this reality.

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Apr 19, 2026 - Day of Action for Cuba

When: April 19th, 1pm
Where: Christie Pits Park, 750 Bloor St. W.

Day of Action for Cuba. With Toronto Association for Peace and Solidarity (TAPS) and 2 others.

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Apr 19, 2026 - Off the Defensive General Assembly

When: April 19th, 12pm
Where: WAC, 720 Spadina, Suite 221

Join us on Sunday April 19th as we launch our new organization to the public, discuss neighbourhood organizing and possibilities to advance the class struggle.

If you are interested in learning about, joining or working with us to advance the fight of the working class, join us.

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Apr 18, 2026 - Film: BOYCOTT

When: April 18th, 7pm
Where: Friends House, 60 Lowther

Join us for a screening of the 2021 gripping movie "Boycott", an empowering story about everyday Americans challenging laws intending to silence boycotts aimed at Israel's horrifying human rights record. But we're not just watching, we're mobilizing.

After the credits roll, stay for an unfiltered panel with some of the key voices leading BDS efforts in Toronto, and head over to our GTA Boycott for Palestine table to learn about the many ways you can join the movement and put your solidarity into action. We will also have merch, yummy snacks, and an all around great crowd.

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Apr 18, 2026 - Cuba Resists

When: Saturday April 18th, 3pm
Where: 24 Cecil St

Join us for a political/cultural event.

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Apr 18, 2026 - Amnesty International Toronto Regional Meeting

When: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Where: Oakham House, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), 63 Gould St
Tickets: $25 (lunch provided)

Join Amnesty International Toronto Organization (AITO) for our upcoming Regional Meeting on Saturday, April 18, 2026. It'll be an informative, energizing day with opportunities to learn more about human rights issues, take action, network, and more!

Our keynote speaker will be Alex Neve, former Amnesty International Canada - English Section Secretary General and 2025 Massey Lecturer. We'll have panel discussions with special guests, Chief Na'Moks and Jesse Stoeppler, Wet'suwet'en First Nation, on land defence and Indigenous rights; and Murray Klippenstein and Cory Wanless, sharing the incredible story of the successful, precedent-setting lawsuits against Hudbay Minerals; a play reading of "The Last Walk of Adolfo Ich"; and lots of petitions and actions.

Registration is now open. The deadline to register is March 28, 2026. Tickets are limited, so don't wait!

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Apr 18, 2026 - Toronto Tenant Union

When: April 18th, 10am
Where: Bishop Marrocco School, 1515 Bloor St W

The Founding Convention of the Toronto Tenant Union marks a bold new chapter, merging our strength, and growing our collective power across the city. This is how we get tenants organized and landlords paying attention. Together, we're building a force that can stand up to rising rents, push back against unfair treatment, and demand the housing justice Toronto deserves. This is your moment to step into something bigger and help shape a movement that refuses to be ignored.

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Apr 18, 2026 - Earth Day Globe Walk

When: Saturday April 18th, from Sunrise to Sunset
Where: Scarborough to High Park

Let's reignite the call for safe air, clean water and a fair, healthy future for all. From sunrise to sunset, join your neighbours for Earth Day celebrations across the city!

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Apr 17, 2026 - South Asian Feminisms in Diaspora Toronto

When: April 17th, 7pm
Where: 240 Jarvis St

Featuring a keynote by Sunera Thobani and discussion with editors and contributors Amina Jamal, Jane Ku, Maryam Khan, Marshia Akbar, Ayesha Mian Akram and Safiyya Hosein

This is both a live in person event and will be livestreamed on Zoom. Everyone registered will be sent a zoom link prior to the event.

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Apr 17, 2026 - TWC Canada Social with NY Times Tech Guild

When: April 17th, 6:30pm
Where: The Jason George, 100 Front St E

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting two friends from the TWC Global who are in town to participate in the DemocracyXchange for this workshop on Collective Action and Workplace Organizing in Big Tech.

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Apr 17, 2026 - All Out for Palestinian Prisoners

When: April 17th, 5:30pm
Where: Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St E

Today, as over 9,000 Palestinians are held in Israeli prisons, the Israeli Knesset's passage of the bill legalizing the execution of Palestinian prisoners, putting our struggle for the liberation of our prisoners at a critical moment. Palestinian Prisoners historically have always been a compass in our struggle and their freedom is fundamental to the liberation of Palestine.

Join us for a protest for Palestinian Prisoners' Day, an annual commemoration that centers imprisoned Palestinians as the heart of our struggle. With the passing of this bill, the fight for dignity and liberation of our prisoners has never been more urgent.

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Apr 17, 2026 - LNG: Not In Our National Interest

When: Friday April 17th, 9:30am
Where: Minister of the Environment's Office, 1028 Queen St. E

LNG stands for liquefied natural gas. It's a fossil fuel that's supercooled into liquid form so it can be shipped around the world. While companies promote LNG as an economic opportunity, the reality is that these projects are extremely expensive and depend on billions of dollars in public funding to move forward. That means taxpayer money -- your money -- could be used to prop up risky fossil fuel megaprojects that may never deliver the promised benefits.

At the same time, expanding LNG locks Canada into decades more of fossil fuel use, delaying the transition to cleaner energy when we need it most. Instead of doubling down on the past, we have an opportunity to invest in renewable energy solutions -- including Indigenous-led projects -- that can create good jobs, lower energy costs, and build a more stable and sustainable economy.

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Apr 16, 2026 - Volunteer for Renters’ Rights

When: April 16th, 6pm
Where: Meet at St. George Station

Doug Ford's government passed new legislation (Bill 60) that makes it easier for landlords to evict renters and make finding an affordable place to live even harder. Join Progress Toronto in knocking on doors inside rental buildings across Toronto to make sure Ford still feels the pressure for his threats to renters.

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Apr 16, 2026 - Know Your Rights At Work

When: Thursday April 16th, 6pm
Where: The Hub, 2660 Eglinton Ave E

Join us at The Hub in Scarborough on Thursday, April 16 at 6pm for a free and confidential workshop. You will learn your basic rights at work and how to protect them.

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Apr 16, 2026 - Workers' Justice

When: Every Thursday - April 16 or April 23 (final date will be confirmed with registered participants)

Free, in-person course for workers and community members in Jane-Finch, Rexdale, and Northwest Toronto.

Participants who attend at least 6 of the 8 sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Global Labour Research Centre at York University.

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Apr 15, 2026 - Art Build and Film Screening

When: April 15th, 5:30pm
Where: Worker's Action Centre, 720 Spadina Ave, Unit 206

Let's come together to make art for our celebration of International Workers' Day (May 1st), and then we'll watch the film Harlan County USA (1976).

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