Action Item: Help Aljazeera English broadcast in Canada

What: Starting on May 7th, the Canadian public was asked to comment on Aljazeera English’s application for the right to broadcast in Canada. Canadians have until June 8th to comment to the government (i.e. the CRTC) to accept Aljazeera’s application.
Please click here to submit your comments. It will take less than 60 seconds.

More Info: CRTC Website, CBC article

Event: May 24 – Demonstration (Commemorating the Nakba)

What: Demonstration to support the right of return for Palestinian refugees and to reaffirm the Right of Return of “the 1948 refugees” and to support the international campaign for boycott, divestment and sanctions.
When: Sunday, May 24th 2009 (13:30)
Where: Norman-Bethune Square, corner Guy & De Maisonneuve (metro Guy-Concordia)
Facebook: Event Page
More Info: info@tadamon.ca

Event: May 13 – Gaza: Everything is a target

What: This is an amazing opportunity for us to acquire first-hand observations from the aftermath of the offensive in Gaza. After visiting Gaza, Palestine in March, Ehab Lotayef will share with you his photos and observations about what he witnessed there followed by a discussion about the deepening crisis in the Middle East.
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When: Wednesday, May 13th 2009 (19:00)
Where: Concordia University, 2149 MacKay (between de Maisonneuve and Sherbrooke), SCPA room 104
Facebook: Event Page
Hosted By: SPHR-Concordia
More Info: www.lotayef.com

Event: Apr 12 – Artists Against Apartheid VII

What: Artists Against Apartheid is the seventh concert occurring within the international campaign for boycott, divestment and sanctions against Israeli apartheid.
Featuring: Advaar, Kaie Kellough, Molly Sweeney, Malcolm Goldstein, Lori Freedman, Bax (Claude Maheu & Nicholas Calloia) and Stefan Christoff.

When: Sunday, April 12th 2009 (20:00)
Where: La Sala Rossa, 4848 St. Laurent
Facebook: Event Page (includes more info on featured artists)
Hosted By: Tadamon! Montreal
More Info: info@tadamon.ca, 514-664-1036

Event: Apr 9 – Gaza: Eye Witness Report

What: Just back from Gaza, Ehab Lotayef will share with you his photos and observations about what he witnessed there followed by a discussion about the deepening crisis in the Middle East.
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When: Thursday, April 9th 2009 (18:00)
Where: McGill University, Leacock Building (Room 26), 855 Sherbrooke Street West
Facebook: Event Page
Hosted By: Get Up! CMSJ & SPHR McGill
More Info: www.lotayef.com

Event: Mar 30 – The Destruction of Gaza

The Coalition for Justice and Peace in Palestine (CJPP) invites you to commemorate Palestine Land Day: An event of resistance against: the Occupation – the Settlements – the Wall – the Siege of Gaza – Israeli Apartheid; and day of solidarity with the people of Palestine.

What: An eyewitness report and slide show by Ehab Lotayef Une présentation de photos et rapport du séjour d’un témoin oculaire qui revient tout juste de Gaza par Ehab Lotayef.
When: Monday, March 30th 2009 (19:00)
Where: Atwater Library Auditorium, 1200 Atwater street
Hosted By: The Coalition for Justice and Peace in Palestine (CJPP)

Event: Mar 30 – “Palestine Land Day” Demonstration

The Coalition for Justice and Peace in Palestine (CJPP) invites you to commemorate Palestine Land Day: An event of resistance against: the Occupation – the Settlements – the Wall – the Siege of Gaza – Israeli Apartheid; and day of solidarity with the people of Palestine.

What: Protest at the Israeli consulate and a symbolic planting of an olive tree. Rassemblement devant le Consulat israélien pour y planter symboliquement un olivier.
When: Monday, March 30th 2009 (17:30)
Where: Corner Ste-Catherine & Greene (Metro Atwater)
Hosted By: The Coalition for Justice and Peace in Palestine (CJPP)

Event: Mar 16 – Defending Palestinian Human Rights Across Borders

What: Two excellent speakers, Israeli activist Yoana Gonen and Palestinian professor and poet Sami Kilani will be visiting the Faculty of Law on Monday March 16th for an illuminating discussion on different aspects of the Occupation and Palestinian human rights. Issues to be discussed include the history of the left wing peace movement in Israel and the rise of the radical right, experiences with non-violent resistance, as well as the impact of the Occupation on Palestinian education.
Please join us for this panel discussion followed by a question period.
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When: Monday, March 16th 2009 (18:00 – 20:00)
Where: McGill University, NCDH Moot Court, McGill Faculty of Law, 3644 Peel
Facebook: Event Page
More Info: phrw.mcgill@gmail.com

Event: Mar 18 – Lecture “To Gaza and Back: Dr. Abdel-Rahman Lawendy”

What: “Join us for a unique lecture, presented by Dr.Abdel-Rahman Lawendy, giving you a true first hand humanitarian account of the implications brought about by the offensive on Gaza.

Dr. Lawendy travelled to war-torn Gaza during the latest crisis and was part of the international medical volunteer team who worked at a local Gaza hospital. He was able to document and chronicle many of the events. Currently, he is travelling to various campuses to share his experiences and provide a first hand humanitarian account from a medical perspective, continuing to promote his message about the importance of peace and power of people to effect change. “

When: Wednesday, March 18th 2009 (18:30 – 20:00)
Where: McGill University, Stewart Biology Building (S1/3), 1205 Avenue Docteur Penfield
Facebook: Event Page
More Info: tala.al-jabri@mail.mcgill.ca

Event: Mar 17 – The View from the Ground: An Israeli Soldier’s Account

What: A talk by Avichay Sharon.

Avichay Sharon has a unique perspective on the situation in the Middle East. When the second Palestinian Intifada broke out in 2000, Sharon had just joined the Israeli Army. Serving for the next three years as a combat soldier in the “Egoz” unit, he was involved in operations throughout the West Bank and Gaza, doing search-and-arrests and house invasions. After his service, he co-founded “Breaking the Silence,” an organization of veteran Israeli soldiers which publicizes testimonies of soldiers. They want Israel to confront the truth about its policies.

When: Tuesday, March 17th 2009 (19:30 – 22:00)
Where: McGill University, Leacock Building (room 232), 855 Sherbrooke Street West
Facebook: Event Page
More Info: youngjewsforsocialjustice@gmail.com