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SUMMARY:Mall Crawl
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-13/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190125T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190125T133000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20190123T023007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T234533Z
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SUMMARY:Mall Crawl
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-12/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190123T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190123T231511Z
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SUMMARY:Worker's Wednesday Meeting & Social
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our general meeting & social\, hosted by the Retail Action Network! \nIf you have never been to a Worker’s Wednesday meeting before\,  try to arrive early to get introduced over dinner\, and to learn a bit about the Retail Action Network\, and how you can get involved!  \n5:30pm-6:15pm – Community Dinner\nJoin us for a meal cooked by the Fernwood NRG. There are vegetarian and meat options available and the meal is made from 90% reclaimed foods. RAN will be covering the cost of this by-donation meal for all Worker’s Wednesday attendees.  \n6:30pm-8:00pm – General Meeting & Social\nWorking groups and committees report back on what they have been up to in the fight for workplace justice this month\, we will talk about upcoming RAN actions & volunteer opportunities\, and then a chance to socialize! \nInterested in helping out? We’re always looking for greeters to help welcome folks to the space.  \nThanks and hope to see you there! \nEvent Details: \nThis is a free event; all are welcome to attend. \nAll ages event \nBus tickets available at the door. \nThis event is taking place within Lkwungen Territory. \nAccessibility: \nfernwood community centre (1240 gladstone):\n• dinner is located in the gym on the lower floor. Accessible by ramp from the main entrance or around the back of the building by the outside doors.\n• wheelchair accessible space.\n• two single-stall\, wheelchair accessible gender-inclusive bathrooms available\, one on the lower level and one on the upper.\n• gymnasium is lit by both overhead lights and skylights. \n— how to get to there: —\nfernwood community centre\, 1240 gladstone ave:\nbc transit routes #22 [fernwood ave]\, #2\, #27\, #28 [pandora ave]\, #24\, #25 [cook st]\, #10 [bay street]\nContact: \nIf you have any questions about the event\, don’t hesitate to contact Eric@RetailAction.ca \n————————————- \nThis event takes place within the traditional territory of the Lkwungen peoples\, today represented by the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. The Retail Action Network organizes within Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke Territory.​ The displacement of Indigenous people from here and around the world\, through colonialism\, has historically been the backbone of capitalism and a vehicle for the extraction of resources. Working class settlers through history\, displaced from their own communities\, have been pawns to enforce the violence of colonialism. This process continues today. Colonialism has important and real implications for why and how we organize workers. Centuries of resistance to capitalism and colonialism have shaped today’s labour movement; we continue to learn and take direction from Indigenous led anti-colonial movements. We extend our appreciation to the Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke peoples for the opportunity to live\, work\, organize\, and celebrate together on this territory.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/workers-wednesday-meeting-social-2/
LOCATION:Fernwood NRG\, 1240 Gladstone Ave\, Victoria\, BC V8T 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190114T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190114T143000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181215T001642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T021517Z
UID:8774-1547472600-1547476200@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the Retail Action Network?\nIf you want to understand what the Retail Action Network is all about or are interested in getting involved\, this is the opportunity to get oriented with RAN: who we are\, what we do\, how we operate\, services we offer\, and how you can support us! \nAnyone is welcome at this volunteer orientation! \nIf you can’t make this orientation session\, don’t worry!\nOrientations are held every 2nd Monday from 1:20-2:30pm\, and every 4th Wednesday from 5:00-6:00pm. If neither of those times work for you\, get in touch and we can schedule an orientation that works with your schedule!  \nIf you are interested in attending this orientation\, or if you have any questions\, please email Heidi@workersolidarity.ca.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/volunteer-orientation-3/
LOCATION:TBD\, 938 North Loop 1604 West\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181126T004547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T211518Z
UID:8305-1545845400-1545854400@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Worker's Wednesday Meeting & Social
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our general meeting & social\, hosted by the Retail Action Network! \nIf you have never been to a Worker’s Wednesday meeting before\,  try to arrive early to get introduced over dinner\, and to learn a bit about the Retail Action Network\, and how you can get involved!  \n5:30pm-6:15pm – Community Dinner\nJoin us for a meal cooked by the Fernwood NRG. There are vegetarian and meat options available and the meal is made from 90% reclaimed foods. RAN will be covering the cost of this by-donation meal for all Worker’s Wednesday attendees.  \n6:30pm-8:00pm – General Meeting & Social\nWorking groups and committees report back on what they have been up to in the fight for workplace justice this month\, we will talk about upcoming RAN actions & volunteer opportunities\, and then a chance to socialize! \nInterested in helping out? We’re always looking for greeters to help welcome folks to the space.  \nThanks and hope to see you there! \nEvent Details: \nThis is a free event; all are welcome to attend. \nAll ages event \nBus tickets available at the door. \nThis event is taking place within Lkwungen Territory. \nAccessibility: \nfernwood community centre (1240 gladstone):\n• dinner is located in the gym on the lower floor. Accessible by ramp from the main entrance or around the back of the building by the outside doors.\n• wheelchair accessible space.\n• two single-stall\, wheelchair accessible gender-inclusive bathrooms available\, one on the lower level and one on the upper.\n• gymnasium is lit by both overhead lights and skylights. \n— how to get to there: —\nfernwood community centre\, 1240 gladstone ave:\nbc transit routes #22 [fernwood ave]\, #2\, #27\, #28 [pandora ave]\, #24\, #25 [cook st]\, #10 [bay street]\nContact: \nIf you have any questions about the event\, don’t hesitate to contact Eric@RetailAction.ca \n————————————- \nThis event takes place within the traditional territory of the Lkwungen peoples\, today represented by the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. The Retail Action Network organizes within Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke Territory.​ The displacement of Indigenous people from here and around the world\, through colonialism\, has historically been the backbone of capitalism and a vehicle for the extraction of resources. Working class settlers through history\, displaced from their own communities\, have been pawns to enforce the violence of colonialism. This process continues today. Colonialism has important and real implications for why and how we organize workers. Centuries of resistance to capitalism and colonialism have shaped today’s labour movement; we continue to learn and take direction from Indigenous led anti-colonial movements. We extend our appreciation to the Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke peoples for the opportunity to live\, work\, organize\, and celebrate together on this territory.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/workers-wednesday-meeting-social/
LOCATION:Fernwood NRG\, 1240 Gladstone Ave\, Victoria\, BC V8T 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181221T133000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181218T234509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181222T000035Z
UID:8876-1545390000-1545399000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Last Mall Crawl of 2018!
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Thursday for our final Mall Crawl of 2018\, as we share the Grade My Boss campaign with individuals at work. This is a great opportunity to show solidarity with overworked and underpaid workers as we head into the holiday shopping season!  \nWe will be meeting at the VEC (1415 Broad St) at 11:00am\, before heading to the mall. Transportation will be provided as well as training for anyone who hasn’t done a Mall Crawl before. \nEmail heidi@workersolidarity.ca to RSVP \nHope to see you there!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/last-mall-crawl-of-2018/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181210T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181110T004219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T230711Z
UID:7909-1544448600-1544452200@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the Retail Action Network?\nIf you want to understand what the Retail Action Network is all about or are interested in getting involved\, this is the opportunity to get oriented with RAN: who we are\, what we do\, how we operate\, services we offer\, and how you can support us! \nAnyone is welcome at this volunteer orientation! \nIf you can’t make this orientation session\, don’t worry!\nOrientations are held every 2nd Monday from 1:20-2:30pm\, and every 4th Wednesday from 5:00-6:00pm. If neither of those times work for you\, get in touch and we can schedule an orientation that works with your schedule!  \nIf you are interested in attending this orientation\, or if you have any questions\, please email Heidi@workersolidarity.ca.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/volunteer-orientation-2/
LOCATION:TBD\, 938 North Loop 1604 West\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181107T221728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T000048Z
UID:7798-1543426200-1543435200@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Worker's Wednesday Meeting & Social
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our general meeting & social\, hosted by the Retail Action Network! \nIf you have never been to a Worker’s Wednesday meeting before\,  try to arrive early to get introduced over dinner\, and to learn a bit about the Retail Action Network\, and how you can get involved!  \n5:30pm-6:15pm – Community Dinner\nJoin us for a meal cooked by the Fernwood NRG. There are vegetarian and meat options available and the meal is made from 90% reclaimed foods. RAN will be covering the cost of this by-donation meal for all Worker’s Wednesday attendees.  \n6:30pm-8:00pm – General Meeting & Social\nWorking groups and committees report back on what they have been up to in the fight for workplace justice this month\, we will talk about upcoming RAN actions & volunteer opportunities\, and then a chance to socialize! \nInterested in helping out? We’re always looking for greeters to help welcome folks to the space.  \nThanks and hope to see you there! \nEvent Details: \nThis is a free event; all are welcome to attend. \nAll ages event \nBus tickets available at the door. \nThis event is taking place within Lkwungen Territory. \nAccessibility: \nfernwood community centre (1240 gladstone):\n• dinner is located in the gym on the lower floor. Accessible by ramp from the main entrance or around the back of the building by the outside doors.\n• wheelchair accessible space.\n• two single-stall\, wheelchair accessible gender-inclusive bathrooms available\, one on the lower level and one on the upper.\n• gymnasium is lit by both overhead lights and skylights. \n— how to get to there: —\nfernwood community centre\, 1240 gladstone ave:\nbc transit routes #22 [fernwood ave]\, #2\, #27\, #28 [pandora ave]\, #24\, #25 [cook st]\, #10 [bay street]\nContact: \nIf you have any questions about the event\, don’t hesitate to contact Eric@RetailAction.ca \n————————————- \nThis event takes place within the traditional territory of the Lkwungen peoples\, today represented by the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. The Retail Action Network organizes within Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke Territory.​ The displacement of Indigenous people from here and around the world\, through colonialism\, has historically been the backbone of capitalism and a vehicle for the extraction of resources. Working class settlers through history\, displaced from their own communities\, have been pawns to enforce the violence of colonialism. This process continues today. Colonialism has important and real implications for why and how we organize workers. Centuries of resistance to capitalism and colonialism have shaped today’s labour movement; we continue to learn and take direction from Indigenous led anti-colonial movements. We extend our appreciation to the Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke peoples for the opportunity to live\, work\, organize\, and celebrate together on this territory.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/retail-action-drop-in-and-social-4/
LOCATION:Fernwood NRG\, 1240 Gladstone Ave\, Victoria\, BC V8T 1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181029T014249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181107T204506Z
UID:7620-1543424400-1543435200@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Retail Action Drop-In and Social
DESCRIPTION:From 5pm-6pm drop-in to learn a bit about the Retail Action Network\, and how you can get involved. \n6:30pm-8pm we have snacks and drinks available. There will be a short presentation about upcoming RAN actions\, and a chance to hang out with your friends. \nInterested in helping out? We’re always looking for greeters to help welcome folks to the space. Email Volunteer@RetailAction.ca if you can make it.  \nThanks and hope to see you there!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/retail-action-drop-in-and-social-3/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181112T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181112T143000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181015T142229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181112T224750Z
UID:7286-1542029400-1542033000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the Retail Action Network?\nIf you want to understand what the Retail Action Network is all about or are interested in getting involved\, this is the opportunity to get oriented with RAN: who we are\, what we do\, how we operate\, services we offer\, and how you can support us! \nAnyone is welcome at this volunteer orientation! \nIf you can’t make this orientation session\, don’t worry!\nOrientations are held every 2nd Monday from 1:20-2:30pm\, and every 4th Wednesday from 5:00-6:00pm. If neither of those times work for you\, get in touch and we can schedule an orientation that works with your schedule!  \nIf you are interested in attending this orientation\, or if you have any questions\, please email Heidi@workersolidarity.ca.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/volunteer-orientation/
LOCATION:TBD\, 938 North Loop 1604 West\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20180924T010103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T232731Z
UID:6659-1540400400-1540411200@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Retail Action Drop-In and Social
DESCRIPTION:From 5pm-6pm drop-in to learn a bit about the Retail Action Network\, and how you can get involved. \n6:30pm-8pm we have snacks and drinks available. There will be a short presentation about upcoming RAN actions\, and a chance to hang out with your friends. \nInterested in helping out? We’re always looking for greeters to help welcome folks to the space. Email Volunteer@RetailAction.ca if you can make it.  \nThanks and hope to see you there!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/retail-action-drop-in-and-social-2/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181002T203022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T000010Z
UID:6919-1540299600-1540310400@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Mall Crawl (Shelbourne)
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome!\nJoin us as we visit people at work to spread the the word about Grade My Boss!\nTransportation & training is provided.\nContact outreach@workersolidarity.ca for more information.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-shelbourne/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181002T191522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T000029Z
UID:6916-1539176400-1539185400@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Mall Crawl (Uptown/ Saanich Plaza)
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome!\nJoin us as we visit people at work to spread the the word about Grade My Boss!\nTransportation & training is provided.\nContact outreach@workersolidarity.ca for more information.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-uptown-saanich-plaza/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181009T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20180918T210216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T000029Z
UID:6528-1539095400-1539104400@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Mall Crawl (UVic)
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome!\nJoin us as we visit people at work to spread the the word about Grade My Boss!\nTransportation & training is provided.\nContact outreach@workersolidarity.ca for more information.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-uvic/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181009T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181009T143000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20180916T203014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181008T233010Z
UID:6473-1539091800-1539095400@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation @ UVic
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the Retail Action Network?\nIf you want to understand what the Retail Action Network is all about or are interested in getting involved\, this is the opportunity to get oriented with RAN: who we are\, what we do\, how we operate\, services we offer\, and how you can support us! \nAnyone is welcome at this volunteer orientation\, though UVic students are especially encouraged to attend this special ON-CAMPUS orientation session.  \nIf you can’t make this orientation session\, don’t worry!\nOrientations are held every 2nd Monday from 1:20-2:30pm\, and every 4th Wednesday from 5:00-6:00pm. If neither of those times work for you\, get in touch and we can schedule an orientation that works with your schedule!  \nIf you are interested in attending this orientation\, or if you have any questions\, please email Heidi@workersolidarity.ca.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/volunteer-orientation-open-house/
LOCATION:bc\, Canada\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181009T110000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20181004T063010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T093028Z
UID:6959-1539079200-1539082800@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Worker's Rights 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/workers-rights-101-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100357
CREATED:20180918T210216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T233003Z
UID:6529-1538571600-1538582400@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Mall Crawl (James Bay)
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome!\nJoin us as we visit people at work to spread the the word about Grade My Boss!\nTransportation & training is provided.\nContact outreach@workersolidarity.ca for more information.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-james-bay/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181002T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180918T210216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T233003Z
UID:6527-1538490600-1538499600@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Mall Crawl (Shelbourne Plaza/ Shelbourne & McKenzie)
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome!\nJoin us as we visit people at work to spread the the word about Grade My Boss!\nTransportation & training is provided.\nContact outreach@workersolidarity.ca for more information.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-hillside/
LOCATION:bc\, Canada\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180904T204301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T231519Z
UID:6145-1537981200-1537992000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Retail Action General Meeting and Worker's Wednesday Social
DESCRIPTION:5:00pm-6:00pm – Drop-in Open HouseDrop-in to learn a bit about the Retail Action Network\, and how you can get involved!  \n6:30pm-8:00pm – General Meeting & Social We will cover a round of soup for attendees. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. There will be a short presentation about upcoming RAN actions & volunteer opportunities\, and then a chance to socialize! \n————————————————– \nEvent Details: \nThis is a free event; all are welcome to attend. \nAll ages event\, alcoholic beverages available to those 19+ \nBus tickets available at the door. \nThis event is taking place within Lkwungen Territory. \nInterested in helping out? We’re always looking for greeters to help welcome folks to the space.  \nEmail Volunteer@RetailAction.ca if you can make it.  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1814433265306277/ \nAccessibility: \nThis venue is wheelchair accessible but the washrooms are not. The nearest wheelchair accessible washrooms are in Centennial Square. We apologize for the inconvenience\, and acknowledge that this may keep some people from being able to attend. If this is a barrier for your attendance\, please get in touch and we will work to find a new location. If anyone has suggestions for a more accessible location\, please get in touch; we are working to make our events as accessible as possible.  \nIf you have any questions about the event\, don’t hesitate to contact Eric@RetailAction.ca \n————————————- \nThis event takes place within the traditional territory of the Lkwungen peoples\, today represented by the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. The Retail Action Network organizes within Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke Territory.​ The displacement of Indigenous people from here and around the world\, through colonialism\, has historically been the backbone of capitalism and a vehicle for the extraction of resources. Working class settlers through history\, displaced from their own communities\, have been pawns to enforce the violence of colonialism. This process continues today. Colonialism has important and real implications for why and how we organize workers. Centuries of resistance to capitalism and colonialism have shaped today’s labour movement; we continue to learn and take direction from Indigenous led anti-colonial movements. We extend our appreciation to the Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke peoples for the opportunity to live\, work\, organize\, and celebrate together on this territory.————————————– \nThanks and hope to see you there! \nThis event has a video call.\nJoin: https://meet.google.com/zhe-ttka-wkh\n+1 385-999-6283 PIN: 822958849#
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/retail-action-drop-in-and-social/
LOCATION:bc\, Canada\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180912T161508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180925T000044Z
UID:6354-1537700400-1537722000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Anarchist Bookfair
DESCRIPTION:RAN will be tabling at the Victoria Anarchist Bookfair at the Fernwood NRG!  \nStop by to say hello and have a chat about workplace justice! \nSend an email to volunteer@workersolidarity.ca if you would like to help us table!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/victoria-anarchist-bookfair-2/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180912T161508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180923T234603Z
UID:6353-1537614000-1537642800@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Anarchist Bookfair
DESCRIPTION:RAN will be tabling at the Victoria Anarchist Bookfair at the Fernwood NRG!  \nStop by to say hello and have a chat about workplace justice! \nSend an email to volunteer@workersolidarity.ca if you would like to help us table!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/victoria-anarchist-bookfair/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180909T221512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T231657Z
UID:6283-1537448400-1537459200@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Class Action Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Email workshops@workersolidarity.ca for details and to volunteer
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/class-action-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180918T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180912T171528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T230253Z
UID:6357-1537281000-1537286400@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Mall Crawl (Cadboro Bay)
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we visit retail\, hospitality\, and food service locations on campus as we spread the word about the Grade My Boss campaign!  \nIf you have never participated in a Mall Crawl before\, this is a great opportunity to learn how! We will have a short training session before buddy-ing up and hitting the shops!  \nEmail heidi@workersolidarity.ca if you would like to get involved. \nIf you would like to participate in upcoming mall crawls but this time doesn’t work for you\, please send me an email with your availability and we can work around your schedule!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/mall-crawl-11/
LOCATION:UVic
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180829T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180817T213407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T110124Z
UID:6087-1535562000-1535572800@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Summer Potluck | Worker's Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Our favourite time of the year is upon us:  \nThe Retail Action Network’s Annual Potluck – a celebration of worker action and class struggle against bosses! \nThis event is an opportunity to extend appreciation for everyone who has supported the Retail Action Network and joined in our fight for workplace justice! We invite our members\, allies\, their friends & family\, and anyone looking to become more involved in the coming year!  \nThis will be a special time in which we will celebrate the amazing and dedicated organizing of Kaitlyn Matulewicz\, as she will be migrating her organizing efforts to the arid valleys of the Okanagan. \nThis year will also feature a real live Bean Bag Tourney in honour of our great friend Bob (who has recently retired from his organizing work with the Hospital Employees’ Union). Participants are welcome to join in or spectate. \nWe look forward to presenting updates on our past months\, as well as share some exciting news about the months ahead. \nWe really hope that you can join! Please read below for additional info\, or contact Heidi@RetailAction.ca for more information. \nThis year’s summertime soirée will also include: \n– Tasty snacks\, desserts\, and beverages (TBA)\n– Bean bag toss tournament\n– Prizes!\n– Games!\n– Musical delights (TBA)\n– Kid’s Zone & childcare\n– News about upcoming campaigns \n————————————- \nThis event is free! Feel free to bring: \n– Blanket or lawn chair to sit in\n– A dish to share if you wish (ingredient list is much appreciated)\n– Friends & family\n– Games to share \n————————————- \nSome information about accessing the event: \n– Bus tickets available by request\n– Kid’s activities & Childcare available on site. Children and families are welcome and encouraged to attend\n– Vegan & gluten free delights provided\n– Multi-stall gendered washrooms with wheelchair accessible stalls.\n– Compacted lawns close to cement pathways\, with curbs cut.\n– Semi-shaded site\, close to bus routes\n– Alcohol won’t be served\, but feel free to bring your drink of choice (consume in a respectful & discreet-ish manner) \n————————————- \nThis event takes place within the traditional territory of the Lkwungen peoples\, today represented by the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. The Retail Action Network organizes within Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke Territory.​ The displacement of Indigenous people from here and around the world\, through colonialism\, has historically been the backbone of capitalism and a vehicle for the extraction of resources. Working class settlers through history\, displaced from their own communities\, have been pawns to enforce the violence of colonialism. This process continues today. Colonialism has important and real implications for why and how we organize workers. Centuries of resistance to capitalism and colonialism have shaped today’s labour movement; we continue to learn and take direction from Indigenous led anti-colonial movements. We extend our appreciation to the Lkwungen\, W̱SÁNEĆ\, and T’Sou-ke peoples for the opportunity to live\, work\, organize\, and celebrate together on this territory. \n————————————- \nRetailAction.ca/events
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/3rd-annual-summer-potluck-workers-wednesday/
LOCATION:Stadacona Park Victoria\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 6P9\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180421T105127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180421T110207Z
UID:5379-1528894800-1528902000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Paid Lunch Break [for Retail & Restaurant Workers]
DESCRIPTION:Join the Retail Action Network for our summer installment of “Paid Breaks” for Retail & Restaurant workers. \nWe want to hear from you. What are the challenges you face working in this industry? How do low wages and part-time work effect your health\, your family\, and your life? What sort of improvements would you like to see at your workplace? \nThis will be a roundtable discussion where you will have an opportunity to voice your opinions\, and to help us push for improvements in the retail and restaurant industry. \nSnacks and refreshments will be served. As a thank you for your time\, we are offering $20 to participants who currently work in a retail or restaurant location on Vancouver Island. Please feel free to invite your friends and co-workers. Seating is limited\, please RSVP. \n\n*Accessibility*\n– Children are welcome and encouraged to attend (please note that we don’t have any childcare services at the event however).\n– For info on venue accessibility. \nWe will be hosting these events regularly as part of our campaign to create a Retail & Restaurant Worker’s Contract. \n  \n\n  \nAdditional Paid Break Event Dates: \n– Tuesday\, May 8th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, May 9th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, June 12th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, June 13th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, July 3rd\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, July 4th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n \nCan’t make it to one of these because of your work / life schedule conflicts? Send us a message\, and we will do our best to set up a time that works for you! \nWe look forward to seeing you at one of these discussions!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/paid-lunch-break-retail-restaurant-workers/
LOCATION:Staff Room Café\, 1415 Broad St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W2B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180612T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180612T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180417T014338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180417T014629Z
UID:5032-1528822800-1528830000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Paid Dinner Break [for Retail & Restaurant Workers]
DESCRIPTION:Join the Retail Action Network for our summer installment of “Paid Breaks” for Retail & Restaurant workers. \nWe want to hear from you. What are the challenges you face working in this industry? How do low wages and part-time work effect your health\, your family\, and your life? What sort of improvements would you like to see at your workplace? \nThis will be a roundtable discussion where you will have an opportunity to voice your opinions\, and to help us push for improvements in the retail and restaurant industry. \nSnacks and refreshments will be served. As a thank you for your time\, we are offering $20 to participants who currently work in a retail or restaurant location on Vancouver Island. Please feel free to invite your friends and co-workers. Seating is limited\, please RSVP. \n\n*Accessibility*\n– Children are welcome and encouraged to attend (please note that we don’t have any childcare services at the event however).\n– For info on venue accessibility. \nWe will be hosting these events regularly as part of our campaign to create a Retail & Restaurant Worker’s Contract. \n  \n\nAdditional Paid Break Event Dates: \n– Tuesday\, May 8th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, May 9th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, June 12th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, June 13th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, July 3rd\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, July 4th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, August 7th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, August 8th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, September 11th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, September 12th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, October 9th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, October 10th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm \nCan’t make it to one of these because of your work / life schedule conflicts? Send us a message\, and we will do our best to set up a time that works for you! \nWe look forward to seeing you at one of these discussions!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/paid-dinner-break-retail-restaurant-workers/
LOCATION:Staff Room Café\, 1415 Broad St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W2B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180421T125456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180421T125456Z
UID:5387-1527096600-1527105600@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Retail Action Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come join for a new monthly social and open house\, hosted by the Retail Action Network. \nThis is a great night for you if you are a working & living here in Victoria and looking to meet some more folks in your community. This is the right spot for you if you are interested in learning more about your rights at work\, or want to support those who are standing up to their boss. These are your people if you are keen to get involved in organizing to build worker power in the retail\, restaurant\, and hospitality industry. Or\, maybe you’re really not sure\, and just want to check it out… that’s cool too. \nWhat to expect:\n– Snacks and refreshments (potluck style)\n– Some familiar faces\, and some new friends.\n– Brief introductions and presentations\n– Break out discussion groups\, craft tables\, and more\n– Drink specials\, socializing\, and music \nShould you want a bit more of the workplace justice than that\, we have folks on site to help answer any questions you may have about worker’s rights as well as how to organize in the workplace. Additionally\, we are offering orientations to those interested in Retail Action Network\, an hour before the event starts. \nTimeline:\n4:30pm-5:30pm (drop-in orientation for those interested)\n5:30pm-6:30pm (dinner and introductions)\n6:30pm-8:00pm (discussion groups\, games\, crafts) \nMore Info:\nThis is a free event; all are welcome to attend.\nFor information on venue accessibility\, please see VictoriaEventCentre.ca/accessibility.\nAll ages event\, alcoholic beverages available to those 19+\nBus tickets available at the door.\nWe graciously accept food items to share\, or donations at the door. But honestly\, no pressure at all.\nThis event is taking place within Lkwungen Territory. \nContact:\nIf you have any questions about the event\, don’t hesitate to contact Eric@RetailAction.ca
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/retail-action-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Victoria Event Centre\, 1415 Broad Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2B2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180417T015154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180421T131341Z
UID:5037-1525870800-1525878000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Paid Lunch Break [for Retail & Restaurant Workers]
DESCRIPTION:Join the Retail Action Network for our summer installment of “Paid Breaks” for Retail & Restaurant workers. \nWe want to hear from you. What are the challenges you face working in this industry? How do low wages and part-time work effect your health\, your family\, and your life? What sort of improvements would you like to see at your workplace? \nThis will be a roundtable discussion where you will have an opportunity to voice your opinions\, and to help us push for improvements in the retail and restaurant industry. \nSnacks and refreshments will be served. As a thank you for your time\, we are offering $20 to participants who currently work in a retail or restaurant location on Vancouver Island. Please feel free to invite your friends and co-workers. Seating is limited\, please RSVP. \n\n*Accessibility*\n– Children are welcome and encouraged to attend (please note that we don’t have any childcare services at the event however).\n– For info on venue accessibility. \nWe will be hosting these events regularly as part of our campaign to create a Retail & Restaurant Worker’s Contract. \n  \n\n  \nAdditional Paid Break Event Dates: \n– Tuesday\, May 8th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, May 9th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, June 12th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, June 13th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n– Tuesday\, July 3rd\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm\n– Wednesday\, July 4th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\n \nCan’t make it to one of these because of your work / life schedule conflicts? Send us a message\, and we will do our best to set up a time that works for you! \nWe look forward to seeing you at one of these discussions!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/paid-lunch-break-for-retail-restaurant-workers/
LOCATION:Staff Room Café\, 1415 Broad Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Get Involved
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180508T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180417T015844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180417T015844Z
UID:5044-1525798800-1525806000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Paid Dinner Break [for Retail & Restaurant Workers]
DESCRIPTION:Join the Retail Action Network for our summer installment of “Paid Breaks” for Retail & Restaurant workers.\nWe want to hear from you. What are the challenges you face working in this industry? How do low wages and part-time work effect your health\, your family\, and your life? What sort of improvements would you like to see at your workplace?\nThis will be a roundtable discussion where you will have an opportunity to voice your opinions\, and to help us push for improvements in the retail and restaurant industry.\nSnacks and refreshments will be served. As a thank you for your time\, we are offering $20 to participants who currently work in a retail or restaurant location on Vancouver Island. Please feel free to invite your friends and co-workers. Seating is limited\, please RSVP.\n\n*Accessibility*– Children are welcome and encouraged to attend (please note that we don’t have any childcare services at the event however).– For info on venue accessibility.\nWe will be hosting these events regularly as part of our campaign to create a Retail & Restaurant Worker’s Contract.\n\n\nAdditional Paid Break Event Dates:\n– Tuesday\, May 8th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm – Wednesday\, May 9th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm– Tuesday\, June 12th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm– Wednesday\, June 13th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm– Tuesday\, July 3rd\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm– Wednesday\, July 4th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm– Tuesday\, August 7th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm– Wednesday\, August 8th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm– Tuesday\, September 11th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm– Wednesday\, September 12th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm– Tuesday\, October 9th\, 2018 – 5pm-6:30pm– Wednesday\, October 10th\, 2018 – 1pm-3pm\nCan’t make it to one of these because of your work / life schedule conflicts? Send us a message\, and we will do our best to set up a time that works for you!\nWe look forward to seeing you at one of these discussions!
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/paid-dinner-break-for-retail-restaurant-workers/
LOCATION:Staff Room Café\, 1415 Broad Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2B2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180503T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180503T213000
DTSTAMP:20260508T100358
CREATED:20180421T120603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180421T120623Z
UID:5381-1525375800-1525383000@workersolidarity.ca
SUMMARY:Confabulation YYJ Presents: Get Back To Work! (Stories of Bad Bosses and Break Room Heroes)
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of May Day\, Confabulation YYJ presents in partnership with Retail Action Network:\n“Get Back to Work!” – Stories of horrible bosses\, break room heroes\, getting paid\, and doing what you have to do to get by. \nJoin six storytellers and your hosts Cassandra Togneri and Carol LynneMichaels for a fun night of ooh\, ahhs and a-has! \nStoryteller line-up to be announced soon! \nDoors at 7pm / Show at 7:30pm\nEntry is by donation at the door\, or in advance. Suggested $8-$20 \nAll proceeds will go to the Retail Action Network “Worker Justice Fund” \nSpecial feature drinks will be available\, including the well-known Ginger Goodwin cocktail. \n—-\nConfabulation is an all-true storytelling series that takes place monthly in Montreal\, Toronto and Victoria! Learn more about us at Confabulation.ca \nRetail Action Network is a group of workers and labour activists that organize for increased wages\, improved conditions\, and workplace justice for retail\, restaurant\, and hospitality workers.\n—- \nFor information on venue accessibility\, please see VictoriaEventCentre.ca/accessibility. \nAll ages are welcome to attend.\nBus tickets available at the door.\nNo one turned away for lack of funds. \nThis event is taking place within Lkwungen Territory.
URL:https://workersolidarity.ca/events/confabulation-yyj-get-back-to-work/
LOCATION:Victoria Event Centre\, 1415 Broad Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2B2\, Canada
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