On the west side of the Manitoba Legislative Building, there stands a monument to the “Famous Five” – five Alberta women, including former Manitoban Nellie McClung, who petitioned the courts to recognize women as “persons” – something that seems obvious to us, but which was not recognized in Canadian law until 95 years ago – … Continue reading Decreed on Paper, Cast in Bronze
Winnipeg Raging Grannies for Social Justice Like the Holly Near song says: “We are a gentle, angry people, and we are singing, singing for our lives.” Winnipeg Raging Grannies have been singing for our lives for over 20 years, showing up at protests, marches, politicians’ offices, street corners and shopping malls. Grannies protest peacefully against … Continue reading The Grannies Are Coming!
In ancient Rome, the state sought to pacify the people by feeding large groups of citizens and then distracting them with entertainment—such as feeding Christians to the lions and other such “sports.” In his Satire, the Roman poet Juvenal called this practice “bread and circuses.” How much has really changed since then? Service Coordinator: Jill … Continue reading Bread and Circuses
Let’s start 2023 with an exploration of spirituality and how you are making a difference and might not even know it. Share the Plate speaker Linda Campbell, Chair of Bear Clan Patrol Inc. Board of Directors, will tell us how Bear Clan is woman-led, what they do, and their plans for the future. Story Wisdom … Continue reading A is for Activist
