Category: Curriculum

Supplemental ResourcesSession 5 ResourcesOrganizing out of a Housing CrisisAs rent and housing prices rise astronomically, we are witnessing higher rates of homelessness, gentrification, and further divisions between tenant and landlord classes. So, what can we do? Let’s talk about how we can confront the speculative real estate market with democratic systems like housing coops and […]

Supplemental ResourcesSession 8 ResourcesEnacting PraxisBuilding on our foundation in the social solidarity economy, this session takes us deeper into the practice of collective governance. Why does shared decision-making matter? And how can we structure our organizations to truly meet community needs?Through a series of interactive group challenges, participants will explore what democratic governance looks like […]

Supplemental ResourcesSession 4 ResourcesHow to Organize a Union5 day work week. Minimum wage. Health benefits. How did we get here? Unions, of course! In this session, we’ll explore the labour movement and its intricacies through examples of large and small scale union successes. Whether you’re already part of a union or looking to shake up […]

Supplemental ResourcesSession 7 ResourcesNo Bosses, No ProblemImagine your favourite café: the atmosphere is warm, the staff know your name, and you even get a discount on your order. Now imagine you also get a say in what’s on the menu. Sounds unusual, right? That’s cooperation in action!In this session, we’ll explore the different types of […]

Supplemental ResourcesSession 6 ResourcesBuilding Power for SolidarityIf we want the solidarity economy to stick, we’re going to need to scale up! In this session, we will discuss how the solidarity economy can actively contest the foundations of the capitalist state to uproot and revolutionize a sustainable system. We will examine real world examples of what […]

Supplemental ResourcesSession 2 ResourcesIgniting Indigenous SolidarityA prerequisite to any justice-seeking endeavour is an acknowledgement and understanding of land, people, and their histories. This Indigenous-led session will help us understand the significance of colonialism and why we must all fight for Indigenous self-determination and cultural/political autonomy. Throughout this conversation, let’s discover urban and rural contexts of […]

Supplemental ResourcesSession 3 ResourcesBuilding Food RevolutionsThis delectable session will have you hungering for radical transformation! Let’s dive into the complexity of the capitalist food system, particularly its deep connections to other injustices including migrant labour, climate change, and the alienation we feel to our food practices. Learn how to ground a food movement by prioritizing […]

Supplemental ResourcesSession 1 Resources Capitalism & EcocideIn this introductory session, we will develop our understanding of capitalism and its origins – diving into its history and drawing on works by key social thinkers, historians, feminists, and ecologists – to better conceptualize the global climate crisis we are experiencing. Let’s analyze the link between capitalism and […]