Join us on Wednesday, May 11, at 7 pm (MDT) for this inspiring discussion about civil resistance in Ukraine. Please email [email protected] for Zoom information. View a recent video of nonviolent civilian resistance to the war, and join us for a follow-up discussion. Fascinating analysis by experts from:Nonviolence InternationalThe Institute of Nonviolent ActionThe Institute of […]
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Screening of “Nowhere to Hide” and Q&A with the Hon. Douglas Roche, O.C.
Wednesday, February 9, 2022, @7:00pm on Zoom Event Information:We are very pleased to invite you to a zoom gathering on Wednesday, February 9th at 7 PM with the Hon. Douglas Roche, O.C. We will view his presentation "Nowhere to Hide: 10 Steps for Common Survival," which will include topics such as the crises of climate […]
Shopping Event with Villages Calgary
This November we are partnering with Villages Calgary (formerly Ten Thousand Villages) for a wonderful holiday shopping event! You can participate both online and in person. We will be in person at Villages Calgary Sunday, November 21 from 4 - 8pm. Within this time, 15% of sales will be donated to Ploughshares Calgary Society. If […]
Calgary Floating Lanterns
Your favourite summer event, the Floating Lanterns Ceremony, now called “Peace Memorial Week”, will be moving online! From August 1st-8th enjoy online daily entertainment centred around
Keeping your money away from nuclear weapons developments!
Presented By: John Rose
E-Voting and other shiny objects:The use of technology in elections.
Presented by: Dr. Doreen Barrie (Political Science, U of C)
Aspects of Refugee and Immigrant Adjustment
Presented by Prof. Adbie Kazempir
Peace Village
Please join us at the Peace Village from November 15-17, 2019 at River Park Church, 3818 14A Street, S.W., Calgary. It is presented in partnership with the 14th annual Marda Loop Justice Film Festival that takes place November 12-17, 2019 at the festival locations of the Central Library, Plaza Theatre, and River Park Church auditorium. […]
“Indigenous Peoples of Canada? What about Indigeneity in Russia?”
Presented By: Jen Sidorova
The Ethical Responses to Refugee Needs Conference
" The Ethical Responses to Refugee Needs” in collaboration with Calgary Catholic Immigration Society(CCIS), Mennonite Central Committee Alberta(MCCA) and African Community Association of Calgary. Click here for more Info
The agonizing problem of returning ISIS fighters
Presented by Trudy Govier and David Boutland
Lights for Liberty – A Vigil to End Human Concentration Camps
On July 12th, Lights for Liberty will shine a light on the horrific abuses of the Trump administration in human detention camps. In Calgary, hosted by Victoria Goleski and Myles Nahal, it will be held at the Olympic Plaza, 228 – 8 Avenue SE at 7:00 pm If you are interested in participating in this […]
Floating Lantern Peace Ceremony 2019
Come, experience the breathtaking beauty of lanterns floating on the Olympic Plaza pool and vibrant live music commemorating Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Launch your lanterns (rent available for $5 donation) for peace and happiness for your family, our community, and the world. Free event Click here for more Info
Annual General Meeting
Please join us for the Ploughshares Calgary Society's Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, June 12th at 7 pm in the conference room at Parkdale United Church, 2919 - 8 Avenue NW. Following the AGM, the Very Rev. Bill Phipps will present on "Expressions of Peace in Dangerous Times". Don't miss this stimulating and thought-provoking […]
2019 Winter/Spring Program
Wednesday, May 8th - 7:00pm Experiences in Peace building with the UN, Donor Governments, and NGOs' at Parkdale United Church in the conference room(lower level). Presented by Cheyanne Sharbatke-Church Cheyanne Sharbatke-Church is an authority on adaptive program design and evaluations in peacebuilding, anti-corruption efforts, and governance. She is engaged in training as Professor of Practice […]
2019 Winter/Spring Program
Wednesday April 10th - 7:00 pm "The Venezuelan crisis"Dr. Pablo Policzer and Dr. Maria Christina Parra will discuss the background to the Venezuela crisis, and speculate about its possible outcomes. Dr. Pablo Policzer is the Director of the Latin American Research Centre and an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Calgary, where […]
2019 Winter/Spring Program
Wednesday, March 13th - 7:00 pm Movie: “The World is my Country”, followed by facilitated discussion This lively movie tells the amazing story of Gary Davis and his controversial efforts to further the cause of world citizenship. Could such efforts provide a roadmap to a better future? Our educational meetings are held on the evening […]
2019 Winter/Spring Program
Wednesday February 13th - 7:00 pm Troy Patenaude, “Contemporary Indigenous Relations” Troy Patenaude is Manager for Visitor Experiences and Indigenous Relations at Fort Calgary. He is a cultural historian of Metis heritage who seeks to make Canada a more just and resilient place through land-based education, intercultural sharing, and the arts. All meetings are in the conference […]
2019 Winter/Spring Program
JANUARY 9 Don Smith, “Good Politics, Bad History” Don Smith, who taught Canadian history at the University of Calgary from 1974 until 2009, will review suggestions of name replacements for existing Canadian institutions, public buildings, and places. He will make specific reference to John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first prime minister; Hector Langevin, Macdonald’s Quebec lieutenant […]
1st Annual Peace Village
Supporting social justice, fair trade and the environment, the 1st Annual Peace Village offers a number of excellent documentaries from some of the finest filmmakers, as well as unique items from vendors for peace, social justice and the environment. Admission is free! Location: River Park Church, 14A Street S.W., Calgary Time: November 16th-18th Friday, November […]