Past Events
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Apr4
Handwoven Resistance
April 4th 2010 – April 6th 2010
Various Venues
Sponsored by: Kairos, Manitoba Crafts Council, MAWA, U of M Global Political Economy, U of M Women’s Centre and UNPAC.
Jolom Mayaetik is an indigenous, women’s, fair-trade weaving cooperative made up of over 300 women in Chiapas, Mexico. The cooperative enables indigenous women to have a measure of economic autonomy whilst preserving the tradition of weaving and enabling their families and communities to maintain a stronghold on their land by providing a much-needed income.
Celia is the current president of the cooperative, and will be in Winnipeg to share her stories and their art with us.
Please join us at the following events:
Sunday April 4, 10:30am - Easter Sunday Service - Harrow United Church (955 Mulvey at Harrow)
Monday April 5, 7pm - weaving demonstration and art show - Mentoring Artists for Women’s Art (611 Main St)
Tuesday April 6, 12noon - 2pm - University of Manitoba
Tuesday April 6, 7:30pm - Mondragon Bookstore and Coffeehouse (91 Albert)Beautiful weavings will be for sale at each event.
All are welcome
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Feb8
The Be Yourself. Be Bold. Be the Change. Fair Trade Fashion Show
February 8th 2010
The Park Theatre, 698 Osborne
1:30pm - 3:30pm
The Be Yourself, Be Bold, Be the Change Fashion Show will feature ethically made clothing from fair trade retailers. Our models will be outstanding Young Global Citizens from Manitoba who embrace the values of fair trade and work to make a better world for all. This event will also premiere the “I Hear Your Voice” music video, featuring an original song composed by a group of Manitoba High School students.
MCIC invites Social Justice Clubs from Winnipeg High Schools to attend this event. Contact Bequie at (204) 987 6420 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.
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Dec4
Showing of Buyer Be Fair Documentary
December 4th 2009
Winnipeg Beach United Church
7 p.m.
The one-hour documentary BUYER BE FAIR: The Promise of Product Certification takes viewers to Mexico, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Sweden, the United States and Canada to explore how consumers and businesses can use the market to promote social justice and environmental sustainability through product labeling, with a focus on fair trade coffee and certified wood products. Zack Gross from MCIC’s Fair Trade Progam will give a presentation on fair trade. There is no admission cost. Free popcorn provided.
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Nov21
Fair Trade Fair
November 21st 2009
Gimli, Manitoba - New Iceland Heritage Museum
Shop for fair trade food, crafts, jewelry, accessories, household goods and more! This event will feature items from Four Corners Alternative Trading, Jolica, Green Bean Coffee Imports and many others. There is no admission fee. Fair trade coffee will be served.
In buying fair trade you are taking a stand against exploitation, child labour and environmental destruction. Your support helps make the world a better place. Click here to see the event poster.
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May8
Fair Trade Coffee Break
May 8th 2009
Millennium Library lobby
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
To celebrate World Fair Trade Day, Fair Trade Manitoba is hosting a fair trade coffee break in the front foyer of the Millennium Library. This coffee break is part of the Fair Trade Resource Network’s attempt to set a new world record for the largest fair trade coffee break! The goal for North America is 55,000 people, so come down, have a fair trade beverage and help set a new world record!
Of course, the fair trade beverages and chocolate are complimentary, and there will also be a draw for a fair trade prize!
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May7
Ten Thousand Villages - World Fair Trade Day
May 7th 2009 – May 9th 2009
Ten Thousand Villages - 134 Plaza Dr.
In celebration of World Fair Trade Day 2009, Ten Thousand Villages on Plaza Drive will be offering crafts for children (like making Mothers Day cards or small drums), face painting, and a chance to learn how to play Dakon!
There will be draws for those who complete a fair trade quiz and many products on sale throughout the store.
Also, there will be thank you gifts for the first 20 customers each day!
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May2
Fundraising Concert for Kenya Grandmothers
May 2nd 2009
Manitoba Theatre for Young People
Fundraising Concert for Kenya Grandmothers, sponsored by Forest People’s Crafts.
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m., music begins at 6:30 p.m..Performers include Andressa from Sierra Leone, Devon Bate and Callandra Mayhart playing guitar and singing, Rick Unruh Band, Geoge Laas and classical singer Ashley Klassen. The event is hosted by Tracy Koga of Shaw TV and features Maureen Hemphill, the former Minister of Education for Manitoba, as the keynote speaker.
Tickets are $25.00 for general admission and $20.00 for students and seniors. Call Pauline or Joe at (204) 943-3995 or email forestpeoplescrafts@hotmail.com for more information.
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May1
Stolen Dreams exhibit launch
May 1st 2009
GImli New Iceland Heritage Museum - Waterfront Centre
Begins at 7:30 p.m.
Join us for opening night of the Stolen Dreams exhibit, featuring photos documenting child labour around the world.
Opening night will involve a short explanation of the exhibit, a display of fair trade products and a light reception with snacks and fair trade beverages, including coffee, non-alcoholic sparkling teas and fair trade wine (for those 18+).
The Stolen Dreams exhibit will run at the Gimli New Iceland Heritage Museum until July 24.
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Apr17
Lunch & Learn with Kathy Sexsmith
April 17th 2009
Ten Thousand Villages - 829 Rosser Ave.
Noon to 1 p.m.
Kathy Sexsmith, Project Officer with the International Institute for Sustainable Development, will speak about her experience in Chiapas, Mexico, conducting research on fair trade coffee production. Her master’s thesis at the University of Oxford focused on the fair trade coffee producer’s cooperative La Selva.
Admission is free and includes a fair trade beverage.
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Apr16
Cocoa Camino World Fair Trade Day contest
April 16th 2009 – May 17th 2009
Across Canada
Join Cocoa Camino, Ten Thousand Villages and Moutain Equipment Co-op in celebrating World Fair Trade Day 2009! Visit their website to enter for a chance to win one of three great prizes, including an Evergreen canoe, a fair trade chest from Ten Thousand Villages or a Mountain Equipment Co-op gift card, along with plenty of delicious Cocoa Camino chocolate! Please visit the website for full contest rules.
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