The Quebec Public Research Interest Group at McGill (QPIRG-McGill) hosted a workshop called “What does homelessness look like in our communities?” on March 25 as part of the annual Spring into Action series. Robbie Madsen headed the discussion, speaking about the 15 years of homelessness they experienced while travelling across[Read More…]
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“Lupa ay Buhay” teach-in connects Filipino peasant struggles and Canadian imperialism
The Quebec Public Interest Research Group’s (QPIRG) 2024 Culture Shock series concluded on Oct. 29 with the “Lupa Ay Buhay” (Land is Life) Teach-In, led by the Filipino youth group Anakbayan Montreal. Anakbayan’s work—as a chapter of an international Filipino National Democratic Front organization—includes several youth engagement and education programs,[Read More…]
QPIRG launches paid membership program for non-McGill students
The Quebec Public Interest Research Group at McGill (QPIRG) is rolling out a Community Membership program this fall. Although only McGill students were previously eligible for membership at QPIRG—a grassroots collective concerned with anti-oppressive social and environmental justice—this new program will allow those in the greater Montreal community the opportunity[Read More…]
A planner with an agenda: School Schmool incorporates local art and activism
As the mayhem of the semester engulfs students, many find it difficult to keep track of their busy schedule. A planner can help with that. School Schmool, a multi-purpose agenda published yearly by the Quebec Public Interest Research Group (QPIRG) at McGill and Concordia, aims to do exactly that and[Read More…]
