“We, as prisoners, bow to the people of Gaza.” – Wael Samara, freed prisoner from Al-Am’ari refugee camp in Ramallah, to the people of the Gaza Strip after his release from the Israeli occupation’s dungeons.
The joy of the released Palestinian prisoners and their families is a testament to the strength of the Palestinian people and nation. It also represents everything “Israel” has tried so desperately to stamp out. … Read more
A session by the Canadian BDS Coalition and International BDS Allies. Speakers: Hanna Kawas, Canada Palestine Association, Bram Hanekom, Africa for Palestine, Bana Abu Zuluf, Good Shepherd Collective, Karen Rodman, Just Peace Advocates
Moderator: Sara Farhan, PhD
BDS Vancouver-Coast Salish was formed 10 years ago, and has worked consistently since then to demand “No Business as Usual” with Israel and all those complicit in enabling Zionist oppression.
The group has launched and participated in many campaigns, from Stop G4S, to Boycott Air Canada, to calling out PUMA for sponsoring Israeli teams, to Boycott Israeli Wines and most recently calling on Scotiabank to divest from Elbit Systems.… Read more
Save the date for this important educational and strategy planning event on Thursday, February 13, 7 pm at 1803 E. 1st Ave., Vancouver as BDS Vancouver-Coast Salish marks its ten year anniversary.
More info to follow on program and speakers.
The Vultures of anti-Palestinianism:
What Not to Do When the Cops Come Calling!
The last 15 months have witnessed an inspiring increase in public support for Palestine; simultaneously, it has also been a time of ramped-up police repression especially in the imperial core.
Let’s look at the case of Vancouver, Canada that has been a target of particular interest to the Zionist lobby, partly because of the strong presence of Samidoun.… Read more
CBC’s outgoing ombudsman, Jack Nagler, recently released a review entitled “A Divisive Phrase”. This review came about due to complaints over CBC’s repeated use of the term “Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry.”
His conclusion was similar to what we have seen before from his office. Yes, useage of the phrase in the incident cited was probably unnecessary but it “in no way violates CBC’s journalistic standards.”… Read more
2024 was another eventful year for Canada Palestine Association (CPA) as we focused on challenging the Israeli genocide and fighting against the increasing police repression in Canada. CPA also held a special meeting in November that commemorated its 44 years of solidarity activism. Here is the report of CPA events, statements and other highlights for 2024.
Events and Campaigns:
CPA Vancouver is outraged after reading a new statement from local activists in the Palestine movement, detailing more oppressive raids and arrests by RCMP and the Vancouver Police Dept VPD in recent days. Although once again no charges were laid, this pattern of intimidation and harassment of the Palestinian community and its supporters must be stopped and challenged.
We will not stand by nor remain silent and allow these blatant violations of our democratic rights to continue!… Read more
Pickets in multiple cities and towns happened as part of the Days of Action to tell Scotiabank to divest completely from Israeli arms dealer Elbit Systems. There were 12 announced locations across the country where activists were out on the streets to demand that Scotiabank stop funding genocide!
The accompanying Action Network writing campaign has already resulted in over 5700 letters being sent to Scotiabank and its global asset fund with the same message.… Read more
Join one of the following picket locations during the Scotiabank Days of Action on December 13/14!
Lower Mainland BC:
Friday Dec 13 at 3 pm
Mission BC
33217 1st Ave ScotiaBank branch
Saturday, Dec 14 9:30 am
Vancouver
One hour picket at the Manitoba & 1st Ave Branch
*sponsored by East Van Worker’s Assembly
Dec. 14, 10:45 am
Vancouver
W.… Read more
