The DSC is a new, mass working-class organization focused dedicated to empowering workers to democratic transition from capitalism to socialism.  This group is loosely related to the Democratic Socialists of America. Many people are anti-socialism without even knowing much about it, or how this movement has evolved since the late 1800s/early 19th century experiments. At this point in our history, we need all ideas at the table. 

DiEM25 is a pan-European, progressive movement that aims to democratise the EU before it disintegrates. Our bid to effect change is enshrined in our Green New Deal for Europe. It was founded by Yanis Varoufakis who was the finance minister for Greece during the financial crisis. Canada is not an island. The conversation happening here is also happening around the world. I like to keep on top of that. 

Leadnow organizes campaigns that build and defend a just, sustainable, and equitable Canada.

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Leadnow’s power comes from our community. We use digital tools and proven organizing techniques to help hundreds of thousands of people take action at the times and in the places that matter most. We take direction from our community and look for moments to match their values with an opportunity to make a difference. We’re always striving to find new ways to have an impact.

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We are independent from party politics. We know that smart ideas are necessary, and we need organized people-power to win lasting change. That’s why we strive to reach new people and create deep campaign journeys to unite a broad community around a shared vision.

Leadnow is driven by the belief that democracy is both an ends and a means. We want a more open, accountable, and representative democracy because decisions should be driven by the people whose lives they affect. We also believe that an engaged public can overcome the influence of corporate power and partisan self-interest, enabling us to thrive in a more just, sustainable, and equitable society.

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I participate a member. 

The Canadian Freelance Union is a Community Chapter branch of Unifor, and is a different type of Union.

Membership is open to everyone who identifies as a freelance worker in the media, communications or information sector who have a connection to Canada and/or the Indigenous Peoples within the boundaries of Canada. We represent some of the best freelance communicators in the country as well as those just getting started in their careers.

As a community chapter of Unifor, we benefit from the experience, skills, and power of Unifor (Canada’s largest private-sector union with 310,000 members). We also have the independence and flexibility to be highly responsive to issues as they arise and to use fresh approaches to connect and engage members across the country. Help us take action.

In addition to their paid work, many of our members participate in union activities to improve the conditions of—as well as raise awareness and respect for—the work that freelancers do. Get involved.

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I am a member.  19% of our current labour force are self-employed (freelancers, micro business owners). If the current rate of growth continues, 30% of us will be "freelancers" without benefits or rights similar to those working for others.  Check it out. 

ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) Canada is a multi-issue, membership-based community union of low- and moderate-income people. We believe that social and economic justice can best be achieved by building community power for change. Each member has a vote, and only members speak for the organization and have the authority to set the policy and determine the tactics of each group.

Our local and national boards are elected directly from our membership. 

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We have a long and deep history of organizing in low- and moderate-income neighbourhoods, fighting and winning change through a variety of means – including doorknocking; petitioning; local, regional, and national meetings (both internal and public forums); and last but not least, peaceful direct actions – all building power in the process.  

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In 2021, We (4 apartments) was renovicted. With Acorn's help, we were able to get the landlord to pay for everyone's moving expenses plus 3 months in rent a compensation for an illegitimate (tried to circumvent the legislation) forced move. 

The DISE Collective focuses excluded groups in the Global North and Global South who seek refuge in the solidarity and social economy ecosystem because of systemic racism, casteism and business exclusion. This collective is deeply inspired by the members of the Combahee River Collective who created a Black Feminist Statement back in the 1970s to ensure that Black women had a collective voice concerned about their social, political and economic issues. This was a brave and bold cooperative effort to bring attention to issues that are maligned by the mainstream.

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I met Caroline through the Post Growth Institute.  We are working on collaborating.