U N I T E D F O R
M I N I N G J U S T I C E
We of this generation are the stewards of the land in which we live.
The next generation will call upon us to give an account of our stewardship.
- Anonymous
UPCOMING EVENTS
Documentary Film Club!
This winter and spring, learn about struggles for mining justice across the world through our documentary film club. In February, March and April, we will host a webinar to discuss that month's film and to hear an update from resource people about the particular situation we are discussing.
February: "In Defence of Life" with updates on Canadian mining in The Philippines
March: "Growing Deception" about Canada's most imported conflict mineral from Western Sahara
April: "Uprivers" about the Mount Polley Mining Disaster.
Emergency Faith Delegation to Honduras
50 U.S.A and Canadian Faith Leaders, Social Justice Advocates Travelling to Honduras in Wake of Contested Elections, Widespread Protests and Violence. Please remain vigilant to the situation in Honduras by reading reports and updates on the United for Mining Justice blog.
Justice for Mariano
Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal events this February for mining justice in Mexico.
Mariano Abarca was murdered in 2009 for being an outspoken activist against Canadian mining in his home community. To date, there has been no justice for Mariano and others who have been targeted for their resistance to mega projects. This February, join a delegation traveling from Mexico to hear their on going struggle for justice.