Amnesty International Canada

Write for Rights Online Cross-Country hosted by the Grassroots Activist Leaders
2024-12-08 14:00 - 23:00 (America/Toronto) | https://amnesty.ca/event/write-for-rights-online-cross-country-hosted-by-the-grassroots-activist-leaders/
The Grassroots Activist Leaders are hosting a 9-hour online Write-a-thon this Sunday, and you’re invited! ✍️🌍 Spread the word and join the action!
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who can’t make it to a local event, or for those who want to connect with activists from across the country.
Drop by for 5 minutes or stay as long as you wish! Every hour will spotlight a different case. There will games, quizzes, tips on effective letter-writing and sharing highlights from previous Write-for-Rights campaigns!
The event will run from 2pm-11pm EST. Drop in on Dec 8 to write a letter and change a life!
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/REGISTER4W4R

Write for Rights YEG 2024! in Edmonton
2024-12-08 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Edmonton Public Library – Stanley A. Milner Branch, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2V4, Canada
Join Write for Rights in Edmonton at the Edmonton Public Library – Stanley Milner Branch on Dec. 8.
For over 20 years, Amnesty International’s annual Write for Rights campaign has transformed the lives of people whose rights have been wronged.
Using the power of their words, hundreds of thousands of Write for Rights supporters in more than 200 countries have united behind a common purpose: together, we can change lives for the better.

Write for Rights at Kelowna Library
2024-12-08 13:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kelowna Library, 1380 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y2A2, Canada
Everyone is welcome. Please drop in and join us at the Kelowna Library on Ellis Street to write letters and sign petitions for the world’s largest human rights campaign. Make a difference for Human Rights.

Write for Rights in Comox Valley
2024-12-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Vancouver Island Regional Library – Courtenay, 300 6th Street, Courtenay, British Columbia, V9N9V9, Canada
The Comox Valley Amnesty group meets every month. For Write for Rights we invite as many friends as possible, have cookies, share information, and more. Join us!

Write for Rights at the Lunenburg Public Library, Nova Scotia
2024-12-08 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Lunenburg Public Library, 97 Kaulbach Street, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada
This year’s Write for Rights event will be held at the Lunenburg Public Library and will honour the memory of Bob Mertens, human rights defender, supporter of Amnesty International, South Shore Public Libraries, and South Shore Council of Canadians, and, until four years ago, the key organizer of the Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia Write for Rights event.
There will be lots of space for writing and keeping social distancing. Copies of this year’s ten featured cases and writing materials (paper, envelopes) and letter-writing tips will be available. Bring a drink, pen, laptop or other device. We will provide everything else you need to make this a manageable task, whether you are a seasoned or first-time writer.
Donations covering mailing costs will be appreciated, and a donation box will be available. Drop in at any time during the day. If you prefer to write from home, please contact us. Once you register, we can reach out with more information.

Write for Rights at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
2024-12-08 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ottawa, 400 McArthur Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, K1K 1G8, Canada
Join us at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Ottawa on Dec. 8 to write letters, postcards and emails to support those whose rights have been wronged.

Write for Rights at Dublin St United Church
2024-12-08 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Dublin Street United Church, 66 Suffolk Street West, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 1K6, Canada
Join us as we gather after our worship in the church library to write letters for those whose rights have been wronged. All are welcome. This even is not just for United Church folk.

Write for Rights at Grace United Church in Barrie
2024-12-08 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Grace United Church, 350 Grave St., E., Barrie, Ontario, L4M 2R7, Canada
Join us to support human rights defenders. Attendees will have the opportunity to sign advocacy letters and Amnesty petitions, as well as access literature on various cases. Your participation can make a real difference.

Write for Rights at Augustine United Church
2024-12-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Augustine United Church, 444 River Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3L 0C7, Canada
Join us after church for a meeting to sign cards for prisoners of conscience.

Write for Rights at Munn's United Church
2024-12-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Munn’s United Church, 5 Dundas Street East, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 7C4, Canada
Join us in signing cards and postcards for Celil after our church service on Dec 8.

Rural Faith United Church Write for Rights
2024-12-08 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Rural Faith United Church, 7962 Danforth Road, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 0P1, Canada
Join us for a “Write for Rights” event at Rural Faith United Church, Ont., on Dec. 8, 2024. Sign petitions for human rights cases after Sunday worship from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Your participation can make a difference.

YEG Unitarians Write for Rights in Edmonton
2024-12-08 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | Unitarian Church of Edmonton, 10804 119 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 3P4, Canada
Drop in for our 2024 letter-writing event — materials, sample letters, and help provided. A letter, a post, or a tweet from you can make a difference in the human rights cases highlighted by Amnesty International!
Join us in the foyer of the Unitarian Church of Edmonton on December 8 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Write for Rights at Trinity United Church
2024-12-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Trinity United Church, 41 Market St N, Smiths Falls, Ontario, K7A 2E7, Canada
Our Write for Rights will be presented during our worship service with the letter writing, open to the public following the service.

Write for Rights at Arlington Five Coffeeshop
2024-12-08 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Arlington 5 Coffeeshop, 5 Arlington Ave,, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P1Z4, Canada
Join us for the annual Write for Rights event at Arlington 5 Coffeeshop!
For over 20 years, Amnesty International’s annual Write for Rights campaign has transformed the lives of people whose rights have been wronged.
Using the power of their words, hundreds of thousands of Write for Rights supporters in more than 200 countries have united behind a common purpose: together, we can change lives for the better.

Hemmingford Action Circle Write for Rights Marathon
2024-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Forrest Figsby Hall, 531 Champlain Ave, Hemmingford, Quebec, J0L1H0, Canada
Join us for the Hemmingford Action Circle Write for Rights Marathon, an event dedicated to defending human rights through the power of letter writing. Your participation can make a significant impact—every card or letter sent helps support and advocate for those in need. Be a part of this important initiative and help us make a difference.

Write for Rights in Lethbridge (Action Circle A97)
2024-12-07 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Owl Acoustic Lounge, 606 3rd Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 0H4, Canada
Amnesty International Lethbridge Action Circle A97 will host their 18th Annual WRITE FOR RIGHTS!
Show your support for human rights around the globe by joining us in writing letters to help prisoners of conscience, human rights defenders under threat, and vulnerable communities facing ongoing abuse of their human rights.
Along with refreshments, a silent auction, door prizes, fun group activities and an opportunity to chat, there will be amazing local musicians, Olivia Tailfeathers, Stephanie Brave Rock and Willy Big Bull, to help motivate letter writers 💓 See you at the Owl Acoustic Lounge, 606 – 3rd Avenue South on December 7, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Write for Rights in the Sunshine Coast (Sechelt)
2024-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | St. John’s United Church, 5085 Davis Bay Rd, Sechelt, British Columbia, V0N 3A2, Canada
Join us for Write for Rights at St. John’s United Church in Sechelt, British Columbia. We’ll be writing letters and signing petitions on behalf of those suffering injustice around the world. Bring your computer if you like, as many letters can be emailed.

Write for Rights: Argenteuil Actif!
2024-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Grenville-sur-la-Rouge Farm, 9 Ch. McCallum, Grenville-sur-la-Rouge, Quebec, J0V 1B0, Canada
Join Bertha Small on her farm for a Write for Rights gathering. Write letters together, and light refreshments will be served in the kitchen as a reward. The farm is located off Chemin McCallum between Chemin Avoca and Rue Walker. It’s the only house, barn and mailbox on this section of the road. If you’ve driven into the forest, you’ve gone too far. The GPS coordinates are 45°43’11.6″N 74°42’14.4″W.

Write for Rights at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library
2024-12-07 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nanaimo Harbourfront Library, 90 Commercial St., Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9R 5G4, Canada
Write a letter. Change a life. Join Write For Rights at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.

Write for Rights at CSI Annex (Toronto)
2024-12-07 11:00 - 17:30 (America/Toronto) | Centre for Social Innovation – Annex, 720 Bathurst Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 2R4, Canada
It’s the world’s largest human rights event, marked annually on International Human Rights Day. We in the GTA will be joining Amnesty supporters in over 170 countries to support 9 individuals or groups (including one in Canada). They need massive pressure from us to protect them from the most serious violations of their human rights. We’ll be writing to the governments responsible for upholding those rights. And we’ll be sending greetings to the individuals and groups themselves. Solidarity and hope: what special gifts we can deliver!
Let’s write together. Drop into the Centre for Social Innovation at 720 Bathurst (just south of the Bathurst subway station) any time between 11 am and 5:30 pm on Saturday, December 7th. We’ll have pens, paper and cards waiting for you. Refreshments and Amnesty merchandise? Of course!
Accessibility needs or questions? Contact us.
Can’t join us? Head to the Write for Rights campaign page any time before the end of February to see how you can still participate. We guarantee it will be a solid antidote to the dark news from many areas of our world.

Write for Rights at Amnesty's Offices in Ottawa
2024-12-07 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Amnesty International Ottawa, 312 Laurier Ave E, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 1H9, Canada
We invite you to join us on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Amnesty Canada National Office, located at 312 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON, for a day of letter writing in support of human rights as part of the Write for Rights campaign. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy some delicious food, and make a tangible impact through the power of words. Your participation in this meaningful cause would be greatly appreciated.

Write for Rights in St. Catharines
2024-12-07 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | St. Catharines Public Library – Central Library Branch, 54 Church St,, St. Catharines,, Ontario, L2R 7K2, Canada
Join Amnesty Niagara for Write for Rights 2024! We will sign letters to free prisoners of conscience worldwide. We will also sign postcards and letters to work to free a Canadian citizen jailed in China. The event will be held at the St. Catharines Public Library – Central branch in the Bankers room at 54 Church Street.

Write for Rights 2024 in Napanee
2024-12-07 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | County of Lennox & Addington Libraries, 25 River Rd,, Napanee, Ontario, K1V 8N8, Canada
Join our local Amnesty group as we mark International Human Rights Day by signing letters/petitions at the library in Napanee. All are welcome, and materials will be provided. For over twenty years, Amnesty International’s annual Write for Rights campaign has transformed the lives of people whose rights have been wronged.

Write for Rights in Salt Spring Island
2024-12-07 10:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Home, 1114 North Beach Road, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, V8K 1B3, Canada
Inviting friends, family, and community members to join in a meaningful and impactful event at home to support the Write for Rights campaign.

Write for Rights at Nelson Public Library
2024-12-07 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
This event is open to everyone. All you need for letter writing will be available. Hope to see you there!

Write for Rights at Javaroma
2024-12-07 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Javaroma Gourmet Coffee & Tea, 5201 Franklin Avenue, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, X1A 3S9, Canada
Write a letter, change a life. Sign letters to support prisoners of conscience.

Write for Rights at Christ Church Cathedral
2024-12-07 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Christ Church Cathedral, 911 Quadra Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 3G8, Canada
Write a Letter. Change a Life. Join other people concerned about Human Rights worldwide and write letters of advocacy and support for persons imprisoned and/or persecuted for their beliefs. Paper, pens, background information and light refreshments will be provided.

Write for Rights in Downtown Vancouver
2024-12-07 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | 312 Main Street, 312 Main Street,, Vancouver,, British Columbia, Canada
Join the world’s largest human rights campaign in downtown Vancouver! Watch Write for Rights videos, write letters, and create solidarity messages. Pens, paper, coffee, tea, juice, and cookies are all supplies. Everyone is welcome; no previous experience is required! The entrance to the 312 Main building is beside the bus stop on Cordova.

Write for Rights in Aurora/Newmarket
2024-12-07 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Trinity Anglican Church, 79 Victoria Street, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1R3, Canada
Drop-in event to Write for Rights in Aurora/Newmarket. Use your pen to protect human rights activists around the world. All materials supplied. No experience is necessary. Light refreshments will be provided.

Write for Rights at Riverside United Church
2024-12-07 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Riverside United Church, 3191 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 8N8, Canada
Join the world’s largest human rights campaign for a letter-writing event at 3191 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, on Dec. 7, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Your letters can help make a difference.
