Forty years ago a manifesto entitled “For an Independent Socialist Canada” was published by a group of left NDP activists. This movement, strong in Saskatchewan, came to be called the Waffle.
A re-gathering of the Waffle in Regina on January 30 will offer more than nostalgia. The event, Rebuilding the Left, aims to
have participants reflect upon the experience of the Saskatchewan
Waffle and discuss what the left needs to do to rebuild a movement here
to challenge the growing attack from the right.
To register for the conference, contact Joe Roberts at
or phone 352-9282.
The Conference is free. Lunch provided but donations will be requested to defray costs.
Draft Agenda for Rebuilding the Left
Saturday, January, 30
Conference Begins 10:00 a.m. Chair - Hugh Wagner, former Waffle member
Morning:
Brief Presentations on the Waffle Experience Speakers - Lorne Brown, former Waffle member and historian - Don Mitchell, Waffle candidate in the 1970 provincial NDP leadership election Brief Presenattions on left activism today Speakers - Cara Banks, feminist and trade unionist - David Mitchell, Briarpatch editor and activist
Questions and Discussion will follow the presentations
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