THE RECLAIMER #12

*REMINDER* Our Alberta Town Hall is NEXT WEEK:

Remember, Alberta! Your regional organizers have put together an awesome upcoming event. Join us on November 30th at 2:00 PM MT for an inspiring afternoon of motivation! We're honored to welcome Former NDP MP Blake Desjarlais, alongside Former NDP Candidates Beau Shaw, Des Bissonnette, and Kiera Gunn.

If you are interested in attending the Alberta town hall, please ensure you register at the link below: https://tinyurl.com/albertatownhall

Virtual Leadership Debate Watch Party:

Come watch the first NDP leadership debate with us on our Discord, November 27th, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. ET! The debate will be majorly held in French. RSVP: https://discord.gg/WtjQzeaw?event=1432071733925642361 

In-Person Hamilton Hangout with Coffee + Plants! 

Swing by Pinch (183 Sherman Ave N) today on Nov 22, 1:00–5:00 PM for a chill afternoon of community-building. Toronto to Niagara folks, all are welcome! RSVP: https://discord.com/events/1391643387576324148/1431464680274002022

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On top of our Reclaim events, we’re also thrilled to shine a spotlight on these amazing outside events organized by fellow NDP members!

Saskatchewan EDAs Leadership Forum!

Please join us for an exciting event with the contestants for the 2026 Federal NDP Leadership race! Organized and hosted by grassroots volunteers, this forum will be an exciting opportunity for candidates to speak directly to New Democrats in Saskatchewan. The candidates will be asked a series of questions provided by local NDP riding associations. The event is online, but some ridings are organizing local watch parties. Let us know if you're interested in joining or hosting an in-person watch event in your area!

Saturday November 22nd, 2:00pm (Central standard time). Sign up here! https://www.ndp.ca/skforum

North Island--Powell River and Courtenay--Alberni NDP Leadership Debate Watch Party!

Join NDP supporters from the Comox Valley and beyond at the Little Red Church in Comox to watch the first full national NDP leadership debate. Hear from each candidate on their vision for the future of our Party and the country, and discuss with friends, neighbours and comrades including former North Island-Powell River NDP MP Rachel Blaney.

Thursday November 27th 3:30pm - 6:00pm (Pacific time). Sign up here! https://www.ndp.ca/north-island-powell-river-and-courtenay-alberni-ndp-present-leadership-debate-watch-party

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What does it actually take to be a "political organizer?"

So many of us disqualify ourselves from organizing because we think we need:

➢ a politics degree
➢ years of experience
➢ to have read every theory book under the sun

But the truth is: the skills you already use every day in regular jobs — prioritizing tasks, writing agendas, running meetings, budgeting, coordinating people — are exactly the skills community organizing needs.

The only thing missing? Choosing to use those skills for something bigger than making your CEO richer!! The below Instagram Reel is specific to those coming from a corporate working environment, but it can apply to basically anyone of all backgrounds!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRNK0LWEQHu/?igsh=OTIweTRjY3BkeXJq 

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We Want to Hear from You:

Every single one of these events are exciting —but we’re always looking for more!

If you’re reading this newsletter right now and a brilliant idea for a community event just sparked in your mind, we want to hear it!

Our online community is growing fast and packed with eager volunteers ready to help make it happen. If you’ve been looking for the perfect place to jump in and get started, this is it—come join us and let’s build something amazing together!

Join our Discord and chat with us everyday! tinyurl.com/reclaim-ndp-discord 

That's all from us for now. Talk soon!

In solidarity,

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Jenna Straf

Reclaim Canada's NDP

343-321-8288

reclaim.ndp@gmail.com

reclaimcanadasndp.ca