May 262014
 
This is about facing, not defacing history

In anticipation of Wednesday’s open consultation to “rejuvenate” Cornwallis Park, we are posting this piece by Solidarity Halifax member Ben Sichel written in 2011 for The Chronicle Herald during the campaign to rename Cornwallis Junior High School (now Halifax Central Junior High). Originally posted at no need to raise your hand. Don’t miss this educational […Read more]

Feb 192014
 
"When did being a student come with rats?"

Jesse Laufer, Vice President External of the King’s Student Union and a member of Solidarity Halifax, delievered this speech at the February 12th ACORN rally for tenants rights that took place outside Halifax City Hall. Originally published at the Halifax Media Coop: “Good morning everyone. Thank you for inviting us to this event. As students, […Read more]

Dec 012013
 
Missing the Point on Halifax’s Housing Crisis

By Evan Coole & Shay Enxuga, members of Solidarity Halifax Confronted with the harsh reality of unaffordable housing and homelessness in Halifax, Mayor Mike Savage states the plainly obvious: “[Housing] affects many other folks as well. It’s a whole strata of income levels and demographic groups who are struggling because housing costs have gone up much […Read more]

Oct 032013
 
Memo from City Council to Residents: Out with the Poor, In With the Rich!

By Solidarity Halifax member, Omri Haiven. Originally published in the Halifax Media Coop on October 3, 2013. “The Roy [Building], without a doubt, will be the jewel in the crown in Halifax’s Historic Downtown,” “Residents’ entitlements will include world-class hotel style amenities, executive concierge, porter services and cutting edge security. The Roy, with its forever […Read more]