BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Drupal iCal API//EN X-WR-CALNAME:Events items teaser X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Toronto BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZNAME:EDT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZNAME:EDT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZNAME:EST TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD TZNAME:EST TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668a9b50 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T193000 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T213000 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/phyllis-webstad-kw LOCATION:CGR - Conrad Grebel University Dining Hall 140 Westmount Road Nort h Waterloo ON N2L 3G6 Canada SUMMARY:Phyllis Webstad in KW CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring event of Indigenous knowledge\,\nsto rytelling\, and reconciliation\, with speaker Phyllis Webstad.\nPhyllis  Webstad is the Founder and CEO of the Orange Shirt\nSociety.  At the age of six\, Phyllis was sent to St. Joseph Mission\nResidential School\, and her belongings were taken from her on the\nfirst day\, including her oran ge shirt that her grandmother had given\nher. Now\, she tours the country telling her story and raising\nawareness about the impacts of the resident ial school system\, and the\norange shirt has become a symbol of hope\, re conciliation and a\ncommitment to a better future.  During the event\, th ere will be\nopportunities to listen to Phyllis' story and discuss actiona ble steps\ntoward reconciliation. DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668ad57d DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/looking-sky LOCATION:CGR - Conrad Grebel University 140 Westmount Road North Waterloo O N N2L 3G6 Canada SUMMARY:Looking at the Sky CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:Engaging with art demands vulnerability and builds the muscles we need\nto navigate conflict\, political resistance\, suffering\, and hea ling in\nour community and our world. This exhibit challenges viewers to\n embrace both the beautiful and the broken parts of themselves. Nina\nBaile y-Dick’s powerful batiks and collages are a feminist\ndeclaration of lov e for the land\, self-love\, and a call to action:\nSpeak up\, take up spa ce\, make art\, and share vulnerability to build\nthe resilience needed fo r personal and collective healing and\naction.  \n\nThis exhibit asks us to own and even value our own cracks and messy\nlayers\, refusing to choo se between suffering and\ncontentment\, brokenness and beauty. Nina remi nds us that holding\nboth in tension is our work.  \n\nTHIS EXHIBIT WILL BE OPEN FROM SATURDAY\, APRIL 4 TO WEDNESDAY\, APRIL\n29. X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:TRUE DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668ae267 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/shared-threads SUMMARY:Shared Threads CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:Shared Threads explores the weaving of community through textil e and\nimage. Drawing inspiration from Celtic knotwork—an ancient visual \nlanguage of continuity\, connection\, and interdependence—the works\nr eflect how individual lives are bound together into something\nstronger an d more enduring: community. \n\nThis exhibit features art presented by th e IRL Festival\, driven by\npeople passionate about Irish culture in Water loo Region. They are a\nnot-for-profit festival celebrating Ireland’s ri ch history and\ndynamic\, evolving contemporary culture\, which reflects h ow Irish\nculture continues to grow\, adapt\, and connect as the diaspora takes\nroot in new landscapes beyond Ireland.\n\nSHARED THREADS WILL BE O PEN FROM SUNDAY\, MARCH 1 UNTIL MONDAY\, MARCH\n30.\n\nYou can get more in formation and RSVP for the opening reception from\nthe Centre for Peace Ad vancement.\n[https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-peace-advancement/events/shared-t hreads-community-belonging-and-storytelling] X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:TRUE DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668aeca1 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/drafts-6-mapping-dia sporic-identities LOCATION:CGR - Conrad Grebel University 140 Westmount Road North Waterloo O N N2L 3G6 Canada SUMMARY:DRAFTS 6 – Mapping Diasporic Identities CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:ABOUT\n\nMapping Diasporic Identities brings together six artis ts whose\npractices span painting\, sculpture\, installation\, video\, and \nmultimedia storytelling. Each draws on personal histories\, cultural\nhe ritage\, and lived experiences in the diaspora to create works that\nquest ion conventional ideas of identity and belonging. \n\nThe exhibit runs fr om OCTOBER 4TH\, 2025 TO FEBRUARY 28\, 2026. The\nexhibit is located in th e GREBEL GALLERY\, top floor of Conrad Grebel\nUniversity College\, and is accessible by elevator. \n\nYou can learn more about the event from the exhibition book\n[https://artisticxploratorium.space/drafts-6-mapping-dias poric-identities/].  X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:TRUE DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668af8b6 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T140000 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T140000 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/grebel-convocation-2 026 SUMMARY:Grebel Convocation 2026 CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:Conrad Grebel University College proudly hohonours graduates wh o have\nlived and studied at Grebel while completing their University of\n Waterloo degree programs. This special Convocation ceremony takes\nplace s everal weeks before the University of Waterloo Convocations\,\nwhere the o fficial degrees are conferred. It is a time for faculty\,\nstaff\, student s\, families\, and friends to come together and celebrate\nthis significan t achievement. We warmly welcome friends and families\nto join us for this celebration on SUNDAY\, APRIL 12\, 2026\, AT 2:00\nPM in the Humanities Theatre\, University of Waterloo. DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668b02ef DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T190000 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T203000 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/annual-c-henry-smith -peace-speech-contest LOCATION:CGR - Conrad Grebel University 140 Westmount Road North Waterloo O N N2L 3G6 Canada SUMMARY:The Annual C. Henry Smith Peace Speech Contest CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:The annual C. Henry Smith Peace Oratorical Contest offers Peace and\nConflict Studies (PACS) students and Grebel residents/associates an \nopportunity to discuss peacebuilding and social justice issues on\ncampu s and beyond. The intercollegiate competition is administered by\nthe Peac e and Justice Ministries of the Mennonite Central Committee\n(MCC). \n\nO n MARCH 25\, 2026\, FROM 7 P.M. TO 8:30 P.M. at Grebel\, the PACS\nDepar tment and the Grebel Chaplaincy’s Offices are organizing a\nspeech perfo rmance and inviting you to participate.  The contest\nwinners will be rew arded with cash prizes. For more information\, reach\nout to the PACS Aca demic Advisor. \n\nYou can learn more\n[https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-confli ct-studies/scholarships-awards-and-contests/c-henry-smith-peace-oratorical -contest]about\nthe contest and meet former PACS or Grebel resident partic ipants.\n\nApplication deadline — March 6\, 2026. DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668b12bd DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251122T100000 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251122T160000 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/call-make-difference -market-vendors SUMMARY:Call for Make a Difference Market Vendors CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:The PACS Society at Conrad Grebel University College is excited to\nhost MAD Market this year\, and they're looking for amazing vendors t o\njoin them! 🛍️ Showcase your art\, crafts\, baked goods\, or unique \ncreations at this lively community market.\n\n📍 Where: Conrad Grebel University College\n\n📅 When: November 22\, 2025 (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.)\n\n Vendor Fees:\n\nStudents: $25\n\nStandard 6ft table: $50\n\nStandard 8ft t able: $60 Don’t miss the chance to share your work\nwith the Grebel and UW community!\n\nCONTACT: PACSSOC@UWATERLOO.CA FOR MORE INFORMATION. DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668b1dde DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251122T100000 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251122T160000 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/make-difference-mad- market SUMMARY:Make A Difference (MAD) market CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:The Make a Difference (MAD) Holiday Market: Shop\, Support\, an d Give\nBack!\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, November 22nd\, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at\nConrad Grebel University College for our annual Holiday Make a\nDifference Market! This festive event brings together local vendors\na nd artisans for a joyful day of community\, shopping\, and giving back.\n\ nBrowse unique\, handmade gifts and support small businesses while\nhelpin g us spread kindness this holiday season.\n\nYour generosity will directly support a charitable organization!\n\nEvent Details:\n\n📅 Date: Novemb er 22\, 2025\n\n🕙 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\n\n📍 Location: Conr ad Grebel University College\n\n🎁 Highlights: Local vendor booths\, sil ent auction\, festive treats\,\nand more! DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668b2754 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241130T100000 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241130T163000 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/make-difference-mad- holiday-market LOCATION:CGR - Conrad Grebel University 140 Westmount Road North Waterloo O N N2L 3G6 Canada SUMMARY:Make a Difference (MAD) - Holiday Market CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:MAKE A DIFFERENCE (MAD) HOLIDAY MARKET: SHOP\, SUPPORT\, AND GI VE BACK!\n\nJoin us on NOVEMBER 30TH from 10:00 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. at  CONRAD\nGREBEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE for our \"Holiday Make a Difference\" e vent!\nThis festive gathering brings together local vendors and artisans f or\na day of community\, shopping\, and giving back. Discover unique gifts \nand support small businesses while helping us make a positive impact\nth is holiday season.\n\nIn addition to our vendor market\, we’ll have a si lent auction and\na DOOR PRIZE you can enter by making a MONETARY DONAT ION OR\nCONTRIBUTING AN ITEM FROM THE ONEROOF YOUTH SERVICES KW\n[https:/ /www.oneroof.org/] WISHLIST at the entrance. Your\ncontributions will go toward supporting _oneROOF Youth Services_ and\nhelping KW Youth in nee d this winter.\n\nFind information about what _oneROOF Youth Services_ n eeds most\nhere: Donate Items — oneROOF Youth Services\n[https://www.on eroof.org/wishlist]\n\nEVENT DETAILS:\n\n* DATE: November 30\, 2024\n * T IME: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.\n * LOCATION: Conrad Grebel University Colle ge\n * HIGHLIGHTS: Vendor booths\, silent auction\, door prize entry with \ndonation\, holiday treats\, and more!\n\nBring your holiday spirit and a desire to make a difference in the\nlives of youths at oneRoof. We look f orward to seeing you there! DTSTAMP:20260416T123032Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69e0d668b34e3 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T193000 SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T210000 URL:https://uwaterloo.ca/peace-conflict-studies/events/paint-protest-eby-le cture LOCATION:CGR - Conrad Grebel University 140 Westmount Road North Waterloo O N N2L 3G6 Canada SUMMARY:Paint as Protest | Eby Lecture CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:READING SOCIO-POLITICAL EXPERIENCES THROUGH GRAFFITI AND STREET ART IN\nCONFLICT-AFFECTED SOCIETIES.\n\nStreet art and graffiti can provi de socio-political commentary and\nrich insight into societies\, cultures\ , social issues\, trends\,\npolitical discourse\, and spatial and territor ial identities and\nclaims. Through his field research in Cyprus\, Norther n Ireland\, and\nCanada\, Dr. Eric Lepp will engage with graffiti as a spa tial and\ntemporal resource in societies undergoing social and political\n transformation. 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