Introduction to Socialism course in Vancouver!

We're thrilled to announce the very first edition of the Introduction to Socialism course in Vancouver!
 

The Leo Panitch School has been running this and a number of other political education courses in Toronto and online since 2023. Now we’re very pleased to be bringing our very first course to Vancouver! The format of the course will feature in person discussions and lessons from a variety of experienced instructors streamed live from Toronto.
 

The School’s flagship course, Introduction to Socialism, is designed for both those experienced activists always looking to learn more, and those newer to socialist ideas and full of questions. It will not only provide a unique venue for collectively tackling important topics, but also a welcoming space where any question relevant to socialist organizing, no matter how basic or advanced, can be raised and discussed.

Instead of providing precise definitions and historical readings, the course will focus on understanding the structures of capitalism in order to challenge it and begin building a better world. We will rely on the ideas and lived experience of participants to enhance the presentations, examples, and collective discussions that make up each session.

Over 8 weeks we’ll explore topics such as what and who is the working class, what makes socialism different, how we can overcome political barriers, how socialists can approach elections and winning reforms in the existing state, what role trade unions and political parties have played for working class struggles, and much more! 

Feel free to reach us with any questions at info@leopanitchschool.ca.