BC's 1983 solidarity movement, 30 years on: something for the left to celebrate or best forgotten?

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Authors: Gordon Hak
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Abstract

Thirty years ago, unionists, community groups, and political activists marched and went on strike against the Social Credit government's neo-liberal legislative agenda: B.C.'s massive solidarity movement was born. Why does solidarity still conjure up mixed reactions? What is its place in the history of the left?

Fields of Study & Subjects

Community Development and Social Impact

Publication details

Journal / source
VIUSpace (Vancouver Island University Library)
Publication date
11 March 2026
Language
EN