Links for Solidarity & Inspiration

Teacher at board

Explore fun, inspiring, and insightful videos — from humour to teachable moments

See also: Key Links for Ontario Educators


Movies that Inspire (Playlist)

  • Canadian Labour International Film Festival – An annual festival showcasing films about workers and labour issues.
  • Cook for the Cure – An initiative combining cooking and fundraising for breast cancer awareness.
  • Cradle Will Rock – A historical drama about a controversial musical during the Great Depression.
  • Economics for Everyone – An educational series simplifying economic concepts for general audiences.
  • Girl Rising – A documentary highlighting the importance of girls’ education worldwide.
  • Horrible Bosses – A dark comedy about employees plotting against their overbearing bosses.
  • North Country – A drama based on a landmark sexual harassment case in the mining industry.
  • Norma Rae – A film depicting a factory worker’s fight to unionize her workplace.
  • Office Space – A satirical comedy highlighting the mundanity of corporate life.
  • Pride (UK 2014) – A true story of LGBTQ+ activists supporting striking miners in 1980s Britain.
  • School of Rock – A musical comedy where a substitute teacher turns his class into a rock band.
  • Stand – A survival thriller focusing on personal resilience in challenging circumstances.
  • The Corporation – A documentary critiquing corporate behaviour and its impact on society.
  • V for Vendetta – A dystopian political thriller exploring themes of totalitarianism and resistance.

Songs of Solidarity (Playlist)

Enjoy music that inspires social change and celebrates unity.


Books That Inspire


Social Media Highlights

Discover engaging educators and creators on TikTok:


Articles

Exploring Race, Bias, and Identity

Encourage students to broaden their perspectives.

26 Mini-Films for Exploring Race, Bias and Identity With Students


Women on the March

Explore the future of feminism through intersectionality and media representation.

Women on the March: A Lesson Plan on Imagining the Future of Feminism


First Nations, Metis & Inuit

Full Circle – Ways of Knowing

Lisa Reihana: in Pursuit of Venus [infected], 2021-2022


The Environment & Sustainability

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