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Stories

Every Canadian’s responsibility

By Karine Duhamel

MMIWG2S+ through the lens of Canadian and international law.

A young woman with braided hair, wearing a maroon jacket and gray winter cap, looks forward resolutely. A red handprint is painted over her mouth and face.

The chaotic story of the right to vote in Canada

By Matthew McRae

When you vote in an election, you’re never voting alone. The moment you step into a polling station, you are walking in the footsteps of thousands of people who fought for their right to vote.

An illustration of people in line waiting to vote. The man in front places his ballot in the box on the table.

We are Roma

By Gina Csanyi-Robah with Shayna Plaut, Ph. D.

This is our story of activism against injustice, racism and discrimination.

A painting of the Romani flag, which is blue on top, green on the bottom and has a red chakra that looks like a wagon wheel in the centre.

Events

Upstander Showcase

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Cost: Free

Location: Museum galleries and Stuart Clark Garden of Contemplation

In a museum gallery, students exhibit projects on easels. Two students speak with adults about their work.

Beyond the Rainbow Storytime 2025

Sunday, May 25, 2025

Cost: Free event; registration appreciated

Location: Stuart Clark Garden of Contemplation, Level 3

A table with a black tablecloth and colourful books relating to 2SLGBTQI+

Beyond the Rainbow Brunch

Sunday, May 25, 2025

Cost: SOLD OUT

Location: Boreal Bistro, Level 1

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Hours and Admission

Admissions

  • Adult (18-64 years)$22
  • Youth (7-17 years)$10
  • Post-Secondary Student (with ID)$17
  • Senior (65+ with ID)$17
  • Children (6 and under)Free
  • Family groups (up to 2 adults and 4 youth)$54
  • Indigenous PeoplesFree
  • MemberFree
  • Veterans and active service members November 5-10Free

Hours

Open Today:

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  • Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Special hours

  • Victoria Day (May 19, 2025) Closed
  • Canada Day (July 1, 2025) Open and free admission 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Sept. 30, 2025) Free admission 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Remembrance Day (Nov. 11, 2025) Free admission for military personnel and veterans, and their families 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Human Rights Day (December 10, 2025) Free admission 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Christmas Eve (December 24, 2025) Closed
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2025) Closed
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2026) Closed

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