The Ontario Public Interest Research Group (OPIRG), established at Brock 1988
We Research,
community based solutions for community problems.
We Educate,
because injustices continue through igrorance and apathy.
We create change,
because theory isn't enough. We need action!
What People Have to Say About OPIRG:
"OPIRG is an important resource for students to engage with the community."
- Mike, 3rd English
"You guys rock, you're alot like the Justice League, although slightly less cool given your lack of costumes" - Andrew, Sociology
Get Involved, Make a Difference
Become a volunteer
- Email OPIRG@AtBrock.org
- Call 905-688-5550 ext.4430
- Walk in, our office is room 204 in the Student Alumni Centre, beside the Brock Press
*Our office is a postive space, wheel chair accessible, and the volunteer coordinator knows American Sign Langauge
Join an action group
*Or you can start your own, if you have a different issue you're passionate about.
Attend an event or free school class
Regular Events
- Documentary Film Screenings - 21 King Street, Tuesdays 8pm
- Food not Bombs Serving - Montebello Park, April-October, Sundays 3pm
- Bike Repair with Kind Cycle - 21 King Street, Sundays 11-5pm
- knitting - 21 King Street, Tuesdays 5-6:30pm
- For upcoming events see the OPIRG Blog
- Free-School Classes at Brock in the Winter Term 2012
Donations of money and other stuff
*For assistance while donating call OPIRG at 905-688-5550 ext4430
Projects We Are Working On
Fed-Up - Students Feeding Students
Affordable, healthy, ethical, and delicious food for students from students.
- FedUp.AtBrock.org | FedUp@AtBrock.org
Women's Centre.
A safe space on campus that provides support services to women and trans-folk.
- Women.AtBrock.org | Women@AtBrock.org
- 24/7 Telephone Help Line
- Counselling
- Advocacy
- Community
(dis) Abilities At Brock
A student run advocacy and support centre for students
- Abilities.AtBrock.org | Abilities@AtBrock.org
Downtown Infoshop/Community Centre
A downtown hub for students to work along side with community members on social justice projects
- 21 King Street, St Catharines
- Downtown Infoshop events calendar