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The radio show celebrating Jack Layton is up on Gathering Voices. It features songs by Nancy White, James Gordon and Laura Bird as well as Penn Kemp’s sound poem, “J’Activiste," performed with Anne Anglin. Jack Layton: Art in Action is a collection of anecdotes about Jack Layton’s involvement in Canadian arts and culture, and how his spirit continues to influence activism in Canada today. His interest in the Canadian cultural landscape was an underlying presence throughout his career. Art in Action encourages readers to be proactive and, as Jack would say, “Never turn down an opportunity to serve!” Jack Layton: Art in Action commemorates Jack Layton’s influence on Canadian arts and culture to encourage readers to actively effect positive change.