Events and Conferences

Humanity & Inclusion Canada, the Canadian Landmine Foundation and Mines Action Canada are pleased to invite you to the ceremony for the Monument to the Unknown Civilian on Monday, December […]

Join AKFC on February 5 to celebrate International Development Week 2024! It’s no secret that the positive changes or challenges in one part of the world have the potential to […]

? Join us for a screening of “Zo Reken”, a film exploring humanitarian aid in Haiti, neocolonialism, and the unmet promises of international cooperation. The screening will be followed by […]

Join World Renew, Citizens for Public Justice (CPJ), and International Justice Mission (IJM) Canada on February 7 at Redeemer University. Learn how our programs are removing barriers to agency and […]

Treeline: A Story Written in Rings, is a Patagonia Film that embraces skiers, snowboarders, scientists and healers to the birch forests of Japan, the red cedars of British Columbia and […]

Abstract Education is a significant contributor to positive outcomes in all the Sustainable Development Goals. Recognizing the power of intersectional action from experts in education, health, technology, business, social development, […]

March 7 - 10, 2024 | Virtual and In-Person CUGH’s annual conference is a must attend event on the global health calendar. Over 2,000 scientists, students and implementers from academia, […]

We will hear from three inspiring speakers: Member of Parliament Yvonne Jones, Canadian Teachers’ Federation President Heidi Yetman, and Canadian Center for Women’s Empowerment Executive Director Meseret Haileyesus. The parallel […]

This side event addresses the persistent challenges hindering the achievement of SDGs, particularly SDG5 and SDG8, with a focus on unpaid care work's critical role and grassroots institutions in the […]

Join Aura Freedom and collaborators at the Globe and Mail Centre in Toronto for an informative event focused on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in the media. This event is designed for […]

In April, we’ll be exploring the remarkable narratives in Erin Hern's book, Explaining Successes in Africa: Things Don't Always Fall Apart. This isn't your typical Africa narrative; it's a journey […]

Au cœur de ces périodes d'instabilité, le prix payé par les femmes et les filles est double. Elles sont la cible de traitements dégradants et humiliants, d’abus, de maltraitance, de […]

Join Cuso International for an evening of inspiration as we present a debut viewing of “Karuara, People of the River” at the Centre for Social Innovation, Spadina in Toronto on […]

Hosted by WaterAid on the sidelines of Canadian Partnership for Women and Children's Health (CanWaCH), Healthy World Conference: Dialogues on Health, Gender & Climate Resilience. Monday, May 13th, 2024 Doors […]

The World Food Programme in Ottawa invites you to visit its FREE, interactive, multimedia exhibit detailing how WFP's integrated resilience programming is transforming livelihoods in Africa's Sahelian region.

We are thrilled to invite you to participate in an exceptional event designed to redefine the contours of international project management: a conference dedicated to the responsible management of international […]

Join AKFC and Canada-Mathare Education Trust on May 30 to explore innovative solutions for gender equity in education! Education has the power to shape the course of a person’s life. […]

The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 […]

Education is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone for sustainable development. The Government of Canada has been a long-standing leader in education. Most notably, Canada led the G7 Charlevoix […]

The CanWIN Global Summit will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, shared innovations from entrepreneurs in CanWIN, and networking opportunities for women from Canada and the Asia Pacific. The Summit, hosted […]

The Volunteer Abroad Happy Hour Is Back In Ottawa! Join us to learn more about volunteering abroad, meet new people, and have fun! Step into a relaxed setting at the […]

Welcome to the CFUW National AGM and Realizing Potential Conference! Join us for a fantastic event filled with exciting speakers, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. This in-person event will be […]

Join us for a dynamic, hands-on workshop that redefines our understanding of poverty through a fresh biblical lens. Together, we'll challenge our perceptions, discover holistic solutions rooted in reconciliation, and […]

Humanitarian and healthcare workers often operate in some of the most dangerous environments, including conflict zones, where they are increasingly exposed to violence. Despite international humanitarian law providing them with […]

We are thrilled to announce the dates for our 2024 Annual Conference, “Inspiring Action, Inspiring Hope: International Cooperation in a World of Uncertainty.” “What can Alberta and Canada do to […]

En 2023, il est estimé que plus de 560 travailleur.euse.s humanitaires ont été tué.e.s, kidnappé.e.s ou blessé.e.s à travers le monde. Le personnel local, qui opère souvent avec des ressources […]

In honour of the fourth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), APTN, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, CBC/Radio-Canada and the Algonquin Nation have united to produce […]

ONE Campaign and Afrifursa are pleased to invite you to a VIP Reception featuring Minister Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, and our President & CEO, Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, on […]

This compelling play transports audiences to the rural villages of Sierra Leone, West Africa in the late 1970s and 1980s where Nancy worked as a community health nurse for five […]

As humanitarian crises and inequality persist, understanding the landscape of global development is more crucial than ever. Join AKFC for an evening of thought-provoking discussions about a gripping memoir – […]

The leadership forum is one of Fora: Network for Change’s signature events — and one of the most impactful and empowering events of the year for young leaders looking to […]

This in-person conference is tailored for CW clinicians interested or engaged in research, and researchers in women+, newborn, and child health topics. We will showcase established Practice-Based Research from the […]

Join us for our Annual Volunteer Conference on International Cooperation, hosted at the Afromusée in Montreal, Quebec, on Saturday, October 26th. This event will celebrate and explore the diverse volunteering […]

Join us for our Annual Volunteer Conference on International Cooperation, hosted at the Afromusée in Montreal, Quebec, on Saturday, October 26th. This event will celebrate and explore the diverse volunteering […]

Join us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on maternal and child health in the Global South. This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to apply their […]

Join AKFC and the Canadian International Council, National Capital Branch (CIC) for "Unlocking Human Potential: Insights from the UNDP Human Development Report 2024," where we delve into the latest findings […]

Now is the perfect time to start planning your getaway to Edmonton, Alberta on October 30 and 31, and prepare for a memorable event. Here is what we have in […]

Spur Change is excited to invite you to the Pathways to Gender Equality national conference, taking place in Ottawa November 6-8, 2024. The conference aims to advance gender equality and […]

Please be advised that in-person space for this event is limited. Aga Khan Foundation Canada and Spur Change, a program of the Inter-Council Network of Provincial and Regional Councils for […]

5th Congress of the Mukwege International Chair: Ending gender-based violence: women's empowerment and sustainable development Dr. Denis Mukwege, 2018 Nobel Peace Prize winner, founder and president of the Panzi Foundation in […]

Are you ready to amplify youth voices and witness meaningful engagement in action? Plan International Canada invites you to RSVP for our "Amplifying Youth Voices & Meaningful Engagement" event. This […]

In collaboration with UNESCO, the School of Social and Behavioural Sciences at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is hosting an International Conference on Gender and Technology, January 16th – 19th 2025, at […]

To mark International Development Week in February, the art exhibition "Through my eyes: art for development" will be hosted by the University of Ottawa's WUSC Local Committee, a dynamic campus-based group who […]

As part of International Development Week 2025, Cooperation Canada and International Development Research Centre (IDRC) are proud to present a reception and a screening of The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of […]

We are excited to announce that we are hosting the WUSC "Through My Eyes: Art for Development" exhibition! This unique exhibit features 17 artworks exploring the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) […]

An interactive documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work in Bangladesh. Join Good Neighbours Canada for a documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work […]

With leadership from Canada in support of the G8 Muskoka Initiative, the Global Financing Facility (GFF) was launched in 2015 to accelerate efforts to end preventable maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent deaths […]

An interactive documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work in Bangladesh. Join Good Neighbours Canada for a documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work […]

Join Cuso International for Taste of the World during International Development Week 2025! Our event, in partnership with Global Affairs Canada, celebrates Canada's 35-year commitment to international development, highlighting the profound unifying […]

Join us in-person at the MaRS Discovery District to celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025! Enjoy panel discussions, networking opportunities, refreshments, and more. This free event is […]

As part of International Development Week, Nutrition International and Results Canada are pleased to invite you to a fireside chat and networking lunch with Monsieur Brieuc Pont, France’s Special Envoy […]

This International Development Week (IDW), join Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC), in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada’s Youth Advisory Council, for a youth-led afternoon featuring dynamic conversations, […]

Join us for a special evening during Sexual Health Week as we celebrate Oxfam Canada's and its partners' achievements in advancing access to sexual and reproductive health services worldwide. This […]

Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by the Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. Join us as […]

In this NGO CSW parallel event, co-hosted by the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) and Women Graduates-USA, panelists will discuss the progress made and ways forward to achieve gender equality, highlighting the […]

Nutrition International and the Asian Development Bank invite you to an official N4G side event: Mainstreaming nutrition in development: Unlocking the potential of multilateral development banks  Date: March 26th, 2025  […]

How do global media portrayals and popular misconceptions of Africa shape investment, economic development, and policymaking? What are the real costs of these narratives, and how can they be challenged? Join […]

“Love at First Sight” offers an intimate answer—through the eyes of former patients who captured what they missed most. If a photo speaks 1,000 words, these speak 1,001. “Love at First […]

Formerly the site of a rubbish dump, Al-Azhar Park has transformed the lives and livelihoods of the artisans in the surrounding neighbourhood and has become an urban oasis in Cairo, […]