SRH Week
Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (SRH Week) is a yearly campaign designed to raise awareness on sexual and reproductive health and promote resources to improve community health in Canada.
Discover upcoming events, activities and learning opportunities in global health, international development, and gender equality.
Please note that fundraising events and activities will not be posted to the calendar.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (SRH Week) is a yearly campaign designed to raise awareness on sexual and reproductive health and promote resources to improve community health in Canada.
Together|Ensemble is Canada’s national conference devoted to tracking progress on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Summit, part of the Together for Learning campaign, will offer a unique opportunity to learn from the educational experiences of displaced youth and to engage with them as problem solvers and decision makers.
Registration is now open for Plan Canada's Youth Summit!
Join us for CanWaCH Academy!
Join us for an enriching in-person evening of learning and networking designed for leaders and emerging professionals from across the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children's Health (CanWaCH) membership.
Are you a CanWaCH member or sector partner? Join us for an enriching in-person evening of learning and networking designed for leaders and emerging professionals in Vancouver!
Spur Change, in partnership with l’Association québécoise des organismes de coopération internationale (AQOCI), is inviting small and medium organizations (SMOs), educators and youth from coast-to-coast-to-coast to its Annual National Conference “Peace: Beyond the absence of war” which will take place from May 17 to 19, 2022 at the Bonaventure Hotel, in downtown Montreal.
We are excited for you to join us at this premier gathering of global thought leaders, innovators and social entrepreneurs as we use evidence and experience to debate and advance solutions that drive social impact!
Join Results Canada for a civil society roundtable with Winnie Biyanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS.
In-person networking opportunity to discuss findings from the Foreign Policy By Canadians research, analysing findings from an Alberta lens
The summit will provide an in person forum for the gender equality movement in Canada to come together, in all its diversity, to build connections, strengthen capacity, share expertise, and shape a path towards a fairer and more equitable Canada.
On June 23, Aga Khan Foundation Canada is pleased to host Nature-based Solutions, Climate Resilience, and the SDGs, welcoming a panel of experienced practitioners who aim to reduce climate risks, advance climate resilience, and support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Registration is now open for Plan Canada's Youth Summit!
Engage in a discussion about the implementation of the SDGs, the shortcomings in implementation for those left furthest behind, and best practice responses to emerging threats to LGBTI+ communities.
CommunityFirst approaches to health and social issues among Inuit communities
July 21st is the day that we are looking forward to welcoming you in and starting on this journey together.
We cordially invite you to the 10th UCG Edition on Diabetes and Endocrinology Conference set up on July 27-28, 2022 in Dubai, UAE and Online. The theme of the conference is “Deliberate the important research and ongoing practices to reduce Diabetes”.
AIDS 2022 will take place from 29 July to 2 August 2022, with pre-conference meetings beginning on 27 July 2022.
Registration is now open for Plan Canada's Youth Summit!
On August 12th, 2022, the 1st IDEAS for Gender Equality Community Building Event will be held in beautiful downtown Toronto, Ontario
World Water Week is the place to explore new ways of managing water and tackle humanity’s greatest challenges
The 13th International Conference on the Maternal & Child Health (MCH) Handbook promotes health equity and aims to bring the health of mothers and their children to the forefront as, too often, social barriers make mothers feel invisible.
Learn the successful journey to becoming an international volunteer, connect with a community of change makers and volunteers and get your question answered by staff and past volunteers from: The International Bureau for Children’s Rights, Crossroads International, l'UPA Développement international, le Programme CLÉ, Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada, Youth Challenge International, Veterinarians without Borders, Cuso […]
Join us for an evening of connection and inspiration, with a little side of business, at CAWST’s AGM + Global Impact Celebration. Enjoy a cocktail and canapes while you learn about the magic (or maybe it’s science) behind our sand and household water treatment, and listen to an insider’s dialogue with CAWST’s CEO, Shauna Curry. […]
This evening will consist of a 5à7 and a panel discussion to hear directly from a group of influential Inuit speakers about some of the health and social challenges facing their communities, and how we can harness a CommunityFirst approach to co-create solutions.
Join us as we memorialize the children lost to the residential school system and honour Survivors and their families.
Join us for the first FREE Open House during the annual campaign “I am A Crossroader”. This event is the perfect opportunity to discover or learn more about our activities and programs. Be ready to connect and get involved with Crossroads! Register now!
A capacity-building session and community of practice event About this event Nature-based climate solutions (NBCS) that conserve, restore, and sustainably use biodiversity and ecosystems hold promise in helping people adapt to the impacts of climate change. Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) are hosting an NBCS capacity-building […]
You’re invited to join us to celebrate together the launch of “Window of Quebec” program! ZMQ Global is pleased to invite you to its launch event! In a warm atmosphere, we would like to offer you a first glimpse of the digital stories developed by ZMQ Global as part of the Window on Quebec project. […]
World Sight Day is on Thursday, October 13, 2022 and together with the global eye care community, we will be focusing attention on the importance of eye care for all. Please join us by prioritising your own eye health. Nearly everyone on the planet will experience an eye health issue in their lifetime, however, more than […]
Join us for the International Cooperation Futures Festival – Reconnect, unlearn, envision and engage
ICFP 2022 will take place from 14 to 17 November 2022, with pre-conferences, side events, and site visits beginning on 12 November 2022.
The uncertainty of conflict, climate change, economic and/or financial crises and pandemics, continues to call for attention and resources that will redress the inequities that exist along the continuum from local to global, within and between countries. The COVID-19 global pandemic has upended life for people everywhere and has highlighted the dramatic uncertainty of our […]
Advocacy often starts with putting key issues on the radar of those in power —and keeping the pressure on with actionable asks. Join us! Results Canada is a nonprofit advocacy organization with a network of passionate volunteers committed to generating the political will to end extreme poverty in low- and middle-income countries. "Political will" means […]
Fighting misinformation in 2023 The pandemic has put a long running issue in the spotlight: misinformation. It’s clear that the main fight for science communicators across the world is the prevalence of misinformation on social media. Join us on February 2nd as ScienceUpFirst hosts a one day symposium to provide researchers, science and health communicators, educators and students with the tools […]
On a global scale, uncertainty has taken on many faces – the war in Ukraine, a decline in the global Human Development Index, economic instability, and climate disasters, among others – which is leading to a myriad of disruptions in day-to-day living. As stated within the 2021-2022 UNDP Human Development Report, “The hero and the […]
Please join us for an in-person event to celebrate SRH Week and discuss the work being done to ensure people in Canada and globally have access to accurate and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health information because without it, people’s health is in the balance! Together, we will look at issues like comprehensive sexuality education, access […]
*This workshop is will be delivered in English and French, but you don't need to understand both to participate.** Advocacy often starts with putting key issues on the radar of those in power. Results Canada is a nonprofit advocacy organization with a network of passionate volunteers committed to generating the political will to end extreme […]
CanWaCH is thrilled to announce the eighth offering of our virtual Gender Equality Training sessions!
Become a powerful digital advocate and address the impact of social media on body confidence and self-esteem at Plan International Canada’s Solutions Lab (Feb. 25). Learn from experts, connect with change-makers, and create an innovative digital campaign that could win a seed grant. Sign up today! Description: Are you ready to lead innovation and make […]
This year’s Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) 2023 will bring together Africa’s top thought leaders, political figures, innovators, researchers, policy makers, health workers and community mobilisers for dialogue and action aimed at mainstreaming climate discourse into health policy conversations, and vice versa. The conference will kick off with the AHAIC 2023 Wogging event on […]
The sixty-seventh session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place from 6 to 17 March 2023. Representatives of Member States, UN entities, and ECOSOC-accredited non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from all regions of the world are invited to contribute to the session. Themes Priority theme: Innovation and technological change, and education in the digital age for achieving gender equality and […]
Le reportage du photographe belge Christophe Smets témoigne des conséquences de l’accès restreint aux soins de santé pour les femmes du Kivu à l’Est de la République démocratique du Congo (RDC). Pour la première fois en Amérique du Nord, l’Assemblée nationale du Québec accueille l’exposition SaKiFe (Kivu : les femmes et la santé) du 6 […]
This collaborative event organized by Plan International Canada, Young Diplomats of Canada and Fora: Network for Change will serve to amplify youth perspectives on technological innovation and its intersection with gender equality.
In honor of World Water Day on March 22 and the UN Conference on Water, the Canadian Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (CNNTD), in partnership with Operation Eyesight Universal and the University of Calgary, Alberta Council for Global Cooperation, highlight Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) as diseases needing equitable access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) […]
Location: IDRC offices: 45 O’Connor Street, 6th Floor Date and time: March 28, 2023 9:00 AM-10:30 AM To attend virtually: Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 222 179 504 096 Passcode: ngQyy9 Despite the progress that have been made with sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) at the conceptual and practical levels, […]
Date: Thursday, April 13, 2023 Time: 8:30 - 10:00 am EST Location: Borden, Ladner and Gervais LLP, Bay Adelaide Centre, East Tower, 22 Adelaide Street West, Suite 3400, Toronto, SOS Children’s Villages Canada is proud to welcome Ingrid Johansen, CEO of SOS Children’s Villages International, to speak at a very special Speaker Series event. Moderated by Cooperation […]
Global Health at a Crossroads: Equity, Climate Change and Microbial Threats In Conjunction With: The World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2023 & The AAHCI Global Innovation Forum 2023 Washington Hilton, Washington DC April 14-16, 2023 In-person Satellite Sessions: April 13, 2023 Virtual Satellite Sessions: April 3-7, 2023 Join colleagues from around the world at CUGH2023. […]
Hosted in Ottawa on April 18 and 19, the summit will bring together organizations and institutions engaged in health and rights programming within the international cooperation sector
Game-changers for achieving the Global Goals by 2030 DATES: May 6-8, Ottawa ON Results Canada is hosting a National Conference in-person in Ottawa this spring! On May 6-7, you will be able to connect with volunteers and partners, learn new skills through interactive workshops, and hear from advocacy champions from around the world so you […]
“Beyond Culture: Bridging Gaps in Accessibility, Equity & Inclusion” Employment Equity Partners’ Roundtable provides a shared communication platform for leaders in academia, business, civil society, and the public sector, to explore: systemic racism and discrimination in the workplace; how power and privilege manifest themselves, explore how to eliminate biases, and define pathways for accountability to […]
Registration for Equal Futures 2023: A Gender Equality Summit, is now open!
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the world? Are you interested in connecting with like-minded changemakers from all over Canada? If so, Plan International Canada invites you to apply to our free Youth Summit in Toronto from Thursday, May 25, to Sunday, May 28! Designed by Plan International Canada’s Youth Council, the […]
“Beyond Culture: Bridging Gaps in Accessibility, Equity & Inclusion” Employment Equity Partners’ Roundtable provides a shared communication platform for leaders in academia, business, civil society, and the public sector, to explore: systemic racism and discrimination in the workplace; how power and privilege manifest themselves, explore how to eliminate biases, and define pathways for accountability to […]
World Vision Canada and its National Youth Council co-hosting the Youth Vision Summit, a full-day conference, at the Centre for Social Innovation in Toronto on June 17th. The event is catered for youth aged 16-24, who are passionate about global issues and looking to dive deeper into advocacy and impact-making. No experience required. It will […]
As part of the summit, we are opening up a networking lunch session for any youth or professionals in international cooperation and development, humanitarian aid, and social justice advocacy to engage with our summit participants looking to deepen their global impact. We look forward to building valuable connections with impressive youth changemakers, like-minded peers, and humanitarian practitioners. Click […]
The Société québécoise d’évaluation de programme will be hosting the next annual conference of the Canadian Evaluation Society which will take place from June 19 to 21, 2023 at the Hilton Hotel in Quebec City. The conference will be preceded by professional development workshops on June 17 and 18 and followed by international sharing sessions on June 22. Whether you are a […]
About 184 million people—2.3 percent of the world’s population—live outside of their country of nationality. Almost half of them are in low- and middle-income countries. With global economic imbalances, climate change, and other complex factors, migration will become increasingly necessary in the decades to come, with the potential to deepen development challenges. However, the authors […]
Who should attend: Individuals and representatives from community organizations with an interest in sex- and gender-based health research, those working toward health equity for people of any and all genders in all their diversity, patient partners and people with lived experiences navigating healthcare systems, and/or people with ideas about advancing community-engaged health research. ‘Who should attend’ […]
Event Teaser: We cordially invite you to join us on World Refugee Day for a truly inspiring event that has the power to change lives. "Building a Brighter Future: A Migrant and Refugee In-Person Town Hall" is a must-attend gathering taking place in Ottawa that promises to be a powerful and unforgettable experience. Description: We […]
Nature-based Solutions (NbS) that conserve, restore and sustainably use biodiversity and ecosystems hold promise in helping people adapt to the adverse effects of climate change. But it is often a challenge to achieve measurable gains for biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, while also achieving wins for society and for climate adaptation. On June 22, join AKFC […]
The Women Deliver 2023 (WD2023) conference will take place in Kigali, Rwanda from July 17 to 20! CanWaCH will be hosting a networking reception on Wednesday, July 19 for Canadian partners and key global partners in attendance. If you are attending Women Deliver in-person, please register here to book your spot. We will also participate […]
In celebration of Women Deliver 2023, the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children's Health (CanWaCH) invites you to join us for an evening of connection and solidarity. We look forward to providing a space for Canadian delegates and our global partners to connect with one another, share learnings and galvanize momentum for the work that […]
What do strong community partnerships look like to you? Cuso and VIDEA are teaming up and hosting a community conversation. Join us August 31st 10am-4pm (drop in anytime)! There will be food and door prizes! Everyone is welcome and honorariums will be provided. Register at the link below! We look forward to seeing you there! […]
🌟 Join Us for the BBQ Engage and Connect Event at Parc Lafontaine, Montreal! 🍔🌭 Calling all members of the Carrefour International team, as well as individuals from the public who are interested in volunteering or international cooperation! We're thrilled to invite you to our highly anticipated event, the BBQ Engage and Connect, taking place […]
A Side Event during UNGA 78 and the SDG Summit
By the Government of Honduras, Organized by PMNCH, FIA Foundation, Plan International, UNFPA, WHO, UNICEF This high-level dialogue hosted by the Government of Honduras will convene Member States to amplify the adolescent- and youth-specific commitments announced at the 2023 SDG Summit by Member States, as part of the 1.8 Billion Young People for Change advocacy […]
In a relaxed atmosphere, come and discuss volunteering opportunities in international cooperation. In the 5 to 7 style formula, you will meet people working in different organizations of the volunteer cooperation program, as well as other people interested in international cooperation like yourself. From 6:00 p.m., appetizers will be offered to participants. It will also […]
Explore innovative approaches to advancing gender equality! Gender equality stands as an enduring journey marked by steadfast progress amid persistent challenges. By dismantling barriers to education, economic participation, healthcare, and decision-making, gender equality not only benefits individuals but also fosters broader societal advancement. Through initiatives like the Fund for Innovation and Transformation (FIT), the Canadian […]
Hear how vocational training is empowering women in Ethiopia through financial independence. On Thursday, September 28th, the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation will be at Good Earth Coffeehouse Seasons (Building #14, 455 Sterling Lyon Parkway) with Deborah Northcott, co-founder of Real Humanitarian (formerly Canadian Humanitarian). Real Humanitarian, an MCIC member, is dedicated to assisting disadvantaged […]
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World leaders just met at the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals midpoint summit . Halfway between the SDG’s 2015 launch and the 2030 deadline, the mood was somber. Stark global tensions alongside inadequate SDG progress made for a tough outlook for the next seven years. In the words of Secretary-General António Guterres, “halfway to 2030 […]
The Canadian Conference on Global Health is an annual conference that brings together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students from various disciplines and sectors to discuss pressing global health issues. The conference provides a platform for sharing knowledge, best practices, and innovations in global health research, policy, and practice. The 2023 Canadian Conference on Global Health will […]
The What Works Global Summit is the largest event of its kind, bringing together researchers, leaders in evidence-based decisionmaking and practitioners to share the latest evidence synthesis research, research methods and practice strategies for improving the lives of individuals, families and communities worldwide. This year, the What Works Global Summit (WWGS 2023) will be an […]
Join us on October 18, 2023 to celebrate Aura Freedom’s 10-year anniversary at the legendary El Mocambo in Toronto. A Day After Freedom is an event to celebrate a decade of Aura Freedom’s work eradicating Violence Against Women and Human Trafficking…and to talk about what’s next. October 18, 2023. 6PM. El Mocambo. 464 Spadina Ave, […]
We are delighted to invite you to the celebration of 25 years of ZMQ Global, our international non-governmental organization. Originally founded in 1998 in India, ZMQ is dedicated to using technology in critical social issues to improve and save the lives of the poor and marginalized. For a quarter of a century, we have tirelessly […]
Join us in person for the inaugural BC Children’s and BC Women’s (CW) Practice-Based Research Conference on October 25, 2023.
Join AKFC, in partnership with Canada’s International Development Research Centre and the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University, for the Ottawa launch of the Lancet Commission’s report on “Peaceful Societies through Health Equity and Gender Equality”. Some of the report’s authors, partners, and field experts will join us to discuss the research findings and […]
On November 8, SickKids Centre for Global Child Health Co-director, Dr. Zulgiqar A. Bhutta, is giving a lecture in conjunction with the 2023 Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research he was awarded this year for his leadership in maternal and child health. Register: https://t.co/ARUIB2JuXI
Gender lens investing is an approach that integrates a gender analysis into investment analysis and decision-making to better inform investment decisions and advance gender equality. However, gender experts and finance organizations often lack the capacity to integrate their analyses. This problem exists in traditional banks or microfinance institutions where women often still struggle to access […]
We invite you to join us on Nov 16 for Innovating For Change: Advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights through Community-Centered Advocacy! Pre-event cocktail reception: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Event: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Panel 1: Championing Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights through Community-Centered Advocacy. Panel 2: Examine the role of media in […]
As changemakers and emerging leaders, youth are increasingly seeking opportunities to learn and develop the skills needed to address the global climate crisis and confront related injustices. In anticipation of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), AKFC is convening a session on youth climate […]
Join us at the Centre for Social Innovation for our Volunteering Abroad 6 to 8 happy hour! Get ready to embark on an incredible journey and make a difference. Discover a variety of volunteering opportunities that will allow you to explore new cultures, gain valuable experiences, and contribute to meaningful projects. Whether you're passionate about […]
Dear colleagues and partners attending the 2023 Conference on Public Health in Africa, You are warmly invited to a side event entitled “Defeating malaria through equitable partnerships” organized by Medicines for Malaria Venture and The Tropical Diseases Research Centre, Zambia. While significant strides have been made in the last two decades to defeat malaria, today, […]
SANTÉ MONDE VOUS INVITE À SON RENDEZ-VOUS ANNUEL 2023 À vos agendas, prêts, marquez ! Santé Monde est heureuse de vous inviter à son prochain Rendez-vous annuel qui aura lieu le 29 novembre 2023, en mode hybride via Teams et à la salle Power Corporation du Pavillon La Laurentienne de l’Université Laval. Le Rendez-vous annuel de Santé Monde est un moment privilégié de rencontre entre les membres de notre […]
MinoFest, formerly the Racialized Maternal Health Conference, is the only conference of its kind in North America, and is the premier event shaping the future of perinatal care for Black and racialized birthing persons. MinoFest 2023 will take place on November 30 at the Design Exchange in Toronto. We have carefully curated an enriching program […]
The Global Digital Health Network will once again convene the Global Digital Health Forum this December 4th through December 6th, 2023. GDHF is the leading global public health industry networking and relationship-building opportunity for technology vendors, donors, researchers, government representatives, and implementing organizations working in low- and middle-income countries. GDHF 2023 will build on the […]
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 4, starting at 5pm. We will be gathering around this memorial inspired by the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to commemorate the thousands of men, […]
In the face of intensifying uncertainties around the world, the importance of collaboration in identifying sustainable and inclusive solutions has never been greater. The theme for this year’s Annual Public Meeting is Mobilizing alliances for a more sustainable world. It will highlight how IDRC’s strategic partnerships respond to the urgent global challenges of climate change, […]
Join us in-person or online as we engage in dialogue on Canada's role in development finance! On January 30, AKFC and ONE Campaign in Canada are hosting an event to outline and discuss how Canada can play a more prominent role in shaping an inclusive international financial ecosystem to address climate change and development, as […]
En présence des directions des opérations internationales du réseau de Médecins du Monde, ce ciné-débat propose la diffusion du documentaire Nos silences - An te Kouman. Il s'agit d'une opportunité unique d’explorer la mise en œuvre du droit à l’avortement grâce à nos différents programmes qui s’adaptent à des contextes peu favorables, qu’il s’agisse de […]
Let’s Continue to #GoForTheGoals International Development Week (IDW) is an annual event held the first full week of February, supporting international development priorities while shining a light on important contributions made by Canadians at home and abroad. IDW will be taking place February 4-10, 2024, and will include many events—in person, virtually, and hybrid—organized by […]
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 have a global impact. For decades, Canadians from across the country have sought to make a meaningful, positive impact in the world—through local and global […]
🎬 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 an insightful Q&A session, exploring the intersections between International Development Week (IDW) and anti-racism efforts within the sector, especially during Black History Month. Please note […]
Join us for the Global Health Learning Network series and attend a session with Senator Stan Kutcher, Ms. Sarah LaFramboise, and Dr. Alison Krentel. This enriching session will explore how scientists can be effective advocates by hearing about and learning from Canadian experiences in advocacy in national and international domains. The session will explore the […]
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 contributing to holistic community development. Inspired by our faith, we believe that our international development activities must acknowledge and honour the unique image of God […]
Join us for one of the most interactive global conferences on international development! Connect with a wide range of actors - including civil society members from the Global South, students and youth leaders, government representatives and private sector, researchers, and international development specialists - for engaging discussions on some of the most pressing issues, challenges, […]
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 the bristlecones of Nevada. Everyone is welcome, after the film we will hold space to explore how we are feeling, what we have learnt 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, and others is imperative to achieving a stronger and more sustainable world for current and future generations. To strengthen the connections between sectors, there needs […]