Events

Truth and Reconciliation Week 2025 is a transformative five-day journey for students (grades 1-12), educators, and the broader community to engage with the poignant history and enduring spirit of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Explore interactive workshops, witness the profound “The Gifts We Carry” youth empowerment gathering, engage in meaningful dialogues, and contribute to […]

English with French and ASL interpretation. This session will consider the reason why we say “Survivor” rather than “graduate”, and how many Survivors of residential schools found solace through the media of sports and the arts. Artist and Residential School Survivor Antoine Mountain and author Janice Forsyth will be joined in conversation with moderator Dr. […]

English with French and ASL interpretation. This session will look into the technicalities of what a ground search constitutes and many of the questions around why and how they should be done. The conversation will combine the lived experience of Residential School Survivors Francis Dickie Yuzicapi and Jacquie Bouvier with the technical expertise of moderator […]

English with French and ASL interpretation. This session will look at the direct throughline from the residential school system to the Sixties Scoop through to the overwhelming number of Indigenous children in child welfare today, including the directly related aspect of forced and coerced sterilizations of Indigenous women. CFS worker Roxanne Balan will moderate a […]

Join us on Wednesday, September 24th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents From Tension to Transition: Central Alberta’s Journey to Regional Victim Services, featuring Lauren Reid from Central Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society (CARVSS). Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 12 – 1:30pm MST What does it take to dismantle and rebuild a province-wide victim services system? In this frank and […]

English with French and ASL interpretation. This session will reflect on the decade which has passed since the TRC’s 94 Calls to Action were published, including how many of the Calls have been fulfilled and what is still holding back progress. Attend here!

English with French and ASL interpretation. This session will actively confront one of the largest identified barriers to reconciliation: residential school denialism. Dr. Niigaanwewidam Sinclair and Residential School Survivor Eugene Arcand will dismantle the most frequent and inaccurate denialist arguments in a conversation moderated by Dr. Savage Bear. Attend here!

"Thriving Together: Supporting Women’s Growth in Eye Health Careers Through Mentorship” ‍ Join us for a dynamic live virtual session spotlighting the vital role of female mentorship in shaping careers in ophthalmology. Through an engaging discussion, we will explore how mentorship uplifts women to excel in education and lead in teaching and institutional advancement. This […]

Are you interested in feminist methodologies, participatory research, and collaborative inquiry? Join authors Kaylan Schwarz, Claudia Mitchell, Mitchell McLarnon, Sarah Flicker, and Geetanjali Gill for a dynamic introduction to their chapters, followed by an open Q&A - a chance to connect with contributors and explore the practical and theoretical aspects of participatory data analysis. We’re also happy to welcome Pengfei […]

Register for Dignity in Dialogue’s upcoming session on October 16th from 1:00 PM - 2:30PM EDT.  This session spotlights the strategists, organizers, and everyday people taking part in impactful LGBTQ+ rights campaigns that have changed hearts, minds, and policies. Together, we’ll explore how movements have built power, navigated backlash, sustained momentum, and shifted narratives to […]

Are you interested in improving research mentorship in low and middle-income countries (LMICs)? We will go over successful mentoring programs in Ethiopia and Rwanda, case studies compiled by TDR, ways to enhance equity in mentorship, and share open access resources. The webinar is organized by a multi-disciplinary team of researchers from the University of Rwanda […]

Welcome to the Wellbeing Society Webinar Series Launch! Join us Friday, October 17, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM (PST) for the launch of PHABC’s Wellbeing Society Webinar Series, building on #PHSI25: Building Wellbeing Societies and Communities. This online kickoff introduces a new platform focused on the real-world challenges and opportunities of creating a Wellbeing society—and the actions needed to get […]

Join Partners In Health Canada for the very first session of our new Reading Club: Doing Hard Things With Friends. Together, we’ll gather around a short reading (shared in advance) to reflect on global health, solidarity, and what care really means. No prep required beyond the reading. We’re beginning in October — Paul Farmer’s birthday month […]

Interested in documentary filmmaking? Sign up for our session with Leena Minifie! Leena (Gitxaala/British) is a Vancouver-based film and television producer and a co-founder of Ricochet Media. As a journalist she worked at CBC Radio One and APTN National News. She reported from Standing Rock and the Pickton trial, and broke the Queen of the […]

Join us to explore how gender-transformative work is driving real impact in nutrition and health. This webinar will feature practical country examples from CARE Canada and Save the Children Canada, showcasing how the Gender Transformative Framework for Nutrition (GTFN) and the Systems-Based Thinking (SBT) tool are being applied in South Sudan and Yemen to strengthen […]

Access to quality sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) is essential for advancing gender equality, improving public health, and fostering sustainable development. Yet, financing for SRHR remains a critical challenge, with growing needs, limited resources, and recent funding cuts that threaten hard-won progress. To address this gap, strong and effective advocacy is key - […]

As extreme weather events grow more frequent and severe across Africa, radio serves as a lifeline for those most at risk. Reliable systems to warn communities before disasters strike are still limited in many rural areas. Communities are working to find innovative ways to share alerts that help people prepare for and respond to emergencies. […]

As part of Canada’s foreign affairs and development efforts, the IDRC invests in high-quality research in low- and middle-income countries, shares knowledge with researchers and policymakers for greater uptake and use, and mobilizes global alliances to build a more sustainable and inclusive world. This webinar series provides a platform for knowledge exchange, showcasing experiences, and […]

The Frameworks, Values & Rights / Activating Equity in Health Research (on AEHR) talk series offers an opportunity for experts to teach about the core frameworks and values of the Women-Centred HIV Care Hub, including their application to women's health and the realms of research, academia, medicine, and community. On AEHR talks present a podcast-style session where […]

November 20 is recognized as National Child Day in Canada, and World Children’s Day internationally. National Child Day commemorates Canada’s adoption of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and is a moment to shine a spotlight on the most pressing issues facing children and youth in Canada. On November 20, join […]

Please join Health Together... for a webinar by Prof. Jane Zhao. The webinar is open to all and free of charge. We host webinars every two months. All welcome! Learning Objectives from Webinar: Learn more current evidence on the sex-disparity in cardiovascular health. Learn the experience of conducting health promotion activities in a marginalized community […]

Join us during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence for an insightful panel discussion that will be exploring how dialogue, storytelling and strategic communication create change, transforming behaviour, and strengthening communities in Africa. When it comes to addressing issues of gender-based violence at scale and globally, one of the most powerful tools we […]

Join Save the Children for a one-hour webinar on December 3 at 9 a.m. EST.  In emergencies, every drop of breast milk counts. Wet nursing is a proven, life-saving practice that helps infants continue receiving the protection of human milk when their own mother needs time or support to establish or re-establish direct breastfeeding, or […]

Join The group of 78 on December 5 for a webinar on Canada’s proposed budget cuts to health programs in developing countries.

Join us for a critical conversation on the global displacement crisis. On Monday, December 15 at 11:00 AM EST, Oxfam Canada’s Irena Chipilova, Fundraiser, will be joined by Lauren Ravon, Executive Director, and Dalia Al-Awqati, Director of Humanitarian Affairs, to explore why more than 120 million people have been forced from their homes—and what Oxfam […]

The Activating Equity in Health Research (on AEHR) talk series offers an opportunity for experts to teach about the core frameworks and values of the Women-Centred HIV Care Hub, including their application to women's health and the realms of research, academia, medicine, and community. On AEHR talks present a podcast-style session where one to two guest experts […]

Action Kick-Off call: strategizing for impact in 2026 – January 8, 2026 at 7:30 pm ET Join us as we kick off the year by strategizing for maximum impact in 2026. This session will dive into our latest call to action and feature a learning segment on international assistance with Results’ Senior Manager of Advocacy […]

Join us for a virtual Q&A session to learn more about the application process, the placements, and life overseas! Calling all internationally minded young people in Canada! Do you want to learn from communities around the globe? Are you ready to apply your knowledge and enthusiasm to initiatives aimed at building a more prosperous, pluralistic […]

2026 marks the Year of the Volunteer, a time to celebrate the longstanding impact of service. It’s also a chance for us all to write a new chapter in our lives, inspired by those who have already filled many pages with stories of resilience, compassion, and dedication to their fellow human beings. Join Cuso International […]

Format: Online Learn to decode the signals of power and their patterns, build the skills that turn foresight into your strategic roadmap for navigating risk, and step into your power to seize responsibility. Overview The international cooperation sector is in a pivotal moment. Cooperation Canada and The Collective Legacy​​ present the FutureSHIFT Lab, a journey to dismantle inequitable […]

Format: Online Learn to flip complex systems into equity-rooted strategies, design and co-create actionable, future-oriented initiatives, and gain the confidence to pave the way on core issues including safeguarding, MEL, localization, and beyond. Overview The international cooperation sector is in a pivotal moment. Cooperation Canada and The Collective Legacy​​ present the FutureSHIFT Lab, a journey to dismantle inequitable […]

Join PHABC for an engaging forum with Dr. Lindsay McLaren exploring the Wellbeing Economy and its implications for public health. We warmly invite you to register and take part in this timely and thoughtful discussion. They hope to see you there! Attend here! 

Learning Objectives from Webinar: Consider the variant issues related to the naming and voicing of obstetric violence; Consider the variant causes of birth trauma Consider the variant impacts and consequences of obstetric violence and birth trauma Consider the possible options and strategies for stopping obstetric violence and birth trauma as preventable harms Dr. Heather Mattner […]

Format: Online Learn to translate equity strategies into new operational practices, reconfigure who holds power and how decisions are made, and harness the courage to anchor enduring change into the foundations of the governing structures. Overview The international cooperation sector is in a pivotal moment. Cooperation Canada and The Collective Legacy​​ present the FutureSHIFT Lab, a journey to […]

Tuberculosis remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, a fact shaped by inequity and weak health systems. The Partners In Health Canada × Medical Innovation & Global Health Association Tuberculosis Panel brings together clinicians, researchers, and global health leaders to share real-world experiences from the field. This session centres honest storytelling, practical lessons, and […]

As part of the 36th International Development Week, this event highlights this year’s theme, Prosperity through Partnership, and the role of collaboration in advancing climate and development action. English and French interpretation will be provided. This national knowledge-sharing event is hosted by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC), in partnership with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), as […]

Discover how your dreams can meet real opportunities! Join us on February 3 for a fireside chat with Ziyaan Virji, Founder of Leaders of Today. What does it really take to turn an idea into impact? Ziyaan Virji is a young social entrepreneur who turned a simple Google Sheet into Leaders of Today — a […]