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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 […]
While Canada has been a champion for tuberculosis (TB) elimination efforts through sustained investments in The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria and the Stop TB Partnership's TB REACH initiative, we are falling short on both global and national commitments. Canada has failed to meet its fair share contribution to research and development for TB every […]
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!
This is a free webinar for the love of learning. No CEU/CPD/PDA Please join Health Together... for a webinar by Dr. Sarah Munro. The webinar is open to all and free of charge. We host webinars every two months. All welcome! Please join our mailing list by emailing: [email protected] (link sends e-mail) Learning Objectives from Webinar: […]
Presented by CIPS, the Gender, Peace, and Development Research Network (GPD-RN), the Research Network on Women, Peace and Security and the Group of 78 Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP) was announced in 2017, followed by several other commitments in support of Canada’s Feminist Foreign Policy. For example, “the women, peace and security agenda is […]
Join us on Wednesday, October 1st, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Implementing Transdiagnostic Cognitive Behavioral Therapies for Youth in Specialized Settings, featuring Dr. David Lindenbach from the University of Calgary & Hull Services. Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 2 – 3:30pm EDT Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has the strongest evidence base among psychotherapy programs and is a first-line treatment […]
Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion (IEMHP) at The Hospital for Sick Children is thrilled to welcome you to the vibrant and diverse city of Toronto for the 19th WAIMH World Congress in 2026. The event's theme, "Harmony in Diversity: Nurturing the Youngest Minds Around the World," invites infant and early mental health professionals from […]
According to the Global Report on Food Crisis, more than 295 million people faced acute hunger in 2024, which is the sixth consecutive annual increase. In food-insecure regions like Thailand, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Haiti, women are often the last to eat and the first to sacrifice their own nutrition for their families especially during crises. […]
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 […]
Join us on Wednesday, October 8th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents The Atlas Institute’s Co-Designed Resources on Intimate Partner Violence for Veterans and Veteran Family Members, featuring Petra Babic, Victoria Carmichael, Robin Dziekan, Kaitlyn LaRiviere, and Ashlee Mulligan from the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families. Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 2-3:30 p.m. EDT This presentation will introduce the work of the Atlas […]
Join the Movement for Equitable Eye Care! Operation Eyesight Universal, Seva Canada and Orbis Canada invite you to a powerful virtual webinar on the rising global and national demand for eye care. Explore emerging trends in global eye health, access across the life cycle and the role of policy in advancing equity. Learn how you can take […]
Join us on Tuesday, October 14th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents the Resilience Scale Masterclass, featuring Claire Neihaus from the Palix Foundation. Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 1pm – 3:30pm EDT The Resilience Scale Masterclass explores how adversities, positive supports, and acquired skills and abilities interact to influence resilience and impact lifelong health and mental health outcomes. It provides foundational knowledge […]
"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 […]
Join us on Wednesday, October 15th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Queer Epistemologies of Violence: Ecological and Liberatory Perspectives, featuring Dr. Jason C. Garvey from the University of Vermont and principal investigator of QTPiE: Queer and Trans People in Education. Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 2 – 3:30pm EDT In this session, Dr. Garvey will reframe violence prevention through the […]
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 […]
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 feminist leaders looking to expand their reach for change.
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 […]
The Canada FASD Conference is coming to Toronto, Ontario October 21-23, 2025. This national conference on FASD brings together a different people from across the country and internationally who hold valuable perspectives on FASD and prevention of FASD. With over 500 attendees expected, this three-day event brings together healthcare professionals, social workers, justice and legal […]
CanWaCH is thrilled to announce the next French offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! This training is designed to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership in delivering gender transformative health programming. Through a series of three modules, delivered across five sessions, participants will learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches […]
CanWaCH is thrilled to announce the next French offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! This training is designed to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership in delivering gender transformative health programming. Through a series of three modules, delivered across five sessions, participants will learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches […]
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 […]
Join us on Wednesday, October 22nd, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Technology Facilitated Sexual Violence: What You Need to Know, featuring Kaitlynn Mendes from DIY: Digital Safety. Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 2 – 3:30pm EDT This webinar will introduce the topic of technology facilitated sexual violence (TFSV), explain why we are moving to this language and away from […]
This year's theme is titled “Navigating the Path Forward: Advancing Global Health in a Changing World”. As the world faces urgent, unprecedented challenges, global health is at a crossroads. Geopolitical changes and instability, climate change, funding inequities, and the persistent effects of health disparities in Canada and internationally, demand bold and innovative action. The conference program […]
CanWaCH is thrilled to announce the next French offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! This training is designed to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership in delivering gender transformative health programming. Through a series of three modules, delivered across five sessions, participants will learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches […]
The UBC Faculty of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases is pleased to invite you to the Women-Centred HIV Care Update on Friday October 24, 2025. This program was co-developed between UBC Faculty of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases and Ribbon Community, Women-Centred HIV Care Hub and was planned to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity and balance. To learn more about […]
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 […]
Sphere Training 2025 For HRN and Non-HRN Members | October 27th - 28th (Montreal, in French) (In-person trainings - attend one location only) Join us for a two-day, in-person training, tailored for HRN members, designed to strengthen understanding of the Sphere Standards and the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS). This session will be facilitated by qualified trainers who previously […]
The Practicing Knowledge Translation (PKT) course is a professional development course that will show you how to apply KT science to real-world implementation projects in order to enhance and sustain project outcomes. The course focuses on empowering individuals and organizations in the health system with the knowledge, skills and support to do KT effectively. At the course’s […]
Join us for this in-person workshop from October 27-30, 2025 at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute in Toronto, Ontario. The Practicing Knowledge Translation (PKT) course is a professional development course that will show you how to apply KT science to real-world implementation projects in order to enhance and sustain project outcomes. The course focuses […]
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 […]
SHAPE is a pan-Canadian initiative working to break the silence around sexual health and genito-pelvic pain. Their mission is to close gaps in care by promoting evidence-based knowledge, inclusivity, and culturally sensitive approaches. Join us on October 29 at 12 p.m. EDT to learn, connect, and engage in conversation around a topic that is often […]
Join us on Wednesday, October 29th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Mothers in Mind: Strengthening the Mother-Child Relationship After Trauma, featuring Lisa Sura and Sarah Woods from the Child Development Institute (CDI). Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 2 – 3:30pm EDT Experiences of relational trauma, including childhood abuse, neglect, and intimate partner violence, can influence a mother’s parenting, her relationship with her […]
CanWaCH is thrilled to announce the next French offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! This training is designed to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership in delivering gender transformative health programming. Through a series of three modules, delivered across five sessions, participants will learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches […]
Sphere Training 2025 For HRN and Non-HRN Members | November 3rd - 4th (Ottawa, in English) (In-person trainings - attend one location only) Join us for a two-day, in-person training, tailored for HRN members, designed to strengthen understanding of the Sphere Standards and the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS). This session will be facilitated by qualified trainers who previously […]
Join us on Tuesday, November 4th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents End Violence Everywhere – Path to Justice, featuring Cait Alexander from End Violence Everywhere. Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 2 - 3:30 p.m. EDT Join End Violence Everywhere for a powerful and engaging webinar featuring survivor and advocate Cait Alexander. Cait will share her story, experiences, and insights […]
Join us on Wednesday, November 5th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Innovations in Intimate Partner Violence Research: Centering Lived Experience in Capacity-Building and Large-Scale Projects, featuring Dr. N. Zoe Hilton, Dr. Elnaz Moghimi, Elke Ham, Sevil Deljavan, Jaden Chong, and Nikoo Aghaei from Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 2 – 3:30pm EDT […]
What to Expect: Montreal An evening of conversation, advocacy, and community Join us in Montreal and Toronto for an inspiring evening with South African activist Zackie Achmat, recipient of McGill University’s inaugural Paul Farmer Award for Global Health Equity, Dr. Wesler Lambert, Executive Director of Partners In Health / Zanmi Lasante in Haiti and, in Toronto only, Dr. […]
An Inspiring Evening in Celebration of Human Rights Journalism Wednesday, November 5, 2025 Arcadian Court, Toronto 5pm Cocktail Reception | 6pm Gala Dinner | 8pm After-party More details to come. Learn more here!
Join us for the 17th annual Global Health Night, one of McGill’s flagship events in global health. This year, we are honoured to welcome South Africa's Zackie Achmat as our keynote speaker. As the first recipient of the Paul Farmer Award for Global Health Equity, Mr. Achmat will deliver the inaugural Paul Farmer Lecture for […]
What to Expect An evening of conversation, advocacy, and community Join us in Montreal and Toronto for an inspiring evening with South African activist Zackie Achmat, recipient of McGill University’s inaugural Paul Farmer Award for Global Health Equity, Dr. Wesler Lambert, Executive Director of Partners In Health / Zanmi Lasante in Haiti and, in Toronto only, Dr. Adrienne […]
In 2025, Barbados enacted the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, which came just three months after the government introduced a seven-year policy aimed at addressing the needs of persons with disabilities. As contemporary development faces social, economic, political, and environmental challenges, it is essential for any society striving to achieve its goals to vigorously […]
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 MDPGJ is an interdisciplinary graduate program designed to prepare future leaders to address the world’s most complex development and justice challenges. Through an integrated approach that connects theory, practice, and policy, students gain the skills and experience needed to make a meaningful impact locally and globally. Join us to learn more about the program’s […]
The Guelph Institute of Development Studies is pleased to launch a new course-based, 8-month graduate program, the Master of Development Practice and Global Justice. Join us for an info session where we'll introduce the new program, break down the application process, and share tips on strengthening your application to grad school. Attend here!
During this Town Hall, we’re turning the spotlight over to our GEM Hub members - they’ll be presenting on our Knowledge Mobilization activities, sharing their experiences and insights from their unique perspectives as working group members who were deeply involved in the co-creation process. We feel very fortunate to have their voices leading this event, […]
Join Global Reads for books, discussions, and meaningful connections! This event will take place at the Global Centre for Pluralism. Join Aga Khan Foundation Canada and the Global Centre for Pluralism in-person for a special edition of Global Reads featuring acclaimed journalist and author Lyse Doucet, in conversation about her new book, The Finest Hotel […]
Join us for this year’s Volunteer Conference will shine a light on Equity in International Volunteerism. Together, we will explore how volunteer stories, lived experiences, and partnerships are creating pathways to gender equality and building more inclusive futures. Through powerful keynote speeches, interactive panels, and hands-on workshops, attendees will hear directly from volunteers and local partner organizations […]
Where you live should not determine whether you live. Join Results Canada for an engaging event on the role of Canada—and people like you—in ending the malnutrition crisis currently threatening the lives of millions of children around the world. Learn, connect, and take action to help ensure every child has the nutrition they need to survive and thrive, no […]
We are pleased to invite you to this year's Annual General Meeting of members for the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children's Health (CanWaCH) taking place Monday, November 17 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST. This is your opportunity as a CanWaCH member to engage in the direction and operations of the organization and […]
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 we explore Matthew's journey to becoming a global health leader—highlighting his defining moments, lessons learned, and current projects. Learning Objectives: Explore how researchers’ unique journeys […]
2025 John R. Evans Lectureship in Global Health Keynote Speaker: Alicia Ely Yamin Date & Time: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 4 - 6 PM ET (followed by a reception in person) Location: Hybrid There may be no area in which applying human rights to health has been more successful than sexual and reproductive rights. Not only have we […]
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 […]
We’re excited to invite you to the 2025 AVA National Meeting on Thursday, November 20th – a chance to connect, collaborate, and be inspired by the incredible work happening across our national network. This year’s meeting is co-hosted with AVA Community Agency Partners Andrea Silverstone and Carrie McManus from Sagesse Domestic Violence Prevention Society – the visionary authors of Innovation at the Back of the Bus. Andrea and Carrie’s insights will inspire all […]
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 […]
Come together with child care advocates, parents, early childhood educators, and community leaders from across Canada for a powerful opportunity to connect, reflect, and take collective action toward a more inclusive and equitable early learning and child care system. This two-day summit will offer space for deep conversation, collaboration, and learning, with a focus on […]
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 […]
The HEALTHY PREGNANCY HUB The Healthy Pregnancy Hub is empowering future parents and health-care professionals with trusted, evidence-based tools to navigate medication use during pregnancy. Join us on November 26 to learn how this Hub supports open, informed conversations about common pregnancy health conditions and helps weigh the risks and benefits of medications during this […]
Women Driving Change for Heart, Brain & Vascular Health Date: November 27, 2025 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM EST Cost: Free Platform: Zoom Join us for a supportive, online session created for women living with heart, brain, or vascular conditions, and for the people who support them. This free webinar is a chance to learn simple, proactive steps to […]
The Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre are thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual Global Health Evening & Dinner for Nursing and Allied Health Professionals taking place on Thursday November 27, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm PDT at BC Children’s Hospital’s Chan Centre for Family Health Education. This annual event seeks […]
Join us for a discussion on global healthcare and our ability to impact change. Welcome to the Global Healthcare Evening! Please join us for an evening to hear from guest speaker Mark Brender from Partners in Health (PIH) Canada about his experience working in global health and our ability to impact change. Whether you're a […]
Act now to secure your school’s spot in this national, hands-on learning event for Grades 10–12. Join us for the Partners in Health Canada and Aspengrove Schools 2025 Case Conference on November 28th, 2025. This one-day, multi-school Case Competition invites teams to design real-world solutions to a pressing global health challenge. Students will: Work in teams to […]
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 CanWaCH for a virtual Coffee Chat on December 4 at 1 p.m. EST as we explore advancing women's and children's health in humanitarian crises. This session will provide space for participants to discuss how health and gender equality programming can respond to emerging, escalating and protracted crises while fostering long-term resilience. In small breakout […]
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 on December 9, 2025 by 12-1pm EST for a webinar co-hosted by the Canadian Association for Global Health Climate Change and Health Working Group and WaterAid Canada
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 […]
Join us to close the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence with a practical discussion on how global health and humanitarian organizations can strengthen policies and practices to prevent sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSEAH).
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 […]
Throughout human history, migration has been a courageous expression of the individual’s will to overcome adversity and to live a better life. Today, globalization, together with advances in communications and transportation, has greatly increased the number of people, who have the desire and the capacity to move to other places. This new era has created […]
Participate in this 3-month online course, starting in January. This course will teach students about knowledge synthesis in general, as well as how to conduct knowledge synthesis projects. Students will begin to conduct knowledge synthesis in the topic of their choice, with guidance from the course directors. At the end of this course, students will […]
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 […]
On December 9, Senator Daniele Henkel introduced Bill S-243 for first reading in the Senate. The bill is scheduled for second reading on February 3, 2026, marking a pivotal moment for women’s health policy in Canada. Senator Henkel has shared her vision for the bill in a recent LinkedIn video, underscoring the urgency and opportunity. […]
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 […]
Education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility. The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 24 January as International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. Without inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong opportunities for all, countries will not succeed in achieving gender equality and […]
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 […]
Strengthening Collaboration to Advance Equity in Women's Cardiovascular Health in Canada This session explores how meaningful engagement with People with Lived Experience (PWLE) and community partners can strengthen equity, trust, and impact in women's cardiovascular health. Drawing on the Canadian Women's Heart Health Alliance (CWHHA) model and collaborative initiatives such as CROWNING US, participants will […]
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 […]
Please join us for a special evening during International Development Week as we celebrate global solidarity and Canada’s contributions to poverty reduction, gender equality, and sustainable development. This year’s IDW takes place amid significant global foreign aid reductions, as many donor countries scale back official development assistance. These cuts threaten progress made on improving the […]
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 […]
Save the Children Canada, Plan International Canada, Girls Not Brides, and New Mountain Films are hosting a special private screening, panel discussion and reception for NAWI: Dear Future Me, Kenya’s official submission to the 97th Oscars Academy Awards, co-sponsored by MP Karina Gould. Set in Turkana and inspired by lived experience, the film tells the powerful story […]
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 […]
Modernizing Farm Advisory Services: Linking Canadian Agriculture with Global Innovation 1) Background The world will need much more food by 2030—about 56% more—because populations are growing and diets are changing. Meeting this demand in environmentally responsible ways could unlock major economic opportunities by 2050. Canada has a strong agriculture sector, but farmers do not have one easy, […]
Modernizing Farm Advisory Services: Linking Canadian Agriculture with Global Innovation 1) Background The world will need much more food by 2030—about 56% more—because populations are growing and diets are changing. Meeting this demand in environmentally responsible ways could unlock major economic opportunities by 2050. Canada has a strong agriculture sector, but farmers do not have one easy, […]
As a part of the Ontario Council for International Cooperation’s (OCIC) International Development Week 2026 program, OCIC will be hosting a virtual panel for students and other individuals interested in working in the international cooperation and policy sectors in Canada. The panel will profile some of our Youth Policy-Makers Hub alumni to share their experience […]
Register for Dignity in Dialogue’s upcoming session on February 5th from 11:00 AM- 12:30PM EDT. In this session, Stephen Brown (University of Ottawa) and Momin Rahman (Trent University) will present key findings from the Advancing Dignity research report, Canada’s Global Support for 2SLGBTIQI People: Assessing the Implementation of Canada’s Foreign Policy (2016–2025). The report was commissioned by Dignity Network Canada and completed in November 2025. […]
The UN has declared 2026 to be the Year of the Volunteer, a time to celebrate the longstanding impact of service. It’s 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 […]
The Cooperation Canada Awards recognizes excellence and merit in the field of international cooperation by celebrating individuals and organizations that have distinguished themselves in the past year. On February 5, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM ET, Cooperation Canada will celebrate outstanding achievements in humanitarian aid and international development at the annual Cooperation Canada Awards ceremony. The ceremony […]
Female genital mutilation (FGM) comprises all procedures that involve altering or injuring the female genitalia for non-medical reasons and is recognized internationally as a violation of the human rights, the health and the integrity of girls and women. Girls who undergo female genital mutilation face short-term complications such as severe pain, shock, excessive bleeding, infections, […]
