You’ve made us realize that it is time for a rethink, and for courageous action. In 1946, Albert Einstein, spurred by the knowledge that the threat of nuclear annihilation meant that humanity needed to displace war as a means of resolving human conflict, ran an ad in the New York Times that read in part: […]
Learn moreThe McConnell Foundation is currently recruiting a Senior Program Officer to join its team on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and managing a portfolio of grants related to our strategic orientations, including our focus on advancing reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples […]
Learn moreAs the key driver of economic and social mobility in Canada, universities and colleges have a unique role to play in supporting reconciliation. It’s why last month together with Yukon College our Re-Code program hosted a first-of-its-kind gathering entitled “Perspectives on Reconciliation.” Over 7 days, 31 Canadian post-secondary institutions gathered to discuss the roles they […]
Learn moreThe McConnell Foundation is currently recruiting a Program Officer to join its team in Montreal on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate would be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and a portfolio of grants related to our strategic orientations, including our focus on building a low-carbon economy in Canada. As […]
Learn moreThe Government of Canada launched a call for proposals on an ongoing basis under the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program for 2019-2020 to support and leverage the work of stakeholders furthering Canada’s implementation of the 2030 Agenda. Organizations interested in receiving up to $100,000 in grant funding for one-year projects aimed at building awareness, increasing […]
Learn moreAn essential step toward sustainable food systems Canada’s new Food Guide was finally released this week. The Guide goes beyond recommending what to eat, and provides simple guidance on how to eat, such as cooking from scratch when possible. Many view the Guide as an essential step towards more sustainable food systems, because of its […]
Learn moreBy Laura Beaulne-Stuebing and Cara McKenna “Violence against women and children doesn’t know any cultural bounds or divisions” — Moose Hide Campaign seeks safety through Indigenous practices The Moose Hide Campaign started out small, but has grown into a national movement to end violence against Indigenous women and children. It’s also grown into an opportunity for […]
Learn moreBy Cities for People / We Are Cities’ Urban Aboriginal Convenor – Ted Norris The role of Urban Aboriginal Convenor for the We Are Cities national movement has enabled me to continue the work that I have been doing for many years – and that is to connect people and ideas through a common vision. […]
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