[…] and national environmental groups, and to urge their members to become involved in such groups, to study environmental issues, to promote and advocate sound environmental policies and practices. Sessions were asked to urge members to examine their own lifestyles in terms of consumption of resources and generation of waste. Interfaith Statements: 2015: Signed on […]
An event during the election campaign can be a great way to discuss important issues with candidates and educate members of your community. You can structure the meeting in various ways, including a roundtable discussion, a town hall meeting or a debate.
October 31 – November 12, 2021 | Ecumenical | one week or both For the Love of Creation and the The United Church of Canada are seeking delegates for their United Nations Climate Change COP 26 Ecumenical Delegation. Participation will be virtual. COP26 is the latest Conference of the Parties (COP), the group of nations […]
Statement on climate change: The United Church of Canada affirms that “we are called by God to live in harmony with all of creation; and that a Stewardship commitment to care for the earth requires us to be aware of the present and impending threats to our environment and to take action to preserve […]
Action on Refugee Rights: Many Interfaith groups are involved in the work of refugee resettlement in Canada. Public Statements: KAIROS is committed to work addressing the causes of forced migration, while promoting a climate of dignity and welcome for uprooted people. Core to this commitment is the implementation of the International Convention on the Rights […]
Budget 2008, introduced last week, was billed as “Responsible Leadership.” Yet the values and priorities evident in the budget do not include measures to reduce poverty, address homelessness or protect the environment. Public justice calls governments to take responsibility on these issues – and Budget 2008 drastically failed to answer this call.
“Private Sponsorship and Public Policy” is a survey of church connected sponsorship agreements holders, those two assist refugees in their resettlement. It outlines their top concerns with government policy including wait times, health cuts, and consultation.
[…] Canadian public policy, with the approval of roughly nine in ten Canadians. Yet, it is estimated that around 500,000 residents in Canada live without health insurance ( PDF), in most cases due to barriers related to immigration status. Holding universal access to healthcare as a fundamental Canadian value, while simultaneously denying access to half […]
October 2016Read the Statement Joe Gunn, CPJ’s executive director, has signed on to the Faith Leaders’ Statement for fairness and decent work. He joins 22 Muslim, Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jewish faith leaders from across Ontario. Read their call for an increased minimum wage and improved working conditions.
