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Development & Peace is a non-profit organization that supports partners in the Global South in the pursuit of alternatives to unjust social, political and economic structures. Our aim is to educate Canadians about the causes of impoverishment and to mobilize Canadians towards action for change.

07/25/2024

News from Madagascar! Our program manager met the mayor of the Soanierana commune on July 2.
He explained to us, as did the associations we met during the day, that there had been no bush fires, although these usually start at the beginning of June. This is an unhoped-for result of the acceptance of the “dina” (rules), which were formulated with the participation of as many people as possible to protect the environment!
The RENIALA project is funded by the Quebec government as part of the International Climate Cooperation Program (PCCI), a program stemming from the Plan for a Green Economy 2030.
Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs

07/18/2024

Being a member of Development and Peace - Caritas Canada is an amazing commitment:
✔Support millions of people in lifting themselves out of poverty and injustice.
✔Connect with people from across Canada and around the world who share your values and convictions about social justice.
✔Participate in the life of the movement and in our education, action and fundraising campaigns.
✔Membership is for life: only $10 or FREE for those 35 and under.
Become a member today: https://www.devp.org/joinus

07/16/2024

HAITI : SIX MONTHS OF VIOLENCE
Since the beginning of the year, the Haitian people have been facing one of the most serious crises in their history. They have had no respite from political instability and the violence of the armed gangs that have taken control of the capital. The gangs are accused of murder, r**e, looting and kidnapping for ransom.
Even as hopes mount that the situation will improve, more than 500,000 people remain displaced. In June, Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada approved over $180,000 in funding for four projects that will reach over 4,000 people and meet their most urgent needs.
Please read the full article to learn more about how we support our partners in through several projects.
https://devp.org/en/haiti-a-little-respite-for-the-people/

07/10/2024

It was an awesome weekend with young people across the Atlantic for this year's Steubenville Atlantic - Illuminate @ Saint Mary's university. And Development and Peace was represented with our table full of resources on our work with our partners in the Global South.
justice

07/02/2024

Our Impact thanks to YOUR support! 💪✨
Together, we are transforming lives and building a brighter future! To learn more about our work, visit www.devp.org

06/28/2024

Did you get the chance to listen to our latest podcast episode with four exceptional students from Mother Theresa Secondary School? If not, this is your chance! 🎙️
In this episode, we spotlight our innovative program, D&P Schools, dedicated to fostering social justice and global solidarity among students. 🌍
Listen here👉https://on.soundcloud.com/LondeE9xqbgRy3R48

06/20/2024

"I was profoundly moved by the depth of the Christian witness to suffering, the lamentations and the prayerful hope for peace. These were expressed through song, storytelling, readings from the Scriptures, and collective prayer.
Some of the Church leaders present at the vigil had recently returned from Palestine. Others in the crowd were Palestinian Christians who had recently come from or were awaiting news of their families there. Hearing the stories of their journeys confronted us with the intolerable horror and humiliation faced daily by Palestinians".
Please take some time to read the article written by Kiegan Irish, Animator for Eastern and Northern Ontario about the in Ottawa.
https://devp.org/en/gaza-pilgrimage-ottawa-parliament-hill/

04/30/2024

Happy Tuesday everyone!
Here are a few pictures of Bishop Bart van Roijen who started his walk in York Harbour to walk 42 kms to the Cathedral of the Holy Redeemer in Corner Brook where he held an ecumenical prayer service for peace in Gaza at 7:00 pm!👏🏼

04/22/2024

Have you listened to our new podcast episode? If not, this is your sign!
After six months of terror and suffering for the people of Gaza, our executive director Carl Hétu analyzes the situation.
Carl has extensive experience in the region, having visited it several times in the course of his work for various organizations. In this episode, he shares his in-depth knowledge of the longstanding conflict in the Holy Land.
Listen here: https://shorturl.at/cDFH5

04/15/2024

SUDAN CRISIS: JOINT STATEMENT CALLS FOR MORE FUNDING AND ACCESS
The current crisis began a year ago today. Within a week of the start of the fighting, Pope Francis was inviting the faithful to pray for the Sudanese people, a call that Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada heeded with a Rosary for peace in Sudan on May 27, 2023.
In November 2023, the Holy Father addressed “a heartfelt appeal to local leaders to facilitate access to humanitarian aid and, with the contribution of the international community, to work in search of peaceful solutions.”
Now, the pontiff’s plea has been echoed in a joint statement issued by a group of civil society organizations, including Development and Peace - Caritas Canada, Caritas Africa CA, Caritas Internationalis, CAFOD, Catholic Relief Services and the Service jésuite des réfugiés - Jesuit Refugee Service / Canada.
Please take some time to read the statement:

04/04/2024

Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada is intensifying its advocacy.
We resolutely call on Canada and the international community to deploy all necessary means to immediately bring about an internationally mediated peace process to provide a pathway to coexistence for Israeli and Palestinian people that respects the human rights, dignity and just aspirations of all.

04/02/2024

A little throwback to THINKfast with the Manitoba Catholic Schools and Development and Peace at St. Maurice Parochial School! Over 35 students fasted for 24 hours, prayed and learned about the partners of Development and Peace - Caritas Canada in an interactive way to enhance their Lenten journey!
Students from St. Maurice School, St. Boniface Diocesan High School, St. Mary's Academy and St. Paul's High School participated in this faith and fun-filled day. Special guests included our very own president, Brenda Arakaza, who spoke to students about her journey with Development and Peace!
Students celebrated the end of the fast with the faithful of St. Vital Parish, celebrated by Fr. Wayne Morrissey, Parish priest and concelebrated with Fr. Charles Fillion, vicar-general of the Archdiocese of St. Boniface.
Let us continue to pray for our young people to be beacons of the light of Christ to the world!

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