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Official Heart for Africa (Canada) page. Fighting Hunger, Caring for Orphans, Decreasing Poverty & Providing Education in Eswatini, Africa. 🌍

Our programs are designed to address these four key areas with solutions to alleviate hunger, rescue and care for orphans, fight poverty with employment and provide education to children and adults through school and vocational training. Since its inception, Heart for Africa (Canada) has worked to steadily address each of these four key objectives, launching programs and developing resources designed to tackle each area. And while the problems loom large, there have been notable successes. In March 2012, the first abandoned baby arrived at “Project Canaan”, the 1,000 hectare farm where Heart for Africa (Canada) homes for children and other programs are located. It has grown tremendously, adding more homes for children and training and employment programs for men and women from surrounding communities that include Project Canaan Farm, Khutsala Artisans, Lusito Mechanic Shop, and the Kufundza Center. Today, 330+ children under the age of 11 call Project Canaan home. Heart for Africa (Canada) has made a solemn promise to care for them until they complete their High School education. 440+ men and women work on Project Canaan Farm, Project Canaan Children's Campus and with Khutsala Artisans. With you, we can extend HOPE to the furthest reaches of Eswatini. In this country, where food, water, medicine and employment are scarce, you can join us in ensuring that HOPE is abundant.

11/02/2026

What happens when eight students from Eswatini travel to the United States for an educational adventure? A whole lot of learning, laughter, new friendships, and a few surprises along the way! ❤️

Janine's latest blog, "A Whirlwind Month," takes us behind the scenes of an incredible October spent visiting partner schools in Georgia and California with our Seeds of HOPE students. From recording their own music and experiencing American school traditions to building meaningful relationships with host families, the students had opportunities they'll remember for years to come.

But it's the personal reflections that really make this story special. Janine shares thoughts from a student, a teacher, and a host family, offering a glimpse into how this experience touched people on both sides of the journey. And you'll definitely want to read what one student said surprised them most about visiting the US!

Read Janine's latest blog and enjoy the photos from their adventure:
https://heartforafrica.ca/blog/a-whirlwind-month

10/30/2026

"Their past is part of their story, but it does not have to define their future." ❤️

These powerful words from Khosie Mamba, Senior Manager of our Children's Campus, capture something deeply important about growing up at Project Canaan.

In 2026, 41 children turned 12, reaching a meaningful milestone in their personal development. At this age, each child is gently guided through learning their personal history, including the circumstances that brought them into our care.

Understanding their past isn't always easy. But with love, patience, and support, these conversations help children develop a stronger sense of identity, confidence, and belonging. Our hope is that every child grows up knowing that while their past is part of who they are, it does not have to determine who they become.

Thank you for helping create an environment where children are loved, supported, and encouraged to look toward their futures with hope.

10/29/2026

Registered charity, nonprofit, NGO. If you’ve ever searched for a charity to support, you’ve seen all three, and they’re often used as though they mean the same thing. We explain what each one means in Canada, how a registered charity differs from a non-profit organization, and why it matters when you’re deciding where your gift will go. Read more about it in the blog below!

https://heartforafrica.ca/blog/registered-charity-vs-nonprofit-vs-ngo-canada/

10/28/2026

📣 LAST CHANCE TO APPLY! The deadline for our 2027 Project Canaan Internship Program is November 1, and there's still time to submit your application!

How would YOU finish the sentence, “My summer at Project Canaan…”? 🌍

We asked some of our past interns to share a little about their experiences, and their answers remind us just how meaningful a summer of serving can be. From building friendships to discovering new strengths and stepping outside their comfort zones, every intern leaves Project Canaan with a story of their own.

Could 2027 be the year you write yours?

🎥 Watch the video, hear their stories, and consider what a summer serving in Eswatini could mean for you.

Applications close November 1!

👉 Learn more and apply: https://heartforafrica.ca/travel-with-us/

10/27/2026

During a recent family visit to Project Canaan, one family member noticed something before even entering the Children's Campus: the security measures in place to protect the children.

Visitors couldn't simply drive through the gates. They had to be verified by security and wait for someone to accompany them onto the campus.

For this family member, those steps meant something deeply personal. He expressed how grateful he was to know that the child he had come to visit was growing up in a safe, protected environment.

At Project Canaan, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, loved, and secure. And when family members come to visit, they get to see that commitment firsthand.

Our team continues working to locate and reconnect children with their families whenever possible. These connections help children understand their personal stories and strengthen their sense of identity and belonging.

The impact of loving care reaches beyond the children at Project Canaan. It also brings reassurance to the families who love them.

10/26/2026

This year, 129 home transitions took place across the Children's Campus at Project Canaan, marking new chapters in the lives of the children in our care. 129 home transitions in 2026. That's a lot of growing up! ❤️

Each move tells a story of growth. A baby becoming a toddler. A young child gaining independence. An older child stepping into a new season of life. These are the milestones that remind us why consistent, loving care matters so much.

And thanks to the generosity of supporters, we're able to celebrate these moments and continue providing a place where children can grow, learn and thrive.

10/23/2026

Sometimes the most meaningful moments of serving happen in the simplest ways. ❤️

Canadian volunteer Jeni Lynn Robinson-Hudson has been spending time at Project Canaan, and her days have been filled with learning, laughter, creativity and lots of little ones!

From helping with baby pickups to reading with Grade 1 students and assessing their reading levels, Jeni has been finding ways to support our children at every stage.

She's helped Kindergarten students with math, encouraged Grade 8 students who need a little extra reassurance with their schoolwork, and even taught Grade 7 girls how to hand-knit blankets!

And then there are the moments in between. Crafts, puzzles during free time, and special birthday dinners out with some of our boys. The kind of everyday experiences that build relationships and create lasting memories.

Jeni shared something beautiful about her time at Project Canaan:

"I love serving at Project Canaan because of the love and joy these children bring to everyone around them. The greatest blessing is realizing that while I’m there to make a difference in their lives, they make an even greater difference in mine." ❤️

We're so grateful for Jeni and the many ways she's investing in our children, not just through the things she does, but through the time, encouragement and love she shares along the way.

Thank you, Jeni, for being part of our Project Canaan family!

10/22/2026

Maybe you’ve followed the stories from Project Canaan for years. What if 2027 was the year you got to experience them in person? 🇸🇿❤️

Travelling to Eswatini on a Heart for Africa (Canada) Service Trip gives you an opportunity to step into the mission you’ve been following, serving alongside our team, connecting with people in Eswatini and seeing firsthand the work happening at Project Canaan.

It’s an opportunity to serve, but also to listen, learn and better understand the people, culture and community at the heart of this work.

If travelling with Heart for Africa (Canada) has been on your heart, now is a great time to start thinking ahead to 2027.

You don’t have to have all the details figured out yet. Start by learning more about our Service Trips and what you can expect when you travel with us.

✈️ https://heartforafrica.ca/travel-with-us/

Maybe we’ll see you in Eswatini in 2027. ❤️

10/21/2026

Spend your summer serving, growing and gaining hands-on experience in Eswatini. 🇸🇿

Applications are now open for the 2027 Project Canaan Internship Program! This immersive summer program is designed for young adults who want to grow personally, professionally and spiritually while serving alongside our team at Project Canaan.

📅 May 30 – July 19, 2027
🇸🇿 Live and serve at Project Canaan in Eswatini
🙌 Hands-on experience in areas such as education, agriculture, hospitality and spiritual life
🌍 Cross-cultural experience and community-building activities
❤️ Opportunities to serve and build relationships with the children of Project Canaan
🌱 Focus on spiritual development, leadership and career growth
👥 Limited to 12 interns

Interns are assigned to a specific area with tailored responsibilities while also having opportunities to contribute to other projects across Project Canaan. The summer includes structured work, ministry, Bible study, field trips, community-building and intentional time for rest.

Applicants must be 18+ and currently enrolled in a collegiate-level educational program or have completed one no earlier than May 2027. Additional eligibility requirements apply.

Applications close November 1!

👉 Get all the details and apply: https://heartforafrica.ca/travel-with-us/

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10/20/2026

Stay close to what’s happening in Eswatini. ❤️🇸🇿

There are so many stories unfolding every day at Project Canaan from children reaching new milestones and students discovering what they’re capable of, to the work happening throughout our Hunger, Orphans, Poverty and Education initiatives.

Our email newsletter is a great way to follow along.

By signing up, you’ll receive stories from Project Canaan, updates on the impact Canadians are helping make possible, and opportunities to connect more deeply with the mission.

If Heart for Africa (Canada) is a mission you care about, we’d love to stay connected with you. ❤️

📩 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://heartforafrica.ca/

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