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Promoting the separation of religion from public policy and fostering the development of reason, compassion and critical thinking for all Canadians through secular education and community support. This is the official page for Humanist Canada.

A new episode of Choice Chat is now available.In Episode 9: In Our Own Words, Patrick and Michaela share their abortion ...
06/08/2026

A new episode of Choice Chat is now available.

In Episode 9: In Our Own Words, Patrick and Michaela share their abortion story together. With honesty and vulnerability, they reflect on love, timing, grief, support, and the deeply personal process of making the right decision for their lives.

Their story offers a powerful reminder that abortion experiences are complex, human, and deserving of compassion. The episode also features an original song written and performed by Patrick, inspired by their experience and the emotions that accompanied it.

Listen now: https://tinyurl.com/rfrkusjz

Only 4 days left to register for standard-priced tickets to the 2026 World Humanist Congress.Hear from internationally r...
06/08/2026

Only 4 days left to register for standard-priced tickets to the 2026 World Humanist Congress.

Hear from internationally renowned speakers including A. C. Grayling, Rebecca Goldstein, Andrew Copson, and many more as humanists from across the globe gather in Ottawa.

Secure your spot before ticket prices increase. Register today: https://hmnts.in/WHC2026-Register

06/08/2026

Human rights don’t defend themselves.

In this clip from Being Human, our Vision TV series from the early 2010s, Mary Beaty shares a reminder that feels just as relevant today: rights endure only when people are willing to defend them.

Humanist values don’t just exist in theory. Join us on June 10 for a conversation with Johanna Schwartz and Nick Papai o...
06/07/2026

Humanist values don’t just exist in theory.

Join us on June 10 for a conversation with Johanna Schwartz and Nick Papai of Congress Coffee Company, a Calgary-based community hub and live music venue rooted in creativity, openness, and connection.

Together, we’ll explore what it means to create spaces where people feel welcomed, valued, and encouraged to participate in something larger than themselves.

This conversation is part of our ongoing exploration of what it means to live humanist values in everyday life.

Register to join: https://tinyurl.com/mvkfy4me

We did it! ✨Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we've reached our goal of 20 monthly donors for the No...
06/06/2026

We did it! ✨

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we've reached our goal of 20 monthly donors for the Non-Prophet Movement.

Every monthly gift helps strengthen humanism in Canada by supporting our advocacy, educational programs, community initiatives, events, and outreach efforts. Together, you're helping us build a future guided by reason, compassion, and human dignity.

To everyone who joined the movement: thank you. Your support makes this work possible.

What does ritual look like outside of religion?Join us for an evening with Megan Sheldon, author of the upcoming book Ri...
06/06/2026

What does ritual look like outside of religion?

Join us for an evening with Megan Sheldon, author of the upcoming book Ritual Without Religion: A Humanist Guide to Creating Secular Ceremonies.

Together, we’ll explore the role that ritual, ceremony, and intentional gathering can play in marking life’s transitions, building community, and creating meaning in secular spaces.

The evening will include a reading and conversation with Megan, opportunities for reflection and discussion, and a virtual ritual welcoming the book into the world.

Register to join: https://tinyurl.com/3pmb62yt

06/05/2026

Before podcasts, livestreams, and social media, we brought humanist conversations to television!

Produced between 2010 and 2014, Being Human was a nine-episode talk show that aired nationally on Vision TV, exploring humanism, ethics, community, and contemporary social issues through discussion and debate.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing the full series one episode at a time, revisiting the conversations that brought a humanist perspective to Canadian television.

The first episode premieres on Sunday at 10AM EST on our YouTube channel!

Just 7 days remain to register for standard-priced tickets to the 2026 World Humanist Congress.Join humanists from aroun...
06/05/2026

Just 7 days remain to register for standard-priced tickets to the 2026 World Humanist Congress.

Join humanists from around the world in Ottawa this August 7–9 for three days of inspiring keynote speakers, thought-provoking discussions, networking opportunities, and global collaboration.

Don't miss your chance to attend at the current rate. Register today: https://hmnts.in/WHC2026-Register

We’re excited to announce that our Executive Director, Janalee Morris, and Vice President, Louis O'Reilly, will be speak...
06/04/2026

We’re excited to announce that our Executive Director, Janalee Morris, and Vice President, Louis O'Reilly, will be speaking at the World Humanist Congress 2026.

Join us in Ottawa from August 7–9 as humanists from around the world gather to explore how our movement can respond to the challenges facing democracy, human rights, and secularism today.

Learn more and register: https://hmnts.in/WHC2026-Register

From keynote talks and panel discussions to networking events, cultural experiences, and conversations that continue lon...
06/03/2026

From keynote talks and panel discussions to networking events, cultural experiences, and conversations that continue long after the sessions end, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of your time in Ottawa this August!

Here are five ways to experience the 2026 World Humanist Congress and start planning your Congress experience.

Get your tickets here: https://hmnts.in/WHC2026-Register

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