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| Publication date | Country | Stories |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-10-20 | Asia-Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, North America |
 Mission Control software puts Canada on the moonThis is the first Canadian software, the first Canadian computer, the first Canadian artificial intelligence to go to the moon. Publication date: 2021-10-20 |
| 2021-10-05 | Cool customer |
 Cool customerEnersion's Tri-Generation system captures wasted heat from solar panels or gas-powered units and converts it into cooling, heating and electricity. Publication date: 2021-10-05 |
| 2021-06-15 | Victor Energy's “Current” Success in Europe |
 Victor Energy’s “Current” Success in EuropeIts parent company is based in Alberta, but Croatia-based Victor Energy is buzzing after establishing a foothold in the European market. Publication date: 2021-06-15 |
| 2021-06-10 | Morbern Inc. stitches its own success in Europe |
 Morbern Inc. stitches its own success in EuropeWhen it comes to designer-coated fabrics, Morbern is cut from a different cloth. Publication date: 2021-06-10 |
| 2020-11-25 | UK, Romania, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Europe, North America, Australia |
 How the Canada-EU trade agreement and CanExport funding helped bring Lac-Mac's personal protective equipment to the worldThanks to CanExport funding, London, Ontario-based Lac-Mac has the world covered! Publication date: 2020-11-25 |
| 2020-11-10 | Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, United States, United Kingdom, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America |  HUDSON Boat Works rides wave of success in global marketsThe racing shell manufacturer has powered through the pandemic by adapting to demand and taking advantage of free trade agreements, such as the Canada-EU Economic and Trade Agreement and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. Publication date: 2020-11-10 |
| 2020-10-01 | Switzerland, Europe |  How Vivo Team achieved European trade success during COVID-19Operating online, seizing an opportunity and taking advantage of long-established relationships helped the Vancouver-based company establish itself in Europe. Publication date: 2020-10-01 |
| 2020-04-24 | United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific |  The "smart shirts" helping reduce the pressure COVID-19 is putting on hospitalsHexoskin's high-tech shirts monitor vital signs at home, freeing up valuable space and time for health-care workers on the pandemic's frontlines. Publication date: 2020-04-24 |
| 2020-02-11 | Canada, United States, France |  Women to watchAs female CEOs, Julie Angus and Luna Yu are often considered outliers, but that hasn't stopped them from building successful cleantech businesses. Publication date: 2020-02-11 |
| 2019-03-12 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  7shifts helps restaurants and staff manage shift workJordan Boesch started a new company, 7shifts, which now employs close to 90 people and sells its scheduling software to 10,000 restaurants in more than 20 countries around the world. Publication date: 2019-03-12 |
| 2019-06-07 | Belgium, India |  A diamond from the Northwest Territories that is a cut above the restThe Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories has serious bragging rights for producing the biggest and brightest. Publication date: 2019-06-07 |
| 2019-07-29 | China, Japan, Asia-Pacific, Europe |  Asian and European markets teem with opportunity for Canada’s northern fisheriesThe Fisheries Division of Qikiqtaaluk Corporation is a major player in the Canadian offshore cold-water shrimp and turbot industries. Publication date: 2019-07-29 |
| 2019-05-16 | France, Germany |  Béké-Bobo, a therapeutic teddy bear with a mission to soothe children in pain.If you have a child younger than eight years old in Quebec, chances are you have come across the soothing powers of the Béké-Bobo therapeutic teddy bear. Publication date: 2019-05-16 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  BI Pure Water keeps water primed for a better futureScott Foster has an abiding love of nature and a saying he keeps close to his heart, “Money doesn’t solve problems, people solve problems.” Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Biba technology makes playgrounds even more fun for childrenVancouver’s outdoor lifestyle has turned out to be a potent marketing tool for Biba Ventures Inc. (Biba), as the young, west coast company pitches its playground technology around the world. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-06-07 | Canada, United States, China, North America, Asia-Pacific |  Business introductions and market intelligence fuel consultancy’s growthMarie-Josée Lavoie founded GreenCompete in 2008 to help companies market their green products or find green partners and suppliers. The company has expanded into the United States and China with assistance from Business Women in International Trade (BWIT). Publication date: 2019-06-07 |
| 2019-07-25 | Republic of Korea, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific, North America |  Canadian award-winning icewine pleases palates in world marketsWhen Gary Pillitteri’s wine won a gold medal at a local competition, he knew his dream to establish a winery could become a reality. Publication date: 2019-07-25 |
| 2018-09-15 | United States, North America |  Canadian company fuels future of flightA Canadian Trade Commissioner Service fast-track client, Agrisoma Biosciences, based in Gatineau, Quebec, is revolutionizing the jet fuel industry with the world’s first partially plant-powered transatlantic flight. Publication date: 2018-09-15 |
| 2019-08-14 | New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and North Africa, North America |  Canadian honey leaves its mark in space, and on EarthIsland Abbey Foods now employs about 100 people, making it one of Prince Edward Island’s largest and most prominent privately-owned businesses. Publication date: 2019-08-14 |
| 2019-02-27 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  CarbonCure Technologies strengthens concrete and the fight against global warmingCarbonCure Technologies is bringing a breath of fresh air, both literally and figuratively, to the global concrete industry. Publication date: 2019-02-27 |
| 2019-03-06 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Circle of life from Bangladesh to Canada leads to success in Prince Edward IslandThe legacy of a village school teacher in Bangladesh has fueled a multi-million dollar biomedical venture in Prince Edward Island. Publication date: 2019-03-06 |
| 2019-07-05 | France, Europe |  Cirque Éloize: Its playground is the whole planet!Combining circus arts with music, dance and theatre, Cirque Éloize has now done more than 5,500 performances in over 550 cities around the globe. Publication date: 2019-07-05 |
| 2019-09-06 | Italy, Japan, France, Portugal, Spain |  Clearwater Seafoods ships Atlantic Canada flavours to the worldBedford, Nova Scotia-based Clearwater Seafoods has more than $600 million in annual sales, and some 1,900 employees in seven countries. Publication date: 2019-09-06 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Cypher Environmental looks to broaden its export reach to the worldJoseph Kurgat has made a remarkable journey. After qualifying as an accountant in his native Kenya, he came to Canada to further his studies and then joined Cypher Environmental Ltd. (Cypher), a Winnipeg, Manitoba-based manufacturer of environmentally friendly road-making materials. Today, at just 26 years old, Kurgat manages Cypher’s production plant. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-05-21 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Dr. Oetker’s $200-million investment in Canada spurs exportsDr. Oetker employs almost 400 Canadians at an office and factory in Mississauga and a second factory in London. Publication date: 2019-05-21 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Duha Group helps the world find its coloursWhen Rick Duha first went to Chile to expand his family business into a new market, he flipped through a phone book to find paint company listings. Duha wasn’t afraid to cold call businesses to establish trade partnerships for products like the paint colour cards found in hardware stores across Canada. He’s part of the Duha Group, based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, which manufactures colour marketing tools and colour systems. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Enbala helps the world energize efficientlyCanada and the United Kingdom threw out a challenge to their energy entrepreneurs last October: come up with a technology that can transform traditional electricity grids into energy systems that efficiently integrate power from diverse sources. Over the next two-and-a-half years, six teams from the two countries will receive up to $3 million each to devise such a system, with the winner collecting another $1 million. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-07-15 | France, Germany, United Kingdom, Europe |  eSight designs and manufactures electronic eyewear for people with severe vision loss.eSight designs and manufactures electronic eyewear for people with severe vision loss. Publication date: 2019-07-15 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Family-owned cherry producer Jealous Fruits is exporting sweetness to the worldNot unlike highly coveted truffles or the anticipated Beaujolais nouveau, Jealous Fruits’ cherries are a seasonal luxury that lifts the spirits of consumers, whether in grandma’s homemade pie or as a coulis used as a garnish at Michelin-star restaurants around the word. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2018-08-31 | United States, North America |  First-ever Canadian LGBTQ2 trade missionThe Philadelphia conference in August was the largest gathering of LGBT chambers of commerce and LGBT-owned businesses in the world. Publication date: 2018-08-31 |
| 2019-03-14 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Fredericton’s C-Therm Technologies helps NASA and the U.S. Navy measure heatC-Therm Technologies developed an innovative product that’s used by NASA and the United States Navy and large corporations such as Adidas and the 3M Company. Publication date: 2019-03-14 |
| 2019-06-07 | Canada, United Kingdom, North America, Europe |  Funding programs help entrepreneur expand to EuropeThe business has adopted the motto “better is absolutely possible”. It’s this ambitious approach – coupled with support from Business Women in International Trade (BWIT) – that fuelled the company’s international growth. Publication date: 2019-06-07 |
| 2019-07-29 | Brazil, China, Israel, United Kingdom, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa |  Halifax company helps illuminate the world with smart streetlightsLED Roadway Lighting began as a lighting company but has transformed itself into a clean-technology business with a global reach. Publication date: 2019-07-29 |
| 2019-03-06 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Halifax photo booth finds international success in a snapHalifax-based Sue Siri is the founder and CEO of Iris Booth, the world’s first professional photo booth. Publication date: 2019-03-06 |
| 2019-07-08 | Australia, New Zealand, Peru, United States, United Kingdom, Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America | HUDSON Boat Works rides wave of success in global marketsBased in London, Ontario, HUDSON Boat Works designs and manufactures elite racing shells for Olympic and World Rowing Championship teams. Publication date: 2019-07-08 |
| 2019-03-14 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Kayak Distribution sees opportunities in turbulent trade watersA Canadian kayak maker is proving how smart ideas can beat trade protectionism. Publication date: 2019-03-14 |
| 2019-05-08 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Laipac connects the world with its locator devicesThough it employs only 20 people, Laipac has sold its GPS-enabled monitoring and tracking devices in more than 100 countries around the world. Publication date: 2019-05-08 |
| 2019-05-08 | Asia, Australia, Brunei, Chile, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific, Europe |  Laughing Lichen introduces northern Canada wildcraft products to overseas marketsAmy Maund established her company, Laughing Lichen, in 2011 to create products such as soaps, salves and seasonings in an ecological way. Publication date: 2019-05-08 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Manitoba pork exporter sets sights on expanding Asian trade successTurning a $500,000 investment into a $750-million business that exports Canada’s largest amount of pork to Japan isn’t something HyLife could have done without having access to international trade. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Masitek Instruments taps Canada’s diversity when going globalMasitek Instruments is one of many exporters that have come to realize the benefits of harnessing Canada’s rich diversity. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-02-27 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Measurand sensors help keep people safe across the globeIt’s no exaggeration to say that the movement sensors of Measurand Inc. have prevented a host of deadly and costly disasters in mines, dams, tunnels and buildings around the world. Publication date: 2019-02-27 |
| 2019-03-12 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Metamaterial Technologies finds sweet spot for science in Nova ScotiaMetamaterial Technologies Inc. is a pioneer in adapting the science behind some of the most intricate structures found in nature to create complex materials that can absorb, block or enhance light waves. Publication date: 2019-03-12 |
| 2019-03-20 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Montreal company’s portable water pumps help wildland firefighters around the worldWATERAX has become the gold standard for lightweight, high-pressure portable fire pumps used around the world. Publication date: 2019-03-20 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Motion Metrics International detects further market opportunities abroadEnter Motion Metrics International, a Vancouver-based company whose ShovelMetrics system uses high-resolution cameras and artificial intelligence to detect missing or worn shovel teeth. An alarm sounds if a tooth breaks off. The system also provides detailed particle-size analysis of the material loaded into the shovel bucket, which is valuable information for blasting engineers. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-06-07 | Canada, United States, North America, Europe |  Networking gives food business the sweet taste of successTara Bosch is helping consumers kick sugar and keep candy. The entrepreneur began testing recipes in her kitchen before dropping out of university at the age of 22 to pursue the venture at an incubator. Publication date: 2019-06-07 |
| 2019-02-27 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  New Brunswick company feeds pets around the world like royaltyThe family business that started with a man and his dog now has 45 employees, including two of Corey’s four children, and a processing facility that spans five acres. Publication date: 2019-02-27 |
| 2019-03-26 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Northern Light Technologies illuminates global miningToronto-based Northern Light Technologies (NLT) is helping mines around the world stay in business by cutting costs and boosting productivity. Publication date: 2019-03-26 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Pacific Rim Distributors brings tasty Canadian craft beer to thirsty Asian marketsSenez, vice-president of marketing at Vancouver-based Pacific Rim Distributors, tapped into Asia’s craft-beer market by connecting Canadian breweries to international buyers. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-06-07 | Haiti, Rwanda, Afghanistan, Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia-Pacific, North America |  Perfume entrepreneur pays it forwardBarb Stegemann believes women can use their buying power for positive change. Her company’s award-winning fragrances are made with essential oils sourced in areas affected by war and strife. Publication date: 2019-06-07 |
| 2019-06-21 | China, Greece, Mexico, Morocco, Portugal, Spain |  Rackam’s solar thermal solutions warm up international industryRackam’s systems use automated, sun-tracking parabolic mirrors to collect and concentrate solar heat for thermal power. Publication date: 2019-06-21 |
| 2019-03-14 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Saskatchewan sisters take culinary camelina oil and gourmet chickpea snacks to new marketsThree Farmers began selling camelina oil in Canada, which proved to be a major market breakthrough for the product. Publication date: 2019-03-14 |
| 2019-02-19 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Shimco innovates to seek new international marketsWhen Peter Voss met with Boeing, Airbus and other Shimco customers 10 years ago, their main concern was on-time delivery and top-notch quality. No longer. Publication date: 2019-02-19 |
| 2019-05-08 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Singapore’s Agrocorp seeds jobs in Canada with $50-million of direct investmentWhat began as one man’s idea to follow in his father’s footsteps later turned into one of the largest global trading companies in the world. Publication date: 2019-05-08 |
| 2019-05-08 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Small business export success charges battery development in HalifaxAlthough the first year and a half of business was a nail-biter, Novonix now has a small core team of 17 and has further hiring plans. Publication date: 2019-05-08 |
| 2019-05-30 | Israel |  SodaStream makes countertop bubbly water sustainable and healthySodaStream’s environmentally friendly home carbonation systems are centred on a sustainable circular return and reuse system. Publication date: 2019-05-30 |
| 2019-06-10 | Spain, Europe |  Sous vide slow-cooker innovates with Spanish flair in CanadaSince opening its operations 10 years ago, Industrie Gastronomique Cascajares has seen growing demand for its high-end sous-vide cooking. Publication date: 2019-06-10 |
| 2019-02-19 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  StackAdapt shows global reach with online advertising innovationVitaly Pecherskiy and co-founders Ildar Shar and Yang Han started StackAdapt in 2013 to apply data, analysis and machine learning to online advertising. They are now working with hundreds of companies globally and went from 56 employees in 2018 to 120 people only a year later. Exporting was directly responsible for this growth. Publication date: 2019-02-19 |
| 2019-05-17 | Germany, Hong Kong, United States |  Steamworks’ place at the European table proves that this Canadian company can hold its own in the international market.It was while sipping beer in the mid-1980s in a centuries-old brewhouse nestled in the shadow of the imposing 13th-century Heidelberg Castle that Eli Gershkovitch first tasted the possibility of his future as the owner of Steamworks Brewing Company. Publication date: 2019-05-17 |
| 2019-03-06 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Trade deals level out international playing field for Canadian produceVan Dijk says the family enterprise has combined old-fashioned simplicity with a forward-thinking view of the world. Publication date: 2019-03-06 |
| 2019-06-07 | Canada, United States, North America |  Trade mission connects businesswoman with a multinational buyerPiccola Cucina is a family-owned business that got its start selling homemade biscotti in 2009. The company has since developed a range of almond-based and glutenfree products. Publication date: 2019-06-07 |
| 2019-05-27 | Kuwait, Middle East and North Africa |  Turning propane into plastics and creating jobs in AlbertaA $4.5-billion project will create jobs in Alberta by turning propane into plastic. Publication date: 2019-05-27 |
| 2019-03-14 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Vancouver company leads clean energy movement for a better futureIn the future, clean energy, including hydrogen, should become the method of choice to power anything that requires gas or electricity. Publication date: 2019-03-14 |
| 2019-02-11 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Vancouver’s Kryton helps to make buildings more durable around the worldYuers’s company, Kryton International, already distributes its concrete hardening and waterproofing products in eight of the 10 countries that have joined Canada in signing the groundbreaking CPTPP. On December 30, 2018, Canada was among the first six countries in the group to ratify the agreement. Publication date: 2019-02-11 |
| 2019-06-13 | United States |  Vivo Team taps people-performance data to improve workplace soft skillsLet’s say you walk into a silent office and see sidelong glances and closed doors. These could be signs of a workplace in need of Vivo Team. Publication date: 2019-06-13 |
| 2019-02-27 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Winnipeg company’s ‘weather in a box’ technology helps feed the worldOnly about 15% of Conviron’s revenue comes from sales in Canada. The balance comes from selling equipment in almost 100 countries. Publication date: 2019-02-27 |
| 2019-07-10 | United Kingdom, United States, Europe, North America |  With Newfoundland’s AbbyShot Clothiers, you can dress like your favourite movie characterAbbyShot sells garments and accessories styled on popular movies, television shows and video game characters. Publication date: 2019-07-10 |
| 2019-05-31 | Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific |  Workplace explosions just another day at Powertech LabsWhen your typical workday can involve exploding high-pressure gas tanks, you know you don’t have a regular 9-to-5 job. Publication date: 2019-05-31 |
| 2024-12-05 | Zambia |  Kicking gender-based violence out of the gameGender equality isn’t just a girls’ game! The Coaching Boys Into Men program in Zambia is teaching boys to be allies to help put an end to gender-based violence and child marriage. Publication date: 2024-12-05 |
| 2024-12-05 | Mexico, United States |  Navigating Reading Week in Mexico and the United StatesThe Government of Canada has advice to help Canadian university students travelling south during reading week have a fun and safe trip. Publication date: 2024-12-05 |
| 2024-12-02 | International |  Breaking the Silence: The Global Fight Against Gender-Based ViolenceEveryone has the right to live free from violence. These #16Days, let’s take a stand to #EndGBV and create a world where no one lives in fear. Publication date: 2024-12-02 |
| 2024-11-13 | N/A |  Travelling to or living in a conflict zone? Read on.Canadians travelling to or living in a conflict zone need to understand the potentially severe risks, take immediate and necessary precautions and be fully aware of the dangers and the steps needed to protect themselves. Publication date:2024-11-13 |
| 2024-10-24 | Lebanon |  Responding around the clock: Inside our emergency response centreWhen an international crisis happens, employees across Global Affairs Canada come forward to support. Increasing capacity to help Canadians in Lebanon is no exception. Publication date:2024-10-24 |
| 2024-10-09 | Mexico, United States |  Travelling south? Travel smartEvery year, Canadian snowbirds travel south to escape the winter cold. The Government of Canada has advice to help them enjoy the sun while staying safe. Publication date: 2024-10-09 |
| 2024-09-25 | Australia |  Canadian Indigenous trade delegation strengthens ties with Australia and New ZealandThe economic empowerment of Indigenous peoples and their communities is a priority of the Government of Canada. Publication date: 2024-09-25 |
| 2024-09-11 | N/A |  Essential advice for safe travel outside of CanadaThe Travel Advice and Advisories (TAAs) are official Government of Canada information and advice on safety and security conditions abroad to help travellers make informed and responsible decisions about their travel. Publication date: 2024-09-10 |
| 2024-09-10 | Australia, France, United Kingdom, United States |  Study the world! |
| 2024-09-10 | N/A |  What Canadians need to know about consular servicesConsular services are what Canadian officers at 260 points of service around the world can do to help you while you’re outside Canada. Publication date: 2024-09-10 |
| 2024-09-10 | N/A |  Canada has travel advice for top destinations known for Pride celebrationsCanadians often travel to celebrate Pride season from June through August. The Government of Canada has travel advice for top destinations outside Canada known for their Pride celebrations, plus contact information for nearby Canadians offices Publication date: 2024-09-10 |
| 2024-08-13 | Bhutan |  Journalist sees parallel hurdles for minority women in Canadian and global mediaAs a woman of mixed race, Minelle Mahtani worked hard to find her voice as a journalist in Canada. As an academic who speaks to international audiences about identity and news today, Mahtani sees that visible minority women around the world face many similar hurdles. Publication date: 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-08-13 | Bhutan |  Canada supports gender equality and digital capacity-building in Bhutan’s mediaA panel discussion, workshop and lecture for Bhutanese journalists supported by Canada—in partnership with prominent media organizations in Bhutan—focused on gender equality and digital capacity-building in the country’s media. Publication date: 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-23 | Australia |  The Tour of HopeThe Tour of Hope is an inspiring initiative that unites Indigenous communities across Canada, Australia, and New Zealand through the universal love of ice hockey. Publication date: 2024-07-23 |
| 2024-07-16 | Sudan |  Sudan consular emergency response: Canada’s role in the global effort to bring stranded foreign nationals to safetyInternational cooperation is crucial when responding to an emergency. Learn more about how international cooperation was key to helping Canadians affected by the crisis in Sudan. Publication date: 2024-07-16 |
| 2024-07-16 | Israel, Gaza |  Surge responders bring dedication, teamwork and special skills to assist in Israel, West Bank and Gaza consular emergency responseTo effectively respond to a crisis, Global Affairs Canada counts on surge capacity responders from all corners of the department to help the influx of requests for assistance from Canadians affected. Publication date: 2024-07-16 |
| 2024-06-13 | Jamaica, Canada |  Forum brings focus on Indigenous issues in the Caribbean— and common ground with CanadaRicardo Bharath Hernandez, Chief of the Santa Rosa First Peoples Community in Trinidad and Tobago, hopes a special forum at the 54th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank will lead to development programming for First Nations communities in the Caribbean. Publication date: 2024-06-13 |
| 2024-06-12 | Jamaica, Canada |  Activist sees opportunity in capturing the energy of Caribbean youth at forumYoung people have much to contribute to the development of the Caribbean region, says Asha-Gaye Cowell. Harnessing their energy will be the focus of the Youth FIRE Forum happening at the 54th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank. Publication date: 2024-06-12 |
| 2024-06-11 | Barbados, Dominica, Canada |  Flagship Ottawa meeting brings focus on sustainable development challenges, opportunities in the CaribbeanThe 54th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank is being held in Ottawa from June 17 to 20. The event marks another milestone in Canada’s long history with the Caribbean and with the key regional financial institution. Publication date: 2024-06-11 |
| 2024-05-27 | Israel, The West Bank, Gaza Strip, Canada |  Humanitarian crisis in Gaza: Rapid response worker provides emergency relief on a community scaleChiran Livera, head of emergency operations with the Canadian Red Cross, says the effort to provide humanitarian assistance to the affected population in the Gaza Strip and West Bank has been protracted, complex and traumatic for those in the field. Publication date: 2024-05-27 |
| 2024-05-16 | Canada |  Amplifying the Voice of Canadian Hostages and their FamiliesIn November 2023, Julie Sunday was designated as the Senior Official for Hostage Affairs to lead Canada’s consular efforts to respond to cases of hostage-taking and be a vocal advocate for victims, survivors, and their families. Publication date: 2024-05-16 |
| 2024-05-10 | Tunisia |  Helping Tunisian communes prepare gender-responsive annual investment plansMaking annual investment plans more gender-responsive. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Cape Town, South Africa |  Strengthening the ethics and integrity of South Africa’s public serviceCanada helps build the capacity deliver gender-responsive services to the public. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Iraq |  Celebrating progress in Iraq’s Women’s Advisory BoardsSupporting the increase of women’s participation in local governance. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Senegal |  Working with researchers to build a global index on responsible AICanada supports a global index on responsible AI Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Honduras |  Introducing innovative aquaponic systems to farmers in HondurasProviding access to climate-smart agroforestry technologies. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Kenya |  Funding sustainable agribusinesses in East and West AfricaInvesting in early-growth stage agribusinesses that help smallholder farmers. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Burkina Faso |  Supporting sustainable economic growth through solar power in Burkina FasoStimulating economic growth by focusing on improving access to renewable energy. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Madagascar |  Putting local communities at the heart of Madagascar’s forest conservationReflecting local voices to protect forests in Madagascar. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Nigeria |  Giving women entrepreneurs a leg up in Northern NigeriaWomen entrepreneurs are learning key business skills to support their families. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Kenya, Uguanda |  Looking to insects to support farmers in Kenya and UgandaSupporting research that demonstrates profitability of large-scale insect farming to provide feed. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Lebanon |  Inspired by the bees, a mother and daughter become Vita-Bee queensHelping women and girls start businesses through beekeeping training. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Mozambique |  Using space technology in Mozambique to better respond to natural disastersUsing space technology helps emergency managers to make informed decisions and act quickly to save lives. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Syria |  Breaking barriers: Ahmad’s tale of transformative teaching in SyriaGender-responsive teaching techniques foster inclusive education for girls. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Sudan |  Removing educational barriers in South Sudan—and opening up a world of possibilitiesReducing barriers that prevent girls from attending school and investing in teachers through the Accelerated Secondary Education Program. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Côte d’Ivoire |  Giving women a voice on health services in Côte d’IvoireImproving women’s sexual and reproductive health in Tchologo by increasing participation in local decision making. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Sierra Leone |  Making menstruation and feminine hygiene less taboo in Sierra LeoneDestigmatizing menstruation and increasing knowledge of feminine health and hygiene. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Bangladesh |  Midwives: New light to increase facility deliveryImprovements in maternal, sexual and reproductive Health helps ensure healthy pregnancies and childbirth. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Senegal |  Providing women in Senegal with a forum to bring about changeRaising the awareness of high school students in Senegal leads to gender-equality innovations. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-05-10 | Ukraine |  Providing much-needed shelter to SGBV victims in Western UkraineCanada supports opening the first SGBV shelter in Western Ukraine for women and children experiencing violence. Publication date: 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-03-28 | Nepal |  Global Affairs Canada helping journalists in Nepal report the truthIn December 2023 Canada’s Embassy in Nepal hosted two capacity building workshops for journalists and students of mass communications in Kathmandu. Publication date: 2024-03-28 |
| 2024-03-26 | Canada, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Tajikistan |  Hope and math: Education programs promise opportunity for girls and women in AfghanistanOnline offerings are supporting Afghan girls and women—both those in the country and those displaced as refugees—in pursuing educational opportunities. Publication date: 2024-03-26 |
| 2024-02-29 | The Gambia, Canada |  Lawyer takes her victims’ rights expertise globalAnju Fujioka is a lawyer and victims’ advocate in London, Ontario. When Fujioka took part in a Technical Assistance Partnership-Expert Deployment Mechanism (TAP-EDM) initiative, she took her expertise global. Publication date: 2024-02-29 |
| 2021-11-30 | Australia |  Canadian and Australian digital game studios share knowledgeCanada Down Under, in partnership with Creative Victoria, has delivered an informative webinar with industry professionals to provide insight into the digital games industry. Publication date: 2021-11-30 |
| 2021-11-05 | Australia |  Plastics, a global problemDoctor Jennifer Lavers, originally from Edmonton, now lives on the other side of the world in Tasmania, conducting research on remote islands. Publication date: 2021-11-05 |
| 2021-12-15 | Australia |  Choreographers from Canada and Australia join forces for Dance in VancouverDance in Vancouver is a biennial celebration of contemporary dance and brings together dance practitioners from across Canada, Australia and the world. Publication date: 2021-12-15 |
| 2022-04-20 | Australia |  Spirit Animals: Finding harmony within ourselves and with naturePhyllis Poitras-Jarrett is a contemporary Métis artist from Saskatchewan who uses her artwork to remind us about the interconnectedness of all things in the natural environment. Publication date: 2022-04-20 |
| 2022-08-23 | Australia |  Study abroad – A career boosting experienceIf you've ever dreamed of a gap year, but didn't want to put your studies on hold, studying abroad through a student exchange program might be the perfect opportunity for you. Publication date: 2022-08-23 |
| 2022-09-08 | Australia |  Working outside the boxJase's Working Holiday experience in Canada expanded his idea of the perfect work/life balance. Publication date: 2022-09-08 |
| 2022-09-23 | Australia |  Picture perfect paradiseAustralians Virginia and Michael moved to Canada in 2017, and highly recommend others do the same. Publication date: 2022-09-23 |
| 2022-11-17 | Australia |  Montreal: A visual effects hubAfter 10 years working in the film industry in Australia, Canadian Jonathon Sumner headed back to Canada for his working holiday in 2016. Publication date: 2022-11-17 |
| 2022-11-17 | Australia |  Kick-start a tourism careerLiz's Working Holiday experience kick-started her career in tourism when she returned back home to New Zealand. Publication date: 2022-11-17 |
| 2022-12-19 | Australia |  Canada supports theatre group in the Solomon Islands to tackle gender-based violenceThe High Commission of Canada in Australia is proud to once again partner with Stages of Change Women's Theatre Association in Solomon Islands. Publication date: 2022-12-19 |
| 2023-01-06 | Australia |  Starting up, scaling up or exporting? Canada Down Under is here to helpThe Canadian Trade Commissioner Service is proud to help Canadian businesses, like CrushDynamics, grow with confidence. Publication date: 2023-01-06 |
| 2023-01-06 | Australia |  Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky returns to AustraliaOne of the best-known Canadian photographers in the world has delved into his back catalogue to produce "In The Wake of Progress". Publication date: 2023-01-06 |
| 2023-06-28 | Australia |  From self-taught to self-confidenceWhen Anabelle travelled from Brisbane to Canada for the ski season, she was not expecting to gain so much more than just snowboarding skills. Publication date: 2023-06-28 |
| 2023-06-28 | Australia |  Singing to a new tune in CanadaSound designer and musician Dan Schaumann from Sydney chose Canada for his Working Holiday experience. Publication date: 2023-06-28 |
| 2023-09-06 | Australia |  "Yes" to bilingual education in AustraliaAs part of Francophonie Month, Canada in Australia had the opportunity to spend an afternoon at an elementary school located in the greater Sydney area. Publication date: 2023-09-06 |
| 2024-02-19 | Mongolia, Colombia, Canada |  International projects bring judge-to-judge collaborationJustice Mary Moreau knows the importance of building public confidence in the courts in the world’s emerging democracies. Publication date: 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-02-05 | The Gambia, Mongolia, Colombia, Canada |  Mobilizing excellence: Tapping into Canadian expertise to respond to needs for technical assistanceThrough Global Affairs Canada’s Technical Assistance Partnership program, experts from across the country are deployed to support developing countries in tackling priorities and challenges. Publication date: 2024-02-05 |
| 2023-12-20 | Canada, Vietnam, Nepal |  Lessons in puberty: Adolescents in Vietnam and Nepal learn about sexuality in skits, competitionsComprehensive sexuality education projects aim to raise awareness of sexual and reproductive health rights and improve gender equality through mass-education events in schools in marginalized communities. Publication date: 2023-12-20 |
| 2021-04-23 | Australia |  When borders know no bounds – How Canadian innovation is influencing students Down UnderMany parents worry about how technology so easily draws children into virtual worlds. However, one Canadian company is harnessing the captivating nature of digital technologies, transforming them into a force for good for students across the globe. Publication date: 2021-04-23 |
| 2021-06-16 | Australia |  Tiguidou!It has been said that Australia is Canada in a swimsuit. That is, beyond better beaches and warmer weather (or smaller mountains and worse, snow!), Australia can look a lot like its friend in North America. Both countries feature massive, lightly populated landmasses; they mirror one another with their indigenous then European settler past and multicultural present; and of course, both are modern, English-speaking nations — right? Publication date: 2021-06-16 |
| 2021-09-01 | Australia |  Pay it forwardAn Australian family has been spreading hope through small acts of kindness as a way to remember and commemorate the anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Publication date: 2021-09-01 |
| 2021-09-24 | Australia |  A Canadian's tale of working in the world's largest cattle stationFrom food to language, workplace practices to climate, Sarah Kirby vividly shares how her Working Holiday experience led to her personal growth, professional development, and familial bond with Australians. Publication date: 2021-09-24 |
| 2021-09-27 | Australia |  See Canada through the eyes of Aussies and KiwisCanada is a rich tapestry of cultures and experiences. If you take a picture coast to coast, you will see mountains and forests, lakes and a sky filled with Northern lights over a frozen tundra. If you listen, you will hear nearly 300 languages spoken across the country. By experiencing Canada, you have a chance to add your own thread to the tapestry or take an idea, bring it home and turn it into reality. Publication date: 2021-09-27 |
| 2021-09-27 | Australia |  An environmentalist's inspirationGet to know one of Avenue Calgary’s Top 40 Under 40, Briana Loughlin, and how backpacking in the Southern Hemisphere propelled her to become the Co-Founder and Director of Inspiration and Change at Plastic-Free YYC in Canada. Publication date: 2021-09-27 |
| 2023-12-19 | Canada, Myanmar |  Orchid’s Story – Thanaka project: Girls' Power in MyanmarThrough her involvement with Plan International Canada's Thanaka project funded by Canada, Orchid became a champion for gender equality who advocates for girls' rights and raises awareness about gender-based violence. Publication date: 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-12-07 | Canada, Somalia |  Fatima’s Story – Challenging Harmful Attitudes and Norms for Gender Equality and Empowerment in Somalia projectFatima’s courage, determination and advocacy for women and girls’ rights transformed a community. More are recognizing the harm of female genital mutilation/cutting and the importance of protecting bodily autonomy. Publication date: 2023-12-07 |
| 2023-11-15 | Colombia, Indonesia, Canada, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sudan, South Sudan, Bangladesh |  Celebrating excellence: Congratulations to Ambassador Jacqueline O’Neill, 31st Vimy Award laureate!The article showcases the career and achievements of Jacqueline O'Neill, Canada's Ambassador for Women, Peace and Security and recipient of the Vimy 2023 Award. Publication date: 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-06 | Kenya |  What we do as teachers: Supporting mental health in refugee camp classroomsRefugee Education Council member, Christine Mwongera shares her experience as a teacher in the Kakuma refugee camp and underlines the importance of providing mental health supports. Publication date: 2023-10-06 |
| 2023-08-31 | Vietnam, Canada |  A new type of school: Cross-Canada community college model brings lasting change to VietnamThe involvement of 4 community colleges from across Canada in the establishment of Tra Vinh Community College in Vietnam shows the long-term impact of Canadian development efforts being made in the world. Publication date: 2023-08-31 |
| 2023-08-17 | Canada, Vietnam |  Canadian brings a spotlight to global environmental action to help developing countriesTom Bui, Director of Environment at Global Affairs Canada and co-chair of The Global Environmental Facility, has spent his career at the intersection of humanitarian, economic and environmental action. Publication date: 2023-08-17 |
| 2023-07-28 | Haiti |  School program and other projects combat food insecurity in HaitiHaiti has one of the highest rates of food insecurity of any country in the world. Learn how Canadian-funded projects are helping children, farmers and the local economy. Publication date: 2023-07-28 |
| 2023-07-18 | Somalia |  Girl, Wife, Mother: An Interrupted EducationComing from a Somali community, this is just the norm. Girls will be made to marry between the ages of 15-18. Publication date: 2023-07-18 |
| 2023-07-10 | Latin America and the Caribbean |  Empowering the next generation of women leaders: A look at the Embassy of Canada to Costa Rica’s #SheLeadsHere event seriesIn this article, you will learn more about the #SheLeadsHere event series by the Embassy of Canada to Costa Rica. Publication date: 2023-07-10 |
| 2023-06-15 | Canada, Burkina Faso, Mali, Ethiopia, Gaza, Zambia |  Why no one is left behind by a feminist international assistance policyChampioning gender equality to address the root causes of poverty around the world Publication date: 2023-05-16 |
| 2023-05-16 | Ethiopia |  Living together in peace by empowering youth in digital peacebuildingIn this digital age, online disinformation and hate speech often aggravate conflict. Read how Mercy Corps is empowering youth in digital peacebuilding to build more peaceful and inclusive communities. Publication date: 2023-05-16 |
| 2023-05-16 | Togo |  Volunteer becomes “lifelong activist in the name of sexual education” for Togo’s youthAt 12, Hayathe Ayeva became a peer counsellor to help youth avoid early marriage, pregnancy and gender-based violence. Today she’s part of a program in Togo that provides comprehensive sexuality education to young people. Publication date: 2023-05-16 |
| 2023-05-09 | Columbia |  From conflict to economic opportunityThrough the Landmine Action in Colombia project, the Canadian-funded HALO Trust has helped communities conduct landmine surveys and clearance. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | India |  Helping students in rural communities in India stay in schoolWith Canada’s support, SOPAR-Bala Vikasa worked to keep children in rural India in school by enhancing COVID-19 safety measures. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Guyana |  Helping Indigenous women from Guyana protect their landsThe Women’s Voice and Leadership Caribbean project provides multi-year support to the Wapichan women’s movement in Guyana. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Bangladesh |  Empowering adolescent girls to stop child marriage in BangladeshCanada’s support to the Inter Pares has helped raise awareness about child marriage. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Nepal |  Empowering Indigenous women and girls in Nepal to advocate for their rightsThrough its support for the National Indigenous Women Forum, Canada is empowering Indigenous women and girls in Nepal. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Guyana |  Helping teachers deliver comprehensive sexuality education in GuyanaThe Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association helped train workers on gender-responsive sexuality and youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Bangladesh |  Saving lives in Bangladesh through diarrheal disease researchDuring the cholera outbreak of 2022, more than 60,000 people were treated. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Lebanon |  Expanding the social safety net to protect vulnerable communities in LebanonThanks to the assistance Mona received from Canada through the National Poverty Targeting Programme, she is now able to feed her children. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Columbia and Venezuela |  Transforming students’ lives along the Colombia-Venezuela borderIn 2021-22, the Beyond Borders project launched an initiative to overcome barriers to learning and improve children’s reading and writing skills. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Jordan |  Giving science teachers the tools they need in JordanWalaa Abu Al-Ezz learned successful strategies to inspire male students’ interest in science and improve the quality of their education. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Bangladesh |  Helping students in Bangladesh learn during the COVID-19 pandemicWith Canada’s support, the Bangladesh-based NGO BRAC helped teachers make home visits to students during the pandemic. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Madagascar | Using space technology in Madagascar to better respond to natural disastersCanada’s satellites helped mitigate disaster when Cyclone Emnati hit Madagascar. More than 30,000 people were evacuated. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Democratic Republic of Congo |  Empowering women business owners in the Democratic Republic of CongoCanada’s financial support helped women business owners in the Democratic Republic of Congo get the leg up they need. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Bolivia |  Helping Indigenous families make a living in rural BoliviaCanada has helped over 2,100 Indigenous-owned family businesses in Bolivia begin producing, industrializing and commercializing Tara pods. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | West Bank |  Giving women entrepreneurs in the West Bank the support they needRawan Rajab founded a business that recycles waste and transforms it into environmentally friendly interior stones. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Kenya and Ghana |  Building resilience in Ghana and KenyaThe Envisioning Resilience initiative has amplified the voices of underrepresented women in adaptation-planning processes in Ghana and Kenya. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Jordan |  Supporting a move to renewable energy in JordanThe Sustainable Energy and Economic Development (SEED) project is working to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in Jordan. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Iraq |  Improving access to legal and psychosocial support services for women in refugee campsA Canada-funded initiative provides support to women like Layla in Khanke Camp in Iraq. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Tunisia |  Amplifying the voice of Tunisian women in public policyA program in Tunisia aims to increase the influence of women in the management of public policy issues. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | West Bank |  Providing justice for all in the West BankCanada provided funding to help build the Hebron Courthouse in the West Bank, which was completed in 2022. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-05-09 | Jordan |  Helping women break free of violence in JordanIn 2021, UN Women and the Jordanian Women’s Union assisted survivors of gender-based violence across Jordan. Publication date: 2023-05-09 |
| 2023-03-22 | Czech Republic, Philippines, Norway |  A day in the life of Global Affairs Canada employees hired abroadIn this article, you will learn how locally engaged staff play a crucial role in supporting the implementation Global Affairs Canada’s mandate of foreign policy, trade, international development and consular services. Publication date: 2023-03-22 |
| 2023-03-02 | Canada, Mauritius, Mexico |  Advancing gender equality in the digital age: Programs work to address technology-facilitated violenceCanada is part of an international effort to raise awareness of the prevalence of and the need to address the electronic harassment and abuse of women and girls around the world. Publication date: 2023-03-02 |
| 2023-02-09 | Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal |  Coastal collaboration helps improve resilience among remote seaside communities in West AfricaDevelopment programming supported by Global Affairs Canada is linking people living in isolated coastal communities in two very different parts of the world, West Africa’s vast river deltas and Quebec’s maritime region. Publication date: 2023-02-09 |
| 2023-02-03 | Kenya |  Tipping point: Global food crisis highlights urgent need for programs that offer hope for lasting changeDrought and food insecurity have become a constant for the people of Turkana County in northwestern Kenya. Now a food-assistance project with a difference is enabling families to bounce back and meet their needs again. Publication date: 2023-02-03 |
| 2023-01-25 | Burkina Faso |  The Embassy of Canada to Burkina Faso marks 60 years of bilateral relationsThe year 2022 marked the 60th anniversary of relations between Burkina Faso and Canada. Publication date: 2023-01-25 |
| 2023-01-24 | Ukraine, Europe |  Hats off to Global Affairs Canada’s Ukraine team!As an employer, Global Affairs Canada is committed to recognizing the exemplary dedication of its employees who work in difficult or volatile environments. Thus, GAC’s 2022 Award of Excellence for the humanitarian, development and peace nexus was awarded to members of the Ukraine team. Publication date: 2023-01-24 |
| 2022-10-20 | Canada |  Canadian project protects and supports 2SLGBTQI+ populations in the Global South2SLGBTQI+ people in countries around the world can face discrimination, violence, persecution and even criminalization. Canada offers protection through its refugee resettlement initiatives across Canada. Publication date: 2022-10-20 |
| 2022-09-28 | Democratic Republic of Congo |  Canadian programs around the world bring safe abortion rights and services into focusIn the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Nurse Nisa provides confidential advice and answers to questions about abortion. Publication date: 2022-09-28 |
| 2022-08-31 | Guatemala |  CFLI contributes to sustainable urban planning in GuatemalaCanada is contributing to the establishment of standardized guidelines for the construction of sustainable housing in Guatemala. Publication date: 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-06-28 | Bangladesh, Syria |  Rohingya FC Canada: A club with a missionRohingya FC Canada is one of several Rohingya football clubs in Canada and around the world. It gives displaced people a sense of identity through sport. Publication date: 2022-06-28 |
| 2022-06-28 | Myanmar |  Refugee brings passion and poetry to the Rohingya causeUllah is a poet that is also pursuing an undergraduate degree in political science and sociology. Those disciplines would push her forward in her path of a career in the field of human rights. They will also help her me understand the state of the world and how she can help. Publication date: 2022-06-28 |
| 2022-05-09 | Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Chile, India, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Working in Latin America to provide fast, versatile, and accessible COVID-19 testingThis platform has now been tested with small businesses in Canada and with diagnostic labs in Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Chile and India. Publication date: 2022-05-09 |
| 2022-05-09 | Ukraine, Middle East and North Africa |  Advocating for women’s health and promoting breast cancer prevention in UkraineWithin 6 months of forming “Stopcancer,” Maria and her colleagues had already reached thousands of women in remote areas of the region. Publication date: 2022-05-09 |
| 2022-05-09 | Indonesia, Asia-Pacific |  Using space technology to better respond to disastersIn November 2020, the charter helped 500 people evacuate a potential volcano eruption. Publication date: 2022-05-09 |
| 2022-05-09 | Canada, Russia, North-America |  Helping to re-establish wood bison around the worldReintroducing bison is part of Canadian and international efforts to restore the species and the ecosystems and habitats that depend on them. Publication date: 2022-05-09 |
| 2022-04-29 | country |  Canadians pay it forward to move on from the COVID-19 pandemicGiveAVax has given Canadians an opportunity to help end the pandemic for everyone Publication date: 2022-04-29 |
| 2022-04-22 | Argentina, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Promoting health in the streets of Buenos AiresCanada helped homeless people in Buenos Aires get access to basic health services and mental health support. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Using the power of radio to fight COVID-19 in sub-Saharan AfricaCanadian funding helped radio stations in sub-Saharan Africa to raise awareness about COVID-19. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific |  Working on the ground to fight COVID-19 in BangladeshIn Bangladesh, health workers gave out masks and life-saving messages about COVID-19. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Haiti, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Countering discrimination and violence against women and people with disabilities in HaitiCanada helped counter violence towards women and people with disabilities in Haiti. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Senegal, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Strengthening the rights of women and girls in SenegalThe When She Leads, Everyone Succeeds project promotes women and girls as agents of change in Senegal. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Sri Lanka, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Strengthening women’s voices in the tea estates of central Sri LankaEmpowering women for over 30 years, we help them understand their social, political and economic rights. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Tunisia, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Relaunching the CNP-EGAL as a platform for discussion and advocacy in TunisiaCanada helps promote equality between Tunisian women and men in managing local affairs. Date de publication : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | South Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Providing a “one-stop centre” for sexual and gender-based violence survivors in South SudanSurvivors of sexual and gender-based violence in South Sudan, now have Family Protection Centres. There, they can access a range of services under one roof. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Getting fathers involved to increase vitamin A coverage in TanzaniaWith our help, men are getting involved in Tanzania’s vitamin A supplement program. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific |  Providing training on the power of zinc to save children’s lives in BangladeshInformation about diarrhea, hygiene and nutrition weren't enough. Zink was the solution. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Mozambique, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Developing lifelong readers by better preparing teachersMozambique has a teacher shortage. One-on-one literacy mentoring may be the answer. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Lebanon, Middle East and North Africa |  Supporting the transition to online learning during times of crisisPublic school teachers and students in Lebanon got digital learning resources and the training they needed to adapt. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Using virtual technologies to strengthen Colombian adolescent women’s right to participateA Canada-funded project helps teen girls to connect, receive training and engage with their peers. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Peru, Venezuela, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Helping Venezuelan girls, boys and adolescents start of a new life in PeruThe Lord of Miracles chapel in Lima helps Venezuelan girls, boys and adolescents feel at home in Peru. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa |  Making business ownership a reality for women in GazaCanada is helping to make young women’s dreams of owning their own business a reality. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa |  Helping young entrepreneurs get a startGhada from Gaza benefited from an entrepreneurship training workshop. She learned skills she used to secure funding to start her own business. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Indonesia, Asia-Pacific |  Mentoring women entrepreneurs in IndonesiaA Canadian mentorship program helps Hayati expand and diversify her business. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Peru, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Addressing Peru’s climate challenges with nature-based solutionsWomen in Peru are helping keep wetlands and forests healthy. This will increase their communities' resilience to floods, droughts and landslides. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa |  Pioneering an innovative solar project in GazaA rooftop solar power plant in Gaza is providing clean energy and helping a fragile economy. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Jamaica , St. Lucia, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Mitigating the effects of climate change in the CaribbeanA Canadian project addresses the need to invest in gender-responsive strategies, action plans and policies. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Ukraine, Europe |  Providing services close to home in conflict-affected UkraineA service centre on wheels brings administrative and social public services to the people of Ukraine. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Ghana, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Helping young voters participate in Ghana’s electionsA Canadian project helps young Ghanaians understand how to make their voices heard by voting. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Jordan, Middle East and North Africa |  Supporting women working at the forefront of the COVID-19 crisis in JordanNajah and Wedad Oweidat went above and beyond to assist other women and girls in need during the pandemic. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Central African Republic, Mali, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Providing critical training to deployed peacekeeping personnelFunded through a Canadian program, this project trained 161 peacekeepers in 2020-2021. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Canada, North America |  Ensuring war crimes are investigated promptly and professionallyCanada focuses on supporting efforts to strengthen results-based management and resource-mobilization. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Haiti, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Helping to establish a National Police Academy in HaitiTo date, 482 commissioners and inspectors have graduated from the National Police Academy in Haiti. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Jordan, Middle East and North Africa |  Sowing seeds of hope in JordanWith Canada’s support, women are becoming more economically self-sufficient. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Guatemala, Peru, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Providing opportunities to Indigenous youthIndigenous University graduates have the opportunity to work in the Canadian embassies in Peru and Guatemala. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-04-22 | Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean |  From illicit crops to legality: Transforming lives with cocoaInnovative thinking in Colombia helps cocoa crops and farmer's profit. Publication date : 2022-04-22 |
| 2022-03-30 | Bangladesh, Cambodia, Canada, Malawi, Mozambique, Myanmar, the Philippines, Rwanda, Vietnam, Zambia Africa, Asia-Pacific, North America |  Changing the balance for women in the care economyCaring for home and family is a responsibility that disproportionately affects women, creating economic disparity now worsened by the pandemic. Publication date: 2022-03-30 |
| 2022-03-29 | Bangladesh, Canada, Asia-Pacific, North America |  Shining a light on the rights of domestic workers in BangladeshProtecting the rights of domestic workers could improve the lives of millions. Publication date: 2022-03-29 |
| 2021-01-07 | Guyana, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Ending gender-based violence requires a collective effortEnding gender-based violence requires a collective effort. Through strong partnerships, we can broaden the impact of the campaign. Publication date: 2021-01-07 |
| 2021-02-01 | Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa, Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Mozambique, Rwanda |  A career helping to chart Canada’s global pathIsabelle Bérard looks back on her career in international development punctuated by major events, including the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. Publication date: 2021-02-01 |
| 2021-02-08 | Malawi, Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Lessons from the field: Canadian doctor offers a global perspective on the COVID-19 pandemicDr. Adrienne Chan worked on the front lines of the SARS and Ebola epidemics and now uses her experience for the COVID-19 pandemic. Publication date: 2021-02-08 |
| 2021-02-25 | Canada, France, Tunisia, United States, Europe, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa |  360Medlink takes healthcare to the masses – digitally!Montreal-based 360Medlink is a software development company specializing in digital health platforms with a particular focus on scientifically tested solutions that address unmet needs or unique health conditions, and serve special or vulnerable populations. Publication date: 2021-02-25 |
| 2021-03-03 | Sub-Saharan Africa, Burkina Faso, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ghana, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Zambia |  School’s out: Pandemic disruptions highlight challenges and solutions for learners everywhereAlmost a year into the COVID-19 crisis, innovative programming approaches supported by Canada are helping children and young people whose lives have been upended by disruptions in their schooling. Publication date: 2021-03-03 |
| 2021-03-03 | Sri Lanka, Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific |  Women’s Voice and Leadership: Standing up for an equal future in a COVID-19 worldFor International Women’s Day, we profile four dynamic women whose efforts are supported by the Women’s Voice and Leadership program. Publication date: 2021-03-03 |
| 2021-03-09 | Bangladesh, Canada, Ethiopia, Ghana, Honduras, Jordan, Kenya, Mali, Myanmar, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Pandemic brings a crisis of care for womenThe pandemic has brought to light the essential role of women as unpaid and paid care-providers and its effect on their well-being and economic prospects. Publication date: 2021-03-09 |
| 2021-03-18 | South Sudan, Pakistan, Mozambique, Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Pandemic highlights water challenges and opportunities in developing countriesWhen the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020, everyone around the world quickly began to learn when and how to wash their hands to avoid and contain the rapid spread of the virus. Publication date: 2021-03-18 |
| 2021-05-05 | Canada, Colombia, India, Uganda, Tanzania, Bangladesh, South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, North America, South America |  Global lessons in mother and child healthDespite the fact that we have an abundance of tests and treatments and technology, more is not always better. Publication date: 2021-05-05 |
| 2021-05-12 | Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Improving women’s rights starts with strong grassroots organizations in NigeriaActionAid Nigeria directly supports at least 100 women’s rights organizations and their networks in 6 states across Nigeria. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Lesotho, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Empowering vulnerable girls in Lesotho: Libuse’s StoryCanada supports Help Lesotho in empowering vulnerable girls to fulfill their potential. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Niger, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Seeing child marriage through adolescent eyesChild marriage is most common in the world’s most impoverished areas and typically involves girls with limited employment opportunities and who do not attend school. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa |  The island doctor: A role model for health care workersDr. Ng’wasi Simiyu is just one of more than 400 health workers who have benefited from training and mentoring under the IMPACT Project. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Hamida Abdallah Sebe: Volunteering to save her community in KenyaHamida Abdallah Sebe now takes care of 109 children under the age of 5, ensuring they receive combined vitamin A and deworming treatment. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific |  Delivering healthy futures in Bangladesh18-year-old Bithi works with groups of 20 girls aged 14 to 19 and leads monthly discussions about girls’ rights, healthy relationships, family planning and child marriage. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | South Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Helping young mothers return to schoolMonica thought that her dream of becoming a doctor was over. But with assistance from the Girls’ Education South Sudan initiative, she is back at school. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Jordan, Middle East and North Africa |  Creating better learning environments for children with disabilities in JordanThe Al Qadi Eyas School for Boys is one of the schools that has benefited from the Improving Learning Environments for Children project funded by GAC. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Lebanon, Middle East and North Africa |  Dania’s story: Promoting inclusive education for children with disabilitiesFor children like Dania, born with Down Syndrome, non-formal education is a pathway to formal school. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa |  Responding to Gender-Based Violence in the most vulnerable communitiesHundreds of awareness sessions took place inside safe spaces to enhance women and girls’ knowledge of SGBV, sexual harassment and women’s health-care issues. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Democratic Republic of Congo, Middle East and North Africa |  Taking the lead in providing protection from gender-based violence in emergenciesCanada was able to bring some 87 partners together to use their collective voice to advocate for and effect change. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Ethiopia, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Accelerating business growth in EthiopiaWith support from GAC, the Renew Strategies’ Accelerating Business Growth project has made waves in Ethiopia’s growing economy. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Peru, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Supporting agricultural cooperatives as a tool for sustainable development in PeruThe PRODIVCOM project has helped producers working in family farming become more financially independent. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Myanmar, Asia-Pacific |  Empowering women farmers in MyanmarThrough the training, Daw Mu Htoo learned about agriculture technologies that increased her yield from 45 to 58 baskets per acre per crop. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Using renewable energy to improve the health of mothers and children—and save livesSolar-power systems provided by the Canada-funded SUSTAIN project have solved a major challenge at the Janda Health Centre in Buhigwe district, Tanzania. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Guatemala, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Growing women’s leadership through agroecology in GuatemalaIn Guatemala, SeedChange and the Association of Organizations of the Cuchamatanes use a range of methods to promote women’s leadership and gender equality. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | St. Lucia, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Building back better in the CaribbeanWhen the COVID 19 crisis struck, St. Lucia was able to make several quick fixes to its public financial management system to quickly respond to the pandemic. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Honduras, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Providing a voice for diversity in Honduras“We are not demanding new or special rights for people who identify as 2SLGBTQI+. We are just asking for the rights of all people to be respected.” Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Tunisia, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Supporting gender-inclusive municipal leadership in TunisiaAs agents of change in their communities, these women implement initiatives to increase gender equality where they live. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Armenia, Middle East and North Africa |  Supporting young civic journalists in Northern ArmeniaThrough the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives, Canada is working with Peace & Dialogue to train young Armenians in disadvantaged regions on the fundamentals of journalism. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Democratic Republic of Congo, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Ending impunity for sexual and gender-based violenceWith the support of UN Women, the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic has documented the multiple rights violations against Syrian women, children and men. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Iraq, Middle East and North Africa |  Advancing gender inclusiveness in Iraq’s police forceRCMP Superintendent Marie-Claude Côté focused on 3 major areas: gender perspective in operational planning, gender training and strategic communications. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Senegal, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Volunteers promoting Canada’s expertise in SenegalThe Volunteer Cooperation Program provides opportunities for Canadians to get involved internationally by volunteering their expertise and time. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Delivering reliable, cost-effective, live-saving medical oxygen to health facilities in KenyaTo date, 18,547 women and children have received oxygen in the facilities served by Hewatele, resulting in 8,784 lives saved and an additional 9,841 lives improved. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-12 | Guatemala, Latin America and the Caribbean< |  Developing an Indigenous peoples’ professional experience program in GuatemalaIndigenous peoples continue to face significant barriers to getting the skills required to work for Canada, as well as other donors and partners. Publication date: 2021-05-12 |
| 2021-05-13 | Senegal, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Supporting Senegalese women peacekeepersThe Elsie Initiative allowed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to have a frank and open discussion with Senegalese women peacekeepers Publication date: 2021-05-13 |
| 2021-05-25 | Canada, England, Ghana, United States, Europe, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Supporting Canadian artists and diversity advocacyGlobal Affairs Canada Visual Art Collection acquires new artworks in collaboration with the National accessArts Centre Publication date: 2021-05-25 |
| 2021-05-25 | Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Canada, Kenya, Liberia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Asia-Pacific, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Putting an end to period povertyOn any given day some 800 million women and girls are menstruating. But they often do it in shame and secrecy Publication date: 2021-05-25 |
| 2021-05-27 | Bangladesh, Canada, Indonesia, Mozambique, Papua New Guinea, Tanzania, Asia-Pacific, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Changing attitudes on menstrual healthEven today our language is replete with negative stereotypes for anything having to do with menstruation. Publication date: 2021-05-27 |
| 2021-06-09 | Canada, Venezuela, North America, South America |  Stories of spirit, hope and charity: Vibrant Venezuelans in CanadaThey are artists, activists, educators, scientists, academics and students, a mix of ages, backgrounds and views, all united in their love and concern for the country they left behind. Publication date: 2021-06-09 |
| 2021-06-17 | Canada, Syria, South Sudan, Uganda, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa |  Building Back, Giving Back: Refugees Model CompassionFor the refugees among us, resilience is an everyday fact of life, requiring strength, determination and even ingenuity. Publication date: 2021-06-17 |
| 2021-06-30 | Guatemala, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Canada Fund empowers women to build back better in GuatemalaThe Embassy of Canada in Guatemala collaborated with the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) to implement a Canada Fund project. The project helped 7 rural women cooperatives have access to virtual platforms to improve their production by reaching out to new markets. Publication date: 2021-06-30 |
| 2021-07-02 | China, Honduras, Japan, Pakistan, United States, Asia-Pacific, North America |  “If you’re abroad, it’s time for you to come home”As countries around the world were closing their borders to contain the spread of COVID 19, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appealed to Canadians abroad to return to Canada. Publication date: 2021-07-02 |
| 2021-07-05 | China, Japan, Peru, United States, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America |  Behind the scenes: How government employees stepped in to help stranded CanadiansAlthough dealing with the consequences of the pandemic was challenging and often emotionally charged, most employees felt pride in helping so many Canadians. Publication date: 2021-07-05 |
| 2021-07-27 | Guyana, Latin America and the Caribbean |  Guyana - Choose to Challenge!The High Commission of Canada in Guyana joined the world in observing International Women’s Day 2021 under the theme #ChoosetoChallenge. Publication date: 2021-07-27 |
| 2021-08-03 | Barbados, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, United States, Asia-Pacific, North America |  Be prepared during hurricane seasonWarm destinations are beautiful, but they can sometimes be hot spots for extreme weather, including hurricanes. Publication date: 2021-07-28 |
| 2021-08-13 | Mexico, United States, Venezuela, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America |  A local approach to helping Canadians abroadMany of the employees at our missions are locally engaged staff. These staff members are invaluable, thanks to their knowledge of local languages, culture, laws, and businesses, as well as their networks. Publication date: 2021-08-13 |
| 2021-11-05 | Morocco, North Africa |  Protecting the argan forests of MoroccoArgan oil is good for the skin and people’s health, and argan trees help protect the Moroccan environment. Publication date: 2021-11-05 |
| 2021-12-07 | Jordan, Middle East and North Africa |  Seeding alternative forms of energy in JordanShining a light on how solar energy can impact local communities. Publication date: 2021-12-07 |
| 2021-12-14 | Vietnam, Asia |  Investing in floating solar power in VietnamThe Da Mi Solar Power Plant is helping Vietnam promote clean energy and meet its climate-action goals. Publication date: 2021-12-14 |
| 2021-12-15 | Uganda, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Restoring wetlands brings new opportunities to rural UgandaLooking at how environmental restoration initiatives bring new economic possibilities to communities. Publication date: 2021-12-15 |
| 2021-12-22 | Jordan, Morocco, Uganda, Vietnam |  Canada takes action to address the climate crisis around the worldCanada is committed to reducing impacts of climate change by working at home and abroad. Publication date: 2021-12-22 |
| 2021-12-30 | Canada |  Staying home helps keep you and others safeTravelling now means your trip could turn out to be different than what you had expected. Publication date: 2021-12-30 |
| 2022-02-10 | Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa |  From Child Soldier to ActivistCanada has provided a welcome refuge to Michel Chikwanine, former child soldier, who shares his experiences. Publication date: 2022-02-10 |
| 2022-03-04 | Canada, Zambia, Vietnam, Malawi, Mozambique |  Shifting social norms for care work promotes gender equalityChampioning gender equality in the division of labour in households. Publication date: 2022-03-04 |
| 2022-03-14 | Canada, Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Rwanda |  Programs show importance of sharing household dutiesToo often, the responsibility for care work falls on women, but sharing household duties can help to reduce gender inequality. Publication date: 2022-03-14 |
| 2022-01-27 | Canada, North America |  An outstanding repatriation effortIn 2020 occured Canada’s largest-ever peacetime repatriation operation: the repatriation of Canadians abroad due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Publication date: 2022-01-27 |
| 2022-03-08 | Canada, North America |  Women’s diplomatic leadership: 3 women tell us their storiesWe have come a long way since the first woman to represent Canada abroad, Margaret Meagher, was appointed ambassador to Israel in 1958. Almost 65 years later, Canada is among the countries with the greatest proportion of women occupying key leadership roles in diplomacy. Read our new story, which features the words of 3 women who have represented Canada abroad. Publication date: 2022-03-08 |
| 2022-04-21 | Canada, North America |  Global Affairs Canada committed to fighting racismIn September 2020, Global Affairs Canada (GAC) demonstrated leadership in responding to the Clerk of the Privy Council’s call to action by creating its own Anti-racism Secretariat. Publication date: 2022-04-21 |
| 2022-05-18 | Canada, North America |  Cultural diplomacy debunkedAt Global Affairs Canada, we are proud ambassadors of art and culture as drivers of Canadian values. In this story, we are presenting our visual art collection, carefully curated by a team connected to the pan-Canadian arts and museum community. Publication date: 2022-05-18 |
| 2022-06-16 | Canada, North America |  Transgender inclusion at Global Affairs Canada: Maddie’s storyAt Global Affairs Canada, we celebrate diversity in all its forms. In this story, we highlight resilience, celebrate talent and address the issue of workplace transition for transgender people. Publication date: 2022-06-16 |
| 2022-06-30 | Canada, North America |  Global Affairs Canada supports Northern Indigenous artists at the 2022 Arctic Arts SummitLearn more about how The Global Affairs Canada (GAC) Visual Art Collection contributed to the international circumpolar arts and culture symposium. Publication date: 2022-06-30 |
| 2022-08-25 | Canada, North America |  Taking into account the voices of women and gender-diverse people through feminist evaluationDid you know that Global Affairs Canada supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in many ways? For instance, Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy adopted in 2017 led to feminist evaluations of programs, contributing directly to SDG5. Read this new story that will take you through the feminist evaluation process of Canada’s Women’s Voice and Leadership program. Publication date: 2022-08-25 |
| 2022-09-22 | Canada, North America |  Global Affairs Global Affairs Canada’s path to reconciliationGlobal Affairs Canada takes concrete action toward reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. This new story shows how we work to advance their rights and perspectives in all our operations: diplomacy, trade, security, international assistance, consular affairs and management. Publication date: 2022-09-22 |
| 2022-10-28 | Canada, North America |  The #BeHerAmbassador initiative: Supporting future women leaders#BeHerAmbassador is an initiative driven by Global Affairs Canada employees that identifies, promotes and develops the promising talents of anyone who identifies as a woman. Read our story on this project, which aims for gender balance in leadership positions. Publication date: 2022-10-28 |
| 2023-01-30 | Vietnam, Brazil, Malawi, Sierra Leone, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Global Affairs Canada’s efforts to promote sustainable development abroadIn this article, you will learn about some of GAC’s efforts and how they are helping advance the Sustainable Development Goals so that no one is left behind. Publication date: 2023-01-30 |
| 2023-05-08 | South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa |  Diplomatic careers: When a spouse’s resilience makes all the differenceIn this article, you will learn more about the significant career challenges spouses who follow their partner abroad face. Publication date: 2023-05-08 |
| 2023-06-06 | Canada, Guatemala, India, Asia-Pacific |  Asian Heritage Month: Learning from Asian Canadian leaders at Global Affairs CanadaIn this article, you will learn more about the remarkable experiences of Asian Canadian leaders at Global Affairs Canada (GAC). Publication date: 2023-06-06 |
| 2023-08-08 | Canada, North America |  Celebrating the Lester B. Pearson Building’s 50 yearsIn this article you will learn more about the building’s rich history and enduring legacy. Publication date: 2023-08-08 |
| 2024-03-06 | Canada, United States, North America |  A journey of empowerment and equality: Celebrating 10 years of Global Affairs Canada’s Women’s Network!Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Women’s Network at Global Affairs Canada, highlighting its achievements in advancing women's leadership, mentorship, allyship, and gender equality. Publication date: 2024-03-06 |
| 2024-04-04 | Canada, North America |  Improving Data Analysis in global affairs using artificial intelligenceIn a world inundated with information, Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is taking advantage of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve data analysis. Publication date: 2024-04-04 |
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