You are invited to join our Toronto Chapter for an Open House on September 27th. Join this gathering and meet volunteers of the Toronto chapter, learn about the current situation in Afghanistan, and Right to Learn’s programs. We will be joined by Shams Erfan, a writer and refugee advocate. He will be reading from his soon-to-be-published […]
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Risk Management Training October 15-16, 2025 | Halifax, NS Hosted by ACIC, OCIC, and Spur Change, this two-day workshop will prepare your organization for the unknown when travelling abroad. By the end of the training, you will be able to: Develop a profile of the organization’s practices in managing travel-related risks Identify the
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Dates: September 23, October 28 & November 25, 1-2:30 PM ET (Zoom Meeting) Cost: Free Although many ENGOs are making intentional efforts to hire more racialized and Indigenous staff, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) are currently in the minority in our sector. With BIPOC staff experiencing numerous workplace challenges which contribute to high turnover rates, we have heard a
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The concept of Etuaptmumk, the Mi’kmaw term for Two-Eyed Seeing, has emerged as a promising framework for cross-cultural collaboration as non-Indigenous organizations increasingly seek to support Indigenous conservation leadership. Mi’kmaw Elder Albert Marshall coined this term to describe an approach of bringing together the best of multiple knowledge systems to work toward a common goal.
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We live in a time of complex, interconnected challenges — where traditional solutions often fall short and real change demands new ways of thinking and acting. Join AKFC for an evening of thought-provoking discussions about Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems: The Catalytic Power of Radical Engagement. This book is a powerful exploration of how everyday
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Toronto is Canada’s business hub, and Ontario is at a pivotal moment, facing growing climate risks, accelerating housing demands, and rising pressure to build a greener, more inclusive economy. From Bay Street to City Hall, sustainable finance is no longer a niche conversation — it’s reshaping how we invest, build, and plan for the future.
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Join us for our 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtually on September 26th! Hosted by OCIC’s Board of Directors and staff, this gathering will include presentations on the governance and financial aspects of our work, presentation of new members, election of Board Directors, and recognition of key contributors. We will also be sharing stories of
Kick off the evening with a 30-minute Career Journey Sharing Panel:Listen to a diverse panel of alumni and professionals share their unique paths from internships and volunteering to impactful careers in global affairs, private sector, and social change. You’ll enjoy complimentary *Ready to Eat BBQ and a cash bar for alcoholic drinks will be available. Register for yourself
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This webinar highlights key insights from a recent research project examining how organizations in the international cooperation sector are applying decolonial, anti-racist, and feminist approaches to public engagement. Designed for public engagement practitioners, educators, policy makers, those working in international cooperation and the general public, the session will explore the contexts in which these approaches
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Join us on Thursday, July 24 at 8:00 PM at Canatara Park Bandshell, Sarnia for Docs at Dusk, a new summer film series bringing powerful global human rights stories to our local community — outdoors, under the stars. Featured Film: Stateless — a gripping documentary about the lives of stateless people in the Dominican Republic
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