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2021-10-20 Asia-Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, North America

Mission Control software puts Canada on the moon

This is the first Canadian software, the first Canadian computer, the first Canadian artificial intelligence to go to the moon.

Publication date: 2021-10-20
Country(s): Canada, Japan, United Arab Emirates
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, North America
Category(s): Trade diversification

2021-10-05 Cool customer

Cool customer

Enersion'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
Country(s): Canada, United Arab Emirates
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa, North America
Category(s): Clean Technologies

2021-06-15 Victor Energy's “Current” Success in Europe

Victor Energy’s “Current” Success in Europe

Its 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
Country(s): Canada, Croatia
Region(s): Europe, North America
Category(s): CETA, Trade diversification

2021-06-10 Morbern Inc. stitches its own success in Europe

Morbern Inc. stitches its own success in Europe

When it comes to designer-coated fabrics, Morbern is cut from a different cloth.

Publication date: 2021-06-10
Country(s): Canada, Netherlands, United States
Region(s): Europe, North America
Category(s): CETA, Clean Technologies, Trade diversification

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 world

Thanks to CanExport funding, London, Ontario-based Lac-Mac has the world covered!

Publication date: 2020-11-25
Country(s): UK, Romania, Australia, New Zealand, Germany
Region(s): Europe, North America, Australia
Category(s):Canada-European Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, Trade diversification, Woman-owned

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 markets

The 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
Country(s): Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, United States, United Kingdom
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America
Category(s): Canada-European Union Economic and Trade Agreement, Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, Trade diversification

2020-10-01 Switzerland, Europe

How Vivo Team achieved European trade success during COVID-19

Operating 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
Country(s): Switzerland
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Trade diversification

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 hospitals

Hexoskin'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
Country(s): United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Australia, New Zealand
Region(s): North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Health, Information and Communications Technologies

2020-02-11 Canada, United States, France

Women to watch

As 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
Country(s): Canada, United States, France
Region(s): North America, Europe
Category(s): Clean Technologies, BWIT, Women and girls

2019-03-12 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

7shifts helps restaurants and staff manage shift work

Jordan 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-06-07 Belgium, India

A diamond from the Northwest Territories that is a cut above the rest

The Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories has serious bragging rights for producing the biggest and brightest.

Publication date: 2019-06-07
Country(s): Belgium, India
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe
Category(s): Trade diversification

2019-07-29 China, Japan, Asia-Pacific, Europe
The Inuit-owned Saputi is a large 76-metre multi-species factory freezer trawler

Asian and European markets teem with opportunity for Canada’s northern fisheries

The Fisheries Division of Qikiqtaaluk Corporation is a major player in the Canadian offshore cold-water shrimp and turbot industries.

Publication date: 2019-07-29
Country(s): China, Japan
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe
Category(s): Trade diversification, Fish and Seafood

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
Country(s): France, Germany
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Children, Health, Trade diversification

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 future

Scott Foster has an abiding love of nature and a saying he keeps close to his heart, “Money doesn’t solve problems, people solve problems.”
The president of Vancouver-based BI Pure Water is accustomed to solving water-treatment problems worldwide. It’s part of his passion for nature.

Publication date: 2019-02-11
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-02-11 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Biba technology makes playgrounds even more fun for children

Vancouver’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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-06-07 Canada, United States, China, North America, Asia-Pacific

Business introductions and market intelligence fuel consultancy’s growth

Marie-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
Country(s): Canada, United States, China
Region(s): North America, Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Professional Services, BWIT

2019-07-25 Republic of Korea, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific, North America
Pillitteri family winery.

Canadian award-winning icewine pleases palates in world markets

When 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
Country(s): Republic of Korea, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, North America
Category(s): Trade diversification, Wine, Beer and Spirits

2018-09-15 United States, North America

Canadian company fuels future of flight

A 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
Country(s): United States
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Clean technologies, Trade diversification

2019-08-14 New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and North Africa, North America
Three people holding a food sample

Canadian honey leaves its mark in space, and on Earth

Island 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
Country(s): New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and North Africa, North America
Category(s): Trade diversification

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 warming

CarbonCure Technologies is bringing a breath of fresh air, both literally and figuratively, to the global concrete industry.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 Island

The 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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
Country(s): France
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Trade diversification

2019-09-06 Italy, Japan, France, Portugal, Spain

Clearwater Seafoods ships Atlantic Canada flavours to the world

Bedford, 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
Country(s): Italy, Japan, France, Portugal, Spain
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe
Category(s): CPTPP, CETA, Trade diversification

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 world

Joseph 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 exports

Dr. Oetker employs almost 400 Canadians at an office and factory in Mississauga and a second factory in London.

Publication date: 2019-05-21
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-02-11 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Duha Group helps the world find its colours

When 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-02-11 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Enbala helps the world energize efficiently

Canada 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-07-15 France, Germany, United Kingdom, Europe
Man working in woodworking shop.

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
Country(s): France, Germany, United Kingdom
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Trade diversification

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 world

Not 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2018-08-31 United States, North America

First-ever Canadian LGBTQ2 trade mission

The 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
Country(s): United States
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Human rights, Trade diversification

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 heat

C-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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-06-07 Canada, United Kingdom, North America, Europe

Funding programs help entrepreneur expand to Europe

The 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
Country(s): Canada, United Kingdom
Region(s): North America, Europe
Category(s): Consumer Products, BWIT

2019-07-29 Brazil, China, Israel, United Kingdom, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa
Roadway lights lighting up the road at night.

Halifax company helps illuminate the world with smart streetlights

LED 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
Country(s): China, Israel, United Kingdom
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Trade diversification, Clean Technologies

2019-03-06 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Halifax photo booth finds international success in a snap

Halifax-based Sue Siri is the founder and CEO of Iris Booth, the world’s first professional photo booth.

Publication date: 2019-03-06
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 markets

Based in London, Ontario, HUDSON Boat Works designs and manufactures elite racing shells for Olympic and World Rowing Championship teams.

Publication date: 2019-07-08
Country(s): Australia, New Zealand, Peru, United States, United Kingdom
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America
Category(s): Trade diversification, CETA, CPTPP

2019-03-14 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Kayak Distribution sees opportunities in turbulent trade waters

A Canadian kayak maker is proving how smart ideas can beat trade protectionism.

Publication date: 2019-03-14
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-05-08 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Laipac connects the world with its locator devices

Though 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 markets

Amy 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
Country(s): Asia, Australia, Brunei, Chile, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP, CETA

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 success

Turning 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-02-11 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Masitek Instruments taps Canada’s diversity when going global

Masitek Instruments is one of many exporters that have come to realize the benefits of harnessing Canada’s rich diversity.

Publication date: 2019-02-11
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s):Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-02-27 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Measurand sensors help keep people safe across the globe

It’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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 Scotia

Metamaterial 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 world

WATERAX has become the gold standard for lightweight, high-pressure portable fire pumps used around the world.

Publication date: 2019-03-20
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-02-11 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Motion Metrics International detects further market opportunities abroad

Enter 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s):Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-06-07 Canada, United States, North America, Europe

Networking gives food business the sweet taste of success

Tara 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
Country(s): Canada, United States
Region(s): North America, Europe
Category(s): Consumer Products, BWIT

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 royalty

The 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-03-26 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Northern Light Technologies illuminates global mining

Toronto-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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 markets

Senez, 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-06-07 Haiti, Rwanda, Afghanistan, Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia-Pacific, North America

Perfume entrepreneur pays it forward

Barb 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
Country(s): Haiti, Rwanda, Afghanistan
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia-Pacific, North America
Category(s): Consumer Products, BWIT

2019-06-21 China, Greece, Mexico, Morocco, Portugal, Spain

Rackam’s solar thermal solutions warm up international industry

Rackam’s systems use automated, sun-tracking parabolic mirrors to collect and concentrate solar heat for thermal power.

Publication date: 2019-06-21
Country(s): China, Greece, Mexico, Morocco, Portugal, Spain
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America
Category(s): Clean Technologies, Trade diversification

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 markets

Three Farmers began selling camelina oil in Canada, which proved to be a major market breakthrough for the product.

Publication date: 2019-03-14
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-02-19 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Shimco innovates to seek new international markets

When 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 investment

What 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-05-08 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Small business export success charges battery development in Halifax

Although 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-05-30 Israel

SodaStream makes countertop bubbly water sustainable and healthy

SodaStream’s environmentally friendly home carbonation systems are centred on a sustainable circular return and reuse system.

Publication date: 2019-05-30
Country(s): Israel
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Consumer Products, Trade diversification

2019-06-10 Spain, Europe

Sous vide slow-cooker innovates with Spanish flair in Canada

Since 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
Country(s): Spain
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Food, Trade diversification

2019-02-19 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

StackAdapt shows global reach with online advertising innovation

Vitaly 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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
Country(s): Germany, Hong Kong, United States
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America
Category(s): Consumer Products, Wine, Beer and Spirits, Trade diversification

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 produce

Van Dijk says the family enterprise has combined old-fashioned simplicity with a forward-thinking view of the world.

Publication date: 2019-03-06
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-06-07 Canada, United States, North America

Trade mission connects businesswoman with a multinational buyer

Piccola 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
Country(s): Canada, United States
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Consumer Products, BWIT

2019-05-27 Kuwait, Middle East and North Africa

Turning propane into plastics and creating jobs in Alberta

A $4.5-billion project will create jobs in Alberta by turning propane into plastic.

Publication date: 2019-05-27
Country(s): Kuwait
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 future

In 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

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 world

Yuers’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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s):Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-06-13 United States

Vivo Team taps people-performance data to improve workplace soft skills

Let’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
Country(s): United States
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Trade diversification

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 world

Only 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2019-07-10 United Kingdom, United States, Europe, North America
A bow tie from AbbyShot’s Doctor Who collection.

With Newfoundland’s AbbyShot Clothiers, you can dress like your favourite movie character

AbbyShot sells garments and accessories styled on popular movies, television shows and video game characters.

Publication date: 2019-07-10
Country(s): United Kingdom, United States
Region(s): Europe, North America
Category(s): Trade diversification

2019-05-31 Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Workplace explosions just another day at Powertech Labs

When 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
Country(s): Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Trade diversification, CPTPP

2024-02-29The Gambia, Canada

Lawyer takes her victims’ rights expertise global

Anju 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
Country(s): The Gambia, Canada
Region(s): West Africa, North America
Category(s): Elimination of violence, gender equality 

2021-11-30Australia

Canadian and Australian digital game studios share knowledge

Canada 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Education, Trade diversification

2021-11-05Australia

Plastics, a global problem

Doctor 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries, Education, Environment

2021-12-15Australia

Choreographers from Canada and Australia join forces for Dance in Vancouver

Dance 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries

2022-04-20Australia

Spirit Animals: Finding harmony within ourselves and with nature

Phyllis 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries, Education

2022-08-23Australia

Study abroad – A career boosting experience

If 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada, Education

2022-09-08Australia

Working outside the box

Jase's Working Holiday experience in Canada expanded his idea of the perfect work/life balance.

Publication date: 2022-09-08
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada

2022-09-23Australia

Picture perfect paradise

Australians Virginia and Michael moved to Canada in 2017, and highly recommend others do the same.

Publication date: 2022-09-23
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada

2022-11-17Australia

Montreal: A visual effects hub

After 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada, Trade diversification

2022-11-17Australia

Kick-start a tourism career

Liz's Working Holiday experience kick-started her career in tourism when she returned back home to New Zealand.

Publication date: 2022-11-17
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada

2022-12-19Australia

Canada supports theatre group in the Solomon Islands to tackle gender-based violence

The 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries

2023-01-06Australia

Starting up, scaling up or exporting? Canada Down Under is here to help

The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service is proud to help Canadian businesses, like CrushDynamics, grow with confidence.

Publication date: 2023-01-06
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Environment, Trade diversification

2023-01-06Australia

Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky returns to Australia

One 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries, Environment

2023-06-28Australia

From self-taught to self-confidence

When 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada

2023-06-28Australia

Singing to a new tune in Canada

Sound designer and musician Dan Schaumann from Sydney chose Canada for his Working Holiday experience.

Publication date: 2023-06-28
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries, Come to Canada

2023-09-06Australia

"Yes" to bilingual education in Australia

As 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Education

2024-02-19Mongolia, Colombia, Canada

International projects bring judge-to-judge collaboration

Justice Mary Moreau knows the importance of building public confidence in the courts in the world’s emerging democracies.

Publication date: 2024-02-19
Country(s): Mongolia, Colombia, Canada
Region(s): East Asia, South America, North America
Category(s): Governance

2024-02-05The Gambia, Mongolia, Colombia, Canada

Mobilizing excellence: Tapping into Canadian expertise to respond to needs for technical assistance

Through 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
Country(s): The Gambia, Mongolia, Colombia, Canada
Region(s): West Africa, East Asia, South America, North America
Category(s): Elimination of gender-based violence, gender equality, judicial reform

2023-12-20Canada, Vietnam, Nepal

Lessons in puberty: Adolescents in Vietnam and Nepal learn about sexuality in skits, competitions

Comprehensive 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
Country(s): Canada, Vietnam, Nepal
Region(s): Southeast Asia, South Asia
Category(s): Gender equality, human rights, women and girls, Elimination of gender-based violence

2021-04-23Australia

When borders know no bounds – How Canadian innovation is influencing students Down Under

Many 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Education

2021-06-16Australia

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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries, Education

2021-09-01Australia

Pay it forward

An 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries

2021-09-24Australia

A Canadian's tale of working in the world's largest cattle station

From 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada

2021-09-27Australia

See Canada through the eyes of Aussies and Kiwis

Canada 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries, Come to Canada, Education

2021-09-27Australia

An environmentalist's inspiration

Get 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
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Come to Canada, Environment

2023-12-19Canada, Myanmar

Orchid’s Story – Thanaka project: Girls' Power in Myanmar

Through 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
Country(s): Canada, Myanmar
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Women and girls, Human Rights, Elimination of violence, Gender Equality, Health, Education

2023-12-07Canada, Somalia

Fatima’s Story – Challenging Harmful Attitudes and Norms for Gender Equality and Empowerment in Somalia project

Fatima’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
Country(s): Canada, Somalia
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Women and girls, Human Rights, Elimination of violence, Gender Equality, Health

2023-11-15Colombia, 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
Country(s): Colombia, Indonesia, Canada, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sudan, South Sudan, Bangladesh
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin American and the Caribbeans, North America
Category(s): Defence and Security, Diversity and Inclusion, Gender Equality, Peace, Women and Girls

2023-10-06Kenya

What we do as teachers: Supporting mental health in refugee camp classrooms

Refugee 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
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Africa
Category(s): Education

2023-08-31Vietnam, Canada

A new type of school: Cross-Canada community college model brings lasting change to Vietnam

The 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
Country(s): Vietnam, Canada
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, North America
Category(s): Education, Economic Growth, Career, Professional Services

2023-08-17Canada, Vietnam

Canadian brings a spotlight to global environmental action to help developing countries

Tom 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
Country(s): Canada, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Climate Action, Environment, Event

2023-07-28Haiti

School program and other projects combat food insecurity in Haiti

Haiti 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
Country(s): Haiti
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Food; Children; Development Assistance – Global Health; Education; Food

2023-07-18Somalia

Girl, Wife, Mother: An Interrupted Education

Coming 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
Country(s): Somalia
Region(s): east coast of Africa
Category(s): Status of women, Women, Gender equality, Marriage

2023-07-10Latin America and the Caribbean

Empowering the next generation of women leaders: A look at the Embassy of Canada to Costa Rica’s #SheLeadsHere event series

In this article, you will learn more about the #SheLeadsHere event series by the Embassy of Canada to Costa Rica.

Publication date: 2023-07-10
Country(s): Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Career, Consular, Diversity and inclusion, Gender equality, Women & girls

2023-06-15Canada, Burkina Faso, Mali, Ethiopia, Gaza, Zambia

Why no one is left behind by a feminist international assistance policy

Championing gender equality to address the root causes of poverty around the world

Publication date: 2023-05-16
Country(s): Canada, Burkina Faso, Mali, Ethiopia, Gaza, Zambia
Region(s): North America, Africa, Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls, Food, Elimination of violence, Peace

2023-05-16Ethiopia

Living together in peace by empowering youth in digital peacebuilding

In 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
Country(s): Ethiopia
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Peace, Gender Equality, Elimination of violence, Youth

2023-05-16Togo

Volunteer becomes “lifelong activist in the name of sexual education” for Togo’s youth

At 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
Country(s): Togo
Region(s): Africa, West Africa
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Gender Equality, Human rights, Women and girls

2023-05-09Columbia

From conflict to economic opportunity

Through the Landmine Action in Colombia project, the Canadian-funded HALO Trust has helped communities conduct landmine surveys and clearance.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Colombia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Food, Defence and Security, Economic Growth, Human Rights

2023-05-09India

Helping students in rural communities in India stay in school

With 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
Country(s): India
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Children, Youth, Development Assistance – Global health, Diversity and inclusion, Education, Human rights, gender equality

2023-05-09Guyana

Helping Indigenous women from Guyana protect their lands

The Women’s Voice and Leadership Caribbean project provides multi-year support to the Wapichan women’s movement in Guyana.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Guyana
Region(s): Latin-America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Career, Diversity and inclusion, Environment, Gender equality, Governance, Women and girls, Climate Action

2023-05-09Bangladesh

Empowering adolescent girls to stop child marriage in Bangladesh

Canada’s support to the Inter Pares has helped raise awareness about child marriage.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Children, Development Assistance –Global Health, Education, Health, Human Rights, Gender equality, Women and girls, youth, Elimination of violence, Child, early and forced marriage

2023-05-09Nepal

Empowering Indigenous women and girls in Nepal to advocate for their rights

Through its support for the National Indigenous Women Forum, Canada is empowering Indigenous women and girls in Nepal.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Nepal
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Children, Education, Human Rights, Gender equality, Women and girls, youth, Elimination of violence, Events

2023-05-09Guyana

Helping teachers deliver comprehensive sexuality education in Guyana

The Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association helped train workers on gender-responsive sexuality and youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Guyana
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Children, Education, Human Rights, Gender equality, Women and girls, youth, Elimination of violence, Events, Governance.

2023-05-09Bangladesh

Saving lives in Bangladesh through diarrheal disease research

During the cholera outbreak of 2022, more than 60,000 people were treated.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Health, Human rights, Life Science, Professional Services, Infrastructure, Development Assistance – Global health

2023-05-09Lebanon

Expanding the social safety net to protect vulnerable communities in Lebanon

Thanks 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
Country(s): Lebanon
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Youth, Women and girls, Humanitarian assistance, Gender equality, Food, children

2023-05-09Columbia and Venezuela

Transforming students’ lives along the Colombia-Venezuela border

In 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
Country(s): Columbia and Venezuela
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Children, Youth, Development Assistance – Global health, Diversity and inclusion, Education, Human rights, gender equality

2023-05-09Jordan

Giving science teachers the tools they need in Jordan

Walaa 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
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Children, Youth, Education, Women and girls

2023-05-09Bangladesh

Helping students in Bangladesh learn during the COVID-19 pandemic

With Canada’s support, the Bangladesh-based NGO BRAC helped teachers make home visits to students during the pandemic.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Children, Youth, Education, Women and girls, gender equality

2023-05-09Madagascar

Using space technology in Madagascar to better respond to natural disasters

Canada’s satellites helped mitigate disaster when Cyclone Emnati hit Madagascar. More than 30,000 people were evacuated.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Madagascar
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Aerospace, Environment, Events, Defence and Security, Information and Communications Technologies, Security

2023-05-09Democratic Republic of Congo

Empowering women business owners in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Canada’s financial support helped women business owners in the Democratic Republic of Congo get the leg up they need.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Democratic Republic of Congo
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Financial and Insurance Services, Career, Diversity and inclusion, Gender equality, Governance, Women and girls

2023-05-09Bolivia

Helping Indigenous families make a living in rural Bolivia

Canada has helped over 2,100 Indigenous-owned family businesses in Bolivia begin producing, industrializing and commercializing Tara pods.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Bolivia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Foods, Business Women in International Trade (BWIT), Economic growth, Financial and Insurance Services, Food, Forestry and Wood Products, Gender Equality, Trade diversification

2023-05-09West Bank

Giving women entrepreneurs in the West Bank the support they need

Rawan Rajab founded a business that recycles waste and transforms it into environmentally friendly interior stones.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): West Bank
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Gender Equality, Trade diversification, consumer products, Women and girls, Trade diversification

2023-05-09Kenya and Ghana

Building resilience in Ghana and Kenya

The Envisioning Resilience initiative has amplified the voices of underrepresented women in adaptation-planning processes in Ghana and Kenya.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Kenya and Ghana
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Climate Action, Environment, Women and Girls, Education, Gender Equality, Governance

2023-05-09Jordan

Supporting a move to renewable energy in Jordan

The Sustainable Energy and Economic Development (SEED) project is working to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in Jordan.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Career, Climate Action, Diversity and inclusion, Environment, Gender equality, Governance, Women and girls

2023-05-09Iraq

Improving access to legal and psychosocial support services for women in refugee camps

A Canada-funded initiative provides support to women like Layla in Khanke Camp in Iraq.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Diversity and inclusion, Gender equality, Women and girls, Career, Elimination of violence, Children, Consumer products

2023-05-09Tunisia

Amplifying the voice of Tunisian women in public policy

A program in Tunisia aims to increase the influence of women in the management of public policy issues.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Tunisia
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Diversity and inclusion, Gender equality, Women and girls, Career, Education, Economic Growth

2023-05-09West Bank

Providing justice for all in the West Bank

Canada provided funding to help build the Hebron Courthouse in the West Bank, which was completed in 2022.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): West Bank
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Governance, Infrastructure, Peace, Security

2023-05-09Jordan

Helping women break free of violence in Jordan

In 2021, UN Women and the Jordanian Women’s Union assisted survivors of gender-based violence across Jordan.

Publication date: 2023-05-09
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Diversity and Inclusion, Children, Education, Elimination of Violence, Gender equality, women and girls

2023-03-22Czech Republic, Philippines, Norway

A day in the life of Global Affairs Canada employees hired abroad

In 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
Country(s): Czech Republic, Philippines, Norway
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe
Category(s): Career, Consular, Diversity and inclusion, Events, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2023-03-02Canada, Mauritius, Mexico

Advancing gender equality in the digital age: Programs work to address technology-facilitated violence

Canada 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
Country(s): Canada, Mauritius, Mexico
Region(s): Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Gender Equality, Human rights, Women and girls

2023-02-09Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal

Coastal collaboration helps improve resilience among remote seaside communities in West Africa

Development 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
Country(s): Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal
Region(s): West Africa
Category(s): Climate Action, Environment, Gender Equality, Education, Economic Empowerment

2023-02-03Kenya

Tipping point: Global food crisis highlights urgent need for programs that offer hope for lasting change

Drought 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
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Food, Humanitarian assistance

2023-01-25Burkina Faso
A group of people gathered in front of a banner.

The Embassy of Canada to Burkina Faso marks 60 years of bilateral relations

The year 2022 marked the 60th anniversary of relations between Burkina Faso and Canada.

Publication date: 2023-01-25
Country(s): Burkina Faso
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Trade diversification, Women and girls

2023-01-24Ukraine, 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
Country(s): Ukraine
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Peace, Security, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Gender equality, Women and girls

2022-10-20Canada

Canadian project protects and supports 2SLGBTQI+ populations in the Global South

2SLGBTQI+ 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Human rights

2022-09-28Democratic Republic of Congo

Canadian programs around the world bring safe abortion rights and services into focus

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Nurse Nisa provides confidential advice and answers to questions about abortion.

Publication date: 2022-09-28
Country(s): Democratic Republic of Congo
Region(s): Africa
Category(s): Education, Elimination of violence, Human rights, Women and girls

2022-08-31Guatemala

CFLI contributes to sustainable urban planning in Guatemala

Canada is contributing to the establishment of standardized guidelines for the construction of sustainable housing in Guatemala.

Publication date: 2022-08-31
Country(s): Guatemala
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Climate action, Environment

2022-06-28Bangladesh, Syria

Rohingya FC Canada: A club with a mission

Rohingya 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
Country(s):Bangladesh, Syria
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Human rights

2022-06-28Myanmar

Refugee brings passion and poetry to the Rohingya cause

Ullah 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
Country(s):Myanmar
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Education, Human rights

2022-05-09Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Chile, India, Latin America and the Caribbean

Working in Latin America to provide fast, versatile, and accessible COVID-19 testing

This 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
Country(s):Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Chile, India
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Covid-19, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-05-09Ukraine, Middle East and North Africa

Advocating for women’s health and promoting breast cancer prevention in Ukraine

Within 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
Country(s):Ukraine
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Health, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-05-09Indonesia, Asia-Pacific

Using space technology to better respond to disasters

In November 2020, the charter helped 500 people evacuate a potential volcano eruption.

Publication date: 2022-05-09
Country(s):Indonesia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Humanitarian assistance, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-05-09Canada, Russia, North-America

Helping to re-establish wood bison around the world

Reintroducing 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
Country(s):Canada, Russia
Region(s): North-America
Category(s): Environment, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-29country

Canadians pay it forward to move on from the COVID-19 pandemic

GiveAVax has given Canadians an opportunity to help end the pandemic for everyone

Publication date: 2022-04-29
Country(s):Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): COVID-19, vaccines, immunization

2022-04-22Argentina, Latin America and the Caribbean

Promoting health in the streets of Buenos Aires

Canada helped homeless people in Buenos Aires get access to basic health services and mental health support.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Argentina
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Covid-19, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa

Using the power of radio to fight COVID-19 in sub-Saharan Africa

Canadian funding helped radio stations in sub-Saharan Africa to raise awareness about COVID-19.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Covid-19, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific

Working on the ground to fight COVID-19 in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, health workers gave out masks and life-saving messages about COVID-19.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Covid-19, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Haiti, Latin America and the Caribbean

Countering discrimination and violence against women and people with disabilities in Haiti

Canada helped counter violence towards women and people with disabilities in Haiti.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Haiti
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Senegal, Sub-Saharan Africa

Strengthening the rights of women and girls in Senegal

The When She Leads, Everyone Succeeds project promotes women and girls as agents of change in Senegal.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Senegal
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Sri Lanka, Sub-Saharan Africa

Strengthening women’s voices in the tea estates of central Sri Lanka

Empowering women for over 30 years, we help them understand their social, political and economic rights.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Sri Lanka
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Tunisia, Sub-Saharan Africa

Relaunching the CNP-EGAL as a platform for discussion and advocacy in Tunisia

Canada helps promote equality between Tunisian women and men in managing local affairs.

Date de publication : 2022-04-22
Pays : Tunisia
Région : Sub-Saharan Africa
Catégorie(s) : Gender equality, Women and girls, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22South Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa

Providing a “one-stop centre” for sexual and gender-based violence survivors in South Sudan

Survivors 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
Country(s): South Sudan
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Food, Health, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa

Getting fathers involved to increase vitamin A coverage in Tanzania

With our help, men are getting involved in Tanzania’s vitamin A supplement program.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Tanzania
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Food, Health, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific

Providing training on the power of zinc to save children’s lives in Bangladesh

Information about diarrhea, hygiene and nutrition weren't enough. Zink was the solution.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Food, Health, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Mozambique, Sub-Saharan Africa

Developing lifelong readers by better preparing teachers

Mozambique has a teacher shortage. One-on-one literacy mentoring may be the answer.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Mozambique
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Lebanon, Middle East and North Africa

Supporting the transition to online learning during times of crisis

Public school teachers and students in Lebanon got digital learning resources and the training they needed to adapt.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Lebanon
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Education, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean

Using virtual technologies to strengthen Colombian adolescent women’s right to participate

A Canada-funded project helps teen girls to connect, receive training and engage with their peers.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Colombia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Education, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Peru, Venezuela, Latin America and the Caribbean

Helping Venezuelan girls, boys and adolescents start of a new life in Peru

The Lord of Miracles chapel in Lima helps Venezuelan girls, boys and adolescents feel at home in Peru.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Peru, Venezuela
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Humanitarian assistance, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa

Making business ownership a reality for women in Gaza

Canada is helping to make young women’s dreams of owning their own business a reality.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): West Bank and Gaza
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa

Helping young entrepreneurs get a start

Ghada 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
Country(s): West Bank and Gaza
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Indonesia, Asia-Pacific

Mentoring women entrepreneurs in Indonesia

A Canadian mentorship program helps Hayati expand and diversify her business.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Indonesia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Economic growth, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Peru, Latin America and the Caribbean

Addressing Peru’s climate challenges with nature-based solutions

Women 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
Country(s): Peru
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Climate action, environment, Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa

Pioneering an innovative solar project in Gaza

A rooftop solar power plant in Gaza is providing clean energy and helping a fragile economy.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): West Bank and Gaza
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Climate action, environment, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Jamaica , St. Lucia, Latin America and the Caribbean

Mitigating the effects of climate change in the Caribbean

A Canadian project addresses the need to invest in gender-responsive strategies, action plans and policies.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Jamaica , St. Lucia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Climate action, environment, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Ukraine, Europe

Providing services close to home in conflict-affected Ukraine

A service centre on wheels brings administrative and social public services to the people of Ukraine.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Ukraine
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Governance, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Ghana, Sub-Saharan Africa

Helping young voters participate in Ghana’s elections

A Canadian project helps young Ghanaians understand how to make their voices heard by voting.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Ghana
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Governance, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Jordan, Middle East and North Africa

Supporting women working at the forefront of the COVID-19 crisis in Jordan

Najah and Wedad Oweidat went above and beyond to assist other women and girls in need during the pandemic.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Governance, Covid-19 Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Central African Republic, Mali, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa

Providing critical training to deployed peacekeeping personnel

Funded through a Canadian program, this project trained 161 peacekeepers in 2020-2021.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): République centrafricaine, Mali, République démocratique du Congo, Soudan
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Peace, Security, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Canada, North America

Ensuring war crimes are investigated promptly and professionally

Canada focuses on supporting efforts to strengthen results-based management and resource-mobilization.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Peace, Security, Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Haiti, Latin America and the Caribbean

Helping to establish a National Police Academy in Haiti

To date, 482 commissioners and inspectors have graduated from the National Police Academy in Haiti.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Haïti
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Peace, Security, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Jordan, Middle East and North Africa

Sowing seeds of hope in Jordan

With Canada’s support, women are becoming more economically self-sufficient.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Covid-19, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Guatemala, Peru, Latin America and the Caribbean

Providing opportunities to Indigenous youth

Indigenous University graduates have the opportunity to work in the Canadian embassies in Peru and Guatemala.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Guatemala, Peru
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Anti-racism, Diversity and inclusion, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-04-22Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean

From illicit crops to legality: Transforming lives with cocoa

Innovative thinking in Colombia helps cocoa crops and farmer's profit.

Publication date : 2022-04-22
Country(s): Colombia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Innovative development financing, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2022-03-30Bangladesh, Cambodia, Canada, Malawi, Mozambique, Myanmar, the Philippines, Rwanda, Vietnam, Zambia
Africa, Asia-Pacific, North America
A man wearing an orange shirt smiles to a little girl with a plate and spoonful of food.

Changing the balance for women in the care economy

Caring for home and family is a responsibility that disproportionately affects women, creating economic disparity now worsened by the pandemic.

Publication date: 2022-03-30
Country(s): Bangladesh, Cambodia, Canada, Malawi, Mozambique, Myanmar, the Philippines, Rwanda, Vietnam, Zambia
Region(s): Africa, Asia-Pacific, North America
Category(s): Gender Equality

2022-03-29Bangladesh, Canada,
Asia-Pacific, North America
A woman wearing a bright orange hijab and a blue mask looks into the camera. Other women can be seen lining up behind her.

Shining a light on the rights of domestic workers in Bangladesh

Protecting the rights of domestic workers could improve the lives of millions.

Publication date: 2022-03-29
Country(s): Bangladesh, Canada
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, North America
Category(s): Gender Equality

2018-01-12Jordan, Middle East and North Africa

Empowering women and protecting the environment through waste management

Recently, Peter MacDougall, Ambassador of Canada to Jordan, and Jordan’s Prime Minister Hani Al-Mulki, inaugurated the first environmentally friendly sanitary cell at Al-Akeider landfill in Irbid.

Publication date: 2017-12-28
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Human rights, Education, Gender equality

2018-01-25Canada, North America

Canadian cleantech companies expand profile and shrink environmental footprint

‘Time to brag’ as Canadian Trade Commissioner Service supports international innovators

Publication date: 2018-01-25
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Clean Technologies

2018-03-01Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa

Passionate teen leads fight against FGM in Tanzania

The High Commission of Canada in Tanzania continues to support the work of Valerie Msoka as CEFM Champion as she empowers young women to fight against FGM.

Publication date: 2018-03-01
Country(s): Tanzania
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Children, Education, Women and girls, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human rights, Youth

2018-03-05Iraq, Middle East and North Africa

Smashing tensions in Iraq, one volleyball tournament at a time

The first volleyball tournament held in Qamchugha, Iraq, was unlike other sports events: it broke barriers between Kurds and Arabs in the community.

Publication date: 2018-03-05
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Event, Youth, Health

2018-03-05Iraq, Middle East and North Africa

Language, the bridge builder in Iraq

Samira Muhammed Ali is a Kurdish mother living in a mainly Kurdish area of Chamchamal. When Sunni Arabs families relocated to her neighbourhood.

Publication date: 2018-03-05
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Women, Education

2018-03-05Iraq, Middle East and North Africa

From Iraq, with kisses

In 2004, a land dispute led to increasingly tense relationships between the three major tribes of a community in northern Diyala Governorate. Over a decade later,

Publication date: 2018-03-05
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Event

2018-03-14Iraq, Middle East and North Africa

Promoting social cohesion in Iraq

Since the beginning of the war in Iraq, in 2014, more than 3 million people—almost one Iraqi in 10—have been forced to leave their homes, becoming internally displaced persons.

Publication date: 2018-03-14
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Event

2018-04-06Iraq, Middle East and North Africa

Cleaning Up Daesh’s Explosive Legacy in Iraq

In August 2015, the Peshmerga drove the Daesh fighters out of Mosherfa. Almost all the families that had fled came back to settle in the village.

Publication date: 2018-04-06
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Mines, Security, Elimination of violence

2018-04-13Egypt, Middle East and North Africa

Empowering young Egyptian women to be entrepreneurs

The Embassy of Canada to Egypt continues to empower and encourage young women leaders to make a positive impact in their community.

Publication date: 2018-04-04
Country(s): Egypt
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Children, Economic growth, Education, Gender equality, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2018-04-13Jordan, Middle East and North Africa

From Isolation to Integration in Jordan

The Embassy of Canada to Jordan works with local partners to deliver comprehensive services for refugee and Jordanian children.

Publication date: 2018-04-04
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s):Children, Education, Human rights, Humanitarian assistance, Peace, Youth

2018-04-17Brazil, Latin America and the Caribbean

Supporting Venezuelan migrants in Brazil

The Embassy of Canada to Brazil continues to support the most vulnerable of Indigenous Venezuelan migrants fleeing to Roraima, Brazil.

Publication date: 2018-04-17
Country(s): Brazil
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Children, Education, Gender equality, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human rights, Humanitarian Assistant, Women and girls, Youth

2018-05-16Australia, Asia-Pacific

Papua New Guinea: Helping women – helping communities

Collaboration on building healthy families and communities leads the way towards better equality between men and women, and can reduce the prevalence of gender-based violence (GBV).

Publication date: 2018-05-16
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Children, Economic growth, Education, Gender equality, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth, Food

2018-04-17Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean

Colombian GBV survivors share their stories

Colombian GBV survivors share their stories

Publication date: 2018-04-17
Country(s): Colombia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Education, Gender equality, Elimination of Violence, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2018-04-20Barbados, Latin America and the Caribbean

How can you champion women’s rights?

Three young leaders get to “Be High Commissioner for a Day” in recognition of their work advocating for gender equality.

Publication date: 2018-04-20
Country(s): Barbados
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Education, Gender equality, Elimination of Violence, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2018-05-28Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa

M-SAWA project empowers small entrepreneurs: Gloria’s story

MEDA’s Maendeleo Sawa (M-SAWA) project is actively working to combat unemployment by empowering people through private equity investment and matching grants.

Publication date: 2018-05-28
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Women

2018-05-31Iraq, Middle East and North Africa

Shipping stability in a box to Iraq

In 2017, 100 communities in Iraq received an unusual gift: a “Police Presence Box”.

Publication date: 2018-05-31
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Peace, Security, Elimination of violence

2018-06-07India, Asia-Pacific

Turning words to action in India’s fight for transgender rights

Dhananjay Chauhan, one of North India’s most influential advocates, is fighting to improve transgender rights.

Publication date: 2018-06-07
Country(s): India
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Events, Gender Equality, Human rights, Women and girls

2018-06-14Burkina Faso, Sub-Saharan Africa

Food security in West Africa: a geographical issue

Burkina Faso is a country familiar with food insecurities. The nation is land-locked, situated south of Mali and North of Ghana, with the northern portion located in a region known as the Sahel.

Publication date: 2018-06-14
Country(s): Burkina Faso
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Agriculture, Economic growth

2018-06-19Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa

M-SAWA project: Kwale coconuts

Coconut oil. You can find it in supermarkets across North America, but have you ever wondered where it comes from?

Publication date: 2018-06-19
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Economic growth

2018-06-21Colombia, Czech Republic, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe

Women activists fight to bridge the WikiGap

Of nearly six million English articles on Wikipedia, fewer than 20% of profiles are about women.

Publication date: 2018-06-21
Country(s): Colombia, Czech Republic
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe
Category(s): Events, Gender Equality, Human rights, Information and Communications Technologies, Women and girls

2018-06-26Lebanon, Syria, Middle East and North Africa

From Syria to the stage: Diana’s story

For a generation of refugees that was feared “lost,” a theatre program in Lebanon brings hope.

Publication date: 2018-06-26
Country(s): Lebanon, Syria
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Children, Education, Gender equality, Human rights, Humanitarian assistance, Peace, Women and girls, Youth

2018-06-30Côte d'Ivoire, Sub-Saharan Africa

Sowing seeds for gender equality through agriculture in Côte d’Ivoire

The Embassy of Canada to Côte d’Ivoire, along with local non-government organization (NGO) “La Pierre Angulaire,” is addressing gender equality and they’re starting by shifting the role of women in agriculture.

Publication date: 2018-07-17
Country(s): Côte d'Ivoire
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Foods, Clean Technologies, Environment, Food, Gender Equality, Women and Girls

2018-07-04Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Helping local communities build trust in Mali

Aminatou is an active member of the local forum, the President of CAFO (Coordination des ONG et des Associations Feminine) in her commune and a leader of a local women’s mediation commission which is actively supported by the forum of Borem-Inaly.

Publication date: 2018-07-04
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Humanitarian assistance, Human rights, Women and girls

2018-07-20Taiwan, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Canada champions 2SLGBTQI+ rights across Asia-Pacific

For Canadian offices in the Asia-Pacific region, advocating for 2SLGBTQI+ persons means navigating strict laws, religious conventions, and local community organizations. But the goal is always the same: to honour Canada’s commitment to fight for the rights of 2SLGBTQI+ people around the world.

Publication date: 2018-07-20
Country(s): Taiwan, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Events, Human rights

2018-08-10Chile, Latin America and the Caribbean

Canada Day celebration in Chile highlights Diversity and Inclusion

This year, the Embassy of Canada to Chile held its Canada Day celebration highlighting the importance of a key theme: Diversity and Inclusion.

Publication date: 2018-08-10
Country(s): Chile
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Events, Gender Equality, Human Rights, Environment

2018-08-10South Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa

Promoting freedom of the press in South Sudan

Freedom of the press plays a fundamental role in the functioning of democracy. It fosters transparency, encourages public trust and participation, and promotes open discussion of public policy.

Publication date: 2018-08-10
Country(s): South Sudan
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Women and girls, Human rights, Events

2018-08-20Kazakhstan, Europe

Breaking down barriers to celebrate 2SLGBTQI+ rights in Kazakhstan

For members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community in Kazakhstan, gathering in-person is a rare opportunity. While Kazakhstan does not have anti-2SLGBTQI+ legislation in place, 2SLGBTQI+ people still face discrimination and violence.

Publication date: 2018-08-20
Country(s): Kazakhstan
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Human rights, Elimination of violence

2018-09-18Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa

In Tanzania, film is a powerful tool to end FGM

In Tanzania and Canada, activists are promoting awareness of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) through screenings of In the Name of Your Daughter, a film about Tanzanian girls who run away from home to escape FGM.

Publication date: 2018-09-18
Country(s): Tanzania
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Women and girls, Gender equality

2018-11-01Côte d'Ivoire, Sub-Saharan Africa

It takes a village: Addressing child, early and forced marriage in Côte d’Ivoire

For the community of Bondoukou, a town in eastern Côte d’Ivoire, discussing child, early and forced marriage was taboo. Even those who did not approve stayed silent.

Publication date: 2018-11-01
Country(s): Côte d'Ivoire
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Children, Education, Elimination of violence, Gender equality, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2018-11-20Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific

Something to smile and sing about

Child-friendly spaces for Rohingya refugees.

Publication date: 2018-11-20
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Children, Education, Elimination of violence, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human rights, Youth

2018-11-21Niger, Sub-Saharan Africa

“This is one of my favorite moments of the day”: School meals in Niger

With Canada’s support, the World Food Programme distributes meals to school children in the Diffa region, Niger.

Publication date: 2018-11-21
Country(s): Niger
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Children, Food, Humanitarian assistance

2018-12-10Lebanon, Middle East and North Africa

The women of the municipal police services of Lebanon are there to stay

Al Mina in North Lebanon is a historical city that personifies Lebanon’s diversity and potential for peaceful coexistence. But that is not the only thing that makes Al Mina stand out.

Publication date: 2018-12-10
Country(s): Lebanon
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls

2018-12-31Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean

The chance to be a kid: protecting Colombian children in armed conflict

Children deserve a life free of violence. The Embassy of Canada to Colombia is working to make that a reality.

Publication date: 2018-12-31
Country(s): Colombia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Children, Elimination of violence, Human rights, Peace, Women and girls, Youth

2019-01-28Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Access to justice: A big step for Malian women

In Mali, few victims of gender-based violence have access to justice.

Publication date: 2019-01-28
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Women and girls, Elimination of violence, Gender equality, Human rights

2019-01-28Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

“Feere diyara” (marketing has been good) for Sabati

Today, these impressive women have a stable income and are sending all of their children to school, boys and girls alike.

Publication date: 2019-01-28
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Agriculture and Processed Foods, Economic growth, Gender equality, Women and girls

2019-01-28Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Irrigation for food, better health, jobs and bringing people together

In Mali, farmers are on the front lines of a daily battle against food insecurity and poverty.

Publication date: 2019-01-28
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Foods, Food, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Women and Girls

2019-01-28Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Family and community medicine: An asset in isolated regions of Mali

For most Malians, it is difficult to access sexual and reproductive health services.

Publication date: 2019-01-28
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Development assistance - Global health, Health, Women and girls

2019-01-28Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Dialogue, truth and reconciliation: The long road to peace in Mali

JUPREC has trained close to 1,400 women in leadership, conflict resolution and defending the rights of victims.

Publication date: 2019-01-28
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Peace, Human rights, Women and girls

2019-02-11Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa

Did you know mathematics can help cocoa farmers adapt to the changing climate?

Meet climate change scientist Dr. N’Datchoh Evelyne Touré, who is using the power of mathematics to look at the impact of climate change in Ivory Coast.

Publication date: 2019-02-11
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Foods, Women and girls

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Building a National Textbook and Book Industry

Producing textbooks is very different from other books, particularly since textbooks must meet the strict requirements of educational programs and individual teaching approaches.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Inclusive finance reaching financially excluded persons in Mali

The microcredit approach attempts to meet people’s financial needs through small loans with favourable terms, used to fund revenue-generating activities.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Textbooks for Malian students

Unfortunately, in many African countries, including Mali, textbooks are all too often a luxury that many students do not have.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Local irrigation: Improving water management to boost agriculture and reduce poverty

In addition to providing food security for the community, irrigation can introduce off-season cultivation, thereby considerably extending the production period.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Foods, Economic growth, Clean technologies, Gender equality, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Water, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

In Mali: giving textbooks new life

After observing the textbook situation in Djibouti, a Canadian community college proposed the idea of creating a process to repair textbooks in Mali.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

SOLAR: A high-quality cold chain to improve the health of Mali's mothers and children

SOLAR helps reduce the occurrence of birth-related accidents that result from lack of equipment.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Women and girls, Clean technologies, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Canadian Support for the National Policy on Gender: Improving the Lives of Mali’s Women

In Mali, women continue to have limited access to social services and production resources, their rights often go unrecognized and they exercise limited decision-making at all levels.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls, Governance, Peace, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

SIGTAS: The Key to Modernizing Tax Administration in Mali

Through tax revenues, the Malian government obtains a significant portion of the financial resources it needs to carry out its essential functions and deliver public goods and services.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Governance, Economic growth, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Office of the Auditor General of Mali

Canada has long provided Mali with general, ongoing and multifaceted support in its fight against corruption and has supported the Office of the Auditor General of Mali since its creation.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Governance, Economic growth, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Grain commercialization by Malian cooperatives: A Market of the Future

Canadian support for strengthening farmer organizations and the cooperative grain commercialization system has significantly helped consolidate good governance in the sector.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Food, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-02-27Mali, Sub-Saharan Africa

Mali's university community health centres: A partnership between communities

The Government of Canada invested in an innovative initiative: the implementation of university community health centres in Bamako and in four other regions.

Publication date: 2019-02-27
Country(s): Mali
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Development assistance - Global health, Health, Gender equality, Impact story

2019-03-07Australia, Asia-Pacific

Indigenous health and well being: Youth lead call for change

Indigenous youth and leaders around the world are working together to improve Indigenous health and well‑being.

Publication date: 2019-03-07
Country(s): Australia
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Events, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human Rights, Youth

2019-03-27Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean

Canada highlights women's work for gender equality in Colombia

Canada acknowledged and highlighted the work of three groups for their efforts in gender equality and women empowerment in Colombia.

Publication date: 2019-03-27
Country(s): Colombia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Gender equality, Human rights, Women and girls

2019-03-28Sub-Saharan Africa

Standing together to end gender-based violence in Zimbabwe

Women, men, traditional rulers, faith leaders, and parliamentarians are coming together to end gender-based violence in Zimbabwe.

Publication date: 2019-03-28
Country(s): Zimbabwe
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Children, Elimination of violence, Gender equality, Governance, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2019-04-16Côte d'Ivoire, Sub-Saharan Africa

Diversity is strength: Creating space for peace and inclusion in Côte d'Ivoire

The Embassy of Canada to Côte d'Ivoire is working to promote peace and inclusion in Côte d'Ivoire through forums and symposiums.

Publication date: 2019-04-16
Country(s): Côte d'Ivoire
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Events, Gender equality, Peace, Women and girls

2019-04-25Vietnam, Asia-Pacific

Combatting plastic waste in Vietnam: An action plan for a more sustainable future

The Embassy of Canada to Vietnam is partnering with activists, scientists and business leaders to take action against plastic pollution.

Publication date: 2019-04-25
Country(s): Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Clean Technologies, Environment, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human rights, Ocean Technologies, Water

2019-04-29Georgia, Europe

Women in the media: Agents of peace in Georgia

The Embassy of Canada to Türkiye is working with journalists and local organizations to foster peace in Georgia.

Publication date: 2019-04-29
Country(s): Georgia
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Events, Gender equality, Peace, Security, Women and girls

2019-05-03Colombia, Latin America and the Caribbean

Vive la Educación! Improving access to education for Colombian kids

The Embassy of Canada to Colombia is working with international partners to improve access to education in Colombia.

Publication date: 2019-05-03
Country(s): Colombia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Education, Events, Youth, Children, Gender equality, Security, Women and girls, Human rights

2019-05-06Netherlands, Europe

International leaders stand up for gender equality in The Hague

Ministers, ambassadors, CEOs and leaders of international organizations and civil society are committed to championing gender equality in their everyday work.

Publication date: 2019-05-06
Country(s): Netherlands
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Events, Gender equality, Women and girls, Human rights

2019-05-16Timor-Leste

Acceptance: Crucial for ending discrimination against Timor-Leste’s 2SLGBTQI+ community

Canada is working with local partners in Timor-Leste to end discrimination against 2SLGBTQI+ peoples.

Publication date: 2019-05-16
Country(s): Timor-Leste
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Human rights

2019-05-28Jordan

Composting towards equality: Women join the workforce in Jordan

Low-income and refugee women are building confidence and economic independence by working in a compost packaging facility.

Publication date: 2019-05-28
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Gender equality, Women and girls

2019-06-25Papua New Guinea, Asia-Pacific

Women driving buses? Why not?!

From driving buses to raising chickens, women across the island are breaking down gender stereotypes while building economic independence and security.

Publication date: 2019-06-25
Country(s): Papua New Guinea
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Economic growth, Education, Gender equality, Women and girls

2019-07-10South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa

“I will vote one day”: Strengthening children’s voices in South Africa

South African children are learning about their human rights and the principles of democracy through hands-on, interactive learning.

Publication date: 2019-07-10
Country(s): South Africa
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Children, Education, Gender equality, Governance, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2019-07-15Ethiopia, Sub-Saharan Africa
Woman standing at desk.

Global Affairs Canada worked with RENEW to design and implement the Accelerating Business Growth project in Ethiopia.

Global Affairs Canada worked with RENEW to design and implement the Accelerating Business Growth project in Ethiopia.

Publication date: 2019-07-15
Country(s): Ethiopia
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality

2019-07-22Italy, Europe, North America
A group of students and their professor in a research center.

Sherbrooke University aims to turn cross-border research into business opportunities.

At Sherbrooke University, a research group specialized in converting biomass into fuel and chemical compounds creates partnerships with companies in Canada and in Europe.

Publication date: 2019-07-22
Country(s): Italy
Region(s): Europe, North America
Category(s): Education, Forestry and Wood Products

2019-07-24Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America
A group of students and their professor in a research center.

Mexican students bring big benefits to Thunder Bay and Orillia

With its two campuses located in Thunder Bay and Orillia, Lakehead University is a leader in extensive English learning programs in partnership with Mexico.

Publication date: 2019-07-24
Country(s): Mexico
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean, North America
Category(s): Education

2019-07-26China, Indonesia, Kenya, Philippines, Tanzania, Vietnam, Asia-Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa
Group of people with arms in the air.

Memorial University’s Marine Institute creates a virtuous cycle in Indonesia, and beyond

Memorial University’s Marine Institute has been involved in 250 projects in 50 countries.

Publication date: 2019-07-26
Country(s): China, Indonesia, Kenya, Philippines, Tanzania, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education

2019-08-09Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Brazil, Madagascar, Nigeria, Peru
The Inuit-owned Saputi is a large 76-metre multi-species factory freezer trawler

Rosedale Academy takes Canadian high-school education around the world

The Rosedale Academy has awarded thousands of credits to students abroad pursuing the Ontario Secondary School diploma.

Publication date: 2019-08-09
Country(s): Brazil, Madagascar, Nigeria, Peru
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education

2019-08-22Angola, Thailand, Ukraine, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa
Senior SAIT executives meet representatives of Ukraine’s Naftogaz and Beketov National University of Urban Economics in Kharkiv in April 2018

The world’s oil and gas industry beats a path to SAIT

The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology is increasingly looking for other ways of reaping the benefits from the worldwide surge in cross-border education.

Publication date: 2019-08-22
Country(s): Angola, Thailand, Ukraine
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Oil and Gas

2019-08-27Australia, Cambodia, India, Thailand, United Kingdom, Asia-Pacific, Europe
A young man holding a video camera and looking at the city shore

Canadian filmmaker gains eye-opening work experience around the world

International Experience Canada gives Canadians between the ages of 18 and 35 the chance to gain international work and travel experiences.

Publication date: 2019-08-27
Country(s): Australia, Cambodia, India, Thailand, United Kingdom
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe
Category(s): Education

2019-09-05Chile, Latin America and the Caribbean
•	A mural on the side of an apartment complex in Chile

Embracing diversity through artistic exchange: From Toronto to Valparaíso, Chile

Through street art, Chileans and Canadians are celebrating creativity and diversity.

Publication date: 2019-09-05
Country(s): Chile
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries, Tourism

2019-09-13Australia, France, Italy, Japan, Korea, Netherlands, Taiwan, United States, Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America
Baseball bats

Canada’s Sam Bat turns maple into winning baseball bats for pros

Sam Bat thrives as a small company producing maple baseball bats for more than 20,000 customers around the world, including 100 professional players.

Publication date: 2019-09-13
Country(s): Australia, France, Italy, Japan, Korea, Netherlands, Taiwan, United States
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America
Category(s): CPTPP, Trade diversification

2019-10-31Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa

Merry’s banana split

Merry Ulomi started her farm shortly after getting married to support her family and pay for her four daughters’ education.

Publication date: 2019-10-31
Country(s): Tanzania
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Agriculture and Processed Foods

2019-09-30Côte d'Ivoire, Sub-Saharan Africa

Women at the table: Peace and security in Côte d’Ivoire

The Embassy of Canada to Côte d'Ivoire is working alongside the Ivorian government and civil society to include women in peace and security measures.

Publication date: 2019-09-30
Country(s): Côte d'Ivoire
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Defense and Security, Gender equality, Human rights, Peace, Security, Women and girls

2020-01-07Peru, Latin America and the Caribbean

Indigenous Voices from Peru, Bolivia, and Canada: Protecting Lake Titicaca

Indigenous women lead a unique water-conservation project on the shores of Lake Titicaca.

Publication date: 2020-01-07
Country(s): Peru
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Clean Technologies, Environment, Gender equality, Governance, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Human rights, Water, Women and girls

2020-07-28Guatemala, Latin America and the Caribbean

Love from Canada is felt in Guatemala

The Embassy of Canada to Guatemala commemorated its Canada Day by sharing with those most affected by the COVID-19 emergency.

Publication date: 2020-07-28
Country(s): Guatemala
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Events

2020-10-19Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa, Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, United Kingdom, United States

Technology brings pandemic solutions to the developing world

A variety of technologies are being used in different parts of the world to educate and inform communities.

Publication date: 2020-10-19
Country(s): Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, United Kingdom, United States
Region(s): Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Health

2020-11-26Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Ethiopia, Ghana, Honduras, Serbia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa

The shadow pandemic: combatting violence against women and girls in the COVID-19 crisis

Experts and advocacy groups are reporting that incidences of domestic abuse have intensified under COVID-19, triggered by the social and economic impact of the public health emergency.

Publication date: 2020-11-26
Country(s): Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Ethiopia, Ghana, Honduras, Serbia
Region(s): Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Children, Elimination of violence, Gender equality, Health, Human rights, Humanitarian assistance, Youth, Women and girls

2020-12-08Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific

For refugees, pandemic brings one emergency within another

When home is a shelter without electricity in the world’s largest and most densely populated refugee camp, adapting to the new reality is a particular challenge.

Publication date: 2020-12-08
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Children, Elimination of violence, Gender equality, Health, Human rights, Humanitarian assistance, Women and girls, Youth

2020-09-01Chile, Latin America and the Caribbean

Canada Day in Chile: Connecting and Celebrating While Apart

The Embassy of Canada in Chile developed a dynamic program of virtual events and communications to celebrate Canada Day under the 2020 theme of #LovefromCanada.

Publication date: 2020-09-01
Country(s): Chile
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Events

2020-08-24Türkiye, Europe

Accentuating the “local” in CFLI to advance gender equality in Türkiye

Many organizations in Türkiye are taking action to better understand and narrow the gender gap at the local level.

Publication date: 2020-08-24
Country(s): Türkiye
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls

2020-08-17Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Europe

Canada-EU free trade agreement provides stability and opportunities for businesses on both sides of the Atlantic

It’s safe to say that the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement—one of Canada’s most ambitious and progressive trade deals—has benefited Canadian businesses from coast to coast to coast.

Publication date: 2020-08-17
Country(s): Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Region(s): Europe
Category(s): CETA, Trade diversification

2020-08-10Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia-Pacific

Midwives save lives through thick and thin

Midwives are on the front lines, adapting their services so that women continue to get the care they need.

Publication date: 2020-08-10
Country(s): Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, Afghanistan, Myanmar
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Development assistance - Global health, Health, Women and girls

2021-01-07Guyana, Latin America and the Caribbean

Ending gender-based violence requires a collective effort

Ending gender-based violence requires a collective effort. Through strong partnerships, we can broaden the impact of the campaign.

Publication date: 2021-01-07
Country(s): Guyana
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Children, Elimination of violence, Gender equality, Health, Human rights, Humanitarian assistance, Women and girls, Youth

2021-02-01Latin 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 path

Isabelle Bérard looks back on her career in international development punctuated by major events, including the 2010 earthquake in Haiti.

Publication date: 2021-02-01
Country(s): Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Mozambique, Rwanda
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Humanitarian assistance, Women and girls

2021-02-08Malawi, Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe, Sub-Saharan Africa

Lessons from the field: Canadian doctor offers a global perspective on the COVID-19 pandemic

Dr. 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
Country(s): Malawi, Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Development assistance - Global health, Health, Humanitarian assistance

2021-02-25Canada, 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
Country(s): Canada, France, Tunisia, United States
Region(s): Europe, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Development assistance - Global health, Health

2021-03-03Sub-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 everywhere

Almost 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
Country(s): Burkina Faso, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ghana, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Zambia
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Global health, Health, Humanitarian assistance

2021-03-03Sri 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 world

For 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
Country(s): Honduras, Nigeria, South Africa, Sri Lanka
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Women and girls, Gender equality, Elimination of violence

2021-03-09Bangladesh, 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 women

The 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
Country(s): Bangladesh, Canada, Ethiopia, Ghana, Honduras, Jordan, Kenya, Mali, Myanmar, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Development assistance - Global health, Health, Humanitarian assistance, Women and girls

2021-03-18South Sudan, Pakistan, Mozambique, Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa

Pandemic highlights water challenges and opportunities in developing countries

When 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
Country(s): South Sudan, Pakistan, Mozambique
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Development assistance - Global health, Environment, Gender equality, Health, Human rights, Humanitarian assistance, Water, Women and girls

2021-05-05Canada, Colombia, India, Uganda, Tanzania, Bangladesh, South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, North America, South America

Global lessons in mother and child health

Despite the fact that we have an abundance of tests and treatments and technology, more is not always better.

Publication date: 2021-05-05
Country(s): Canada, Colombia, India, Uganda, Tanzania, Bangladesh
Region(s): South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, North America, South America
Category(s): Development assistance - Global health, Health, Women and girls, Human rights

2021-05-12Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa

Improving women’s rights starts with strong grassroots organizations in Nigeria

ActionAid Nigeria directly supports at least 100 women’s rights organizations and their networks in 6 states across Nigeria.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Nigeria
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Women and girls, Governance, Human rights, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Lesotho, Sub-Saharan Africa

Empowering vulnerable girls in Lesotho: Libuse’s Story

Canada supports Help Lesotho in empowering vulnerable girls to fulfill their potential.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Lesotho
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Women and girls, Youth, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Niger, Sub-Saharan Africa

Seeing child marriage through adolescent eyes

Child 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
Country(s): Niger
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Child, early and forced marriage, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa

The island doctor: A role model for health care workers

Dr. 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
Country(s): Tanzania
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Health, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa

Hamida Abdallah Sebe: Volunteering to save her community in Kenya

Hamida 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
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Health, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Bangladesh, Asia-Pacific

Delivering healthy futures in Bangladesh

18-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
Country(s): Bangladesh
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Education, Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12South Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa

Helping young mothers return to school

Monica 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
Country(s): South Sudan
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Education, Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Jordan, Middle East and North Africa

Creating better learning environments for children with disabilities in Jordan

The 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
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Education, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Youth

2021-05-12Lebanon, Middle East and North Africa

Dania’s story: Promoting inclusive education for children with disabilities

For children like Dania, born with Down Syndrome, non-formal education is a pathway to formal school.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Lebanon
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Children, Education, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Youth

2021-05-12West Bank and Gaza, Middle East and North Africa

Responding to Gender-Based Violence in the most vulnerable communities

Hundreds 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
Country(s): West Bank and Gaza
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Education, Elimination of violence, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Democratic Republic of Congo, Middle East and North Africa

Taking the lead in providing protection from gender-based violence in emergencies

Canada was able to bring some 87 partners together to use their collective voice to advocate for and effect change.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Democratic Republic of Congo
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Ethiopia, Sub-Saharan Africa

Accelerating business growth in Ethiopia

With support from GAC, the Renew Strategies’ Accelerating Business Growth project has made waves in Ethiopia’s growing economy.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Ethiopia
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Economic growth, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Peru, Latin America and the Caribbean

Supporting agricultural cooperatives as a tool for sustainable development in Peru

The PRODIVCOM project has helped producers working in family farming become more financially independent.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Peru
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Food, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Myanmar, Asia-Pacific

Empowering women farmers in Myanmar

Through 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
Country(s): Myanmar
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Education, Food, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Tanzania, Sub-Saharan Africa

Using renewable energy to improve the health of mothers and children—and save lives

Solar-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
Country(s): Tanzania
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Clean Technologies, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Guatemala, Latin America and the Caribbean

Growing women’s leadership through agroecology in Guatemala

In 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
Country(s): Guatemala
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Food, Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12St. Lucia, Latin America and the Caribbean

Building back better in the Caribbean

When 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
Country(s): St. Lucia
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Economic growth, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Honduras, 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
Country(s): Honduras
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Human rights, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Tunisia, Sub-Saharan Africa

Supporting gender-inclusive municipal leadership in Tunisia

As agents of change in their communities, these women implement initiatives to increase gender equality where they live.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Tunisia
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Armenia, Middle East and North Africa

Supporting young civic journalists in Northern Armenia

Through 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
Country(s): Armenia
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Education, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Youth

2021-05-12Democratic Republic of Congo, Sub-Saharan Africa

Ending impunity for sexual and gender-based violence

With 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
Country(s): Democratic Republic of Congo
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Elimination of violence, Gender equality, Human rights, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Iraq, Middle East and North Africa

Advancing gender inclusiveness in Iraq’s police force

RCMP Superintendent Marie-Claude Côté focused on 3 major areas: gender perspective in operational planning, gender training and strategic communications.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Iraq
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Senegal, Sub-Saharan Africa

Volunteers promoting Canada’s expertise in Senegal

The Volunteer Cooperation Program provides opportunities for Canadians to get involved internationally by volunteering their expertise and time.

Publication date: 2021-05-12
Country(s): Senegal
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Food, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance, Women and girls

2021-05-12Kenya, Sub-Saharan Africa

Delivering reliable, cost-effective, live-saving medical oxygen to health facilities in Kenya

To 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
Country(s): Kenya
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Health, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-12Guatemala, Latin America and the Caribbean<

Developing an Indigenous peoples’ professional experience program in Guatemala

Indigenous 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
Country(s): Guatemala
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-13Senegal, Sub-Saharan Africa

Supporting Senegalese women peacekeepers

The Elsie Initiative allowed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to have a frank and open discussion with Senegalese women peacekeepers

Publication date: 2021-05-13
Country(s): Senegal
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Peace, Women and girls, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2021-05-25Canada, England, Ghana, United States, Europe, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa

Supporting Canadian artists and diversity advocacy

Global Affairs Canada Visual Art Collection acquires new artworks in collaboration with the National accessArts Centre

Publication date: 2021-05-25
Country(s): Canada, England, Ghana, United States
Region(s):Europe, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s):Arts and Cultural Industries

2021-05-25Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Canada, Kenya, Liberia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Asia-Pacific, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa

Putting an end to period poverty

On 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
Country(s): Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Canada, Kenya, Liberia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Tanzania
Region(s):Asia-Pacific, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s):Child, early and forced marriage, Development assistance - Global health, Gender equality, Health, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2021-05-27Bangladesh, Canada, Indonesia, Mozambique, Papua New Guinea, Tanzania, Asia-Pacific, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa

Changing attitudes on menstrual health

Even today our language is replete with negative stereotypes for anything having to do with menstruation.

Publication date: 2021-05-27
Country(s): Bangladesh, Canada, Indonesia, Mozambique, Papua New Guinea, Tanzania
Region(s):Asia-Pacific, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s):Child, early and forced marriage, Development assistance - Global health, Gender equality, Health, Human rights, Women and girls, Youth

2021-06-09Canada, Venezuela, North America, South America

Stories of spirit, hope and charity: Vibrant Venezuelans in Canada

They 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
Country(s): Canada, Venezuela
Region(s): North America, South America
Category(s): Human rights, Humanitarian assistance

2021-06-17Canada, Syria, South Sudan, Uganda, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa

Building Back, Giving Back: Refugees Model Compassion

For the refugees among us, resilience is an everyday fact of life, requiring strength, determination and even ingenuity.

Publication date: 2021-06-17
Country(s): Canada, Syria, South Sudan, Uganda
Region(s): North America, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Human rights, Humanitarian assistance, Peace

2021-06-30Guatemala, Latin America and the Caribbean

Canada Fund empowers women to build back better in Guatemala

The 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
Country(s): Guatemala
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls

2021-07-02China, 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
Country(s): China, Honduras, Japan, Pakistan, United States
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, North America
Category(s): Consular, Health, Transportation

2021-07-05China, Japan, Peru, United States, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America

Behind the scenes: How government employees stepped in to help stranded Canadians

Although 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
Country(s): China, Japan, Peru, United States
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America
Category(s): Consular, Health, Transportation

2021-07-27Guyana, 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
Country(s): Guyana
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls

2021-08-03Barbados, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, United States, Asia-Pacific, North America

Be prepared during hurricane season

Warm destinations are beautiful, but they can sometimes be hot spots for extreme weather, including hurricanes.

Publication date: 2021-07-28
Country(s): Barbados, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, United States
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, North America
Category(s): Consular

2021-08-13Mexico, United States, Venezuela, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America

A local approach to helping Canadians abroad

Many 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
Country(s): Mexico, United States, Venezuela
Region(s): Latin America and the Caribbean, North America
Category(s): Consular Services

2021-11-05Morocco, North Africa

Protecting the argan forests of Morocco

Argan oil is good for the skin and people’s health, and argan trees help protect the Moroccan environment.

Publication date: 2021-11-05
Country(s): Morocco
Region(s): North Africa
Category(s): Climate Action, Gender equality, Humanitarian assistance, Women and girls, Environment

2021-12-07Jordan, Middle East and North Africa

Seeding alternative forms of energy in Jordan

Shining a light on how solar energy can impact local communities.

Publication date: 2021-12-07
Country(s): Jordan
Region(s): Middle East and North Africa
Category(s): Clean Technologies, Climate Action, Education, Environment, Gender equality, Women and girls

2021-12-14Vietnam, Asia

Investing in floating solar power in Vietnam

The Da Mi Solar Power Plant is helping Vietnam promote clean energy and meet its climate-action goals.

Publication date: 2021-12-14
Country(s): Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s):Clean Technologies, Climate Action, Environment, Gender equality, Women and girls

2021-12-15Uganda, Sub-Saharan Africa

Restoring wetlands brings new opportunities to rural Uganda

Looking at how environmental restoration initiatives bring new economic possibilities to communities.

Publication date: 2021-12-15
Country(s):Uganda
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Climate Action, Environment, Women and girls, Youth

2021-12-22Jordan, Morocco, Uganda, Vietnam

Canada takes action to address the climate crisis around the world

Canada is committed to reducing impacts of climate change by working at home and abroad.

Publication date: 2021-12-22
Country(s): Jordan, Morocco, Uganda, Vietnam
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Clean Technologies, Climate Action, Environment, Gender equality, Humanitarian assistance, Women and girls

2021-12-30Canada

Staying home helps keep you and others safe

Travelling now means your trip could turn out to be different than what you had expected.

Publication date: 2021-12-30
Country(s):Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Consular, Health

2022-02-10Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa

From Child Soldier to Activist

Canada has provided a welcome refuge to Michel Chikwanine, former child soldier, who shares his experiences.

Publication date: 2022-02-10
Country(s):Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo
Region(s): North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Child soldier, International Day against Use of Child Soldiers, Human rights, Red Hand Day

2022-03-04Canada, Zambia, Vietnam, Malawi, Mozambique

Shifting social norms for care work promotes gender equality

Championing gender equality in the division of labour in households.

Publication date: 2022-03-04
Country(s):Canada, Zambia, Vietnam, Malawi, Mozambique
Region(s): North America, Africa, Southeast Asia
Category(s): Gender equality, housework, child care

2022-03-14Canada, Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Rwanda

Programs show importance of sharing household duties

Too often, the responsibility for care work falls on women, but sharing household duties can help to reduce gender inequality.

Publication date: 2022-03-14
Country(s):Canada, Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Rwanda
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, North America, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Gender equality, care economy, caregiving, COVID-19

2022-01-27Canada, North America

An outstanding repatriation effort

In 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Consular, Human rights

2022-03-08Canada, North America

Women’s diplomatic leadership: 3 women tell us their stories

We 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Gender equality, Women and girls, Career

2022-04-21Canada, North America

Global Affairs Canada committed to fighting racism

In 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Diversity and inclusion, Peace

2022-05-18Canada, North America

Cultural diplomacy debunked

At 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Arts and Cultural Industries

2022-06-16Canada, North America

Transgender inclusion at Global Affairs Canada: Maddie’s story

At 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Diversity and inclusion, Gender equality

2022-06-30Canada, North America
Imaginary animals, in green, orange and purple hues.

Global Affairs Canada supports Northern Indigenous artists at the 2022 Arctic Arts Summit

Learn 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Events, Diversity and inclusion, Arts and Cultural Industries

2022-08-25Canada, North America
Graphic image of cocoons on a branch, growing in four butterflies.

Taking into account the voices of women and gender-diverse people through feminist evaluation

Did 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Diversity and inclusion, Women and girls, Gender equality

2022-09-22Canada, North America
Orange elements representing First Nations, Inuit and Métis, with a pathway representing reconciliation.

Global Affairs Global Affairs Canada’s path to reconciliation

Global 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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Peace, Human rights

2022-10-28Canada, North America
Woman climbing a ladder to reach the top of a structure, where another woman stands.

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
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Women and girls, Gender equality, Career

2023-01-30Vietnam, Brazil, Malawi, Sierra Leone, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa
Woman climbing a ladder to reach the top of a structure, where another woman stands.

Global Affairs Canada’s efforts to promote sustainable development abroad

In 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
Country(s): Vietnam, Brazil, Malawi, Sierra Leone
Region(s): Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Humanitarian assistance, Water, Diversity and inclusion, Gender equality, Women and Girls

2023-05-08South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa
Woman climbing a ladder to reach the top of a structure, where another woman stands.

Diplomatic careers: When a spouse’s resilience makes all the difference

In this article, you will learn more about the significant career challenges spouses who follow their partner abroad face.

Publication date: 2023-05-08
Country(s): South Africa
Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa
Category(s): Career, Consular, Diversity and inclusion, Events, Report to Parliament on the Government of Canada's International Assistance

2023-06-06Canada, Guatemala, India, Asia-Pacific
Maple leaf on a colorful background.

Asian Heritage Month: Learning from Asian Canadian leaders at Global Affairs Canada

In this article, you will learn more about the remarkable experiences of Asian Canadian leaders at Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

Publication date: 2023-06-06
Country(s): Canada, Guatemala, India
Region(s): Asia-Pacific
Category(s): Career, Consular, Diversity and inclusion, Gender equality

2023-08-08Canada, North America
Lester B. Pearson Building (exterior view)

Celebrating the Lester B. Pearson Building’s 50 years

In this article you will learn more about the building’s rich history and enduring legacy.

Publication date: 2023-08-08
Country(s): Canada
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Infrastructure

2024-03-06Canada, 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
Country(s): Canada, United States
Region(s): North America
Category(s): Women and girls, Diversity and inclusion, Gender Equality, Business Women in International Trade

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