The middle class is courted consistently by candidates and government officials seeking public support. In fact, just last week, the federal government released Budget 2017, which was entitled, “Building a Strong Middle Class”. This leaves us wondering: when it comes…
Federal budget takes aim at repairing social safety net, makes housing and childcare priorities For immediate release
Child apprehension is a painful and complex issue – an issue that becomes even more challenging with an understanding of those groups who are overrepresented in foster care. Without a doubt, the most affected group in this regard is Indigenous…
At a time of increasing economic inequality, the 2017 Alternative Federal Budget (AFB), released today, makes it clear that the federal government cannot wait to implement changes which could transform Canada’s economy.
Canada Without Poverty presented to the Standing Committee on March 7th, 2017 on the economic security of women in Canada. Read the full presentation below.
It’s International Women’s Day! We want shed light on how poverty is sexist and how 2017 is the year for gender equality. So what’s on your feminist agenda? Get a copy of ours, and #BeBoldForChange!
Yes, We’ll Say it: Poverty is A Women’s Issue. We know that poverty is sexist. We know that when women succeed, communities succeed.
In March-April 2017, Canada will be reviewed for its compliance with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Canada ratified the Convention in 2010 which makes this the first review cycle that applies to Canada. Like…
What Does World Social Justice Day Mean for Canada? February 20th is the UN’s World Day for Social Justice, and this year, we’re reminded that despite extraordinary global strides towards eliminating poverty, equitable distribution of income and access to greater…
Poverty entails more than the lack of income and productive resources to ensure sustainable livelihoods. Its manifestations include hunger and malnutrition, limited access to education and other basic services, social discrimination and exclusion, as well as the lack of participation…
Government of Canada Announces Consultation Process for Canada’s Poverty Reduction Strategy Dignity for All campaign leaders welcome announcement of consultation process for a national anti-poverty plan.
Canada is at a critical turning point for the 4.9 million people in this country who are living in poverty.