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Canadians are paying more—and getting less. Wildfires are forcing families from their homes. Heatwaves are becoming…
Photo Credit: Christian Harb Despite a ceasefire being in place since early March, the Israeli military…
Hamida and Samina Begum measure out rice at food bank–supported by Oxfam partner SKS–in a flood-prone…
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Statement from Oxfam Canada’s Executive Director on International Women’s Day
Everyday, across the world, courageous and dedicated women are leading change: they produce food, make up a third of the official labour force and care for families and homes. While gender continues to be a primary determinant of poverty, significant shifts have been made around the world to advance women’s rights and increase gender equality.…
International Women’s Day in National Capital Region showcased by Feminist Games
Ottawa – On March 8, 2014 a dynamic group of local, national and international organizations will host the Feminist Games – an International Women’s Day celebration in Ottawa at the Library and Archives Canada. Over 400 people are expected to move to the sounds of DJ Jas Nasty, sample local treats and refreshing beverages and celebrate…
Oxfam reaction to Canadian Government announcement on mandatory payment reporting of Extractive Industries
Oxfam reaction to Canadian Government announcement on mandatory payment reporting of Extractive Industries In response to the Hon. Joe Oliver, Minister of Natural Resources’ announcement at the PDAC Convention 2014, regarding mandatory payment reporting for Extractives, Lina Holguin, Oxfam spokesperson, said: Oxfam welcomes the government of Canada’s continued commitment to develop and implement mandatory reporting standards for…
Public pressure pushes big food companies to improve their policies in developing countries
Campaign actions by hundreds of thousands of people in the past 12 months have swayed nine of the world’s ten biggest food and beverage companies to improve their social and environmental policies, says worldwide development organization Oxfam. Some leading companies made major strides in improving their policies on land and women’s rights, and carbon emissions.…