Archive for June 2024
Environmental Racism legislation passes into law!
June 28, 2024
At long last, legislation to address environmental racism has been passed into law! Bill C-226 passed third reading in the Senate on June 13 and received Royal Assent on June 20. The bill is an Act respecting the development of…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice
Read KAIROS WPS’ six transformative years – At a Glance
June 24, 2024
Français – Español It was a remarkable 6-year journey that involved more than 36,000 (mostly women) participants and had significant outcomes. Funded by the Government of Canada and donations from member churches and Canadians, the Women of Courage: Women, Peace…
Post filed in: WPS
Enriching gathering in Mi’kma’ki feeds the work of KAIROS Indigenous Rights Circle and Partners
June 5, 2024
In April, KAIROS Indigenous Rights Circle (KIRC) held enriching meetings and site visits at Millbrook First Nation in Mi’kma’ki. The three-day gathering was held at the Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre which houses several displays of Mi’kmaw history and culture….
Post filed in: Indigenous Rights
A Miracle Story of Repatriation
June 5, 2024
On our first day of the KAIROS Indigenous Rights Circle meeting on Millbrook First Nation in Truro, Nova Scotia, April 3, we listened in awe to the story of Heather Stevens, Manager of the Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre, recounting the…
Post filed in: Indigenous Rights
Uphold inherent sacredness to end the cycle of violence: the heart of the Canadian Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage
June 5, 2024
“A belief in the sacredness of life and that all people deserve to live in dignity and safety is what brings us here today,” said Leah Reesor-Keller, KAIROS’ Transitional Executive Director, in her opening remarks during the press conference on…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Palestine Israel Conflict, Social Justice
A season of connection, a season of change – Indigenous Peoples Month Reflection
June 5, 2024
Summer solstice quickly approaches. This is a time of great meaning for Indigenous Peoples. The day isn’t simply a day to mark the longest day of the year, the beginning of summer and the time for barbeques and beaches. Like…
Post filed in: Indigenous Rights, Spirited Reflections
KAIROS’ unionized staff go national!
June 5, 2024
Local 4557 has represented KAIROS’ workers (non-management) since the organization’s beginning. KAIROS’ and the Local’s first collective agreement was ratified in April 2003. CUPE – which stands for the Canadian Union of Public Employees – is Canada’s largest union, representing…
Post filed in: Media Releases
A big win and possible win for migrant workers
June 4, 2024
KAIROS celebrates Canada’s announcement that it will offer permanent residency to migrant caregivers upon arrival in Canada, while holding its breath in anticipation of an announcement of a regularization program for people who are undocumented. Permanant residency for migrant caregivers…
Post filed in: Migrant Justice
Strengthening Voices for a Just Transition – Saskatoon Community Dialogue
June 4, 2024
On May 25, KAIROS hosted the first of four community dialogues on just transition at the Wanuskewin Centre in Treaty 6 Territory and the homeland of the Métis. The dialogue was convened as part of KAIROS’ Strengthening Voices for a Just…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Just Transition
