Statements
In gratitude – remembering the Honourable Murray Sinclair
November 5, 2024
With sorrow and utmost respect, KAIROS acknowledges the passing of the Honorable Murray Sinclair. We send our deepest condolences to his family members. Murray Sinclair was a man of vision, dignity and kindness. Justice and wisdom shone through his leadership…
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KAIROS mourns the passing of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
September 24, 2024
KAIROS joins countless others in mourning the loss of Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) Grand Chief Cathy Merrick who died suddenly after collapsing outside Winnipeg court on September 6. In 2022, Merrick was appointed as the first female Grand Chief…
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Supporting justice and peace in the Middle East
January 19, 2024
Like so many, KAIROS is following South Africa’s application to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) closely, watching, listening and hoping that the outcome will strengthen justice, peace and humanity. We share here a letter from KAIROS member, United of…
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Statement of international solidarity with the victims of the escalation of violence in Ecuador
January 15, 2024
KAIROS is deeply concerned about the escalation in violence in Ecuador and stands in solidarity with partners and victims of this violence. We echo the calls of partners in the region for peace, demilitarization and respect for human rights. Below…
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KAIROS Holiday Closure
December 20, 2023
As the year draws to a close, KAIROS Canada is deeply grateful to its members, partners, network and donors who help make our work in faithful action for justice and peace possible. Please note that the KAIROS offices will close…
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KAIROS follow up letter to the Prime Minister
November 28, 2023
KAIROS sent a follow up letter to Prime Minister Trudeau expressing cautious optimism at the recent news of a four-day pause in the Hamas-Israel war and release of some civilian hostages and reiterating the call for an immediate ceasefire and…
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The United Church of Canada writes to the Prime Minister pleading for immediate action to stop the current genocide
November 21, 2023
The United Church of Canada General Council Executive, its corresponding members, and the members of the National Indigenous Council issued a plea to Prime Minister Trudeau to advocate for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, recognizing that, in the view…
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ACC and ELCIC respond to the Prime Minister reiterating their call for an immediate ceasefire
November 21, 2023
Below is ACC and ELCIC’s reply to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau response to their October 18 letter and the Ecumenical statement from KAIROS Canada in which they reiterate the urgent call for an immediate ceasefire. Download the PDF version of…
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Member Church and Ecumenical Statements on Violence between Hamas and Israel
October 23, 2023
Please find below a list of links Ecumenical Statements made by member churches. This list will be updated as needed during the ongoing violence between Hamas and Israel. Member church statements Statement on the War in the Holy Land (ACC…
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Ecumenical statement on the escalation of violence between Hamas and Israel
October 13, 2023
En Français KAIROS Canada and its member churches and agencies, condemn the current violence, against Israeli and Palestinian civilians, in Israel, Gaza, the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, and call on Canada to do everything in its power to support…
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In solidarity with asylum seekers and frontline churches and organizations
July 31, 2023
KAIROS Canada stands in solidarity with asylum seekers who have been forced to live on the streets of Toronto, and with the churches and frontline organizations that are assisting them. We call on all levels of government to respond appropriately…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice, Social Justice, Statements
Joint statement of the ENSS on Pope Francis’ ‘pilgrimage of peace’
February 1, 2023
Joint statement of the Ecumenical Network on South Sudan on Pope Francis’ ‘pilgrimage of peace’ Member organizations of the Ecumenical Network of South Sudan (ENSS), including KAIROS Canada, have released a joint statement calling on the global Church and for…
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KAIROS Holiday Closure
December 12, 2022
As the year draws to a close, KAIROS Canada is deeply grateful to its members, partners, network and donors who help make our work in faithful action for justice and peace possible. Please note that the KAIROS offices will close…
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What impact will your Christmas donation to KAIROS have?
December 8, 2022
A significant one. Your donation to KAIROS’ Women, Peace and Security program will have 4X the impact! Juan Rachael Michael Roberto standing in front of the COP27 sign. Juan Rachael Michael Roberto and her colleagues are bringing women…
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KAIROS is restructuring!
November 4, 2022
As those who have walked along with us for many years know, KAIROS has a long and rich history of being a joint-venture ecumenical program administered by the United Church of Canada. Ten participating member denominations and religious organizations are involved in…
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KAIROS Canada Offers Condolences to Victims of Tragic Attacks in Saskatchewan
September 8, 2022
The KAIROS Canada community and network in Canada and around the world extends deep condolences, sympathy, and support to all those who have lost loved ones and been impacted by the grievous attacks in James Smith Cree Nation and in…
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