How we worked hard to make 2021 a turning point for goodDecember 2021 - In 2021, we knew that people living in poverty would be the hardest hit. We also knew that the only way to find hope and solutions would be to take urgent and unprecedented action to tackle the unfolding global health, social, and economic crises head-on.
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Together we surpassed our #EndPoverty Challenge goal!November 2021 - Results Canada recognized International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on October 17, 2021 with its first-ever #EndPoverty Challenge call-to-action in October to stand in solidarity with those living in extreme poverty. And rise to the Challenge you did – thank you!
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Volunteers, we care about your wellbeingJune 2021 - Over a year ago, volunteers everywhere had to adjust to new virtual ways of taking action because of the COVID-19 pandemic. With more online opportunities came Zoom fatigue and additional mental health challenges. It is easy to feel stressed out by our current realities. This is a reminder of the importance of self-care as a volunteer advocate year-round. Please make time to reset and take great care of yourself.
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My favourite advocacy momentMay 2021 - "Over my long affiliation with Results Canada (15 years and counting) as a volunteer, a donor, and an on and off Executive Director, I’ve been fortunate to have many amazing moments as an advocate. Every day I feel lucky to be doing this work alongside so many people who inspire me. However, one day in particular stands out and I’ve grown to think of it as my favourite advocacy moment." - Chris Dendys, Executive Director
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Get involved this National Volunteer WeekApril 2021 - Get involved this National Volunteer Week! For an organization powered by the dedication of its volunteers, National Volunteer Week is an important week for Results Canada. This week-long celebration is an opportunity to highlight the tireless efforts our volunteers contribute all year and to share how much we appreciate them.
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Fellowship across bordersMarch 2021 - A Fellowship program now exists in Canada thanks to a recent collaboration between RESULTS U.S. and Results Canada. The Fellowship program is a prime example of how sharing resources can lead to the building of a new initiative that can be implemented around the world.
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Black History Month in CanadaFebruary 2021 - February is Black History Month in Canada. We must actively and intentionally weave anti-oppression into our advocacy to ensure that as we work to eliminate extreme poverty, we are simultaneously striving to eliminate structural and systemic white-supremacy, racism, and inequities.
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Participate in Canada's pre-budget consultationsFebruary 2021 - Last spring, the Government of Canada was supposed to release their annual budget but due to increased financial uncertainty caused by the pandemic, it was put on hold. As many countries face inwards to address domestic needs, the devastating secondary effects of COVID-19 are widening the gaps of inequality around the world. Before February 19, make your voice heard in this year’s federal budget so we can #StopTheDeadlyDivide.
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Looking ahead with Results Canada: Amped up Advocacy, Powerful People, and Open Spaces
Volunteers go above and beyond for World Tuberculosis (TB) Day despite the pandemic