Ways to Give

United Church Global Response to COVID-19

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Many United Church people have been looking for ways to support global partners and the vulnerable communities they serve as they face the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. One way to offer your support is through donations to help support Mission & Service partners in the global South.

To learn more and support, visit COVID-19: Global Response.

Global Perspectives

Political and Economic Sanctions Blocking Aid for Most Vulnerable

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As part of our global response to COVID-19, the United Church joined with Mennonite Central Committee Canada (MCC) and Nobel Women’s Initiative in a letter to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francois-Philippe Champagne, urging the Canadian government to ensure that humanitarian assistance is not impeded by economic and political sanctions during this unprecedented health crisis. Read the full letter.

Worship Resources

May is Asian Heritage Month

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Asian Heritage month is currently underway. As we honour the contributions of Asian Canadians to our church and society this month and beyond, take a look at some worship resources you can use to celebrate Asian Heritage with your community of faith.

Webinars

May Month for Action: Minding Our Own Business

How To Ensure Canadian Businesses Respect Human Rights Abroad, May 14, 7:30 p.m. EDT

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Participate in this webinar to find out what you can do to ensure Canadian businesses respect human rights abroad.

Hosted by the Canadian Network for Corporate Accountability and featuring United Church partner KARAPATAN (organization for human rights in the Philippines), as well as people whose lives have been negatively impacted by Canadian-owned mines in the Brazilian Amazon and in the making of clothes for the Canadian market in Bangladesh.

The risks faced by workers and defenders who are fighting for justice have not disappeared during the COVID-19 pandemic. Be part of a discussion on how you can take action to ensure Canadian companies respect human rights and the environment.

CCR Spring Virtual Consultation 2020

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Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) is holding their 2020 Spring Consultation online from May 19 - June 26, 2020.

Participate in the Virtual Spring Consultation to explore current issues affecting refugee protection and newcomer settlement. All are welcome! Featuring perspectives from all Canadian provinces and experts in diverse fields.

Email us with your questions.