Temporary Foreign Workers
On September 22 & 23 we at EMCN are hosting a meeting about temporary foreign workers and will have about 50 guests here from western Canada.
On Saturday evening we will be having an informal social time here (in our main reception area) from 7:30 to 10 PM and it would be good to have some local friends come along and join the evening, enjoy some good Maria Dunn music and a chance to meet some of the folks taking part.
So this is your invitation to come along, for a little while or all evening, as you are able. There is no cost. Unfortunately there is not room to extend the invitation to you to attend the actual meetings.
Subscribe to Directions-Research and Policy on Eliminating Racism 2007
DIRECTIONS
Volume 4 Number 1
The Bicentenary of the Abolition of the British Slave Trade – A Canadian Perspective
To mark the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the Transatlantic slave trade in the British Empire 1807-2007, the Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF) has published a commemorative issue of its flagship journal DIRECTIONS. This issue shines a light on the Canadian perspective of the Transatlantic slave trade and hones in on the slave trade’s impact on Canada’s development and the linkages to the present day situation in Canada.
Guest Editor, Dr. Afua Cooper, a renowned historian and author who has done ground-breaking work on the enslavement of Black people in Canada, notes that this particular Bicentenary is of great significance in the history of African Canadians, and Africans world-wide.
The line-up of contributors in this issue include Prof. Raymond Winbush writing on Reparations for Africans, Carol Duncan on The Church and Slavery, Tamari Kitossa on The Unfinished Business: Racial Profiling a consequence of Eurocentric Law and chattel slavery, just to mention a few in this ground-breaking and cutting edge Bicentenary issue of DIRECTIONS.
Click here for the subscription form.
To order a copy of the CRRF’s Bicentenary issue of DIRECTIONS, please e-mail
publications@crrf-fcrr.ca. For more information about subscribing to DIRECTIONS please visit the CRRF’s website at www.crrf-fcrr.ca.
Grants Available for Anti-Poverty Projects
Funds are still available in most English Canada provinces to support local actions that address the causes of poverty. The KAIROS Anti-Poverty Fund is particularly oriented towards supporting projects that build the capacity of people living in poverty to take a leadership role in advocating for poverty reduction.
Contact Michael Polanyi or visit http://www.kairoscanada.org/e/antipoverty/funding.asp.
NAARR's COMMUNITY IMPACT Lunch Series presents: Social Enterprise - The 3 P's
COMMUNITY IMPACT Lunch Series presents: Social Enterprise – The 3P’s: Philosophy, Process and Practicalities
Shelley Williams has been Executive Director of three agencies involved in social enterprise.
In 2003, Shelley was awarded the Muttart Fellowship Grant to undertake a project regarding Social Enterprise within non-profits. Combining her experiences along with research and interviewing 9 other agencies in Canada she published a manual called Social Enterprise: The 3 P’s – Philosophy, Process and Practicalities in February 2005.
Shelley will provide opportunity for participants understand 4 key philosophical questions and the words of wisdom gained from interviewing nine agencies involved in social enterprise. For the purpose of this information session social enterprise is defined as a venture/business/activity within a non-profit organization providing financial and/or social benefits that further its mission.
Shelley is known for helping organizations find their way through crisis and periods of transformation. An experienced trainer, facilitator and consultant in the area of management and organizational design, Williams has taught and presented to numerous groups and conferences regarding organizational change, supervision, strategic planning, board development and conflict resolution. These activities have taken place over the past 22 years as a senior manager, executive director, and management consultant. Shelley is currently Executive Director of Bissell Centre, an Edmonton agency providing supports to people living in poverty.
When: October 5, 2007
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: NAARR’S boardroom
#2, 10865 – 96 st
Cost: Free, donations accepted
Please call Jacqueline at 425 – 4644 ext. 4 to register
Call early, space is limited
The City of Edmonton Youth Council
Learn about our work at: www.ceyc.ca
Volunteer Recruiting. Application will be available online at www.ceyc.ca until Oct. 1st , 07. Info: Jennifer 496-4938 E: Jennifer.Wong@edmonton.ca
The City of Edmonton Youth Council (CEYC) is recruiting for its 2007-2008 term membership! We are looking for youth aged 13-23, residents in the City of Edmonton & interested in being involved in civic youth issues.
The mandate of the CEYC is to advise City Council/City administration on issues, projects/developments that affect youth in Edmonton. There are many ways to get involved & contribute in many different areas of interest!
For example: Public transit, parks & recreation, preventative social services, emergency medical services, fire/police protection, community events, citizen safety initiatives, and building healthy, vibrant communities.
CEYC members have the unique opportunity to be a resource for opinions, perspective, knowledge/experience to the City on topics vital to young people.
Working within the City to make sure youth voices are heard, the CEYC also works in collaboration/partnership with other organizations & initiatives in the larger community, addressing issues of concern to Edmonton's youth. And we always aim to have fun doing whatever we do!
It is important that the Youth Council be able to represent a broad/diverse range of local youth perspectives. You do not need any experience to apply. Training and support is provided. Finally we kindly ask you to share this info. with those you may think interested in this unique opportunity. Many thanks!
Jennifer Wong, Youth Council Coordinator
Ph: (780) 496-4938 / Fax: (780) 577-3525
E-mail: jennifer.wong@edmonton.ca
From Nairobi to Atlanta - The World Social Forum 2007
A Powerpoint Presentation
Professors Jay Smith and Elizabeth Smythe will be reporting back on the World Social Forum and the United States Social Forum
Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 8 pm
Grandin Green Co-op Penthouse
9708 - 110 Street
Edmonton
Please arrive by 7:45 pm and buzz the "Green Room" to be escorted up to the meeting room.
For further information contact jays@athabascau.ca
CRRF Award of Excellence 2007-2008 Prix D'excellence
Are you aware of an organization or group doing innovative work to eliminate racism in Canada? Do you want to be recognized for your efforts to create awareness, effect change and influence people?
Nominations are open for the Canadian Race Relations Award of Excellence. This initiative serves to recognize ‘Best Practices’ in anti-racism. In 2008, there will be a minimum of $20,000 in cash prizes to be given away! All the winners will take part in a national learning symposium where they will share their success with others.
You have until January 14, 2008 to submit your nomination.
The symposium, entitled: “What is Canadian Racism? Engaging a Critical Analysis of Racism and How to Tackle it” will take place in Calgary (AB), from April 23-25, 2008. Interested to present? In the coming weeks, the CRRF will be issuing a Call for Papers and a Call for Workshops.
If you would like to review examples of past winners consult the Best Practices Readers on the Award of Excellence page found on the CRRF website at www.crr.ca
EQUITY & LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Anti-Racism, Emotional Intelligence and Peacebuilding,
Nov. 1-2, 2008 in Toronto
Have you ever felt that traditional approaches to equity education are useful but also limited? Interested in a training program that integrates innovative approaches to diversity and cutting edge leadership skills to better serve your organization? Need practical strategies to create inclusive environments and work through difference?
If any of these statements relate to you, then this 2-day course may be of interest! By integrating anti-racism with emotional intelligence and conflict resolution, a unique approach has been developed to help create inclusive organizations and environments. Canadian Race Relations Foundation and Anima Leadership are teaming up to offer a training process that has been developed and tested in national and international settings. The Equity Leadership Institute program will challenge and support your current equity strategies.
You have until October 26, 2007 to register.
The Fees are: $750 plus GST (sliding scale for non-profit agencies available)
For more information about the Award of Excellence or the Equity Leadership Institute contact:
The CRRF: Sandy Yep, Director of Education & Training
Tel: 1-888-240-4936 (toll free) w 416-952-5019 (local)
Email: syep@crrf-fcrr.ca
Click here for the application form.
Click here for the brochure.
The Indo-Canadian Women’s Association’s Open House
When: September 28, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Indo-Canadian Women’s Association, 9342 -34 Avenue, Edmonton
We will be introducing our new program and services.
Honourable Gene Zwozdesky will be visiting the centre at 3:30 p.m.
Come and meet the board members, executive staff and exchange ideas.
R.S.V.P.
Phone: (780) 490-0477
Refreshments will be served
Workshop - Prejudice in Alberta: Realities and Remedies
Brochure - Greater Edmonton Alliance: All Candidates Meeting Ward 4
