Lessons from COVID-19 Towards Urgent Climate Action in Canada
On March 19 we combatted the heaviness of climate work with hope through an insightful and energizing online workshop led by Julia Sterling.
Poverty Trends 2023
Reimagining a Rights-Based Social Safety Net
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Fair? Not quite. The 2024 Federal Budget through a public justice lens.
Did the 2024 Federal Budget pass CPJ’s “public justice test”? The answer is no: important steps were taken, but not at a sufficient level of ambition to change the status quo – and certainly not enough to fulfill the budget’s stated promise of “fairness for every generation.” In this brief analysis, we elaborate on key highlights related to CPJ’s priority areas.
CPJ, Human Rights Watch, and Amnesty International Organize Press Conference Regarding Immigration Detention
On Wednesday, May 1st, CPJ helped organize a press conference at Parliament Hill to address recent developments regarding immigration detention – specifically, the proposal in the Federal Budget to use federal prisons to detain immigrants solely for administrative reasons.
What is Canada’s plan for refugee claimants?
Asvini Uthayakumaran emphasizes the necessity for a comprehensive housing plan for refugee claimants that is informed by organizations working directly with those seeking asylum in Canada.
Public Justice Internship 2024-2025
CPJ’s Public Justice Internship Program provides a university graduate with the opportunity to explore the meaning of public justice and join us in Ottawa for a one-year, paid internship.
The Moment podcast with Natalie Appleyard
Listen to the interview with CPJ’s Natalie Appleyard on “The Moment” podcast. The conversation explores ways we can move from scarcity and surveillance to solidarity in responding to poverty in Canada.
Calling on all CPJ members and supporters to join us on May 30th at the Calvin CRC from 6-7:30pm! We will explore the role of faith communities in promoting policies...
Peace, justice and a livable future is our shared human right. CPJ stands in solidarity with the Palestinian struggle and fight for justice and peace. Join CPJ, Kairos and other...
Curious about the recent federal budget? Together with @@chr.courier CPJ's policy analysts have put together a high level overview of the 2024 budget through the lens of public justice. Read...
Together with Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, CPJ organized a press conference to discuss the federal government's proposal to expand immigration detention into federal correctional facilities. The use of...