May 3, 2014
War is learned… it is a social invention like writing or marriage, and should be viewed as distinct from interpersonal violence and aggression, which have evolutionary/biological […]
April 23, 2014
It might sound like science fiction but all indications are that research is underway to produce robotic weapons that are fully autonomous. Canadian Friends Service Committee […]
April 10, 2014
MEDIA RELEASE April 10, 2014 Federal and provincial governments must not ignore human rights in decisions about pipelines and other energy infrastructure Downplaying the […]
December 31, 2013
In December, the Canadian Friends Service Committee endorsed the Joint Statement on Physical Punishment of Children and Youth developed by a national coalition of organizations facilitated […]
December 13, 2013
Commentary on the Transformation of South Africa by Gianne Broughton In the wake of his death, the world has rightfully been celebrating Nelson Mandela’s achievements. Upon […]
November 20, 2013
Indigenous land rights in Canada: Landmark case points the way to true reconciliation On November 7, 2013, the Supreme Court of Canada heard the crucial case […]
November 14, 2013
You’ve probably heard the term, but do you know what “Free, Prior, and Informed Consent” means? Well this helpful two page background on Free, Prior, and […]
October 22, 2013
Members of CFSC met up with Are Høidal, governor of Norway’s second largest prison, Halden Prison. Are Høidal was the keynote speaker at an event hosted […]
September 12, 2013
MEDIA RELEASE Canada must respect the right of Indigenous Peoples to make decisions about resource development on their lands Indigenous Peoples’, human rights, and faith […]