Date: Wednesday - September 13, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Virtual

Time: 7:00PM - 8:30pm

Description:

The next instalment of IPPNW Canada’s Active Members Speaker Series features Earl Turcotte. Earl has worked as an advocate in both inside and outside of the Canadian public service. Among his roles, Mr. Turcotte has recently served as Chairperson of the Canadian Network to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (2019-2021) and was a member of the G78 Working Group on Arms Control and Disarmament (2015- 2022). Additionally, Mr. Turcotte has worked in multiple positions with the United Nations Development Programme, working to protect and inform populations about the risks and results of conflict, while also developing crisis prevention strategies. He has also worked within Canadian Civil Service organizations such as the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade and the Canadian International Development Agency.

Location: Virtual

Registration:
RSVP not required! Here’s the zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrd-Gqpj4rG9fmGW4f4F2xszVw7pOsMy3f

Fee: Free

Contact:

Name: Lia Holla
Email: lia@ippnwcanada.ca

Date: Thursday - September 14, 2023
Time: 11:15 AM
Location: Hindu Temple, 999 St. Anne’s Road

Time: 11:15AM - 12:30PM

Description:
The Sharing Circle of Wellness will be having a discussion on Belongingness "Many Cultures Many Views". The Discussion will be facilitated by Dr. Vadivambal.

Location: Hindu Temple, 999 St. Anne’s Road

Registration: Please RVSP to Manju Lodha

Fee: $10 (lunch will be provided)

Contact:
Name: Manju Lodha
Phone: (204) 256-9885

Date: Friday - September 15, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Time: 9:30AM

Description:

We have 850+ students attending from 12 elementary and middle years school in celebration of the 9th anniversary of the CMHR. The theme this year is the Sounds of World Peace. Again this year we have the Zoloto Ukranian Dance ensemble teaching students a few dance steps with the music provided by Folklorama.

Registration:
Note this is NOT an open public event. Media coverage will be available.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Estelle Lamoureux
Email: elamoureux@shaw.ca

Date: Friday - September 15, 2023
Time: 5:45 PM
Location: 129 Dagmar St, Winnipeg, MB R3A 0Z3

Time: 5:45PM

Description: Join us in a public call for a peaceful world. This event aims to address the unrest in East Africa, particularly in Sudan and South Sudan, examining the impact of war and conflicts on both people and the environment. The importance of community needs for peace and belonging will be highlighted. The event will feature panel presentations, cultural foods, and discussions.

We are honoured to have our special guest, Senator Marilou McPhedran join us this evening.

Registration: RSVP via email (director@peacedays.ca) is encouraged, but all are welcome to attend!!

Fee: The activity is free, but donations are welcome to support returnees and refugees affected by war in South Sudan. Donations can be e-transferred to women4womenss@gmail.com or sent to our Centre at 372 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1P8.

Contact:

Name: Elizabeth Aluk Andrea
Email: eandrea@women4womenmb.ca
Phone: 204-806-1814

Manitoba Women for Women of South Sudan Inc (W4W)
Website: www.women4womenmb.ca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/women4womensouthsudan/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mw4wss/

Date: Friday - September 15, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Online

Time: 7:00 PM

Description:
Dive deep into a discussion about the protection of Afghanistan's Judiciary and our collective responsibility. This webinar event will focus on understanding conflict and exploring the roles of governments and civil society in peacekeeping efforts. The event will be accessible, streamed live online via YouTube and Facebook.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian (Please CC all emails to this contact)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org

Conflict & Resilience Research Institute Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Saturday - September 16, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Online

Time: 7:00 PM

Description:
This webinar aims to illuminate the intricacies of the ongoing conflict in Sudan, diving into its historical origins, significant stakeholders, and root causes. The session also seeks to explore possible avenues towards peace, stability, and inclusive governance in Sudan, underlining the critical role of international engagement and collaboration.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian W. (Coordinating Intern)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-999-8142

Conflict & Resiliency Research Institute of Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Saturday - September 16, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Art City, 616 Broadway Avenue

Time: 7:00PM

Description:
[ART BUILD at Nuit Blanche]
Join us as we bring a message of peace to Winnipeg's annual Nuit Blanche festivities
We will make beautiful paper lanterns to light our way at Nuit Blanche. We'll supply the materials; you bring your artistic spirit. Refreshments will be served.

Location: Art City, 616 Broadway Avenue

Registration:
RSVP not required! This event is open to all!

Fee: Free

Contact:

Name: Glenn Michalchuk (Chair of Peace Alliance Winnipeg)
Email: glennmichalchuk@gmail.com

Visit Peace Alliance Winnipeg at: https://www.peacealliancewinnipeg.ca/

Date: Sunday - September 17, 2023
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: Online

Time: 8:30 PM

Description:
This webinar focuses on the pressing issues faced by the Rohingya refugees, especially the nearly half a million children trapped in camps, devoid of a promising future. Dive into an insightful discussion emphasizing the global community's role in actively assisting and prioritizing the Rohingya refugees' repatriation, ensuring their dignified and safe return to Myanmar with essential rights and access to fundamental services. The session seeks to inspire hope, discussing potential pathways and solutions leading to the Rohingya crisis's resolution. The importance of education, healthcare, and psychosocial support for Rohingya children will be highlighted, showcasing the need to empower them towards rebuilding their lives for a brighter future.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Dr. Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian W. (Coordinating Intern)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-999-8142

Conflict & Resiliency Research Institute of Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Monday - September 18, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Saint Boniface Cathedral

[Day 1/3]

Date: September 18th - 20th 2023

Time: 10:00AM - 7:00PM everyday

Description:

As the North America coordinator for The F Word: Stories of Forgiveness, Louisa Hext shares perspectives around forgiveness, reconciliation and conflict resolution and how they can be used to impact positively on people's lives. The F Word Exhibition was created by The Forgiveness Project, an organisation that uses personal stories to explore how concepts of reconciliation, conflict resolution and dialogue can be used to break cycles of violence and restore hope.

Group tours of the exhibit are available for free - please RSVP as space is filling up quickly!

Location: Saint Boniface Cathedral

Registration:
RSVP not required! This event is open to all!

Fee: Free

Contact:

Name: Louisa Hext
Email: louisa@consultantshext.com

Date: Tuesday - September 19, 2023
Time: 7:00 AM
Location: Online

Time: 7:00AM

Description:
Engage with this webinar to delve into the serious nature of war crimes in Ukraine, the hurdles faced during documentation, and the pivotal role of such documentation in ensuring accountability and justice. This session offers an opportunity to collaboratively seek ways to bolster international cooperation, augment support for victims, and emphasize the necessity of upholding human rights during conflict.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Dr. Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian W. (Coordinating Intern)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-999-8142

Conflict & Resiliency Research Institute of Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Tuesday - September 19, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Saint Boniface Cathedral

[Day 2/3]

Date: September 18th - 20th 2023

Time: 10:00AM - 7:00PM everyday

Description:

As the North America coordinator for The F Word: Stories of Forgiveness, Louisa Hext shares perspectives around forgiveness, reconciliation and conflict resolution and how they can be used to impact positively on people's lives. The F Word Exhibition was created by The Forgiveness Project, an organisation that uses personal stories to explore how concepts of reconciliation, conflict resolution and dialogue can be used to break cycles of violence and restore hope.

Group tours of the exhibit are available for free - please RSVP as space is filling up quickly!

Location: Saint Boniface Cathedral

Registration:
RSVP not required! This event is open to all!

Fee: Free

Contact:

Name: Louisa Hext
Email: louisa@consultantshext.com

Date: Tuesday - September 19, 2023
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: Online

Time: 8:30PM

Description:
Engage in a comprehensive discussion on the current landscape of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This webinar will explore and examine the intertwining dynamics of grassroots movements and politics in shaping the nation's current state and its future projections.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Dr. Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian W. (Coordinating Intern)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-999-8142

Conflict & Resiliency Research Institute of Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Wednesday - September 20, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Saint Boniface Cathedral

[Day 3/3]

Date: September 18th - 20th 2023

Time: 10:00AM - 7:00PM everyday

Description:

As the North America coordinator for The F Word: Stories of Forgiveness, Louisa Hext shares perspectives around forgiveness, reconciliation and conflict resolution and how they can be used to impact positively on people's lives. The F Word Exhibition was created by The Forgiveness Project, an organisation that uses personal stories to explore how concepts of reconciliation, conflict resolution and dialogue can be used to break cycles of violence and restore hope.

Group tours of the exhibit are available for free - please RSVP as space is filling up quickly!

Location: Saint Boniface Cathedral

Registration:
RSVP not required! This event is open to all!

Fee: Free

Contact:

Name: Louisa Hext
Email: louisa@consultantshext.com

Date: Wednesday - September 20, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Online

Time: 7:00PM

Description:
While this event is continually evolving with the situation, our goal is to delve into the current repercussions on global food security due to the Ukraine war. Special focus will be given to the disrupted grain deals influenced by Russia.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Dr. Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian W. (Coordinating Intern)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-999-8142

Conflict & Resiliency Research Institute of Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Thursday - September 21, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM

Time : 11:00AM - 12:30PM

Location : Hindu Temple, 999 St. Anne’s Road

Description:

Louisa Hext will deliver a special presentation on Forgiveness which is especially significant during the festival of Samvatsari around 21st of September. After a week of prayers, some fasting and contemplation, Jains ask forgiveness to everyone. In their daily prayers also they ask forgiveness from all life.

As the North America coordinator for The F Word: Stories of Forgiveness, Louisa Hext shares perspectives around forgiveness, reconciliation and conflict resolution and how they can be used to impact positively on people's lives. The F Word Exhibition was created by The Forgiveness Project, an organisation that uses personal stories to explore how concepts of reconciliation, conflict resolution and dialogue can be used to break cycles of violence and restore hope.

Fee: Free

Contact:

Name: Louisa Hext
Email: louisa@consultantshext.com

Date: Friday - September 22, 2023
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Online

Time: 8:30 AM

Description:

This presentation will include speakers from around the world, including the Foreign Secretary of Bangladesh, Masud Bin Momen, the High Commissioner of Bangladesh in Canada, Dr.Khalilur Rahman, & the Director of Peace & Conflict Studies from the University of Manitoba, Dr. Adam Muller. The event will be accessible, streamed live online via YouTube and Facebook.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian (Please CC all emails to this contact)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org

Conflict & Resilience Research Institute Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Friday - September 22, 2023
Time: 6:30 PM

Time: 6:30PM

Description
This webinar will keynote Izzeddin Hawamda, PhD Candidate of Peace Studies at the University of Manitoba and Founder of Gaser-Bridge. Having taught a course on conflict-resolution skills in Palestine earlier in the summer, he is looking forward to the exciting new collaboration between Canadian Mennonite University and Najah University’s course centred on examining culturally relevant conflict resolution

The course will be held for 4 days during the period between July 17th and 20th 2023, and will be lectured by Karen Reed and Izzeddin Hawamda.

Registration:
No registration or fee required. Access our webinar freely via YouTube and Facebook live streaming.

Fee: Free!

Contact:

Name: Kawser Ahmed
Email: kawser.ahmed@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-451-2541
Alternate Contact: Gehdian W. (Coordinating Intern)
Email: gehdian.wardrope@crric.org
Phone: 1-204-999-8142

Conflict & Resiliency Research Institute of Canada (CRRIC)
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CRRICCANADA/streams
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CRRICWEBINAR2021

Date: Saturday - September 23, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM

Time: 7:00PM

Description:
[WALK FOR PEACE at Nuit Blanche]
Join us as we bring a message of peace to Winnipeg's annual Nuit Blanche festivities
We will hold our Walk for Peace, going from venue to venue at Nuit Blanche, with our music, our lanterns and our messages of peace. At the end of the walk we will end up back at City Hall and listen to peace activist speakers, as the area will be dramatically backlit with our lanterns for peace!

Please join us. Bring your friends. Bring your family.

Location: Winnipeg City Hall

Registration:
RSVP not required! This event is open to all!

Fee: Free

Contact:

Name: Glenn Michalchuk (Chair of Peace Alliance Winnipeg)Email: glennmichalchuk@gmail.com

Visit Peace Alliance Winnipeg at: https://www.peacealliancewinnipeg.ca/

Date: Thursday - September 28, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Good Earth Coffeehouse Seasons, 455 Sterling Lyon Parkway, Winnipeg, MB R3P 1E9

Time: 7:00 PM

Description:

Celebrate Gender Equality Week with the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation at a special edition of Local Brews + Global Views!

On Thursday, September 28th at Good Earth Coffeehouse Seasons, hear from Deborah Northcott, co-founder of Real Humanitarian (formerly Canadian Humanitarian). Real Humanitarian, a MCIC member, is dedicated to assisting disadvantaged children, their families and their communities break free from the cycle of poverty.

Join us for an evening of Fairtrade coffee, conversation, and celebration of gender equality as Deborah shows how Real Humanitarian’s vocational training programs for women in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia are advancing gender equality, and an open discussion on the power of educating young women.

Registration: https://www.mcic.ca/get-involved/upcoming-events/event/128

Fee: Free!

Date: Friday - November 3, 2023
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Join our panelists as they discuss the path to global nuclear disarmament, the intersectionality of human rights and nuclear proliferation, and the collective role we play in shaping a nuclear-weapons free future. Entry to the CMHR is FREE after 5:00PM. The Panel Discussion begins at 6:30PM until 8:30PM. All are welcome to attend this FREE panel, please RSVP to reserve your seats.

Our speakers:

Dr. Ira Helfand - Immediate past president of the International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (1985 Nobel Peace Prize), and co-founder and past president of Physicians for Social Responsibility.

Hon. Marilou McPhedran - Independent Senator for Manitoba, human rights lawyer, professor, and activist and one of the leading parliamentarians calling for Canada to sign the TPNW.

Kazuhiro Iguchi - Teacher at the Kansai Soka High School in Osaka, Japan, and the coordinator of Learning Cluster, a global citizenship program.

Visit youthnuclearpeacesummit.org

Questions? Contact info.ynps@gmail.com

Date: Sunday - November 12, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Fort Gary United Church, 800 Point Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 3L8

Time: 2:00PM - 5:00PM

Description:

The Winnipeg Peace Builders Toastmasters and the Rotary Peace Builders are coordinating the 6th annual event for Immigrants and Refugees to network and socialize. Come and celebrate the Peace Days 365 festival 2023 with dance, music and other entertainment! It is an opportunity to connect Professionals, Immigrants and Refugees for career growth while enjoying ethnic snacks. Let us work for Peace Building by joining the event.

Registration: www.eventbrite.ca/e/be-the-change-2023-peace-days-365-festival-1-tickets-729356604237?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete

This free event was brought to you by the Winnipeg Peace Builders Toastmasters.