ANNOUNCING THE 2026 SRHR GRANT RECIPIENTS EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES
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World Humanitarian Day: Why humanitarian action matters when people are forced to flee
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Summer 2026: Compounding Climate Disasters
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Why Rich Polluters Should Pay for the Climate Crisis
Canadians are paying more—and getting less. Wildfires are forcing families from their homes. Heatwaves are becoming…
It’s Time to End All Israeli Hostilities in Lebanon
Photo Credit: Christian Harb Despite a ceasefire being in place since early March, the Israeli military…
Aid must change. Here’s who should tell us how.
Hamida and Samina Begum measure out rice at food bank–supported by Oxfam partner SKS–in a flood-prone…
Make Rich Polluters Pay
While people around the world are wondering whether they have cooking gas tomorrow and are feeling…
Myths about Tax Freedom Day – Debunked!
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When Water Returns, Communities Begin to Recover
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Ebola Outbreak 2026: What you need to know
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Haiti Earthquake – 5 years on reconstruction and challenges remain
Five years ago on 12 January, a powerful earthquake struck Haiti. Thanks to the incredible outpouring of support from the public and governments around the word, Oxfam helped more than half a million survivors with support that included clean water and sanitation services, shelter, and income-generating opportunities.
Growing Global Concern over Poverty and Homelessness
A GlobeScan poll, released today, shows increases in perceived seriousness of poverty and homelessness. The GlobeScan poll of 24,000 citizens across 24 countries, including Canada, shows the abiding strength of people’s concerns about poverty and their perceptions of economic unfairness.
Arms Trade Treaty enters into force, Canada yet to sign
Arms Trade Treaty enters into force offering fresh hope for the protection of civilians in 2015 – Unfortunately, Canada has yet to sign. Campaigners hailed a “huge victory” as after more than a decade of campaigning, the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) today becomes international law at last. Oxfam has worked with the Control Arms coalition to make this treaty a reality. Unfortunately, Canada has yet to sign or ratify even though Canada voted in favour of the treaty in April last year.
Ten years On – The Indian Ocean Tsunami Response
Ten years on, the Indian Ocean Tsunami response reveals how people in crises can be helped by timely funding, says Oxfam The unprecedented generosity to help people hit by the Indian Ocean Tsunami of 2004 saved lives and gave affected people the means to make a genuine long-term recovery, says international aid agency Oxfam. A…