Canada’s International Development Agency Is No Longer; Maybe That’s Not Such A Bad Thing Penelope Chester March 26, 2013 Canada's federal government announced that the Canadian International Aid Agency was to be dismantled in its current form and integrated into the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. What this means for global development
Canadian Lawmakers Defeat Bill To Provide Generic Drugs To Developing World Penelope Chester November 30, 2012 Canadian lawmakers defeated a bill that would have made it easier for generic drug makers to produce and sell to developing countries. What gives?
Canadian Government To Match Donations For Sahel Relief Penelope Chester August 9, 2012 Nearly 19 million people are threatened by a food crisis in the Sahel region, but only about 50% of the consolidated fundraising appeal has been fulfilled. Canada steps up with a donation matching commitment and an initial $10 million boost to help support humanitarian efforts in the region.
Understanding the Montreal Protests Penelope Chester May 25, 2012 Canadians are taking to the streets of Quebec to protest a harsh government clampdown on free speech and free assembly, prompted by a student strike against university fee increases. What you need to know about the Montreal protests.