| "Uprising in Enclavia" International Humanitarian Law Workshop |
| Date: |
April 4, 1998 9:00 am-2:00 pm |
| Organization: |
Canadian Red Cross, National Office |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa |
| Event location: |
Canadian Red Cross, National Office
1800 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa |
| Brief Description: A workshop on the principles of International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
embodied in the Geneva Conventions which attempt to bring humanity into inhumanity and peace to the chaos of war. |
| Contact Person: |
Stephen Walsh |
Telephone No. |
(613) 560-7440 |
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| The registration fee is $25.00. The registration form and fee must be returned to us no later than March 23rd. |
For further information,
contact:
Stephen Walsh
IHL Workshop
The Canadian Red Cross
85 Plymouth Street
Ottawa, ON K1S 3E2
Fax: (613) 567-6987
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| Forum on safe motherhood on World Health Day |
| Date: |
April 7th10:30 am to noon |
| Organizations: |
Candian Society for International Health, PAn American Health Organization and
The Canadian International Development Agency |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa, ON |
| Event location: |
Room 237C, Centre Block
Houses of Parliament, Ottawa |
| Brief Description:
This a forum on safe motherhood held to mark World Health Day.
There will be three members in the panel who are; Dr.Rebecca Cook, specialist in
international protection of human rights and in health law and ethics, University of Toronto,
Dr.Sharon Fonn, medical specialist in community health and Deputy Director of
Women's Health Project in South Africa and The Hon. Monique Bégin (Professor Emeritus, University
of Ottawa and former federal Minister of Health. |
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(613)241-5785 ext.326 |
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Further information:
If you want to attend, please leave a message giving
your name at (613) 241-5785 ext.326
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| Luncheon to commemorate the 50th Anniversary |
| Date: |
April 17th1998 |
| Organization: |
The Centre for Research-Action on Race-Relations and
The Montréal Region Office of the CHRC |
| Based out of: |
Montréal |
| Event location: |
Montréal |
| Brief Description:
This is a luncheon to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the
UDHR and the 20th Anniversary of the Canadian Human Rights Commission.
Michelle Falardeau-Ramsay, CHRC Commissioner is the guest speaker. |
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For further information,
contact:
The Montreal Region Office of the
Canadian Human Rights Commission
470-1253 McGill
College Avenue
Montreal, H3B 2Y5
Tel: (514)283-5084
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| “Food security and Rural Well-being: Encouraging an Appropriate Commitment by Canada to the Plan of Action Approved at the World Food Summit” |
| Date: |
April 17th12:00 to 2:00 pm |
| Organization: |
Society for International Development (SID) |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa, ON |
| Event location: |
International Development Research Centre
14thFloor Auditorium
250 Albert Street, Ottawa |
| Brief Description:
The SID invites you to a lunchtime discussion on food security and rural well-being, and the role of Canada in relation to the Plan of Action approved at the World Food Summit. There will be three speakers who are; Bruce Moore, Executive Director of Partners in Rural Development, Ian MacGillivary from CIDA’s policy branch and Priyantha Wijeweera, Food Security Specialist at United Nations Association in Canada. |
| Contact Person: |
J.Brian Scott |
Telephone No. |
(613) 596-2105 |
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For further information,
contact:
Society for International Development
P.O Box 955, Station B
Ottawa, ON K1P 5R1
Tel: (613) 596-2105
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| Public forum: "Extending Canada's Humanitarian and Human Rights
Obligations" |
| Date: |
April 18that 1:00 pm |
| Organization: |
New Brunswick Human Rights Commission |
| Based out of: |
Fredricton, NB |
| Event location: |
Fredricton Public Library, Assembly Room
Fredricton, NB |
| Brief Description:
This public forum is held to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the
UNDHR and the theme is: What role should Canada play in a permanent International Criminal
court and the American Convention on Human Rights? |
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(506)453-2301 |
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For further information,
contact:
New Brunswick Human Rights Commission
P.O Box 6000
Fredricton, NB E3B 5H1
Tel: (506)453-2301
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| Celebration of the National Volonteer Week |
| Date: |
April 20, 1998 7:30 am-9:00 pam |
| Organization: |
Volunteer Centre of Ottawa-Carleton |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa |
| Event location: |
Regional Headquaters (corner of Elgin and Lisgar Street),Ottawa |
| Brief Description:This is a celebration
of the National Volonteer Week. You will be able to enjoy a delicious continental breakfast and then
hear the official greetings from Regional Chair Bob Chiarelli, before following
our Town Crier, Daniel Richer out to Festival Plaza. There will then be formed a circle of
Caring (a photo taken)and we will meet the media. |
| Contact Person: |
Chris Jarvis |
Telephone No. |
(613)789-4876 |
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For further information,
contact:
Chris Jarvis
Volunteer Centre of Ottawa-Carleton
Fax: (613) 789-3691
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| Breakfast presentation "Who chooses the world news and on what basis?" |
| Date: |
April 20, 8:00 am-9:30 pam |
| Organization: |
UN Association in Canada- National Capital Regional Branch in association with the National Press Club |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa, ON |
| Event location: |
National Press Club
150 Wellington, Second Floor |
| Brief Description: The presentations will be held by Clyde Sanger, Canada correspondent for The Economist and Graham Parley, Senior Editor of National Affairs, Southam News and Ottawa Citizen. The event is open to all, but reservation must be made by April 30 and the cost is $10.00. |
| Contact Person: |
Victor Molina |
Telephone No. |
(613)724-5827 |
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For further information,
contact:
Victor Molina at (613) 724-5827
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| Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of
the Ottawa Baha'i Community |
| Date: |
April 21 5 pm to 7 pm |
| Organization: |
The Baha'i Community |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa, ON |
| Event location: |
Rotunda Room, City Hall, 111 Sussex Drive, Ottawa |
| Brief Description:
This event is to celebrate the anniversary of the Ottawa
Local Spiritual Assembly. Ingrid Hauck will hold a welcome speech, and then there
will be a short unity prayer. This will be followed by a speech by Susanne Tamas and
greetings from a First Nations representative, a United Nations representative
and from Mayor Watson. There will also be music and a closing prayer.
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Telephone No. |
(613) 726-9170 |
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| World Day of Fasting for the People of North Korea |
| Date: |
April 24-25 |
| Organization: |
NY Coalition for a World Day of Fasting for the People of North Korea |
| Based out of: |
New York, USA |
| Event location: |
In 70 cities around the world |
Brief Description:
This event is to draw attention to the precarious situation of the people in North Korea. The country has had two major floodings and a severe drought over the past two years leading to a severe famine which according to World Vision has already cost the lives of over two million people. The only way to prevent one of the worst tragedies of this century is for the outside world to put pressure on the North Korean government and to help the North Koreans survive this famine. Even the Pope John Paul II and the Dalai Lama have expressed their support for the day of fast. The coalition is asking people to help the children and people of North Korea by:
- observing a long-day fast on the 24 of April, donate the cost of the day’s meals to a relief agency, organize a candle light vigil, rally etc, wearing a knotted green ribbon, urging the government to provide more humanitarian assistance.
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| Contact Person: |
Ms Vicky Otten, National Coordinator |
Telephone No. |
+1 (202) 244-0493 |
| Web site: |
www.kasm.org |
E-mail: |
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For further information:
Korean American Peace Institute
P.O Box 441
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
Tel: (201) 440-6975 or Fax: (201) 229-0072
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| “If agricultural and rural development is so important -- why isn’t it happening?” |
| Date: |
Monday, April 27th
12:00-1:30 pm |
| Organizations: |
CIDA /IDRC |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa |
| Event location: |
Room 870, 200, Promenade du Portage, Hull |
Brief
Description: Dr. Ismail Serageldin, VP,Special Programs, World Bank
and Dr. Alexander F. McCalla, Director,Rural Development, World Bank
Join us for a dynamic discussion with internationally renowned professionals. Bring your lunch! |
| Contact Person: |
CIDA |
Telephone No. |
(819) 953-9183 |
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| “Research issues and priorities for rural development and sustainable agriculture” |
| Date: |
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| Organizations: |
CIDA / IDRC |
| Based out of: |
Ottawa |
| Event location: |
250, Albert St. Ottawa, room 502 |
Brief
Description: Dr. Ismail Serageldin, VP,Special Programs, World Bank
and Dr. Alexander F. McCalla, Director, Rural Development, World Bank
Join us for a dynamic discussion with internationally renowned professionals. Bring your lunch! |
| Contact Person: |
IDRC |
Telephone No. |
(613) 236-6163 |
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