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KAIROS Times: May 2013
May 1, 2013
Read the May 2013 issue.
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Mining in Mexico … Through Canadian Eyes
April 25, 2013
In February 2013, KAIROS network member Janette McIntosh (who is also a Presbyterian appointment to and co-chair of our Ecumenical Circle of Collaboration on Sustainability) represented KAIROS on a delegation to mining-affected communities in Mexico. Her thoughtful reflections on this…
Post filed in: Indigenous Rights, UNDRIP Blog Updates
United Church Launches Petition to Regulate Canadian Mining Companies Overseas
April 25, 2013
As a result of decisions taken at its 41st General Council in August 2012, the United Church of Canada has launched a petition campaign to encourage “the regulation of Canadian mining companies and their practices abroad.” Please consider acting on…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Indigenous Rights, UNDRIP Blog Updates
AVIS AUX MÉDIAS: KAIROS et Femmes autochtones du Québec coparrainent un forum à la Commission de vérité et réconciliation du Québec
April 24, 2013
À l’attention des journalistes et des rédacteurs dans le domaine de la religion et des affaires autochtones et étrangères (Québec/Toronto) Pour publication immédiate 24 avril 2013 QUI : KAIROS : Initiatives œcuméniques canadiennes pour la justice et Femmes autochtones du…
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MEDIA ADVISORY: KAIROS and Quebec Native Women Co-Host Forum at Quebec Truth and Reconciliation Commission
April 24, 2013
Attention: Aboriginal Affairs, Religion and Foreign Editors and Reporters (Quebec/Toronto) For Immediate Release April 24, 2013 WHO: KAIROS: Canadian Ecumenical Justice Initiatives and Québec Native Women featuring France Robertson: Coordinator of the Joliette Native Friendship Centre Vernie Yocogan-Diano: Igorot nation,…
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KAIROS Earth Day Action to Protect Water!
April 22, 2013
Earth Day greetings from KAIROS! Today, as we honour creation, KAIROS asks you to join us in advocating with your MP for the protection of Canada’s waters, and for right relationship with Indigenous peoples. Omnibus bills C-38 and C-45 have…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Indigenous Rights, UNDRIP Blog Updates
Le nouveau BlackBerry 10 est-il net de conflits?
April 18, 2013
(Paru originellement dans Rabble.ca, le 23 février 2013) La nouvelle du lancement par Research in Motion de son tout nouveau téléphone intelligent BlackBerry 10 a parcouru le Canada à la vitesse de l’éclair. Les Canadiennes et les Canadiens sont à…
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KAIROS and Québec Native Women public forum on Women of Courage at the Quebec national event of the TRC
April 16, 2013
Women of Courage forum: Gendering reconciliation As part of the Québec National Event of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, KAIROS is honoured to co-sponsor this public forum with Québec Native Women. Here is the poster (PDF). If you are in…
Post filed in: Gender Justice/Women of Courage
KAIROS Times: March 2013
April 15, 2013
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Keystone Debate is Heating Up
April 9, 2013
While ecologists and Indigenous peoples are increasing pressure on President Obama to deny a permit to the Keystone XL pipeline, Canadian government and oil industry executives are lobbying hard for its acceptance. This bulletin updates KAIROS’ analysis of the debate…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Indigenous Rights
“Process Water” Spill at Suncor – More Bad News for Canada’s Water
March 26, 2013
On Tuesday, March 26, Suncor announced that there had been a leak of “process water” (water used in the chemical process of separating bitumen from tar sands) at its tar sands plant north of Fort McMurray. What does this mean…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Indigenous Rights, UNDRIP Blog Updates
Update on the Situation of the OFP
March 19, 2013
A few weeks ago we wrote to you with grave concerns about the safety and security of the leadership and families of the Popular Feminist Organization (OFP), our partner in Colombia. KAIROS and the OFP are grateful for your response,…
Post filed in: Gender Justice/Women of Courage, Latin America
Time to Refocus Our Approach to Climate Change: KAIROS Policy Briefing Paper No. 35
March 19, 2013
KAIROS’ newest policy briefing paper, “Time to Refocus Our Approach to Climate Change,” which highlights some of the feasible actions we can take to curb greenhouse gas emission beginning with cancelling plans for new tar sands pipelines, is now available.
Post filed in: Ecological Justice
A Journey to Justice – By Glen Davis
March 19, 2013
Theological Reflection – Sunday March 24, 2013 A Presbyterian minister, Glen Davis recently retired from the faculty of the Vancouver School of Theology where he served as Director of Presbyterian Formation. He previously spent 15 years working with the Korean…
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Shamrock, Cross and Eagle Feather – By Mardi Tindal
March 11, 2013
Theological Reflection – Sunday March 17, 2013 Mardi Tindal served as the 40th Moderator of The United Church of Canada, 2009-2012. She continues to write, speak and offer retreats for the healing of soul, community and creation (see marditindal.com). She…
Post filed in: Indigenous Rights, Spirited Reflections
Bottled Water Free Day, March 18
March 11, 2013
KAIROS, its companions and communities, and many of its member churches and organizations have long advocated for the right to clean water. Now, as a part of this commitment, we are inviting you to join in a national day of…
Post filed in: Indigenous Rights
Fig Tree and Burning Bush – By Sr. Brenda Pedddigrew, RSM
February 25, 2013
Theological Reflection – Sunday March 3, 2013 Sr. Brenda Peddigrew, RSM is a Sister of Mercy of NL. Her ministries have included teaching high school, vocation and initial formation work, pastoral counselling, and adult faith education for the Archdiocese of…
Post filed in: Spirited Reflections
Is the new BlackBerry 10 conflict free?
February 23, 2013
This article first published in ‘rabble‘ Much of Canada is abuzz with news of Research in Motion’s launch of the new BlackBerry 10 smartphone. Canadians are understandably both proud of the Waterloo-based RIM, and anxious about its future. Many Canadians…
Post filed in: Africa, Ecological Justice
Witness history unfold in funding case against the federal government
February 22, 2013
An historic case is before the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal. The First Nations Child and Family Caring Society and the Assembly of First Nations filed a human rights complaint in 2007 alleging that the federal government is racially discriminating against…
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Looking ahead through art: Giniigaaniimenaaning stained glass window for the House of Commons
February 20, 2013
In November 2012, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, unveiled a stained glass window commemorating the legacy of former Indian Residential Schools. Métis artist Christi Belcourt’s original artwork, entitled Giniigaaniimenaaning (Looking Ahead) was transformed into stained…
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A Sikh reflection on residential schools and Idle No More
February 20, 2013
The Idle No More movement has sparked many thoughtful, creative reflections from all corners of Canadian society; it has also sparked racist and even violent reactions. These make continued engagement and reflections from all peoples on Turtle Island and beyond…
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A Reflection for the Second Sunday of Lent — by Rev. Amanda Currie
February 19, 2013
Theological Reflection – Sunday February 24, 2013 The Rev. Amanda Currie is the minister at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Saskatoon, SK and the clerk of the Presbytery of Northern Saskatchewan. In 2012 she worked on the “Churches Listening to…
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KAIROS Partner Acción Ecólogica Recognized for its Ecological and Community Work
February 14, 2013
KAIROS partner Acción Ecólogica in Ecuador received the prestigious international award, Georgescu-Roegen, for its 25 years of work in defense of nature, the rights of communities and local economies. The prize was granted by the president of the Intergovernmental Panel…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Latin America
Proclaim the Year of the Lord’s Favour – a reflection by Mary Lysecki
February 12, 2013
Theological Reflection – Sunday February 17, 2013 The Reverend Mary Lysecki is the rector at St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church in Winnipeg, MB. Mary is currently a member of the national church’s Healing Response Committee; is the Anglican representative on…
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A Lenten Journey to Justice for the Earth and its People
February 7, 2013
As Lent approaches, KAIROS invites you to reflect your imprint on the earth and all who share it with us.While we have not produced a Lenten resource this year, some “vintage” KAIROS resources can, in the spirit of sustainability, be…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice
KAIROS Times: January 2013
February 5, 2013
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The Transfigured Heart – a reflection by Trudy Lebans
February 4, 2013
Theological Reflection – Sunday February 10, 2013 Trudy Lebans lives in British Columbia. She is an Anglican priest who loves the wisdom and challenge of the bible. She also thinks the church needs to move beyond boundaries of doctrine and…
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La Colombie peut maintenant acheter du Canada des armes automatiques prohibées
February 1, 2013
Le 13 décembre 2012, le gouvernement du Canada a assoupli l’interdiction de vendre à la Colombie des armes à feu automatiques et ajouté ce pays à sa Liste des pays désignés (armes automatiques) (LPDAA). Bien que le contrôle sur les…
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