Migrant Justice
The leadership gap before us is not only political. It is moral.
April 20, 2026
Across Easter, Ramadan and Passover this year, faith leaders offered a clear, collective diagnosis: leadership has been hollowed out by performance, power and spectacle and must be reclaimed through care, truth and moral courage. Leadership, as they named it, is…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Executive Director, Gender Justice, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights, Migrant Justice
Bill C-12 passes: Solidarity and dignity for migrant communities
March 31, 2026
Despite calls from migrant workers, refugees and civil society to amend Bill C-12, the bill passed third reading in the Senate on March 12. The passing of this contentious bill marks a heavy and uncertain moment for many across our…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice
Rooted in 25 years of justice. Rising to what comes next.
March 30, 2026
Dear friends, This Easter, we are holding two truths at once: the weight of a world under strain and the possibility of transformation. As KAIROS marks 25 years, we are stepping into a new chapter with greater clarity and focus. The…
Post filed in: Executive Director, Gender Justice, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights, Migrant Justice
Bill C-12 will harm newcomers and leave structural challenges unresolved
March 6, 2026
Take action by sending a letter to your Senator Take action by sending a letter to your Senator Bill C-12 is currently under review in the Senate at a moment of heightened public debate about immigration in Canada. In recent years, some…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice
Migrant women sustain Canada. It’s time for rights and status
March 3, 2026
An International Women’s Day reflection International Women’s Day is often a celebration. We honour progress, spotlight leadership and applaud women breaking barriers. But movements for gender justice also demand truth. They ask us to look beyond the women who are…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Migrant Justice
Learn How Your Christmas Gift to KAIROS is Helping Move Justice Forward
December 19, 2025
When you make a Christmas gift to KAIROS, you strengthen a movement for human rights and ecological justice, one rooted in relationship, courage and collective action. Your support fuels every part of our work: from advancing truth and reconciliation on Turtle Island through…
Post filed in: Calls To Action, Ecological Justice, Gender Justice, Human Rights, Migrant Justice
Let’s choose solidarity this International Migrants Day
December 18, 2025
December 18, International Migrants Day, is often marked with statements of appreciation and calls to “celebrate diversity.” And yet, across Canada and around the world, political decisions are being made that actively undermine migrant workers’ rights. In Canada, the continued…
Post filed in: Migrant Justice
KAIROS responds to Budget 2025
November 6, 2025
Security for whom? Federal Budget 2025 prioritizes economic growth, militarization and border security over justice, equity, reconciliation, sustainability and peacebuilding The federal government finally tabled its long-awaited Budget 2025 on November 4. In our pre-budget submissions to Finance Canada and…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Gender Justice, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights, Migrant Justice, Statements
D’s journey: A promise betrayed, a voice for change
October 17, 2025
Part of the “Migrant voices: truth and transformation” Docuseries D* left her home in South Asia, carrying more than her suitcase. She carried hope. An experienced manager and community leader, D aspired to skillfully contribute to a country that promised…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice
From Christie Pits to Draw the Line: migrant justice in action
October 1, 2025
Over the past two weekends, I stood with community members at two powerful rallies – both deeply connected in their call for justice, dignity and belonging. As someone working in migrant justice, these moments remind me of why we do…
Post filed in: Migrant Justice
Against trafficking, for dignity: what justice looks like on July 30 and every day
August 6, 2025
July 30 is the International Day Against Trafficking in Persons. We are called to remember the millions of people exploited through forced labour, sexual violence and coercion and to take bold and urgent action to address human trafficking, which is…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice
Changes to immigration a step backwards for human rights in Canada
November 6, 2024
The federal government’s recent announcement to cut immigration will do nothing to improve the rights and wellbeing of migrant workers in Canada. This announcement is based on fears that newcomers are exacerbating the housing and affordability crisis without a deeper…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice
A big win and possible win for migrant workers
June 4, 2024
KAIROS celebrates Canada’s announcement that it will offer permanent residency to migrant caregivers upon arrival in Canada, while holding its breath in anticipation of an announcement of a regularization program for people who are undocumented. Permanant residency for migrant caregivers…
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KAIROS reviews Budget 2024
April 23, 2024
While the federal government offered some good news in Budget 2024, which it announced on April 16, it also presented disappointments for KAIROS’ program areas. We are told that Budget 2024 is an attempted balancing act of spending increases…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Gender Justice, Gender Justice/Women of Courage, Indigenous Rights, Migrant Justice
KAIROS urges Canada to regularize the undocumented and end indentured labour
April 3, 2024
Once again, KAIROS is calling on Canada to regularize the undocumented and end indentured labour and slavery in Canada by closing the Temporary Foreign Worker Program as soon as possible. On March 26, Leah Reesor-Keller, KAIROS’ Transitional Executive Director sent a…
Post filed in: Migrant Justice
KAIROS’ Calls to Action 2024
January 31, 2024
We regard this time with increasing alarm. Canada and the world are grappling with the pandemic’s aftermath, horrific wars, the erosion of democracy and rise in global temperatures and its catastrophic impacts. Our global partners continue to report increases in…
Post filed in: Calls To Action, Corporate Accountability, Ecological Justice, Gender Justice, Indigenous Rights, Migrant Justice
Navigating the compassion crossroads: a reflection on the Canadian Council for Refugees’ Fall 2023 Consultation
December 21, 2023
In a world marked by shifting geopolitical landscapes and humanitarian challenges, Canada stands as a beacon of hope for those seeking refuge and a better life. This message struck me when I attended the Canadian Council for Refugees’ Fall 2023…
Post filed in: Migrant Justice
Join the movement to end abuses against migrants. Join the rally September 17
September 5, 2023
Migrants and their allies are mobilizing once again on September 17. The message we will deliver to the Canadian government is loud and clear – Regularize Everyone: It’s time. Join the Migrant Rights Network on September 17 for a massive…
Post filed in: Migrant Justice
In solidarity with asylum seekers and frontline churches and organizations
July 31, 2023
KAIROS Canada stands in solidarity with asylum seekers who have been forced to live on the streets of Toronto, and with the churches and frontline organizations that are assisting them. We call on all levels of government to respond appropriately…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice, Social Justice, Statements
KAIROS unpacks Budget 2023
April 5, 2023
Budget 2023 was delivered at a time of high inflation and national debt – and a challenge from Canada’s largest trading partner to step up investment in clean energy. It was no surprise then that the budget, announced on March…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Gender Justice, Indigenous Rights, Migrant Justice
KAIROS Wish List 2023
February 1, 2023
KAIROS 2023 WISH LIST As we emerge from a year of mounting crises, we are encouraged by the growing calls to center the leadership of Indigenous peoples, women, and youth in decisions related to transitioning to a just and sustainable…
Post filed in: Calls To Action, Corporate Accountability, Ecological Justice, Gender Justice/Women of Courage, Indigenous Rights, Migrant Justice
