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The North Direction — wolf teachings, wisdom and the sacredness of cedar
June 29, 2026
The final direction of the Medicine Wheel, we turn to the North — a place of wisdom, reflection, gratitude and the teachings that come from a life well lived. The North is often associated with winter, Elders, knowledge, experience and…
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The West Direction — bear teachings, reflection and the sacredness of sage
June 22, 2026
As we continue around the Medicine Wheel, we now move into the West Direction, a place of introspection, healing, endings, transformation and the deep inward journey. The West is connected to adulthood, autumn and the emotional and physical challenges that…
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KAIROS joins CNCA in denouncing the elimination of the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE).
June 19, 2026
KAIROS joins other members of the Canadian Network for Corporate Accountability (CNCA) in denouncing the elimination of the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE). KAIROS members, networks, and partners have been demanding corporate accountability for decades. We advocated for an…
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Walking the circle together: The Medicine Wheel, Indigenous wisdom and our shared responsibility
June 1, 2026
June is Indigenous History Month, a time to honour the histories, cultures, teachings, resilience and ongoing contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Turtle Island. It is also a time for reflection. Reflection on truth, relationship, responsibility and…
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Canada must act with moral leadership and courage on Gaza
November 3, 2025
Temporary pauses in violence in Gaza have not protected civilians, restored safety or upheld international humanitarian law. This is not a ceasefire, even in name, when the assault against the Palestinian people continues and hundreds of Palestinian civilians, including women and children, are killed. The International Court of Justice has issued binding measures, and…
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September 30: Honouring truth, carrying memory, walking together
September 30, 2025
On September 30, we pause as a country — not to celebrate, but to remember. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day are not symbolic gestures. They are living commitments. They are reminders etched in memory,…
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A Grateful Farewell Message from the Steering Committee
May 30, 2025
This month marks the conclusion of Leah Reesor-Keller’s term of service with KAIROS as the Transitional Executive Director. Leah first joined KAIROS in September 2023 as the interim Executive Director and then took on an extended mandate as Transitional Executive…
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Remembering our Stolen Sisters, May 5
May 1, 2024
Time passes. Each second, tick, tick, tick. Time, a system of existence from the past, through the present and into the future. I will understand if you never forgive me. Forgive me for not being able to find you. One…
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New option! Donate by e-Transfer
September 21, 2023
Along with cheque and credit card, it is now possible to donate to KAIROS by e-Transfer. E-TRANSFER PROCESS In the recipient field, enter Isabel Grigueli, KAIROS Finance Coordinator:Finance-Kairos@kairoscanada.orgIn the space provided for a personal message: Add the donor’s name and mailing address for the tax receipt Donations will be dedicated to the…
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Read all about it! Women Peace and Security at a Glance report for Year Five
August 24, 2023
English Français Español Progress report! Take a glance at KAIROS Women, Peace and Security Year 5 successes! More women impacted by conflict have benefited from psychosocial, human rights and legal support and are actively engaged in peacebuilding processes. More men…
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Voices of Resistance: A celebration of Black History and Imagining Futures
February 16, 2023
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