Few politicians are talking about Canada’s disability benefit: advocates want to change that

Why It Matters

About eight million Canadians live with a disability, and yet accessibility has barely blipped on the radar during the federal election campaign. Advocates are fighting to change that.

New Rapid Response Network to strengthen non-profit contribution to federal policy

Why It Matters

Non-profits have historically been excluded from critical policy discussions, even when they have sector-wide implications. Better coordination could change that.

Ghana's Lake Bosomtwe farmers fight pests and lake loss with science and tradition

Why It Matters

The challenges farmers face at Lake Bosomtwe, from pests to lake loss, exemplify global environmental crises. Their integrated approach to solutions offers crucial lessons for other regions facing similar pressures, emphasizing community-led action.

Report from the ground: How U.S.A.I.D. cuts are crippling Yemen’s healthcare system

Why It Matters

The Trump administration has slashed funding for their global aid programs by more than 90 per cent. While that is being fought in American courts, the uncertainty surrounding funding has prompted programs to pause and supply lines to dry up. On the ground, this is what it means for those fleeing war and persecution in Yemen.