Our People

CPJ is made up of over 1500 members across Canada, who support and encourage CPJ’s staff. The Board of Directors is composed of 12 elected members representing all regions of Canada. We also have volunteers who generously give of their time and join our voices together throughout the country.

Join your voice to ours today – become a member, take time to volunteer, talk to one of our staff members, or take on a leadership role as a member of the board!

Board

Membership

CPJ’s voice comes from the strength of its 1500 members. Spread across Canada, our members are a central part of our dialogue around public justice issues. Through workshops, on-line forums and campaigns, our members take action and speak as one, encouraging the federal government to adopt just policies and promote the dignity of all.

Members also receive a subscription to the Catalyst and have the chance to actively participate at our Annual General Meetings.

Become a member today!

Staff

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Internships

Volunteers

Our volunteers are the glue of CPJ. Doing research, making telephone calls and organizing workshops are just a few of the ways that our volunteers generously give of their time. Deeply committed to justice in Canada, our volunteers across the country support CPJ staff daily. Join this active and passionate group of people today – contact us at cpj@cpj.ca or 1-800-667-8046.

Experiencing CPJ as an intern: Mid-point Reflections

By Rebekah Sears | Thursday, February 4th, 2010 - 3:51PM
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As I approach the half-way point in my internship with CPJ I would like to reflect on the last five months. The activities in which I have been involved have been very helpful in terms of my own personal and professional development, and many have been helpful in promoting CPJ’s work in a variety of areas. Most of my work can be divided into the following categories: office collaboration, research, website content and connections. Read more »

Happy or Rich? Alternatives to the dominant growth model

By Karri Munn-Venn | Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

In his 1998 address to CPJ’s Annual Membership Meeting, former Director of Public Affairs Gerald Vandezande spoke about the tremendous shortcomings of the current market system in a way that would resonate with many in the social development community around the world.

Fast-forward 10 years to February 2008 when French President Nicholas Sarkozy raised his concerns about – as he put it – “the limits of GDP as an indicator of economic performance and social progress.” Sarkozy’s musings prompted the creation of “The Commission on the Measurement of Economic Performance and Social Progress,” chaired by renowned economist Joseph E. Stiglitz. Read more »

Board of Directors

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009

CPJ has a 12-member board of directors representing all regions of Canada. They can sit a maximum of two three-year terms. Read more »

Life as a CPJ policy intern

By Trixie Ling | Monday, August 18th, 2008

Looking back at my year at CPJ, it is amazing to reflect on the many things I have done and learned and the friendships I have made during this time. My internship experience has helped me to better understand complex social and economic issues and to frame these issues through a public justice lens. As CPJ’s first policy intern, I worked with a great new group of young and enthusiastic staff who are passionate about integrating faith and public life. I will walk away from this wonderful unique policy experience with the tools I need to pursue further education and continue working for justice in the area of policy and advocacy. Read more »

Welcome, Joe!

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008

CPJ members, board and staff are delighted to welcome our new executive director, Joe Gunn, to the CPJ team. Joe comes to CPJ with much experience in advocating for justice in Canada and internationally. Join us in extending a warm welcome to him! Read more »

CPJ Board announces new Executive Director

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

The Board of Directors of Citizens for Public Justice is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Executive Director, Joe Gunn. “We are very excited about Joe’s vision for CPJ,” said Janet Wesselius, board chair. “His extensive knowledge of Canadian justice issues will complement the in-depth research CPJ has already done.” Read more »