The first report in CPJ's Poverty Trends Scorecard initiative, released in October 2012, examines the impact of poverty on people across Canada. Read more »
By Brad Wassink | Friday, October 5th, 2012 - 10:36AM
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‘Glass Half Full’ celebrates the successes and progress we’ve seen recently on issues of poverty and the environment in Canada.
Income inequality motion passed - Premiers discuss poverty - Saskatoon child poverty plan - Carbon pricing encouraged - Climate change campaign - Hunger fast on the Hill - Clean energy funding - Asbestos - Transparency on the oil & gas industry. Read more »
By Simon Lewchuk | Wednesday, October 3rd, 2012 - 11:49AM
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October 17 is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. CPJ and our partners on Dignity for All: the campaign for a poverty-free Canada will be organizing events in Ottawa to raise awareness about poverty in Canada, emphasize the positive role the federal government has to play in bringing about change, and asking parliamentarians to identify how they can work together to make a difference. Read more »
This is the fourth feature in a series highlighting CPJ’s recommendations for the 2013 federal budget in Promoting the Common Good. This week we focus on how Canada should address inequality in order to achieve equitable, sustainable progress. Read more »
Poverty. Climate Change. Food. These are only a few of the critical issues facing our society today. Research a key public issue in Canada and then, using your knowledge and creativity, share your thoughts in a three-minute video. Enter our video contest today! 1st place gets a Sony Bloggie Live™ HD Camera! Read more »
By Brad Wassink | Friday, September 21st, 2012 - 12:39PM
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As the House resumes this fall, it’s a good time to look ahead to see how key issues related to poverty and the environment will be debated on Parliament Hill. The graphic above highlights just some of the specific items that CPJ will be following in the coming months. In addition, CPJ and the Dignity for All campaign will be hosting events on the Hill on October 17th to highlight the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty and encourage coordinated action. Read more »
This is the third feature in a series highlighting CPJ’s recommendations for the 2013 federal budget in Promoting the Common Good. Last week we focused on the need for government action to encourage the creation of high-quality jobs. This week we turn to the measures we believe should be implemented to help the country address the challenges associated with Canada’s aging population and possible skills shortages. Read more »
This is the second feature in a series of highlighting CPJ’s recommendations for the 2013 federal budget in Promoting the Common Good. Last week we explored the need for an economic recovery that includes all Canadians. This week, we discuss the need for government action to encourage the creation of high-quality jobs. Read more »
August is quickly coming to an end and with that my journey as this year’s CPJ public justice intern. Just before this train rolls to a stop, I’ll take a moment to uphold an annual CPJ custom by offering some reflections on the year in my version of the solemnly titled “intern’s final web feature.” Read more »
October 17 is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. CPJ and our partners on 
This is the fourth feature in a series highlighting CPJ’s recommendations for the 2013 federal budget in Promoting the Common Good. This week we focus on how Canada should address inequality in order to achieve equitable, sustainable progress. 
As the House resumes this fall, it’s a good time to look ahead to see how key issues related to poverty and the environment will be debated on Parliament Hill. The graphic above highlights just some of the specific items that CPJ will be following in the coming months. In addition, CPJ and the Dignity for All campaign will be hosting events on the Hill on October 17th to highlight the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty and encourage coordinated action. 
This is the third feature in a series highlighting CPJ’s recommendations for the 2013 federal budget in 
This is the second feature in a series of highlighting CPJ’s recommendations for the 2013 federal budget in 
August is quickly coming to an end and with that my journey as this year’s CPJ public justice intern. Just before this train rolls to a stop, I’ll take a moment to uphold an annual CPJ custom by offering some reflections on the year in my version of the solemnly titled “intern’s final web feature.” 
