Our History

CPJ has a long history of speaking out for public justice across Canada. From the early beginnings in the 1960s, to regional offices in the 1980s, to our move to our nation’s capital in 2007, CPJ has been an active voice in Canadian public affairs.

Our history includes many people of different backgrounds coming together to speak with one voice. Explore our history below – and join us as we move forward in the next chapter of CPJ.

Honourary doctorate for Gerald Vandezande

Wednesday, July 5th, 2006

On October 20, the Institute for Christian Studies will award retired CPJ staff Gerald Vandezande an honourary Doctor of Letters. Read more »

CPJ's song: Let Justice Flow

Thursday, May 4th, 2006

Listen to the song online. Sheet music is available for purchase. Read more »

CPJ: a rose by any other name

Monday, January 9th, 2006

Over nearly half a century, the work of CPJ has been publicly known under different names and carried out through a variety of organizational and corporate structures. Read more »

Mission

Wednesday, August 31st, 2005

Citizens for Public Justice (CPJ) promotes public justice in Canada by shaping key public policy debates through research and analysis, publishing and public dialogue. CPJ encourages citizens, leaders in society and governments to support policies and practices which reflect God’s call for love, justice and stewardship. Read more »

40th Anniversary Celebrations

Sunday, October 31st, 2004

During 2003 and 2004 Citizens for Public Justice and the Public Justice Resource Centre celebrated their 40th Anniversary in Halifax, Ottawa, Toronto, London, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver. Read more »

In Diversity with Faith, Coming Together for Justice

By Harry Kits | Thursday, October 21st, 2004

Harry J. Kits, Executive Director, CPJ and PJRC. Read more »

Poem: Dance to the Music of Prophets Mending the World

By Linda Siebenga | Tuesday, October 19th, 2004

Dance to the Music of Prophets Mending the World by Linda Siebenga, Blackfalds, Alberta. Read more »

Artwork: We Live As One To Love As One

By Matth Cupido | Monday, October 18th, 2004

Artwork for the 40th Anniversary of Citizens for Public Justice and the Public Justice Resource Centre by Matth Cupido, artist living in Canning, Nova Scotia Read more »