An Opportunity to Spark Growth and Economic Transformation in Africa
As geopolitics shifts and global trade tensions rise, Canada’s G7 Presidency is a unique opportunity for Canada to make its mark on the global stage, deliver a boost to the global economy and revive international cooperation. The current international financial architecture holds back Global South countries, especially those on the African continent, who are walking a financial tightrope, with cuts to foreign aid, more expensive debt, lack of access to...
ONE
What we do
We’re a non-profit organization with a 20-year history of fighting for a more just world.
We focus on advocacy, meaning we drive attention and public support to policies that create healthier lives and economic opportunities in Africa. We’re not a charity or grantmaking organization, and we don’t provide direct aid to implementing programs on the ground. We raise awareness around some of the biggest global challenges around inequity and instability and make a data-driven case for change.
We are strictly nonpartisan and...
If you’ve been following the polls in this election campaign, you know they’ve been anything but stable. One week, the Liberals are surging. The next, the Conservatives regain ground. So how should we make sense of it all?
After spending time in Canada this year, I’ve come to appreciate just how unpredictable Canadian politics can be. Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation earlier this year signaled a turning point. With Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives leading the polls for months, a change...
It is election season in our beautiful country. Whatever your political leaning, this is a great time to step up and get more involved!If you support a specific candidate, get involved in their campaign, build connections and relationships. If they win, it will help when you push the Government of Canada to invest in economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa.If you want to stay non-partisan and discreet, you can still step up in other ways! Let's take a...
The International Development Association (IDA) is the World Bank’s key mechanism for supporting the world’s poorest countries. By providing low-interest loans and grants, IDA helps to improve health, education, infrastructure, and resilience against global challenges like climate change. It’s a partnership that empowers countries to lead their own development, promoting growth and reducing poverty.
As IDA prepares for its next replenishment meeting in December, Canada has a crucial role to play. Investing in IDA isn’t just about helping others—it’s about...
Africa is bursting with potential. It’s home to the world’s youngest and fastest-growing population, with energy and ambition that could reshape the global economy. By 2030, Africa’s combined GDP is expected to soar past $3 trillion, creating incredible opportunities for trade, innovation, and investment.
For Canada, this is the moment to act. The African market is ready for bold partnerships that drive mutual growth. Whether it’s in clean technology, financial systems, or infrastructure, Canada can bring expertise to the table...
On October 3rd, ONE Canada partnered with Afrifursa, the Black Founders Network, and Grand Challenges Canada to an inspiring VIP reception at the University of Toronto's Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. This special gathering was part of Afrifursa’s Afri Tech Summit and brought together over 115 tech entrepreneurs, visionaries, and changemakers passionate about shaping the future of innovation in Africa.
The energy in the room was palpable as the event kicked off with a dynamic panel discussion, moderated by Elise Legault,...
This summer, supporters of ONE, Results, Grandmothers' Advocacy Network, and more are encouraging their political representatives to sign an Open Letter to the Prime Minister.
The letter calls on Canada to pursue global policies built on development and prosperity.
Specifically, these Canadians are pushing for an ambitious Canada Africa Strategy, and fair share pledges to GAVI and the International Development Association. The text of the Open Letter can be found below:
Right Honourable Justin TrudeauPrime Minister of CanadaOffice of the Prime Minister80...
In a time when all we hear about is “unprecedented” challenges - the World Bank, unfortunately continues to operate in the most predictable and “precedented” way. Last week the world’s biggest financial stakeholders had an opportunity to fundamentally reform the operations of the Bank to unlock the callable capital needed in order to address the significant development challenges facing the world today – we saw some baby steps, but what we needed were giant leaps. Reforming the way Multilateral...
Today is World Health Day. A day to bring worldwide attention to the importance of global health and to reflect on 75 years of global health cooperation with the World Health Organization. Today is an opportunity to recognize what we still need to achieve to improve global health and to get one step close to better health for all.
Around the world deaths from preventable causes continue to be among the leading reason of death, as of 2022 the WHO...