We went to Calgary during Stampede week. No, not for the rodeo. (Although we definitely donned some cowboy hats, you can check out the evidence below.)
For ten days every July, the Calgary landscape transforms into a place where politicians, faith leaders, business executives, and nonprofits are shoulder to shoulder at the same breakfasts and receptions. It's more than just a moment to see and be seen, it's a time to coalesce on shared priorities. Here is what happened:
Opening new doors
We spent the week moving between political events, faith gatherings, and sector mixers, connecting with a wide...
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Three years into a forgotten war, a seven-day journey through Port Sudan and Khartoum bearing witness to destruction, and to an extraordinary resilience.
In early April, the ONE North America team traveled to Sudan alongside six journalists. Three years into a war that is largely absent from international headlines, the trip was never only about bearing witness to tragedy. It was about telling the story of a people who refuse to stop hoping. Here is what we saw.
Day 1: Arrival in Port Sudan
Port Sudan International Airport
Landing from Addis Ababa, it is immediately clear that...
Last week, like every week, about 4000 young women were newly infected with HIV. Behind that number is a classroom where a girl dreams of becoming a nurse, a clinic where a young woman waits for care, a family hoping their daughter has a chance at living a healthier life and having a prosperous future.
And yet, there is hope we have not seen before. We now have tools and treatments that can change this trajectory. Tools designed to meet...
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...
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,...