World Vision Canada: News Feed

Women and Microfinance

Learn how World Vision’s microfinance program is helping women provide for their families.

Live Chat: In the Midst of Chaos

Join a one-hour conversation with photographer Ashley Clements on March 18.

Audio: Ask the President

Ever wondered how sponsorship benefits children? Listen as Dave Toycen answers.

How to Buy Ethical Bling

Three tips to take to the jewellery store when buying that special gift.

Gallery: Cholera Clinic

See how World Vision medical professionals take action in the face of a cholera outbreak.

Video: The Conversation

Forty-four years ago, Dora Cornu sponsored an Indonesian boy. Now at the age of 90, she hears his voice for the first time.

Eyewitness in Gaza

On the phone from Gaza, World Vision’s Stephen Matthews discusses recovery work in the region.

Cutting Back to More Meaning

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:57:00 EST

Christmas isn’t just about a sleigh full of gifts—learn how you can cut back and still enjoy the season.

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December News Quiz

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:57:00 EST

Baseball, cholera and Clinton—test your knowledge of last month’s headlines.

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Despair In The Congo

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:40:00 EST

Learn how World Vision is working in a brutal civil war.

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5 Fun Sites for Kids

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:40:00 EST

Introduce your kids to world issues with these great educational websites.

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Thanksgiving Reflections

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:48:00 EST

Faith, family and a touch of potato glue mingle at Thanksgiving for columnist Karen Stiller.

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Monthly News Quiz

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:21:00 EST

From New York to Vietnam—test your knowledge of current events with World Vision’s global news quiz.

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Hijacked in the Line of Duty

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:14:00 EST

Read the incredible first-person account of a World Vision worker who found himself aboard a hijacked airplane in Sudan.

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Toronto Star Publishes World Vision Op-Ed

Mon, 29 Sept 2008 11:20:00 EST

With the Federal Election campaign underway, World Vision Canada's president asks if our leaders will keep their promises to the world's children.

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Prepare for the Worst

Fri, 26 Sept 2008 13:57:00 EST

As severe weather increases, NGOs must help communities prepare for disasters before they strike, warns a World Vision report.

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Election08 Update

Tue, 23 Sept 2008 17:11:00 EST

Put poverty on the agenda.

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Q & A with an Ironman

Fri, 12 Sept 2008 11:35:00 EST

A young Vancouverite competes in one of Canada's most challenging athletic competitions to help those in need.

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Election08

Fri, 12 Sept 2008 11:35:00 EST

Put poverty on the agenda.

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Video: Sony’s Story

Wed, 10 Sept 2008 11:33:00 EST

A young Cambodian woman says ‘thank you’ to her former Canadian sponsors, for helping her live her dream.

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Flooding in India

Wed, 10 Sept 2008 11:33:00 EST

A family maintains hope amidst fears that severe floods in Bihar, India washed away two of its children.

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CTV Anchor Visits Project in Nicaragua

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:40:00 EST

Angel Blair, CTV Regina weather anchor, traveled to Nicaragua with World Vision Canada and witnessed first-hand how child sponsorship transforms a community.

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Predatory Tourism: The Child Sex Trade

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:55:00 EST

Global sex tourism exploits the world's most vulnerable citizens - children living in poverty.

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Conflict in Georgia

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:55:00 EST

World Vision is providing emergency assistance to families fleeing the conflict in Georgia.

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Good News on AIDS

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:55:00 EST

A recent report says that HIV infection rates are stabilizing. Learn how World Vision continues to help.

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7 Feel-Good Products

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 09:55:00 EST

World Vision staff share their favourite Fair Trade and earth-friendly products.

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Cell Phone Revolution

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:25:00 EST

Learn how cell phones are helping people in the developing world and how World Vision is assisting.

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$6,000: The Price of a Daughter

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:34:00 EST

Parents in Afghanistan are being forced to sell their daughters into engagement at young ages just to feed their families.

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1 Minute at a Time

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:11:00 EST

Learn how you can make a difference in the world in is as little as one minute.

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5-minute Guide: Famine in Ethiopia

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:11:00 EST

Famine is threatening families in Ethiopia. Use our guide to learn more about the crisis.

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Fending off the Desert: Eco-farming

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:12:00 EST

World Vision is helping farmers in Niger repel the advances of the desert through training in innovative modern farming techniques.

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Guitarist Brings Young People Together

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 14:23:00 EST

Musician James Bryan combines the talents of youth in Canada and Dominican Republic to raise funds for development work in the Caribbean.

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The Parenting Podcast

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:09:04 GMT

Even in the middle of the busy Canadian lifestyle, it's possible for families to live out their convictions and still have fun.

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Major Earthquake Rocks China

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:09:04 GMT

Canadian government matching donations. Ends June 23 for China, please give now.

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Earthquake Update: Dave Toycen

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:09:04 GMT

From Sichuan Province: World Vision Canada president Dave Toycen discusses earthquake recovery efforts.

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Child Friendly Spaces

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:09:04 GMT

See how safe places to play are helping kids affected by the cyclone in Myanmar.

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