News and Updates
Release: Canadians rally for an end to the war in Ukraine in weekend of action
The Canada-Wide Peace and Justice Network (CWPJN) member groups will be holding actions across the country calling for an end to the war in Ukraine from February 23-February 26. The “Peace Now! Stop the War, Stop NATO” rallies will be...
Jonathan Kuttab visit to Mohammad Halabi at Ramon Prison
Halabi wanted to thank all those who supported him and believed his story from the very beginning. He asked me to assure all of you that he is not only totally innocent, but that he has been involved in humanitarian...
Civil Society Organisations Welcome Barcelona’s Suspension of Institutional Relations with Israel
Just Peace Advocates, joins with the undersigned 88 Palestinian, regional and international civil society organisations welcome the historic announcement by the Barcelona City Council to suspend all institutional relations with apartheid Israel. On 8 February 2023, the Mayor of Barcelona, Ada...
Puma Toronto Women’s Run Series: Apartheid is not stylish.
There is absolutely nothing fun, inclusive nor supportive about apartheid, nor international law and human rights violations. If you are truly dedicated to offering “a racing season that motivates and inspires women to come set the pace” you need to...
Immediate release: No Canadian military to Haiti
Yesterday (February 16) Justin Trudeau said Canada would deploy two naval vessels to Haiti. Canada’s Prime Minister made the announcement at a CARICOM summit he attended to press Caribbean nations to deploy forces on a US promoted mission to Haiti.
OUT OF SIGHT–Ending Canada’s Armed Drone Purchase
The Canadian government is moving quickly to award a contract for remotely piloted armed drones which would be used domestically and in foreign operations. Watch webinar. Learn more. Take action.
Jonathan Kuttab meeting with the Canadian Mission in Ramallah
Jonathan Kuttab raised our concerns with the Canadian head of mission in Palestine--including about Canada’s position regarding a number of issues important to our work, including the Six Organizations, the Trial of Mohammad Halabi, Masafer Yatta, Khan el Ahmar, and...
Canada, in the name of humanity lift sanction against Syria
Syria is not sanctioned by the UN, but the US has adopted crippling sanctions on the country. Canada has followed the US lead, adopting a bevy of sanctions on the country. On its website Global Affairs Canada lists more than a dozen...
Stop the War, Stop NATO International Weekend of Action – February 23-26, 2023
As a member of the Canada-wide Peace and Justice Network, Just Peace Advocates is pleased to endorse this statement and related actions:
OUT OF SIGHT: Ending Canada’s Armed Drone Purchase
Join us for a panel and Q&A on Canada's proposed armed drone purchase. The Canadian military is currently picking a contender for up to 5 billion CAD worth of armed drones. Join us to learn more from experts in the...