March 8, 2010
The Social Policy Cafe blog is written by a social policy analyst, currently employed by the Library of Parliament who has had the privilege to work in social policy for 30 years.
March 2, 2010
The Ombudsperson receives inquiries and complaints about the practices and services provided by public agencies. While not an advocate, the Ombudsperson can conduct impartial and confidential...
March 2, 2010
March 1, 2010
The Centre for Policy Alternatives has released their annual alternative federal budget for 2010. The CCPA budget, titled "Getting the Job Done Right," focuses on unemployment and job creation.
February 23, 2010
Canadian Social Research Links has put together information for each Canadian province and territory that has implemented or is considering implementing a strategy against poverty. An incredible...
February 1, 2010
The City of Ottawa released its poverty reduction strategy, Poverty Affects Us All: A Community Approach to Poverty Reduction. The report includes a recommendation to advocate for increased...
December 9, 2009
The Senate Subcommittee on Cities released an important new report on combating poverty in Canada. The timing comes just two weeks after the House of Commons passed a motion for the federal...
December 3, 2009
Some news from the Income Security Advocacy Centre (ISAC):
First, the 25in5 Network for Poverty Reduction, of which ISAC is a partner, has released its accountability report on the first year of the...
December 2, 2009
Advocates are referring to the recently passed Assistance to Shelter Act as the "Olympic Kidnapping Act." The bill gives police the power to take homeless people to shelters during severe weather,...
December 2, 2009
Public Interest Alberta (PIA) is a province-wide organization focused on education and advocacy on public interest issues. PIA exists to foster in an understanding of the importance of public...
