Lobbying Information
Subject Matters
- Education
- Employment and Training
- International Development
Subject Matter Details
Policies or Program
- Canadian International Development Agency’s Children and Youth Strategy:
Access to quality education to improve the quality and relevance of education for girls, boys, and youth, as a basis for poverty reduction, social development, and economic growth; and safety and security of children and youth to support efforts to ensure safe and secure environments for children and youth so that they can contribute to society.
Increase access to relevant learning opportunities for youth, in and out of school.
Support efforts to create opportunities for youth-at-risk to find alternatives to violence and crime and become engaged as positive members of their societies.
CIDA's Policy on Private Sector Development
To contribute to pro-poor equitable economic growth, and improved and sustainable standards of living of poor women, men, and youth in developing countries and countries in transition.
Local Ownership, Participation, and Capacity Building
Youth livelihoods need to be included in the policy, especially regarding Africa and AIDS orphans, as many youths are heading households.
- Canadian International Development Agency’s Global Citizens Program:
To engage and mobilize Canadians as global citizens to participate in international development initiatives in three significant areas: public awareness, education and knowledge, and youth participation.
Public Awareness: Showcasing best practices in international development; bringing young leaders from developing countries to meet Canadians; and increasing public awareness of development.
Education and Knowledge: Deepening knowledge and sharing expertise on development challenges and results through activities such as the Global Classroom Initiative.
Youth Participation: Engaging Canadian and developing country youth through targeted programs, such as the:
International School Twinning Initiative (ISTI)
International Youth Internship Program (IYIP)
International Aboriginal Youth Internships Initiative (IAYI)
Partners for Development Program
Volunteer cooperation Program
Partnerships with Canadians Programs.
Government Institutions
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Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA)
In-house Organization Details
Description of the organization's activities
Canada World Youth (CWY) is a world leader in developing international educational programs for young people aged 15 to 35. A non-profit organization, CWY is dedicated to enriching the lives of young people that have a desire to become informed and active global citizens. CWY programs are designed to help youth experience the world for themselves, learn about other cultures and diverse Canadian communities while developing leadership and communication skills.
Responsible officer name and position during the period of this registration
Rita Karakas,
President and CEO
Organization's membership or classes of membership
The International FORUM on Development Service (known as “FORUM”) is the most significant global network of International Volunteer Co-operation Organisations. FORUM Members explore innovative practice and research key contemporary issues, focusing on organisational learning and improved practice.
Government funding
End date of the last completed financial year:
2012-03-31
List of Government Funding
Government Institution
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Funding Received in Last Financial Year
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Funding Expected in Current Financial Year
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Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA)
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$10,086,109.00
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Yes
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In-house Organization Contact Information
Address:
2330 Notre-Dame Street West
Montreal, QC H3J 1N4
Canada
Telephone number:
514-931-3526
Ext.
352
Fax number:
514-939-2621
Lobbyists Details
Employees who lobby for the organization
- Rita Karakas,
President and CEO |
No public offices held
- Louis Moubarak,
Vice-President, operations |
No public offices held