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3 end of year gifts your teacher will love!
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June 17, 2013 - Give your child’s teacher a gift that will help children around the world get the opportunity to receive a quality education. Read more >>
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A father figure and a role model
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June 13, 2013 - Fathers play a crucial role in the development of their family. The example they set and decisions made will impact his children forever. Read more >>
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Dreaming big in Ethiopia: Meet 9-year-old Bezawit
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June 10, 2013 - Learn about 9-year-old Bezawit’s struggle to survive living in the slums of Ethiopia, and how child sponsorship has changed her life, and improved her community. Read more >>
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Sunflowers sprouting new hope in Pakistan
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June 6, 2013 - Over the last three years, severe floods devastated the homes, crops and livelihoods of people living in Pakistan. But an unlikely crop is helping farmers get back on their feet. Read more >>
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Life under water: When monsoon season strikes in Bangladesh
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June 4, 2013 - Every year, months of rain flood parts of Bangladesh. Learn how Plan is helping people living in the remote community of Hatibandha, and improving the life of children and their families. Read more >>
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A happy birthday for Chelsea
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May 28, 2013 - When Chelsea celebrated her 6th birthday, she asked her friends to donate money in lieu of gifts so she could sponsor a child with Plan Canada. Read more >>
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May is Legacy Giving Month
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May 23, 2013 - You can leave a lasting memory by remembering Plan Canada in your will. Find out more. Read more >>
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The girls of Hatibandha: See life through their eyes
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May 21, 2013 - Only 7% of the students who attend secondary school in Hatibandha are girls. That’s not the only startling statistic hindering girls’ potential in this Bangladesh community. Find out more. Read more >>
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Syrian refugee crisis: Your help is needed
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May 15, 2013 - Plan Canada President and CEO Rosemary McCarney reflects on global progress to keep mothers and their babies alive. Find out more! Read more >>
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A special countdown for the world’s mothers
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May 10, 2013 - Plan Canada President and CEO Rosemary McCarney reflects on global progress to keep mothers and their babies alive. Find out more! Read more >>
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Helping moms and their babies on Mother’s Day
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May 9, 2013 - This Mother’s Day, give mothers and babies in the developing world a Gift of Hope that will keep them healthy. Find out more! Read more >>
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Welcome to Hatibandha, Bangladesh
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May 9, 2013 - Learn how you can help change the lives of thousands of girls and their families living in the rural community of Hatibandha, Bangladesh. Learn more. Read more >>
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Keeping mothers and their newborns alive
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May 6, 2013 - Every day, 800 women die during pregnancy and childbirth, leaving millions of children motherless. But these deaths are preventable with the help of simple interventions. Learn more. Read more >>
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Urbanization: Can we survive its risks?
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May 2, 2013 - Plan Canada President and CEO Rosemary McCarney addresses the complexity of population growth in cities and its effects on girls and their development. Read more >>
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3 ways YOU can help keep children healthy
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April 29, 2013 - Children around the world are missing out on essential health services. Read how Plan Canada is improving children's health & how you can help. Read more >>
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Stopping malaria in its tracks
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April 25, 2013 - 1 child dies every 60 seconds because of Malaria. Read about how Plan Canada is trying to stop the spread of Malaria & help children around the world. Read more >>
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Every child needs a teacher
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April 23, 2013 - 5.1 million teachers are needed around the world. Plan Canada discusses education for girls and boys and how they are working to make a difference. Read more >>
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Gifts of Hope changing real lives
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April 19, 2013 - Plan Canada's Gifts of Hope help children in need around the world. Thanks to your gift donation, these gifts help children, families & communities. Read more >>
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Students talk bullying in Canada
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April 18, 2013 - Recently, students from the Toronto District School Board met with Plan Canada to discuss bullying, gender-based violence, and girl’s rights. Read more. Read more >>
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Keeping children healthy: Q&A with Plan Canada Health Advisor
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April 10, 2013 - Meet Magalie, Plan Canada's Health Advisor. Learn how Plan helps children around the world stay healthy & makes sure they have access to health care. Read more >>
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1,000 days to MDGs and counting
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April 5, 2013 - Plan Canada looks at the Millennium Development Goals & their fight to achieve them. Read about how the Canadian charity is working to help children. Read more >>
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The end of global poverty: Let’s not forget who we’re leaving behind
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April 2, 2013 - Plan Canada President and CEO Rosemary McCarney reflects on the progress we’ve made in alleviating poverty – but says there’s always more to be done. Read more >>
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Supporter spotlight: 12-year-old Clay
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March 26, 2013 - 12 year old Clay fundraised for Gifts of Hope and bought his whole class 3 baby chicks! Read about how he's helping children in need around the world. Read more >>
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CIDA merges with Foreign Affairs
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March 22, 2013 - The Canadian government announced the merger of the Canadian International Development Agency and the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. Read more >>
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A year of conflict and crisis in Mali
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March 22, 2013 - Plan Canada looks back at the humanitarian relief they have provided to the Mali crisis. Read how they help the children in need in the Sahel region. Read more >>
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Reaching new heights for World Water Day
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March 19, 2013 - Read about Al Hansen's climb in support of Plan Canada's water project. Thanks to Al, 50 communities in Bolivia will have access to clean water! Read more >>
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What’s keeping girls out of school?
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March 14, 2013 - With 66 million girls around the world out of school, here are 6 reasons why. Learn how Plan Canada is helping to provide education for girls. Read more >>
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Plan Canada celebrates International Women’s Day with 400 female students
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March 8, 2013 - Plan Canada organized a workshop with the Toronto District School Board and 400 girls and their mentors. The workshop explored girls’ self-esteem, body image, and other barriers preventing girls from reaching their full potential. The girls also connected with other girls from around the world. Read more >>
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Ending violence in schools
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March 4, 2013 - Millions of children around the world experience violence in and around the very institutions we trust the most: schools. Read more >>
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One girl’s fight for education in Pakistan
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February 27, 2013 - As a young girl growing up in rural Pakistan, Erum spent years fighting for her right to an education. Now she’s mentoring other girls, promoting the importance of girls’ education. Read more >>
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Infographic: The impact of girls’ education
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February 22, 2013 - By providing education for girls, we help break the cycle of poverty. Learn about Plan Canada's work and why it is important to educate a girl. Read more >>
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The road to Zambia: A trip down memory lane
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February 19, 2013 - John and Merilyn Woods travelled to Zambia to visit their sponsored child. See how the nostalgic journey flooded John with childhood memories of his own. Read more >>
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Looking ahead: 5 key themes for 2013
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February 15, 2013 - Plan Canada CEO Rosemary McCarney shares the key areas that Plan will be focusing on in 2013. Read more >>
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Gifts of Hope for Valentine’s Day
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February 6, 2013 - Give your loved one an ethical gift for Valentine’s Day. You can show them how much you care about them and about making the world a better place. Read more >>
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A conversation about FGM
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February 6, 2013 - On February 6 we recognize Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation and the progress we’ve made to shed light on a complex issue in the communities where we work. Read more >>
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Girls and the Global Economy
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January 28, 2013 - Plan has launched a new report, Off the balance sheet: The impact of the economic crisis on girls and young women. The report details how girls and women are being hardest hit by the global economic recession Read more >>
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Canadians supporting families in the Sahel
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January 25, 2013 - Thanks to your help, Plan continues to respond to the needs of people affected by the food and nutrition crisis in the Sahel region of West Africa. Read more >>
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Letters: a meaningful way to connect to your sponsored child
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January 23, 2013 - Sending and receiving letters is one of the most meaningful ways to learn about and stay connected to your sponsored child. Read more >>
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Conflict in Mali
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January 17, 2013 - As the conflict in Mali unfolds, children and families are fleeing violence in the country in search of safety and shelter. Learn more about the conflict and how Plan is supporting those in need. Read more >>
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Eileen visits her sponsored child
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January 15, 2013 - After a decade of sponsoring a child, Sidonie, with Plan Canada, Eileen goes on a journey to meet her in Benin, West Africa. Read more >>
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3 years after the Haiti earthquake
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January 11, 2013 - Three years since a devastating earthquake, we look back on our work to rebuild and look ahead on what’s to come. Even though significant progress has been made in Haiti, the work of recovery is far from over. Read more >>
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5 inspiring supporters from 2012
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January 8, 2013 - We’re reflecting back on 5 inspiring Plan Canada supporters from 2012, and sharing their stories as we prepare for a new year. Read more >>
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A bake sale for Gifts of Hope in Whitehorse
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December 21, 2012 - Five-year-old Leah inspires her entire community when she raised over $1,000 for Gifts of Hope by hosting a bake sale. Read more >>
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2012: A year in review
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December 19, 2012 - As Plan turned 75 this year, our work in 2012 alone has reached more than 174 million people across the world. Here are some highlights. Read more >>
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