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International Development Week

A unique Canadian tradition since 1991, International Development Week (IDW) is held annually during the first full week of February. IDW aims to inform, inspire, and involve Canadians in Canada’s international development efforts. Cooperation Canada proudly participates in this celebration, highlighting the vital contributions of Canadian organizations and individuals to global development. Through events and campaigns, Cooperation Canada emphasizes collective efforts to eradicate poverty, promote equity and foster a more peaceful and inclusive world.

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Our IDW Activities

IDW Reception & Film Screening — February 3, 2025

Join us for on February 3, 2025 in Ottawa for our International Development Week (IDW) reception and film screening, The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos. The film explores themes of mass forced evictions in Lagos, Nigeria; and the collective action of communities to access justice and find solutions. The film screening is presented in partnership with Cooperation Canada, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and Justice & Empowerment Initiatives Inc.
 
The reception will include special presentations as well as the unveiling of The Light, the painting by Métis artist Colleen Gray. In addition, hear from the IDRC team about their work on global democracy and the connection to the themes raised in the film. Next, connect with some of the film’s production team who will provide the local context and highlight the important issues explored in the film. Following the film, stay for a discussion on the intersection of urban development and human rights.
 
Don’t miss this chance to engage in deep conversations, mix and mingle with special guests and try Nigerian cuisine! The reception is free to attend, and you can pay what you can (minimum $5) to view the film and support the Agbajowo Collective, who wrote and produced the film.
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Cooperation Canada Awards — February 6, 2025

Take a quick break from your busy International Development Week activities for the Cooperation Canada Awards Ceremony.

At this virtual event, Cooperation Canada will present the winner of the Karen Takacs Award. Also, with WUSC, in collaboration with the Trustees of the Lewis Perinbam Award, we will present the Innovation and Impact Awards – Two awards will be announced, one for an organization and one for an individual recipient.

Join us in celebrating the amazing work of the 2025 Award recipients!

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Hill Day — Postponed

The recent announcement of the prorogation of Parliament until March 24, 2025, has led Cooperation Canada to postpone Hill Day and the related advocacy training in the context of International Development Week. Given recent political developments, we will organize a time for our members to connect with decision-makers in Ottawa later in the year.