Moving the Needle: Reimagining Canada’s Development and Humanitarian Engagement

This event will be available in-person and online. Free to attend.

In a world marked by rising conflict, fragile states, and unprecedented humanitarian challenges, Canada must rethink how it engages globally. How can we ensure that our foreign policy delivers real results, advances peace and security, and supports those most affected by crises?

At this event, we launch the report: Moving the Needle: Reimagining Canada’s Development and Humanitarian Engagement. Drawing on insights from a dialogue series led by NPSIA, the report provides a refreshed vision for Canada’s international engagement — one that’s rooted in clear purpose and principled action. From safeguarding civilians to supporting innovation, peacebuilding, and inclusive growth, this is a roadmap to sharpen Canada’s global impact.

Join policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to explore how Canada can deliver meaningful, sustained impact in fragile and conflict-affected contexts — and what it will take to translate bold ideas into action.

Read the report summary here.

The event will be conducted in English. Light refreshments will be provided.

Speakers:

Dr. Valerie Percival, Associate Professor and Associate Director, NPSIA, Carleton University

Kate Higgins, Chief Executive Officer, Cooperation Canada

Teddy Y. Samy, Director and Professor of International Affairs, NPSIA, Carleton University

Chinelo Agom-Eze, Ph.D., Senior Policy Advisor, Canadian Foodgrains Bank

Robert Greenhill, Executive Chair, Global Canada

Louise Holt, Former Director General, Global Affairs Canada

Read our speakers’ bios here.

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