ACT Alberta

Coalition-Building to Combat Human Trafficking in Alberta Edmonton

rajvir — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:55:29 +0000

When: Friday, February 3, 2012 Time: 10: 00 am – 11:00 am Where: University of Alberta, Dentistry/Pharmacy Building 4069 Learn about human trafficking in Canada and Alberta and discuss what citizens can do about this human rights abuse. ACT Alberta uses a collaborative organizational model that addresses human trafficking with the input of multiple stakeholders, [...]

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Calgary Event: “They Have a Name” and Book Signing

rajvir — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 18:52:14 +0000

Mount Royal University is proud to present this special evening focusing on the serious topic of human trafficking. Date: Thursday, February 16th, 2012 Time: 7pm-9pm Place: EC 1050 in the Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning , 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW , Calgary, Alberta Keynote address: Yvon Dandurand, a leading international expert in human trafficking [...]

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Helping Hands of Hope-Human Trafficking Focus on Youth- Edmonton

rajvir — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:18:47 +0000

This one day learning session will provide you with an understanding of what is Human Trafficking with a focus on youth that are being exploited in the sex trade in Edmonton. Special guest Trisha Baptie who will provide insightinto a world that few see. As well an assessment tool will be presented to use to [...]

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“Together” – benefit concert to fight human trafficking Edmonton

rajvir — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:01:14 +0000

When: Friday, January 6, 2012 Where: Millwoods Evangelical Free Church , 1559 80 St NW , Edmonton, AB Time: 7:00pm until 9:30pm Please join us for benefit concert to fight human trafficking. Featuring musical performances by: Jessica Holtby and Beth Bucknor www.myspace.com/bethholtbymusic www.jessicaholtby.com Free admission, 7pm. coffee, tea, and dessert provided. All donations go to [...]

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Human Trafficking Workshop- St.Paul Alberta and Surrounding Areas

rajvir — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:11:12 +0000

Community agencies, front line workers, community members and the general public of St.Paul and surroundings areas are invited to attend a workshop on human trafficking. This workshop will present information on human trafficking legislation and policy and will examine case studies, protocols on service provision and will help participants identify and assist trafficked persons in [...]

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Call + Response Film Screening Grande Prairie- New Date!

rajvir — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:48:48 +0000

The Action Coalition on Human Trafficking is pleased to be hosting a screening of the film Call + Response to raise awareness of human trafficking. Please support the Coalition as they spearhead an awareness campaign to expose the harsh reality of the enslavement of 27 million people worldwide. When: Tuesday November 8th 2011 · Doors open at 7:00pm Where: Grande [...]

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CALL + RESPONSE Film Screening- Grande Prairie Postponed

andrea — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 19:57:02 +0000

The scheduled screening of Call + Response that was set for October 27th has been postponed in light of the recent tragedy in Grande Prairie. The event will be rescheduled for a future date. For more information contact: grandeprairie@actalberta.org or info@actalberta.org CALL + RESPONSE Film Screening- Grande Prairie Postponed is a post from: ACT Alberta

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Call + Response Film Screening- High River

rajvir — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:11:01 +0000

The Action Coalition on Human Trafficking is pleased to be hosting a screening of the film Call + Response to raise awareness of human trafficking in Alberta and around the world. Please support the Coalition as they spearhead an awareness campaign to expose the harsh reality of the enslavement of 27 million people worldwide. When: [...]

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Differing Opinions on Ominbus Crime Bill

rajvir — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:13:22 +0000

Many Canadians have voiced their opinions on the Ominbus Crime Bill proposed by the Conservative party of Canada. The Ominbus Crime Bill C-10 contains a wide range of justice and public safety measures. In regards to human trafficking, the bill makes amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and aims to enact ”powers to deny work [...]

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First Annual Freedom Relay: A Step In The Right Direction

rajvir — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 20:39:12 +0000

Edmontonians did their part to raise awareness about human trafficking in Canada by coming out to the first Annual Freedom Relay on Sunday, September 25th. Participants carried signs with slogans reading “End the misery” and “Humans are not for sale” as they walked along Whyte Avenue. The walkers raised funds through pledges for organizations both [...]

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