Africa is bursting with potential. It’s home to the world’s youngest and fastest-growing population, with energy and ambition that could reshape the global economy. By 2030, Africa’s combined GDP is expected to soar past $3 trillion, creating incredible opportunities for trade, innovation, and investment.
For Canada, this is the moment to act. The African market is ready for bold partnerships that drive mutual growth. Whether it’s in clean technology, financial systems, or infrastructure, Canada can bring expertise to the table...
Campaign update
On October 3rd, ONE Canada partnered with Afrifursa, the Black Founders Network, and Grand Challenges Canada to an inspiring VIP reception at the University of Toronto's Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. This special gathering was part of Afrifursa’s Afri Tech Summit and brought together over 115 tech entrepreneurs, visionaries, and changemakers passionate about shaping the future of innovation in Africa.
The energy in the room was palpable as the event kicked off with a dynamic panel discussion, moderated by Elise Legault,...
This summer, supporters of ONE, Results, Grandmothers' Advocacy Network, and more are encouraging their political representatives to sign an Open Letter to the Prime Minister.
The letter calls on Canada to pursue global policies built on development and prosperity.
Specifically, these Canadians are pushing for an ambitious Canada Africa Strategy, and fair share pledges to GAVI and the International Development Association. The text of the Open Letter can be found below:
Right Honourable Justin TrudeauPrime Minister of CanadaOffice of the Prime Minister80...
This week’s G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ meeting take place as warning signs are flashing red. Economic woes are deepening and shocks are overwhelming countries throughout the world.
Those with the least capacity to weather shocks are feeling this most acutely: they are trading off heating for eating or struggling through yet another hunger crisis.
Yet, leadership and a coherent response plan are missing in action.
We have the tools to respond and mitigate the worst of these overlapping crises,...
This weekend the world’s most powerful global leaders will convene in Germany for yet another meeting of the G7, facing a convergence of crises that have only worsened over the last year and are putting hundreds of millions of lives at risk.
And last Friday, ONE Canada was in front of Parliament Hill to tell Prime Minister Trudeau that we want him to go to the G7 Summit with a real plan to tackle these converging crises. Getting out of...