Crucial bill to prevent online exploitation
See the EFC’s quick explanation of why Bill C-270 is needed and how it will help. This bill has moved back to MPs from a parliamentary committee. An email or phone call from you would encourage your MP to support it! Read why it’s crucial for Parliament to pass Bill C-270 here.
Research study seeking Christian women to interview
The EFC and several EFC affiliate partner organizations are collaborating to study Women in the Canadian Evangelical Church, exploring how women understand their role and participate in the local church. If you are interested in participating, please complete this form. Qualifying candidates will be considered for an interview and can win one of five $50 Amazon gift cards.
Donating during postal strike
Like other charitable organizations, the EFC receives a large portion of its annual donations during this time of the year. Your financial gifts are crucial to determining what types of initiatives we can undertake. During the Canada Post strike, we want to remind you that the EFC has an easy-to-use and secure online donation form. Or we would be happy to speak with you by phone at 1-866-302-3362. Thank you for supporting the EFC!
Government of Alberta consults on MAiD
The Government of Alberta is asking Alberta residents for feedback on safeguards and the oversight of MAiD. This is an important opportunity to engage. Please participate in this survey if you live in Alberta and pass it along to Alberta residents in your network.
New podcast: Faith in the world of journalism and media
John Longhurst has written a faith column for the Winnipeg Free Press for 20 years, and a book of his selected columns was recently published by Canadian Mennonite University Press. He chats with host Bill Fledderus about why it's important to hear the stories of people's spirituality, no matter what faith group they come from.
EFC job opportunities
The EFC is hiring for two new positions in Ottawa, a Finance Assistant – Payables (entry-level) and a Finance and HR Assistant, Office Manager (intermediate). Please check out the job postings on our website.
Why Christians make a habit of giving away money
Newfoundland and Labrador writer Fraser D. Roberts reflects on why we're still called – even after the pandemic changed our habits – to build on the Christian habit of generosity. Read his new post at FaithToday.ca.
Wide-angle Nativity
Minor characters matter in telling the Christmas story, writes Maxine Hancock in the latest Faith Today.
If you’re interested in reading more articles like this, you can subscribe to the print version of the EFC’s bi-monthly magazine Faith Today, free now in Canada.
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Ignite Seminar on Cultures of Prayer/Evening Prayer & Worship, Winnipeg, Dec. 3
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The Journey of Peace (Dr. Salim Munayer/PRN), Dunbar, Dec. 3; Hastings, Dec. 4; Killarney Park, Dec. 4; White Rock, Dec. 6; Abbotsford, Dec. 6; South Surrey, Dec. 7
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Caring for Wounded Hearts (Traumatized Refugees) – Training Course Signup Deadline (Outreach Canada), online, Dec. 4
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ELO Forum (Entrepreneurial Leader Organization), Mississauga, Dec. 4
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Oakville Prayer Breakfast (Lois Brown of Health Partners International), Dec. 4
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Stories of Transformation in Canada (TOWC), online, Dec. 24
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City Wide Prayer Rally (Strategic Renewal), Calgary, Jan. 10
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Ministry Leaders Renewal Retreat (Kerith Retreats), Nestleton, Ont., Jan. 11-18, Feb. 1-8
Additional EFC events
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Roger Helland, leading Ignite Winnipeg, Dec. 3
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Bruce Clemenger, attending Canadian Council of Churches 80th anniversary event, Dec. 5
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David Guretzki, engaging / attending Roman-Catholic Evangelical Dialogue, Mississauga, Dec. 9-11
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David Guretzki, engaging the EFC’s Theological Commission, Mississauga, Dec. 11-13