I believe that freedom from poverty is a human right.
I believe in equality among all people.
I believe we are all entitled to social and economic security.
I believe in dignity for all.
NOW is the time to end poverty in Canada.

I SUPPORT

dignity for all:
the campaign for a poverty-free Canada

Everyone has a right to live life with dignity

The Dignity for All Campaign calls for vigorous and sustained action by the federal government to combat the structural causes of poverty in Canada. We want:

  • A federal plan for poverty elimination that complements provincial and territorial plans.
  • A federal anti-poverty Act that ensures enduring federal commitment and accountability for results.
  • Sufficient federal investment in social security for all Canadians.

Together, we can eliminate poverty in Canada!

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What's next?

By Citizens for Public Justice | Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

This feature originally appeared on the website of Dignity for All campaign co-founder and partner, Citizens for Public Justice.

Have poverty issues been forgotten in Ottawa?

Not totally.

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Re-scheduled Event: "What's Next?" Now set for February 14

By Megan Yarema | Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

The Dignity for All event titled "What's Next? How to Address Poverty in Canada" has now been rescheduled for the evening of February 14th, 2012.  Following a last minute vote in the House of Commons, the event was moved from December 5th so as to ensure our panel of MPs was able to attend. 

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Letter to the Council of the Federation in regards to the CST & CHT renewal

By Megan Yarema | Friday, January 6th, 2012

The following is a letter sent on behalf of the Dignity for All campaign on January 6th to BC Premier Christy Clark (hosting Premier) in regards to the upcoming Council of the Federation meeting on January 16-17 that will look at the renewal of the CST and CHT.

Dear Premier Clark:

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Year In Review

By Megan Yarema | Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

It has now been over two and half years since Dignity for All: The Campaign for a Poverty-Free Canada was launched at the Canadian Social Forum in Calgary. In that time, the campaign has grown significantly in both recognition and the number of supporters. Dignity for All now has 555 organizational endorsers and over 8,960 individual supporters.

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