Development and Peace

The Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace, a democratic movement for international solidarity, supports partners in the Global South in the pursuit of alternatives to unjust social, political and economic structures.

It educates the Canadian population about the causes of impoverishment of peoples and mobilizes actions for change.

In the struggle for human dignity, Development and Peace associates with social change groups in the North and South.

It supports women in their search for social and economic justice.

Development and Peace, the official development organization of the Canadian Catholic Church, is inspired by the values of the Gospel, particularly "the preferential option for the poor."

Adopted September 10, 1995.

For more information visit ~  https://www.devp.org/en

Contact ~ Greg Stewart (St. Michael's) ~ [email protected]

Let’s spread the word about putting People and Planet first

Development and Peace's 2021-2022 campaign, People and Planet First, is calling for Canada and Canadian corporations not to be complicit in violations against the planet and its inhabitants The easiest way to take action is to sign the petition calling on the government to implement a due diligence law that would require its companies to respect human and environmental rights in their overseas operations.

However, there are several other options available to you if you have already signed and want to continue your commitment! You can follow the latest campaign news on our Facebook or Instagram pages and even update your profile to show the campaign colors. If you’d like to delve into the subject deeper, take the time to read our printable backgrounder. And what about sharing the campaign video with your friends and family? Whatever you choose to do, thank you for helping to spread solidarity! https://devp.org/en

Vera Lawlor
Chair St. Michael Social Justice and Missions Committee