CPCC has been working since 1994 to formulate policy and operational directions for Canadian NGOs involved in peacebuilding, in collaboration with other relevant actors. The network is engaged in a process of dialogue with a broad range of NGOs and institutes and the Canadian government to articulate Canadian directions in the area of peacebuilding, and to strengthen NGO and civil society input into peacebuilding policy and program development. Any Canadian NGO, NGI or individual involved in the peacebuilding community, and who agrees with the CPCC goal and objectives, is welcome to become a participant in the network. The organization also helps people in times of peace to strengthen their capacities to live healthier lives and avoid conflicts and disasters. People are welcome to get involved in any of the Canadian Red Cross activities.
Activities vary from one branch to another.
Contact your local branch in order to find out which opportunities are available to you. CUSO works with people striving for freedom, self-determination, gender and racial equality and cultural survival. CUSO achieves its goals by sharing information, human and material resources, and by promoting policies for developing global sustainability. None of these placements are currently related to peacebuilding, but they could eventually need interns in a war torn society. International Youth Co-operation is a new Youth Organization whose ultimate goal is to exploit modern technological advancement for the good of young people.