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In Gaza, childhoods loved and lost

Publication date: December 1, 2023

Amidst conflict and devastation, a child is still a child.

A child sits on the rubble of his family home, looking at the camera. There is all debris and rubble behind him.

Goods of hope: A UNICEF Canada Ambassador’s visit to our supply warehouse

Publication date: November 16, 2023

UNICEF Canada Ambassador John Nsabimana on visiting UNICEF’s Supply Division in Copenhagen, and seeing up close the life-saving and essential products that once gave him hope as a child living in a refugee camp in Uganda.

A man stands at a railing with his back to the camera, overlooking a warehouse staked with boxes. He is wearing a vest that says UNICEF.

UNICEF’s Halloween Orange Box: A child’s first foray into philanthropy

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: October 27, 2023

UNICEF Canada’s former Directors of Halloween on the beloved Trick –or-Treat for UNICEF program, the power of volunteers, engaging communities and what $125,000 looks like in coin.

World Teacher’s Day: Qualified teachers = quality education

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: October 3, 2023

As the world faces a global learning crisis – a qualified teacher can help deliver inclusive quality education to their classrooms.

A teacher leans over a students desk and smiles at the camera. The student next to her is also smiling. Photo taken in Indonesia.

Ayan's learning journey continues in Somalia

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: September 14, 2023

14-year-old Ayan will be going into grade 6 this year – but just two years ago she wasn’t even in school. The UNdaunted program in Somalia supports adolescent students with disabilities, like Ayan, to get an education.

A girl looks down at a notebook while sitting at her desk.

All smiles for school

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: September 5, 2023

Some back-to-school smiles from children around the world as classes start in Canada again.

A boy uses his hands to create a square photo sign. He is in a classroom setting standing next to bulletin board with many colourful sheets pinned on it. He is wearing a white uniform shirt. In Cox's Bazaar, Bangladesh.

Youth mental health crisis: the pandemic fallout

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: August 31, 2023

The pandemic has had a long-standing effect on mental health, from anxiety to loneliness. Though the pandemic has ended, the impact it has had continues in dealing with grief and anxiety. Read as our youth advocates share their personal experiences on Covid-19's impact on youth mental health.

Youth mental health crisis: the pandemic fallout

Women in Canada unite for a better future for children, everywhere

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: August 28, 2023

Women’s giving circles have enabled UNICEF Canada to offer collective giving that support global programs to create transformational impact for women, children and communities.