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The Beginning of Life uncovers ground-breaking research into a child's early years

Posted by UNICEF · February 13, 2017

The Beginning of Life is a ground-breaking feature documentary that explores the impact of a child's early environment on their cognitive, social and emotional development

Two refugees, a generation apart

Posted by UNICEF Canada · February 13, 2017

A young Syrian refugee and a World War II child refugee tell their story.

Top five unique Valentine’s Day gifts that change lives

Posted by UNICEF Canada · February 10, 2017

Spread love! This Valentine’s Day, show your loved ones you care by giving a gift that gives back to children and families who need it most. Here are our favourite picks for unique and affordable Valentine’s Day gifts that are sure to spread love at home and across the globe.

Remembering Harry Black: A man who dedicated his life to others

Posted by UNICEF Canada · February 7, 2017

With the passing of our former Executive Director, Harry Black, UNICEF Canada remembers a man who dedicated himself to the well-being of others, to leading with compassion and courage and to leaving a lasting legacy in his community and the world around him.

Growing perils for children online

Posted by UNICEF Canada · February 7, 2017

As children’s access to the Internet increases, efforts to better protect them from perils online must keep pace. Today is Safer Internet Day, a day to promote safer and more responsible use of online technology and raise awareness of emerging online issues.

Saved in South Sudan: Nyajime’s remarkable recovery

Posted by UNICEF Canada · February 2, 2017

Four-year-old Nyajime Guet was too weak to sit up on her own. Severely malnourished and near death in a medical clinic in Juba, South Sudan, she lay silently cradled in her father’s arms.

Children in crisis

Posted by UNICEF · January 31, 2017

Nearly 50 million children at risk as conflict and disaster engulf 48 countries

Millions of children on the move at risk from harsh winter

Posted by UNICEF · January 24, 2017

Millions of children who are already vulnerable are facing a winter without warm clothing and heating.

For the children of Syria, education is their only hope

Posted by UNICEF · January 24, 2017

Sidra, a 14-year-old Syrian refugee, attends one of UNICEF’s 223 Makani learning centres in Jordan near the Syrian border. The Government of Canada is providing support to Makanicentres across Jordan, reaching girls like Sidra with continued education and life skills.

Displaced in Jibreen: Meet the children we’re racing to reach

Posted by UNICEF · January 23, 2017

Since November 2016, nearly 315,000 people have been displaced from fighting in and around Aleppo City in Syria.