The Office of Public Affairs represents the Canadian Bahá'í community at a national level by participating in conferences and other public events, liaising with the press, engaging with provincial and federal governments, and maintaining a national presence of the Bahá'í Faith on the web. Our offices are in Toronto and Ottawa, and we work with collaborators and local representatives across the country to contribute to projects and processes that relate to Bahá'í principles and values.
Areas of Focus ›
Our areas of focus include issues that are relevant to the future of Canadian society. Within each of these areas, the Office of Public Affairs works with like-minded partners to create spaces for dialogue and stimulate the development of thought that can inform public policy.
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Gender Equality
What are the implications of gender equality for all aspects of our social, economic, and political life?
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Reconciliation
How do we achieve unity and justice in relationships with Indigenous peoples?
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Citizenship and Diversity
How do we help all people in Canada to become full participants in the life of society?
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Religion in Public Life
How can we bridge the religious-secular divide in Canadian public discourse?
Canadian Bahá'í News Service ›
https://news.bahai.ca
The Canadian Bahá’í News Service reports on activities of the Bahá’í Community of Canada, and on events and news of significance to the Bahá’í community here and around the world.
Regional Ontario Youth Conference gathers over 700 youth to explore themes of peace and social transformation
WATERLOO, CANADAFaith communities across Canada release statement against hate based on religious identity
OTTAWA, CANADAHommage à la liberté: Montreal concert honours global struggle for gender equality
MONTREAL, CANADAPodcast: The Public Discourse ›
A podcast hosted by the Office of Public Affairs. Transcripts are available on the podcast page.