by Adelina Sylaj Posted on November 20, 2025 SDSN Canada is introducing the 2026 Youth CAN Sustain certificate, modelled on the successful Youth Leadership Certificate for the SDGs program from the University of Waterloo. This fully online, no-cost program is designed to equip Canadian post-secondary students with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead impactful SDG initiatives … Continue reading Launch of the 2026 Youth Can Sustain Certificate – Empowering Canada’s Next SDG Leaders
Category: Sustainable Development
Professor Bonny Ibhawoh, chair of the United Nations Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development, will share recommendations from a study conducted with the support of McMaster students and researchers. Dr. Bonny Ibhawoh, vice-provost, International, will outline policy proposals from a climate justice study that he will be presenting at an event during COP30. Creating … Continue reading McMaster expert unveils blueprint for climate justice at COP30
September 23, 2025 New York City, United States of America The international system is facing a rupture. This period of profound change is creating new challenges that Canada is confronting, and opportunities that we are well positioned to seize. At this hinge moment, Canada is building our strength at home, diversifying our partnerships abroad, and … Continue reading Prime Minister Carney strengthens Canada’s leadership in trade, energy, and security at the United Nations General Assembly
Prof. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith will be presenting his recent publication, "Oil and Climate Change in Guyana" at an upcoming event in New York. Please see the poster for details and contact information.
Save the Date: September 1, 2025 The UWI Cave Hill Campus and the Shridath Ramphal Centre for International Trade is holding an evening honouring Sir Shridath Ramphal and his contributions in the fields of trade policy and sustainable development. You can join the conversation by registering at the link below. Meeting Registration - Zoom
Amir Akbari's work highlights the financial implications of environmental degradation, reflecting a broader shift in how firms and investors approach their role in protecting the planet. BY Izabela Shubair, DeGroote Contributor August 14, 2025 While some cartoons are colourful distractions, others leave lasting impressions. Long after childhood, some people may remember the Teenage Mutant Ninja … Continue reading Putting a price on the environment
The video from our July 8, 2025 Book Launch event for Prof. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith's new publication "Oil and Climate Change in Guyana's Wet Neighbourhood: Probing Promise and Potential Peril" is now available. You can view it on our You Tube channel. See the link below. https://youtu.be/Vj_086ZqiVU
Save the date: July 8, 2025 6:00 p.m. The Canada-Caribbean Institute is pleased to be hosting the book launch of Prof. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith’s new publication… “Oil and Climate Change in Guyana’s Wet Neighbourhood: Probing Promises and Potential Peril”. It will be a virtual event held on July 8, 2025. It will run from 6:00 p.m. … Continue reading One week left…register now for our book launch on Guyana’s future
News release June 30, 2025 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada Access to development financing is essential to help countries thrive. It grows businesses, creates jobs, and builds a more secure future for families and communities at home and abroad. It also plays a critical role in supporting underserved communities in emerging markets as … Continue reading Secretary of State Sarai concludes participation in the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development
As universities face increased scrutiny, their role as centres of knowledge and innovation remains essential. However, concerns have arisen regarding free thought and research, particularly due to external influences. In response to these developments, The University of the West Indies (The UWI) will host a discussion on academic freedom and sustainable development during an upcoming … Continue reading Upcoming UWI Vice-Chancellor’s forum explores academic freedom and sustainable development, July 3, 2025