Our Mission
Vision, Mission & Values
These foundational statements guide everything we do and the impact we strive to create.
Our Vision
A world where every community thrives with dignity, opportunity, and hope—where barriers of poverty, injustice, and isolation are replaced by bridges of compassion and solidarity.
Our Mission
To empower vulnerable communities through sustainable development, emergency humanitarian aid, and youth empowerment programs—guided by faith-based values and interfaith collaboration.
Our Values
Compassion, integrity, collaboration, sustainability, faith in action, and a global perspective—these values are the foundation of our character and operations.
A Faith-Based Approach
At the heart of our work is a deep spiritual conviction that all people are inherently valuable and deserving of dignity. Our Christian heritage, symbolized in our logo's cross and fish (Ichthys), informs our values while embracing interfaith cooperation.
We believe that faith calls us to action—not just contemplation. This means rolling up our sleeves and working alongside communities, sharing in their struggles and celebrating their victories.
Our approach is inclusive and respectful. We serve all people regardless of their religious background, ethnicity, or social status. In doing so, we demonstrate that love transcends boundaries and unites humanity.
"Faith without works is dead. We are called to be the hands and feet of compassion in a world that desperately needs hope."
Our Theory of Change
We believe lasting transformation happens when communities are empowered to lead their own development with appropriate support and resources.
Listen & Learn
We begin by deeply understanding community needs, assets, and aspirations through respectful dialogue and participatory assessments.
Partner & Plan
Together with community leaders, we co-design programs that address root causes and build on existing strengths and resources.
Implement & Adapt
We execute programs with flexibility, continuously learning and adapting based on feedback and changing circumstances.
Empower & Sustain
We transfer knowledge and capacity to local leaders, ensuring communities can continue thriving independently.
Measure & Share
We rigorously evaluate our impact and share learnings with partners, donors, and the broader development community.
Scale & Replicate
Successful approaches are documented and shared so other communities can benefit from proven strategies.
From Brossard to the World
While rooted in Quebec, our impact extends to communities across borders, bringing hope and practical support where it's needed most.
Our Commitment to Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of nonprofit governance and operational excellence. As a registered Canadian charity, we are committed to:
- Complete financial transparency and annual reporting
- Efficient use of donor resources with low administrative overhead
- Evidence-based program design and rigorous impact evaluation
- Ethical practices in all partnerships and operations
- Continuous learning and organizational improvement
Our donors trust us with their generous contributions, and we work tirelessly to ensure every dollar creates maximum impact for the communities we serve.
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When you support 12873125 Canada Association, you become part of a movement transforming lives across communities. Your contribution matters.