Development Lessons from Conflict and Post-Conflict Zones: How to Grow a Country in the Midst of Chaos

Wednesday February 3 - 3pm to 5:30pm

University of the Fraser Valley - 33844 King Rd Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 7M8

FH Canada is partnering with the British Columbia Council for International Cooperation (BCCIC) and the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) for an exciting seminar titled "How to Grow a Country in the Midst of Chaos." The event will be a full afternoon of formal and informal presentations and discussions, focusing on lessons learned from initiating and managing development projects (not emergency aid interventions) within countries that are experiencing conflict, violence, natural disaster or other emergencies.

Schedule of Events:

Panel Presentation & Discussion - 3pm - 4:30pm. Featuring representatives from the Mennonite Central Committee, FH Canada and the Canadian International Development Agency. This event will be moderated by a faculty member of UFV.

Development Cafe: Learning in the Round - 4:30 - 5:30pm. Interact with several organizations in an open-house setting, listen to presentations and engage in small-group discussion. Please contact Darlene Gage (darlene@bccic.ca) with any questions.

Poverty Revolution Boot Camp

January 27, from 1:00-4:30 & January 29 from 9:00-4:30

FH Canada office - #1 - 31741 Peardonville Road, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 1L2

Revolutions start small and change the world. Will you be part of the one that ends poverty? FH Canada wants you to join the Poverty Revolution Boot Camp. Through innovative and interactive training on awareness, education and advocacy, you will be more effective in the fight to end poverty for impoverished families and communities across the globe. Hear first-hand stories of hope delivered; learn more about creative advocacy opportunities; engage with an experienced development team; benefit from informative and interactive modules; and strengthen your understanding of God's heart for the poor.

To register call 1.800.667.0805 or email bootcamp@fhcanada.org.

Edmonton Missions Fest

February 19-21, 2010

Edmonton, AB

Missions Fest Alberta is a three-day family missions conference held annually at the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton. It is sponsored by Alberta & Saskatchewan congregations from many evangelical denominations.

Missions Fest Alberta's goal is to help individuals find their place where their interests and abilities can best be put to use in the Great Harvest. The weekend provides a weekend when people of all ages come together to be challenged, informed and educated in global mission activity by participating in a variety of experiences.

FH Canada will be one of the 170 exhibits, representing local, national and international organizations, Bible Colleges & Seminaries. Come by and say hello!

For more information, visit the Edmonton Missions Fest website.

Heartland Work Trip

March 3-12, 2010

Heartland Alliance Church is sending a team to their partner community in Greater Lima Peru. This will be their second work trip to their partner community Annual work team departs February 2 for a week in their partner community in Peru.

Coming soon... Heartland Alliance Church team blog! Follow this team as they head to Peru!