Peace Making

In 2009, U.S. President Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace. This prestigious award has a long and illustrious history.

Oct 12, 2009 - Stuart Cooke

A more peaceful future can be acheived through patience by teaching youth to deal with conflict in nonviolent ways.

Jun 4, 2009 - Lane Luft

While a superior US military force may offer protection to its citizens and also deter enemy attack, there are indications it may also act as an obstacle to global peace.

May 19, 2009 - Vernon Crumrine

Male and female gangs differ when it comes to severity of crimes and the reasons for joining. Addressing this problem requires the cooperation of several groups.

Mar 9, 2009 - Gwendolyn Cuizon

After decades of international public service, United Nations diplomat Martti Ahtisaari is announced winner of the 2008 Nobel Peace Prize.

Dec 14, 2008 - Cheron Taylor

This year there are 197 nominees for the Nobel Peace Prize 2008. Interesting nominations are Algerian president, Abdelaziz Bouteflika and Father John Dear.

May 18, 2008 - Karen Lotter

Project Ploughshares is a Canadian, faith-based, interdenominational peace group seeking to achieve peaceful resolutions to conflict through the laying down of arms.

Jan 8, 2008 - Paula Kirman

For activists who live in colder climate, outdoor rallies and protests are not uncommon. Here are some suggestions for health and well-being.

Dec 4, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Several war resisters from the United States have fled to Canada in protest of the war in Iraq. Canada should let them stay in a land of peace and not send them back.

Nov 21, 2007 - Paula Kirman

The large peace event you helped organize has come and gone. Besides enjoying some quiet time, here are some ways to be productive between peace rallies.

Nov 8, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Canada's military presence may be extended until 2011, according to the Federal Government, which is seeking to change the focus of the military mission.

Oct 31, 2007 - Paula Kirman

People in the peace movement are often branded as unpatriotic because, supposedly, they do not support the troops. However, in many cases, this is simply not true.

Oct 19, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Security certificates are considered a violation of human rights, yet five men are currently detained in Canada based on them.

Oct 10, 2007 - Paula Kirman

The Canadian Peace Alliance (CPA) has issued an action calling for Canada out of Afghanistan and the United States out of Iraq. The date for the action is October 27/07.

Sep 25, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Keeping an organization alive is in many ways dependent upon finding and retaining new members. Here are some suggestions on how to attract new members.

Sep 16, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Quite a few activists are also vegetarians. Here are some reasons why peace making and vegetarianism go hand in hand.

Sep 6, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Many educational institutions have clubs for student activists to join. If your school doesn't already have a peace group, here is how to start one.

Aug 28, 2007 - Paula Kirman

If world peace can begin on a grassroots level, then the words we choose to speak on a daily basis matter.

Aug 14, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Staying abreast of peace issues can be a challenge in today's busy world. Here are some tips to remain a concerned citizen and effective peace maker.

Jul 30, 2007 - Paula Kirman

A famous saying in the peace movement is "War is unhealthy for children and other living things." This article focuses on those other living things.

Jul 23, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Anyone involved in the peace movement usually has to attend numerous meetings to plan events. Here are some suggestions to help smooth over differences between people.

Jul 13, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Safety is an important consideration when planning a peace event. Here are some tips nad suggestions to help make your event as safe as possible.

Jul 7, 2007 - Paula Kirman

St Patrick's day is a focus for Irish patriots, but does the Northern Irish peace process herald a new kind of civic and cultural patriotism?

Jul 4, 2007 - George Frederick Winter

Most active peace makers are heavily involved in planning events such as marches, rallies, and teach-ins. But is there a point when enough is enough?

Jun 28, 2007 - Paula Kirman

The terms 'peace making' and 'peace keeping' are often used in peace circles, sometimes interchangeably. Here is a comparison of both terms.

Jun 17, 2007 - Paula Kirman