Join us from October 8-10, 2024, as the International Cooperation Futures forum returns, this time at the National Arts Centre (NAC) located on the unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation, colonially known as Ottawa, Canada.
Presented by Cooperation Canada, the International Cooperation Futures forum is a landmark event for civil society, government, the private sector, philanthropy and academia keen to drive influence, innovation and impact in international cooperation. This year, the forum will convene and connect over 350 inspiring and impactful change-makers from Canada and around the world.
Join us on October 8th to 10th, 2024, as the International Cooperation Futures forum returns, this time at the National Arts Centre (NAC) located on the unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation, colonially known as Ottawa, Canada.
Presented by Cooperation Canada, the International Cooperation Futures forum is a landmark event for civil society, government, the private sector, philanthropy and academia keen to drive influence, innovation and impact in international cooperation. This year, the forum will convene and connect over 350 inspiring and impactful change-makers from Canada and around the world.
Through innovative sessions, interactive workshops, and vibrant networking opportunities, participants will collaboratively explore ways to address global challenges and create positive change. Our objectives for the 2024 edition focus on connection, dialogue and collaboration. This flagship event aims to:
Strengthen connection and solidarity to enhance the resilience and relevance of Canadian international cooperation;
Energize decision-makers and change-makers with forward-looking and thought-provoking ideas and exchanges; and
Spark and sustain partnerships to drive collective action for more and better impact.
Forum Themes
The forum will focus on the key issues, opportunities and challenges facing our current and future context - both in Canada and globally. Participants can expect to engage on:
Bold Canadian action on humanitarian response, development and peace, financing for development and G7 leadership.
Shifting power in international cooperation through localization, feminist leadership, anti-racism and reconciliation.
Unapologetic commitment to civic space, rights and democracy through resilient civil society, responsible technology advancement and media engagement.
Bolstering organizational resilience through connection to new partners, creative ways of working and support for emerging leaders.
Join us at the NAC as we embark on a transformative journey to shape a fairer, safer and more sustainable world through international cooperation.
To the over 400 speakers and participants who joined us for the 2024 International Cooperation Futures forum, thank you for making this year's event truly transformative. Held at the National Arts Centre on the unceded territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation, your insights, energy, and collaboration have inspired us all.
Together, we explored bold ideas and innovative solutions to shape the future of international cooperation, and we couldn't have done it without each of you.
Below is a link to a photo gallery of images from throughout the event.
This guide is your go-to resource for enhancing your forum experience. Inside, you'll find an overview of the program, session specifics, venue details, networking opportunities, and helpful maps.
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Our Community
At the Future's forum, we believe in the power of collective action and support. Below, you will find our community initiatives and guidelines designed to foster collaboration, inclusivity, and positive impact.
We are thrilled to announce that Colleen Gray will be joining us for a live painting session at our event. Colleen works primarily with synthetic paper, creating mesmerizing interactions of various mediums on a unique non-porous surface.
Colleen established Art for Aid in 2013 to provide art supplies to remote Indigenous schools in Canada. Her dedication earned her the Governor General of Canada Sovereign's Medal for Volunteering in 2021. To learn more visit www.artforaid.ca
The painting created at our event will embrace our work and mission. It will be auctioned for charity and presented by Colleen during the closing ceremony on October 10th. Join us to witness Colleen's incredible artistry in person!
Founded in 2002 by Jean-François Archambault, La Tablée des Chefs is dedicated to feeding and educating communities. They've distributed over 17.6 million cooked portions and empowered 63,000+ young people through food autonomy programs. At the heart of their work is a commitment to sustainability and social change, using cooking as a tool for positive impact.
Throughout our event, International Cooperation Futures, La Tablée des Chefs will play a crucial role. They facilitate food recovery initiatives, connecting surplus food to those in need and reducing environmental impact. Partnering with them supports community-driven solutions to food insecurity and promotes sustainability.
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About MAX Ottawa
Founded in 2002, MAX Ottawa is a queer health and wellness charitable organization that operates on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. MAX's approach to health and wellness is grounded in a holistic, sex positive, and assets-based approach that recognizes, encourages, and supports the diverse needs of the queer community. MAX strives for a hassle-free delivery of services and resources that promote community health, where individuals can feel empowered and supported to actively participate in improving their wellbeing. In service of this goal, we run programs and services that promote wellbeing of the community, including harm reduction supply distribution, training in and development of culturally appropriate resources and knowledge, and trauma-informed peer support.
At the forum, MAX Ottawa will have a booth with two trained staff members available throughout the event to provide psycho-social support as needed. They will be wearing a berry red colour or a black t-shirt with berry red "MAX" on the front. Whether for guidance, resources, or assistance related to the themes of the conference on international cooperation futures forum, our staff is dedicated to ensuring that all attendees feel supported in navigating discussions and topics pertinent to global cooperation and future developments.
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About Minwaashin Lodge
We are extremely pleased to announce that Colleen Gray's live painting will be featured during the closing event. The artwork will be auctioned off during International Development Week in mid-February 2025, with the proceeds going to Minwaashin Lodge. Minwaashin Lodge will be present at the closing ceremony to share more about their important work.
Minwaashin Lodge provides a range of programs and services to First Nations, Inuit and Métis women and children (regardless of status) who are survivors of domestic and other forms of violence, and who may also be suffering the effects of the residential school system. All programs and services are provided in the context of cultural beliefs and values to ensure a holistic approach is used as part of the healing journey.
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