2016 Events
2016 Toronto International Humanitarian Law Conference
Protection in times of conflict: Health, displacement and humanitarian principles
The Canadian Red Cross will be hosting the 5th Annual Toronto International Humanitarian Law conference at York University, Glendon College, on November 17, 2016.
Join us as we explore the successes and challenges related to the protection of civilians under International Humanitarian Law (IHL). Throughout the conference, the key note speech and simultaneous panel discussions will address the difficulties associated with the protection of migrants and displaced persons under IHL as well as with the safeguarding of health care in times of conflict. To conclude the day, we will host a plenary session in which we will discuss the importance, relevance and key challenges that humanitarian principles and the concept of Neutral Impartial Independent Humanitarian Action (NIIHA) face in field operations.
The conference will bring together experts from the field of IHL as well as academics, practitioners and representatives from the Office of the Judge Advocate General and Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement.
To consult the agenda, click here.
When: November 17, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with an informal reception and light refreshments to follow.
Where: BMO Ballroom, Glendon Hall, Glendon Campus, York University (2275 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON, M4N 3M6)
Cost: Free. A light lunch will also be provided.
Registration is closed.For more information, please email IHLconference@redcross.ca
This conference is eligible towards the Law Society of Upper Canada’s (LSUC) CPD requirements as Substantive Hours only. Please note that this program is not accredited for Professionalism Hours or the New Member Requirement. Please Visit the LSCU’s CPD Eligible Educational Activities webpage for more information: www.lsuc.on.ca.
First time offered in British Columbia!
What: Exploring Humanitarian Law (EHL) Educator Training
Who: Senior and Junior High School educators and curriculum advisors
When: August 23-24, 2016
Where: Canadian Red Cross Main Office in Burnaby, B.C. (3400 Lake City Way)
Cost: FREE; lunch is also provided.
To learn more: http://ehl.icrc.org
- Exploring Humanitarian Law (EHL) is an education program for young people (13-18 years) to learn about humanitarian action, international law, war crimes and justice.
- The EHL toolkit, in French and English, contains 36 hours of educational activities & prepared lesson plans
- Complements the Canadian and World Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, and English Studies curriculum
- Includes instruction from the National Senior Legal Advisor of the Canadian Red Cross, a representative of the Office of the Judge Advocate General of the Canadian Armed Forces, and local teachers currently using the EHL curriculum in their classrooms
- Participants receive the Exploring Humanitarian Law toolkit, Canada and Conflict toolkit, curriculum maps, and certificate of completion
If you wish to register or have any questions please contact EHLBC@redcross.ca
Exploring Humanitarian Law: 2-Day Educator Training
Ottawa
Fri. Oct. 21 to Sat. Oct. 22, 2016
University of Ottawa Faculty of Education
LAMOUREUX HALL (LMX)
145 Jean-Jacques-Lussier private
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 6N5
Toronto
Tues. Aug. 23 to Wed. Aug. 24, 2016
Humber College Business School
3199 Lakeshore Blvd. West
Toronto, Ontario
M8V 1K8
- Complements the Canadian and World Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, and English Studies curriculum
- Includes instruction from the National Senior Legal Advisor of the Canadian Red Cross, a representative of the Office of the Judge Advocate General of the Canadian Armed Forces, and teachers currently using the EHL curriculum in their classrooms
- Participants receive the Exploring Humanitarian Law toolkit, Canada and Conflict toolkit, curriculum maps, and certificate of completion
Ottawa, Oct. 21 - 22 Toronto, Aug 23 - 24
Humanitarian Education Teacher Training
The Syrian Refugee Crisis and violations of International Humanitarian Law around the world have made humanitarian education in the classroom more relevant than ever.
What: Exploring Humanitarian Law (EHL) Teachers Training
Who: Senior and Junior High School educators and curriculum advisors
When: May 11-13, 2016 from 9am-4pm
Where: Canadian Red Cross Office in Burnside (133 Troop Ave. Dartmouth, N.S.).
Cost: FREE; lunch is also provided.
To learn more: http://ehl.icrc.org
- Exploring Humanitarian Law (EHL) is an education program for young people (13-18 years) to learn about humanitarian action, international law and justice.
- The EHL toolkit, in French and English, is an approved resource with the Department of Education and contains 36 hours of educational activities & prepared lesson plans
- Includes instruction from the National Senior Legal Advisor of the Canadian Red Cross, a representative of the Office of the Judge Advocate General of the Canadian Armed Forces, and local teachers currently using the EHL curriculum in their classrooms
- Participants in the EHL Teachers Training will receive a toolkit and certificate and learn practical methods to teach about humanitarian values, humanitarian responses to armed conflict, war crimes and international justice.
Dying for a better life: refugees and the laws of armed conflict
Join us at our annual International Humanitarian Law conference as we bring together experts in the field, academics, and representatives from the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement to discuss the laws of armed conflict and refugees.
Date: Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Conference: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Informal Reception: 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Location: University of Ottawa
120 University, Room 4007
Social Sciences Building
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Registration: Register online here
Conference Agenda
International Humanitarian Law in an Age of Security
We are excited to present the 2016 International Humanitarian Law Conference, co-hosted by the Department of Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies at Mount Royal University in Calgary.
Join us for a panel discussion and debate on International Humanitarian Law and its relevance in an age of security. The conference is free – we welcome anyone who is interested in attending. Speakers include those who work with the Canadian Red Cross, International Committee of the Red Cross, and Mount Royal University.
Date: March 7, 2016
Conference: 1:00 - 4:30 pm
Location: Mount Royal University
Lincoln Park Room, Level 3, J 301
4825 Mt. Royal Gate S.W.
Calgary, AB T3E 6K6
Registration: Register online here
Conference Agenda: Coming soon
How Terrorism Affects the Laws of Armed Conflict
Date: 22 January, 2016
Conference: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Informal Reception: 4pm-5pm
Location: Glendon College, York University
Registration: Register online here
Conference Agenda: Agenda