The Walking People Out of Poverty journey is becoming more real with each passing moment, and we are nearly ready to embark on this adventure. Today, we travelled from Victoria, BC, to Trout Lake, WA, in what felt like our version of Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Early morning, at 5:10 am, we left Peter’s place … Read more

As my flight landed in Managua, I was filled with excitement and anticipation. After 4.5 years as CEO of Opportunity International Canada (OIC), this was my first chance to visit Nicaragua, where we work with ASODENIC.  This year, OIC celebrates our 25th anniversary, and we have worked together with ASODENIC from the beginning to help … Read more

The camping and hiking gear is assembled, and the food packs are almost ready as final preparations are underway for an epic hike along the final stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail, made famous by the book Wild by Cheryl Strayed. In a few short weeks, I’ll embark on this hiking journey along the final 700 kilometres … Read more

The camping and hiking gear is assembled, and the food packs are almost ready as final preparations are underway for an epic hike along the final stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail, made famous by the book Wild by Cheryl Strayed. In a few short weeks, I’ll embark on this hiking journey along the final 700 kilometres … Read more

According to the dictionary, to innovate is to make changes in something established, especially by introducing new methods, ideas, or products.  It is further stated that innovation is crucial to the success of any organization. Opportunity International was founded in 1971 and is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.  Canadians were deeply engaged in the work … Read more

Poverty. Put simply, it’s the condition where income is too low to meet basic human needs such as food, shelter and clothing, let alone education, health care and security.  Poverty strips away human dignity. There are multiple causes of poverty, such as war, natural disasters, corrupt politics and systemic discrimination — to name but a … Read more

Digital banking is something most of us take for granted. Months can go by without the need to enter a bank branch. Making bill payments, depositing paycheques, transferring funds, and even arranging loans are all carried out online using seamless and secure digital banking apps.  Access to digital financial services is also an essential part of normal … Read more