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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 15h

Good books are even better when you have people to talk about them with. Our monthly book club brings readers together to exchange ideas and explore each month’s selection from different perspectives. Register through our digital calendar to join the next discussion: tinyurl.com/3k45r9y4

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 04/10/2026

Separation of church and state helps ensure that public schools, courts, hospitals, and other public institutions serve people of every faith and no faith. It prevents religious beliefs from determining people’s rights, choices, or access to public services.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 02/10/2026

Women have shaped every part of our shared story, often while facing barriers that kept their work and leadership from receiving the recognition they deserved. This Women’s History Month, we honour the women who changed the world and continue the work of building a more equal future.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 01/10/2026

Human dignity demands that we defend people’s right to live freely and stand as equals. That means confronting discrimination wherever it restricts someone’s freedom or shuts them out of society. Everyone deserves dignity, so we must defend it.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 01/10/2026

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation confronts the history of residential schools, where Indigenous children were taken from their families to erase their cultures and identities. Reconciliation means facing that history and supporting Indigenous-led efforts to repair ongoing harm.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 29/09/2026

Humanism is the way forward. Listen to our Executive Director, Janalee Morris, on the Canadian Atheist Podcast as she shares her perspective on humanism and the work ahead. Stream the full episode on Apple Podcasts.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 27/09/2026

Access to contraception gives people greater control over their bodies and their futures. Reproductive freedom means being able to decide whether and when to become pregnant. Contraception is part of that freedom, and access to it should never depend on income, geography, or others’ beliefs.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 26/09/2026

Our freedom is fullest when we want it for others too.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 25/09/2026

Canada’s secular foundation helps protect everyone’s freedom of belief, including the freedom not to believe. Religious freedom works best when government does not favour one faith over another, or religion over nonreligion.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 24/09/2026

People often ask where nonreligious people get their morality, as though religion were the only possible foundation for right and wrong. We look at how moral thinking can develop outside religion through reflection on how our choices affect other people.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 23/09/2026

We will never all think alike, live alike, or move through the world in the same way. Precisely because those differences are part of being human, they can never be a reason to deny someone dignity or belonging.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 22/09/2026

Our new digital event calendar is now live! It’s now easier to see what’s happening across the Humanist Canada community and find opportunities to come together. Take a look at what’s ahead and register directly through the calendar: tinyurl.com/3k45r9y4

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 21/09/2026

Leaving a high-control religion is often only the beginning. Master Practitioner Clinical Counsellor (MPCC) and religious trauma recovery coach Janice Selbie explores the lasting impact of religious trauma and the difficult process of rebuilding a life beyond belief.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 14/09/2026

Building a more humane world means taking seriously the conditions people actually live under and asking whether our institutions and public choices make those lives safer, freer and more dignified. When they fall short, we have a responsibility to question them and work toward something better.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 12/09/2026

Humanist chaplaincy continues to grow within the Canadian Armed Forces! The enrolment of OCdt Silvana Morales-Boiardi marks another important step toward ensuring non-religious members of the military have access to meaningful pastoral and spiritual care that reflects their worldview.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 09/09/2026

Change can be unsettling, but so can refusing to change. Bertrand Russell understood that human flourishing depends on our capacity to respond to the world as it is becoming rather than simply preserving the world as it was. #Humanism #QuoteOfTheDay

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 03/09/2026

Secularism supports human rights, advances scientific progress, protects religious freedom, and upholds the separation of church and state. As a nonprofit humanist organization, we envision a secular Canadian society guided by reason, science, and compassion.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 02/09/2026

As we head into September, we’re still thinking about an extraordinary few days in Ottawa. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the World Humanist Congress 2026 and helped make it such a memorable gathering. You showed us what the Canadian and international humanist movements are made of!

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 30/08/2026

Rebecca Goldstein’s keynote at the World Humanist Congress looked to history for reasons to hope. Humanism has helped transform societies before. Her challenge to us now is to remember how that change happened, and what it asks of us today. Read her reflection on the Congress: tinyurl.com/ysfr7e3y

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 25/08/2026

What does humanist care look like when someone is facing grief, uncertainty, change, or simply needs someone to talk to? Join us on September 6th for a virtual information session about becoming a Humanist Canada chaplain and learn more about the path to chaplaincy.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 23/08/2026

There was a lot happening in Ottawa in the days leading up to the World Humanist Congress! Participants from Europe and North America gathered for the Inaugural International Military Humanist Chaplaincy Conference, where years of international conversations became something more tangible.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 11/08/2026

Christian nationalism is gaining ground, but humanism has a powerful alternative to put forward. @americanhumanist.bsky.social

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 11/08/2026

Because this life is the one life we have ✨

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 08/08/2026

Janalee Morris, our executive director, and Martin Frith, our president, have been busy in Ottawa during World Humanist Congress weekend! Catch them on Rogers TV’s Ottawa in the Know, where they sat down with host Julie Findlay to talk about the Canadian humanist movement and the Congress.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 06/08/2026

Philosophy invites us to examine the reasons behind what we believe. Tomorrow, Rebecca Goldstein will deliver the opening keynote at the World Humanist Congress. It's a fitting way to begin a weekend dedicated to ideas that continue to shape our shared future.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 02/08/2026

A better future rarely arrives on its own. It grows through the steady efforts of ordinary people, which is why Camus' words continue to resonate across generations.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 28/07/2026

What kind of society do we want to build? It's a question worth asking again and again. Especially at a time when democracies are under pressure, public trust is declining, and disagreement can too easily turn into division.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 26/07/2026

The countdown is on! For three days, humanists from around the world will come together to explore the future of the humanist movement and discuss how our shared values can help respond to the growing challenges of authoritarianism and threats to human rights. We can't wait to welcome you 🌟

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 24/07/2026

Is humanism uniquely Western, or do its values transcend cultures? Drawing on his travels through Asia, member Billy Pang explores the many ways humanist values are expressed through culture, community, and everyday life in Tokyo, Taipei, and Hong Kong. Read the blog: tinyurl.com/mr3whfh3

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 23/07/2026

A message worth remembering in divisive times.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 23/07/2026

One of the best parts of being a Humanist Canada member is getting to know the people behind the movement. Each week, members from across Canada come together to catch up, share what's on their minds, and enjoy each other's company in a welcoming online space.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 22/07/2026

Happy humanists? More like happy hikers! After a busy month, members of our New Brunswick Chapter took some time to reconnect with nature and with one another on a hike through the beautiful Sussex Bluffs. Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such an enjoyable afternoon.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 20/07/2026

A new episode of The Voice of Canadian Humanism is out! This week, Daniel Dacombe sits down with our Executive Director, Janalee Morris, to discuss her journey from Rocky Mountain Atheists to helping bring the World Humanist Congress to Canada for the very first time.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 20/07/2026

As conversations about gender identity continue to evolve, questions about rights, ethics, and public institutions have become increasingly important. Join us for a timely webinar with Dr. Aaron Devor that explores how transgender rights intersect with gender-segregated institutions.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 18/07/2026

We're pleased to welcome Anne-Marie Tapp as a speaker at the 2026 World Humanist Congress. With the Congress just weeks away, excitement is building for three days of insightful conversations, new ideas, and meaningful connections among humanists from around the world!

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 16/07/2026

Humanism calls us to keep learning, questioning, and striving to make the world a little more just, compassionate, and humane. The work is never finished, but every thoughtful action and every effort to improve the lives of others helps move us forward.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 14/07/2026

The World Humanist Congress 2026 is officially sold out! Thank you to everyone who has purchased a ticket. We can’t wait to welcome you to Ottawa this August. The overwhelming response speaks to the strength, energy, and momentum of the global humanist movement.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 13/07/2026

This historic gathering marks the beginning of a renewed chapter for the Canadian humanist movement. Together with advocates from around the world, we'll spend three days sharing ideas and organizing for the future of humanism in Canada and beyond. Get your tickets: hmnts.in/WHC2026-Regi...

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 13/07/2026

Looking for your next summer read? Humanism: Canadian Perspectives is a bilingual (English/French) collection of essays that explores how humanism is shaped by Canada's histories, diverse communities, and enduring commitment to democracy and human dignity. Pick up your copy: tinyurl.com/4cyuuh7w

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 12/07/2026

Join us for our next Humanist Hangout, a relaxed online gathering where you can connect with others, share ideas, and enjoy meaningful discussion. Everyone is welcome, whether you're a Humanist Canada member or simply interested in learning more. Meet us here: tinyurl.com/2vxty5p5

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 11/07/2026

The pursuit of truth isn't always comfortable, but it is one of humanity's greatest strengths. Carl Sagan reminds us that understanding the world as it truly is requires curiosity, evidence, and a willingness to question even our most deeply held beliefs.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 10/07/2026

We hope you’ll join us Winnipeg humanists! Spend an afternoon with Humanist Canada Executive Director Janalee Morris and the local humanist community as we visit the Canadian Museum for Human Rights before gathering for dinner at The Forks.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 09/07/2026

As our understanding of the world evolves, so do the questions we ask about meaning, morality, purpose, and how we ought to live. For philosopher Rebecca Goldstein, these are questions that deserve careful thought, open inquiry, and a willingness to follow the evidence wherever it leads.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 08/07/2026

Our New Brunswick Chapter is officially underway! If you're in New Brunswick and would like to get involved, we'd love to hear from you! Reach out to nbchapter@humanistcanada.ca.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 06/07/2026

A strong humanist movement depends on people who believe that reason, compassion, and human dignity are worth standing up for. If you share our vision, we'd be proud to have you as part of our community. Become a member today: tinyurl.com/38z4tapx

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 04/07/2026

A new episode of The Voice of Canadian Humanism is now available! In this conversation, Humanist Canada's Daniel Dacombe sits down with sociologists Sarah Wilkins-Laflamme and Joel Thiessen to explore religion and atheism in contemporary society. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 02/07/2026

Inspiration often begins by bringing people together. That's why Humanist Canada Board Member Daniel McPhee is looking forward to connecting with humanists from around the world and being inspired by new ideas, meaningful conversations, and a shared commitment to building a better future.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 01/07/2026

Happy Canada Day from all of us at Humanist Canada! 🇨🇦💕 As Canada looks to the future, we believe humanism will continue to play an important role in building a society that is compassionate, secular, democratic, and grounded in our shared humanity.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 01/07/2026

We're delighted to welcome Sarah Wilkins-Laflamme and Daniel Dacombe to the speaker lineup for the 2026 World Humanist Congress. Together, they’ll contribute valuable perspectives on the changing place of religion and humanism in society and the role of secular voices in shaping our shared future.

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Humanist Canada @humanistcanada.ca · 26/06/2026

Abortion is often framed as something exceptional, controversial, or unspeakable. But what if it wasn't? In this episode of Choice Chat, Dr. Shannon Stettner joins host AJ Ware to discuss abortion stigma, cultural expectations, and what it would mean to treat abortion as ordinary healthcare.

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