Update on Relief Efforts for Cyclone Idai
More information on the catastrophic Tropical Cyclone Idai, which hit South-Eastern Africa on March 14, 2019.
Wednesday March 20, 2019
Hope Amidst the Horror: SOS Keeping Families Together in Syria
Meet Kareem* and Kamal, two SOS success stories from inside Syria, as the on-going civil war ravaging the nation enters its 9th year.
Friday March 15, 2019
Preventing Child Labour and Empowering Girls in Côte d’Ivoire
Tantie bagage is a widespread child labour practice in Côte d’Ivoire, affecting mostly young girls. In Yamoussoukro, these young girls get the…
Wednesday March 13, 2019
SOS Children's Villages Celebrates International Women's Day 2019
SOS Children's Villages Canada is proud to celebrate International Women's Day 2019 and recognize some of the women who make a world of…
Thursday March 7, 2019
From Nightmares to Dreams: An SOS Success Story
A heartfelt thank you letter from Nobhule Mohlala, an SOS Children's Villages alumni.
Friday March 1, 2019
SOS Canada at 50: Taylor's Story
Taylor shares her thoughts about the importance of family and the potential of giving through SOS Children's Villages Canada.
Tuesday February 26, 2019
Supporting the Transition to Work: YouthCan! 2018 Report
YouthCan! supports young people who have lost parental care or are at risk of losing it to successfully transition from school to decent work and to…
Tuesday February 19, 2019
SOS Mourns Loss of Honorary Board Member Michael Wilson
SOS Children's Villages Canada is saddened by the loss of Hon. Michael Wilson.
Monday February 11, 2019
Preventing Violence Against Children in Dominican Republic
In the Dominican Republic, an estimated 6 out of 10 children suffer some form of abuse at home. Child abuse and domestic violence are often the…
How One Family is Rebuilding Their Life in Brazil
A Venezuelan couple and their young daughter get a new start with the help of SOS Children’s Villages.
Monday February 4, 2019
SOS Mother Helps a Young Girl Survive and Thrive
Loulou* is an energetic five-year-old girl, enjoying life to the fullest.
Thursday January 31, 2019
German and Austrian Ambassadors Congratulate SOS Canada on 50 Years
It was an honour to meet with Ambassador Sparwasser, German Ambassador to Canada, and Ambassador Dr. Pehringer, Austrian Ambassador to Canada, at the…
Wednesday January 23, 2019
Bangladesh: Children in Host and Refugee Communities Need Support
There is a growing need to help Bangladeshi families living near Rohingya refugee settlements, says the National Director of SOS Bangladesh.
Thursday January 17, 2019
Rupesh's Story: Discovering his Potential
Rupesh, who grew up in an SOS Children's Village in Nepal, now shares his passion for acting with children and hopes to bring his talent to the big…
Friday January 11, 2019
50th Anniversary Greetings from the President of SOS Children's Villages International
The President of SOS Children's Villages International extends his warmest congratulations and best wishes for the 50th Anniversary of SOS…
Tuesday January 8, 2019
Mayor of Ottawa marks 50th anniversary of SOS Canada
We were honoured to have Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson visit our office and present us with a congratulatory 50th anniversary letter to help…
50th Anniversary Greetings from the Prime Minister of Canada
The Prime Minister of Canada, the Rt. Hon.
Friday January 4, 2019
UN Resolution Will Focus on Children Without Parental Care
In a historic move, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly selected ‘Children without parental care’ as the theme for the ‘Rights of the Child’…
Thursday January 3, 2019
Indonesia: Tsunami update December 24, 2018
On Saturday, December 22, a tsunami followed an eruption and apparent landslide on Anak Krakatau, or Child of Krakatoa, one of the…
Monday December 24, 2018
Abandoned Sisters Find a New Home at SOS Children’s Villages India
For two girls abandoned at a train station in India, they've found a loving home and SOS mother to care and protect them.
Tuesday December 18, 2018
Dembe's Story: Dreams Do Come True
Dembe dreamed of being a midwife but her family's limited resources meant that getting an education was out of reach. With the support…
Friday December 14, 2018
Magaly's Story: How One Young Woman Wants to Inspire Children
Magaly first arrived at an SOS Village in Peru at the age of five. Now 22, she is looking forward to a career as a teacher and helping…
Wednesday December 5, 2018
Young Brothers Help to bring School Supplies to Children in Need
Two young brothers from Sudbury are on a mission with SOS Children's Villages Canada to make a difference in the lives of children who are not…
Friday November 30, 2018
Saving Tendaii's Life
“As a family we do not think Tendaii would be alive today were it not for the support we received from the SOS Family Strengthening team, and now we…
Thursday November 29, 2018
Cirque du Soleil Brings the Transformative Power of Social Circus to At-Risk Children and Youth
Partners like Cirque du Soleil help SOS to provide innovative programming that transforms the lives of vulnerable children and youth around the…
Wednesday November 28, 2018
