For 50 years we’ve been compelled by compassion and the inherent worth and potential of every person, HOPE International Development Agency is a collective of entrepreneurial and dedicated people who are responsive to the realities of overlooked families living in extreme poverty.

OUR STORY

Founded in 1975 - in response to the Ethiopian famines ravaging the country - HOPE gathered a group of committed families, deeply compassionate and dedicated people, to act with love and Christ’s tangible compassion to address extreme need. They had one goal: help people. Today, that goal remains our firm foundation.

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OUR PURPOSE

HOPE mobilizes resources and connects donors, volunteers and teams here in Canada with opportunities to fuel lasting change around the world. Working in 15 countries – with a focus on clean water, food security and livelihoods – together we equip and empower possibility for families through approaches that are resilient, community-led and sustainable.

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OUR PARTNERS

Grassroots, community-based organizations are the heartbeat of HOPE and we keep them central to everything we do. Here’s how. Our local partners collaborate directly with program participants in communities to identify needs, develop solutions, shape initiatives and provide a framework to foster long-term sustainability and self-reliance.

Executive Team

Jon McKenzie - Executive Director

Sean Burke - Chief Operating Officer

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David S. McKenzie - International President

LEADERSHIP

Board of Directors

Ian Warkentin - Chair

Dale Bowler - Vice Chair

Nancy Strong - Treasurer

Bryan Tripp - Secretary

Allen McPhedran - Director

Jenny Soto Martinez - Director

Alicia Moleski - Director

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HOPE strives to stay up to date with evolving discussions and best practices regarding approaches and ethics, as well as maintaining connection and coordination with key networks operating within Canada and internationally.

The networks and forums which HOPE is a member of include:
• The Humanitarian Response Network of Canada (VIEW)
• The Canadian Partnership for Women’s and Children’s Health (VIEW)
• The Canadian Food Security Policy Group (VIEW)
• The CHS Alliance (VIEW)
• The British Columbia Council for International Cooperation (VIEW)
• The Manitoba Council for International Cooperation (VIEW)
• The Accord Network (VIEW)
•The Canadian Centre of Christian Charities (VIEW)

Together, supporting families in their efforts to step out of poverty