On March 18, 2010, Stand Chapters across the country will come together to honour those who have fallen victim to the genocide in Darfur. Join us as we each light a candle in honour of those who have died and take action for those who are still suffering. See below to find the vigil or event happening in your city.

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The Chapter Digest is finally back!  After a few months hiatus, we are pleased to announce that information about your local chapters is now available.  The Chapter Digest is intended to provide chapters with new ideas for awareness and fundraising events as well as a forum in which all STAND members can exchange ideas and best practices.  Enjoy! Read the rest of this entry »

BBC breaking news

by Alexa Huffman

In my recent article, there were a few errors that need to be addressed. The first was when I addressed President Bashir as facing charges that could lead to an arrest warrant; I meant that there have been changes by the International Criminal Court in the case against President Bashir, where now a genocide charge is possible.  There has already been an arrest warrant issued against Bashir but on different charges.

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Thank you to everyone who attended the screening of Darfur at the Scotiabank Theatre in Toronto. We had an amazing turnout, and a great response to the event, which included a Q&A session after the film with panelists Ismail Adam (Darfur Association of Canada), Olivia Chow (MP for Trinity Spadina), Benjamin Shinewald (Canadian Jewish Congress National Executive Director) and Anne Wagner (Director of STAND Canada).

See below for pictures from the event, and if you live in Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, or Edmonton, be sure to attend a screening in your city TONIGHT! Tickets are on sale at http://standcanada.org/darfurfilm/buy-tickets/.
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