Our first-ever Seasonal Ritual Gathering was a heartfelt and meaningful experience. With nearly 30 participants from across the country, we lit candles together, explored personal symbols of spring, and reflected on the season’s themes of renewal, emergence, and hope. We shared poetry, stories, and collective wisdom in a space of care, connection, and intention.
Thank you to everyone who joined us – and for those who missed it, the recording and a feedback form were sent by email to all registrants. Stay tuned! We’ll be announcing the dates for our summer, fall, and winter gatherings very soon.
Let’s keep planting seeds of meaning and community together. 🌿
Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer le lancement de « Connection humaniste - Rencontres hebdomadaires » !
🌐 Rejoignez-nous en ligne pour : ✔ Connecter en français avec d’autres humanistes ✔ Rester au courant des dernières nouvelles ✔ Partager vos préoccupations et vos accomplissements ✔ Ou simplement nous dire à quoi vous pensez ces temps-ci
📍 Nos discussions ont lieu chaque mardi, de 19h00 à 20h00 HNE.
📌 Cet événement s'adresse aux membres d'Humanist Canada seulement.
Time: Thursdays 6:00–7:00 PM ET | 3:00–4:00 PM PT Where: Zoom (link available in your member portal)
Here’s What You Missed at the last Members Connect!
At our latest Members Connect gathering, we welcomed new faces, swapped stories about how folks found their way to Humanism, and had a thoughtful (and occasionally hilarious) discussion about what makes someone a “good” Humanist. We also got real about website feedback, volunteer burnout, and why $50 can go a long way in building a movement powered by values, not profits.
💡 What’s next? Upcoming gatherings may explore questions like:
What’s the role of ceremony and ritual in Humanism?
How do we welcome more diverse voices into the community?
Why did YOU become a Humanist?
Curious? Come join the conversation. It’s casual, member-led, and a great way to connect across time zones and perspectives.
Access the meeting link via your member portal – we hope to see you there!
All members are welcome!
Tomorrow: Humanist Canada Book Club: Special Author Event with Nate Hendley
The Humanist Canada Book Club is pleased to welcome acclaimed author Nate Hendley for a special discussion on his latest book, Atrocity on the Atlantic: Attack on a Canadian Hospital Ship During the Great War. This compelling historical account details a shocking war crime—the attack on a Canadian hospital ship by one of the Kaiser's U-boats (or submarines).
Date: April 1, 2025 Location: Online (via the Humanist Canada Member Portal)
Nate Hendley is a respected author, best known for his work in true crime, and a member of Crime Writers of Canada. Atrocity on the Atlantic brings his sharp investigative lens to history, shedding light on an often-overlooked chapter of wartime atrocities.
All Humanist Canada members are encouraged to read the book and join the discussion. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with the author and explore the ethical, historical, and humanist implications of war crimes and justice.
For more information, contact Jim McDonald, Humanist Officiant and Book Club member at: jim.mcdonald@humanistcanada.ca
📚 Club de lecture en français 📚
Si vous êtes humaniste et francophone et que vous aimez la lecture autant que nous, nous vous invitons (avec grand plaisir !) à rejoindre notre tout premier club de lecture francophone.
📖 Prochaines lectures : 📅 28 avril – Si c’est un homme (Primo Levi)
📌 Cet événement s'adresse aux membres d'Humanist Canada seulement.
We love seeing grassroots events that bring together secular thinkers, and the Western Canadian Reason Conference 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting one! Hosted by Rocky Mountain Atheists, this gathering of freethinkers, skeptics, and humanists will take place May 2nd to 4th, 2025, at the Sandman Hotel in downtown Calgary.
With speakers like Seth Andrews, Forrest Valkai, Dr. Eugenie Scott, Susan Gerbic, and Dr. Rodney Schmaltz, the event promises engaging discussions on reason, science, and critical thinking. If you're interested in connecting with others who share secular values, this could be a great opportunity!
Community-driven events like this help strengthen conversations around secularism—check it out if you're in the area!
OHS "#FillYourLife" Conference 2025
Humanist Canada is pleased to support and promote the Ontario Humanist Society (OHS) "#FillYourLife" Conference on April 26–27, 2025—a weekend of inspiring talks, critical discussions, and community-building.
📍 Location: Holiday Inn and Suites - Aurora 📅 Dates: Saturday, April 26 & Sunday, April 27, 2025
🎤 Engaging Speakers & Panels
Christina Cody – Reforming Ontario’s publicly funded Catholic school system
Leslie Rosenblood – The financial cost of religion in Canada
Justin Ling – The rise of the far-right in Canada
Sandra Seepaul – Addressing food insecurity on a global scale
🍽️ Catered meals, networking opportunities, and community connections 🖥️ Select sessions available via Zoom (AGMs only)
💡 Humanist Canada members receive a special registration discount!
For just $50 a year, you can become a Humanist Canada member and unlock all the events, perks, and warm fuzzy feelings of supporting humanist values across the country.
Keep track of all our upcoming events and meeting times in one convenient place. There’s always something exciting happening—be sure to stay in the loop!
We value your membership, volunteer efforts, and financial support. Together, we’re fostering a vibrant community, advancing Humanist values, and creating meaningful change.
If you’d like to make an impact, consider making a donation today. Your support helps us sustain our programs, expand our reach, and grow our shared vision for a better future.
Thank you for being an essential part of the Humanist Canada community!
Humanistes francophones: Composez-vous des poèmes?
Humanist Canada prépare un livre bilingue intitulé Humanisme - Perspectives canadiennes, un recueil de citations, illustrations et poèmes d'humanistes canadiens. Il reste encore de la place pour ajouter quelques poèmes en français. Si vous souhaitez contribuer, envoyez vos propositions à mc.khadij@humanistcanada.caavant le 30 mars. À vos plumes!
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