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THE VOICE OF HUMANIST CANADA
YOUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
November 2025
Turning of the Seasons: Rituals and Reflections | Winter Edition ❄️
Join us as we come together to welcome the stillness and reflection of winter in the spirit of Humanism. This seasonal gathering, guided by Megan Sheldon, invites you to celebrate the rhythms of nature’s quiet season through poetry, music, and shared rituals that honor the deep beauty of winter’s light and shadow. Rooted in Humanist values, this event creates a warm, inclusive space to connect with ourselves, our community, and the cycles that shape our lives.
📅 Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 🕓 Time: 1:00 PM EST / 10:00 AM PST 📍 Location: Online (Zoom)
What to Expect:
❄ Winter Reflection – A guided pause to honor the year’s darkest days. 🎶 Creative Expressions – Poetry, music, and stories on light, resilience, and connection. ✨ Ritual & Connection – An interactive ceremony embracing light and renewal. 💬 Open Mic – An opportunity for personal reflections and creative sharing.
Free for Humanist Canada members—register through the Members Portal.
On November 3rd, we gathered with friends and fellow humanists to welcome Gary McLelland, Chief Executive of Humanists International, to discuss the role of humanist resistance in defending human rights and democracy across the world.
Gary shared powerful insights on how humanists around the world are standing up for freedom, equality, and reason, highlighted new initiatives in Berlin, and spoke about exciting plans for the 2026 World Humanist Congress, coming to Ottawa next August.
Exciting news about the World Humanist Congress 2026 is coming soon—stay tuned!
📝 Poem:
Humanism's Groundswell, by Craig Barlow
New Member Orientation!
Are you new to Humanist Canada? Join our monthly virtual New Member Welcome Session, happening every last Wednesday of the month!
Starting something new can feel unfamiliar, but connecting with fellow Humanists who share your values and curiosity makes the journey inspiring and rewarding. As you explore Humanism in action and get to know our organization, we warmly welcome you into our nationwide community of thoughtful freethinkers.
Upcoming Session:
📅 When: Wednesday, November 26 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM ET 📍 Where: ZOOM
Come engage with passionate Humanists from coast to coast and start shaping the future of Humanism in Canada—one meaningful conversation at a time. 🧡
Everything Humanist Canada does—from national conversations on ethics and science to local gatherings and online learning—is powered entirely by our dedicated community.
So far, we’ve raised $5,000 toward our $20,000 goal. It’s a strong start, but to sustain and grow our work, we need your support.
Why Your Contribution Matters:
Hosting conversations that cut through misinformation and promote critical thinking
Advocating for evidence-based policies that protect equality and human rights
Amplifying Humanist voices to champion reason, compassion, and justice
Humanism in action means standing up for science and justice when they are most under threat. But without adequate resources, we won’t be able to reach more people or hold more important conversations.
How You Can Help:
Donate today to strengthen Humanist education, advocacy, and community across Canada
Share your “Why Humanism Now” story to inspire others
Together, we can keep Humanism strong, connected, and ready for what comes next.
📆 Next Reading on December 2nd:“One Day Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This” by Omar El-Akkad
Omar El-Akkad's book explores the experiences of being brown, black, or part of any racialized group in the West amid the collapse of the old world order and the erosion of Western cultural values. Since the “War on Terror” post-9/11 and more markedly after October 7th, racialized communities have faced vilification, stereotyping, suspicion, and dehumanization. El-Akkad’s work offers a social justice and Humanist perspective, prompting reflection on how Humanism can restore faith in dignity, democracy, and human rights
This event is open to Humanist Canada members only. For more information, contact bookclub@humanistcanada.ca.
Be part of a growing community that champions reason, compassion, and secular values in Canada. As a member of Humanist Canada, you’ll gain access to exclusive events, resources, and advocacy efforts that promote humanist values nationwide.
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