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THE VOICE OF HUMANIST CANADA
YOUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Welcome to the July Edition of Humanist Canada’s Newsletter!
With summer in full swing and long days inviting us outdoors, July is the perfect time to discover fresh ways to connect and engage with the Humanist Canada community. In this edition, you’ll find highlights from the recent Humanist international conference in Luxembourg. We’re also featuring meaningful ways to get involved—whether through our new Legacy Giving Program, serving on our Board as Volunteer Treasurer, contributing to our Guest Blog Series.
Dans cette édition, vous trouverez des temps forts de la récente conférence internationale humaniste à Luxembourg. Nous mettons également en avant des façons concrètes de vous impliquer—que ce soit à travers notre nouveau programme de dons planifiés, en tant que trésorier·ère bénévole au sein de notre conseil d’administration, ou en contribuant à notre série de blogs invités. Nous vous invitons également à nous joindre à l'un de nos prochains club de lecture francophone!
– The Humanist Canada Team
Humanist Canada President Attended Humanists International 2025 Conference
Martin Frith, President of Humanist Canada, attended HumanistsInternational’s 2025 General Assembly and International Humanist Conference, which is hosted by AHA Luxembourg
This major event brought together humanist leaders and advocates from around the globe to exchange ideas and advance the movement’s shared values.
The conference’s theme, “From Awareness to Action: Strengthening Open Societies through Scientific Literacy”, emphasized the crucial role of critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making in shaping open and resilient societies.
Looking ahead, the next World Humanist Congress will take place in Ottawa in 2026—a significant opportunity for Canada to host the global humanist community and further strengthen international collaboration.
Introducing the New Humanist Canada Legacy Giving Program
We’re excited to launch a new way to make a lasting difference through our Legacy Giving Program. By including Humanist Canada in your Will, you help ensure that secular education, critical thinking, and compassionate values continue to thrive for generations to come.
It’s simple to get started: Add a charitable bequest to an existing Will, or create one from home with Epilogue—our trusted Canadian partner.
We’ve negotiated an exclusive 20% discount for Humanist Canada members, and volunteers are eligible for an additional discount.
You’re not required to include Humanist Canada in your Will, but if you choose to, your legacy will help shape a more rational, empathetic future.
💬 Legacy giving isn’t about the amount—it’s about passing on your values.
We also invite you to join our new Humanist Legacy Society—a community of supporters who’ve committed to this meaningful form of giving.
Are you experienced in financial management and passionate about making a difference in the nonprofit sector? We invite you to consider joining our board of directors as Treasurer!
Remote role: Contribute from anywhere, dedicating about 8–10 hours each month.
Key responsibilities:
Manage and oversee budgeting processes
Prepare and present financial reports
Play a key role in shaping the organization’s financial planning
If you’re eager to support meaningful work and lend your expertise, we’d love to hear from you.
Alors que l'été bât son plein, nous espérons que vous profitez du Soleil autant que possible. Le club de lecture franco tiendra ses prochaines rencontres à partir d'août. Voici les dates de prochaines discussions qui sont planifiées, de 19h à 21h.
📕 25 août 2025 : Klara et le soleil, de Kazuo Ishiguro.
📗 22 septembre 2025: Les quatre accords toltèques, de Don Miguel Ruiz.
📘 20 octobre 2025: L'art de mourir, de Marie de Hennezel.
Les rencontres ont été planifiées d'avance pour aider à jongler avec le retour en classes et l'organisation de la vie en général.
Call for Contributors: Humanist Canada Guest Blog Series
We’re thrilled to invite you to contribute to our Guest Blog Series, spotlighting the diverse voices within our Humanist Canada community. This is an excellent chance to offer your insights, stories, and reflections on today’s pressing topics—all through a humanist perspective.
Whether you’re passionate about ethics, science, social justice, or human rights, we encourage submissions that challenge, inform, and inspire meaningful conversation.
💡 Want to get involved? We’ll provide straightforward submission guidelines to help you craft a piece that embodies the Humanist principles of critical thinking, empathy, and rationality.
In this second episode of the podcast Choice Chat, host Tara speaks with registeredmidwife Jenni Huntley and nurse practitioner/midwife Christy Tashjian about what to expect when navigating abortion care in Canada.
The conversation walks listeners through each step of the process—before, during, and after an abortion—highlighting the differences between medical and surgical options, what people may experience physically and emotionally, and why access to support and clear information is crucial. Together, they address the stigma that often surrounds abortion and emphasize the importance of approaching this common pregnancy outcome with compassion, respect, and informed care.
Book Recommendation: Exploring Life Beyond Religion
Looking for thoughtful summer reading? Done: How to Flourish After Leaving Religion by psychologist Daryl Van Tongeren is an inspiring guide for anyone curious about living a secular life.
Find Compassionate Guidance: The book provides supportive advice for anyone navigating religious transition, seeking new sources of meaning, and building authentic connections.
For Every Step of the Journey: Whether you’re just beginning to question, or have already embraced a secular path, this book offers valuable insights for all stages.
💡 Want to learn more? We recently interviewed Dr. Van Tongeren on our podcast, where he shared wisdom about personal growth after leaving religion.
🎧 Listen now: Search for our show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to hear the full conversation!
Your membership, volunteer efforts, and financial support help us advance reason, compassion, and secular values across Canada. Every contribution strengthens our work in advocacy, education, and community building.
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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