The Award recognizes and supports individuals, organizations, governments, and other entities who are working towards a world where differences are valued and diverse societies prosper.

In light of ongoing efforts to achieve reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians, in 2021, the Global Centre for Pluralism commissioned historical research, from an Indigenous perspective, on the river and lands surrounding our Ottawa headquarters from Archipel Research and Consulting Inc.

In the spirit of uplifting the voices of women and girls worldwide, the Global Centre for Pluralism and the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Ottawa are proud to present, this three-week virtual film screening featuring two documentary films,  “Bangla Surf Girls” and “The Ants and the Grasshopper”.

On February 23 2022, the Global Centre for Pluralism announced three winners and seven honourable mentions of the 2021 Global Pluralism Award. Congratulations to Hand in Hand: Center for Jewish-Arab Education in Israel, Namati Kenya and Puja Kapai (Hong Kong)!

Join the Global Centre for Pluralism for a livestream of the 2021 Global Pluralism Award Ceremony on Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022 at 12:00 PM (EST). Hosted by Secretary General Meredith Preston McGhie and featuring Jury Chair, the Rt. Honourable Joe Clark, the ceremony will announce the three winners of the 2021 Global Pluralism Award.

In recognition of outstanding achievements to support more inclusive societies worldwide, the renowned international Jury selected 10 finalists for the 2021 Global Pluralism Award.

Join us for an online dialogue hosted by the Global Centre for Pluralism to celebrate the launch of the print edition of Bahiya: The Little Zebra from African Bureau Stories, with opening remarks by former Governor General of Canada and the Centre’s Board member, the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson.