Who We Are

Canadian Physicians for Aid & Relief

Canadian Physicians for Aid & Relief (CPAR) is a non-profit development organization that supports community efforts to ensure access to clean water, adequate food, primary health services and a safe and healthy environment.

CPAR works with community members in some of the most remote rural areas in Malawi, Uganda, Ethiopia and Tanzania to implement long-term sustainable programs that are focused on real grassroots change.  CPAR goes where the need is. We work with community members to provide access to life’s most basic needs despite challenges that might be posed by the environment or infrastructure.
"CPAR goes where the need is. We work with community members to provide access to life’s most basic needs despite challenges that might be posed by the environment"
  • The Face of Giving
    Build secure livelihoods in Africa through community fundraising.
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  • Become a Monthly Donor
    CPAR PALs build healthy communities in rural Africa through their monthly donations.
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  • Gifts of Change Catalogue
    With each gift, you'll help a family  or community in rural Africa overcome poverty.
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  • Plant a Tree
    Did you know that the simple act of planting a  tree can help build healthy communities in rural Africa?
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Other Features

  • Blogs from the Countries
    Going to Africa can be done from behind the comfort of your desk as you soak up the stories of travelers and CPAR program staff
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  • The Donor Difference
    Read the stories of donors whose actions have changed lives in Africa
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  • Media Gallery
    Are you looking for more information about CPAR’s work, engaging photos of development in rural Africa or a downloadable media kit?
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  • Resources
    Our resources section will help educators and students find information and tools to help them explore global education and African development
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