October 17 is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Around the world, people will affirm their commitment to ending poverty. The Week to End Poverty is October 12-19, 2008. This resource provides information on poverty in Canada and can be used with the KAIROS Week to End Poverty resource.

Congregations can:

• Remember October 17 in prayers.
• Learn about poverty in your community. Find opportunities to follow the biblical mandate to “love your neighbour as yourself” (Matt. 22:39).
• Write to your provincial government. If it has not already done so, ask for a plan to reduce poverty with measurable targets and timelines.
• Meet with your elected official at the provincial or federal level. For assistance in preparing to meet with your elected official, please contact Justice Ministries.