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SWIFT is a peer support group program that utilizes concepts and philosphies based on the teachings of Adler & Perls. We utilize positive peer techniques to effect change and use the model of a modified 'Hot Seat' system to challenge participants' faulty perceptions which may be causing their ongoing issues. Participation in the hot seat segment is voluntary although most are very keen to take part in this exciting model. Our groups are ongoing throughout the year. However, we close annually for three weeks over Christmas and New year. We have a continuous intake and no person is refused help unless the Director feels that individual would be inappropriate for our program for reasons of security or confidentiality. Many stay with the program once they are feeling better, in order to give back to their peers the help and support that they received. For more information please refer to our website: www.swiftselfhelpgroups.org

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety, and freedom. We rescue people whose lives are in danger for being who they are. We protect the most vulnerable refugees, helping them build new lives and reuniting them with their families in safety and freedom. We advocate for the protection of refugees and assure that displaced people are treated with the dignity they deserve. Guided by our Jewish values and history, we bring more than 130 years of expertise to our work with refugees.

The Resurrection Recovery Resource Society, dba Freedom's Door, is a recovery home for men who are homeless and addicted to drugs and alcohol. Many men who come into our program have lived in back alleys or jails and were entirely controlled by their addictions. Many of these men suffer from mental health issues. We offer them hope, healing and wholeness to help them recover from their addictions so that they may live productive lives in the community. Our program is extremely successful and has helped many men who are seeking recovery from their addictions. Men come to our program from all over the Province of British Columbia. Our program takes months to complete and is based upon the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.

Individual Freedom: The Fundamental Freedoms afforded to each and every Canadian by section two of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (the Charter). These freedoms are paramount and embody the very values comprising our democratic society. They are: Freedom of Religion and Conscience Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression Freedom of Peaceful Assembly Freedom of Association Equality before the law: Section 15 of the Charter enumerates the human right held by each and every Canadian to be treated equally before and under the law, and to be afforded equal protection and benefit of the law without discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, age, gender or other such personal characteristics. This right holds each and every Canadian subject to the same laws, and ensures that no individual or group shall receive special legal privileges.

Why Support CJFE: Having a strong base of support is essential for CJFE to achieve its purpose not only of defending the rights of journalists but also of contributing to the development of press freedom and freedom of expression throughout the world. CJFE’s work includes: (a) advocating on free expression issues both in Canada and around the world (b) the management of the world’s largest free expression network, the International Free Expression eXchange (IFEX) which has 80 member organizations around the world; (c) to publicize and profile free expression issues through events including the annual International Press Freedom Awards Dinner which brings together more than 500 journalists and members of the business and legal communities. (d) protecting journalists through its Journalists in Distress Fund. e) In 2009, CJFE is launching the Scotiabank/CJFE Fellowship at Massey College for Latin American journalists. For more information visit www.cjfe.org

The Canadian Constitution Foundation (CCF) acts as a voice for freedom in Canada’s courtrooms and law schools. Through education and litigation, the CCF supports: Individual freedom: the “fundamental freedoms” in section 2 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms: - freedom of association; - freedom of peaceful assembly; - freedom of conscience and religion; - freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression. Economic liberty: the right to earn a living, and to own and enjoy property. Equality before the law: Charter section 15 guarantees equal rights and equal opportunities for all Canadians; special privileges for none.