THE KANPE FOUNDATION In Haitian Creole, “kanpe” means to stand up. The KANPE Foundation was founded by strong, successful women of the Haitian diaspora in Canada. Régine Chassagne is the co-founder of the internationally renowned band Arcade Fire, and Dominique Anglade is a prominent business and academic leader in Quebec. KANPE is a foundation that
Read MoreEsmine Siméon, 38, is a native of Baille Tourible and the mother of three children. She is a tradeswoman. Taking part in the soil conservation work was a duty for her and the other members of the women’s associations. For Esmine, this work is of particular importance, as it protects her land from erosion caused
Read MoreChristian Pierre has been a farmer and tradesman in Baille Tourible for several decades. A father of five children who has also adopted two others, he is deeply attached to his community. It was with great pleasure that he agreed to take an active part in soil conservation work. For Christian, soil conservation is much
Read MoreAt around 8 o’clock this morning, a team of eight men and four women gathered on the southern slopes of the Grande Plaine model forest. After exchanging greetings, the team leader, an MPP technician, gives the instructions. While the women set off in search of stones, one of them begins to prepare a meal for
Read MoreAt Baille Tourible, soil conservation work plays a crucial role in climate resilience efforts. By protecting soils from erosion, these projects help to maintain the fertility of farmland, which is essential for food security. They also serve to regulate the flow of water, preventing floods and droughts. Work began in February last year, during the
Read MoreAs you may have heard, the security situation in Haiti has recently worsened, leading to a state of emergency declaration in Port-au-Prince, the capital, since Sunday. We remain concerned about the situation and hope for a quick resolution to the current unrest. So far the communities we support, nestled in the mountains of the Central
Read MoreSince our establishment in Haiti’s Central Plateau, KANPE has made supporting disadvantaged rural communities its mission. We believe that development must be approached comprehensively because the roots of impoverishment in these historically neglected communities are manifold. Therefore, every development initiative must address problems from all angles. By supporting health, we ensure that communities are robust
Read MoreToday marks the 220th anniversary of Haiti’s independence. Happy birthday to all Haitians! Happy New Year 2024 to all!
Read MoreAs the year draws to a close, we’d like to wish you a happy holiday season and take this opportunity to thank you for your support in enabling the community of Baille Tourible to continue its journey toward autonomy. 2023 has been a pivotal year for the community, with the strengthening of several projects aimed
Read MoreFor the holidays, add a Creole touch to your dishes with this recipe of the “tout trempé”, a typically Haitian homemade marinade also known as “epis”. You can use it to season your chicken, beef or fish. Your taste buds will thank you! Ingredients 10 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed 5 shallots, coarsely chopped 3
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