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Welcome to Juli Pisano!
November 13, 2013It is with great enthusiasm that KANPE announces Juli Pisano as the newest addition to its permanent staff. Since Monday, November 11th, she serves as a coordinator. For the past 15 years, Juli has worked with various non-profit organizations in the cultural sector. She ran funding activities for DARE-DARE’s artist center, was Editor in Chief
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New Cases of Cholera Treated in Baille Tourible
October 22, 2013Throughout 2012, the clinic had no recorded cases of cholera. But suddenly, in July 2013, a new cholera epidemic hit Baille Tourible, following a heavier rainy season than the previous year. The Ministry of Public Health’s resources were made available to Zanmi Lasante, one of KANPE’s partners, to care for the ill. A doctor and
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New Partnership for a Training Program in Agriculture
October 14, 2013Good news! The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the KANPE Foundation began a partnership to create a training program focusing on agricultural needs in Haiti. With the goal of creating a lasting impact in Haitian communities, this program will enable local farmers to bolster their professional expertise as a step to achieving their financial independence.
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The KANPE Nutrition Program cares for 117 children
September 30, 2013The KANPE Nutrition Program began operating on a regular basis in May 2013 at the Clinic of Baille Tourible. Théodonna Louis (sitting at the table in the below photo), the nurse in charge of the program, is responsible for a total of 117 malnourished children. Once a month, the clinic receives from Zanmi Lasante –
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Happy Mother’s Day ! Bòn fèt manman !
May 19, 2013On this very special day, we want to congratulate all Baille Tourible moms for all the effort they undertake every day for their families. In the spotlight today is the story of Elienne, a mother of 25 years old whose living conditions have improved significantly, thanks to the KANPE Foundation Family Support Program. Originally, Elienne,
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Graduation at Baille Tourible
April 22, 2013On March 8th, KANPE visited Baille Tourible in Haiti to honour 338 women who have taken control of their destiny. The video presentation is here. After going through an 18 month support program, these women -who were among the most vulnerable in their community- have found a way out of their misery by developing skills
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The KANPE KANAVAL is coming!
February 6, 2013Get a taste of the upcoming KANAVAL festivities here The KANAVAL evening is a unique event organized in collaboration with POP Montréal and the PHI Center, created so that you can celebrate the Haitian carnival right here in Montreal while you support our work on the ground in Baille Tourible! There are four ways to
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Mark your calendars – it’s the KANPE KANAVAL!
December 24, 2012Haiti Carnival comes to Montreal February 23rd at the PHI center. This fundraising evening presented by KANPE will include Haitian music and very special guests. Come experience Haitian Kanaval with vibrant art, masks, dancing, prizes, and more! Stay tuned for more details coming January 10th. For info : administration AT kanpe DOT org
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Air Canada Foundation sent employees in Baille Tourible
December 19, 2012From November 27 to December 11, 2012, Baille Tourible hosted four employees of Air Canada, selected by the Air Canada Foundation. Michelle, Christine, Debbie and Daniel gave two weeks of their time to projects in the area. In addition to participating in the construction of the school and the road, they took part in sports
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