ISARC
Faith Communities in Action
Against Poverty
The Interfaith Social Assistance Reform Coalition (ISARC) is a non-partisan provincial network of faith groups working together for greater social justice and to eliminate poverty in Ontario through education, advocacy and work with low-income people. ISARC was born out of the hope that faith groups working together can contribute to new public policies based upon greater justice and dignity for Ontarians marginalized by poverty. We work with faith communities, other social justice partners and with government and politicians from all parties.
our Values
Human Dignity
The right of all people and their communities to be treated with justice, love, compassion, and respect, and their responsibility to treat others likewise.
Social Equity
The right of all people to adequate access to basic resources, to full participation in the life and decision-making of their communities.
Mutual Responsibility
The obligation of communities to care and share with their people, ensuring that basic needs are met.
Fiscal Fairness
The right of all people, communities, and institutions to fair fiscal treatment and the responsibility of all to contribute fairly for the well-being of all.
Ecological Sustainability
The obligation of communities to practice responsible stewardship of the earth and its environment, so that creation might be preserved for generations to come.
Economic Equity
The right of all people and communities to adequate access to the resources necessary for full lives, including access to worthwhile work, fair employment considerations, and our communal responsibilities to use such resources responsibly.
Interested in becoming an ISARC Member?
We are expanding our membership of faith leaders and representatives from across Ontario. Contact us today to discuss how you and your community can be involved.
Latest Activities
We are in the process of updating our website. As part of this process, we will be adding activities throughout the coming weeks.
Please continue to check this area for updated ISARC activities.
The ISARC Vigil Returns – Spring 2026
ISARC Endorses Workers’ Action Centre “Stop Wage Theft” campaign
Ontario Pre-Budget Submission 2026
Congratulations to Elected Ontario MPPs 2025
Religious Leaders Forum 2024
Preventing Canada Disability Benefit Clawbacks
Resources
Faith Communities Prepare to Vote – An ISARC Election Resource
Voting as an Unhoused Person in Ontario
Facts about When, How, and Why You Should Vote!
Resources
Browse our list of advocacy resources and partner/related organizations in Ontario.
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