The ISARC Vigil Returns – Spring 2026
Join us for the return of the ISARC Spring Vigil, a multi-faith prayer event grounded in ISARC’s core values. This gathering will bring together faith leaders from
March 23, 2026
Activities
ISARC Endorses Workers’ Action Centre “Stop Wage Theft” campaign
ISARC has endorsed the Stop Wage Theft campaign, urging the Ontario government to enforce fair wages and hold employers accountable. Millions of workers face stolen wages every year. Add your voice and help end wage theft by signing the campaign letter.
February 23, 2026
Ontario Pre-Budget Submission 2026
ISARC makes recommendations to the Ontario government ahead of the 2026 provincial budget.
February 23, 2026
Congratulations to Elected Ontario MPPs 2025
ISARC sent a letter to all elected Members of Provincial Parliament, offering congratulations and urging them to prioritize fairness, dignity, and inclusion in legislative and budget decisions.
April 24, 2025
Activities
Religious Leaders Forum 2024
Register for our 2024 forum on November 20th from 9am-2pm at Queen’s Park! Livestream access available.
November 4, 2024
Preventing Canada Disability Benefit Clawbacks
On September 30, 2024, ISARC sent a letter to Premier Doug Ford urging the Ontario government to ensure the full value of the new Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) reaches people with disabilities.
September 30, 2024
May 1, 2024
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ISARC calls for steps to counter poverty in 2019 budget
Given a deepening crisis of poverty, Ontario’s next provincial budget, expected in March or April, must contain strong anti-poverty measures, such as a minimum $100 per month increase in social assistance rates for single people, reinstatement of the Basic Income Pilot Project, increased funding for affordable housing, and a
March 18, 2019
Protecting Seniors from Abuse and Neglect
ISARC’s Phase 1 closing submissions to The Public Inquiry into the Safety and Security of Residents in the Long-Term Care Homes System: As Ontario’s major faith-based social justice coalition, the Interfaith Social Assistance Reform Coalition (ISARC) welcomed the opportunity to present to the Commission, submissions in respect of the
March 18, 2019
ISARC Statement on Social Assistance
December 17, 2018 The Ontario Government’s new Social Assistance Plan falls far short of achieving the government’s intentions of wanting to provide vulnerable Ontarians with compassion and dignity while promoting their participation in the workforce. While there are some positive measures, overall the government’s plan falls short of those objectives
March 18, 2019
2017 Leaders’ Forum
Faith Leaders’ Forum to Hear from Party Leaders, Researchers, Clergy, Activists & Precarious Workers This year’s theme, Election 2018: Voting to End Poverty will attract religious leaders from across the province for a one-day Forum. Keynote speakers include Dr. Gary Bloch of the Income Security Reform Working Group and Deena
December 12, 2017
Prayer Vigil on April 5th, 2017 – Faith Leaders pray for our elected representatives for a poverty free Ontario
On April 5th, 2017, Faith Leaders from across the province met at Queen’s Park to pray for Ontario’s Members of Provincial Parliament. The focus of the prayers was for elected representatives to fulfill their responsibility to ensure that the Budget will effectively and immediately address the cycle of poverty that
December 1, 2017
ISARC welcomes proposed changes to minimum wage, employment standards!
ISARC welcomes proposed changes to minimum wage, employment standards! The changes proposed by the Premier to the Cabinet addressing employment standards, raising the minimum wage to $15, removing barriers to collective bargaining and setting new standards such as paid sick leave are welcome moves, says ISARC, the Interfaith Social Assistance
May 15, 2017
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Join us Weds. May 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of Queen's Park as we pray for our elected representatives and all who are living in poverty and precarity in our province. Come for the full four hours or whatever time you can spare! RSVP to isarc.ca/vigil so we can plan for numbers!
Greetings of peace to all our Muslim faith community members as you begin the month of Ramadan!
📢 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!It's that time again for our annual Religious Leaders Forum at Queen's Park. Join Us for vital conversations on homelessness, housing insecurity, and social assistance in Ontario. 🌍✨Whether in person or from the comfort of your home via livestream, let’s come together to find solutions and make a difference for marginalized communities and help drive action for a more just and equitable Ontario.➡️ Register for In-Person Attendance: isarcforum2024.eventbrite.ca/➡️ Register for Livestream Access: isarcforum2024-livestream.eventbrite.ca/
ISARC Religious Leaders Forum 2024 – IN PERSON (Queen's Park)
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Join us Nov 20 at Queen’s Park to tackle Ontario's housing crisis. Engage, act, and push back for a more just future.
Wishing Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and all who celebrate it a happy Diwali!
SAVE THE DATE: 2024 Religious Leaders Forum –
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Our 2024 forum will take place on November 20th from 9am-2pm at Queen's Park! More information coming soon.