Taxonomy Term: Social Policy

GC31 Aboriginal Rights Entrenchment in the Constitution (1986A163)

The United Church of Canada has a record of standing alongside aboriginal people in their struggle for human rights,… continue reading

GC34 Conscientious Objection & Military Taxes (1992C551)

The 34th General Council commends the Division of Mission in Canada for its action to date [on conscientious objectors… continue reading

GC31 Conscientious Objection to War and Tax Redirection (1986C551)

Since the early 1980s the world has witnessed a rapid rise in arms spending and in military activity in many countries… continue reading

GC39 A Transformative Vision for The United Church of Canada (Green)

In the company of God and one another, our community can be transformative. Ethnic Ministries believes that God is… continue reading

GC40 Continuing Air Quality Standards and Health (GC 40 2009 - 044)

That the 40th General Council 2009 approve taking the actions requested in the following proposals, and direct the… continue reading

Pastoral Relationships, Thriving with Equity Research Project: Executive Summary

Our website proclaims: “United Church faith communities welcome people from all backgrounds and orientations—wherever… continue reading

GC30 False Apocalypticism and The Church (1984F116)

WHEREAS the threat of nuclear war is global and the prevention of nuclear war calls for global collaboration by people… continue reading

GC41 A Church with Purpose: Towards an Ecclesiology for The United Church of Canada in the 21st Century

These words from A Song of Faith represent the most recent articulation of the ecclesiology of The United Church of… continue reading

GC33 Family Farms (1990F121)

Whereas our God creator call is the responsibility and privilege of stewardship of the land, and Whereas it is the… continue reading

GC32 Federal Government Support for Persons with AIDS (1988F235)

WHEREAS the ministry and compassion of Jesus was extended to the marginalized, as seen in Luke 10:25-37, when Jesus was… continue reading