rg MINES ACTION CANADA Leading Canada's campaign against landmines & cluster bombs

What is Mines Action Canada? MAC is Canada’s campaign against landmines and cluster bombs. We are a network of nearly 30 Canadian organizations. MAC is also the Canadian partner of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL) and the Cluster Munition Coalition (CMC).

What do we believe in? We believe the human-made disaster caused by these weapons is solvable in our lifetime. MAC works to alleviate the impact of landmines and cluster bombs on the rights, dignity and well- being of civilians.

rg What we do Since 1996, MAC has worked to fulfil its vision through the following actions: –Engaging the Canadian public; –Building our partners’ capacity domestically and internationally; –Researching and monitoring the performance and compliance levels of humanitarian laws and treaties; –Developing and disseminating innovative resources to inspire action.

rg Engaging Youth MAC is also a recognized global leader in building the capacity of youth to become dynamic advocates for social justice. Presently, MAC is leading four youth programs: The Youth to Youth Action Network International Youth Leaders' Forums Small Grants Program Young Professional Internship Program © Giovanni Diffidenti, December 2009

rg How can you make history happen? Join the MAC Community! Visit our website for information about volunteer opportunities. Start your own MAC chapter and get involved. Community members sign up to promote the People’s Treaty, raise funds, write letters, and more to help achieve a world free of landmines and cluster bombs!

rg How can you make history happen? Sign the People's Treaty! The People's Treaty The People’s Treaty was designed as a way for Canadian citizens to show their support and personal commitment to the landmine ban. In May 2008, MAC and the CMC re- launched the People’s Treaty in support of a new treaty banning cluster bombs. There are two ways to sign – as an organization or as an individual. Visit our website to add your name. Every signature counts!

rg How can you make history happen? Contribute to the In Our Lifetime Legacy Project - a global youth fundraising campaign. In 2011, youth leaders and partners are raising funds in support of young survivors in Cambodia. You can support the Project by purchasing a t-shirt, or organizing a local fundraising event. More information is available at

rg How can you make history happen? Organize a Bomb Appetit! dinner This is a fun way to host your friends and raise funds to support MAC at the same time. Whether hosted in your own home, a local restaurant, a community center or outside – your dinner can be as structured or unstructured as you desire! You can choose to “pass the hat” for donations or charge each guest a set fee. Visit MAC's website for their Bomb Appetit! Guide, which even includes recipes!

rg Other ways to make history happen... Post the “We MAKE HISTORY HAPPEN” banner on your signature, blog, website or Facebook page ! Follow MAC on Twitter minesactioncan) Join MAC’s Facebook group