by Laina Hughes

In the February-March 2012 issue of Canada's History, Joanna Dawson and Beverley Tallon enlightened us about seven Canadians who have made a difference (see page 59). As part of our Canadians and the World online extensions, we introduce you to Tony Breuer:

CHF, formerly known as the Canadian Hunger Foundation, is a non-governmental organization that has dedicated the past fifty years to helping poor rural communities in developing countries reach sustainable livelihoods.
 

Since 1961, the Ottawa-based organization has worked with partners on projects in fifty-two countries to benefit the lives of millions of people and help break the cycle of poverty worldwide.

Tony Breuer, CHF’s executive director for more than ten years, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization. Breuer has worked as a diplomat and foreign aid official for more than twenty years, and has worked and lived in countries such as Tanzania, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Ethiopia.

“We’re rich and they’re poor,” says Breuer, emphasising the “sense of brotherhood” that motivates him to help people around the world. Breuer says his work is not about charity — it’s about helping people build self-resilience and find opportunities for themselves.

To learn more or donate, visit the CHF website.