International Development and Relief Foundation Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on September 9, 2026 - 19:34 GMT

IDRF Appoints Nabil Ali as Interim Chief Executive Officer

Long-time IDRF executive brings a decade of humanitarian, development and sector leadership to the role. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Board of Directors of the International Development and Relief Foundation ( …

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Published on June 11, 2026 - 14:47 GMT

MEDIA ADVISORY: Canadian Humanitarian Organization Provides On-the-Ground Access from Sudan

IDRF Chief Operating Officer available for interviews from Khartoum, Darfur and Port Sudan TORONTO, ON, CANADA, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) is making Chief Operating Officer Nabil Ali …

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Published on December 2, 2025 - 18:17 GMT

Canada-Backed Mental Health Project in Guyana Concludes After Reaching 75,000 People

Delivered by IDRF in collaboration with national partners, the initiative expanded counselling, training, and mental health outreach across Guyana. GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, December 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief …

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Published on November 6, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

Over 150 Students Across Guyana Trained to Champion Inclusion and Mental Health

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, November 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than 150 students from 15 schools across seven regions have been trained as Peer Inclusion Leaders under the Safeguarding the Human Dignity and Rights of Populations At-Risk (SPAR) Project …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

IDRF Engages in Critical Mental Health Dialogue at CARPHA's 69th Annual Health Conference in Barbados

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) is pleased to have participated in the 69th Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Annual Health Conference, held in Bridgetown, Barbados …

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Published on January 23, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

Over 70 Guyanese Educators Trained to Support Student Mental Health and Well-Being

IDRF and Ministry of Education equip Guyanese teachers with skills to foster inclusive classrooms and address student mental health challenges. GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, January 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief …

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Published on January 23, 2025 - 15:06 GMT

Canadian Organization’s COO at Egypt-Gaza Border Amidst Ceasefire Agreements

Nabil Ali, Chief Operating Officer of IDRF, Overseeing Critical Aid Deliveries and Coordination Efforts TORONTO, CANADA, January 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As humanitarian aid flows into Gaza during a crucial ceasefire, Nabil Ali, Chief Operating …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

L2L Celebrates $195,200 Ontario Government Grant for Transforming Student Success

Enhancing peer tutoring and empowering over 40,000 Toronto students with academic success and leadership skills. SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The team at Licensed to Learn (L2L) program, MPP Dr. Adil Shamji and a …

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Published on November 6, 2024 - 18:00 GMT

IDRF Launches Guyana Mental Health Portal to Empower Communities with Accessible Resources and Training

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, November 6, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF), backed by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and in collaboration with Nomansland Creative, announces the official launch of the Guyana Mental …

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Published on August 14, 2024 - 16:23 GMT

IDRF Joins Global Humanitarian Call Warning of Polio Outbreak Amid Gaza Blockade

Canadian aid agency part of humanitarian collective urging immediate action as aid blockades heighten the risk of a polio outbreak in Gaza. TORONTO, ON, CANADA, August 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation ( …

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Published on June 27, 2024 - 13:00 GMT

IDRF Highlights Successful Canada-Funded Mental Health Initiative in Collaboration with Key Government Agencies

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, June 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the International Development & Relief Foundation (IDRF) celebrated a significant milestone with the successful showcase of its CAD$2.9M “Safeguarding the Human Dignity and Rights of …

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Published on June 6, 2024 - 13:00 GMT

IDRF Concludes Groundbreaking Suicide Prevention Training Program, Revealing Promising Data

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 6, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development & Relief Foundation (IDRF) celebrates the successful conclusion of its groundbreaking Suicide Prevention Training for Gatekeepers program in Guyana. In …

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Published on March 1, 2024 - 19:58 GMT

MEDIA ADVISORY: CANADIAN AID AGENCY HOSTS EMERGENCY PACKING EVENT FOR GAZA RELIEF

Volunteers will be packing emergency hygiene kits for impacted families in Toronto. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) will be partnering with Global Medic this …

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Published on February 21, 2024 - 21:00 GMT

Canadian Organization and Guyanese Government Join Forces to Conclude 5-Day Suicide Prevention Training

Cross-border collaboration tackles mental health crisis: Canadian NGO and Guyanese officials complete intensive suicide prevention training GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, February 21, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation ( …

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Published on January 15, 2024 - 16:38 GMT

Canadian Aid Agency’s Executive Team Join Delegation to Jordan, West Bank, and Jerusalem to Observe Humanitarian Efforts

TORONTO, CANADA, January 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) is happy to announce that its CEO, Mahmood Qasim, and Vice-chair of the Board of Directors, Dr. Muhammad Munshi, are part of a Canadian …

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Published on December 4, 2023 - 16:40 GMT

IDRF Unveils Every Child Counts: A Revolutionary Approach to Child-Sponsorship

Transforming Lives Through Innovative and Impactful Child-Sponsorship Strategies TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, December 4, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF), a leading Canadian charitable organization, …

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Published on September 15, 2023 - 20:01 GMT

IDRF Mobilizes Swift Relief Effort for Storm-Stricken Libya

Canadian Charity Rushes Aid to Storm-Hit Libya: Urgent Relief Efforts Underway TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 15, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF), a globally recognized leader in humanitarian …

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Published on September 11, 2023 - 18:36 GMT

IDRF Launches Urgent Relief Mission in Morocco Following Deadly Earthquake

Urgent Relief for Morocco: IDRF Responds to Earthquake, Calls on Canadians for Support TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 11, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF), a globally recognized leader in …

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Published on July 12, 2023 - 14:00 GMT

IDRF's CEO Mahmood Qasim Selected as "Top 10 Influential Canadian Professionals in 2023" by Beyond Exclamation Magazine

TORONTO, CANADA, July 12, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) is extremely proud to announce that its CEO, Mahmood Qasim, has been selected as one of the “Top 10 Most Influential Canadian Professionals” …

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Published on June 14, 2023 - 13:00 GMT

International Development and Relief Foundation Welcomes Nabil Ali as New Chief Operations Officer

New COO appointment strengthens IDRF's leadership for expanded global impact in disaster relief & sustainable development TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 14, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Development Relief Foundation (IDRF) is …

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