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Title:

Inclusive management of the mining fund for peace and stabilization in Burkina Faso

Agreement Number:

7457513 P012452001

Agreement Value:

$2,000,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 6, 2024 - Jun 30, 2026

Description:

The project aims, on the one hand, to help target communities make greater use of the mining fund for local development (FMDL) to improve the abilities of communities and organizations to implement local initiatives focused on peace and security and, on the other hand, to strengthen the capacities and involvement of women, girls and marginalized groups in local initiatives. The goal is to encourage their leadership and foster the development of inclusive and equitable initiatives within communities. By strengthening the capacities of civil society organizations, the project aims to promote the participation of local communities in the management of mining resources. This should ensure that the interests of local communities are taken into account, helping to reduce frustrations and tensions that fuel violence, conflict and illegal trade within the communities. Project activities include: (1) providing training to target communities and organizations in planning, managing and monitoring local peace and security initiatives; (2) providing technical support, coaching and assistance to target communities and organizations in implementing, managing and evaluating local initiatives; (3) organizing thematic workshops on peace and security, gender equality, conflict sensitivity and inclusive local development; (4) organizing and promoting inclusive dialogue to address peace and security issues within the communities; and (5) conducting information and awareness-raising campaigns on the governance, operation and terms of access of the mining fund for the benefit of the communities.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) improved capacity of target communities and organizations to implement and manage local peace and security initiatives; and (2) strengthened capacities and involvement of women, girls and marginalized groups in local initiatives. The goal is to encourage their leadership and foster the development of inclusive and equitable initiatives within the communities.

The ultimate outcome of the project is to help target communities make greater use of the mining fund for local development (FMDL) to implement local initiatives focused on peace and security, to strengthen social cohesion and to improve the security of residents within their own communities.

Location:

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2X 1Z2

Reference Number:

064-2024-2025-Q2-00181

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

Belated reporting that should have been included in the 2023-2024 4th Quarter report.

Recipient's Operating Name:

Alinea International Ltd

Recipient's Legal Name:

Alinea International Ltd

Federal Riding Name:

Calgary Midnapore

Federal Riding Number:

48008

Program:

Peace and Stabilization Operations

Program Purpose:

The Peace and Stabilization Operations Program (PSOPs) is an integral component of the Government of Canada’s toolbox to prevent and respond to conflicts and crises abroad. It supports rapid, effective, whole-of-government coordinated responses to a wide range of challenges and serves as a valuable instrument for supporting stability in conflict-affected regions. PSOPs provides visible and concrete assistance in response to conflicts and crises abroad through targeted programming, the deployment of Canadian police officers (in partnership with Public Safety Canada and the RCMP) and civilian personnel, and direct support to the UN and multilateral peace operations, conflict prevention, mediation, and peacebuilding efforts.