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In the Media
Dignitas International has been featured in The Globe & Mail, Toronto Star, National Post and USA Today, and on CBC Newsworld, Report on Business Television, Global News, CTV, MTV Canada, CityTV, CH Television, CBC Radio, CFRB, AM640 and CIUT.
Select Media Coverage: "Will the world forfeit victory in the battle with AIDS?," by James Orbinski & James Fraser, Globe & Mail, Thursday, June 24, 2010. "A broken promise, paid for in lives," by Geoffrey York, Globe & Mail, Thursday, June 24, 2010. "What Physicians Can Do to Reduce Inequity in Global Health," by Susan B. Beck, ConsultantLive, Friday, April 23, 2010. "Former head of Doctors Without Borders Dr. James Orbinski says find way to help people," by Elizabeth Stuart, Deseret News, Tuesday, April 6, 2010. Watch Co-Founder Dr. James Orbinski on CTV From CTV's W5, Saturday, April 3, 2010: Canada's pre-eminent humanitarian Dr. James Orbinski in an exclusive interview with W5's Paula Todd about his work and the changes needed in addressing global challenges. You can also read the article here: "Now working in Malawi, in Africa, Dignitas International is demonstrating the new approach Orbinski believes is key."
"Order of Canada recipient now helping Malawi fight AIDS," by Norm Nelson, InsideToronto.com, Sunday, January 31, 2010. "Why Canadian Universities Matter?" by Evren Tok, Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review, Monday, January 11, 2010.
"Concerns raised about the rise of drug-resistant strains of HIV in Africa," by Wendy Glauser, Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ), Thursday, January 7, 2010.
"The Great Divide," by Dr. Adrienne Chan, NorthumberlandView.ca, Tuesday, December 1, 2009.
"Keep Momentum In Fight Against HIV/AIDS," by Carol Devine, NorthumberlandView.ca, Monday, November 30, 2009.
"Progress made in AIDS fight, but funds needed to ensure treatment access: doctor," by Lauren La Rose, Canadian Press, Monday, November 30, 2009.
"Malawi health workers grapple with rising incidence of rape," by Wendy Glauser, Canadian Medical Association Journal, Wednesday, October 22, 2009.
"A much-needed dose of in-your-face charity: TIFF finally gets the glam from Cannes," by Nathalie Atkinson, The National Post, Tuesday, September 15, 2009.
"Asking the right questions," by Jenn Watt, Haliburton Echo, Wednesday, August 12, 2009.
"Tisungane clinic shines over ART," by Lucas Bottoman, The Daily Times Malawi, Monday, July 13, 2009.
"Battling despair with courage," by Louise Leger, The Medical Post, Tuesday, July 7, 2009.
"Married Canadian doctors and kids moving to Malawi for year to fight HIV-AIDS," by Lauren La Rose, Canadian Press, Wednesday, July 1, 2009.
"Charting a path through chaos and confusion," by Diane Jermyn, TheGlobeandMail.com, Tuesday, June 23, 2009.
"Help on wheels," by Amy Verner, The Globe & Mail, Saturday, May 23, 2009.
"Saving the unborn child," by Yumimi Pang, The Daily Times Malawi, Tuesday, May 12, 2009.
"There is strength in working together," by Yumimi Pang, The Daily Times Malawi, Tuesday, May 5, 2009.
"Humanitarian doctor tells of horror and hope," Northumberland Today, Tuesday, March 17, 2009.
Listen to Dignitas President Dr. Michael Schull on CBC Radio's The Current
"Dec. 1 marked World AIDS Day 2008," by Norm Nelson, Inside Toronto, Tuesday, December 2, 2008.
"AIDS isn’t just way over there," by Dr. James Orbinski, Ottawa Citizen, Sunday, November 30, 2008.
"Out of Toronto, into Africa," by Susan Pigg, Toronto Star, Friday, November 28, 2008.
"Friends ride 23,000 km to save lives in Africa," by Debra Black, Toronto Star, Tuesday, September 30, 2008.
"Searching with intent: How James Orbinski, head of Dignitas International, found that something," by Paul Matthews, Maclean's, Wednesday, September 3, 2008.
"Malawi shows the way," by Dorothy Jebet, Panoscope, Thursday, August 7, 2008.
"Learning a lesson in giving back," by Laura Thompson, Guelph Mercury, Tuesday, July 8, 2008.
"All a matter of life or death," by Yvonne Zacharis, Vancouver Sun, May 22, 2008.
"Canada's Top 40 Under 40TM: James Fraser, 39 - HIV/AIDS charity born of experience," by Marlene Habib, Globe & Mail, May 6, 2008.
"'I know what genocide looks like'," by Sarah Hampson, Globe & Mail, April 28, 2008.
"A Doctor in Kigali," by Stacey Gibson, University of Toronto Magazine, Spring 2008.
An article by Dignitas Board Member Carol Devine was featured in Border Crossings Magazine: "The Moon, The Stars and A Scar" tells the story of body mapping for women living with HIV/AIDS. Click on the link to view the article.
"War Stories," by Michael Posner, Toronto Life, April 2008. Click here to view the article at TorontoLife.com.
"Students race for dignity and Dignitas," by Kayla Thompson, The Charlatan, March 20, 2008.
"245 teachers declare HIV status," by Caroline Kandiero, Malawi Daily Times, March 12, 2008.
James Fraser profiled as one of 15 Canadians for change in Outpost magazine's 2008 Global Travel Guide, edited by Deborah Sanborn. Click on the link above to view the article, or click here to read more about the December/January 2008 issue, on newstands until May 3, 2008.
"The Sundance film 'Triage' centers on doctor's work in war-torn lands," by Anthony Breznican, USA Today, January 25, 2008.
Toronto television coverage followed the November 30, 2007, opening of the market at the TSX by the Global Business Coalition on HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria. James Fraser, Executive Director of Dignitas International, attended the event, which was in honour of World AIDS Day.
Dr. Jane Philpott on Global National's "Everyday Hero," Global Television, November 30, 2007. The Give a Day to World AIDS campaign received media coverage on television and radio, and in print, including the article below:
"Give-a-Day Campaign for AIDS research set for Dec. 1," by Gaaki Kigambo, Inside Toronto, November 8, 2007.
"Local women spin for AIDS relief in Africa," by Lisa Rainford, Inside Toronto, June 29, 2007.
"Rotary Club of Limbe donates K7m vehicle," by Sellina Nkowani, Malawi Daily Times, June 7, 2007.
"Men defeating PMCT fight in Zomba," by Deogratias Mmana, Malawi Daily Times, May 8, 2007.
"Private sector should boost its contribution: The detrimental impact of AIDS on the economy mandates a strong response from business," by Dr. James Orbinski and John Tedstrom, Toronto Star, March 9, 2007.
"Celebs stand up against AIDS: Politicians, personalities brave the needle to prove a point on World AIDS Day," by Vivian Song, Toronto Sun, December 2, 2006.
"Sault couple fights AIDS in Malawi; Urge marking World AIDS Day by donating one day of earnings," by Rick McGee, The Sault Star, December 1, 2006.
"MALAWI: Limping PMTCT programme failing infants," by Kristy Siegfried, IRINnews.org, November 21, 2006.
"Fighting AIDS scourge with a day's pay," by Debra Black, Toronto Star, October 18, 2006.
"Doctor who lost child in Africa asking Canadians to give a day's pay for AIDS," by Colin Perkel, Canadian Press, October 17, 2006.
"Antiretroviral drugs keep HIV positive triathlete on track for world event," by Donna Spencer, Canadian Press, August 30, 2006.
"Sunnybrook doctors break new ground in treatment of AIDS," by Susan O'Neill, North York Mirror, August 18, 2006, p. 13 & 15.
"An inspirational day," by Julie Hard, CBC News Online: Analysis & Viewpoint - AIDS 2006 Diary, August 15, 2006.
"The Bicycle," as part of the online edition "Time to Deliver," a special issue of the Ottawa Citizen featuring guest editor Stephen Lewis, August 11, 2006.
"Corporate Canada steps up the plate," by Dr. James Orbinski and David Fleck, The National Post, August 11, 2006, p. A14.
"A call to corporate Canada," by Tanya Talaga, Toronto Star, August 11, 2006, p. A4. |
Contact Us
If you have any questions or would like to learn more, we can be reached at:
Kathe Rogers, Communications Coordinator k.rogers@dignitasinternational.org
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