Presbyterian World Service & Development (PWS&D) is the development and relief agency of The Presbyterian Church in Canada. The work of PWS&D includes:
- Responding to emergency situations after disaster and conflict
- Long-term community development with international partners working in agriculture and livestock, education, health, HIV and AIDS, human rights, small business, clean water and sanitation
- Refugee sponsorship by Canadian congregations.
PWS&D works with churches and organizations seeking to transform their communities by promoting justice, peace and the integrity of creation. PWS&D supports people and communities in Africa, Asia, Central America and Eastern Europe according to their need and regardless of their faith.
Download our most recent Annual Report: PDF | Text
What is the difference between PWS&D and Presbyterians Sharing?
PWS&D is financially separate from the other agencies of the church. PWS&D receives funding directly from the Presbyterian constituency across the country, donations from individuals and from congregations, as well as from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). PWS&D does not receive funding from donations to Presbyterians Sharing. Therefore, congregations are encouraged to have a separate line on their donation envelopes for PWS&D.
Download the Difference between PWS&D and Presbyterians Sharing brochure: PDF.
