A Vision for Safe Water Access and Sanitation

At RefPIC, we envision a world where every refugee has access to clean water and safe sanitation services. Our goal is to build sustainable water and sanitation systems that protect refugees from waterborne diseases and ensure their health and dignity.

We aim to promote hygiene education, prevent disease, and create long-term water resource management systems that serve refugee communities.

Through our clean water and sanitation programs, we focus on creating sustainable infrastructure and promoting best practices in hygiene to prevent illness and improve overall health outcomes for refugees.

How We Deliver This Vision:

Comprehensive Water and Sanitation Services: RefPIC’s approach to clean water access and sanitation involves the development of infrastructure, education, and disease prevention strategies. We collaborate with local governments, humanitarian organizations, and community leaders to implement programs that ensure refugees have reliable access to clean water and safe sanitation services.

Key components of our Access to Clean Water and Sanitation services include:

• Clean Water Supply Systems: Developing and maintaining water systems that provide safe drinking water for refugees and displaced persons.

  
  

• Sanitation Infrastructure Development: Building and improving toilets, sewage systems, and waste management infrastructure to ensure proper sanitation in refugee camps and settlements.

  
  

• Hygiene Promotion and Education: Educating refugee communities about proper hygiene practices, including handwashing, to prevent the spread of disease.

  
  

• Waterborne Disease Prevention: Implementing disease prevention measures and providing resources to reduce the incidence of diseases like cholera and dysentery, which are spread through contaminated water.

  
  

• Water Resource Management: Developing sustainable systems for managing water resources to ensure long-term access to clean water for refugee communities.

Why Access to Clean Water and Sanitation Matters

Access to clean water and sanitation is essential for maintaining health and preventing disease among refugees and displaced persons.

Without proper water and sanitation infrastructure, refugees are vulnerable to outbreaks of waterborne diseases, which can spread rapidly in overcrowded and under-resourced refugee camps. Lack of access to clean water and sanitation also undermines efforts to promote hygiene, affecting the overall quality of life and well-being of refugee populations.

By providing clean water, building sanitation infrastructure, and promoting hygiene education, RefPIC helps protect refugees from disease and supports their ability to live in safe and dignified conditions. These services are essential for improving health outcomes and fostering resilience in refugee communities.

Looking Ahead: Expanding Access to Clean Water and Sanitation

As RefPIC continues to expand its clean water and sanitation initiatives, we are committed to reaching more refugee communities and developing innovative solutions for sustainable water management. Our focus is on creating safe, resilient water and sanitation systems that can adapt to the challenges faced by refugees in diverse settings, ensuring long-term access to clean water and preventing the spread of disease.

Our Triple Nexus Approach—which integrates humanitarian assistance, development, and peacebuilding—ensures that our water and sanitation programs are sustainable, community-driven, and geared towards promoting long-term resilience for refugees and displaced persons.

What We Aim to Achieve

Our primary goals in ensuring access to clean water and sanitation for refugees include:

• Providing Clean Water: Developing and maintaining clean water supply systems to ensure reliable access to safe drinking water.

  
  

• Building Sanitation Infrastructure: Constructing toilets, sewage systems, and other sanitation facilities to prevent the spread of disease and promote hygiene.

  
  

• Promoting Hygiene Education: Educating refugees on best practices for hygiene, including handwashing, to reduce the risk of waterborne diseases.

  
  

• Preventing Waterborne Diseases: Implementing preventive measures and providing resources to reduce the incidence of diseases spread through contaminated water.

  
  

• Ensuring Long-Term Water Management: Developing sustainable water resource management systems to ensure continued access to clean water for refugee communities.

How We Deliver Impact

• Clean Water Systems: RefPIC develops clean water supply systems that provide safe drinking water to refugees in camps and settlements.

  
  

• Sanitation Infrastructure: We build and maintain toilets, sewage systems, and waste management infrastructure to ensure proper sanitation and hygiene.

  
  

• Hygiene Promotion: RefPIC promotes hygiene education through workshops and community outreach programs, teaching refugees how to maintain hygiene and prevent disease.

  
  

• Disease Prevention: We implement programs that reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases, ensuring healthier living conditions for refugees.

Who Benefits

• Refugees: Refugees benefit from improved access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education, leading to better health outcomes and reduced risk of disease.

  
  

• Host Communities: Host communities benefit from sustainable water and sanitation systems that support public health and hygiene.

  
  

• International Stakeholders: Governments, NGOs, and international organizations benefit from sustainable and data-driven approaches to water and sanitation services, enhancing the overall impact of humanitarian efforts.

Governance, Oversight, and Accountability

At Refugee Pathways & Integration Canada (RefPIC), we uphold the highest standards of governance, oversight, and accountability across all our programs. As a registered nonprofit, we operate in full compliance with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and adhere to guidelines set by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for charities. This ensures transparency, accountability, and alignment with national laws.

In addition to federal compliance, RefPIC adheres to provincial nonprofit regulations where we operate, both within Canada and internationally. Where necessary, we incorporate separately in different jurisdictions to ensure we meet local legal requirements. This enables us to operate effectively across regions while maintaining the highest levels of accountability and legal compliance.

• National and Provincial Compliance: RefPIC strictly follows Canadian laws governing nonprofit organizations, ensuring transparency, financial accountability, and ethical standards. By complying with federal and provincial nonprofit regulations, we meet all legal requirements in the regions we serve.

  
  

• International Standards and Frameworks: RefPIC's work is further guided by international laws and frameworks that protect refugee rights and promote sustainable development. We align our programs with global best practices to ensure our initiatives serve refugees and displaced persons effectively.

  
  

• Strong Accountability Practices: We collaborate with local, national, and international stakeholders to ensure responsible resource management and effective service delivery. Through regular evaluations, transparent reporting, and continuous improvement, RefPIC ensures that our programs meet the immediate needs of refugees while contributing to long-term sustainable outcomes.

For more details, visit our Governance, Oversight, and Accountability page to learn more about our commitment to ethical practices, program evaluation, and compliance with legal frameworks.

Get Involved/Call to Action

• Support Clean Water Programs: Advocate for access to clean water and sanitation services for refugees and displaced persons.

  
  

• Volunteer: Support RefPIC’s clean water initiatives by contributing your expertise in water resource management or sanitation.

  
  

• Partner with Us: Collaborate with RefPIC to expand access to clean water and sanitation services for refugees.

  
  

• Donate: Your contributions help fund essential clean water and sanitation projects that improve health and well-being for refugees.