Blog
Stay informed with news and updates from Canal Alliance programs and read about the impact of our work on the Latino immigrant community.
October 22nd: Vote to make your voice heard
Posted: October 22, 2020
Updates on our advocacy and policy work leading up to the November 3rd election and more.
Staff receive paid time off to support election activities
Posted: October 20, 2020
As part of our civic engagement activities at Canal Alliance, we are organizing a Staff Election Days of Service Project to show the value and impact of participating in elections on policy and elected decision-makers.
October 9th: Opportunities for Growth
Posted: October 9, 2020
At Canal Alliance, we are always looking for opportunities to better support the Latino community. We invite you to learn about our opportunities for making a difference when you join us in our efforts!
September 17th: This Month is Critical
Posted: September 17, 2020
Updates on our advocacy and policy work, the Canal Wi-Fi network and more.
September 4th: A Step Forward
Posted: September 4, 2020
Updates on our COVID-19 efforts, advocacy and policy work, and the Canal Wi-Fi network and more.
Administration Aims to Diminish Immigrant Voices
Posted: July 23, 2020
Canal Alliance and Community Action Marin affirms their goal of a fair and accurate census that counts everyone. The White House is trying to remove undocumented residents from the process of redistricting which takes place after every decennial census. The Administration’s goal is to redefine which people count as “persons” and scare all immigrants from participating in the census. The Census Bureau will continue to reach out to all households to respond to the 2020 Census. We must protect our communities, the Constitution, and the census from political manipulation by encouraging participation in the 2020 Census.
Does Your Jail Cooperate with ICE?
Posted: December 18, 2019
In this report, the immigrant community and advocates alike will find important Know Your Rights information and key insights to help advance local advocacy efforts.
Letter of Opposition of AB751
Posted: June 12, 2019
Canal Alliance has signed onto a letter of opposition of Assembly Bill 751, which would create inequitable college admissions process for low-income and students of color in our state.
Immigrant Day 2019
Posted: May 24, 2019
On May 19th Canal Alliance led it’s third delegation of youth advocates to the steps of the State Capitol as part of a statewide day of advocacy and education
Meet our Volunteer: Charles Little
Posted: April 9, 2019
In honor of Volunteer Appreciation month, we’d like to highlight some of our stellar volunteers who are making a difference in our organization and in our community.