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EFC Update Newsletter April 7

07 April 2026

Bill C-9 in Senate

Bill C-9, the hate crime bill, is now in the Senate. While some changes were made to improve the bill before it was passed by the House of Commons, it does remove the religious belief defence. Read the EFC’s update on what’s different about the Senate and how we can engage.

Algorithms are discipling our kids

Sexist content on social media is shaping how both young men and young women view gender roles, writes author Taylor Scott-Reimer. She explains how churches and parents can generate conversations with youth about how to view online content through a biblical lens.

Read this full Mar/Apr Faith Today cover story. Subscribe for free to Faith Today, the EFC’s bimonthly magazine, for more articles and columns like this one.

Steps toward a richer devotional life

WEA ambassador Brian Stiller admits sometimes struggling to maintain a consistent devotional life: “If we had known about ADHD when we were young, I’m sure mother would’ve had me tested.” He shares some tips for taking time for devotions as an active person with a busy schedule.

Read this full Mar/Apr Faith Today cover story. Subscribe for free to Faith Today, the EFC’s free magazine, for more articles and columns like this one.

Influencing Faith study

The #influencing_faith_study is exploring how media use shapes the faith formation of students involved in evangelical youth ministries. It also looks at how youth ministry workers use social media in their ministries. Learn more about the study, why it matters and how to participate (deadline April 30!) at faithtoday.ca/influencingfaith.

Coming Events at TheEFC.ca/Calendar

Find more additional Christian community calendar events (and add your own) at TheEFC.ca/Calendar.