James Stairs
James is a multimedia journalist originally from Montreal, Canada. Over the past several years he has written, filmed, photographed and recorded from the heart of major events across four continents. James has reported from several major international conflicts, humanitarian crises and national elections in countries including South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Bolivia and from several points across Europe and North America.
Thursday, 24 October 2013 18:50
Careers for Globetrotters: Freediving instructor
The first in our new series of videos exploring international careers, and ways to make a living from your passion. Meet Mark Rogers, who runs the only freediving operation in the Caribbean.
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Wednesday, 09 October 2013 17:36
Careers for Globetrotters: Freediving instructor Mark Rogers
Seduced by the laid-back charm of the tiny island of Utila, Mark Rogers established the first freediving certification program in the Caribbean—and made the island his home.
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Wednesday, 07 August 2013 19:15
Humanitarian Aide: Doctors Without Borders Veteran, Richard Zereik
Born into war in Lebanon, Doctors Without Borders veteran Richard Zereik knows what it means to be a refugee.
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Work Abroad
Tuesday, 11 September 2012 00:00
Game Changers: National Geographic Emerging Explorer, Josh Thome is 4Real
It's not about celebrity; it's about change.
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Why we travel
Thursday, 01 December 2011 18:29
Igniting Reel Change
Native Bolivian communities fight for social change with the help of Quebec filmmakers.
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Volunteer Abroad
Tuesday, 08 March 2011 05:00
Haiti: One Year Later - Special Section
Check out the feature article, photo gallery and video footage from the field.
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Work Abroad
Monday, 28 February 2011 05:00
Picking Up the Pieces in Haiti
Nearly a year after the massive earthquake in Haiti, challenges for the reconstruction effort continue. James Stairs checks in with the Canadian Red Cross in Jacmel.
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Work Abroad
Wednesday, 16 June 2010 05:00
First on the Ground in Haiti
On January 12, 2010, a powerful earthquake left Haiti in ruins. Around the world, relief teams sprang into action.
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Work Abroad
Wednesday, 12 August 2009 13:53
Solo in the Hot Zone: Backpack Journalists
War reporting for the plugged-in generation. It’s fast, mobile and to the point. It’s also deadly serious.
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Why we travel