A non-profit organization committed to the strengthening of international development and fair trade
Marquis is named in honour of a legendary high protein, high yield variety of hard wheat bred from Eastern European and Indian genetic strains and proven successful here in Brandon in 1912. We adopted the name and unusual pronunciation (mar-kwiss) to celebrate our pride in this prairie achievement which spread around the world to feed millions. In Canada, Marquis is active in schools and in the co
mmunity by creating or participating in events around important global concerns, such as our annual youth conference YETII (Youth Educating Themselves on International Issues), and The Fair Game®. Marquis speaks out in the media on issues that affect us all and hosts speakers from around the world. Marquis has an active youth committee of high school and university students who educate their peers on global concerns. We work in coalition with groups and individuals around Manitoba to confront issues around race, poverty, environment, and volunteerism. Mission Statement
The Marquis Project is a community-centered, non-profit organization committed to the strengthening of international development. It has a two-fold purpose:
To help educate Manitobans as to the nature of economic, political and social issues involved at both the local and global levels. To seek to participate actively in sustainable projects and partnerships aimed at improving the quality of life in small, rural communities in developing countries.
