James Stairs

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.

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.
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.
Born into war in Lebanon, Doctors Without Borders veteran Richard Zereik knows what it means to be a refugee.
December 1, 2011

Igniting Reel Change

Native Bolivian communities fight for social change with the help of Quebec filmmakers.
Check out the feature article, photo gallery and video footage from the field.
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.
On January 12, 2010, a powerful earthquake left Haiti in ruins. Around the world, relief teams sprang into action. 
War reporting for the plugged-in generation.  It’s fast, mobile and to the point. It’s also deadly serious.

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