Sarah’s Charity Work 2001

Musicians in the War Zone

Musicians in the War Zone is an interactive project, funded by the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund, that examines the impact of war on children and provides opportunities for youth to get involved. Conceived and produced by War Child Canada and MuchMusic, the project included the participation of Canadian music artists Chantal Kreviazuk, Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace, David Usher and the Rascalz who explored human rights issues in war zones in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. They recorded their experiences in war-torn communities for the documentary and in on-line Field Diaries. The one-hour documentary, Musicians in the War Zone, first aired on MuchMusic on April 19, 2001 to a record-breaking audience. Sarah participated in Musicians in the War Zone, an interactive documentary project that combines an analysis of the impact of war on children with a call for Canadian youth to take action. Sarah generously donated her time to narrate Musicians in the War Zone.

It was narrated by Sarah MacLachlan and commentary and interviews by Canadian musicians such as: The Rascalz, David Usher, Chantal Kreviazuk, Raine Maida. Canadian musicians visit other countries to heighten understanding of people in war-torn countries.
Official website: warchild.ca

Oh What A Feeling 2

December 12th 2001
TORONTO (CP) – A pair of benefit CDs chronicling the history of Canadian rock and pop have raised $4.8 million for charity, the discs’ producers said Wednesday.

Oh What a Feeling 2, a four-CD set released in spring 2001 and its 1996 predecessor O What a Feeling, feature hit songs from artists such as Shania Twain, Sarah McLachlan (Building A Mystery), Alanis Morissette, Bryan Adams and Neil Young. Proceeds from sales of the collections have gone to various charities. This year the recipients will be the Canadian Music Therapy Trust Fund, Safehaven Project for Community Living, Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada and The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Science. Each will receive $500,000.

Music Without Borders

September 23rd 2001
Musical artists Nelly Furtado and Live have joined the lineup for “Music Without Borders” a benefit concert and discussion forum to take place inside the MuchMusic Environment Sunday, September 23rd beginning at 4pm ET. An interactive outlet for artists and youth, “Music Without Borders” will shed light on the emotions, issues and questions surrounding the September 11th tragedies. In addition, viewers may donate funds by calling a special toll-free number for The Canadian Red Cross. Information regarding this number, on-line and other donations will be provided throughout the program. This Canadian broadcast initiative welcomes international and homegrown superstars Shaggy, Nelly Furtado, Live, Barenaked Ladies, Sarah McLachlan (from Vancouver), Gord Downie & Dinner Is Ruined w/ Julie Doiron, The Tea Party, Baby Blue Soundcrew, Treble Charger, SUM 41 and more – to perform and contribute to the discussion. In addition, celebrities including Toronto Raptors stars Morris Peterson and Jerome Williams plus Olympic Gold Medalist Simon Whitfield will be stopping in to take part in the dialogue.

Rock for Choice

April 6th 2001
Rock for Choice is a program that unites artists together to protect abortion rights and women’s health clinics. Since the first concert in 1991, Rock for Choice, has featured popular artists such as Sarah McLachlan, Melissa Etheridge, the Bangles, Joan Jett, Stone Temple Pilots, Paula Cole, Iggy Pop, Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Salt-N-Pepa, No Doubt, the Offspring, Joan Osborne, Rage Against the Machine, the Foo Fighters, and many others.

Love conquers all : BC aid for the benefit of the September 11th Fund

Album released in 2001 by EMI Music Canada
It features: Angel (Sarah McLachlan) — On a day like today (Bryan Adams) — I don’t need anyone (soulDecision) — One gun (54.40) — Beatrice (Jordy Birch) — Daylight (Delerium) — Requiem (Mythos) — Love for me (Lily Frost) — Strollin’ (Metalwood) — Love inside (Dee Daniels) — River (Kim Kuzma) — Good world (Brent Howard) — Poor James (Zubot and Dawson) — Snow at Lake Simcoe (Michael Kaeshammer) — Desatino (Puentes Brothers).