News – CharityVillage https://charityvillage.com Find Your Position With Purpose Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:55:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://charityvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/cropped-Charity-Village-icon-150-32x32.png News – CharityVillage https://charityvillage.com 32 32 Canadians are possibly becoming less generous, new report finds https://charityvillage.com/canadians-are-possibly-becoming-less-generous/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:18:03 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=708340 Sector3Insights released a new survey report which explores why Canadian generosity is declining, why it threatens the future of 75,000+ charities in Canada, and offers insights about remedial actions which could likely be helpful. Statistics Canada data shows a steady decline in the percentage of Canadians claiming a charity tax credit on their annual tax […]

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]]> Call for applications: Junior League of Toronto Seed Grant https://charityvillage.com/call-for-applications-junior-league-of-toronto-seed-grant-2/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:03:13 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=708337 Do you need start-up funding for an innovative new initiative? Does your initiative support “Healthy Body/Healthy Minds?” Funding may be available to help you plant the seed to allow your initiative to flourish through the Junior League of Toronto Seed Grant. The Junior League of Toronto (JLT) supports registered charities in delivering their programs in the Greater Toronto Area […]

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]]> 2023 sees Canadian workers taking less vacation and paying less “time off tax” https://charityvillage.com/2023-sees-canadian-workers-taking-less-vacation-and-paying-less-time-off-tax/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:01:23 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=708329 The “time off tax” workers in Canada incur, an indicator ADP Canada reports annually measuring the additional hours worked before and after a week of vacation, reaches its lowest level recorded since 2017. Three in ten (30%) workers report not working any extra hours before or after taking a one-week vacation. Those who did pay […]

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]]> Winners of the Canadian Workplace Well-being Awards announced https://charityvillage.com/winners-of-the-canadian-workplace-well-being-awards-announced/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 16:22:04 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=708326 The Canadian Positive Psychology Association announced the winners of the prestigious Canadian Workplace Well-being Awards, sponsored by Canada Life Assurance Company and Workplace Strategies for Mental Health. The awards celebrate organizations demonstrating dedication and innovation in enhancing the well-being of their employees. 2023 Canadian Workplace Well-being Award Winners Nonprofit/charity: Canuck Place Children’s Hospice (Vancouver, BC) […]

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]]> Congratulations to Hamilton-Niagara’s 2024 Top Employers https://charityvillage.com/congratulations-to-hamilton-niagaras-2024-top-employers/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 16:15:56 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=708323 Canada’s Top 100 has released their picks for the top employers in Hamilton-Niagara.  CharityVillage congratulates Bethesda Community Services, Brock University, Conservation Halton, McMaster University, Mohawk College, Tim Horton Children’s Foundation Inc., Niagara College Canada, and the other not-for-profits included on this year’s list. Applications for the 2025 competition will be available in early 2024. For further details […]

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]]> Call for submissions for the second annual C² Art Program https://charityvillage.com/call-for-submissions-for-the-second-annual-c%c2%b2-art-program/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 16:10:47 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=708319 CIBC announced a call for submissions for the second annual C² Art Program. The program is designed to support emerging artists and provide them with a paid opportunity to create and curate their art.  Program Overview: Applications are open to Canadian artists with two to 10 years of experience. Selected artists will each be awarded […]

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]]> Working abroad is becoming a priority for Canadians when choosing an employer https://charityvillage.com/working-abroad-is-becoming-a-priority-for-canadians-when-choosing-an-employer/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 16:06:57 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=708315 According to a national survey conducted by FlightHub, Canadians are prioritizing the ability to work abroad when choosing an employer. Millennials and Gen Z workers are increasingly interested in workcations, where they are able to combine work and travel. Nearly half of Canadians aged 25-40 are considering this arrangement, and some are even planning extended […]

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]]> Diversity and inclusion in nonprofit leadership in Ontario: Are we there yet? https://charityvillage.com/diversity-and-inclusion-in-nonprofit-leadership-in-ontario-are-we-there-yet/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:51:29 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=707874 CivicAction and the Diversity Institute, with funding support from the Government of Ontario, released the report: Diversity and inclusion in non-profit leadership in Ontario: Are we there yet? The report sheds light on the representation and experiences of diverse leaders from across Ontario. The Diversity Institute team developed an online data collection method to capture […]

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]]> Nominations now open for the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers Program https://charityvillage.com/nominations-now-open-for-the-ontario-medal-for-young-volunteers-program/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:23:21 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=707871 The Government of Ontario announced that nominations are now open for the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers. The program honours the outstanding contributions of volunteers across the province. The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers is the highest honour a youth can achieve for their contributions to the province. Eligibility The person you nominate (the nominee) […]

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]]> Nearly 60% of Canadians reducing holiday spending due to inflation, global conflict https://charityvillage.com/nearly-60-of-canadians-reducing-holiday-spending-due-to-inflation-global-conflict/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:38:28 +0000 https://charityvillage.com/?p=707853 Plan International Canada released the results from its recent charitable giving survey, which highlighted shifts in holiday spending amid inflation, global conflict, and climate change issues. Plan International Canada surveyed 1508 Canadians and found that 57% of Canadians intend to reduce the amount they will spend this holiday season on gifts. 40% of respondents plan […]

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