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 […]

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) […]

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 […]

The Government of Canada is inviting Canadians to participate in consultations on the new Canada Disability Benefit. Canadians are invited to share their thoughts on benefit details, such as eligibility and benefit amount, which will help inform the development of the regulations for the Canada Disability Benefit. The Canada Disability Benefit Regulations Online Engagement Tool […]

The Government of Canada launched a three-digit suicide crisis helpline to provide suicide prevention support to people in need. The new phone number is 9-8-8 and is a direct line to the crisis helpline. People can call or text this number in English and French 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Centre […]

Volunteer Canada is launching A Roadmap to Meet the Moment: Co-Creating a National Volunteer Action Strategy for Canada. The development of the roadmap commenced with the research and consultation process led by Volunteer Canada, with generous support from the Lawson Foundation and Canada Life. The strategy summarizes the findings from the research which included online […]

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital released the Accessible Fundraising Events Guide. The guide walks through how to include accessibility elements in the development and execution of events to ensure that the experience meets the needs of all participants. The initiative was led by the Holland Bloorview Foundation as part of the hospital’s ongoing commitment to […]

TELUS Health released its monthly TELUS Mental Health Index, revealing that workers who experience conflict at work lose an average of 55 work days per year. The Index also found that among workers in Canada, 26 percent say better support for their well-being is more important than a salary increase.   Mental health and work-related […]