One-half of Canadians admit they are not confident in their ability to distinguish between fake news generated by AI and human-produced content, according to a recent survey released by The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF). Conducted by Maru Public Opinion, the survey also highlights significant intergenerational differences and explores Canadians’ views on the regulation of companies utilizing […]

Are you a motivated individual between the ages of 15 and 29, eager to boost your professional skills, foster personal development, and play a vital role in shaping Canada’s future? We have an amazing opportunity just for you! The PICS Society presents TWO dynamic youth-led programs with a focus on empowering young individuals with the fundamental skills […]

The Government of British Columbia announced $60 million to help nonprofit organizations do their crucial work on Oct. 30, which is being declared Nonprofit Recognition Day. The Vancouver Foundation will disperse the grants to eligible organizations. Four separate types of organizations will be supported by this new funding: B.C.’s community foundations; large, multi-service “lighthouse organizations” […]

Future of Good is accepting nominations for their annual 2024 list of Young Impact Leaders making a positive difference in their organizations.  This annual initiative is presented by RBC Future Launch. Over the past few years, young professionals have been navigating uncertain economic times and trying to make headway on their career paths. Despite the challenges, these young […]

From June – July 2023, Ontario Nonprofit Network (ONN) conducted their fourth annual sector-wide survey to gather critical data on the state of Ontario’s nonprofits regarding their financial health, staffing and volunteers, and general operations. Nearly 1,400 nonprofits, charities, and grassroots groups across the province responded to the survey. ONN has developed a number of […]

The Calgary Foundation‘s 2023 Doc Seaman Amateur Sports Program is now open. The grant request deadline is noon on November 15 of each year. The purpose of grants from the Fund is to support: All aspects of amateur ice hockey in Canada on a nation-wide basis; Initiatives that encourage young people to learn about, enjoy and […]

The ADP Canada monthly Happiness@Work Index (“Index”) for October remains the same as September, still measuring on par with the Index benchmark of 6.7/10 from November 2022. The only workers reporting a decrease in their Work Happiness Score for this month are those located in Atlantic Canada and Ontario. The National Work Happiness Score for October 2023 is 6.7/10, unchanged from September.  October 2023 Happiness@Work Index Highlights National Work Happiness Score:    […]

The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, launched a new call for proposals (CFP) under the Enabling Accessibility Fund’s (EAF) mid-sized projects component. Up to $3 million per project is available under this CFP to support larger new construction, renovation and/or retrofit projects. Proposed projects can take place in workplaces, respite […]

The Canadian Marketing Association (CMA) released DEI in the Workplace: A Discussion Guide for Leadership Teams, to help organizations articulate a commitment and define their scope of activities to create a more inclusive and equitable work environment. The discussion guide identifies conversation starters to prompt leadership teams to explore and articulate their shared commitment to a […]

Barely half (56 per cent) of Canadian CEOs believe their companies are prepared for a cyberattack today, with more than nine in 10 (93 percent) worried that the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI) will make them even more vulnerable to breaches, finds KPMG International’s latest CEO Outlook. The results mirror findings of KPMG in Canada’s Private Enterprise™ Business […]