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26 march 2024

10:40
Right To Play and global partners have successfully called on the United Nations to adopt an annual International Day of Play to champion and protect children's right to play. The first International Day of Play will be June 11, 2024.Global research...


25 march 2024

09:00
The Kensington Market Community Land Trust (KMCLT), a nonprofit in Toronto, has announced the launch of ?Kensington Community Bonds' as a response to its rapidly-gentrifying Kensington Market neighbourhood. KMCLT will raise up to $2M through...


19 march 2024

11:05
BHP and the Saskatoon Food Bank and Learning Centre (SFBLC) are pleased to announce a $500,000 donation from BHP to SFBLC's Plant Possibility Campaign. The donation will support a new food warehouse and learning campus, as the SFBLC expands to meet...


14 march 2024

08:35
CanadaHelps, the country's largest platform for donating and fundraising online, today released the results from a new Ipsos poll that suggests many generous Canadians could be missing out on the financial benefits of charitable giving this tax...


12 march 2024

15:30
The Women in the Digital Economy Fund (WiDEF), a five-year $60.5 million investment to accelerate progress on closing the global gender digital divide, announces its first call for applications with recorded remarks from the United States Agency for...


8 march 2024

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                                                                                PRESS RELEASE Wood Mackenzie and Let's Share the Sun donate solar PV and energy storage system to women's shelter in Puerto Rico LONDON/HOUSTON/SINGAPORE, 8...

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Today, on International Women's Day, the WTA Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation unveiled Women Change the Game, a new campaign uniting the power of women's tennis and philanthropy to elevate women's health and nutrition as a global...


7 march 2024

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Safe and sober driving is on the lesson plan for Manitoba students as MADD Canada and Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) deliver a dynamic impaired driving prevention program to schools around the province. MADD Canada's School Program is delivered to...


1 march 2024

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In celebration of Women's History Month, Vital Voices Global Partnership, an organization dedicated to empowering women leaders worldwide, announces two initiatives aimed at honoring and inspiring women across the globe. March 1 - 22 ? Vital Voices...


29 february 2024

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For many Canadians, the ability to access, stay safe and succeed on the internet is still out of reach. To help close this gap, CIRA is launching its 2024 grants program to support not-for-profits, Indigenous communities, researchers and registered...


28 february 2024

10:05
FAIR Canada and a coalition of concerned consumer advocates have jointly submitted a comment letter endorsing the proposal by the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) to create a binding regime for investment-related complaints. The coalition,...


27 february 2024

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The Soros Economic Development Fund (SEDF), the impact investment arm of the Open Society Foundations, is committing $25 million to Allied Climate Partners (ACP)?a new and innovative public-private partnership focused on increasing the number of...

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When 15-year-old Madeleine Caza's father suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, her quick-thinking heroics and use of CPR helped save his life. Madeleine was trained through the ACT High School CPR and AED Program, which has seen over 5 million students...


22 february 2024

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A $70,000 dollar donation from the Sandra Schmirler Foundation will purchase equipment for SANTS to provide life-saving support during transport of high-risk infants from across Southern Alberta and into Saskatchewan and British Columbia for some of...


21 february 2024

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Wee Watch, Ontario's largest network of licensed home childcare agencies, is thrilled to announce its 40th anniversary of providing high-quality, childcare to families across the province. Established in 1984, Wee Watch has been the choice of parents...


20 february 2024

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In showcase to the commitment of a new era of global harmony and innovation, C.K. McWhorter, in partnership with the McWhorter Foundation, is announcing a groundbreaking commitment of $100 million to address and resolve the ongoing conflicts that...


15 february 2024

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CanadaHelps, the country's largest platform for donating and fundraising online, has marked a new milestone, reaching $3 billion raised since its founding in 2000. This includes more than $400 million raised on its online giving platform in 2023. Of...

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PATTISON Outdoor's Diversity and Inclusion Committee is proud to announce a call for submissions from not-for-profit organizations for a second year of the Elevating Voices Grant program after a successful launch in 2023. With the same mission of...


14 february 2024

08:55
As the landscape of investment evolves, C.K. McWhorter is leading the charge in championing women investors in the Luxury asset investment classification. Drawing inspiration from legendary investor Warren Buffett, McWhorter sees the untapped...


13 february 2024

10:40
BHP and YWCA Saskatoon are pleased to announce a $500,000 investment from BHP to YWCA's Hope Lives Here campaign. In 2022, YWCA Saskatoon's Crisis Shelter & Residence turned away a staggering 4,253 women and children in need. Hope Lives Here is the...


8 february 2024

07:35
Papa Johns Canada announced the company has raised $55,286 through the sales of its Shaq-a-Roni pizza for Canada's largest food rescue organization, Second Harvest. "The Papa Johns franchise owners look forward to the Shaq-a-Roni fundraising...


6 february 2024

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In a groundbreaking alliance, the Millwright Regional Council ? Canada and the esteemed national non-profit, Build a Dream, celebrated the initiation of their first joint venture launching today ? the Introduction to Millwrighting: 5-Week Program for...

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The McWhorter Foundation, played a pivotal role in the recent removal of a controversial painting "The Last Civil War Veteran." from a gallery On Palm Beach island at Royal Poinciana Plaza. Through constant communication with community leaders and...


31 january 2024

11:35
Hope's Home is pleased to announce BHP has invested $150,000 to provide an essential nursing station at the new medically inclusive childcare centre in Saskatoon. As the only medically inclusive childcare centers in Canada, Hope's Home provides care...


29 january 2024

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February 4, 2024 marks World Cancer Day and this year, the Alberta Cancer Foundation is pleased to announce all donations made to its Patient Financial Assistance program will be matched up to $200,000 thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor....


24 january 2024

17:30
Polysleep, a leader in sleep and comfort, proudly announces its collaboration with the Pavillon Kat Demes, a remarkable initiative that offers temporary accommodation to families from out of town whose sick child is receiving inpatient care at The...


22 january 2024

13:40
Diabetes Canada is proud to announce the winners of its End Diabetes Awards, an annual competition that aims to dramatically improve the lives of people living with or at risk of type 1 and type 2 diabetes through innovative research. Each research...


18 january 2024

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As more Canadians struggle with the rising costs of internet access and other essentials, CIRA joins forces with National Capital FreeNet, an Ottawa-based not-for-profit internet provider, to help tackle affordable urban connectivity. As part of its...


17 january 2024

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Circular Innovation Council, a leading national not-for-profit organization focusing on accelerating Canada's transition toward a circular economy, has launched a first-of-its-kind, reuse initiative to address single use plastic waste in...

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Pizza Nova has donated $15,000 to the SickKids Foundation as part of its holiday fundraiser, featuring the sale of its 60th anniversary commemorative tote bag online and in stores. The bag featured the brand's iconic "Ciao" greeting with a portion of...

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goeasy Ltd. , one of Canada's leading non-prime consumer lenders, announced today that it will donate $1.4 million over three years to BGC Canada's Food Fund in order to help address the rising issue of food insecurity amongst Canadian households....


12 january 2024

09:00
Cellebrite DI Ltd. , a global leader in premier Digital Investigative solutions for the public and private sectors, is honored to announce a powerful collaboration aimed at reducing crimes against children and online child exploitation. This new...


4 january 2024

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The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) invites applications for the John H. McArthur Research Fellowship for 2024-2025. This Fellowship is dedicated to the memory and legacy of John H. MacArthur, an exemplary Canadian, a world-renowned...


2 january 2024

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A diagnosis of dementia is not easy. During National Alzheimer's Awareness Month in January, the ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF ALBERTA AND NORTHWEST TERRITORIES connects people living with dementia and their care partners with free support, knowledge, and a...


28 december 2023

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The holidays just got a lot more festive for 14 charities, thanks to $500,000 in donations from the Brandt Group of Companies' Thanks A Billion Holiday Fund. "We are very grateful to our customers, employees, and the communities where they live and...


21 december 2023

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It was a year of fast and furious activity for Bow Valley College. Did you blink? Then, you may have missed some of the excitement. Join us for a trip back in time as we look at the greatest Bow Valley College moments and stories of 2023.  The...

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ZipBy, a global leader in parking technology today announced a community give-back program in partnership with parking operators in Greater Vancouver and BC, by donating a portion from every parking transaction made through the ZipBy mobile app, to...


19 december 2023

12:25
Bunzl Canada is pleased to announce its third annual Week of Giving, in partnership with Food Banks Canada, to provide much needed personal care, hygiene and safety products to foodbanks across Canada during one of the most critical times of the...


13 december 2023

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Benevity, Inc., the leading provider of global corporate purpose software, announced that $150 million was donated through its platform on GivingTuesday. This marks another record-breaking year of giving, representing a 22% year-over-year increase...


12 december 2023

11:05
The Shaw Charity Classic presented by Rogers announced today that the 11th annual tournament has reached a key milestone, raising over $100 million since its inception for children's charities across Alberta. Rogers Communications also announced a...

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To mark the 75th Anniversary of International Human Rights Day, this week Vital Voices Global Partnership proudly honored male allies who have shown remarkable courage and commitment to advocating for women's rights.  Philanthropist and Fashion...


11 december 2023

11:00
The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) announced the Holiday Homestand 50/50 raffle running from December 7 to 16, helping families and children in need this holiday season through 630 CHED Santas Anonymous, the Christmas Bureau, Mothers...


1 december 2023

11:50
The Pentagon Memorial Fund, Inc. (PMF) recently passed a critical milestone in the development of a Visitor Education Center at the site of the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial. The concept design by Fentress Architects was approved by the Commission...


29 november 2023

22:50
Over six hundred students at Lusignan Primary School in Guyana are enjoying their renovated and fully-equipped library to develop their love of reading and enhance their digital literacy skills. This library transformation was made possible thanks...


28 november 2023

12:45
On September 21, 2023 the 34th and final 65 Roses Ladies Golf Classic was held at The Winston Golf Club. This tournament was the longest running women-only tournament in Calgary and has raised over 1.25 million dollars in support of Cystic Fibrosis...


27 november 2023

08:20
This holiday season, Pizza Nova will offer its 60th anniversary tote bag, featuring the brand's renowned "Ciao" greeting, to help raise funds for SickKids Foundation. Retailing at $15.99 per bag, Pizza Nova will donate a portion of proceeds toward...


23 november 2023

07:00
Over the last three years, Canadians have built a village with Food For The Poor Canada and our partner CEPUDO in Honduras. With new infrastructure, San Antonio children and families have improved access to local education and health care, and...


22 november 2023

17:10
Renewable energy company Drax has announced that five Canadian non-profits will receive over $450,000 from the second round of Drax Foundation donations. The latest round of funding will go to programs that benefit Indigenous communities, as well as...

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HERD, a leading manufacturer of front-end protection and truck accessories, recently took part in the Special Olympics Manitoba Truck Ride hosted by the Manitoba Trucking Association. The September 9th event saw hundreds of people in attendance,...


20 november 2023

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Every 20 seconds, an individual with diabetes loses a limb due to poor foot health. Each year, over 700 Albertans undergo diabetes-related lower-limb amputations. Sadly, 90% of these amputations are preventable. A long-time Calgary community...

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