Feeding Change: North York Harvest Food Bank on the verge of becoming self-sufficient
Why It Matters
The rising food insecurity crisis shows that communities need solutions beyond traditional food bank services.
Scammers steal Calgary Foundation brand, target personal info and money
Why It Matters
Non-profits and charities continue to be targeted in cybersecurity and scamming incidents, while simultaneously not having the funding to invest in security. As the Calgary Foundation has highlighted, there are both emotional and financial impacts of these scams.
Fossil fuel companies use philanthropy to 'stifle community opposition': Environmental Defence Canada
Why It Matters
Fossil fuel companies have been using sponsorship, funding and donations to become increasingly embedded in communities. By providing critical infrastructure, companies are strategically able to avoid being held accountable by the communities they serve, according to the charity.
Penticton, B.C. eyed as the latest city to construct a tiny home village
Why It Matters
Understanding what works and what doesn’t is crucial for using resources effectively. Exploring solutions like tiny homes helps ensure investments are made in areas that will make the most impact.
First fully-electric buggy to roll into the Arctic tundra
Why It Matters
When non-profits can combine operations with values, it can have a meaningful impact that builds trust, inspires action, and sets an example for others to follow.
More non-profits and organizations must register as lobbyists under stricter federal rules
Why It Matters
Charities and non-profits interact with government on many levels, including requesting funding, being contracted to deliver essential services, and advocating for policy reform. While not all of these activities are classed as lobbying, the upcoming changes to reporting requirements will likely mean that many organizations will have to track and report their interactions with the federal government.