Six-figure costs and stalled projects: BC’s non-profit housing sector expresses ‘sorrow’ at rescinded provincial funding
Why It Matters
The latest intake of the BC Community Housing Fund would have poured more than $775 million into the province’s non-market housing sector. Despite homelessness rising in 60 per cent of BC communities surveyed, advocates also pointed to a shift in government funding that prioritizes “near-market” affordability over those that have a deep, chronic need for housing.
Migrant-led non-profits prioritized through RADIUS’s participatory grantmaking
Why It Matters
Participatory grantmaking provides equity, transparency and inclusivity by shifting decision-making power to communities. It puts local voices in charge by determining where funding could be best utilized in their community.
Non-profits scramble after Nova Scotia government claws back $130M from organizations
Why It Matters
Grant clawbacks could have a direct impact on non-profits budgets and ultimately cut programs or reduce staff. It also signals increased financial uncertainty, making long-term planning and sustainability challenging for organizations across Nova Scotia.
Feds propose stricter reporting rules for non-profits with revenues above $100K
Why It Matters
New compliance requirements could significantly increase reporting obligations and administration costs for non-profits, many of which already face staffing strains.
Homelessness organizations dealing with increasing legal attacks, anti-poverty rhetoric: Ontario Nonprofit Network
Why It Matters
Legal challenges, threats and lawsuits against non-profits and charities are destabilizing for staff and operations. Where there are significant gaps in public policy, non-profits have stepped in to support vulnerable people and have subsequently borne the brunt of the blame. Some organizations might not have the capacity and resources to take on a legal battle.