An easier way to find mental health help for young people: The Youth Mental Health Ecosystem

Why It Matters

A centralized mental health support platform can make it easier for youth to find proper support. It also opens opportunities for organizations to collaborate and extend their reach.

Record number of working Canadians now relying on food banks

Why It Matters

As the affordability crisis worsens, more Canadians are turning to food banks and other non-profits to help with resources. This places additional strain on already underfunded systems, and the problem is likely to worsen. Experts say there are solutions, however.

Feeding change: Regina’s free grocery store will soon be developing its own food products

Why It Matters

While the choice model food bank is not a new concept, Regina’s Community Food Hub has also added a “layer of innovation” through data-enabled decision-making, said CEO John Bailey. Although clients are not paying for their food, data about what they are “buying” is becoming invaluable to the food bank’s operations.

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.