More than 900 submissions have been made to the federal government’s pre-budget consultations. This year, the non-profit sector has continued its advocacy for affordable housing, social assistance, and a robust arts sector. However, there are competing forces at bay, with companies and other organizations often advocating for policy change, reform and funding that is directly in opposition to the sector's work.
Rising housing costs have become a significant barrier to post-secondary education. CMU’s announcement shows how donor support can create lasting benefits with the potential to impact Canadians for generations to come.
Alternative teaching models challenge traditional power dynamics and foster equity in classrooms. By centring student agency and diverse learning needs, these approaches help build more inclusive, responsive educational environments.
Charities and non-profits may find long-term sustainability challenging, given high delivery costs, fluctuating donation patterns, changing community needs, and shifting priorities for funders. One under-explored exit strategy is to merge operations with other organizations. Charities and non-profits, however, need to be aware of their obligations with the Canada Revenue Agency should they choose to go down this route.
Charities and non-profits are often at the whim of economic cycles. When there is a downturn, donations and corporate giving shrink too. In these times, consistent government funding could support and sustain non-profits, but some are concerned the sector could fall by the wayside again.
For two years, Canadian aid organizations have struggled to get help to starving and injured Palestinians, as most borders were shuttered to international help. While the ceasefire is on, food, medicine and supplies must flow unimpeded into the region.
