New report exposes the mental health toll on women during life transitions

Why It Matters

Women’s mental health challenges are worsened by systemic gaps in access, affordability, and culturally appropriate care. The data-driven report underscores the urgent need for collaborative, preventative solutions that reflect women’s lived experiences and support mental wellbeing throughout their lives.

'Casual staff or CEO, everyone gets the same': How a social services agency transitioned to employee ownership

Why It Matters

According to research by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, 76 per cent of Canada’s business owners plan to exit their businesses in the next decade. The EOT legislation has been designed to ease those businesses' succession planning and spread the benefits of wealth. However, advocates warn that there might be a gaping hole in the legislation that the Carney government must urgently address in the Fall Budget.

CAMH, Furniture Bank, CanadaHelps among first cohort in responsible AI adoption program

Why It Matters

Despite the increase in free and low-cost AI online training, little is tailored to the non-profit sector or towards responsible, ethical adoption of the technology.

“Shelters are becoming de facto long-term housing” as Ontario grapples with alarming rates of homelessness

Why It Matters

Ontario is the only province where housing responsibility has been passed down from the provincial government to municipalities. Many shelters rely on a patchwork of funding sources, and are having to consider more financially sustainable options.