Blip or trend? Government funding to charities jumped by $30 billion in early pandemic

Why It Matters

All levels of government announced new funding for the charitable sector during the pandemic. But how much did organizations net in total? And is the boost in funding here to stay?

Volunteer firefighters fill countless roles in rural communities, so why are their numbers shrinking?

Why It Matters

More than 70 per cent of Canadian firefighters are classified as volunteers, but thousands have hung up their turnout gear in recent years. New recruitment strategies and better funding could help turn the tide.