Canadian Philanthropy Commitment on Climate Change opens for Signature
MONTREAL, QC–A first-of-its-kind funder pledge, which calls on Canadian foundations and philanthropic actors to signal their commitment to act on climate change, has launched today. The pledge, entitled The Canadian Philanthropy Commitment on Climate Change, launches ahead of the annual UN climate conference, COP26, which opens in Glasgow, Scotland on …
Buy a Toque, Give a Toque program rolls out new collection
New Collection Launches October 13 – Premium Toques with Purpose TORONTO, ON–Toques from the Heart creates soft and stylish toques that make winter more comfortable for a buyer and a Canadian in need. Not everyone has easy access to warm clothing. For every toque purchased, Toques From The Heart gives …
GIVERGY ANNOUNCES CARBON NEUTRALITY
LONDON, UK–Givergy says it is now a carbon neutral company, committed to consistently improving their environmental performance. This announcement comes as the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report unequivocally highlights that human influence has warmed the atmosphere, and that our planetary boundaries are being stretched. Moreover, the report notes …
Second Harvest, Value Chain Management International release new research: Canada’s Invisible Food Network
TORONTO, ON – For every Loblaws, Metro, Safeway, Northern or Sobeys in Canada, there are four food charities providing food to families who cannot always afford to feed themselves. That’s more than 61,000 non-profit organizations providing food at no or low cost to people in need compared to the 15,344 …
Sylogist Acquires Innovative SaaS Fundraising Platform
CALGARY, AB–Sylogist Ltd. announced the acquisition of MISSION CRM Ltd., the developer of the Mission CRM fundraising and donor engagement SaaS platform for large and mid-market nonprofit organizations. In the transaction, which closed on October 6th, 2021, Sylogist acquired all the shares of Mission CRM for $2.67 million (CAD), approximately 3x trailing …
Emerging artists energize 2021 Sobey Art Award exhibition at National Gallery of Canada
OTTAWA, ON – Inspiring new works from five of Canada’s leading emerging visual artists promise to energize and challenge visitors to the National Gallery of Canada starting on October 8, 2021 in the 2021 Sobey Art Award exhibition, on view until February 20, 2022. The Sobey Art Award exhibition is the …
Rethink Breast Cancer Celebrates 20th BCAM with Rebrand and Month-Long Programming
Rethink’s 20th Anniversary Pop-Up at Stackt Market celebrates impact-driven partnerships this breast cancer awareness month (BCAM) TORONTO, ON–Rethink Breast Cancer, the change-maker organization for all young people concerned about and affected by breast cancer is celebrating its 20th anniversary throughout the month of October. Known for breaking through as a …
Global Philanthropic Appoints new Marketing leader
Global Philanthropic Canada has appointed Meredith Hand as Director of Marketing & Communications. She is based in Halifax, NS. For the past 15 years, Meredith has influenced the breadth and reach of brands and maximized business development opportunities in international positions, working throughout the Caribbean and Europe. “Meredith is an …
BC Cancer Research Centre in Vancouver re-named the L.J. Blackmore Cancer Research Centre
VANCOUVER, B.C.–Following an unveiling ceremony the BC Cancer Research Centre at 675 W 10th Ave. in Vancouver has been officially renamed the L.J. Blackmore Cancer Research Centre, named for the late Leon Judah Blackmore and the Leon Judah Blackmore Foundation. Following remarks from Sarah Roth (President & CEO, BC Cancer …
CPRS National Awards the 2021 Lamp of Service to Vincent Power
TORONTO, ON–In recognition of his years of volunteer service at both the local and national levels, the Canadian Public Relations Society has chosen Vincent Power, APR, FCPRS as the recipient of its 2021 Lamp of Service. Power accepted the honour virtually on the first day of Cultivate 2021, the CPRS …