The Indigenous Innovation Initiative Launches Inaugural Program
TORONTO, ON–The Indigenous Innovation Initiative, hosted at Grand Challenges Canada is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural program, Advancing Indigenous Gender Equality through Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship, on May 11th, 2020. The program will provide much-needed seed funding to innovative projects that will promote gender equality in Indigenous …
Manulife donates $100,000 to support communities impacted by the Nova Scotia tragedy
Supporting Canadian Red Cross Stronger Together Nova Scotia Fund and the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia TORONTO, ON–Manulife announced a $100,000 donation to support the health and well-being of communities impacted by the tragic events on April 18 and 19. $50,000 is being donated to the Canadian Red Cross …
Alectra Inc. joins United Way in COVID-19 relief across Greater Golden Horseshoe Region
MISSISSAUGA, ON–Communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe Region are facing significant economic difficulty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The United Way is providing critical relief by delivering essential services, such as access to food, to thousands of people. To help, Alectra is directing a total of $273,000 to United Way …
How HSBC works with customers, employees and communities towards a sustainable future
VANCOUVER, BC–HSBC says now more than ever there is the need to develop the skills, business innovation and solutions that will secure sustainable growth. The bank’s 2019 Public Accountability Statement (PAS), now available online at https://www.about.hsbc.ca/hsbc-in-canada/community, details their commercial and philanthropic activities to support sustainable finance and future skills for …
Manulife Heart & Stroke Ride for Heart hits the virtual road
Online event will raise critical funds for heart disease and stroke research TORONTO, ON–Heart & Stroke’s biggest single-day fundraiser hits the road this spring, the virtual road, and for the first time everyone across Canada can be the leader of the pack. No matter where you live or what kind …
Plan International Canada increases COVID-19 response efforts on the ground
International development and humanitarian organization urges Canadians to support the world’s most vulnerable populations TORONTO, ON–As the threat of the coronavirus continues to move across the globe, Plan International Canada increases response efforts to help stop the spread and impact of COVID-19 in the developing world and is appealing to …
TD donates $100,000 to Strongest Families Institute in Nova Scotia
Donation will help support those in rural or under-served communities who are struggling with mental health problems such as anxiety, depression and behavioral challenges HALIFAX, NS–Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, mental health services have seen a significant increase in the number of people reaching out for support, as many try …
Food Banks BC Receives Large Egg Donation
ABBOTSFORD, BC–Food Banks BC is the recipient of a significant donation of eggs from BC’s egg farmers. As the economy took a hit due to COVID-19, food bank usage increased. BC’s egg farmers knew they had to do something to help. As a result, BC Egg, the organization representing all …
GivingTuesdayNow inspires Canadians to participate in global day of unity and generosity
OTTAWA, ON–As a part of a global initiative, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) and CanadaHelps are asking all Canadians to show their generosity on Tuesday, May 5 during GivingTuesdayNow to aid in the response to the COVID-19 crisis. GivingTuesdayNow is designed to drive an influx of generosity in support of …
Samaritan’s Purse helping northern Alberta flood victims
Christian relief agency has deployed specially equipped tractor-trailers in Fort McMurray and Fort Vermilion, begins recruiting volunteers to clean out damaged homes CALGARY, AB–Samaritan’s Purse Canada is helping flood victims in the northern Alberta communities of Fort McMurray and Fort Vermilion by sending its specially equipped Disaster Relief Units to …