2022 Canadian Federal Budget: How will it affect the Canadian charitable sector?
By Mark Blumberg and Helene Mersky On April 7, 2022, Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland introduced Budget 2022: A Plan to Grow Our Economy and Make Life More Affordable for the Liberal Government of Justin Trudeau. Highlights The budget dealt with many big issues surrounding Canada’s COVID-19 recovery and housing …
Taking to the Streets Once More
By Brad Offman The COVID-19 pandemic had a devastating impact on families and businesses across Canada and around the World. For many of us, the last two years have been tough. There are, however, some things about my pre-pandemic life that I will not miss. Regular commuting to downtown Toronto …
My Road Back to AFP
By Sherry Joy Hugh “I know my journey’s not over yet, and that life is a winding path, but I can only hope it somehow circles back to the place I belong.” – Nicholas Sparks My road back to AFP is closely linked to feeling a sense of belonging to …
2022 Giving Report: Unprecedented strain meets new opportunities for Canadian charities
By Shannon Craig It’s no surprise that charities have had a rough ride since the start of the pandemic. It started with the cancellation of critical in-person fundraising events, leaving charities scrambling to make up for lost revenue. Some charities were forced to quickly pivot programs and services online, while …
From the Heart:Brian (Barké) Nowak – Inspirational Philanthropy
By Michael Brooke and Cezarina Trone The word philanthropy comes from Latin and translates as a “love of humankind, often defined as giving gifts of ‘time, talent and treasure’ to make life better for other people.” This column aims to celebrate those who engage in philanthropy in all its forms …