Charities

• Charities hit hard as Canada Post labour dispute disrupts donations

  Rotating strikes and service delays have left many organizations struggling, particularly as they head into the critical holiday donation season.

  Canada

  Oct 21
  
• Calgary family stuck in legal battle trying to honour sister’s final wishes

  Nina Caldwell suffered a brain injury at 12 years old when she was hit by a vehicle, and another accident in 2006 sent her into a nursing home.

  Canada

  Sep 11
  
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• Canadian charities ask Ottawa to fill ‘catastrophic’ gaps left by USAID

  Numerous Canadian projects are in limbo as the world's largest aid funder freezes funding, and it's unclear what will happen to millions of dollars Ottawa had sent to USAID.

  Canada

  Feb 10
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• Lebanon donation-matching goal with Ottawa is falling short, charities say

  The federal government has pledged to double every dollar the Humanitarian Coalition of charities raises until Nov. 3, to a maximum of $3 million, for emergency supports.

  Politics

  Oct 24, 2024
• Gananoque Ribfest draws crowds and funds for local charities despite weather setback

  Gananoque's annual Ribfest drew 15,000 attendees, raising funds for local clubs. Despite a weather-related cancellation, the event was a success with tasty ribs and live music.

  Canada

  Jun 30, 2024
• ‘The numbers keep going up’: Maritime food charities worry about what lies ahead

  Non-profits in the Maritimes that focus on food insecurity are concerned about what the future holds for those struggling to get enough food to eat.

  Canada

  Dec 12, 2023
• Giving Tuesday highlights increased need for donations

  Charities are facing increased need during Giving Tuesday. Joelle Tomlinson explores ways to give back in Calgary, including a unique vending machine.

  Economy

  Nov 28, 2023
• Guelph charities are feeling the impact of the economic crunch

  Organizations like the United Way, Guelph Food Bank and Salvation Army experienced fewer donations and higher demand for their services.

  Canada

  Apr 12, 2023
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• $3M in federal grants available to London, Ont.-area charities, non-profits impacted by pandemic

  The funding comes as part of the $400-million Community Services Recovery Fund, aimed at helping charities and non-profits adapt and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Canada

  Jan 10, 2023
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• N.S. charities in need of more donations to support increased holiday demand

  The Salvation Army and Parker Street Food Bank say they are noticing about a 30 per cent increase in need this year, but so far donations are slightly down from last year.

  Economy

  Dec 12, 2022