The democracy we want
In this moment of uncertainty about Canada’s democratic future, we must prioritize the testing and scaling of solutions. The CEO of the Samara Centre offers three practical recommendations.
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With democracy under siege, the philanthropic sector seeks to strengthen its foundation
A healthy democracy used to be taken for granted by many in the sector. Now the “democracy question” has seized some of the country’s largest foundations, charities, and civil society organizations, and momentum is building.
‘Influence is forever’: Reflections on the legacy of Nathan Gilbert
The former executive director of the Laidlaw Foundation didn’t just effect change, those who knew him say – he changed how people think and the way philanthropy works.
Feminist philanthropy in practice: When solidarity becomes systems change
From mission-aligned investments to grantmaking that supports generational movements, feminist philanthropy has myriad lessons for the philanthropic sector writ large.
Fair Funding for Nonprofits proposes federal funding reform to support Canadians
A sector coalition is advocating for flexible funding, while the government emphasizes accountability. Both are trying to reduce administrative burden. Can these needs co-exist?
An ancient past unearthed by urban construction
This is the first piece from Gabrielle McMann, a writing fellow working with The Philanthropist Journal and The Local in Toronto.
Feminist philanthropy: What it stands for – and what it’s up against
Like all social movements, the generational struggle for women’s rights and gender equality ebbs and flows. But the current moment feels different. With feminist movements facing a perfect storm of interconnected threats, how philanthropy responds – or not – is a political choice.
What Canada’s climate leaders need now
New research reveals a dynamic, self-assured, and growing climate justice movement in Canada. Four actionable themes emerged about what this movement needs now and how funders can grow its impact and power.
