Philanthropy’s role in the nation-building project of local news
A rapidly formed philanthropic collaboration during an important election campaign offers some lessons about how philanthropy might support local journalism in the future.
Philanthropy and Funding
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The 55 Minutes: Take time to zoom out
James Stauch’s book is a great way to learn about the basics of systems and their role in the world, society, and personal lives, and will help anyone, anywhere who wants to address real-world issues and problems, reviewer Peter Elson writes.
Tackling food insecurity through collaboration, innovation, and advocacy
The charitable hunger-relief sector is in the unique position of knowing how to not only respond to rising food insecurity, but to champion long-term change in this space, writes Second Harvest CEO Lori Nikkel.
The power of unrestricted support: A story of Indigenous strength and sovereignty
At the 25th International Funders for Indigenous Peoples Global Conference in Kenya, one theme stood out, Rachael Sonola writes: Indigenous sovereignty is not just about land or governance; it is about the power to decide, to shape, and to thrive on our own terms.
De l’importance d’un soutien sans restrictions : une histoire de force et de souveraineté autochtones
Cette contribution s’inscrit dans le cadre du programme Community Harvest de l’organisme The Circle on Philanthropy, une initiative invitant les membres, les partenaires et leurs
Foreign aid isn’t optional – it’s infrastructure
We often frame international aid as charity, a nice-to-have when the books balance, Plan Canada’s Lindsay Glassco writes. But in a deeply connected world, shaped by conflict, climate, and contagion, investing in resilience elsewhere is a strategic way to reinforce it here.
Church communities: Conduits for community development
Churches contribute significantly to the economy and represent 40% of registered charities in Canada. Contributor Yvonne Rodney offers snapshots of four organizations: their work, the breadth of services provided, and the potential loss if they were to close.
Book Reviews, Personalities & Interviews
Ellen Gabriel: 35 years after the so-called Oka Crisis
More than three decades after the Mohawk Resistance at Kanesatake, the activist, artist, and filmmaker who was on the front lines doesn’t see much progress in Canada’s treatment of Indigenous Peoples. She hopes her new book will help educate Canadians.
