Canada Gives is about to welcome our Foundation families to an entirely new experience—one designed not around fundraising, but around learning, connection and the craft of giving well. With Prime Quadrant as our presenting sponsor, we’re proud to host the first annual Giving Games, an invitational gathering that brings together thoughtful donors, experienced philanthropists and […]
For Canada Gives’ Foundation families, thoughtful planning is a familiar discipline. Investment strategies are reviewed regularly with their tax and financial advisors. Long-term objectives are modelled and stress tested. Families will regularly work with their trusted advisors to make confident decisions about the future. Until recently, philanthropy has rarely been approached with that same level […]
For many philanthropic Canadians, charitable giving is something they do consistently, strategically and with deep personal meaning. But even the most engaged philanthropists don’t always realize that how they fund their Donor Advised Fund (“DAF”), or as we call it at Canada Gives, their Foundation account, can dramatically increase its impact over time. One of […]
For many higher net-worth Canadians, charitable giving isn’t simply an act of generosity—it’s part of a broader plan to create impact during their life and to leave a meaningful legacy. That focus is a hallmark of Canada Gives Foundation families. Yet one of the most effective tools for long-term, tax-efficient philanthropy is often underutilized: donating […]
At Canada Gives, we’re honoured to share another year of remarkable innovation and thoughtful philanthropy on the part of our Foundation families. Their generosity and care for their communities and those most in need is truly inspiring. Our Annual Impact Report 2024 shines a light on their profound impact, our evolving infrastructure and inspiring […]
Our latest Donor Story highlights the challenges that an heir faced when his ailing father made a generous—yet highly ambitious—deathbed request. With a substantial estate to manage and an instruction to donate to more than two dozen charities, the son faced an uncertain giving dilemma. But with Canada Gives’ help, he was able to glean […]
Our latest Donor Story explores the philanthropic efforts of retired nurse Clare Pinette. The British Columbia resident knew that she wanted to give back after leaving the workforce, but she soon discovered the potential to make a measurable impact with her time, expertise and charitable funding. With the help of the Canada Gives team, Pinette […]
In our latest Donor Story, we highlight the philanthropic work of a Canada Gives Foundation family with deep roots in India. Their passion for bringing their late mother’s giving wishes to life—using international giving to help impoverished girls in the developing world attain meaningful education—and drive to bring multiple generations together to build a transformative […]
When long-time philanthropist Steve McEachern and his wife Mary laid out their estate plans, they named Rotary Foundation Canada as a primary charitable beneficiary of their $40 million fortune, save for the living expenses needed to sustain the lifestyle expenses of the surviving spouse. But before he passed at age 99, Steve had a change […]
One of the many advantages of a Canada Gives Foundation account is the flexibility and ease of use that the structure offers to philanthropists. In our latest Donor Story, we explain how Canada Gives donor client Robert Porter—after being introduced to our organization by his financial advisor—used a donor advised fund at Canada Gives to […]
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Canada Gives offices are located on the traditional territory of Indigenous peoples dating back countless generations. We want to show our respect for their contributions and recognize the role of treaty making in what is now Canada. Hundreds of years after the first treaties were signed, they are still relevant today. We seek to do better, to continue to recognize, learn, and grow—in friendship and community, Nation-to-Nation.
Canada Gives Charitable Registration #83306 2144 RR0001.
You can find us in the Charities Directorate at www.cra-arc.gc.ca
Toronto | Collingwood | Edmonton
1 (844) 583-4483
Canada Gives offices are located on the traditional territory of Indigenous peoples dating back countless generations. We want to show our respect for their contributions and recognize the role of treaty making in what is now Canada. Hundreds of years after the first treaties were signed, they are still relevant today. We seek to do better, to continue to recognize, learn, and grow—in friendship and community, Nation-to-Nation.
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