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Donor Story: Starting a family conversation about giving back
For many families, talking about money with adult children can feel uncomfortable. Parents may want their children to understand the family’s financial and philanthropic plans, but don’t want conversations about wealth to become conversations about inheritance. They may worry that discussing the family’s assets too early—or too openly—could change the way their children think about […]
Donor Story: Turning an unneeded life insurance policy into a philanthropic funding tool
For many Canadians, life insurance is an important part of a financial and estate plan. It can provide security for a spouse, protect children and help ensure that a family has financial resources when they need them most. But what happens when you no longer need that protection? For John and Stephanie, the answer became […]
Donor Story: How one retired couple turned their RRIF into a lasting charitable legacy
For many Canadians, retirement represents the opportunity to enjoy the rewards of decades of hard work. It’s also a time to reflect on the values they hope to pass on to future generations and the legacy they want to leave behind. For Canada Gives donor clients John and Dianne, philanthropy became an increasingly important part […]