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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 […]
The Strategic Philanthropy Platform: Why Donor-Advised Funds Are Reshaping Giving
Philanthropy, for most of its history, has been organized around transactions. A cheque is written, a receipt issued, recognition awarded, transaction concluded, until next time, if there is next time. The charitable sector has built itself around this rhythm. Donors are asked to give at year-end, and campaigns are designed around annual fundraising cycles. Charities […]
New Watermark report (released June 2026) highlights Canada Gives’ commitment to active philanthropy
Canada’s donor advised fund (DAF) sector continues to grow rapidly, giving philanthropists more opportunities than ever to support transformative causes while creating lasting charitable legacies. As the sector evolves, so too does the conversation about how DAFs can best serve both philanthropists and Canada’s charitable community. That conversation continued with the recent release of Growing […]