There have been several definitions of charity within the 20th-century Canadian context. The approach states that the issue is significant towards creating a modernized judicial system for deciding about charitable...
Indigenous Youth Voices and the Role of Philanthropy
Indigenous peoples in Canada come from various nations, with the young population rising day in and day out. Even if the indigenous communities have varying languages, cultures, and geographical locations,...
Journey of Reciprocity
The entire Circle on Philanthropy and Aboriginal Peoples in Canada aims to support the conversation among the Inuit communities, private and public foundations, corporate philanthropy programs, and charitable organizations. This...
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Philanthropy and Aboriginal Communities – Encouraging Developments in Atlantic Canada
The incorporation of non-profit organizations, also known as Ulnooweg, based in Truro, Nova Scotia, has fully qualified to be a non-profit sector under the Income Tax Act (Canada).“Ulnooweg” originate from the Mi’kmaq language, which means “our way.” Ulnooweg’s members are the primary principals of the 34 Mi’kmaq and Maliseet communities among the four Atlantic Provinces. The board of directors here...
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The Rich Tapestry of Indigenous Names for Dogs
Whether you own an American or Canadian breed dog, naming your pets shouldn’t be taken lightly. Undoubtedly, your furry friends deserve the best names. Luckily, your choices are as vast and diverse as the many cultures that make up the world. Among these, the Native American culture has a wealth of meaningful and evocative names. Naming a dog isn’t just a means of identification. It could be a cultural expression and reflect heritage, tradition, and values. Thus, indigenous names for...
Vaping and Philanthropy
The unveiling of a $160 million by Michael Bloomberg and Matthew Myers has led to unending debates among nonprofit organizations and Tobacco companies. The campaign advocated ending smoking cigarettes among kids since it is harmful to their health and opted for vaping. However, not all nations have banned the use of premium flavored e-cigarettes except for Michigan and San Francisco. ...
An Action Framework For Children And Youth In Canada
Another initiative program that has worked closely with the youths of Canada to unite the communities is the National Alliance for Children and Youth (NACY). This program aims to connect diverse non-profit organizations to a collaborative network system with the goal of boosting the kids’ and youth’s well-being. This is achieved through offering the national leadership and skills, linking practice, mobilizing, and performing research about policy development. In collaboration with its members and other funders, the National Alliance for Children and ...