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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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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 ...

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 article explains the Circle’s origins and why philanthropic sectors have dedicated and will continue dedicating their resources to reconciliation. This is where one gets to know what the Indigenous people would require in order to rekindle their traditions of social resilience. The Circle also plays a massive role in enabling people...