Call for Expressions of Interest to Serve on BCHC Task Force
News & Events Call for Expressions of Interest to Serve on BCHC Task Force The Network for the Advancement of Black Communities (NABC) is inviting Expressions of Interest to serve on a Task Force that will guide the launch of the Black Communities Technical Housing Resource Centre (BCHC). This initiative aims to empower Black-led organizations and advance equitable […]
Application Period Now Open for the Community Sport for All Initiative
News & Events Application Period Now Open for the Community Sport for All Initiative The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, has announced a new call for proposals under the Community Sport for All Initiative to address barriers preventing Canadians from accessing the benefits of sport. National organizations are invited to submit […]
‘A Hub for the Black Community:’ Vancouver Council Approves Mixed-Use Development
News & Events ‘A Hub for the Black Community:’ Vancouver Council Approves Mixed-Use Development Vancouver City Council has greenlit a groundbreaking mixed-use development aimed at celebrating and supporting the city’s Black communities. The project will feature cultural spaces, affordable housing, and commercial areas designed to serve as a central hub for Black residents. This initiative […]
How Health Hubs are Helping Black Physicians in Ontario
News & Events How Health Hubs are Helping Black Physicians in Ontario The Black Physicians’ Association of Ontario (BPAO) has launched health hubs across Ontario to support Black medical students and physicians, particularly in regions with few Black mentors. These hubs, located in cities like Sudbury, Ottawa, and London, provide spaces for Black doctors to […]
Black Food Sovereignty Conference 2024
News & Events Black Food Sovereignty Conference 2024 Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024Time: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM ESTLocation: Toronto Metropolitan University – 350 Victoria Street Toronto, ON M5B 2K3 Mark your calendars! The Black Food Sovereignty Conference 2024 is taking place at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), on Saturday, October 19, 2024. This impactful day will be filled with thought-provoking discussions, […]
Launch of public consultations on Canada’s approach to partnerships in Africa
News & Events Launch of public consultations on Canada’s approach to partnerships in Africa Canada has been actively reviewing its approach, in line with the feminist foreign policy and feminist international assistance policy, to engaging with African countries and institutions to build stronger, expanded and more visible partnerships. The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign […]
Non-Profit Enhances Support with AI-Powered Translation Device
News & Events Non-Profit Enhances Support with AI-Powered Translation Device Options Community Services, a non-profit serving Surrey, Delta, and White Rock, has introduced the TranslateLive Instant Language Assistant (ILA) to aid clients who speak languages other than English. This device, launched in May, features encryption and supports over 200 languages, including accessibility options for those […]
Tapestry is Working With 11 Housing Providers to Raise $110 Million in Community Bonds
News & Events Tapestry is Working With 11 Housing Providers to Raise $110 Million in Community Bonds Across Canada, 11 charitable, nonprofit, and cooperative housing providers are utilizing community bonds to raise $110 million from Canadians, aimed at creating or preserving over 3,000 affordable housing units. Backed by Tapestry Community Capital’s Investing in Housing initiative […]
Racialized Workers in Canada Less Likely to Be Unionized
News & Events Racialized Workers in Canada Less Likely to Be Unionized A new report from the Centre for Future Work reveals that Black and racialized workers in Canada are significantly less likely to be unionized compared to their non-racialized counterparts. Only 25% of racialized workers are covered by union contracts, compared to 33% of […]
The Decision to Step Down: Reflections From Four Foundation Leaders
News & Events The Decision to Step Down: Reflections From Four Foundation Leaders The Philanthropist Journal interviewed four foundation leaders, two of whom recently resigned and two who will soon. These leaders have been pivotal in shaping their organizations, and reflect on their legacies and the evolving landscape of philanthropy. Key themes emerged: the necessity of […]