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CanadaHelps
CanadaHelps is a registered charity in Canada that aims to enhance charitable
giving across the country by serving both donors and charities. Established in
2000, it provides an online platform where individuals can discover, donate to,
and fundraise for any registered charity in Canada. The organization processes
donations, disburses funds to charities, and issues instant tax receipts to
donors, ensuring a seamless giving experience. For charities, CanadaHelps offers
a secure and affordable online fundraising platform, along with training and
resources to help them engage with their supporters effectively.
URL :
www.canadahelps.org
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Canadian Cancer Society
The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is dedicated to improving the lives of those
affected by cancer through funding research, providing support services, and
advocating for public health policies related to cancer prevention and care. CCS
invests significantly in cancer research, having funded over $2 billion since
its inception, leading to improved survival rates for many types of cancer. The
organization offers a range of services, including transportation to treatment,
accommodation assistance, and a supportive online community for patients,
survivors, and caregivers.
URL :
www.cancer.ca
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Arthritis Society Canada
The Arthritis Society Canada is a national charity dedicated to supporting the
approximately six million Canadians living with arthritis. The organization
focuses on raising awareness and providing resources related to arthritis, which
encompasses over 100 different diseases characterized by joint inflammation and
pain. Their mission includes funding research, advocating for better treatment
options, and offering educational materials to help individuals manage their
condition effectively. The website provides comprehensive information about
various types of arthritis, treatment options, self-management strategies, and
support resources.
URL :
www.arthritis.ca
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Canadian Feed The Children
Canadian Feed The Children (CFTC) is a registered charity based in Toronto,
Ontario, dedicated to alleviating hunger and poverty among children both in
Canada and internationally. CFTC focuses on food security, nutrition, and
education, implementing community-led programs in Canada, Bolivia, Ethiopia,
Ghana, and Uganda. CFTC's initiatives include: School Meals: Providing
nutritious meals in schools to enhance children's learning and reduce family
burdens. Community Gardens: Establishing gardens to improve food security and
nutrition within communities. Food Forests: Creating self-sustaining ecosystems
that provide food and resources for Indigenous communities. Women's Economic
Empowerment: Supporting women in agriculture to enhance their income and
decision-making roles.
URL :
www.canadianfeedthechildren.ca
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Canadian Red Cross
The Canadian Red Cross is a prominent humanitarian organization dedicated to
providing assistance and support to vulnerable communities in Canada and around
the world. Established in 1909, it is part of the larger International Red Cross
and Red Crescent Movement, which includes 192 national societies committed to
humanitarian aid. The organization operates under fundamental principles that
emphasize neutrality, impartiality, and independence, guiding its mission to
alleviate human suffering in emergencies and disasters. The Canadian Red Cross
offers a wide range of services, including disaster response, health and
wellness programs, and first aid training, impacting thousands of lives each
year.
URL :
www.redcross.ca
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Doctors Without Borders
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Canada is a humanitarian
organization dedicated to providing emergency medical care to individuals
affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, and healthcare exclusion. Operating
under the principles of neutrality and impartiality, MSF Canada delivers
assistance based solely on need, without discrimination based on ethnicity,
gender, religion, or political beliefs. The organization plays a crucial role in
connecting Canadian supporters, humanitarians, and medical professionals with
MSF's global operations.
URL :
www.doctorswithoutborders.ca
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First Book Canada
First Book Canada is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing
educational inequities faced by children in need across Canada. Founded in 2009,
it operates the largest network of educators and non-profit programs focused on
improving access to quality education for underserved communities. The
organization believes that education is a pathway out of poverty, and it works
to eliminate barriers to learning by providing free and low-cost books and
resources. With a community of over 20,000 members, First Book Canada empowers
educators by offering tools and resources tailored to the specific needs of
their students.
URL :
www.firstbookcanada.org
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Food Banks Canada
Food Banks Canada is a national charitable organization focused on alleviating
food insecurity across the country. Established in 1989, its mission is to
relieve hunger today and prevent hunger tomorrow, striving for a vision where no
Canadian goes hungry. The organization supports a vast network of over 5,100
food banks and community organizations, working collaboratively with 10
Provincial Associations to maximize their collective impact. Food Banks Canada
engages in advocacy for policy changes that address the root causes of hunger,
such as poverty and low incomes. They also conduct research and produce reports,
like the annual HungerCount, to highlight the state of food insecurity in
Canada.
URL :
www.foodbankscanada.ca
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Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is dedicated to combating heart
disease and stroke through a multifaceted approach that includes research,
advocacy, and health promotion. Their key priorities focus on preventing heart
failure, transforming stroke care, improving cardiac arrest survival rates,
addressing health inequities, and supporting lifelong care for congenital heart
disease. The foundation engages in world-class research and public awareness
initiatives, aiming to educate Canadians about heart health and stroke
prevention. They also provide resources for healthcare professionals and support
for individuals affected by these conditions, including online communities and
educational events.
URL :
www.heartandstroke.ca
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Lifewater Canada
Lifewater Canada is a Christian charity, dedicated to improving access to safe
drinking water and sanitation in countries such as Haiti, Liberia, Nigeria, and
Kenya. The organization focuses on building and maintaining water
infrastructure, including wells and rainwater catchment systems, while also
providing essential hygiene and sanitation training to reduce waterborne
illnesses. In recent years, Lifewater Canada has achieved significant
milestones, including drilling over 2,370 wells, rehabilitating 1,100
out-of-service wells, and conducting numerous health and hygiene workshops.
URL :
www.lifewater.ca
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Mastercard Foundation
The Mastercard Foundation is a registered Canadian charity and one of the
largest foundations in the world. It works with visionary organizations to
advance education and financial inclusion to enable young people in Africa and
Indigenous youth in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. Established
in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company,
the Foundation is an independent organization separate from the company, with
offices in Toronto, Kigali, Accra, Nairobi, Kampala, Lagos, Dakar, and Addis
Ababa. Its policies, operations, and program decisions are determined by the
Foundation’s Board of Directors and leadership.
URL :
www.mastercardfdn.org
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Movember Foundation
The Movember Foundation is a global charity dedicated to improving men's health.
The foundation focuses on three key areas: mental health and suicide prevention,
prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. Each November, the Movember initiative
encourages men, referred to as "Mo Bros," to grow moustaches to raise awareness
and funds for these health issues. Participants can also engage in activities
like running or walking 60 kilometers throughout the month, symbolizing the 60
men lost to suicide every hour globally.
URL :
www.movember.com
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MS Canada
MS Canada, officially known as the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, is a
charitable organization founded in 1948. Its mission is to improve the lives of
individuals living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and to fund research aimed at
finding a cure for the disease. The organization offers a range of services,
including support for those affected by MS, public awareness campaigns, and
funding for medical research. With its headquarters in Toronto, MS Canada
operates seven regional divisions across the country, engaging a vast network of
volunteers and community representatives to enhance its outreach and
effectiveness.
URL :
www.mscanada.ca
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Plan Canada
Plan Canada, officially known as Plan International Canada, is an international
charity dedicated to advancing children's rights and promoting gender equality,
particularly for girls. Plan Canada operates in over 80 countries, focusing on
various critical areas including education, health, and humanitarian response.
The organization engages in multiple initiatives such as child sponsorship
programs, where individuals can support children and their communities to access
essential services like education and healthcare. Additionally, Plan Canada
offers "Gifts of Hope," tangible contributions that support community projects
by providing necessary items like school supplies and health services.
URL :
www.plancanada.ca
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Simon House Recovery Centre
Simon House Recovery Centre is dedicated to guiding individuals towards
long-term recovery from addiction. It offers a compassionate and innovative
approach to addiction treatment, rooted in the 12 Steps and supplemented by
various therapeutic techniques. The center emphasizes the importance of
community support and aims to empower clients through its core values of
compassion, acceptance, and collaboration. The center's mission is to transform
lives and restore relationships, making it a vital resource for those struggling
with addiction in Calgary and beyond.
URL :
www.simonhouse.com
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Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, accessible at www.thepmcf.ca, is
dedicated to raising essential funds to support cancer research and treatment.
The foundation's mission is to "Conquer Cancer In Our Lifetime" by accelerating
cancer research, education, and clinical care at the Princess Margaret Cancer
Centre in Toronto. Key initiatives include fundraising events like the home
lottery and the Ride to Conquer Cancer, which help finance groundbreaking
research and innovative treatment methods. The foundation is recognized as a
leader in various cancer research areas, including cancer stem cell research and
patient survivorship programs, and it plays a pivotal role in advancing cancer
care both locally and globally.
URL :
www.thepmcf.ca
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SickKids
SickKids, officially known as The Hospital for Sick Children, is a leading
pediatric health care institution located in Toronto, Canada. Renowned for its
commitment to child and family-centered care, SickKids integrates clinical
practice, research, and education to improve health outcomes for children. The
hospital operates with a philosophy that emphasizes respect, communication, and
partnership with families, ensuring that they are central to the care process.
SickKids is recognized as Canada’s largest hospital-based child health research
institute, conducting groundbreaking research and training the next generation
of researchers.
URL :
www.sickkids.ca
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UHN Foundation
UHN Foundation is a charitable organization associated with the University
Health Network (UHN), which is recognized as Canada's top hospital. The
foundation focuses on raising funds to support research, education, and patient
care across UHN's facilities, including Toronto General Hospital, Toronto
Western Hospital, Toronto Rehab, and The Michener Institute of Education.
Established in 2021 through the merger of several hospital foundations, UHN
Foundation aims to transform healthcare by funding innovative medical research,
enhancing patient services, and training healthcare professionals.
URL :
www.uhnfoundation.ca
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United Way Greater Toronto
United Way Greater Toronto is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing
local poverty and enhancing community well-being across the Greater Toronto
Area, including Peel and York Region. The organization collaborates with over
300 social service agencies to design and implement solutions that prioritize
the needs of marginalized communities. Their mission emphasizes mobilizing
volunteer and financial resources to meet urgent human needs and improve social
conditions. Key initiatives include providing support for affordable housing,
empowering marginalized groups, and conducting research to inform effective
community strategies.
URL :
www.unitedwaygt.org
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Women's College Hospital Foundation
Women's College Hospital Foundation (WCHF) is dedicated to advancing women's
health and revolutionizing healthcare for all. Through the support of over
39,000 donors, corporate partners, and volunteers, WCHF raises funds for
innovative research and clinical care tailored to the unique needs of women and
their families. The foundation plays a crucial role in funding groundbreaking
initiatives at Women's College Hospital, which has a rich history as Canada's
first women's hospital, established in 1911. WCHF is committed to creating a
healthier future for women and families across Canada by addressing healthcare
disparities and promoting equitable access to medical services.
URL :
www.womenscollegehospitalfoundation.com
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World Vision Canada
World Vision Canada is a prominent global relief, development, and advocacy
organization dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable children and
families. It focuses on combating poverty and injustice through emergency
relief, transformational development, and the promotion of social justice. The
organization operates on Christian principles, emphasizing the dignity and value
of every individual, and serves all people without discrimination. With over 70
years of experience, World Vision Canada is recognized as Canada's largest
international food charity, significantly impacting communities facing high
levels of food insecurity.
URL :
www.worldvision.ca
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