Join us to discuss how the philanthropic community can improve its collective impact to address both the urgent and systemic needs highlighted by the COVID-19 crisis facing Canadians. 

- The full schedule, speakers, and programming are available here.

- Read about the themes that will be addressed at the Virtual Gathering here.

- Meet our speakers.

Virtual Gathering: register fast! Spaces are filling up quickly as capacity is limited.

Jihane El Atifi is available to answer your questions at (jelatifi@pfc.ca)

PFC is Hiring!

Philanthropic Foundations Canada (PFC) has made a strategic shift to play a larger role in engaging governments, civil society partners, and influencers to support Canadian philanthropy – in all of its diversity -- to contribute to a just and sustainable world. To that end, the Director of Policy and Communications is responsible for aligning and amplifying PFC efforts in advocacy and communications based on insights from our research and programs.

A review of applications will begin on November 2nd, 2020. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Description  & Application Form

PFC Guest Blog

"Mind the Gap: The State of Philanthropy and the Black Community Review," Félicia Tremblay, Director of Diversity and Community Relations, Montreal Pride Festival.

"The lack of research into the needs of Black communities and the absence of data on the topic are all too illustrative of the problem."

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PFC Blog

"Interview with Amanda Mayer, Board Member at PFC," Amanda Mayer, Program Director & COO Lawson Foundation.

"A shift I’m keen on is the move from power and decision-making being led by funders toward a model that centres the leadership and capacity of grantees and community partners."

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PFC Guest Blog

"The Path Ahead for Funders When it Comes to Data for Equity: Listen, Engage, and Then Act," Stacey McDonald, Learning and Evaluation Specialist, Ontario Trillium Foundation.

"Actively listen to and engage with equity-seeking groups at all stages of engagement with data, from data collection to sensemaking."

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COVID Story Project: Native Americans and Indigenous Communities

This COVID Story Project aims to give space for anyone to share their experiences during the pandemic. They have partnered with Native Americans in Philanthropy to work with audio recordings from Indigenous peoples in order to amplify voices from these communities. Stories from resilience to being a teenager during COVID are covered through this podcast series. Read More

Call for 2021-2022 Faculty Fellows: Race and Technology

Data & Society is seeking two to three fellows whose research projects focus on issues of race and technology from fields within humanities and not limited to social sciences. They invite applications from faculty of any rank and discipline who are at least two years beyond receipt of their Ph.D. by the start of their fellowship. Applications are due December 16, 2020. Read More

Become a Scholar: Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation

This scholarship opportunity will be accepting applications from all eligible candidates by January 5, 2021. Applicants open to engaging with a plurality of perspectives within human rights, responsible citizenship, and people and their natural environment and who are enrolled in a full-time doctoral program in humanities or social sciences are strongly encouraged to apply. Read More

Demographic Data Collection: A Tool for Change in DEI

Most approaches to collect demographic information can either unintentionally reinforce harmful stereotypes or reflect and honour the diversity of communities. This list presents equity-focused resources related to data collection for organizations to collect demographic data with a DEI lens. From presenting examples of language & confidentiality to assessing solicitations are covered in their recommendations. Read More

Updates on Federal Supports for Charities and Nonprofits

This article covers what charities and nonprofits need to know about the recent updates of the Government of Canada’s federal support to the philanthropic sector affected by the pandemic. Adam Jog, Imagine Canada summarizes eligibility and how to apply to these programs that help organizations with human resources and support positive cash flow. Read More

Weston Family Foundation: Looking Forward to the Next 60 Years with a New Name and Strategic Vision

The Weston Family Foundation has streamlined its giving and narrowed its focus to Health and Landscapes. Their Health Pillar aims to scale science-based approaches to improve the health of Canadians along with their Landscapes Pillar that focuses on protecting biodiversity in Canada’s agricultural and urban areas. In addition to the pillars, they are developing a granting initiative to help build long-term health and resilience to support Canada in fighting the pandemic. Read More

Philanthropy’s Transformational Change with Jean-Marc Mangin

In this episode, Social Impact Advisors Partner Lynn Fergusson interviews Jean-Marc Mangin, CEO & President of Philanthropic Foundations Canada (PFC) about the state of the philanthropic sector, particularly in light of the challenges of COVID-19. Listen Here

Together EnsembleConference Report 2020

This report provides an overview of the work showcased during this virtual conference to use the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to build back better. It highlights SDG activity across Canada and its challenges for sectors to commit to collaborative action with an equity lens. Session recordings, archived schedule, resources and event recaps are now available online. Read More

Kampala Principles on Effective Private Sector Engagement in Development Co-Operation

The 2030 Agenda requires a collective effort to step-up all forms of resource mobilization and innovative partnerships and solutions. This report presents why improving private sector engagement through cooperation is key. It also identifies the main issues for commercial risks for the private sector to invest in sustainable development results. Read More