Support Children's Literacy Foundation's Pre-budget submission calling for continued improvements and investments in the Early Childhood Education system.

From TikTok to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to the Senate, discussions about reading are widespread. Why? Because too many children aren’t learning to read well, and low literacy puts Canada’s future at risk. When only 14 per cent of 15-year-olds in Canada can comprehend lengthy texts and critically evaluate multiple sources of information, Canada will struggle to lead in an increasingly complex, knowledge-intensive world if bold, systemic action isn’t undertaken.

Literacy — of which reading and language skills are foundational elements — is critical to allowing us to separate fact from fiction, share essential information, make informed decisions, and work effectively. It is at the root of emotional, social, political, and economic resilience.

You can find their full submission here.

Let's Talk Budget 2024: Call for Public Input

Pre-budget consultations are an opportunity for Canadians from across the country to share their ideas and priorities for how the government can build an economy that works for everyone.

What is most important to you? What challenges do you see ahead? Join the conversation by taking our questionnaire. You may also upload a more detailed submission.

The questionnaire takes about five minutes to complete and will be available until February 9, 2024. In addition, Canadians are welcome to submit their ideas and comments to the Department of Finance through the formal submission button below.

Policy Updates

• A looming burnout crisis within the non-profit sector due to rising demand and diminishing support are now exploring in-house solutions to address staff burnout. Read more from Future of Good.
• According to Non Profit Law Ontario, if you incorporated before Ontario’s Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) was proclaimed on October 19, 2021, your bylaws or articles may not comply with the rules explained here. NPOs have until October 18, 2024 to review, update, and file governing documents with the Ontario government. 

• In her opinion piece, Dena Allen, VP of Communications and Public Engagement at Plan International Canada, highlights the potential for equitable workplaces by breaking barriers to women's leadership. Read the opinion piece by The Philanthropist Journal here.

Professional Development & Convening

1. Charities - How the heck did it come to this? Join NACY and BGC's Owen Charters to talk about the state of charities in Canada, and get caught up on how it is we got here. Registration open until 1:00PM on February 7th.
2. Plan International Canada is offering FREE and exclusive access to IBM SkillsBuild, a platform designed to empower young leaders by providing essential skills for positive change in Canada and globally. Click here to access the FREE link and share it with the youth you work with.
3. Top 2024 Nonprofit Trends: Expect to see nonprofits and businesses adopt modern business trends to manage their organizations due to the increase in organizations utilizing cutting-edge tools like GrantWatch, AI, and social media. Read more.