As I  wrap-up my time with NACY, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation for the entirety of the NACY Network and the journey we have shared together. Serving as the leader of this incredible organization has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. Over the last five years, we have seen the network grow, both in size and impact, navigated a global pandemic, hosted our first conference, broke down silo’s, brought people together and worked together to build a stronger, more coordinated sector. Led by the voices of the sector we launched new programs, developed policies, hosted workshops and made space to learn together accomplices in our mission to provide young people with not only the most opportunities, but the best. NACY success is a testament to your unwavering support, commitment and passion to our collective vision; a Canada where all young people can thrive. Thank You to the NACY Board for incredible support and a special thank you to Deborah Morrison and Sharif Mahdy who put their trust in me from day one to bring the vision of NACY to life. I will be forever grateful.

-Laura Kathler, Executive Director

Funding Opportunities

• Canada Post Community Foundations Grant provides grants to Canadian schools, charities and community organizations that make a difference in the lives of children and youth (up to age 21). Deadline: February 28, 2025 
• TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund provides flexible grant funding to Indigenous-led programs supporting Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Deadline: March 4, 2025

Professional Development

• Future of Good is hosting a 2025 Changemaker Wellbeing Summit. Learn how to support those who lead others, addressing the growing challenge of burnout in the nonprofit and social sectors. Join on March 25 & 26, 2025! Tickets are on sale here.
• Join Maytree next Five Good Ideas session on January 20 featuring Sharif Mahdy, CEO of the Students Commission of Canada, who will share tips on engaging youth to bridge the democratic deficit. RSVP here.
• Join Devon Ayer (Imagine Canada) and Heather Nelson (BridgeRaise) as they discuss insights from the Bridging Perspectives study on nonprofit-corporate partnerships in Canada. Register here.

• Is your organization ready to apply for charitable status? Join this full-day session by Ontario Nonprofit Network for step-by-step guidance on the application process and navigating charity governance. Register here.

Policy and Research

• In Canada, fewer than half of young people who need mental health support receive it. Read Jack.org National Post article to learn how they are empowering youth to bring vital mental health support to their communities. Read here.
• Join the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives webinar on The Trudeau Record: Promises v. Performance - an analysis of the Prime Minister's policy record and what's ahead. Register here.
• The Government of Canada is advancing its commitment to address Indigenous child over-representation in care, including a data strategy co-developed with Inuit partners to improve services. Learn more.
• National survey - accessibility of childcare services in Canada for young children with disabilities. The survey closes on February 14, 2025. Take the survey here.

Hiring Opportunities

•  Shad Canada is hiring for a Director of Recruitment to join our team and help empower the next generation of Canadian leaders. Learn more.
• YWCA Canada is hiring a Part-Time Administrative Assistant to support their Senior Leadership team. Apply here! Deadline: January 16th, 11:59pm EST.