(October 30, 2021) In an explosive story published yesterday by The Logic, Finance Canada’s Sabia sitting out charitable-giving consultations over spot on MasterCard Foundation board, Claire Brownell reported that Deputy Minister of Finance Michael Sabia has recused himself from being informed of or discussing “any issue involved in the charitable sector in general” including … [Read more...] about Michael Sabia and the staggering conflict of interest in key roles involving charitable foundations
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Podcast Episode 14 – Madeleine Shaw, author of The Greater Good
(October 28, 2021) Madeleine Shaw is a multiple award-winning social entrepreneur with more than twenty-five years of experience launching ventures with a social change agenda. At age 25, she founded Aisle, a privately held business whose sustainable menstrual care products are now sold in more than 40 countries worldwide. She’s established the charity United Girls of the World … [Read more...] about Podcast Episode 14 – Madeleine Shaw, author of The Greater Good
Disability Employment Awareness Month: From surviving to thriving
(October 5, 2021) October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM). The movement takes place each year to acknowledge and promote the contributions and inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace. Disabilities are complex and can include both physical and cognitive impairments; some people are born with disabilities, and some … [Read more...] about Disability Employment Awareness Month: From surviving to thriving
DQ Consultation: Fear and loathing in the charity sector
(September 27, 2021) Confidentiality, power imbalance and fear of speaking out publicly have all surfaced as concerns in the lead up to the Finance Department’s first ever disbursement quota--DQ consultation, Boosting charitable spending in our communities. The submission deadline is Thursday, September 30. On the surface, it would be hard to imagine that a person … [Read more...] about DQ Consultation: Fear and loathing in the charity sector
Simone Joyaux: How she lived her dash
Simone Patricia Joyaux: July 23, 1948—May 2, 2021 (September 23, 2021) By any measure, Simone Joyaux used her dash — the time between her date of birth and her date of death—well. During her dash, Joyaux’s (pronounced ZhaWHY-oh) blazed a trail across the nonprofit world, leaving an indelible mark on a sometimes-button-down fundraising profession. She died … [Read more...] about Simone Joyaux: How she lived her dash