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Capacity Canada influenced by the Bhayana Foundation to profile the achievements and social impact of the Nonprofit Sector

June Newsletter

United Way Calgary/Bhayana Family Foundation Awards Ceremony: May 6th 2021

Attendees included Hon. Minister Rajan Sawhney, Dr. Verna Yiu, Elder Dr. Reg Crowshoeand Poet Wakefield Brewster. Nine Awards were given to extraordinary professional staff workingin a range of nonprofit organizations.

Congratulations to the 2020 Bhayana and United Way Agency Appreciation Awards!

Every day, agencies and community leaders support our most vulnerable people and our communities to ensure that no one is left behind. Whether it’s creating partnerships, generating innovative solutions for inclusive environments, or supporting initiatives focused on mental health, poverty reduction, or basic needs, you’re there to strengthen our communities. To recognize the value of […]

April Newsletter

CCCC Supports a Day of Recognition for Nonprofit Champions

CCCC members in Ontario have an opportunity to be part of a positive and encouraging effort in honour of professional staff in the nonprofit sector. The Bhayana Family Foundation has partnered with the United Way for over a decade to recognize those working in the nonprofit sector through its awards, and now the foundation has begun petitioning provincial […]

Quotes: Day of Recognition for Nonprofit Champions

“The United Way of Bruce Grey supports the creation of an Ontario Day of Recognition for staff of the Nonprofit Sector. This day will shine a light on the critical role of the Nonprofit professionals and highlight the remarkable contributions of the nonprofit sector which were designated as essential services.” —MOTION “On behalf of the […]

Nova Scotia Makes Canadian History: Canada’s First Day of Recognition for the Nonprofit Sector

It was a day to remember. On October 14, the trailblazing Province of Nova Scotia created Canadian history when the Hon. Premier Stephen McNeil proclaimed that day as a Day of Recognition for the Nonprofit Sector. It was a first for our country. Nova Scotia’s Former Lt. Governor, Myra Freeman, raised the commemorative flag at […]

Press Release: Nova Scotia takes the leadership by proclaiming the first-ever Recognition Day for The Invisible Champions of the Nonprofit Sector!

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Day of recognition and awards acknowledge strength of nonprofit sector Awards aim to shed light on Nova Scotia’s invisible Champions October 14, 2020, HALIFAX – Nova Scotia is the first province in the country to mark a Day of Recognition for the Nonprofit Sector. Today, the flags of Province House […]