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“Most Canadians have likely engaged with a charity or nonprofit at some point in their lives. Charities play an essential role in communities across Canada. Great outcomes are achieved when charities and governments work together – examples include drunk driving legislation and smoke-free workplaces.”

IMAGINE CANADA

Let’s Create a Day of Recognition!

It is time for the Canadian community to join in and be inspired by the passion, ingenuity and commitment of the human service sector. We are calling for a Day of Recognition for the Not-for-Profit Champions in our communities.

Raksha M. Bhayana speaks to the Senate Committee on the Charitable Sector about creating a National Day of Recognition (18:37-18:45).

Here’s how you can take action:

Please complete the Advocacy Letter form below.
Connect with your local councillor, MPP/MLA or MP (View current MPPs) to advocate for a Day of Recognition of the Non Profit Champions
Write a Letter to the Editor of your local paper about the topic. Be sure to include a personal story of how you or someone you know has been touched by these champions.
Raise the profile of the Champion in your community through media and social media.
Connect with the Bhayana Family Foundation on Facebook, LinkedIn, and/or Twitter. Like/Share our Day of Recognition posts and tag your MP.
Please contact your local United Way for further information:

Together, we will make this happen.

Please take 60 seconds (or less) to amplify our ask by filling out the form below. A letter with automatically be sent on your behalf to:

Premier Doug Ford
Associate Minister Michael Tibollo
Minister of Health Christine Elliott
Minister of Children Community and Social Services Todd Smith
Minister of Long Term Care Merrilee Fullerton

Advocacy Letter Form

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PETITION FOR AN ONTARIO DAY OF RECOGNITION FOR THE INVISIBLE CHAMPIONS OF THE NON PROFIT SECTOR We, the undersigned residents of Ontario, draw the attention of the Ontario Legislature to the following: THAT, WHEREAS Ontario’s Non-profit Sector and Charitable Sector is a large driver of economic and social development:* • 58,000 nonprofits and charities operating in communities across Ontario • Employs over one million workers (600,000 full-time workers) • 5.2 million volunteers • Contributes 2.6% of Ontario’s GDP; $50 billion in economic impact • 45% of income is earned independently of government funding and donations • Provides services that are in such high demand, growth has outstripped the economy • Enriches our quality of life by promoting mental and physical health, social equity, education, the arts, sports and recreation, the environment, child development, senior care and much more • Serves millions of Ontarians in every corner of the province… *Ontario NonProfit Network https://theonn.ca/about-the-sector/ …THEREFORE, we the undersigned call upon the Ontario Legislature to officially recognize staff in the sector for their social and economic contributions to society. Their work is indispensable and heroic, but unlike police, firefighters and medical personnel, it’s all too often invisible. We strongly recommend creating an Ontario Day of Recognition to shine a light on the critical role of the not-for-profit heroes in our communities.

Volunteer! Become part of something great

Even heroes need a helping hand. Our Champions especially need a helping hand during the pandemic. Virtual volunteer opportunities are also available. If you have some extra hours that you’d like to contribute to your community, United Ways and their funded agencies will be grateful for your support. Not only will you be assisting in their valuable work, it’s a great opportunity to meet new people and learn new skills while improving the lives of people in need.

Contact your local United Way and ask to speak with the Volunteer Coordinator.

Donate to the Foundation

100% of your donation will go towards expanding our recognition program for staff of United Way-funded agencies – the heroes of our human service sector – to more communities across Canada. It will also help us advocate for greater recognition of the value beyond money that they provide. Thank you for being a Change Maker!

Let’s Create a Day of Recognition!

Advocacy Letter Form

Volunteer! Become part of something great

Donate to the Foundation

Tell us your Champion Story

We are calling for a Day of Recognition for the Frontline Champions in our communities.