WATCH: Discussing the Role of Foundations & Charities in the COVID-19 Response
Senator Omidvar discusses the importance of foundations committing 5% of their assets to the charitable sector during the pandemic.
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Senator Ratna Omidvar Shares Four Priorities for Charitable Sector Recovery
Senator Omidvar discusses how the pandemic will impact the recommendations of the 2019 Senate report on the charitable sector.
Digital Symposium on Social Procurement: Senator Ratna Omidvar
Senator Omidvar predicts that one of the lasting legacies of the COVID-19 crisis will be that more procurement will come from Canadian businesses and social enterprises
Government Should Lift Restrictions That Limit Charities and Foundations to Only Provide Funds to Qualified Donees
Senator Ratna Omidvar has urgently asked Finance Minister Bill Morneau to support charities during COVID-19 with this specific measure.
Charities and Nonprofits Struggling to Stay Afloat During Pandemic, Says Imagine Canada
While the spread of COVID-19 has caused economic difficulties across the country, the charitable sector is particularly vulnerable.
Charities are too Vital to Fail
Non-profits need support to continue to provide essential services to Canada's most vulnerable populations during and after the COVID-19 crisis.
COVID-19 has Suddenly Deepened Charities’ Funding Challenges
Senator Omidvar and Hilary Pearson argue that the charitable sector's funding model needs is long overdue for an urgent modernization.
How will the Federal Government Support Charities During the Pandemic? | Senator Dalphond & Senator Coyle
Senators ask Minister Morneau how financial assistance will be provided to the charitable sector.
Covid-19 Resources for the Non-Profit Sector
Sustainability Network has compiled a list of useful resources to help charities adapt and respond to the pandemic.
Charities Need Urgent Support During COVID-19 Crisis
Senator Ratna Omidvar has urgently asked Minister Ahmed Hussen to support charities during the COVID- 19 crisis with four specific measures.