StatsCan Releases Survey to Assess Diversity on Non-Profit Boards
Statistics Canada has launched a survey to measure diversity on governing boards in the charitable and non-profit sector.
NonProfits
Diversity of Charity and Non-profit Boards: Share your perspective
Senator Omidvar calls on you to participate in a survey measuring diversity of charities and non profit boards
As Budgets Shrink and Social Needs Increase, the Charitable Sector Looks to Solve the Longstanding “Canadian Problem” of Direction and Control
Tim Harper explores the problems with outdated "direction and control" regulations that govern Canadian charities.
Resources: Learn More About the Charitable Sector and Direction and Control Regulations
The laws regulating charities are not always easy to understand. Check out these articles to learn more about why "resource accountability" must replace "own activities."
WATCH: Shifting Power: Direction and Control as a Key Obstacle to Localizing International Assistance
Senator Omidvar discusses why direction and control regulations are ineffective and proposes resource accountability as an alternative.
WATCH: Community Conversation: Governance Inequities with Senator Ratna Omidvar
Senator Omidvar joined Pillar Nonprofit Network to talk about equity and inclusion in the nonprofit and charitable sector.
We Must Learn from the WE Charity Controversy
Senator Ratna Omidvar and Yves Savoie discuss how the true failure of the WE Charity is a failure of governance and transparency.
Pandemic-Battered Charities Seek a Lifeline by Running For-Profit Businesses
Kieran Leavitt and Senator Ratna Omidvar discuss the need to make is easier for charities to work with social enterprises.
Government Should Change Outmoded Fundraising Rules for Charities
Senator Ratna Omidvar comments on the need to update laws and regulations that hinder Canadian charities from being able to deliver on their missions.
WE Scandal an Opportunity to Update Policy for Charities
Susan Phillips outlines the four lessons the government can learn from the WE controversy.