Imagine Canada

Thank you to everyone who joined us and the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations yesterday for our first Regional Conversation for nonprofit leaders! We feel energized after connecting with our sector peers through insightful discussions. This event was part of a series of conversations co-hosted by Imagine Canada and regional partners, and presented by PearTree Canada. We would also like to thank our regional sponsors, Intact Public Entities and Edmonton Community Foundation. A special thank you to our National Convening Partner, RBC, for supporting conversations like these.

Happening today at 2 p.m. ET — last chance to register! Join us online as we share key insights from the PRISM Network reception in Edmonton and continue the conversation with corporate and nonprofit leaders across Canada. Register: https://lnkd.in/e9EMPsVZ #PRISM #CSR #ESG #Nonprofit #CorporateGiving

In 2025, amid a federal election, global uncertainty, and mounting pressure on organizations of all sizes, Canada's nonprofit sector showed up with resilience. And Imagine Canada was proud to show up alongside it. Our 2025 Annual Report - Focusing Forward - is here: from our new 5-year Strategic Action Plan to bold policy coalitions and expanded sector tools, this is a look at the work we did together - and the momentum we're carrying forward. 📖 Read the full report: https://buff.ly/p94ZfgW – En 2025, dans un contexte d’élection fédérale, d’incertitude mondiale et de pressions croissantes sur les organismes de toutes tailles, le secteur à but non lucratif du Canada a fait preuve de résilience. Et Imagine Canada était fier d’être présent à ses côtés. Notre rapport annuel 2025, Regarder vers l’avenir, est maintenant disponible. Du lancement de notre nouveau Plan d’action stratégique quinquennal à l’avancement de coalitions politiques ambitieuses, en passant par le développement d’outils pour le secteur, ce rapport revient sur le travail accompli ensemble et sur l’élan que nous poursuivons. 📖 Lire le rapport complet : https://buff.ly/GzNcnnq

The nonprofits and companies making the deepest difference in communities have one thing in common: strong leadership. The Imagine Canada Trustmarks showcase organizations that demonstrate leadership in social impact - not just by talking about it, but by being held accountable to it. Imagine Canada recognizes excellence through two nationally established programs. The Standards Accreditation Trustmark is awarded to nonprofits and charities that have been independently verified against high standards of governance, transparency and accountability. The PRISM Trustmark is awarded to purpose-driven companies that commit at least 1% of annual pretax profits to Canadian communities. Together, Certified companies give over $1 billion annually. Together, these programs create a shared ecosystem of accountability - where nonprofits and the companies that support them are both given an opportunity to demonstrate their leadership to the communities they serve. Strong Leadership. Stronger Impact. Look for the Trustmarks. See if the charities you support - and the companies you invest in - have earned it 👉 https://buff.ly/zXAEcST #StrongerImpact — Un leadership fort unit les OBNL et les entreprises qui ont un impact marquant au sein de nos communautés. Les sceaux de confiance d’Imagine Canada soulignent l’excellence et mettent en valeur les organisations qui font preuve de leadership en matière d’impact social. Le sceau de confiance de l'agrément aux Normes est décerné aux OBNL et aux organismes de bienfaisance qui ont fait l’objet d’une vérification indépendante basée sur des normes élevées en matière de gouvernance, de transparence et de responsabilité. Le sceau de confiance PRISME est décerné aux entreprises qui allouent au moins 1 % de leur bénéfice annuel avant impôt aux communautés d'ici. Ensemble, les entreprises certifiées donnent plus de 1 milliard $ chaque année. Ces programmes créent un écosystème fondé sur la responsabilité, dans lequel les OBNL et les entreprises qui les soutiennent montrent leur leadership aux communautés. Un leadership fort. Un impact encore plus grand. Recherchez les sceaux de confiance. Et vérifiez si les organismes que vous appuyez, et les entreprises dans lesquelles vous investissez, l’ont obtenu 👉 https://buff.ly/3GsSdvP #Impactplusgrand

Registration is now open for our June 9 Data-Driven Engagement webinar delivered in partnership with Statistics Canada | Statistique Canada. Finding Indigenous Data on the Statistics Canada Website will introduce how to navigate the Statistics Canada website to locate data, reference materials, and analyses related to Indigenous Peoples in Canada. The session will provide an overview of key surveys and data programs, along with guidance on how data are organized and where to find contextual information that can support informed planning and engagement. For organizations involved in volunteering, giving, and community participation, these data can offer important background information to support learning and responsible use. Register: https://buff.ly/DTiVbaB #DataDrivenEngagement #StatisticsCanada #IndigenousData #VolunteerSector #NonprofitSector

ONN’s 2026 State of the Sector survey is now open! Nonprofit data is crucial for understanding current realities amidst a rapidly changing environment, and building strong advocacy tools for nonprofits across Ontario. Help Ontario Nonprofit Network tell our sector's story. Take the survey today. https://buff.ly/QA5BTIw – Le sondage État du secteur 2026 d’ONN est ouvert! Les données sur le secteur sont essentielles pour comprendre ses réalités dans un environnement qui ne cesse d’évoluer et pour développer des outils de plaidoyer efficaces pour tous les OBNL en Ontario. Aidez ONN à raconter notre secteur. Participez au sondage maintenant! https://buff.ly/QA5BTIw

New research from Imagine Canada shows the 2022 disbursement quota change has released an additional $711 million into Canada's charitable sector over the first two years — primarily from private foundations. This article from Future of Good digs into what the data tells us, and what it doesn't: more than half of in-scope foundations didn't meet their new DQ in the first year of reporting, and our principal researcher David Lasby is clear that the full picture will take time to emerge. 📄 Read the full story: https://buff.ly/I74kMPZ Want to go deeper? A recording of our webinar exploring the findings is now available. The session covered what the data tell us about how the new rules are working among foundations and what to watch ahead of the 2027 federal review. 🎥 Watch the recording: https://buff.ly/NNsNSqO 📊Read the full report: https://buff.ly/D4VuiLZ

Ever Thought About Joining a Nonprofit Board? Here’s Your Chance! EPIC Leadership is hosting their upcoming EPIC Board Match Event on Wednesday, June 24 in Toronto. This low-pressure gathering is designed for people who are curious about joining a nonprofit board and want to make a real impact in their communities. Over 20 nonprofits and charities of all sizes and causes who are actively looking for board members will be in attendance. Last year, 60% of attendees either matched to a board or volunteered with an organization they met at the event! Get your ticket: https://buff.ly/eZPTbrr #EPICBoardMatch #NonprofitLeadership #MakeAnImpact #TorontoEvents #Volunteerism

❗UPDATED NATIONAL & PROVINCIAL NONPROFIT SECTOR DATA Did you know that 8.4% Canada’s GDP comes from charities & nonprofits? Or that our sector employs 2.9 million people nation-wide? In addition to providing a wide range of services to Canadians, nonprofits are a major economic force. Check out our updated national & provincial nonprofit fact sheets to get additional key statistics highlighting the role of charities & nonprofits as economic drivers, employers, and catalysts for civic engagement. Whether you’re preparing a presentation, funding proposal, or advocacy campaign, these fact sheets can help you tell a compelling story to stakeholders about your organization’s impact and the strength of Canada’s nonprofit sector. 🔗 Download the fact sheets: https://buff.ly/nPVXDdU — ❗MISE À JOUR : DONNÉES SUR LE SECTEUR À BUT NON LUCRATIF AU CANADA Saviez-vous que 8,4 % du PIB du Canada provient des organismes de bienfaisance et des organismes à but non lucratif? Ou que notre secteur emploie près de 2,9 millions de personnes au Canada? En plus d’offrir de nombreux services, les OBNL sont une force économique. Découvrez nos fiches d’information nationales et provinciales qui présentent des données clés mettant en lumière le rôle des OBNL. Ces chiffres témoignent de leur rôle comme moteur économique, employeur et instigateur de la participation citoyenne. Que vous prépariez une présentation, une demande de financement ou une campagne de mobilisation, ces fiches vous aideront à appuyer votre message sur l’impact de votre organisme et sur la force du secteur à but non lucratif au Canada. 🔗 Téléchargez les fiches d’information : https://buff.ly/qc0Wd69

⏰ One week out — last chance to register! Tariffs, budget pressures, and shifting sustainability expectations are making it harder than ever to protect community commitments. Join us May 26 in Edmonton as Bruce MacDonald shares the latest PRISM Network data, followed by a panel with Narissa Kanji (Alberta Blue Cross) and David Wighton - he / him / his (ATB Financial), moderated by Andrew J. Troup (YourCause from Blackbaud). Secure your spot: https://buff.ly/S20sVmI #PRISM #CSR #ESG #Edmonton #nonprofit #CorporateGiving