Why climate change is a governance issue for the NFP sector
Written by Martha Hancock Last month, the federal government released the 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan (ERP) under the Canadian Net Zero Emissions Accountability Act detailing actions and pathways to reduce Canada’s emissions by 40-45% below 2005 levels by 2030. This ERP is only the first of many we can expect to see on the long journey to achieve a […]
Making Diversity, Equity and Inclusion a priority
The past two years – 2021 and 2020 – were the years of challenges that had a profound impact on who we are and how we work and live. It goes without saying that the Covid-19 pandemic has brought tremendous change and upheaval to all of our lives. But another major change that emerged last […]
Conestoga students helping non-profits change the world
Real-life experience and a professional portfolio is every student’s dream. However, not many can boast of a good portfolio as soon as they graduate. Capacity Canada’s Creative Day for Social Good (CD4SG) and Conestoga College’s Creative Semester for Social Good ensure students are ready to take on the world with real-life experience, good connections, and […]
Rethinking problem-solving through design
Every year, Capacity Canada invites applications from social good organizations across the country that want to benefit from its Capacity By Design program. With the support from the Lyle S. Hallman Foundation, and Suncor Energy Foundation, Capacity Canada has developed Capacity by Design, a design thinking program to help social good organizations rethink how they […]
Friends of Ruby designs two prototypes to support LGBTQI2S youth
Research shows that transgender youth are often alienated from their family of origin, relying on local services, including affirming organizations and peers, for survival. Friends of Ruby, a non-profit organization based in Toronto, is dedicated to LGBTQI2S youth between the ages of 16 and 29 and provides mental health services, social services and housing. Every […]
Rainbow Diversity Training for Capacity Canada staff
Diversity is essential but is equally important to ensure it does not become mere tokenism. To ensure an inclusive and diverse culture, training is crucial. We understand that good training provides a base level of knowledge. Keeping this in mind, Capacity Canada, in partnership with SPECTRUM, organized a Rainbow Diversity Training for all of its […]
