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FOUNDATION [100 records]

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Record 1 2024-12-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Environment
  • The Economy
OBS

The Friends of the Greenbelt Foundation is a charitable grant-making organization working to help keep farmers successful, strengthen local economies, and protect and grow natural features.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Environnement
  • Économie

Spanish

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Record 2 2024-09-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • International Bodies and Committees
  • Financial Accounting
  • Finance
OBS

The IFRS Foundation is a not-for-profit, public interest organisation established to develop high-quality, understandable, enforceable and globally accepted accounting and sustainability disclosure standards.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités internationaux
  • Comptabilité générale
  • Finances
OBS

L'IFRS Foundation est une organisation à but non lucratif créée pour servir l'intérêt public en élaborant des normes comptables et de divulgation sur la durabilité acceptées à l'échelle mondiale pour l'information financière à usage général, qui répondent aux besoins des investisseurs et des autres participants aux marchés financiers en matière d’informations fiables, transparentes et comparables pour prendre des décisions économiques.

Spanish

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Record 3 2023-05-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Environmental Management
  • Water Resources Management
OBS

The Quidi Vidi/Rennie's River Development Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to environmental education and freshwater ecology. It engages the community, creates awareness and inspires all to protect and conserve water resources through education, advocacy and stewardship. The QVRRDF operates the Suncor Energy Fluvarium as a public centre for environmental excellence.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Gestion environnementale
  • Gestion des ressources en eau

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Organismos y comités del sector privado
  • Gestión del medio ambiente
  • Gestión de recursos hídricos
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Record 4 2023-01-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Visual Disorders
OBS

The E.A. Baker Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness was created to fund research into eye conditions in honour of the retirement of CNIB's [Canadian National Institute for the Blind] most celebrated cofounder, [Edwin Albert Baker].

Key term(s)
  • E.A. Baker Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Troubles de la vision
OBS

Cette fondation a été créée en l’honneur de Edwin Albert Baker, célèbre cofondateur de l’Institut national canadien pour les aveugles, afin de financer la recherche sur les affections oculaires.

Key term(s)
  • Fondation E.A. Baker

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Organismos y comités provinciales y no gubernamentales canadienses
  • Trastornos de la visión
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Record 5 2022-10-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Rights and Freedoms
OBS

The Canadian Constitution Foundation (CCF) is a national and non-partisan charity [that is] dedicated to defending the constitutionally protected rights and freedoms of Canadians ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Droits et libertés

Spanish

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Record 6 - external organization data 2021-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
Key term(s)
  • Canadian Critical Incidents Stress Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir - Gendarmerie royale du Canada (GRC)
OBS

Fondation canadienne contre le stress lié aux incidents critiques : proposition fournie à titre d’information.

Key term(s)
  • Canadian Critical Incidents Stress Foundation

Spanish

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Record 7 2021-05-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Blood
OBS

The mission of the Thalassemia Foundation of Canada is to support and fund thalassemia scientific research, treatment, patient services, public awareness and education.

Key term(s)
  • Canada Thalassemia Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sang
OBS

La Fondation canadienne de la thalassémie a pour mission d’offrir du soutien et du financement pour la recherche scientifique sur la thalassémie, le traitement de la maladie, les services aux patients, ainsi que l’éducation et la sensibilisation du public.

Spanish

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Record 8 2021-05-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Indigenous Arts and Culture
OBS

As the only national organization dedicated to supporting Inuit artists working in all media and geographic areas, the Inuit Art Foundation has sought to empower and support Inuit artists' self-expression and self determination, while increasing the public's access to and awareness of artists' work for more than 31 years.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Arts et culture autochtones
OBS

Fondation de l’art inuit : traduction non officielle donnée à titre d’information seulement.

Spanish

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Record 9 2021-03-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Cancers and Oncology
OBS

Cancer Education Research Foundation (CERF) is a national foundation set up to help eliminate cancer by funding purchase of cancer treatment equipment to promote health globally.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Cancers et oncologie

Spanish

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Record 10 2021-03-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Cancers and Oncology
  • Bowels
OBS

[Screen Colons Canada's mission is to] raise awareness about the prevalence and preventability of colon cancer and to promote screening for it. [The] goal is for every eligible Canadian to be screened for colorectal cancer on a timely basis.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Cancers et oncologie
  • Intestins

Spanish

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Record 11 2021-03-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
  • Education
  • TCF Canada
OBS

[The organization] is a CRA [Canada Revenue Agency] registered charity incorporated with the objective of providing educational opportunities for underprivileged children.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie de l'enfance et de l'adolescence
  • Pédagogie
  • TCF Canada

Spanish

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Record 12 2021-01-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Medicine and Health
OBS

[The Covenant Foundation's mission] is to raise funds to support 15 Covenant Health facilities across the province of Alberta.

OBS

Covenant Foundation: designation in use since 2016.

OBS

The Caritas Foundation: designation used from 1994-2016.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Médecine et santé
OBS

Covenant Foundation : désignation en vigueur depuis 2016.

OBS

The Caritas Foundation : désignation utilisée de 1994 à 2016.

Spanish

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Record 13 2021-01-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

The Glassco Foundation's ... mandate is to seek out children's issues in Canada and overseas, to provide financial and organizational assistance as well as on site support.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Services sociaux et travail social

Spanish

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Record 14 2021-01-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

Mission. The Jamaica Foundation (Hamilton), a non-profit, non–denominational organization, is committed to raise and maintain funds to support children's charities in Jamaica, assist victims of catastrophic disasters and promote awareness of Jamaican culture.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Services sociaux et travail social

Spanish

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Record 15 2021-01-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • General Medicine, Hygiene and Health
OBS

[Eastern Kings Health Foundation is] a not-for-profit organization with a mandate to improve and maintain the health of the citizens in the Eastern Kings area of Prince Edward Island by fundraising, collecting and directing dollars to support the Souris Hospital, Colville Manor and programs and services such as mental health and addictions, home care and public health.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Médecine générale, hygiène et santé

Spanish

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Record 16 2021-01-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Nervous System
OBS

Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada's mission is to advance the study, treatment and prevention of the effects of brain trauma in Canadian athletes and other at-risk groups.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Système nerveux
OBS

La mission de la Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada consiste à faire progresser l'étude, le traitement et la prévention des effets des traumatismes cérébraux chez les athlètes canadiens et d’autres groupes à risque.

Spanish

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Record 17 2021-01-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Non-Canadian)
  • Nervous System
OBS

The Concussion Legacy Foundation's mission is to support athletes, veterans, and all affected by concussions and CTE [Chronic traumatic encephalopathy]; achieve smarter sports and safer athletes through education and innovation; and to end CTE through prevention and research.

OBS

The Sports Legacy Institute announced [on September 3, 2015] that it … rebranded and changed its name to the Concussion Legacy Foundation to realign the name of the organization with the evolution of its programs.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux non canadiens
  • Système nerveux

Spanish

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Record 18 2020-11-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology
OBS

[ARC Foundation creates and co-funds] breakthrough collaboration models for reducing LGBTQ+ [lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and others] discrimination in schools.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie

Spanish

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Record 19 2020-01-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
  • Sociology of Women
OBS

OMID Foundation was set up in 2008 to help young women who are victims of sexual, physical or mental abuse. [OMID] provide[s] them with a sense of self-worth and life and opportunities in three key areas: self-empowerment, education, and training.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Services sociaux et travail social
  • Sociologie des femmes

Spanish

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Record 20 2019-12-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

The Paterson Foundation was started in 1970 by Senator Norman McLeod Paterson. Since then, the foundation has been a devoted supporter of community organizations in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario. The Paterson Foundation is a private, charitable foundation incorporated under the laws of the province of Ontario. ... Grants are made to charitable, non-profit organizations with the major emphasis on projects and programs in the areas of education, health care, religion, social welfare and the arts.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Services sociaux et travail social

Spanish

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Record 21 2019-10-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Regional and Municipal Gov. Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
  • Investment
OBS

ECF's mission is to attract and steward endowment funds and to make strategic investments that enhance quality of life in Edmonton. The foundation exists to help the people of Edmonton and area by encouraging philanthropy and funding charitable activities. Through contributions from donors, the foundation assembles and administers permanent pools of capital so the returns can be perpetually reinvested in [the Edmonton] community. ECF complements and supports other charitable agencies.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités de gouv. régionaux ou municipaux
  • Services sociaux et travail social
  • Investissements et placements

Spanish

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Record 22 2019-08-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Human Diseases
  • Bowels
DEF

[A foundation that] provides essential resources and funding to enhance [the] quality of life for children and adults living with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's and colitis).

OBS

The IBD Foundation educates and support the IBD community through innovative programs and services, enabling and empowering Canadians to become confident participants in their IBD management.

OBS

IBD: inflammatory bowel disease.

OBS

3C: Crohn's, colitis and colorectal cancer.

Key term(s)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease Foundation
  • The Canadian 3C Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Maladies humaines
  • Intestins
OBS

IBD : inflammatory bowel disease (maladie inflammatoire chronique de l’intestin).

OBS

3C : Crohn’s, colitis and colorectal cancer (maladie de Crohn, colite et cancer colorectal).

Key term(s)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease Foundation
  • The Canadian 3C Foundation

Spanish

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Record 23 2019-08-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Nervous System
OBS

Jacob's Ladder, The Canadian Foundation for the Control of Neurodegenerative Disease is a charitable organization founded in 1998, which aims to ... reduce the occurrences of neurodegenerative disease ...

OBS

The Canadian Foundation for Control of Neurodegenerative Disease: designation confirmed by the organization.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Système nerveux
OBS

The Canadian Foundation for Control of Neurodegenerative Disease : désignation confirmée par l'organisme.

Spanish

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Record 24 2019-08-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Urban Sociology
OBS

[The Vancity Community Foundation is] committed to helping organizations develop the knowledge and expertise they require to be successful. [It develops and supports] learning events and resources that … help organizations ... build [the] knowledge, skills and confidence required to develop and manage their social enterprise or real estate initiatives.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Sociologie urbaine

Spanish

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Record 25 2019-08-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Cardiovascular System
DEF

... a charitable organization ... dedicated to keeping Canadians' hearts healthy, including both cardiac rehabilitation and advocacy for disease prevention and education.

OBS

[The Cardiac Health Foundation of Canada's objectives are] to raise funds for cardiovascular rehabilitation programs and expand these services across Canada[;] to enable public education activities and resources aimed at the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease in Canada[;] to fund and promote applied research on cardiovascular rehabilitation and the management of cardiovascular disease in Canada [and] to advocate and promote access to and awareness of medications, treatment services and programs for those affected by cardiovascular disease in Canada.

Key term(s)
  • Canadian Cardiac Health Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Système cardio-vasculaire
Key term(s)
  • Canadian Cardiac Health Foundation

Spanish

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Record 26 2019-07-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Social Problems
OBS

For more than 20 years, Prairieaction Foundation has been funding action-oriented research to help end violence and abuse in Canada.

OBS

Prairieaction Foundation: The organization has made the stylistic choice to italicize "action" in the "Prairieaction" part of its designation.

Key term(s)
  • Prairie Action Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Problèmes sociaux
OBS

Prairieaction Foundation : L'organisme a fait le choix stylistique de mettre en italique le mot «action» dans l'élément «Prairieaction» de sa désignation.

Key term(s)
  • Prairie Action Foundation

Spanish

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Record 27 2019-07-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Aeroindustry
  • Air Transport
  • Environmental Management
OBS

[The Kenneth M Molson Foundation financially supports] charitable and educational organizations in Canada with a major emphasis on projects of aeronautical engineering education and research, aviation history and libraries, and wildlife research, conservation and habitat.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Constructions aéronautiques
  • Transport aérien
  • Gestion environnementale

Spanish

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Record 28 2019-07-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Economic Co-operation and Development
  • Environment
  • Education
DEF

… a foundation created in 1988 [whose] objectives are to aid charities working in the field of environmental protection, and of education.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Coopération et développement économiques
  • Environnement
  • Pédagogie

Spanish

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Record 29 2019-07-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology (General)
OBS

[The Thomas Sill Foundation Inc. provides] grants to Manitoba-based registered charities that center on arts [and] culture, education, environment, health, heritage, or community well-being.

Key term(s)
  • Thomas Sill Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Sociologie (Généralités)
Key term(s)
  • Thomas Sill Foundation

Spanish

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Record 30 2019-07-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
OBS

The Lawson Foundation is a national family foundation that invests in and engages with ideas, people and organizations that contribute to the wellbeing of children and youth and [to] their development as active and engaged members of society.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie de l'enfance et de l'adolescence

Spanish

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Record 31 2019-07-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology (General)
OBS

[The] Max Bell Foundation is a Canadian philanthropic foundation that delivers programs [and supports] Canadian charities with grants.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 32 2019-07-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Social Problems
OBS

Mission. Maytree is committed to advancing systemic solutions to [combat] poverty and [is also committed to] strengthening civic communities. [It] believes the most enduring way to fix the systems that create poverty is to [safeguard] economic and social rights ... for all people living in Canada.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Problèmes sociaux

Spanish

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Record 33 2019-07-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology (General)
  • Philosophy and Religion
OBS

Mission. Committed to gospel values, the foundation strives to transform the lives of those most in need by proactively supporting creative initiatives in the areas of housing, adult education and the environment.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie (Généralités)
  • Philosophie et religion

Spanish

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Record 34 2019-07-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Mental Disorders
OBS

[The Angels and Friends Foundation's mission is] to create wishes and fund specialized equipment for Saskatchewan children living with intellectual disabilities; to advance, enhance and expand access to education and literacy for Saskatchewan children with intellectual disabilities [and] to improve the quality of life of individuals living with Angelman Syndrome.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Troubles mentaux

Spanish

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Record 35 2019-07-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Mental Disorders
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

The Mental Health Foundation is dedicated to building better … mental health care for people in Alberta … through raising, managing and distributing funds to support ground-breaking education and programs, cutting-edge research, next generation technologies and facility enhancements within the addiction and mental health care system.

Key term(s)
  • Hospital Edmonton Foundation of Alberta

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Troubles mentaux
  • Services sociaux et travail social
Key term(s)
  • Hospital Edmonton Foundation of Alberta

Spanish

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Record 36 2019-07-09

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Organizations and Associations (Admin.)
OBS

The Community Foundation of Prince Edward Island (CFPEI) is an incorporated, non-profit organization that provides a "user-friendly" vehicle for donors to create endowment funds to support charitable activities. Income generated from these investments is directed through grants and scholarships to support a wide range of diverse needs in Prince Edward Island communities.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Organismes et associations (Admin.)

Spanish

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Record 37 2019-07-09

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Environmental Management
OBS

The Gordon Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to protecting Canada's water and empowering Canada's North.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Gestion environnementale

Spanish

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Record 38 2019-07-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Economic Co-operation and Development
DEF

… a private family foundation established in 2003 [that] aims to inspire lasting change in communities across British Columbia by building partnerships and funding key initiatives in [its] three main areas of focus: health care, poverty and economic security, and education.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Coopération et développement économiques

Spanish

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Record 39 2019-07-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Cancers and Oncology
OBS

Pancreatic Cancer Canada is committed to improving pancreatic cancer survival by fostering research and creating hope through awareness, education and patient support.

OBS

[The PCCF's goals are] to champion early detection research[;] educate and create awareness about pancreatic cancer[;] raise funds ... to support leading edge research[;] partner with leading cancer centres nationwide and share the latest information and updates[;] share [its] knowledge and increase [its] effectiveness in Canada[;] increase [its] network of volunteers and donors nationally and set up affiliates throughout Canada.

Key term(s)
  • Canadian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation
  • Pancreatic Cancer Foundation of Canada

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Cancers et oncologie
Key term(s)
  • Canadian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation
  • Pancreatic Cancer Foundation of Canada

Spanish

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Record 40 2019-07-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Economic Co-operation and Development
OBS

[The Peter Gilgan Foundation's donations] have been directed to a variety of causes including health and wellness, recreation and active lifestyles, educational institutions, international development[,] environmental protection, … children, youth and families.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Coopération et développement économiques

Spanish

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Record 41 2019-07-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Scientific Research
  • Medicine and Health
OBS

[The Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation] collaborates with stakeholders to contribute to the growth of a high-performing health system, culture of innovation and the improved health of citizens by strengthening research capacity and competitiveness [as well as] increasing the investment in health research in Saskatchewan …

Key term(s)
  • Health Research Foundation of Saskatchewan

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Recherche scientifique
  • Médecine et santé
Key term(s)
  • Health Research Foundation of Saskatchewan

Spanish

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Record 42 2019-06-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Social Organization
OBS

The Atkinson Foundation promotes social and economic justice. Inspired by the Atkinson Principles, [the foundation consists of] grant makers, advocates and investors who have been working to make Ontario more equitable, inclusive and prosperous since 1942.

OBS

Atkinson Charitable Foundation: designation confirmed by the organization.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Organisation sociale
OBS

Atkinson Charitable Foundation : désignation confirmée par l'organisme.

Spanish

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Record 43 2019-06-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Education (General)
  • Sociology
  • General Medicine, Hygiene and Health
OBS

The Branscombe Family Foundation is a private charitable organization located in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Founded in 1977 by Frank and Mildred Branscombe, its ... objectives are to promote higher education for students graduating from secondary schools and to assist in the improvement of the quality of health care and selected social programs in the Regional Municipality of Niagara.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Pédagogie (Généralités)
  • Sociologie
  • Médecine générale, hygiène et santé

Spanish

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Record 44 2019-06-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Environmental Management
  • Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
OBS

[The] Carthy Foundation is a private foundation based in Calgary, Alberta. Established in 1965, the foundation supports national and regional charitable initiatives.

OBS

[The Carthy Foundation's mission is] to support Canadian charitable initiatives that focus on youth [and] environmental sustainability.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Gestion environnementale
  • Sociologie de l'enfance et de l'adolescence

Spanish

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Record 45 2019-06-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology (General)
  • Philosophy and Religion
OBS

Cardus is a non-partisan, faith-based think tank and registered charity dedicated to promoting a flourishing society through independent research, robust public dialogue, and thought-provoking commentary.

OBS

The organization was founded in 1974 as the "Work Research Foundation" and was renamed "Cardus" in 2000.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie (Généralités)
  • Philosophie et religion
OBS

L'organisme a été fondé en 1974 sous le nom de «Work Research Foundation» et a été rebaptisé «Cardus» en 2000.

Spanish

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Record 46 2019-06-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Sociology of the Family
  • Education (General)
OBS

[The Butler Family Foundation's mission is] to foster the growth of healthy familes [and] communities in Edmonton, to support children [and] families; [and] to promote education [and] the pursuit of knowledge.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Sociologie de la famille
  • Pédagogie (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 47 2019-06-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Judaism
OBS

The Asper Foundation undertakes, develops and supports major initiatives in the areas of Jewish charity as well as culture, education, community development and human rights locally, nationally and internationally.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Judaïsme

Spanish

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Record 48 2019-06-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • International Bodies and Committees
  • Sociology of Women
OBS

Mission. [The Almas Jiwani Foundation empowers] women and girls through ... projects that directly address gender equality, education, entrepreneurship, entertainment and energy rights. [By] empowering women and girls in targeted areas, AJF hopes to improve societal and economic conditions in the developing world. Projects include providing sustainable energy [for] better education, better living conditions and [better] environments where women can thrive as entrepreneurs in any region.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités internationaux
  • Sociologie des femmes
OBS

Mission. [Almas Jiwani Foundation promeut] l'autonomisation des femmes et des filles à travers des projets ciblés sur l'égalité des sexes, l'éducation, l'entrepreneuriat, le divertissement et le droit à l'énergie. Grâce à l'autonomisation des femmes et des filles dans les zones ciblées, AJF espère améliorer les conditions sociales et économiques dans [les pays] en développement. Les projets comprennent la fourniture d’énergie durable pour [...] une meilleure éducation, de meilleures conditions de vie et la création d’un environnement où les femmes peuvent se développer comme entrepreneures dans [n’importe quelle région].

Spanish

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Record 49 2019-06-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Dog and Cat Breeding
OBS

The CKCF's mission is to [improve] the canine-human relationship and the health of Canadian dogs by empowering communities to educate their members on responsible dog ownership and [by] enabling canine health research.

Key term(s)
  • Kennel Club Foundation of Canada

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Élevage des chiens et chats
Key term(s)
  • Kennel Club Foundation of Canada

Spanish

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Record 50 2019-06-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Dog and Cat Breeding
OBS

Animal Aid Foundation is a public foundation registered with the Government of Canada. The foundation was established to address the crisis of animal overpopulation that has resulted from animals that have been left un-spayed and un-neutered and that have been reproducing year after year. The foundation is 100% volunteer run.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Élevage des chiens et chats

Spanish

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Record 51 2019-06-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Environment
DEF

… an environmental non-governmental organization (ENGO) advocating for change and co-ordinating action to improve the health of Lake Winnipeg.

OBS

[LWF works] collaboratively with non-profit, academic, industry and government sectors and the public to restore and protect [the] lake[. Its] efforts are focused on research, public education, stewardship and collaboration.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Environnement

Spanish

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Record 52 2019-06-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Health Institutions
OBS

The Health Care Foundation raises funds and develops strong and sustaining philanthropic relationships to support the highest level of adult health care through the funding of vital medical equipment, research, education and the provision of items that impact patient comfort and care. [Its goal] is to continue to be the leading charitable organization which supports Eastern Health in providing the highest level of care to adults from across Newfoundland and Labrador.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Établissements de santé

Spanish

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Record 53 2019-06-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Economic Co-operation and Development
OBS

[The Foundation's mission is to] invest in the community to impact change through education and training, health and wellness, and in public policy support to ensure advocacy of capitalism, free market economies, and entrepreneurial thinking.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Coopération et développement économiques

Spanish

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Record 54 2019-06-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Economic Co-operation and Development
DEF

… a private family foundation which provides grants primarily to Calgary-based charities [that] are given in diverse areas at the sole discretion of the board to assist and promote the well-being of citizens, regardless of race, colour or creed.

OBS

[The Foundation's] interests lie in arts & culture, health & welfare, social services, youth development and animal welfare.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Coopération et développement économiques

Spanish

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Record 55 2019-06-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Food Industries
  • Sociology
DEF

A philanthropic foundation established in 1992 exclusively dedicated to enhancing food literacy, whose mission is to be the champion, connector and supporter of food literacy knowledge, policy advancements and practice for collective impact.

OBS

[The Helderleigh Foundation's vision is] a society of healthier children and families, through enhanced food literacy and sustainable eating practices.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Industrie de l'alimentation
  • Sociologie

Spanish

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Record 56 2019-06-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Arts and Culture (General)
OBS

The Michaëlle Jean Foundation supports youth arts initiatives that transform young lives and revitalize underserved communities across Canada.

OBS

[Its] vision [is] a Canada in which all youth use their creativity to tackle social issues and build vibrant communities. [It] also strives for a country that recognizes the power of the arts and artists, as well as the essential role of artists and culture.

Key term(s)
  • Michaëlle Jean Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Arts et Culture (Généralités)
OBS

La Fondation Michaëlle Jean Foundation apporte son soutien aux initiatives des jeunes qui utilisent les arts pour transformer leur vie et revitaliser des communautés défavorisées au Canada.

OBS

[Sa vision est] un Canada où tous les jeunes utilisent les arts et leur créativité pour s’attaquer à des problèmes sociaux qui les concernent dans leur collectivité. [Elle] veut aussi un pays qui reconnaît le pouvoir que les arts ont de transformer des vies et de dynamiser des communautés, ainsi que le rôle essentiel des artistes et de la culture.

Key term(s)
  • Fondation Michaëlle Jean

Spanish

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Record 57 2019-06-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Health Institutions
OBS

[The Aberdeen Health Foundation supports the Aberdeen Hospital's] fundamental mission to provide quality health care to those in need by providing continuing and coordinated financial support [and] helping the hospital adapt its operations, programs, equipment, and services to ever-changing technologies and improved standards of care.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Établissements de santé

Spanish

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Record 58 2019-06-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Veterinary Medicine
OBS

The Farley Foundation helps low-income pet owners in Ontario by subsidizing the cost of non-elective veterinary care for their sick or injured pets.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Médecine vétérinaire

Spanish

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Record 59 2019-06-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Mental Disorders
  • Social Services and Social Work
  • Drugs and Drug Addiction
OBS

[The Behavioural Health Foundation] is a therapeutic community providing long term programming to persons with addictions and co-occurring mental health issues. [The BHF's mission is] to provide quality behavioural health services of a wholistic nature to men, women, dependent children and youth leading to personal and family wellness in areas of education, employment, health and family values. [Its objectives are] to eliminate dependency on the use of substance, foster a positive self-image and identity, develop and increase self-confidence, develop work skills and work habits necessary for obtaining employment or entering an education institution and integrate the individual into the community as a productive member of society.

Key term(s)
  • Foundation for Behavioural Health

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Troubles mentaux
  • Services sociaux et travail social
  • Drogues et toxicomanie
Key term(s)
  • Foundation for Behavioural Health

Spanish

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Record 60 2019-05-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Social Problems
OBS

[Forever Chai Foundation of Canada's] mission is to give the children and mothers at the Shabtai Levi Home the hope and promise of a brighter future by providing additional funds to assist with their care and services.

OBS

Incorporated [on] November 16, 2009, the Forever Chai Foundation of Canada (FCFC) is the former "Canadian Friends of the Shabtai Levi Home" ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Problèmes sociaux

Spanish

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Record 61 2019-04-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Environmental Management
OBS

The Fresh Outlook Foundation (FOF) is a registered charity that envisions a future where people of all ages and from all sectors collaborate to make [the] communities [of British Columbia] healthier, happier, and more prosperous. ... To that end, FOF's passion is "inspiring community conversations for sustainable change."

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Gestion environnementale

Spanish

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Record 62 2019-04-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupational Training
  • Special-Language Phraseology
CONT

STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics ...) [refers to] the academic disciplines of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This [expression] is typically used when addressing education policy and curriculum choices in schools, to improve competitiveness in science and technology development. It has implications for workforce development, national security concerns and immigration policy.

CONT

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) are vital to the economic future of ... and STEM skills are more in demand than ever in the work place.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Orientation professionnelle
  • Phraséologie des langues de spécialité
CONT

STIM(science, technologie, ingénierie et mathématiques) […] est un américanisme désignant quatre disciplines : science, technologie, ingénierie et mathématiques. En 2011, selon l'United States National Research Council et le National Science Foundation, ces disciplines sont centrales aux sociétés technologiquement avancées. Dans plusieurs forums américains, qu'ils soient de nature politique, gouvernementale ou académique, l'expertise des travailleurs dans ces disciplines est un indice de la capacité d’un pays à soutenir son existence et sa croissance.

CONT

Il faut espérer qu’un leadership accru des femmes en sciences incite plus de filles à choisir les STIM et que leur exemple les convainc d’y poursuivre leur carrière.

OBS

sciences, technologies, ingénierie et mathématiques : Bien qu’on trouve cette graphie, il vaut mieux utiliser l’expression où seul le terme mathématiques est au pluriel.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Formación profesional
  • Fraseología de los lenguajes especializados
OBS

CTIM: La Fundación del Español Urgente (Fundéu BBVA), con el asesoramiento de la Real Academia Española, recomienda emplear la sigla "CTIM" en lugar del anglicismo "STEM".

PHR

carreras CTIM, competencias CTIM

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Record 63 2019-03-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • General Medicine, Hygiene and Health
OBS

[The institute's mission is] to create and sustain work wellness, prevent disability, eliminate impairment-related job loss, and worklessness for those with, or at risk of, chronic and episodic health-related challenges​.

OBS

In 2017 the organization changed its name from the Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability to Work Wellness and Disability Prevention Institute.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Médecine générale, hygiène et santé

Spanish

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Record 64 2018-12-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Environment
  • Agriculture - General
OBS

Food Water Wellness Foundation is advancing the practice of regenerative agriculture that nurtures a robust ecosystem and healthy soil. We are working with farmers, ranchers and researchers understand how soil can be used to mitigate climate change, drought and flood, increase biodiversity and, most importantly, produce healthy food.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Environnement
  • Agriculture - Généralités

Spanish

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Record 65 2018-12-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupational Bodies and Committees
  • Types of Constructed Works
  • Urban Housing
OBS

The Housing Inspection Foundation (HIF) is an organization of professionals dedicated to the promotion and development of residential inspections.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités professionnels
  • Types de constructions
  • Habitation et logement (Urbanisme)

Spanish

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Record 66 2018-12-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • The Ear
OBS

The Canadian Tinnitus Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to expanding the awareness [of] and generating funding for research to find the cure for tinnitus.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Oreille

Spanish

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Record 67 2018-12-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology (General)
OBS

The Belinda Stronach Foundation builds partnerships with individuals, non-governmental organizations, business[es], as well as other foundations who work in Canada and around the world to develop and incubate innovative programs confronting global challenges.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 68 2018-12-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Human Diseases
  • Blood
OBS

The Sickle Cell Foundation of Alberta (SCFA) is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to creating awareness about SCD [sickle cell disease] and providing support services to patients living in Alberta ... The SCFA teaches patients coping skills for pain management, advocates for funding of SCD research and provides its members with access to the most current scientific research and information.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Maladies humaines
  • Sang
OBS

Organisme bénévole voué à la sensibilisation à la drépanocytose, [la] Sickle Cell Foundation of Alberta(SCFA) se consacre à offrir des services de soutien aux patients vivant en Alberta. [Les] patients atteints de drépanocytose [se font enseigner] les habiletés d’adaptation leur permettant de faire face à leur douleur […]

Spanish

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Record 69 2018-11-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • National History
OBS

The Fort Edmonton Foundation believes that maintenance of historical integrity is key to Fort Edmonton Park's success as a financially sustainable historical attraction. [It] is fully dedicated to the successful development of Fort Edmonton Park as a globally acclaimed living-history experience.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Histoires nationales

Spanish

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Record 70 2018-10-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Cancers and Oncology
OBS

The Canadian Melanoma Foundation is a non-profit organization working with the public, melanoma patients and their families to raise awareness of melanoma and to build financial support for Canadian scientists throughout the country who are conducting cutting edge research for the better understanding and better treatment of melanoma.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Cancers et oncologie
OBS

La fondation Canadian Melanoma Foundation est une organisation sans but lucratif. Elle compte sur les dons généreux de ceux qui se soucient de l'amélioration des méthodes prévention et de la guérison du cancer.

Spanish

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Record 71 2018-10-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Economic Co-operation and Development
  • Agriculture
OBS

SHARE enables impoverished agriculturally-based communities to improve their quality of life by supporting projects that contribute to economic, social and environmental development and sustainability [of third world developing countries, with a focus on Central and South America.]

OBS

SHARE; S.H.A.R.E: acronyms for Sending Help and Resources Everywhere.

Key term(s)
  • Sending Help and Resources Everywhere Agriculture Foundation
  • Sending Help and Resources Everywhere

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Coopération et développement économiques
  • Agriculture
OBS

SHARE; S.H.A.R.E : acronymes qui viennent de l’anglais «Sending Help and Resources Everywhere».

Key term(s)
  • Sending Help and Resources Everywhere Agriculture Foundation
  • Sending Help and Resources Everywhere

Spanish

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Record 72 2018-08-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupational Bodies and Committees
  • Destructive and Non-destructive Tests (Mat.)
OBS

The NDE Institute of Canada amalgamated with the Canadian Society for Nondestructive Testing on May 15, 2001 to form the Canadian Institute for Non-destructive Evaluation.

Key term(s)
  • Canadian Society for Non-destructive Testing Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités professionnels
  • Contrôle destructif et non destructif (Matér.)
OBS

L’organisme NDE Institute of Canada a fusionné avec la Canadian Society for Nondestructive Testing le 15 mai 2001 pour former l’organisme Canadian Institute for Non-destructive Evaluation.

Key term(s)
  • Canadian Society for Non-destructive Testing Foundation

Spanish

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Record 73 2018-05-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Military (General)
  • Respiratory System
OBS

Founded in 1945, the Tuberculosis and Chest Disabled Veterans Association (TB Vets) was created to assist returning Second World War Veterans with meaningful employment and to raise funds for the treatment of tuberculosis and other respiratory illnesses as a result of their military service.

OBS

Mission: Operates a key return service, with proceeds and donations going to respiratory disease research, treatments and education; annually sends out over 350,000 key tags to BC [British Columbia] residents.

OBS

TB: Tuberculosis.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Militaire (Généralités)
  • Appareil respiratoire
OBS

TB : Tuberculosis.

Spanish

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Record 74 2018-04-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Agriculture - General
  • Agricultural Economics
OBS

Values [and] Mission. [The Investment Agriculture Foundation of British Columbia's] mission is to assist British Columbia's producers, processors, agribusinesses and rural communities to develop solutions and seize opportunities.

OBS

Since 1996, [the Investment Agriculture Foundation of British Columbia has] worked with [its] industry partners and funders to invest in projects that enhance the competitiveness, profitability and sustainability of [British Columbia's] agriculture and agri-food.

Key term(s)
  • Investment Agriculture Foundation of B.C.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Agriculture - Généralités
  • Économie agricole
Key term(s)
  • Investment Agriculture Foundation of B. C.

Spanish

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Record 75 2018-03-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Water Transport
  • Naval Forces
  • Heritage
OBS

Mission: To raise awareness of the contributions of allied merchant fleets during World War II; to promote the study of maritime subjects.

Key term(s)
  • Canada Maritime Heritage Foundation
  • Maritime Heritage Foundation of Canada

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Transport par eau
  • Forces navales
  • Patrimoine
Key term(s)
  • Canada Maritime Heritage Foundation
  • Maritime Heritage Foundation of Canada

Spanish

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Record 76 2018-03-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Scientific Research
  • Cancers and Oncology
OBS

[The mission of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation is] to raise and steward funds to deliver breakthrough research, exemplary teaching, and compassionate care at the Princess Margaret [Cancer Centre.]

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Recherche scientifique
  • Cancers et oncologie

Spanish

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Record 77 2018-02-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Religion (General)
OBS

Ontario Zoroastrian Community Foundation is founded on the principles of the Zoroastrian faith with the purpose of preserving the rich Zoroastrian heritage for the present and future generations by serving humanity, in general, and the religious and social needs of the Zoroastrians in Ontario, in particular. The conduct of the Foundation activities [are] in a spirit of mutual respect, co-operation and unity amongst fellow mankind.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Religion (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 78 2018-02-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Religion (General)
OBS

[Fellowship Prairies'] vision is to encounter God, equip God's People, and engage God's world. This region covers churches within Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut [and is] one of five regions associated with The Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches of Canada (FEBCC).

OBS

Baptist Foundation, Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Territories, Inc.: title in effect from 1984-2016.

OBS

Fellowship Prairies Foundation Inc.: title in effect since 2016.

Key term(s)
  • Fellowship Prairies Incorporated
  • Fellowship Prairies Foundation
  • Fellowship Prairies Foundation Incorporated
  • Baptist Foundation, Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Territories, Incorporated

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Religion (Généralités)
Key term(s)
  • Baptist Foundation, Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Territories, Incorporated

Spanish

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Record 79 2018-02-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Sociology of Human Relations
OBS

A medium-sized local charitable organization founded in 1990 [whose mission is] to raise and disburse funds for the advancement of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender projects, artists and organizations ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Sociologie des relations humaines

Spanish

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Record 80 2018-02-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Social Services and Social Work
  • Cinematography
OBS

SkyWorks is a catalyst, advocate and participant in social change through community centred film making and public engagement. SkyWorks Charitable Foundation was established in 1983 as a non-profit documentary organization dealing with contemporary social issues. The process of creating the films and the subsequent dissemination is a community development effort, working with local, regional, and national groups, to create strategies for social change. [SkyWorks focuses] on documentary and community development projects in four program areas: working with children and families as a force for social change; promoting recovery by challenging stereotypes and systemic barriers with people experiencing mental health issues; informing and supporting community engagement in health care policies and practices [and] documenting barriers and exploring alternative approaches to accessing justice, preventing discrimination and ensuring fairness within the various legal systems ... that structure the lives of persons belonging to particular marginalized communities.

Key term(s)
  • Sky Works Charitable Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Services sociaux et travail social
  • Cinématographie
Key term(s)
  • Sky Works Charitable Foundation

Spanish

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Record 81 2018-02-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Regional and Municipal Gov. Bodies and Committees
  • Arts and Culture
  • History
  • Environment
OBS

[The Halifax Foundation] is mandated to support, from earnings on invested contributions, existing and new endeavours in arts and culture, education, environment, health, heritage, recreation and social response that enhance public spaces, facilities and services in the Halifax Regional Municipality. The Foundation serves the whole of the Halifax Regional Municipality.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités de gouv. régionaux ou municipaux
  • Arts et Culture
  • Histoire
  • Environnement

Spanish

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Record 82 2018-02-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Human Diseases - Various
OBS

Founded in 1998, the Arthritis Research Foundation raises and invests funds for arthritis and related autoimmune disease research. In addition, [the Arthritis Research Foundation strives] to increase awareness of this large family of diseases, which affects over 4.6 million Canadians.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Maladies humaines diverses

Spanish

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Record 83 2018-02-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

A small local organization founded in 1995 [whose mission is] to raise funds for enhancing the quality of life of the community.

Key term(s)
  • Kingston and Area Community Foundation
  • Greater Kingston Community Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Services sociaux et travail social
OBS

Petit organisme local fondé en 1995.

Key term(s)
  • Kingston and Area Community Foundation
  • Greater Kingston Community Foundation

Spanish

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Record 84 2018-02-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Health Institutions
OBS

The Kensington Foundation is a not-for-profit charitable foundation in Toronto that provides financial support to the programs and services delivered by Kensington Health organizations, and community programs and academic institutions focused on health care.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Établissements de santé

Spanish

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Record 85 2018-02-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • General Medicine, Hygiene and Health
OBS

[Its mission is to enhance] healthcare and [to promote] innovation through the generous support of [its] community.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Médecine générale, hygiène et santé

Spanish

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Record 86 2018-02-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Symptoms (Medicine)
  • Nervous System
OBS

MPF Mission. To support the independence, self-reliance and full participation of Manitobans with spinal cord injuries or disease and to support projects for the cure or prevention of spinal cord injuries.

Key term(s)
  • Manitoba Paraplegia Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Symptômes (Médecine)
  • Système nerveux
Key term(s)
  • Manitoba Paraplegia Foundation

Spanish

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Record 87 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Health Institutions
OBS

Established in 1989, the Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation has continuously raised funds to support healthcare for more than 330,000 residents of the Markham and Whitchurch-Stouffville communities.

OBS

The Foundation exists to enable the growth of Markham Stouffville Hospital by raising sustainable funds and awareness for its priorities and ongoing needs.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Établissements de santé

Spanish

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Record 88 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • International Bodies and Committees
  • Human Diseases
OBS

The Joubert Syndrome & Related Disorders Foundation is an international network of parents who share knowledge, experience, and emotional support. ... The Joubert Syndrome & Related Disorders Foundation plays an important role in educating physicians and their support teams as well as increasing public awareness. The Joubert Syndrome & Related Disorders Foundation is a nonprofit organization.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités internationaux
  • Maladies humaines

Spanish

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Record 89 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Education
  • Social Services and Social Work
  • Religion (General)
OBS

A medium-sized national charitable organization founded in 1987. [Its mission is to] provide for the educational, religious and welfare needs of the Muslim community.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Pédagogie
  • Services sociaux et travail social
  • Religion (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 90 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • War and Peace (International Law)
OBS

[It promotes] peace and [encourages] nonviolent action based on Gandhian principles through education, public awareness, collaboration, and building intercultural understanding.

OBS

Established in 1988.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Guerre et paix (Droit international)
OBS

Établie en 1988.

Spanish

Save record 90

Record 91 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Medical and Hospital Organization
OBS

[Its] goal is to link [its] community and health care experts together in pursuit of medical excellence at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Organisation médico-hospitalière

Spanish

Save record 91

Record 92 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

During the latter part of their lives, Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward donated to many charitable organizations. ... generally the gifts supported education, health and various religious bodies. In 1951, P.A. established the Woodward Foundation to formalize these activities ... In 1953, the Foundation's name was changed to the Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward's Foundation. ... The assets of the Foundation represent lifetime gifts to the Foundation from the late Mr. and Mrs. Woodward, together with the residue from their estates following the death of Mr. Woodward in 1968 and Mrs. Woodward in 1970.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Services sociaux et travail social

Spanish

Save record 92

Record 93 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology of persons with a disability
OBS

The mission of the Kinsmen Foundation of B.C. is to raise funds to support [the] many worthwhile organizations and individuals facing the daily challenges of living with a severe physical disability and to improve their quality of life and independence.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Sociologie des personnes handicapées

Spanish

Save record 93

Record 94 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Social Services and Social Work
  • Cancers and Oncology
OBS

The Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta is a charitable organization that helps families fighting childhood cancer in Alberta. [Its] programs are uniquely designed to meet the needs of the whole family at each stage of the cancer journey, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. The foundation helps Alberta children and families by providing funding and programs in these key areas: camp and outreach; research and hospital; and education support and scholarship programs.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Services sociaux et travail social
  • Cancers et oncologie

Spanish

Save record 94

Record 95 2018-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • International Bodies and Committees
  • Arts and Culture (General)
OBS

Musagetes was launched in Montreal in January 2007 with the release of [its] manifesto.

OBS

Musagetes promotes the arts and artistic creativity as tools for social transformation. Musagetes is a catalyst for ideas and actions that make the arts more central and meaningful to peoples' lives, in order to promote healthier democracies and creative societies ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités internationaux
  • Arts et Culture (Généralités)

Spanish

Save record 95

Record 96 2018-01-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Health Institutions
OBS

[It is] the fundraising arm of Lions Gate Hospital and all the publicly funded health-care facilities and programs across the North Shore.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Établissements de santé

Spanish

Save record 96

Record 97 2017-12-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

Organization which is established in Toronto, Ontario.

OBS

Since 1973, Phoenix Community Works Foundation has worked with people to develop projects concerned with community, education, creativity, physical and emotional health, and the environment.

Key term(s)
  • Phoenix Foundation of Community Works

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Services sociaux et travail social
OBS

Organisme établi à Toronto (Ontario).

Spanish

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Record 98 2017-12-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Publication and Bookselling
  • The Press (News and Journalism)
OBS

The Western Magazine Awards Foundation (WMAF) works to enhance the quality and diversity of Western Canadian magazines to ensure the long-term vibrancy of magazine journalism, photography and design in Canada. The annual Western Magazine Awards competition honours and celebrates editorial excellence in Western Canadian magazine writing, photography, illustration and art direction.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Édition et librairie
  • Presse écrite

Spanish

Save record 98

Record 99 2017-12-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Library Science
OBS

A medium-sized local charitable organization founded in 1997.

OBS

The vision of the Toronto Public Library Foundation is to build a city of life-long readers, learners and creators for a successful Toronto. This is accomplished by inspiring giving in support of exemplary collections, ground-breaking programs and services, and innovative community spaces at Toronto Public Library.

OBS

Mission: Provide essential resources for the enhancement of [the] Toronto Public Library and allocate funds to priority needs not supported by municipal funding.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Bibliothéconomie

Spanish

Save record 99

Record 100 2017-12-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Rights and Freedoms
OBS

The Jewish Civil Rights Educational Foundation of Canada was created in 1979 as the charitable arm of the Canadian Lawyers and Jurists for World Jewry.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Droits et libertés

Spanish

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