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NewsBytes: September, 2004
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Landmark study about Canada's nonprofit sector now available
September 27, 2004
In 2003, Canadians donated more than $8 billion to nonprofit and voluntary organizations, and more than 19 million people contributed 2 billion hours of volunteer time. These are just a few of the highlights from a landmark study released by Statistics Canada last week. The National Survey of Nonprofit and Voluntary Organizations (NSNVO), produced by StatsCan in conjunction with the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy and a consortium of other organizations, offers - for the first time - a comprehensive snapshot of Canada's nonprofit sector. The 81-page NSNVO report, entitled Cornerstones of Community, includes information about the size and scope of the sector, its economic impact, the challenges it is currently facing, and much more. For highlights from the report, check out this week's Cover Story. To download the full report in PDF format, visit: www.nonprofitscan.ca.
September 27, 2004
The Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation announced that it is suspending hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants to New Brunswick institutions. The grant money will instead be used to help fund legal action against Fredericton's Beaverbrook Art Gallery. The Beaverbrook Foundations of Canada and Britain have been feuding with the gallery since earlier this year about the ownership of 200 works of art housed at the gallery. The foundations want the gallery to declare that the art is on loan from the foundations. However, the gallery maintains that it owns the works.
Caught in the middle are organizations such as the Atlantic Synod of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, the University of New Brunswick, the City of Miramichi, and the New Brunswick Youth Orchestra, which all received formal notice of the suspension of grants. Foundation president Timothy Aitken says the legal battle has put the foundation "onto a legal treadmill that is leading inexorably to financial exhaustion. As a result, we have been forced with great regret and sadness to suspend all our philanthropic and charitable activities." For more information about the Beaverbrook Foundation, visit: www.beaverbrookfoundation.org.
September 27, 2004
Hundreds of thousands of Canadians in more than 1,000 communities across Canada took part recently in the 24th Annual Terry Fox Run. Together with Terry Fox Run events hosted in 50 other countries, an estimated $21.1 million was raised worldwide. "Every day is a great day to be associated with Terry's legacy," Darrell Fox said of his late brother. "We are united for a common cause and that common cause is directly related to what Terry attempted to do in 1980. [It] makes me feel extremely proud and also very emotional, too. It's obvious the people of this country have chosen not to forget Terry and why he ran across this country." Since 1980, more than $360 million has been raised worldwide for cancer research in Terry's name. For more information about the Terry Fox Run, visit: www.terryfoxrun.org.
Fast Fact: Volunteering boosts satisfaction with life
September 27, 2004
A British study reveals that there is a positive link between voluntary work and community happiness. Researchers found that areas with the best quality of life also had high levels of informal voluntary activity. People living in communities with high volunteer rates enjoyed better health, suffered less crime, and claimed to be "very satisfied" with their lives. Students from these communities also achieved higher grades. Volunteering had a positive influence irrespective of a community's social class or wealth, the study found. UK government figures show that in 2003, 51% of people in England participated in their community - approximately 20.3 million people. -- Economic and Social Research Council
September 27, 2004
Frank Palmer, chair and CEO of DDB Canada, announced that the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is the inaugural recipient of the Good Cause Award, a national public service announcement campaign worth $2 million. "We're thrilled to have been chosen as the recipient of the Good Cause Award," said Penny Marrett, CEO of the CMHA. "Good mental health is vital to our well-being - an important message that Frank Palmer and DDB Canada will be helping us to communicate to people across the country in the coming months." The CMHA was one of 209 charities that applied to receive the pro bono campaign, which includes television and newspaper PSAs that will launch in spring 2005. For more information, visit: www.cmha.ca.
September 27, 2004
Thanks to $6.8 million in funding from the Ontario Cancer Research Network (OCRN), the Princess Margaret Hospital, Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Sciences Centre, and Mount Sinai Hospital will be expanding their clinical trials programs. This will allow the hospitals to double the number of cancer patients who participate. "This initiative will accelerate the development of new cancer treatments in Toronto and help bring promising new therapies to cancer patients sooner," said Bob Phillips, president and chief executive officer of OCRN. The funding is part of $10.3 million announced for 14 cancer centres and hospitals across Ontario. For more information, visit: www.ocrn.on.ca.
September 27, 2004
Last week, a new foundation was launched that will raise funds to assist existing support systems for victims of extraordinary violent crime across Canada. "Into the Light" Charitable Foundation was established in honour of Louise Russo, whose spine was shattered in a random shooting last April in Toronto. Russo, who is permanently paralyzed from the waist down, will be the first beneficiary of the foundation. "With the support of Canadians and corporations from coast to coast, [the foundation] will be able to assist my sister and others like her, as they attempt to establish their altered lifestyle and routine," said Rose Caliendo, a foundation board member. "I can tell you from personal experience, the cost of care after this event is astronomical." For more information about the foundation, visit: www.intothelight.ca.
September 27, 2004
Imagine's 2004 New Spirit of Community Partnership Awards were announced in Toronto last week. This year's five winning partnerships are:"The awards showcase the wide range of benefits that result when companies become engaged in their communities and invest time, money and resources to collaboratively find solutions to social challenges," said Chris Pinney, director of the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy's Imagine initiative. For more information, visit: www.imagine.ca.
- The Advanced Coronary Treatment (ACT) Foundation of Canada, AstraZeneca, Aventis Pharma Inc. and Pfizer Canada
- Altruvest Charitable Services and Bell Canada
- Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) and Microsoft Canada
- Ecotrust Canada and VanCity Credit Union
- STUFF Canada, a partnership between Cooper's Office Supply Co. and more than 80 Toronto charities
September 27, 2004
A recent survey of Internet use among Canadian nonprofits found that one of the primary reasons they have web sites is to establish themselves as a key resource for related information, and to communicate information in a timely fashion. More than 30% of respondents also use their web sites for education and training opportunities, publication sales, and member directory listings. Close to 30% use their web site for member registrations, and just over 25% use their site for conference/tradeshow attendance registrations. More than 60% of respondents deliver member services online, and almost 40% use their site to perform operational activities and administration. Approximately one-third (30%) are also using their web site to create revenue opportunities (other than membership dues). As for interactive features, 50% of sites include web forms and 44% offer an online directory. -- Leverus
September 27, 2004
The 2004 BMO Fountain of Hope (FOH) campaign wrapped up this month, setting a new record for BMO employee-led fundraising. BMO Financial Group's employee-based charity raised a total of $7.2 million during the campaign, a 24% increase over last year. "The success of this campaign sends a strong message about the social values of our colleagues and their commitment to helping support the communities in which we live and work," said Maurice Hudon, senior executive vice president of BMO Bank of Montreal. "We are extremely proud of the efforts of our employees to help raise money for so many worthwhile causes." Funds raised by Fountain of Hope are distributed to more than 2300 charities across Canada. For more information, visit: www.bmo.com.
September 27, 2004
Communities across Canada will get a helping hand from 2,200 Home Depot Canada employees during the week of September 27 to October 2. The company is donating more than 11,000 volunteer hours through community service projects during this 'Week of Service'. "Our communities are our customers," said Annette Verschuren, president of The Home Depot Canada. "By donating hours to build stronger communities in each and every location that we have a store, we're able to give back to those who have helped us grow." The Home Depot's global goal is to donate 250,000 hours during the Week of Service, with more than 300,000 customer associates participating throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, and China. For more information about Home Depot, visit: www.homedepot.ca.
September 27, 2004
Health Partners International of Canada (HPIC), a Montreal-based humanitarian organization, recently coordinated the shipment of more than $2.1 million in donated medical aid to Afghanistan. "The upheaval in Afghanistan has devastated our healthcare system," said Sharif Ghalib, Chargé d'Affaires of the Embassy of Afghanistan in Ottawa. "The population is vulnerable to all kinds of diseases and infections. Getting treatment for our people is one of our greatest needs." The shipment contains drugs and medical supplies donated by Canada's Research-Based Pharmaceutical Companies (Rx&D) and the Nonprescription Drug Manufacturers Association of Canada (NDMAC). The Government of Canada also assisted the project through a grant from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). For more information, visit: www.hpicanada.ca.
September 20, 2004
Prime Minister Paul Martin and the provincial premiers signed a 10-year deal last week that will inject $41 billion into Canada's healthcare system. The deal promises reductions in waiting times, the hiring of more healthcare workers, some short-term home care services, and limited drug coverage for catastrophic illnesses. While some question how the federal government is going to implement and regulate these promises, in general the deal is getting a favourable reaction from the medical community. Likewise, many of the premiers described the package as "a good first step." For more information, visit: www.pm.gc.ca.
September 20, 2004
A Hamilton man is facing fraud charges after police received complaints about the Canadian Society Against Child Abuse. Their investigation revealed that the organization was not a registered charity, but was solely owned and operated by 40-year-old John Merritt. For more than two years, Merritt and as many as 25 employees were soliciting door-to-door in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, and Mississauga. Police say donations were used to pay for personal expenses and wages of the canvassers. Merritt will face charges of fraud under $5,000 and attempted fraud under $5,000.
September 20, 2004
Volunteers in Ontario did their part recently to raise funds during the Weekend to End Breast Cancer. More than 4,500 walkers completed a 60-kilometre journey around Toronto that raised $14.7 million for the cause. As well, about 4,000 participants in 153 teams - in mixed, women, open and cancer-survivor divisions - raised close to $250,000 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation during the 10th annual Great White North Dragon Boat Challenge, which was held the same weekend. For more information about the Weekend to End Breast Cancer, visit: www.endcancer.ca.
September 20, 2004
According to a recent survey by Washington think tank the Brookings Institution, 37% of Americans say they do not have confidence in the ability of charities to spend donations wisely and to deliver services. Only 15% say they have a "great deal" of confidence in charities, down from 18% last October and 25% in July 2001. A slight majority of respondents feel that charities are "somewhat good" at spending money wisely (51%), helping people (51%), being fair in their decisions (56%), and running their programs and services (57%). -- Brookings Institution
September 20, 2004
Last week, the University of Calgary received the largest monetary donation by an individual in its history. Dr. Allan Markin, chair of Canadian Natural Resources and part owner of the Calgary Flames, is donating $18 million to establish an institute of public health. "This will allow us to make much more of a contribution to the solution of the health-care problem in Canada," said university president Harvey Weingarten. Six new research chairs will initially be implemented for the institute, but that is expected to grow to dozens of collaborators who will combat various public health concerns. For more information, visit: www.ucalgary.ca.
September 20, 2004
World Vision is just one of many Canadian organizations responding to Caribbean countries in the aftermath of Hurricanes Frances and Ivan. Last week, relief items were airlifted into the region, where many areas were left without electricity, telecommunications, or drinking water. Scotiabank is making a US$350,000 donation towards relief efforts, and the Canadian Red Cross announced that nine major banks, including Scotiabank, will accept cash donations to support the relief efforts for the people impacted by the hurricanes. Canadians can make a financial donation at the following banks: BMO Financial Group; Scotiabank; TD Canada Trust; National Bank of Canada; CIBC; RBC Royal Bank; Canadian Western Bank; Laurentian Bank of Canada; and HSBC Bank Canada. Donations can also be made at www.redcross.ca or by calling 1-800-418-1111. To donate to World Vision's relief efforts in the Caribbean, call 1-800-268-5528 or visit www.worldvision.ca.
September 20, 2004
The Dilawri family announced that it is donating $1 million to the Hospitals of Regina Foundation. The money will be distributed through the newly established Dilawri Foundation over a five-year period and will be put toward the newly created Dilawri Innovation Fund. Ajay Dilawri, president of the Dilawri Automotive Group in Regina, said his company "believes strongly that the business sector has an important role to play in making our community a better place and it is our hope that this money will help achieve that." He hopes to set an example for other businesses within Saskatchewan to "step up to the plate." For more information about the Hospitals of Regina Foundation, visit: www.hrf.sk.ca.
September 20, 2004
A new report released by TD economists argues that many challenges are threatening Canadian charities at a time when they are playing an ever-increasing role in Canada's economy and society. Canada's Charities: Under Pressure finds that the number of charities is increasing steadily, suggesting that demand for charitable services is rising and the scope of charitable activities is widening. "If charities are to meet the growing demand for their services, they must have adequate and appropriate financing. They must also have sufficient and appropriately skilled staff and volunteers. Canadians can help charities to achieve these objectives by giving generously, either financially or with their time," said Craig Alexander, associate vice president and senior economist at TD Bank Financial Group.
The report highlights two issues in particular. The first is a labour issue, namely the difficulty that some charities have with attracting and retaining staff and volunteers. Second, increases in charitable activities, government cutbacks, intense competition for government grants, and changes in the nature of the funding environment are all making it more challenging for charities to obtain sufficient financing. To download the report in PDF format, visit: www.td.com/economics.
September 20, 2004
Golf retailer Golf Town Canada did its part to help fund prostate cancer research at the 4th Annual Golf Town Charity Classic Golf Tournament. The event raised $100,000 for the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation of Canada. "We managed to get a great crowd out in spite of the weather, raising even more funds for prostate cancer research than last year's tournament, and helped to generate awareness about this devastating disease that affects so many Canadian lives," said Stephen Bebis, CEO of Golf Town Canada, and newly appointed member of the foundation's board of directors. Golf Town also donates a portion of all proceeds from the sale of private label golf shirts and golf balls to the foundation year round. For more information about the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation of Canada, visit: www.prostatecancer.ca.
September 20, 2004
More than two million Canadians are providing informal care to a friend or family member. Among senior caregivers, more than 50% are assisting a friend or neighbour with a long-term health problem, double the number who report that they are caring for their spouse. Middle-aged caregivers are most likely to be caring for parents or in-laws. However, 25% are helping someone who is not related to them. Men between the ages of 45 and 64 are just as likely as women to be caregivers, but women put in twice as many hours as men - an average of 30 hours a week. Almost 90% of caregivers say that helping out strengthens their relationship with the people they care for. Despite the positive aspects of caregiving, less than 20% of caregivers feel that someone else could take over their responsibilities if they needed time off. -- Statistics Canada
September 20, 2004
Fresh from their victory at the US Open Tennis Championship in Men's Doubles, Daniel Nestor and Mark Knowles were in Toronto recently for the second annual Daniel Nestor Celebrity Charity Event. The two-day event raised money for Tennis Canada's Go For Gold Fund and North York General Hospital's expanding Orthopaedics and Plastics Clinic (OPC). This year the event raised $60,000, doubling last year's total of $30,000. For more information, visit: www.nygh.on.ca/pr091404.htm.
September 13, 2004
This year's Jerry Lewis Labour Day Telethon raised $59.4 million (US) for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The telethon fell short of last year's $60.5 million. Organizers say this was partly because of power outages and other disruptions from hurricane Frances. During the 21.5-hour fundraiser, Lewis was joined by Ed McMahon, Elton John, Oprah Winfrey, Ray Romano, Tony Orlando and others. All proceeds raised in Canada through the telethon will support Muscular Dystrophy Canada's research, advocacy, and service programs. For more information about the telethon, visit: www.muscle.ca.
September 13, 2004
The HOPE (Volleyball) Foundation is once again accepting funding requests from Toronto-area charities. Each year the organization raises funds and awareness for local groups through the annual HOPE Volleyball Tournament. Proceeds from the event are then distributed to selected organizations. HOPE generally seeks to support smaller charities that have a direct hands-on approach in providing assistance to the specific community of need that they serve. The deadline for submissions is September 30. For more information or to apply, visit: www.hopevolleyball.com/charities2/criteria.html.
September 13, 2004
According to a new study from US-based OMB Watch, employment in the nonprofit sector grew by only 0.5% in the year ending July 2004. This is well below the average rate of 2.4% annual growth over the past 15 years. The average weekly hours worked is also in decline. Between 1990 and 2002 the average was 31.2 hours per week. Since then, the average has dropped by 4% to 29.8 hours per week, and weekly earnings dropped by 5.2%. -- OMB Watch
September 13, 2004
At its annual golf tournament last week, the Fondation du CHUM (Centre hospitalier universitaire de Montréal) raised a record $1 million. "Whatever its future location, CHUM will need the widespread support of Montrealers and people across Quebec if it is to continue developing and maintaining its reputation as one of North America's leading teaching hospitals," said Léon Courville, chair of the foundation. CHUM receives more than a half a million patients every year, for hospitalization, day surgery, outpatient clinics and emergencies. For more information about CHUM, visit: www.med.umontreal.ca.
September 13, 2004
The UK-based Institute of Fundraising (IoF) recently published a new Code of Fundraising Practice for workplace giving. Committed Giving in the Workplace offers information and guidelines about the best practices for all forms of committed giving within the workplace, including payroll deductions, direct debits, and 'round-up' schemes. This new guide is one of 22 codes of practice published by the IoF. For more information or to download a copy of the guide, visit: www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk.
September 13, 2004
Leverus's third annual survey on Internet use among nonprofit organizations found that virtually all established organizations have had a web site for a number of years and 39% review site traffic on a monthly basis. Almost half of survey respondents report that their site receives less than 1,000 visitors per month. Two thirds of organizations allocate a specific budget amount to be spent on their web site annually. For more than half of these organizations this amount is less than 1% of their total budget. While 40% of respondents report being satisfied with their current design, and 10% report being very satisfied, the other 50% or organizations are somewhat unsatisfied or very unsatisfied with their web site. Despite this, 65% consider their web site to be effective or very effective at helping to meet their overall organizational objectives. -- Leverus
September 13, 2004
The Foundation of Good Governance has produced a new set of guidelines to help charities govern their organizations effectively. The document includes a list of tips and advice on the main areas of worry for boards, as well as information on avoiding error. "Advice about governance can be pretty daunting for ordinary board members so we have produced something that highlights the main issues. At the same time, we recognize that people on the front line have the best insights so we are encouraging them to build on our tips," said Christine Morrison of the foundation. To download the guidelines in PDF format, visit: www.governance-works.org.uk/pdfs/tenessential.pdf.
September 13, 2004
The Association for Interactive Marketing recently published a technical white paper on search engine marketing. While it is not directed specifically at nonprofit organizations, this five-page document serves as a good introduction for nonprofit webmasters interested in improving their organization's search engine ranking. Topics covered include reasons why your site might not be found, design problems, and the issue of spam. The paper also offers design tips for improving your site's search engine ranking. To download the paper in PDF format, visit: www.interactivemarketing.org/councils/SEMC/semc-wp.pdf.
September 13, 2004
Between 1971 and 2001, the number of artists in Canada more than tripled, compared with an 81% increase in the overall labour force. Despite the growth in the number of artists, it is not financially lucrative for most of them. In 2001, artists earned only 74% of the labour force average, with average earnings of $23,500. This puts artists in the lowest quarter of average earnings of all occupation groups. However, median earnings are only about $10,000, with female, Aboriginal, and visible minority artists earning the lowest amount on average. Over 40% of artists hold a university degree, yet university-educated artists earn only slightly more than overall labour force workers with only a high school diploma. --Hill Strategies Research
September 7, 2004
The Canadian Centre for Philanthropy (CCP) announced the Knowledge Development Centre's 2005 funding competition. The KDC provides funding to nonprofit and charitable organizations and post-secondary institutions to conduct research on volunteering and volunteerism. In 2005, it will fund research projects that address the following themes: governance and leadership; volunteer recruitment, management, and development; the value of volunteering; and volunteer experiences. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, October 1, 2004. For more information or to apply, visit: www.kdc-cdc.ca.
September 7, 2004
Philanthropist and well-known opera aficionado Alexander (Sandy) Shand has made a $1 million bequest to the Pacific Opera Victoria (POV). It will be the largest donation the company has ever received. The $1 million will be held for the POV in a trust account with the Victoria Foundation and the annual interest will be used for the company's operations. "It's very significant. We have dreamed of this ever since we established the POV Foundation in 1987," said Jane Heffelfinger, chair of the Pacific Opera Victoria Foundation. "He's making our dream come true." For more information about POV, visit: www.pov.bc.ca.
September 7, 2004
A survey of nonprofit officials who manage their charity's marketing deals with corporations found that only 23% of charities charge "servicing fees" to help recover administrative costs and other expenses incurred in joint marketing promotions. The biggest challenge that charity officials said they faced was an uncertainty about what to charge businesses, cited by 72% of respondents. Other challenges were uncertainty about what benefits companies want from nonprofit groups (45%), and a lack of understanding among charity employees about the benefits of participating in marketing deals with companies (44%). In addition, 87% of respondents reported that corporate donors' interest in marketing benefits has increased in the past few years. -- IEG
September 7, 2004
The Muttart Foundation is establishing a special sabbatical program for senior managers of early learning and childcare charities in Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories and Yukon. Named after Bettie Hewes, former member of Edmonton's City Council and Alberta's Legislature, the sabbatical will provide a one-year leave, at full salary and benefits, to allow for research and reflection in the early learning and childcare field. This designated fellowship will be available to senior executives of charitable organizations whose primary purpose is early learning and childcare (ELCC). To be eligible, an applicant must have at least six years' experience in the not-for-profit sector and have been employed in the same full-time position by an ELCC charity for at least two years prior to the application deadline. For more information, contact the Muttart Foundation: www.muttart.org.
September 7, 2004
The Charity Commission for England and Wales published a report that looks at common events that many charities share. Milestones: Managing key events in the life of a charity identifies milestones that charities commonly encounter as they develop. These include:The report offers many recommendations to help charities successfully deal with each milestone. Its key message is that planning should be central to a charity's governance, and trustees should make use of the experience and lessons learned by other charities. For more information or to view the full report, visit: www.charitycommission.gov.uk.
- establishing themselves as a formal legal entity;
- employing staff for the first time;
- planning future activities;
- encountering changes in their funding arrangements;
- making changes in their governance or organizational structure;
- acquiring, repairing or selling property; and
- winding up or changing direction.
September 7, 2004
Habitat for Humanity Canada will receive $450,000 in proceeds from Home Depot's annual charity golf tournament. "This year's Habitat golf tournament was our greatest success to date, thanks to our generous vendors," said Annette Verschuren, president, The Home Depot Canada. "We are so happy that this money will go towards supporting and building homes for low-income families and helping people realize the dream of home ownership - as it goes hand-in-hand with The Home Depot's commitment to building better communities." The company raised approximately $200,000 more than they did at last year's tournament. The funds will be used to provide grants to local Habitat for Humanity affiliates to help them build homes in the coming year. For more information about Habitat for Humanity, visit: www.habitat.ca.
September 7, 2004
Union membership rose from 2.8 million in 1977 to more than 4 million in 2003. However, this 43% growth did not keep pace with increases in employment, resulting in a unionization rate that has slowly declined. While there is an overall decline in unionization, female membership experienced a sharp increase. In 1977, women represented just 12% of total membership. By 2003, their share had quadrupled to 48%. In 1977, approximately 10% of female workers were union members. By 2003, this had tripled to 30%. In contrast, the rate among men fell from 47% to 31%. The rate of unionization in the public sector remained stable at just over 70% during the last three decades, but the rate for the private sector fell from 26% to 18%. --Statistics Canada
September 7, 2004
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Ceres, a US coalition of environmental and investor groups, are seeking submissions to the North American Awards for Sustainability Reporting 2004. These awards, the first-ever in North America, are entering their third year. Last year, two Canadian companies - Suncor Energy Inc. and Dofasco Inc. - were among the five winners. The purpose of the awards program is to acknowledge and publicize best practice in reporting on sustainability, environmental, and social performance by corporations and organizations, and to provide leadership to those that are publishing or intend to publish sustainability reports. The deadline for applications is November 5. For more information or submission guidelines, visit: www.accaglobal.com/sustainability/awards/nasra/.
September 7, 2004
Canadian athletes may receive more funding, depending on the outcome of proposals requested by Paul Martin. Sport Minister Stephen Owen said the Prime Minister has asked him to come forward with proposals to improve the country's medal performance at future Olympic Games. "I expect before too long, certainly by this fall, to come up with some very substantive ideas for how we ensure that we compete in a highly successful way in Olympics and other international high performance activities, as well as encourage healthy participation by the public," Owen said. "[This is] a good opportunity to take stock of how we're doing in terms of our national sports plan." A spokesperson with the Prime Minister's Office said that any decision about further funding would be made based on Owen's proposals.
September 7, 2004
McMillan Binch LLP is donating $300,000 to the law school at the University of Western Ontario. The gift is part of the law firm's Looking Forward, Giving Back program. It is also contributing a gift-in-kind of office furniture and equipment to establish, furnish, and equip the Western Business Law Clinic at the school's Faculty of Law. For more information about the Western Business Law Clinic, visit: www.law.uwo.ca.
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