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NewsBytes: September, 2005
Articles are arranged in reverse chronological order.
Nonprofit sector library receives five-year investment from Trillium
September 26, 2005
Charities and nonprofit organizations throughout Ontario will benefit from an investment of more than $800,000 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. The money will be used to increase the collection of library resources and services available through the Imagine Canada - John Hodgson Library. Imagine Canada will work in partnership with 16 community organizations throughout Ontario to launch the Nonprofit Library Network. This interactive web-based initiative will identify what resources these organizations require in order to establish a network of information providers throughout the province. For more information, visit: www.imaginecanada.ca.
Queen's University returns gift after donor pleads guilty to fraud
September 26, 2005
Queen's University is taking steps to return a donation of $1 million after the donor admitted to committing a crime. Just one day after David Radler pleaded guilty to fraud charges in a U.S. District Court, the university announced that it is returning a $1-million pledge he made to the university and removing his name from a wing of its business school. "The quality of Queen's learning and research environment depends heavily on the generosity and support of our alumni and other supporters," the university said in a statement. "We feel in this case, however, that the integrity of this gift to the university has been compromised." It is believed to be the first time a Canadian charity has returned a gift because a donor later committed a crime. Radler faces 29 months in prison and a US$250,000 fine for his role in a $32-million fraud at Hollinger International Inc. For more information, visit: qnc.queensu.ca.
Fast Fact: Just over ten percent of foundation grants support social justice
September 26, 2005
A report on social justice grantmaking in the US finds that social justice funding represents 11% of overall foundation support. In 2002, social justice-related grantmaking by sampled foundations totalled $1.76 billion. The number of organizations receiving social justice grants grew by almost 31% between 1998 and 2002, with 6,625 organizations benefitting from social justice-related support in 2002, an increase of more than 1,550 organizations from 1998. In 2002, economic and community development received the largest share of social justice grant dollars (19%), followed by children and youth (17.7%), health care access and affordability (15.8%), civil rights and civil liberties (15.5%), and women and girls (12%). -- Independent Sector/Foundation Center
TELUS launches community investment initiative in Ottawa
September 26, 2005
Last week, TELUS announced the launch of the TELUS Ottawa Community Board as part of a new philanthropic program that will see $500,000 donated annually to community initiatives in the region. Local charitable organizations can now apply to TELUS for a one-time donation of up to $20,000 per initiative. Funding will be distributed to projects related to youth and/or innovative use of technology in the areas of health and well-being, education and sports, and arts and culture. For more information about guidelines or to access the online application form, visit: about.telus.com.
London institutions receive $5.5 million for medical training and research
September 26, 2005
University of Western Ontario alumni Donald Rix donated $2 million to the university's medical school. The funds will go toward the clinical skills learning building named after him at the UWO Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. In addition, three other London institutions - the London Health Sciences Centre, the Lawson Health Research Institute, and the Robarts Research Institute - will share a $3.5-million gift from the late Michael Halls. This is on top of $1.5 million that Halls donated to the organizations in 2001. The funding will create the Michael Halls Centre for ALS Research and the Arthur J. Hudson Chair in ALS Research.
Eva's Initiatives introduces new awards program for charities
September 26, 2005
Eva's Initiatives is launching its first Innovation Awards to recognize the work being done by organizations across Canada in assisting homeless youth. The Innovation Awards, valued at $3,000 each, will be granted to three organizations that: demonstrate innovation in delivering services to homeless youth; successfully use partnerships to develop, implement or operate services; deliver services that help youth who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless to achieve greater self-sufficiency and reduce their chances of experiencing homelessness in the future; and offer services that integrate two or more of the following - housing, education, vocational training, employment, health and addictions supports, life skills, or other interventions aimed at assisting homeless and at-risk youth to become self-sufficient. The deadline for submissions is October 28th. For more information or an application form, visit: www.evasinitiatives.com/innovation.htm.
Fast Fact: Receiving large files tops list of e-mail pet peeves
September 26, 2005
A survey of advertising and marketing executives reveals that receiving large unsolicited files is one of the most annoying aspects of communicating with business contacts online (29%). Another 29% cited being copied unnecessarily on 'reply all' messages as the most irksome e-mail practice. Other responses to the question, "Which of the following do you find most annoying when communicating via e-mail with business contacts?" include: messages that are too long (16%); typos or grammatical errors (13%); and having to scroll to find information (6%). -- The Creative Group
Katrina donations surpass $1 billion in less than three weeks
September 26, 2005
In the three weeks since Hurricane Katrina hit the US Gulf states, Americans have donated more than $1 billion to charities assisting victims of the disaster. The pace of giving exceeds the rate in the two weeks following the September 11th attacks and in the two and half weeks after the 2004 tsunami. The bulk of donations are going to the American Red Cross, which as of last week had collected approximately $762.5 million, while the Salvation Army had received about $85.7 million. It is estimated that about half of the $1 billion comes from corporations, with the other half coming from individuals.
Survey seeks to identify corporate philanthropy and CSR-related issues
September 26, 2005
MBA students at Queen's School of Business are seeking input about issues associated with corporate philanthropy and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Charitable organizations are encouraged to participate in a survey to provide information about these issues. For example, how much involvement in operations (i.e. seat on the board, distribution of funds, measurement, strategy, etc.) NGOs are willing to accept from corporate donors. There are 20 questions in total and it takes just a few minutes to complete the survey. Learning outcomes will be shared with business leaders and future students, as well as nonprofit organizations. The survey closes October 7th. To participate, visit: www.surveymk.com/s.asp?u=917181315031.
New society to support Inuit organizations in Nunavut
September 19, 2005
A new nonprofit society was launched recently to provide leadership and support to Inuit organizations in Nunavut. The Qaujisaqtiit Society and its members will work on issues such as Inuit culture, heritage protection, language preservation and promotion, elder and youth programs, education and training, environmental conservation, lands and wildlife management, and health and social awareness. "The Qaujisaqtiit Society will play a vital role in opening doors for our members to new community investment in Nunavut," said executive director Udloriak Hanson Comeau. "Our goal is to support Inuit organizations in Nunavut in identifying and securing resources to develop and establish much needed programs and services. This strategic step is also consistent with Inuit organizations' efforts to diversify their revenue streams." For more information, visit: www.qaujisaqtiit.ca.
Safeway distributes $2 million to local charities in Western Canada
September 19, 2005
Safeway stores across Western Canada distributed more than $2 million to local organizations last week, wrapping up the 2005 Safeway We Care fundraising campaign. At the same time, each Safeway store is now seeking a local charity to financially support for the 2005/2006 campaign. Charities that would like to partner with their local Safeway, should contact their store's manager for an application. The deadline for completed applications is October 1, 2005. For more information about the We Care program, visit: http://shop.safeway.com.
Fast Fact: Almost half of all Canadians donated to tsunami disaster relief
September 19, 2005
Findings from the Charitable Giving Market in Canada study reveal that almost half of all Canadian adults donated to the tsunami relief effort. Two out of every five Canadians (41%) donated money in late December 2004 or early 2005 specifically for tsunami relief. More than half donated $50 or more, with 2 in 10 (17%) donating $200 or more. Almost all of those who made a financial donation for tsunami relief say the funds given were above and beyond their usual giving and will not affect how much they give to other charitable causes this year. -- Ipsos-Reid
Government renews commitment to fund stroke research in Canada
September 19, 2005
Last week, the federal government renewed its commitment to fighting stroke by announcing $25.6 million in funding over the next four years for the Canadian Stroke Network (CSN). Research funding will be used to support a number of high-impact projects to decrease the physical, mental, social, and economic burden of stroke, and to help create efficiencies in the health care system. Among these efforts is the Canadian Stroke Strategy, a major national initiative to improve the way stroke is managed. The strategy was developed as a partnership between the Canadian Stroke Network and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. For more information, visit: www.canadianstrokenetwork.ca.
More companies including CSR as part of core mission, study finds
September 19, 2005
According to a new study conducted by the Conference Board in New York, more and more global corporations are integrating corporate citizenship efforts into the core missions of their organizations. The study found that citizenship values are increasingly central to corporations' missions, and companies are using internal audits, benchmarking and continuous-improvement measures to improve their social responsibility efforts. In addition, some have started using external auditors to evaluate and report on their standards.
"Looking to the future, the biggest growth area is likely to be in applying best practices in corporate citizenship reporting across the 'extended enterprise'," said Amy Kao, author of the report and a consultant in global corporate citizenship at The Conference Board. "Increasingly, companies believe that they will be evaluated not just on their own performance but on their ability to ensure that their suppliers also adhere to acceptable standards of corporate citizenship." For more information, visit: www.conference-board.org.
Grants available for BC nonprofits in health and social services
September 19, 2005
Partners in Organizational Development (POD) is now accepting applications from health and social service organizations in British Columbia that would like to work with an experienced consultant to enhance organizational effectiveness. Thanks to the support of the Ministry of Children and Family Development, POD has additional financial resources to distribute this year to social service agencies located outside the Lower Mainland that deliver programs and services related to the broad mandate of the Ministry. The deadline for submissions is October 28, 2005. For more information visit: www.centreforsustainability.ca/programs.
Fast Fact: Employee retention closely tied to benefits package
September 19, 2005
A survey of Canadian attitudes about the workplace finds that salary is not the biggest factor in an employee's decision to stay at one job or move to another. Seventy percent say they could be retained at one organization or lured to another if they had improved benefits such as health and dental coverage. An extra week of vacation came second on the list (66%), followed by peripheral benefits such as sabbaticals, education, health club memberships (57%), profit-sharing and stock options (56%), working from home at least one day a week (42%), different job responsibilities (37%), fewer hours in a work week (37%), and a less formal working environment (25%). -- Ipsos-Reid
Grassroots fundraising efforts generate $150,000 for sick kids
September 19, 2005
Employees from the Enterprise Technology Solutions (ETS) division of TD Bank Financial Group in London and Toronto volunteered their time this summer to organize and participate in charity golf tournaments and fundraising draws to raise $150,000. Last week in London they presented a $50,000 cheque to the Children's Health Foundation, while a donation of $100,000 will go to the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. "We set an ambitious goal to commemorate TD's 150th anniversary with a $150,000 charitable donation," said Alex Dousmanis-Curtis, senior vice president, Ontario Southwest Division, TD Bank Financial Group. "TD is an organization that encourages employees to give back to the communities in which we live and work, and I'm very proud to work alongside many colleagues who give so generously of their time."
Annual awards recognize kindness in the workplace
September 19, 2005
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2005 Heart-on-the-line Awards, which recognize workplace kindness and businesses that support their local community. The kindness awards will be presented on November 13th, World Kindness Day. The deadline for submissions is October 30. For more information or to request a nomination form, e-mail kindnessinc@myway.com. The award organizers are also calling for story submissions from individuals who have experienced kindness at work in difficult or challenging times. Send your stories to the above e-mail address. The deadline is December 31, 2005 and selected stories will be published in 2006.
Support continues to pour in for victims of Hurricane Katrina
September 12, 2005
In just one week, Americans donated more than half a billion dollars to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina, and the amount is increasing daily. This pace of giving is unprecedented in recent American history, with money flowing in even faster than it did after the 9/11 attacks or the 2004 tsunami. Both US citizens and the rest of the world continue to show their support, including Canadian industrialist Frank Stronach, who has pledged $3 million to the rescue effort. Amid all this giving, the Better Business Bureau is cautioning donors to be alert to potential scams and other typical post-disaster situations. A full list of tips for giving to disaster relief appeals is available at: www.give.org/news/disaster_tips.asp.
Golf fundraiser 'delivers a dream' worth $2.5 million
September 12, 2005
A golf tournament and auction created by John Cyopeck, president and CEO of Canpar Transport LP, raised an impressive $2.5 million recently for the Trillium Health Centre in Ontario. The "Delivering a Dream" golf fundraiser sold out quickly and organizers knew they had met their goal even before the first tee-off. A live auction raised another $90,000 with only six items. All together, the event raised $1.26 million, which was matched by prominent developer Harold Shipp, bringing the total amount to $2.52 million for the Trillium Health Centre. The money will be used to build a state-of-the-art MRI suite for Trillium's new MRI. The new MRI waiting room will be named for John Cyopeck in honour of this achievement. For more information, visit: www.thc.on.ca.
Fast Fact: Baby boomers mostly interested in helping the needy
September 12, 2005
An online survey of 2,333 American adults finds that baby boomers - those born in the period from 1946 to 1964 - direct about 75% of their philanthropic dollars to charities in the fields of health, education, social needs, disaster relief, and arts and culture. Seventy-three percent have donated to charities that help the needy, followed by organizations that fight disease (69%), churches and religious projects (60%), and international-relief groups (48%). The other 25% of baby boomers' charitable donations go to advocacy and political groups. In terms of support for advocacy, this age group ranked human rights and environmental protection as their most popular causes. Forty-one percent said they had supported, or intend to support, organizations that fight for these issues, followed by groups that advocate for the needy (39%) and for personal and civil liberties (35%). -- DonorTrends Project
Johns Hopkins Institute seeks fellows for philanthropy program
September 12, 2005
The Johns Hopkins Institute for Policy Studies, Center for Civil Society Studies is inviting applications for its International Fellows in Philanthropy Program for the 2006-2007 academic year. Up to eight program participants will be selected to study or manage private, nonprofit, or philanthropic organizations outside the United States, or serve as government or corporate liaisons to the nonprofit sector. Candidates are expected to have attained a university diploma equivalent to the American Bachelor of Arts or Science degree and to be capable of carrying out independent research and inquiry. A high degree of English fluency is also required. Fellowships are available for either an academic year or one term, and anyone who is not a US citizen is eligible to apply. The application deadline is February 25th, 2006. For more information, visit: www.jhu.edu/philfellow.
BMO and Calgary Foundation launch new giving option for local residents
September 12, 2005
BMO Financial Group and The Calgary Foundation have joined forces to launch 'Supporting Your Community' in Calgary. Through the program, donors in the Calgary area can make a minimum donation of $10,000 to a charitable fund of their choice. The program helps donors formalize their giving and provides them with the charitable and financial advice to help maximize the impact of their donation in the community. The program will also help donors choose which local issues or charitable organizations they want to support and coordinate all grantmaking activities. Supporting Your Community is currently available across the country through 34 participating community foundations. For more information, visit: www.thecalgaryfoundation.org.
Quebec cyclists raise almost $1 million during MS Bike Tour
September 12, 2005
The 16th edition RONA MS Bike Tour, hosted by the Quebec Division of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, brought in $950,000 to benefit the fight against multiple sclerosis. Approximately 1,200 cyclists rode in two tours - the first in the Quebec City region on August 20 and 21, and the second in the Cornwall region on August 27 and 28 - together raising $155,000 more than last year. For more information about the RONA MS Bike Tour, visit: www.mssociety.ca.
Philanthropists and volunteers appointed to the Order of Canada
September 12, 2005
Governor General Adrienne Clarkson recently announced 82 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including a number of philanthropists and volunteers. Well-known philanthropists Ronald Neil Mannix, Abraham Gold, and Richard William Ivey were all appointed. Among those recognized for voluntary service were: Col. (Ret'd) Donald Stewart Ethell; Catriona Le May Doan; Wallace B. Chung; William Lawrence Sauder; Gerald Freed; Rev. Canon Robert Edgar Hulse; and Carol Davey Young, to name a few. The Order of Canada was established in 1967 to recognize outstanding achievement and service. It is Canada's highest honour for lifetime achievement. For more information, visit: www.gg.ca.
Major gifts aim to boost student success at Mississauga campus
September 12, 2005
The University of Toronto at Mississauga (UTM) recently received three major gifts that will support students' academic achievements. A total of $500,000 will be directed to the Academic Skills Centre, UTM's coaching and mentoring program for students and faculty. The gifts include $300,000 from the GE Foundation; a personal gift of $100,000 from Bob Gillespie, former chief executive officer of GE Canada; and another personal gift of $100,000 from Gary Mooney, president of Fidelity National Financial Canada. The Academic Skills Centre helps students develop the skills they need for academic success by connecting them with staff, student facilitators, and faculty who provide guidance on topics ranging from time management and essay writing to memory skills and lab report writing. For more information, visit: www.utm.utoronto.ca.
Fast Fact: More than 37 million Americans live below the poverty line
September 12, 2005
The number of Americans living below the poverty line grew to 37 million last year, or 12.7% of the population. According to figures released by the Census Bureau, this is an increase of 1.1 million since 2003 and marks the fourth year in a row that the poverty rate has increased, even as the economy continues to add jobs. The Census Bureau figures also showed that average household income remained flat and that the number of individuals without health insurance grew by about 800,000 people, to 45.8 million. -- US Census Bureau
Heritage foundation seeks nominations for annual recognition program
September 12, 2005
The Ontario Heritage Foundation is accepting submissions for its annual Heritage Community Recognition Program. Now in its 10th year, the program recognizes individuals and small project groups for exceptional contributions to the promotion, preservation and protection of Ontario's heritage. The foundation is seeking nominations in the categories of lifetime achievement, natural heritage, built heritage, cultural heritage, and heritage garden conservation. The deadline is October 18th. For more information and submission guidelines, visit: www.heritagefdn.on.ca.
Donation will help expand air rescue capacity in western Canada
September 12, 2005
The AltaGas Income Trust (AltaGas) announced a donation of $300,000 to the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society (STARS). The donation will assist STARS in purchasing new helicopters and expanding STARS' capacity and reach in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. "We are exceptionally thankful that AltaGas has chosen to partner with STARS," said Dr. Greg Powell, CEO of STARS. "More than ever, there is a need to provide improved access to emergency medical care, particularly to people in remote areas." With the donation, STARS will add two new helicopters to their fleet based in Calgary and Edmonton, expanding service range and additional capabilities including the ability to transport additional patients and fly in most weather conditions. For more information about STARS, visit: www.stars.ca.
Leisurability Publications amalgamates with ALACD Ontario
September 12, 2005
After more than 30 years of providing research, information, and education to advocate for people with disabilities, Leisurability Publications Inc. will merge with the Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability - Ontario, (ALACD - Ontario) and particularly their Active Living Resource Centre for Ontarians with a Disability (ALRC) project, effective September 15th, 2005. Leisurability Publications is a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to provide a Canadian forum for research, education, and dissemination of information related to leisure, lifestyles, human services, integration, community living, and advocacy as they relate to developing inclusive opportunities. ALACD - Ontario will store the Leisurability archival information and promotional materials and provide a link to the Journal of Leisurability. For more information, visit: www.ala.on.ca.
Canada responds to victims of Hurricane Katrina
September 6, 2005
As Americans deal with the destruction left by Hurricane Katrina, support is beginning to flow in for the victims. Singer Celine Dion is donating US$1 million to the cause. Several of Canada's major banks have also stepped forward with donations, including RBC Financial ($250,000), TD Bank ($250,000), and BMO Financial ($440,000). World Vision Canada is providing emergency support for partner agencies responding to the disaster, as is the Canadian Red Cross. Canadians can donate to the World Vision response by calling 1.800.268.5528 or by visiting www.worldvision.ca. To donate to the Canadian Red Cross relief effort, visit: www.redcross.ca.
Centre for nonprofit excellence not feasible, study finds
September 6, 2005
The Muttart Foundation recently commissioned the Life-Role Development Group to test a model for a "Centre for Non-Profit Excellence" that would provide various types of services to charities and, potentially, other not-for-profit organizations. The report suggested that a centre, as contemplated, was not currently feasible. More than 60 executive directors in Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, and Saskatoon participated in focus groups. Participants expressed the need for help but they were clear that the help needed to be: nonprofit specific; non-competitive and non-duplicative; accessible and responsive; extremely affordable or free; collaborative; locally aware, and credible. Given the cautionary concerns provided by executives, the authors of the report recommended a strategy of gradual growth that establishes credibility, relationships, and a spirit of collaboration, the kernels of which already exist in the Muttart Foundation's "HR Pilot Project". For more information or to download the final report, visit: www.muttart.org.
Fast Fact: Baby boomers give more than older generations
September 6, 2005
An online survey of 2,333 American adults finds that baby boomers now contribute more to charities than does the World War II generation. Those born between 1946 and 1964 who donate gave an average of $1,361 in the previous 12 months to charities, advocacy groups, and political campaigns. Those born before 1946 gave an average of $1,138. In addition, 33% of baby boomers said they plan to give more in five years than they do today, compared with only 12% of the older group. In terms of bequests to charities, 40% of baby boomers said they plan to leave money to charity in their wills, while only 23% of their elders said the same. -- DonorTrends Project
Health Canada commits more than $71 million to address substance abuse
September 6, 2005
Last week, Health Minister Ujjal Dosanjh announced the contribution of more than $71 million over the next three years for national, regional, and community initiatives aimed at addressing substance abuse in Canada. The funding includes $29 million under the Drug Strategy Community Initiatives Fund and $42 million through the Alcohol and Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Program. The contributions are part of Canada's Drug Strategy, which supports initiatives aimed at addressing the harms associated with alcohol and other drugs using a four-pillar approach of prevention, treatment, enforcement, and harm reduction. For more information, visit: www.hc-sc.gc.ca.
CRA conducting consultations on registration of umbrella groups
September 6, 2005
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is currently accepting input on proposed guidelines for the registration of umbrella organizations as charities under the Income Tax Act. The CRA policy draft is meant to clarify its position on the eligibility of umbrella organizations. The agency wants to hear from charities and individuals involved in charitable work, as well as government departments and the general public. The deadline for submissions is October 31, 2005. For more information visit: www.cra-arc.gc.ca.
Researchers seek input on issues related to corporate philanthropy
September 6, 2005
A group of MBA students at Queen's School of Business are working on a research project to identify the issues associated with corporate philanthropy and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). They are asking charitable organizations to participate in a survey to provide information about these issues. For example, how much involvement in operations (i.e. seat on the board, distribution of funds, measurement, strategy, etc.) NGOs are willing to accept from corporate donors. There are 20 questions in total and it takes a few minutes to complete the survey. The learning outcomes of the survey will be shared with business leaders and future students, as well as nonprofit organizations. To participate in the survey, visit: www.surveymk.com/s.asp?u=917181315031.
Jingle King donates $1 million to University of Manitoba
September 6, 2005
Don Wright, Canada's Jingle King, announced a $1-million contribution to the University of Manitoba. The funds will support the university's new Centre for Music, Art and Design (CMAD), as well as scholarships in the Faculty of Music. "I want my gifts to show faith in students at the University of Manitoba and CMAD, and to encourage others with a love of the arts to also show their support," said Wright, who is best known for writing hundreds of jingles for famous brands such as Tide and Bromo Seltzer. The majority of Wright's contribution ($800,000) will go to the CMAD facility at the university's Fort Garry campus. The remaining $200,000 will support scholarships for University of Manitoba music students. For more information, visit: www.umanitoba.ca.
Fast Fact: Higher salary increases on the horizon for Canadian employees
September 6, 2005
The Watson Wyatt 2005 Annual Canadian Salary Survey shows that, for the first time since 2001, both actual and forecast salary increases are higher than the previous year. After three consecutive years of declining salary increases, Canadian employees received an average salary increase of 3.3% in 2005, compared to 3.2% the previous year, and as high as 4.1 per cent in 2001. According to the survey findings, Canadian employers expect to provide salary increases in 2006 of 3.3%, slightly higher than the 3.1% predicted for 2005, but in line with actual increases handed out. Among companies participating in the survey, 85% indicated that merit increases (based on performance) are the leading factor when determining their annual salary increase budget. However, the difference in merit increases between average employees and top performers is not substantial - 2.9% and 5.4%, respectively. -- Watson Wyatt
Montreal gala raises $1 million to support cancer patients
September 6, 2005
A recent gala fundraiser in Montreal raised $1 million for a proposed cancer wellness centre. The event, presented by the Friends of Hope & Cope, is the major annual fundraiser for the organization, a support program based at the Jewish General Hospital (JGH), but run independently and entirely privately funded. The nonprofit, non-sectarian Wellness Centre is scheduled to open next spring as a place of healing, respite, and relaxation for people suffering from cancer. It will offer information and support, programs such as meditation and art therapy, and courses and lectures related to coping with cancer.
Report recommends HR plan for Canada's heritage sector
September 6, 2005
The Cultural Human Resources Council recently published a study that examines the work force of Canada's built heritage sector. Human Resources in Canada's Built Heritage: Mapping the Work Force and Setting Strategic Priorities recognizes that Canada's built heritage sector is distinct and that it needs effective and strategic human resource planning. "The benefits of this report will be significant," says Doug Franklin, Director of Policy and Programs for the Heritage Canada Foundation, and a member of the study's steering committee. "The new study will encourage federal agencies such as Statistics Canada to gather data and identify the issues not only related to the people employed in the built heritage sector, but also the actual projects in which they are employed. Therefore, questions such as scope and scale of built heritage conservation, the financial value and impact of it, and others, are now legitimate in the realm of large government issues." To download the report in PDF format, visit: www.culturalhrc.ca.
Fast Fact: Women over 40 more likely to report high stress in the workplace
September 6, 2005
A report examining trends between employee gender/age and psychological issues finds that working women over 40 years of age are more likely to report high levels of stress than their younger female counterparts and working men in general. The data shows that women of all age groups are 4% more likely to report 'high' stress than men of all age groups. However, women over 40 years of age are 4% more likely to report high stress than younger women. Women over 40 also reported more frequent work relationship conflict than their younger female counterparts, although women under 40 reported depression slightly more often than older women. -- WarrenShepell Research Group
Children's foundation searching for outstanding young volunteers
September 6, 2005
The CIBC World Markets Children's Miracle Foundation is accepting nominations for the second annual Young Miracle Maker Award, which honours exceptional young volunteers. The foundation will select up to 13 young Canadians (18 years of age or younger) to be recognized for their contributions to the health, education, and well-being of children in their communities. Young Miracle Maker Award winners will receive a $500 Canada Savings Bond and a $2,500 donation in their name to a qualifying children's charity of their choice. The deadline for nominations is September 30th. For more information, visit: www.childrensmiracle.com.
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