Vancouver university receives $6 million for film and animation centre
May 31, 2010
Capilano University announced that it received the largest private donation in its 42-year history. The $6 million gift from Nat and Flora Bosa will support the university’s new Centre for Film and Animation, scheduled to open in 2011.
This recent contribution will enable Capilano University to fully equip phase one of the centre and begin phase two, which is the dedicated animation wing. For more information, visit: www.capilanou.ca.
New benchmarking study analyzes nonprofits' online activities
May 31, 2010
M+R Strategic Services and NTEN released the eNonprofit Benchmarks Study for 2010, analyzing online messaging, fundraising, and advocacy data from 31 leading US nonprofit organizations. The report found that small organizations are generally getting a better return on investment with their online outreach than larger organizations. Small organizations had a 6% increase (in dollars) in online donations, had higher click-through and open rates on their emails, and were more successful at growing their email lists. For more information, and to read the full report, visit: www.e-benchmarksstudy.com/2010.html.
Fast Fact: Women with a breast cancer diagnosis also suffer financially
May 31, 2010
According to a new research report , Canadian women diagnosed with breast cancer experience significant financial burdens during treatment. The data shows that 80% of respondents experienced a financial impact. On average, the patient's household experienced a 10% drop in annual income, with 44% of respondents depleting their savings and retirement funds and 27% taking on debt to cover treatment costs. Out of the 81% of respondents who were employed in salaried jobs at the time of diagnosis, 16% had their jobs terminated while undergoing treatment and 17% were unable to return to their previous job with the same title and salary. Another 21% reported returning to work before they were fully able due to financial pressure. -- Canadian Breast Cancer Network (CBCN)
New Brunswick considers mandatory volunteering for high school grads
May 31, 2010
According to an article at cbc.ca, the New Brunswick provincial government is considering implementing mandatory volunteering for high school students looking to graduate. The program would require high school students to complete 100 hours of community service. Not everyone is pleased about the idea, with at least two Fredericton organizations criticizing it. "I would not want volunteers there because they have to be there. There's a certain amount of empathy and concern and understanding and caring that's required to do what our volunteers do," said John Carty, executive director of the Fredericton Meals on Wheels program. For more information, visit: www.cbc.ca.
Royal LePage Foundation raises $300,000 through garage sales
May 31, 2010
On May 15, more than 120 Royal LePage offices hosted garage sales in support of the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation, raising more than $300,000 to end violence against women and children in communities across Canada. In 2009, the National Garage Sale for Shelter raised $120,000. All proceeds from the garage sales go directly to the cause because Royal LePage covers the administration costs. For more information, visit: www.royallepage.ca.
Fast Fact: Internet users increasingly guarding their reputation
May 31, 2010
More than half (57%) of US adult Internet users say they have used an online search engine to look up their name and see what information was available, up from 47% in 2006. Young adults, far from being indifferent about their digital footprints, are the most active online reputation managers in several dimensions. For example, 71% of social networking users ages 18-29 have changed the privacy settings on their profile to limit what they share with others online. -- Pew Internet & American Life Project
Bursary program offers free passes to sponsorship conference
May 31, 2010
Canadian Fundraising and Philanthropy, in partnership with The Sponsorship Report, is offering employees of registered Canadian charities an opportunity to attend Strategic Sponsorship Marketing: The Canadian Summit®, to be held October 19-20 in Toronto. The Pay it Forward Bursary Program will award five complimentary admissions to the conference. Judges will evaluate applications based on their perception of need and likelihood of deriving benefit from attendance.
For more information, and to submit an application, visit: www.sponsorship.ca/payitforward.html.
PCL Construction donates $100,000 to trades scholarships
May 31, 2010
More companies and industry organizations are getting on side with the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Industry Scholarship Program, a provincial initiative that supports youth choosing careers in the skilled trades. PCL Construction Management Inc. announced a $100,000 contribution to the scholarship fund, which awards at least 40, $1,000 scholarships each June to select high school graduates who have completed the SYA program.
For more information, visit: www.gov.sk.ca.
Fast Fact: Canada's teen birth and abortion rates drop
May 31, 2010
A new report indicates that Canada's teen birth and abortion rates decreased by 36.9% between 1996 and 2006. The drop was greatest in Ontario at 51.5% and the Yukon at 51.8%, and lowest in Saskatchewan at 25.5% and Quebec at 10%.
-- Sex Information and Education Council of Canada
Pareto Fundraising releases 2010 benchmarking study
May 25, 2010
Pareto Fundraising released the results of their 2010 benchmarking study looking at trends in the Canadian charitable sector. Specifically, the latest analysis found that:
- Income from individuals fell in 2009, down 10% to $158 million.
- Monthly giving continues to provide a tremendous stream of ongoing income for charities.
- Income from planned gifts increased last year by 8% despite the average value of realized
bequests falling from $35,000 to $32,000.
- The level of income and number of new cash donors from direct mail fell in 2009 by 15% and 22% respectively.
- Online giving continues to grow with an increase in income of 17% from 2008. However, giving online remains a relatively small chunk of the pie, accounting for just 2% of all individual income versus more traditional means like direct mail, which represents closer to 20%.
For more information, visit: www.paretofundraising.com.
Ryerson students benefit from $750,000 donation
May 25, 2010
TD Bank Financial Group (TD) announced a $750,000 gift to Ryerson University to help open the door to university for marginalized high school students and encourage the inclusion of women and visible minorities in the financial sector workplace. The TD gift will help fund the Road to Ryerson and Workplace Diversity programs and other initiatives. Road to Ryerson gives high school students who "just missed" getting into Ryerson a second chance. For more information, visit: www.ryerson.ca.
New CRA guidance for human rights organizations
May 25, 2010
The Canada Revenue Agency released a new guidance policy, Guidance on Upholding Human Rights and Charitable Registration. The document sets out the guidelines that the Charities Directorate will use to determine if a human rights organization can be registered as a charity.
The Charities Directorate will monitor the implementation of the new guidance for a period of one year. Following that period, a review will take place and any necessary changes will be made to improve the clarity of the document.
Feedback on the policy is encouraged.
For more information, visit: www.cra-arc.gc.ca.
Fast Fact: Financial security a barrier for wealthy donors
May 25, 2010
A new US and UK survey of high net worth individuals found that 50% indicated they give to charity because "they can afford to." The three main motivators for giving that came up in the survey were religious beliefs, a desire to further the legacy of parents, and societal duty. A further 53% believe that charities are inefficient in managing funds, with men and the very wealthy being the most skeptical about charities.
-- Barclays Wealth and Ledbury Research
Annual walk raises $130,000 for kidney disease
May 25, 2010
On May 16, more than one thousand people in Quebec walked in support of people living with kidney disease and to increase awareness of the need for organ donation. The walk raised $130,000 for the Kidney Foundation of Canada. The need for organ donation is becoming more and more urgent as the number of patients with kidney disease increases at an alarming rate of about 10% annually. For more information about the Kidney Foundation of Canada, visit: www.kidney.ca.
McMaster Charity Ball accepting proposals from local charities
May 25, 2010
Each year the McMaster Students Union (MSU) hosts a gala event known as the McMaster Charity Ball. This year marks the 12th anniversary of the event they hope to raise more than $25,000. They are currently seeking proposals from charities showing how they could utilize the money raised. Should you wish to submit a proposal for these funds, please outline the following:
- Why your organization is in need of funds.
- The number of people benefiting from the funds.
- How the funds will be used.
Note: The funds donated by the MSU must stay in the Hamilton community
and have a local impact.
- How your organization will help leading up to the event.
- How your organization will be involved the day/night of the event.
Please submit your proposal to events@msu.mcmaster.ca and charityball@msu.mcmaster.ca. The deadline for proposals is June 1st. Fast Fact: Leading cause of death in Canada is cancer
May 25, 2010
According to a recent report, 29% of all deaths in Canada in 2005 were attributed to cancer. The same report indicates that although the majority of terminally ill cancer patients would like to die at home, this was possible for only 55%. Also, the family of a person with cancer assumes most of the costs and other burdens of home care. According to a 2005/06 estimate, a caregiver's financial burden is about $36 a day, or more than $1,000 a month, which does not include lost income. -- Canadian Cancer Society
Pepsi Refresh Project set to give away $1 million in grants
May 25, 2010
Do you have an awesome project idea that needs support?
Starting June 1st, the Pepsi Refresh Project invites Canadians to submit their ideas on how to move the country forward in a positive way. Pepsi will be giving away more than $1 million in grants over the next year to fund these ideas. Here's how it works:
- The first 300 online submissions will be accepted from June 1 - 7, 2010.
- Ten project ideas will be funded every other month in the amounts of $5,000, $10,000, $25,000, and $100,000. The top-voted project ideas become funded.
- Does your project benefit the planet, education, arts and culture, food and shelter, neighbourhoods, or health?
- Project ideas need to be based in Canada and benefit communities in Canada. The project must be implemented within 12 months.
For more information, visit: www.refresheverything.ca.
Read the Foundation Center's 2009 Philanthropy Annual Review
May 25, 2010
The Foundation Center released their Philanthropy Annual Review 2009, a report that features interviews with sector leaders, foundation giving statistics and trends, a roundup of relevant resources, and top news stories.
The report also gives important statistics that provide a picture of the state of US foundation giving. For more information, and to dowload the report, visit: foundationcenter.org. (PDF)
New toolkit for municipalities considering affordable housing options
May 25, 2010
Home Ownership Alternatives Non-Profit Corporation announced that it is building a toolkit to provide municipalities with document templates to support the development of affordable ownership housing. The toolkit will be easily available on the Internet and will include template agreements and policies to assist municipalities to adopt programs in support of affordable housing. The toolkit project will be guided by a committee made up of representatives from the City of Toronto, Deltera Construction, and Home Ownership Alternatives. For more information, visit: hoacorp.zenutech.com. (PDF)
Two more Canadian organizations lose their charitable status
May 17, 2010
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has revoked the charitable registration of The Orion Foundation, a Toronto-area charity, effective May 8, 2010. In a letter to the charity, the CRA stated, "The Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) audit has concluded that from January 1, 2005, to December 31, 2007, The Orion Foundation (the Organization) issued in excess of $91 million in receipts for medicine units received through the Canadian International Aid Program tax shelter arrangement. However, it is our position that receipts were issued for amounts far in excess of the actual value of the property. The Organization devoted only $70,000 to its own charitable purposes."
For more information, visit: www.cra-arc.gc.ca.
The CRA also revoked the charitable registration of Henvey Inlet First Nation Community Support Organization, a Sudbury-area charity. In a letter to the charity, the CRA states, "Our audit has concluded that from April 1, 2003 to March 31, 2008, Henvey Inlet First Nation Community Support Organization (the Organization) issued in excess of $44 million in receipts for cash received through various tax shelter arrangements. The Organization, in turn, transferred 99% of the receipted amount to the tax shelter promoters as fundraising fees and investments in off-shore accounts. Based on the audit results, it is our position that the Organization has operated for the non-charitable purpose of promoting tax shelter arrangements in return for an accommodation fee of 1%." For more information, visit: www.cra-arc.gc.ca.
Jewish arts centre receives $20 million donation
May 17, 2010
The UJA Foundation of Greater Toronto announced a $20 million gift for a newly designed contemporary arts centre. The gift was made by Murray and Marvelle Koffler and family, and benefits the Koffler Centre of the Arts. A contemporary Jewish cultural institution, the centre will have a new, state-of-the-art facility that will include exhibition galleries; dance, music, visual and digital arts studios; performance and presentation spaces; and a bookstore, café, and museum-standard gallery. For more information, visit: www.jewishtoronto.com.
Ontario government proposes new Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
May 17, 2010
The Ontario provincial government has proposed a new Not-for-Profit Corporations Act that would, if passed, provide Ontario's 46,000 not-for-profit corporations with a modern, legal framework to:
- enhance corporate governance and accountability;
- simplify the incorporation process;
- give more rights to members; and
- better protect directors and officers from personal liability.
The proposed changes are based on consultations across the province, including three consultation papers, a web advisory panel, and regional workshops in Ottawa, London, Toronto, and Thunder Bay attended by more than 200 organizations.
For more information, visit: news.ontario.ca.
Fast Fact: Canadian Internet usage increases
May 17, 2010
An increasing number of Canadians are spending time online, with 83% of Canadians using the Internet in 2009, up from 73% in 2007. BC and Alberta have the largest online population, with 85% of residents using the Internet, followed by Ontario at 81%. The number of Internet users in Newfoundland and Labrador increased by 15% in 2009, the largest increase seen across the country. -- Statistics Canada
Newfoundland museum receives $1 million private donation
May 17, 2010
The Rooms Corporation announced a private donation of $1 million from Elinor Gill Ratcliffe, a humanitarian, philanthropist and a member of both The Order of Newfoundland and Labrador and The Order of Canada. In recognition of this donation, a new gallery, to be named The Elinor Gill Ratcliffe Gallery, will be built on the 4th floor of The Rooms and will house the Social History of Newfoundland and Labrador Exhibit.
For more information about The Rooms, visit: www.therooms.ca.
Two Ontario organizations receive global grants
May 17, 2010
EMC Corporation announced two Canadian organizations are among the worldwide recipients of the EMC Heritage Trust Project awards. ARCHEION, Ontario’s archival information network, and the Education Heritage Museum both received grants that will help them boost access to important cultural collections. The Heritage Trust Project awards are given to organizations working on projects designed to protect and improve access to information in communities around the world. For more information about the awards, visit: canada.emc.com.
Nominate an outstanding philanthropist in Ottawa
May 17, 2010
Take some time to appreciate that worthy community contributor you’ve always admired by submitting a nomination for an Ottawa Philanthropy Award by Friday, May 28. Presented by the Ottawa chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the awards will be given out at the 16th annual National Philanthropy Day gala on November 15. Award categories include: Outstanding Corporate Philanthropist; Outstanding Small Business Philanthropist; Outstanding Individual Philanthropist; Outstanding Philanthropic Group; Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser; and Outstanding Individual Youth. For more information, and to submit a nomination, visit: afpottawa.afpnet.org.
Fast Fact: US Internet users going online for government information
May 17, 2010
A new US report found that 82% of Internet users have visited a government website within the last year. More specifically, 48% have looked for information on a particular policy or issue; 46% have checked to see what services a government agency provides; 41% have downloaded government forms; and 19% have applied for a government job.
-- Pew Internet & American Life Project
Canadian companies give $2 million to human rights museum
May 17, 2010
According to a report by cbc.ca, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, under construction in Winnipeg, received a $2 million donation from a group of companies including Power Corporation of Canada, Great West Life, London Life and Canada Life, and Investors Group. The museum's mission is to enhance the public's understanding of human rights, promote respect for others, and encourage reflection and dialogue on various human rights issues. For more information about the museum, visit: www.humanrightsmuseum.ca.
New video shows how Canadian charities must harness the Internet
May 17, 2010
Canada Helps has released a YouTube video that is generating some interesting discussion about the future of communications and fundraising for Canadian organizations. The video, modelled after the popular Did You Know series, provides interesting Canadian statistics relating to Internet usage, social media, online giving, and what all of this means for nonprofits and charities. To view the video, visit: www.youtube.com/user/canadahelps.
Canadian fundraising salaries increase by 11.2% in 2009
May 10, 2010
Salaries for charitable fundraisers in Canada increased in 2009, according to the latest Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Compensation and Benefits Study. The average salary for Canadian fundraisers increased from $71,511 in 2008 to $79,554, an 11.2% increase. This growth stands in strong contrast to the 3.9% drop in salaries that was reported in last year's survey. Fundraisers working for health services enjoyed the highest average salary of $93,386, followed by those individuals employed by community development organizations ($92,529) and public broadcasting organizations ($92,500).
The possession of certification correlated positively with salary. Fundraisers possessing the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential earned, on average, $28,000 more than respondents with no certification. Those individuals possessing the Advanced Certified Fund Raising Executive (ACFRE) credential earned $35,000 more. For more information, visit: www.afpnet.org.
Donner Foundation seeking applicants for 2010 awards program
May 10, 2010
The Donner Awards Program, offering a total of $60,000 in prize money with nine awards granted, is accepting applications for the 2010 Donner Canadian Foundation Awards for Excellence in the Delivery of Social Services. In return for completing an application, all participants receive a confidential report that compares their organization’s performance relative to peers in the sector. This report allows them to identify areas of particular strength in their organization’s management and delivery of services as well as areas where performance can be improved. Nonprofit organizations may apply to the Donner Awards online and applicants who complete their application online by the final deadline of June 15, 2010 will be entered in a $1,000 cash draw.
For more information, visit: secure.lexi.net/donnerawards.
Walk for Kids Help Phone raises $2.5 million
May 10, 2010
On May 2, 15,000 Canadians from more than 50 communities across the country helped to raise $2.5 million for Kids Help Phone. The walk is the national charity's biggest fundraising event of the year, and helps ensure professional counsellors are available day or night to answer the thousands of kids who call in or post every week looking for help. For more information, visit: www.walkforkidshelpphone.ca.
Fast Fact: Millennial donors want relationships, results
May 10, 2010
According to a recent US survey of donors aged 20 to 40, 60.5% wanted access to an organization's board and executive leadership, and 55% are more likely to donate to a specific project. Additionally, 91% said they are somewhat likely to respond to a face-to-face request from an organization, while 72% said they do not need to volunteer before making a donation. Millennial donors were also highly likely to give when asked by a friend or family member, and most indicated that email was their preferred form of communication, with Facebook and print falling far behind. -- Achieve
One in nine Canadians have at least come close to homelessness
May 10, 2010
The Salvation Army released a new report on homelessness last week. Poverty shouldn't be a life sentence highlights results from a 2009 national poll that The Salvation Army conducted with Canadians across the country. One of the key findings indicates that one in nine, or nearly three million Canadians, have either experienced or come close to experiencing homelessness. Also, homelessness is seen as an issue on the rise by most. This matches Salvation Army data which shows a 25% increase in demand for general social services since 2009.
For more information, visit: www.salvationarmy.ca.
AFP accepting nominations for philanthropy awards
May 10, 2010
Nomination forms for the Association of Fundraising Professional (AFP)’s Awards for Philanthropy and other honors are now available.
Nominations are due on July 15, 2010. The only exception is the Campbell & Company Awards for Excellence in Fundraising, nominations for which are due on September 15. A large number of awards are available, including those for outstanding corporation, philanthropist, foundation, and volunteer fundraiser. There are also award categories designed to recognize individual AFP members and chapters. For more information, including a full list of awards and eligibility requirements, visit: www.afpnet.org.
Enbridge gives $2.5 million to Nature Conservancy of Canada
May 10, 2010
Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) announced an investment by Enbridge of $2.5 million in support of NCC's work to preserve and protect important and sensitive natural habitats across Canada.
Enbridge's investment will help conserve and care for more than 7,400 acres (about 3,000 hectares) of wildlife habitat in Canada. The investment is particularly significant at this time because, thanks to matching funds from sources including the Government of Canada's Natural Areas Conservation Program, it will trigger a conservation impact of more than $10 million over the next three years. For more information about the NCC, visit: www.natureconservancy.ca.
Fast Fact: Majority of workers do not receive useful feedback
May 10, 2010
A new survey of US workers found that 75% do not have a strong sense of how their job contributes to their company, and only 18% say they have received useful feedback from their managers. Additionally, the survey found that 54% of workers feel most appreciated by their coworkers, 30% by their supervisors, and only 16% by company executives.
-- Kelton Research
Public schools encouraged to apply for MusiCounts grants
May 10, 2010
MusiCounts will be offering $5,000 and $10,000 grants in support of music programs at public schools in Canada through their BandAid Musical Instrument Grant Program. Band Aid Grants are awarded to public (elementary, secondary, and separate) schools in Canada. The application deadline for the grant program is August 6, 2010. For more information, and to submit an application, visit: www.musicounts.ca.
Radiothon raises $1.6 million for Montreal Children's Hospital
May 10, 2010
The Montreal Children's Hospital Foundation and radio stations Virgin Radio 96, CHOM 97.7, and CJAD 800 announced that the annual Caring for Kids Radiothon raised $1.6 million for The Montreal Children's Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre.
Live from The Children's Hospital, dozens of patients and their families courageously shared their stories and hundreds of volunteers answered phones and helped to ensure the event's success. All funds raised will go towards meeting the most urgent needs of the Hospital, which include medical and surgical equipment and funding for essential programs. For more information, visit: www.fondationduchildren.com.
Imagine Canada releases first Sector Monitor report
May 3, 2010
Imagine Canada released its first Sector Monitor report from a new survey program designed to monitor the state of charities across the country and their ability to deliver on their mission. The goal of the report is to provide the sector with relevant and timely information on the issues facing charities and nonprofits. "I am personally most impressed with the two of the trends that have emerged," shares Marcel Lauzière, Imagine Canada president and CEO. "The first is the determination of organizations to carry out their mission despite economic circumstances and to meet increased demand without cutting service levels. The second is the level of optimism that leaders feel for the future." For more information, and to read the full report, visit: www.imaginecanada.ca.
(PDF)
Donner prize for best book on public policy awarded to Brian Bow
May 3, 2010
The winner of the Donner Prize, an annual award for the best book on Canadian public policy, was awarded to
Brian Bow for The Politics of Linkage: Power, Interdependence and Ideas in Canada-US Relations, published by UBC Press.
Bow is an associate professor of political science at Dalhousie University and co-editor of An Independent Foreign Policy for Canada? Challenges and Choices for the Future. He is also the Fulbright Visiting Research Chair at Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington, DC.
Offering detailed accounts of four major bilateral disputes, Bow's book traces a history of US — Canadian relations and the post-war diplomatic culture. For more information, visit: www.donnerbookprize.com.
Fast Fact: Nonprofits using social media but not measuring its value
May 3, 2010
A small poll of US nonprofits showed that two-thirds of organizations use social media, but only 17% of those that use sites such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn actually measure its value to the organization. One-third of organizations (33%) are not currently using social media, 12% of organizations have no plans to use social media, and 21%, though they do not use social media now, plan to in the near future. The largest group of respondents (39%) said that they do use social media, feeling it is important for reaching the greatest number of donors/potential donors. -- AFP
Canadian music single raises $1 million for Haitian relief
May 3, 2010
According to a report by cbc.ca, a star-studded charity remix of K'naan's single Wavin' Flag, has raised $1 million for Haitian relief. The single was released on March 12 and features a group of 57 Canadian performers. "What happened was, we were watching the [fundraising remake of] We Are the World in the United States the day after the Grammy awards, and the instinct was, 'We want to do something as Canadians,'" Randy Lennox, the president and CEO of Universal Music Canada, told CBC in March.
Funds raised will benefit several organizations, including
Free the Children, War Child Canada, and World Vision.
For more information, visit: www.cbc.ca.
New report finds Ontario's Aboriginal communities are young and growing
May 3, 2010
Aboriginal Communities in Profile: Ontario, a new report released by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, outlines some interesting demographic information about Ontario's Aboriginal communities, including that they are younger and growing at a
much faster rate than the overall population. About half of all First
Nations and Inuit people are under the age of 25.
According to the report, lower educational attainment, employment, and income levels pose major
challenges to the communities' well-being. Aboriginal peoples are,
however, completing college at rates comparable to the general
population.
Also, knowledge and use of Aboriginal languages were found to be at risk.
For more information, and to read the full report, visit: www.trilliumfoundation.org.
Fast Fact: Women making gains in non-traditional jobs
May 3, 2010
According to a new Canadian study, from 1996 to 2006, women went from a minority to a majority in a number of fields, including human resources. The number of women holding non-traditional jobs also increased, with women making up 15% of police and firefighters, up from 10% in 1996.
Female physical science professionals rose to 31% from 24%, and female sales, marketing, and advertising managers rose to 34% from 25%. The data also showed that more women than men in the 25 - 44 age group have post-secondary education. -- Statistics Canada
"Each goal counts" campaign raises $110,000 for children's charities
May 3, 2010
The Montreal Canadiens' successful season has paid off for underprivileged children across the province. The Ford Dealers Association of Quebec announced that the third annual "Each Goal Counts" fundraising campaign raised $110,000 to benefit the Montreal Canadiens Children's Foundation. The campaign pledged $2,000 for each goal scored by the Habs during games played from March 2 to April 10, 2010. Over the past three years, the "Each Goal Counts" initiative has raised a total of $330,000 to benefit children's charities.
For more information, visit: foundation.canadiens.com/en/.
Toronto has smallest percentage of organ donors in Ontario
May 3, 2010
A new report issued by the Toronto Star indicates that Toronto has the lowest rate of organ donations in the provice. Sudbury has the highest, with about 34% of residents registered to be an organ donor. In Hamilton 25% of residents are registered, followed by 20% in London, 15% in Ottawa have registered, and only 4% in Toronto. The highest amount came from a neighbourhood in North Bay, where 43% of residents were registered. The provincial average is 17%. For more information, visit: www.thestar.com.
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