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The Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership program, at Carleton University, is at & @mpnl on Bluesky.

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Research led by Prof. Nathan Grasse is looking for focus-group participants for a study about trust, transparency & accountability among charities. Sessions start June 22 & 23. Participants would receive a $75 or $125 gift card per session.
To learn more: https://t.co/MCH6kvjQOS

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@LisaWolverton, President of @fwd_global, talks about "enoughness" with wealthy families. On our PhilanthroThink Podcast, she also talks about "legacy" and how one idea has shaped much of her work: communities know what communities need.
https://t.co/p6WoXkLVsA

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What is philanthropy’s role in democracy? In Canada, how can philanthropy create or revive civic spaces that foster community connection and trust? Join us for our in-person Celebrating Philanthropy event on June 18 in Ottawa: https://t.co/zlgiSVGONJ

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Contract instructor positions in MPNL have been posted: "PANL 5007W: Policy and Program Evaluation" and "PANL 5772A: Philanthropy for Arts and Culture." Applicants should hold at least a Master's degree.

Apply by June 1, 2026. More information here: https://t.co/Ba2tFZ82WA

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Our hosts talk with @LisaWolverton, President of @fwd_global & Director of the Wolverton Foundation about philanthropy, support for organizations overseas & arts access for youth at the Sarah McLachlan School of Music. Listen on YouTube, Apple or Spotify: https://t.co/ZXyohzxcNM

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Contract instructor positions in MPNL have been posted: "PANL 5007W: Policy and Program Evaluation" and "PANL 5772A: Philanthropy for Arts and Culture." Applicants should hold at least a Master's degree.

Apply by June 1, 2026. More information here: https://t.co/Ba2tFZ82WA

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CICP | PCPOB's first briefing note of 2026, "Financing Public Value: How Funding Design Affects the Impact of Canadian Charities" is now available in French and English. In light of the Spring Economic Update, click here to review this timely document: https://t.co/SZRkhYwELq

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The Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience | Centre canadien pour la résilience numérique is launching a CoLab to help nonprofits with data management and literacy, cybersecurity awareness, and emerging technologies such as AI. Read more: https://t.co/eYN1O84zzW

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How do we build long-term initiatives when things feel uncertain? This episode on PhilanthroThink, Annabelle White offers a thoughtful perspective on working in philanthropy, nonprofits and community building. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube: https://t.co/IXGaULsRdb

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The MPNL program and @TD_Canada invite you to the Annual TD Lecture on Philanthropy on April 16, 3:30-4:45 p.m: "Philanthropy and Nonprofits in the ‘Innovation Economy’" exploring the nonprofit sector in Canada's changing economy.

Register here: https://t.co/a1ZaKA8OCz

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As part of our Making Canada Accessible series, Bill Adair Adair and Gillian Lynne-Davies spoke to PANL about successful collaborations in disability communities, including organizations and policy impacts.
Click here to learn more: https://t.co/dczdfv8jEo

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In Canada, 73% of charities offer free programs or services in a variety of nonprofit sectors. In CICP's survey, "Making Life More Affordable for Canadians," nearly 1,000 registered charities were asked about these programs/services.

Learn more here:
https://t.co/HVpg1ry6qF

[MPNL Carleton @MPNLCarleton]

The MPNL program and @TD_Canada invite you to the Annual TD Lecture on Philanthropy on April 16, 3:30-4:45 p.m: "Philanthropy and Nonprofits in the ‘Innovation Economy’" exploring the nonprofit sector in Canada's changing economy.

Register here: https://t.co/a1ZaKA8OCz

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Women in Philanthropy @Carleton_U and @afptoronto have partnered for an event on April 10th, supported by @TDWealth. Early research results will be shared, before a discussion about donors and fundraising professionals. For details and to register go to: https://t.co/d0Bokt2CgP

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Donor-Advised Funds, the fastest growing charitable assets in Canada, rose to almost $10.5 billion by the end of 2023. We annotated sources about DAFs and related issues in Canada and the US: https://t.co/9QmnCF04sk

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Kim Nguyen & @CICP_PCPOB released an excellent summary about how priorities in our sector have shifted over three years. The analysis draws on three surveys with 1,000 Canadian charities. She found a few emerging trends, including renewed optimism: https://t.co/h6JQ1KdJBT

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New work from Dr. Ashlee Christofferson indicates the nonprofit sector has an important role in the needs of equity seeking groups. The report has recommendations for nonprofits, funders, and policymakers to advance equity and intersectionality. Read here: https://t.co/nMuCtNzbAB

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@CICP_PCPOB released a 2-page blog summarizing shifting priorities in our sector over time. The author, Kim Quy Nguyen, found 3 emerging trends: renewed optimism; focus on services and engagement; and persistent workforce instability. Read the full post:
https://t.co/msxd3OlLQk

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Congratulations to graduate student Mikayla Odut, 2026 recipient of the Simone Joyaux Memorial Award! This award goes to an MPNL student who demonstrates volunteer leadership as a critical thinker, change-maker, and bridge-builder. Read more: https://t.co/jBlvPUSjjN

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@CICP_PCPOB's Community Education Centre, is hosting a workshop for nonprofit and charitable professionals who feel unsure about data or how to use it. Special guest: Robin Sokoloski, Director of Programs and Research from @massculture_! Sign up here: https://t.co/IJbi9Ssb8L