Oakville Community News

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Foundation celebrates generosity with awards for outstanding volunteers

The spirit of giving was alive in as over 150 fundholders and volunteers gathered to celebrate key figures making a difference in the community.

GoFundMe's 2025 Year in Help Report Reveals A Growing Community of Global Helpers

GoFundMe today released its 2025 Year in Help report, offering a sweeping look at how individuals and nonprofits came together on the platform to support one another through crisis, milestones, and moments of opportunity.

‘It’s hard to take’: Huge haul of donations destined for hurricane-ravaged Jamaica stolen from Mississauga storage unit

Youth-driven charity raises over $1M this year to feed local families

Food insecurity is rising across Halton, but a youth-driven charity is stepping up in a major way. Maxwell Longfield and some of his Burlington Eagles hockey teammates have spent the last two weeks volunteering in food drives organized by the Gift of Giving Back, a youth-driven non-profit.

New Report Reveals Canadians Struggling with Rising Costs

A new national report highlights that managing limited financial resources remains the most common challenge for Canadians—with the cost of living continuing to top household concerns. With need rising in communities nationwide, The Salvation Army is calling on Canadians to give generously this holiday season.

The Salvation Army

Joint statement celebrating International Volunteer Day

On International Volunteer Day, Canada recognizes the incredible volunteers in Canada and around the world whose efforts power not-for-profit organizations, charities and countless community initiatives.

Global Affairs Canada

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