https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/Dernières nouvelles et mises à jour de la communauté.frThu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/three-local-charities-to-share-12000-thanks-to-100-guys-who-care/Not one, not two, but three Oakville charities will be sharing thousands of dollars raised over the last few months thanks to a lot of guys who care - a lot. 100 Guys Who Care Oakville gathered for their Q1 meeting last week at Aegis MMA gym and took a vote as to which organization they will donate their latest pool of raised money to.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/three-local-charities-to-share-12000-thanks-to-100-guys-who-care/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/government-of-canada-improves-access-to-sexual-and-reproductive-health-services/This past weekend, the Honourable Senator Dr. Kristopher Wells, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced an investment of almost $600,000 to support the delivery of inclusive, culturally sensitive SRH services and resources to the communities across the country that need them. The announcement took place at the Positive Light Gala in Edmonton, AB, held in support of building a more inclusive and accepting society for all, including people living with HIV.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/government-of-canada-improves-access-to-sexual-and-reproductive-health-services/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/two-years-after-landmark-report-renewed-action-is-needed-as-homelessness-continues-to-rise/Two years after the release of her landmark report on homeless encampments, the Federal Housing Advocate continues to urge all levels of government to do more to address the human rights crisis of homeless encampments in Canada. The number of people experiencing homelessness in Canada continues to rise. Figures show the number of people living unsheltered has more than doubled in recent years – an increase of 107% between 2020-2022 and 2024. In Ontario alone, a report published in January by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario identified 85,000 people experiencing homelessness in the province in 2025. First Nations, Inuit and Métis people continue to be grossly over-represented in these numbers.Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/two-years-after-landmark-report-renewed-action-is-needed-as-homelessness-continues-to-rise/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/improving-the-health-of-men-and-boys-in-canada/The Government of Canada is engaging provincial and territorial governments, Indigenous partners and key stakeholders to develop a Men and Boys' Health Strategy. The goal is to create supportive and safe environments, challenge harmful stereotypes, reduce stigma and encourage men of all ages to seek help when they need it. Improving the health of men and boys is a shared effort. The factors that lead to poorer health outcomes for men and boys are complex and interrelated, and don't begin in adulthood. Complete the questionnaire by June 1, 2026.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/improving-the-health-of-men-and-boys-in-canada/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/shifting-threshold-of-serious-non-compliance-in-canadian-charity-law/In Canadian tax law, being a “registered charity” is a mark of public trust and regulatory approval, granting the ability to issue official donation receipts. As the regulatory landscape evolves in 2026, there is growing concern that “serious non-compliance” is shifting from intentional wrongdoing to a focus on administrative accuracy. This trend prompts the question: must charities now not only pursue their social mission but also maintain impeccable internal controls and reporting?Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/shifting-threshold-of-serious-non-compliance-in-canadian-charity-law/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/red-cap-program-teaches-children-skills-to-prevent-bullying/Across the country, The Salvation Army runs Red Cap, a program for children between the ages of eight and 12 that provides participants with tools to understand and manage their emotions, helping prevent bullying.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/red-cap-program-teaches-children-skills-to-prevent-bullying/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canada-post-community-foundation/The 2026 application form will be available from Monday, February 9 to Friday, February 27, 2026, at 2 pm ET. The Canada Post Community Foundation is a registered charity distributing grants to Canadian schools, charities and community organizations that provide programming to children and youth (up to age 21). Every dollar raised goes directly to recipients – Canada Post covers all administrative costs.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canada-post-community-foundation/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/breakthrough-t1d-canada-mental-health-and-t1d-community-grants-2026/The Breakthrough T1D Canada 2026 Mental Health and T1D Community Grants Program is an incubator initiative that provides seed funding to organizations ready to transform innovative ideas into successful projects designed to support the mental health and wellness of people living with T1D and their informal caregivers (including parents or guardians, grandparents, partners, and other support networks).    The maximum amount per grant is $35,000. Grants will be a maximum of 18 months in length, with all project activities expected to be completed in that window.Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/breakthrough-t1d-canada-mental-health-and-t1d-community-grants-2026/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/400k-available-in-scholarships-and-educational-awards-for-local-students/The Community Education Awards Hub has reopened for 2026 with more Oakville-based scholarships, bursaries and education awards worth a total of $400,000 for graduating students heading off to post-secondary education. Students can register for The Awards Hub and take the eligibility quiz to narrow down available scholarships, bursaries and awards they qualify for. Award requirements and deadlines vary by organization and award. All applications are completed in the system.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/400k-available-in-scholarships-and-educational-awards-for-local-students/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/highway-of-heroes-procession-honours-hamilton-ontario-soldier-killed-in-latvia/Hamilton’s Sebastian Halmagean made his final journey Tuesday as armed forces members, police and those from the community honoured the life of a soldier killed while serving his country in Latvia.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/highway-of-heroes-procession-honours-hamilton-ontario-soldier-killed-in-latvia/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/paralympic-foundation-of-canadas-paratough-cup-surpasses-3-million-raised-following-recent-calgary-stop/Over $114,000 was raised last Thursday at the ParaTough Cup, the signature fundraising event of the Paralympic Foundation of Canada, which supports Para athletes at every stage – from community programs to the podium.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/paralympic-foundation-of-canadas-paratough-cup-surpasses-3-million-raised-following-recent-calgary-stop/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/secretary-of-state-long-announces-renewed-funding-for-tax-clinics-for-the-55th-anniversary-of-the-cvitp/Today, the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State for the Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions, announced the renewal of the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) Grant for the next three years. This grant provides eligible community organizations with financial support to help offset the costs of hosting free tax clinics, making it easier for them to continue their important work.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/secretary-of-state-long-announces-renewed-funding-for-tax-clinics-for-the-55th-anniversary-of-the-cvitp/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/community-tennis-grants-introduces-two-year-funding/After a year of record growth, the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants, presented by National Bank, returns in 2026 with a new two-year grant available for past recipients, as Tennis Canada and National Bank’s investment grows to $125,000.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/community-tennis-grants-introduces-two-year-funding/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/cicp-2026-surveying-begins-february-4/Surveying for the 2026 Charity Insights Canada Project (CICP) officially begins on February 4, 2026, marking the start of another year of real-time insight into the experiences of Canada’s charitable and non-profit sector.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/cicp-2026-surveying-begins-february-4/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/student-led-non-profit-initiative-hosts-free-thrift-event-for-those-in-need/Students from an Edmonton high school kept a non-profit charity initiative alive with a two-day event that provided free clothing and hygiene products to anyone who needs them. Christina Daniel founded Ross Sheppard High School’s Givology in 2024 as a Grade 11 student after learning one of her peers had been facing homelessness.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/student-led-non-profit-initiative-hosts-free-thrift-event-for-those-in-need/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/four-charities-stories-to-watch-in-2026-including-two-happening-now/Goodbye, 2025: when it came to big announcements, 2025 was a relatively underwhelming year for Canada’s charities and non-profits. But what will 2026 hold for the sector? Below, we highlight four developments to keep an eye on in 2026. Already, two of these: the CRA’s move to “axe the fax” and the Lobbying Commissioner’s move to lower the registration threshold for organizations, are well underway.Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/four-charities-stories-to-watch-in-2026-including-two-happening-now/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/2026-the-four-digital-strategy-imperatives-for-canadian-nonprofits/For Canadian nonprofits, 2026 won’t be defined by a single trend, technology, or threat. It will be defined by how well organizations adapt to an environment where demand continues to rise faster than capacity, fundraising models are shifting, digital transformation is uneven, and donors are more diverse in identity and expectation than ever before. In our work at Salytics, we see these pressures playing out in every engagement, from small social service agencies to large federated institutions and they are reshaping how leaders set strategy.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/2026-the-four-digital-strategy-imperatives-for-canadian-nonprofits/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/highway-halt-hometown-heart-in-oakville/When a highway accident forced traffic to a standstill near Oakville, the local community quickly transformed inconvenience into compassion, opening its community centre to stranded travellers and providing overnight shelter, food, and supplies.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/highway-halt-hometown-heart-in-oakville/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/strike-out-cancer-goes-national-as-mortgage-industry-aims-to-raise-1m-in-2026/The mortgage industry is once again lacing up its bowling shoes and taking another spin in a collective effort to “Strike Out Cancer” in late February.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/strike-out-cancer-goes-national-as-mortgage-industry-aims-to-raise-1m-in-2026/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/a-newcomers-story-of-strength-and-courage-watch/Isaac, a caregiver student originally from Kenya, shares his journey of coming to Canada in search of a better future for his family. Arriving in Canada with only one small bag and little support, Isaac faced intense isolation, cold weather, financial hardship, and emotional distress.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/a-newcomers-story-of-strength-and-courage-watch/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/childrens-miracle-network-1b-health-for-all-kids-pledge/Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN), the charity that focuses solely on raising funds to support the health of all kids, launched The Health For All Kids Impact Pledge today to demonstrate its participation in providing the necessary resources to support the country’s pediatric healthcare demands amid unstable funding sources. The $1 billion, two-year fundraising initiative greatly accelerates the heritage of CMN’s contributions-to-date, as the organization has raised nearly $10 billion for its network of 170 children’s hospitals across the United States and Canada since its inception in 1983.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/childrens-miracle-network-1b-health-for-all-kids-pledge/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canadian-charity-opens-relief-hub-for-children-in-gaza/As advocates warn the world is turning away from the suffering in Gaza, a Canadian charity is opening a relief hub to give traumatized children in the enclave access to basic mental health supports and education. “The need is so urgent,” said Usama Khan, an adviser to the head of Human Concern International, a Muslim charity based in Ottawa.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canadian-charity-opens-relief-hub-for-children-in-gaza/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/january-2026-grants-for-black-led-nonprofits-and-charities/Welcome to a new year with a new set of Grants Black-led/ B3 Non profits and Charities. Whether you’re launching a new initiative, scaling your impact, or need support for infrastructure and capacity-building, here some current grants to help fund your Black non profit in Canada to check out this month:Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/january-2026-grants-for-black-led-nonprofits-and-charities/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/cnib-partners-with-the-ten-spot-to-launch-braille-nails-in-support-of-braille-literacy/January is Braille Literacy Month in Canada, a time to recognize braille as a cornerstone of literacy, learning, and independence for people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision. That’s where your hands can help. Funds raised through Braille Nails will help support CNIB’s braille literacy programs, ensuring they have access to instruction, materials, and tools that allow them to learn to read and write independently. Just as we would never question the importance of print literacy for sighted children, children who are blind deserve the same foundation for success.Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/cnib-partners-with-the-ten-spot-to-launch-braille-nails-in-support-of-braille-literacy/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/young-donor-teams-up-with-the-salvation-army-to-keep-children-warm/What started with a single $5 donation has now become an annual tradition for Owen Hewett, a 12-year-old from Napanee, Ont., who is passionate about ensuring less fortunate children have appropriate winter wear each Christmas.Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/young-donor-teams-up-with-the-salvation-army-to-keep-children-warm/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/ontario-public-service-employees-raised-175m/Celebrating an Incredible Year of Giving – Thank You for Making 2025 Unforgettable! As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on an extraordinary year for Federated Health Charities – and it’s all thanks to YOU, our incredible community of Ontario government employees, volunteers, and donors.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/ontario-public-service-employees-raised-175m/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/thousands-expected-as-courage-polar-bear-dip-returns-for-41st-year-to-support-clean-water-access/On New Year's Day, hundreds of courageous participants will once again take the plunge into the icy waters of Lake Ontario at Coronation Park in Oakville for the 41st annual Courage Polar Bear Dip in support of World Vision Canada. Dressed in everything from elaborate costumes to spirited swimwear, participants embrace the exhilarating challenge not only for the thrill, but for a cause that saves and transforms lives. With thousands of spectators expected on the shoreline, this beloved tradition continues to bring the community together in a bold effort to tackle the global water crisis.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/thousands-expected-as-courage-polar-bear-dip-returns-for-41st-year-to-support-clean-water-access/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/tax-deductible-year-end-gifts-make-twice-the-impact-for-people-in-need/Many individuals seeking support have turned to The Salvation Army for food, clothing and practical assistance, with more than three million visits reported last year in Canada and Bermuda. Donors continue to play a crucial role in helping The Salvation Army provide essential services in 400 communities across Canada.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/tax-deductible-year-end-gifts-make-twice-the-impact-for-people-in-need/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canadians-giving-less-to-charity-now-than-before-study-finds/Charitable giving in Canada is on the decline, according to the Fraser Institute’s latest generosity index, which analyzed tax returns to track private donations across the country. The study shows that fewer Canadians are donating, and the value of donations has also fallen.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canadians-giving-less-to-charity-now-than-before-study-finds/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canada-advances-first-nations-led-new-path-forward-on-long-term-reform-of-the-first-nations-child-and-family-services-program/The Government of Canada is committed to advancing long-term reform alongside First Nations across the country—so child and family services put children, families, and communities at the centre of care. Today, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, announced that the Government of Canada will be submitting a detailed plan to the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) to reform the First Nations Child and Family Services (FNCFS) program — one that respects regional approaches while operating within a coherent national framework.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canada-advances-first-nations-led-new-path-forward-on-long-term-reform-of-the-first-nations-child-and-family-services-program/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/giant-gingerbread-house-raises-80000-for-muscular-dystrophy-canada/A massive gingerbread mansion and a heartwarming cause brought the Oakville community together last weekend Gingerbread artist Paul Douglas, left, with his son, Granett Douglas, who organized the fundraising party to support Muscular Dystrophy Canada.Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/giant-gingerbread-house-raises-80000-for-muscular-dystrophy-canada/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/striking-workers-at-oakville-care-facility-want-residents-home-for-the-holidays/Vanessa Edwards works at Central West Specialized Developmental Services (CWSDS), a provincially funded supportive living community for adults with developmental disabilities.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/striking-workers-at-oakville-care-facility-want-residents-home-for-the-holidays/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/protecting-fresh-water-canada-water-agency-invests-over-45-million-in-39-new-projects/Today, the Honorable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, announced over $4.5 million in funding for 39 new freshwater projects.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/protecting-fresh-water-canada-water-agency-invests-over-45-million-in-39-new-projects/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/charitable-giving-on-the-decline-in-canada/There would have been 1.5 million more Canadians who donated to charity in 2023—and $755.5 million more in donations—had Canadians given to the same extent they did 10 years priorTue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/charitable-giving-on-the-decline-in-canada/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/salvation-army-christmas-campaign-down-nearly-50-per-cent-as-kettles-go-unstaffed/Nine days before Christmas, the Salvation Army is launching a desperate appeal for volunteers. The agency reports its seasonal goal is off by nearly 50 per cent, simply because of a lack of people to staff its Christmas kettles.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/salvation-army-christmas-campaign-down-nearly-50-per-cent-as-kettles-go-unstaffed/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/how-culture-shapes-volunteerism-in-canada/A recent Statistics Canada report shows differences in volunteerism rates by race and immigration status. About 70 per cent of racialized Canadians volunteered in 2023, compared with 74 per cent of white Canadians. Both groups were significantly more likely to volunteer informally, by directly helping people, than to volunteer formally with an organization.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/how-culture-shapes-volunteerism-in-canada/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/front-line-outreach-hosts-festive-kids-party-for-nearly-160-children/Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/front-line-outreach-hosts-festive-kids-party-for-nearly-160-children/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canadian-donations-to-charity-take-a-hit-drop-to-all-time-low-study-shows/A new study from the Fraser Institute on Canadian generosity has found that the number of Canadians donating to charity dropped to the lowest point in two decades in 2023. The Canadian public policy think tank study showed that around one-in-six Canadians — or just under 17 per cent — are making charitable donations on their tax returns.Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/canadian-donations-to-charity-take-a-hit-drop-to-all-time-low-study-shows/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/some-provinces-are-selling-us-booze-again-with-a-holiday-twist-is-yours-one-of-them/How are Canadians feeling about buying American these days? Well, when it comes to U.S. alcohol, many are again raising a glass. But that doesn't mean their elbows are down.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/some-provinces-are-selling-us-booze-again-with-a-holiday-twist-is-yours-one-of-them/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/record-breaking-1400-donated-turkeys-to-help-local-families-this-christmas/In partnership with Food for Life, six Fortinos Burlington and Oakville stores, rallied their customers to purchase and donate a turkey, coming together in response to the rising need for food support in our communities.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/record-breaking-1400-donated-turkeys-to-help-local-families-this-christmas/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/gofundme-names-oakville-as-one-of-canadas-top-giving-cities-for-2025/Oakville has been named one of the most generous places in Canada for 2025, ranking 15th place, according to new figures released by online fundraising platform GoFundMe.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/gofundme-names-oakville-as-one-of-canadas-top-giving-cities-for-2025/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/local-high-school-students-open-santas-workshop-thanks-to-inspired-toy-builders/The Toyshop project sees local students become elves, working hard to build wooden toys for kids in need once again A long-running local initiative has turned the volunteer time of dedicated students into Christmas cheers for kids across Halton.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/local-high-school-students-open-santas-workshop-thanks-to-inspired-toy-builders/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/ontario-liberals-push-province-to-sell-off-stored-us-booze-for-charity/Ontario's Liberals are pushing Doug Ford's government to sell the province's stockpile of U.S. booze that is sitting in storage.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/ontario-liberals-push-province-to-sell-off-stored-us-booze-for-charity/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/charity-food-drives-are-they-the-answer-heres-what-calgarians-say/Is it time for Canada to consider something like government food stamps to address hunger? Atul Bir says 10 years ago, he would have said no. We’re looking out for each other. But today? Demand for food banks has soared, and that’s changing his mind.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/charity-food-drives-are-they-the-answer-heres-what-calgarians-say/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/the-steelworkers-humanity-fund-distributes-300000-to-131-food-banks-across-canada/The Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) is significantly ramping up its annual donations to food banks across the country this year. Faced by an uncertain economic environment marked by loss of employment, inflation and growing inequality, Canadians of all walks of life, including children, increasingly must use food banks to make ends meet. In this context, the SHF is contributing $300,000 to 131 food banks and community organizations across Canada in 2025.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/the-steelworkers-humanity-fund-distributes-300000-to-131-food-banks-across-canada/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/budds-collision-pig-roast/Oakville, Ontario -- Budds’ Collision Annual Pig Roast is a seasonal community event hosted by Budds’ Collision, inviting guests to enjoy food and entertainment for a good cause. The event takes place on December 19, 2025, running from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at 2071 South Service Road in Oakville.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/budds-collision-pig-roast/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/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.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/foundation-celebrates-generosity-with-awards-for-outstanding-volunteers/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/gofundmes-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.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/gofundmes-2025-year-in-help-report-reveals-a-growing-community-of-global-helpers/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/its-hard-to-take-huge-haul-of-donations-destined-for-hurricane-ravaged-jamaica-stolen-from-mississauga-storage-unit/Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/its-hard-to-take-huge-haul-of-donations-destined-for-hurricane-ravaged-jamaica-stolen-from-mississauga-storage-unit/https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/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.Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://volunteeroakville.ca/fr/nouvelles-communautaires/youth-driven-charity-raises-over-1m-this-year-to-feed-local-families/