Programs and Services

Learn more about PFC’s work in the following focus areas:

Education & Learning

PFC provides educational opportunities on grantmaking practice through its national conferences, webinars and workshops.
PFC’s website is a virtual space that facilitates learning and peer exchange through the sharing of knowledge, tools and skills.
PFC informs the general public about important issues in Canadian philanthropy.
The member area on the PFC website offers templates and tools, as well as research on trends and practices.
PFC produces advisory reports to inform members of tax and legal changes affecting registered charities.
Through PFC’s publications, including monthly e-Newsletters, members stay up to date on issues and trends in philanthropy nationally and internationally.
As a part of an international network of grantmaker associations, PFC alerts Canadian foundations to what is happening in global philanthropy.

PFC members belong to a national network of grantmakers, exploring and sharing ideas and strategies.
Members participate in regional and national gatherings, finding opportunities for collaboration.
Through virtual platforms such as webinars, PFC members stay connected to their peers across the country.

PFC conducts member surveys to provide benchmark data and sector specific resources related to topics such as investment and spending policies as well as compensation practices.
PFC, in collaboration with colleague organizations, produces research on the foundation sector in Canada.
PFC offers guidance to members on issues related to foundation management and tax policies.

PFC is a voice for our members on legislative, regulatory and other issues that affect the philanthropic sector.
PFC collaborates with sector organizations on public policy issues such as tax incentives for giving, transparency of reporting and charity regulation.