Philanthropic Foundations Canada Strengthening Canadian Philanthropy We are Canada’s national philanthropic network working together towards a more just, equitable and sustainable world. What we do Harnessing the power of philanthropy to effect change PFC helps foundations and other grantmakers collaborate with partners from civil society, business and governments to strengthen the common good. Annual Report 2023 A continuing stream of capacity-building and learning activities among members and other sector practitioners, as well as network-wide collaboration initiatives, partnership projects, research and public policy-advancing work. A community of changemakers PFC is a growing network of foundations and other grantmaking organizations working together towards a more just, equitable and sustainable world. Philanthropy has a vital role to play in identifying and responding to need. In doing so, philanthropy contributes to a stronger and more sustainable civil society, CAPACITY BUILDING We work with members to strengthen their governance, programming, and relationships. COLLABORATION We create inclusive spaces for philanthropic organizations to engage in dialogue, learn and act collaboratively to amplify their collective voices and resources. RESEARCH & PUBLIC POLICY We help to translate evidence-based learning into actionable practice and policy. Latest publications Resources Browse updates on our sector, in-depth analysis, and unique tools to support your mission Building a Social Finance Ecosystem Addressing the Housing Crisis – Housing – Akoma Local Welcoming 2024 2023 Full Financial Statements PFC Annual Report 2023 Navigating the legal landscape: hate speech, freedom of expression, discrimination and harassment in the workplace amid polarization in Canada News & Insights PFC News 2025.02 PFC Newsletter – February 2025 PFC News Feb 10, 2025 PFC News Reflecting on 2024 to prepare for a tumultuous 2025 Jean-Marc Mangin PFC News 9 mins read Jan 10, 2025 PFC News 2025.01 PFC Newsletter – January 2025 PFC News Jan 10, 2025 Policy Advisories 2024 Fall Economic Statement – Key Highlights for Philanthropic Foundations Sara Krynitzki Policy Advisories 4 mins read Dec 18, 2024 Guest Posts Mind Blowing, Powerful, Deficient: Scoping Philanthropic Grantmaking Data in Canada Michele Fugiel Gartner Guest Posts 10 mins read Dec 13, 2024 Guest Posts Why some foundations are not letting ‘risk’ stop them from partnering with non-qualified donees Guest Posts Dec 10, 2024 While the barriers to funding traditionally under-resourced organizations and communities can be systemic, these foundations share how their partnerships transform community organizations that are often […]
Navigating the legal landscape: hate speech, freedom of expression, discrimination and harassment in the workplace amid polarization in Canada
PFC News Reflecting on 2024 to prepare for a tumultuous 2025 Jean-Marc Mangin PFC News 9 mins read Jan 10, 2025
Policy Advisories 2024 Fall Economic Statement – Key Highlights for Philanthropic Foundations Sara Krynitzki Policy Advisories 4 mins read Dec 18, 2024
Guest Posts Mind Blowing, Powerful, Deficient: Scoping Philanthropic Grantmaking Data in Canada Michele Fugiel Gartner Guest Posts 10 mins read Dec 13, 2024
Guest Posts Why some foundations are not letting ‘risk’ stop them from partnering with non-qualified donees Guest Posts Dec 10, 2024 While the barriers to funding traditionally under-resourced organizations and communities can be systemic, these foundations share how their partnerships transform community organizations that are often […]