About PFC We strengthen Canadian philanthropy – in all of its diversity and in its pursuit of a just, equitable, and sustainable world. About Canada's national network for grantmakers We believe in the power of philanthropy to effect change We are an enabler for the common good, working in collaboration with civil society, the private sector, and governments. For more than 20 years, we have been bringing grantmakers together to connect, learn, and advance the best solutions for change on the issues that matter most. OUR APPROACH Strengthening Canadian philanthropy We take a long view and stay engaged to have a meaningful impact. We are pragmatic and responsive in creating space for foundations to act and learn collaboratively. We share in the responsibility to create an inclusive philanthropic community based on trust and respect. Systemic racism and discrimination undermine our efforts. We work to strengthen relations with Indigenous Peoples, and to promote racial justice and equity for all. We are responsible stewards of wealth and other resources to support charitable and not-for-profit partners. Our collective work serves the public good in a non-partisan and transparent manner. We are continually learning how to translate these commitments into our practices –creatively and constructively We are a network that activates the power of people to shape their communities and protect the natural environment. 2021-2024 Strategic Directions PFC’s 2021-24 strategic framework focuses on three key themes: amplifying impact, supporting collaboration, and building capacity for the common good. Enable Catalyze Excel Amplify impact and enhance effectiveness of philanthropic organizations. Operational Priorities Increase social license for and build awareness of private philanthropy in contributing to the public good Strengthen thought leadership activities Facilitate sharing of and build the capacity of members for increased effectiveness in grant-making, programming, investing and administration Deliver fee-based tailored advisory services to foundations and philanthropists Strengthen opportunities for collaboration among foundations and with other sectors to advance the public good. Operational Priorities Improve regulation and policy environment for charities, not for profits and for charitable giving working with Imagine and others Expand attendance at and net contribution from biennial conference Seize and create opportunities for members to collaborate in experimenting, prototyping, pooling program or other resources Build internal capacity to live up to our values and purpose. Operational Priorities Diversify and grow revenues Increase revenue in real terms from 2020 baseline Grow membership Reinvent digital ecosystem Create web infrastructure with capabilities to build communities and to cogenerate content Create digital and data management tools to enable a social enterprise Increase research capacity Strengthen evaluation, benchmarking, survey design capabilities Increase diversity, equity and inclusion Diversify voices involved in PFC governance Deepen internal DEI expertise Develop capacity to measure strategic performance Measure constituent satisfaction over time at periodic intervals Measure public support of private philanthropy over time at periodic intervals OUR WORK Working towards more impactful philanthropy PFC brings grantmakers together to connect, learn, and bring about solutions that advance the common good. Affinity groups Communities of practice for partnerships, collaborations, learning and mentorship to share knowledge on specific issues. Resources Research on Canada’s philanthropic foundations. Publications Primers on pressing issues and comprehensive guides for how grantmakers can work better. Network development Opportunities for peer-learning to support real action and impact through networking events, webinars, conferences, and more. Learn more about us in our membership prospectus here. OUR TEAM The people behind our organization Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc Mangin is President of Philanthropic Foundations Canada (PFC), a national network of family, independent and corporate grantmakers in Canada which includes many of the largest private charitable foundations in the country. Prior to PFC, Jean-Marc Mangin led a renewal process of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, the largest national organization of Canadian researchers and scholars as its Executive Director from 2010-2016. Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc has been President & CEO of Philanthropic Foundations Canada since July 2019. He is energized by foundations working together to strengthen the common good. Prior to PFC, Jean-Marc led a renewal process of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, the largest national organization of Canadian researchers and scholars as its Executive Director. Over a 25 year career, he has served with the UN, NGOs and the Canadian Government in responding to global humanitarian disasters and development challenges. As CUSO Executive Director, he led a merger with VSO-Canada, and he was the first Executive Director of Global Call for Climate Action, a cross-sector civil society initiative supporting transformational change to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Born in Manitoba, raised in Quebec, educated in BC and Ontario, he holds an MA in Political Sciences and Environmental Studies from the University of Toronto. Benoît Charlebois Consultant, Engagement and Communications Benoît Charlebois Consultant, Engagement and Communications Erika Miller Program Coordinator Erika Miller Program Coordinator Erika is a trilingual development professional, dedicated to supporting non-profit organizations to improve their operations, communications, and processes for maximum impact. Her love for travel, adventure, and the outdoors has taken her to many corners of the world and inspired her to be an active agent of change. She is a reliable team player and a leader with great initiative and grit. Erika graduated with a BA in Global Development from Queen’s University where she was involved with the Dunnin-Deshpande Queen’s Innovation Centre and was an avid athlete. Before working at PFC, she was the Director of a small non-profit on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, a place she made her second home for over a decade. Erin Matheson Executive Coordinator Erin Matheson Executive Coordinator Erin has spent her career working in philanthropy and government. Passionate about working with community-based organizations, she managed an Irish cultural non-profit for many years, which allowed her to support the community in which she was raised. More recently, she worked with healthcare and education non-profit groups. As Executive Coordinator, Erin supports the team in achieving the goals identified in its strategic framework by developing and implementing crucial structures for collaboration within the organization. She is a proud mother of three daughters, dedicated friend and family member, and enjoys sharing her love of baking with those around her. Inès Chaâlala Director, Learning and Partnerships Inès Chaâlala Director, Learning and Partnerships Inès is the Director of Learning and Partnerships at Philanthropic Foundations Canada and leads the development and implementation of PFC’s learning agenda and related strategic partnerships. Before working at PFC, Ines held several positions at the United Nations and civil society organizations in Canada and globally. During most of her 15+ years career, Ines has been building bridges and strengthening collaborations and partnerships through capacity-building and knowledge mobilization, designing and facilitating peer-to-peer learning programs and communities of practice, developing tools and resources and engaging with a wide array of actors – nationally and internationally – including with governments, civil society organizations and the private sector. Some of her issues of expertise include environmental policy and governance, innovative financing mechanisms for sustainable development, civic engagement, diversity, equity and inclusion and cross-sectoral collaborations to help solve major societal challenges. From the Blog Oct 14 Amplifying Philanthropic Positive Impact / 5 mins read Read More Liza Goulet Director, Member Relations and Research Liza Goulet Director, Member Relations and Research Liza is Director of Member Relations & Research. In this role she is responsible for member relationship strategies and management, as well sector research on topics of interest to members in philanthropy, foundation management and grant making practice. Her career has spanned the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Early in her career she worked in Africa with the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) as Coordinator of the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives which focused on Rwandan women and children. She was Managing Director of The Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children and then researcher at the Senate of Canada working on the promotion, ratification, and implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Liza has a BA in Communications and a bilingual graduate degree in International Development and Cooperation from the University of Ottawa, and has completed PhD courses at the University of Victoria in BC. Sara Krynitzki Director, Policy and Communications Sara Krynitzki Director, Policy and Communications Sara has spent over 20 years leading non-profit initiatives across Canada. She began her career in fundraising, has worked on Parliament Hill, and for over eight years managed community initiatives and granting for one of Canada’s largest community foundations, allocating millions of dollars annually, and connecting philanthropy to the greatest needs to tackle inequity. As Director of Policy and Communications, Sara guides PFC’s thought-leadership, advocacy agenda, and marketing and public relations activities to foster good public policies and initiatives for the sector and to advance impactful, forward-thinking philanthropy. She has a BA in Political Studies from Trent University and a Master’s in Public Policy and Public Administration from Concordia University. Having lived in several communities across Canada and internationally, Sara is now based in Toronto with her husband and three children. From the Blog Jun 21 Policy Update / 5 mins read Read More Apr 5 Philanthropic Foundations Canada is re-branding / 2 mins read Read More OUR BOARD Board members from across our network Our board is made up of diverse sector leaders elected by our membership from across Canada. Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc has been President & CEO of Philanthropic Foundations Canada since July 2019. He is energized by foundations working together to strengthen the common good. Prior to PFC, Jean-Marc led a renewal process of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, the largest national organization of Canadian researchers and scholars as its Executive Director. Over a 25 year career, he has served with the UN, NGOs and the Canadian Government in responding to global humanitarian disasters and development challenges. As CUSO Executive Director, he led a merger with VSO-Canada, and he was the first Executive Director of Global Call for Climate Action, a cross-sector civil society initiative supporting transformational change to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Born in Manitoba, raised in Quebec, educated in BC and Ontario, he holds an MA in Political Sciences and Environmental Studies from the University of Toronto. Patty Faith Chair Chief Brand and Reputation Officer, Medavie Patty Faith Chair Chief Brand and Reputation Officer, Medavie Seasoned strategic communications and marketing leader with more than 20 years national level experience working with both publicly traded and not-for-profit companies in the automotive, energy, insurance, health care delivery and philanthropic sectors. A graduate of the MBA program at Dalhousie University and currently serving on the Boards of Philanthropic Foundations Canada and the YMCA Halifax/Dartmouth. Amanda Mayer Treasurer Program Director & COO, Lawson Foundation, Toronto Amanda Mayer Treasurer Program Director & COO, Lawson Foundation, Toronto Program Director & COO, Lawson Foundation, Toronto Adwoa K. Buahene Director Strategic consultant, Toronto Adwoa K. Buahene Director Strategic consultant, Toronto Strategic consultant, Toronto Anil Patel Director Senior Advisor, Digital Strategy & Platform Architecture, Community Foundations Canada Anil Patel Director Senior Advisor, Digital Strategy & Platform Architecture, Community Foundations Canada Senior Advisor, Digital Strategy & Platform Architecture, Community Foundations of Canada Cameron Miller Director Senior Director, Citizenship Governance & Operations for Corporate Citizenship, RBC Foundation, Toronto Cameron Miller Director Senior Director, Citizenship Governance & Operations for Corporate Citizenship, RBC Foundation, Toronto Senior Director, Citizenship Governance & Operations for Corporate Citizenship Djaka Blais-Amare Director Executive Director, Hogan's Alley Society & Board Co-Chair, Foundation for Black Communities Djaka Blais-Amare Director Executive Director, Hogan's Alley Society & Board Co-Chair, Foundation for Black Communities Director of Grants and Racial Equity Strategy, Calgary Foundation, Calgary Ina Gutium Director Vice-President, Talent & Corporate Services, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Toronto Ina Gutium Director Vice-President, Talent & Corporate Services, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Toronto Jean-Marc Chouinard Director Former President, Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation, Montréal Jean-Marc Chouinard Director Former President, Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation, Montréal Jean-Marc Chouinard is recognized in Quebec, Canada and elsewhere for his exceptional experience and achievements in partnership development, public policy and strategic social and organizational transformation. With a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, he has been closely involved in the development of the Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation since its inception in 2001. As such, Jean-Marc is one of Canada’s leading experts in strategic philanthropy and social change. Having held positions at the Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation since its creation in 2001, he assumed the role of President of the Foundation from 2016 to 2022. Throughout his tenure, he played a key role in enabling the Foundation to find its place as a social innovator in Quebec, playing an important role in advancing poverty prevention policies and strategies, identifying systemic conditions and establishing social norms and programs conducive to the development of young people’s full potential. Prior to joining the Foundation, Jean-Marc was Senior Vice President and Partner of Groupe DBSF, a strategy, planning and development consulting firm. Between 1993 and 2001, he worked with more than 60 organizations in the community, public, philanthropic and private sectors. Justin Wiebe Director Program Partner, Mastercard Foundation, Toronto Justin Wiebe Director Program Partner, Mastercard Foundation, Toronto Justin is a proud Métis citizen from the prairies who currently splits his time between rural Saskatchewan and Toronto. He is passionate about rethinking philanthropy, youth leadership, and building movements of solidarity across different communities. He currently works at Mastercard Foundation in the EleV program focusing on improving Indigenous youth education and employment outcomes. He formerly worked at the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Justin is also on the board of The Circle on Philanthropy and Philanthropic Foundations of Canada, a WEF Global Shaper, and a co-founder of The Mamawi Project. He holds a Master’s Degree in Planning from the School of Community and Regional Planning (SCARP) at UBC, and a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Saskatchewan. 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Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc Mangin is President of Philanthropic Foundations Canada (PFC), a national network of family, independent and corporate grantmakers in Canada which includes many of the largest private charitable foundations in the country. Prior to PFC, Jean-Marc Mangin led a renewal process of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, the largest national organization of Canadian researchers and scholars as its Executive Director from 2010-2016. Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc has been President & CEO of Philanthropic Foundations Canada since July 2019. He is energized by foundations working together to strengthen the common good. Prior to PFC, Jean-Marc led a renewal process of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, the largest national organization of Canadian researchers and scholars as its Executive Director. Over a 25 year career, he has served with the UN, NGOs and the Canadian Government in responding to global humanitarian disasters and development challenges. As CUSO Executive Director, he led a merger with VSO-Canada, and he was the first Executive Director of Global Call for Climate Action, a cross-sector civil society initiative supporting transformational change to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Born in Manitoba, raised in Quebec, educated in BC and Ontario, he holds an MA in Political Sciences and Environmental Studies from the University of Toronto.
Benoît Charlebois Consultant, Engagement and Communications Benoît Charlebois Consultant, Engagement and Communications
Erika Miller Program Coordinator Erika Miller Program Coordinator Erika is a trilingual development professional, dedicated to supporting non-profit organizations to improve their operations, communications, and processes for maximum impact. Her love for travel, adventure, and the outdoors has taken her to many corners of the world and inspired her to be an active agent of change. She is a reliable team player and a leader with great initiative and grit. Erika graduated with a BA in Global Development from Queen’s University where she was involved with the Dunnin-Deshpande Queen’s Innovation Centre and was an avid athlete. Before working at PFC, she was the Director of a small non-profit on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, a place she made her second home for over a decade.
Erin Matheson Executive Coordinator Erin Matheson Executive Coordinator Erin has spent her career working in philanthropy and government. Passionate about working with community-based organizations, she managed an Irish cultural non-profit for many years, which allowed her to support the community in which she was raised. More recently, she worked with healthcare and education non-profit groups. As Executive Coordinator, Erin supports the team in achieving the goals identified in its strategic framework by developing and implementing crucial structures for collaboration within the organization. She is a proud mother of three daughters, dedicated friend and family member, and enjoys sharing her love of baking with those around her.
Inès Chaâlala Director, Learning and Partnerships Inès Chaâlala Director, Learning and Partnerships Inès is the Director of Learning and Partnerships at Philanthropic Foundations Canada and leads the development and implementation of PFC’s learning agenda and related strategic partnerships. Before working at PFC, Ines held several positions at the United Nations and civil society organizations in Canada and globally. During most of her 15+ years career, Ines has been building bridges and strengthening collaborations and partnerships through capacity-building and knowledge mobilization, designing and facilitating peer-to-peer learning programs and communities of practice, developing tools and resources and engaging with a wide array of actors – nationally and internationally – including with governments, civil society organizations and the private sector. Some of her issues of expertise include environmental policy and governance, innovative financing mechanisms for sustainable development, civic engagement, diversity, equity and inclusion and cross-sectoral collaborations to help solve major societal challenges. From the Blog Oct 14 Amplifying Philanthropic Positive Impact / 5 mins read Read More
Liza Goulet Director, Member Relations and Research Liza Goulet Director, Member Relations and Research Liza is Director of Member Relations & Research. In this role she is responsible for member relationship strategies and management, as well sector research on topics of interest to members in philanthropy, foundation management and grant making practice. Her career has spanned the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Early in her career she worked in Africa with the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) as Coordinator of the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives which focused on Rwandan women and children. She was Managing Director of The Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children and then researcher at the Senate of Canada working on the promotion, ratification, and implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Liza has a BA in Communications and a bilingual graduate degree in International Development and Cooperation from the University of Ottawa, and has completed PhD courses at the University of Victoria in BC.
Sara Krynitzki Director, Policy and Communications Sara Krynitzki Director, Policy and Communications Sara has spent over 20 years leading non-profit initiatives across Canada. She began her career in fundraising, has worked on Parliament Hill, and for over eight years managed community initiatives and granting for one of Canada’s largest community foundations, allocating millions of dollars annually, and connecting philanthropy to the greatest needs to tackle inequity. As Director of Policy and Communications, Sara guides PFC’s thought-leadership, advocacy agenda, and marketing and public relations activities to foster good public policies and initiatives for the sector and to advance impactful, forward-thinking philanthropy. She has a BA in Political Studies from Trent University and a Master’s in Public Policy and Public Administration from Concordia University. Having lived in several communities across Canada and internationally, Sara is now based in Toronto with her husband and three children. From the Blog Jun 21 Policy Update / 5 mins read Read More Apr 5 Philanthropic Foundations Canada is re-branding / 2 mins read Read More
Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc Mangin President & CEO Jean-Marc has been President & CEO of Philanthropic Foundations Canada since July 2019. He is energized by foundations working together to strengthen the common good. Prior to PFC, Jean-Marc led a renewal process of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, the largest national organization of Canadian researchers and scholars as its Executive Director. Over a 25 year career, he has served with the UN, NGOs and the Canadian Government in responding to global humanitarian disasters and development challenges. As CUSO Executive Director, he led a merger with VSO-Canada, and he was the first Executive Director of Global Call for Climate Action, a cross-sector civil society initiative supporting transformational change to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Born in Manitoba, raised in Quebec, educated in BC and Ontario, he holds an MA in Political Sciences and Environmental Studies from the University of Toronto.
Patty Faith Chair Chief Brand and Reputation Officer, Medavie Patty Faith Chair Chief Brand and Reputation Officer, Medavie Seasoned strategic communications and marketing leader with more than 20 years national level experience working with both publicly traded and not-for-profit companies in the automotive, energy, insurance, health care delivery and philanthropic sectors. A graduate of the MBA program at Dalhousie University and currently serving on the Boards of Philanthropic Foundations Canada and the YMCA Halifax/Dartmouth.
Amanda Mayer Treasurer Program Director & COO, Lawson Foundation, Toronto Amanda Mayer Treasurer Program Director & COO, Lawson Foundation, Toronto Program Director & COO, Lawson Foundation, Toronto
Adwoa K. Buahene Director Strategic consultant, Toronto Adwoa K. Buahene Director Strategic consultant, Toronto Strategic consultant, Toronto
Anil Patel Director Senior Advisor, Digital Strategy & Platform Architecture, Community Foundations Canada Anil Patel Director Senior Advisor, Digital Strategy & Platform Architecture, Community Foundations Canada Senior Advisor, Digital Strategy & Platform Architecture, Community Foundations of Canada
Cameron Miller Director Senior Director, Citizenship Governance & Operations for Corporate Citizenship, RBC Foundation, Toronto Cameron Miller Director Senior Director, Citizenship Governance & Operations for Corporate Citizenship, RBC Foundation, Toronto Senior Director, Citizenship Governance & Operations for Corporate Citizenship
Djaka Blais-Amare Director Executive Director, Hogan's Alley Society & Board Co-Chair, Foundation for Black Communities Djaka Blais-Amare Director Executive Director, Hogan's Alley Society & Board Co-Chair, Foundation for Black Communities Director of Grants and Racial Equity Strategy, Calgary Foundation, Calgary
Ina Gutium Director Vice-President, Talent & Corporate Services, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Toronto Ina Gutium Director Vice-President, Talent & Corporate Services, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Toronto
Jean-Marc Chouinard Director Former President, Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation, Montréal Jean-Marc Chouinard Director Former President, Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation, Montréal Jean-Marc Chouinard is recognized in Quebec, Canada and elsewhere for his exceptional experience and achievements in partnership development, public policy and strategic social and organizational transformation. With a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, he has been closely involved in the development of the Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation since its inception in 2001. As such, Jean-Marc is one of Canada’s leading experts in strategic philanthropy and social change. Having held positions at the Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation since its creation in 2001, he assumed the role of President of the Foundation from 2016 to 2022. Throughout his tenure, he played a key role in enabling the Foundation to find its place as a social innovator in Quebec, playing an important role in advancing poverty prevention policies and strategies, identifying systemic conditions and establishing social norms and programs conducive to the development of young people’s full potential. Prior to joining the Foundation, Jean-Marc was Senior Vice President and Partner of Groupe DBSF, a strategy, planning and development consulting firm. Between 1993 and 2001, he worked with more than 60 organizations in the community, public, philanthropic and private sectors.
Justin Wiebe Director Program Partner, Mastercard Foundation, Toronto Justin Wiebe Director Program Partner, Mastercard Foundation, Toronto Justin is a proud Métis citizen from the prairies who currently splits his time between rural Saskatchewan and Toronto. He is passionate about rethinking philanthropy, youth leadership, and building movements of solidarity across different communities. He currently works at Mastercard Foundation in the EleV program focusing on improving Indigenous youth education and employment outcomes. He formerly worked at the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Justin is also on the board of The Circle on Philanthropy and Philanthropic Foundations of Canada, a WEF Global Shaper, and a co-founder of The Mamawi Project. He holds a Master’s Degree in Planning from the School of Community and Regional Planning (SCARP) at UBC, and a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Saskatchewan.
MJ Sinha Director Board Member, Helderleigh Foundation, Toronto MJ Sinha Director Board Member, Helderleigh Foundation, Toronto Board Member
Rachel Renaud Director President, Roasters Foundation, Montréal Rachel Renaud Director President, Roasters Foundation, Montréal President, Roasters Foundation, Montréal
Simon Mallett Vice-Chair Executive Director, Rozsa Foundation, Calgary Simon Mallett Vice-Chair Executive Director, Rozsa Foundation, Calgary Rozsa Foundation