More than Overhead: Making an Informed Decision on Charitable Giving
Canadians are a generous bunch. Approximately 24 million Canadians collectively donate billions of dollars to charities close to their hearts (in 2010, the amount donated added up to $10.6 billion).
CCVO Op-Ed: Put that rebate to greatest use by helping others
As the end of the month approaches, Calgarians are opening their mailboxes and finding a $400 resource rebate cheque. For some, this money will provide welcome relief after overspending during the holidays; for others it will simply help make ends meet. For many in our booming economy, this is a unique opportunity to donate some or all of the money to the nonprofits and charities that make our city a great place to live.