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LifeCycles provides the training, tools and passion to grow a healthy local food system. Through building backyard and community gardens with children, youth and low income families, harvesting food that would otherwise go to waste, and by providing opportunities to cultivate communities,we help educate and inspire action. For more information on our projects visit www.lifecyclesproject.ca

Namo Buddha Foundation (Canada) was established at the request of the Venerable Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche in 2000. Namo Buddha Foundation is a Canadian registered charitable organization founded by Thrangu Rinpoche to provide food, clothing, medical care and education to the poor children of the Himalayan region, and support nunneries, monasteries, schools, free clinics, retreat centres and monastic colleges in Nepal, India and Tibet. Namo Buddha Foundation (Canada) receives funds, issues tax receipts for Canadians, and ensures that those funds benefit the projects and people they are intended for. A complete description of these projects can be found by visiting Thrangu Rinpoche's main website at www.rinpoche.com. Namo Buddha Foundation (Canada) is run by volunteers who receive no financial remuneration.

The National Ballet School Foundation supports The National Ballet School of Canada by sustaining general operations, providing Graduate Awards, and through the Financial Assistance Program for talented students which provides dance training opportunities regardless of financial circumstance. Awards are presented annually and financial support is provided for other purposes as determined by the donor’s wishes.

Our Vision The Canadian Race Relations Foundation aims to help bring about a more harmonious Canada that acknowledges its racist past, recognizes the pervasiveness of racism today, and is committed to creating a future in which all Canadians are treated equitably and fairly.

Calgary Search and Rescue Association (CALSARA) is a registered charitable organization dedicated to providing fully-trained volunteers to assist local agencies such as City of Calgary Police Service, RCMP, MD of Rockyview, Municipal Police Services, in ground search and rescue operations. We were founded in 1993. When called upon by the authorities to help in a search, our members are ready and able to be deployed into the field within hours. Upon setting up a base camp and command post near the point last seen or last known position, searchers are briefed by our experienced search managers about the subject and circumstances, broken into groups of three or more and spread out around the search area. When located, the individual(s) is stabilized, secured and evacuated from the area.

To improve access to good food, CHEP operates a board range of community food programs including children's meals,the good food box, collective kitchens, community gardening, mini-markets and others. Through partnerships and collaboration CHEP influences the development of healthy food policies.

The London-Middlesex Suicide Prevention Council(LMSPC)is a council comprised of volunteers representing organizations that deliver suicide prevention, support and/or treatment programs as well as survivors of suicide. It has been in existence since 1990. The Council aims to achieve its mission by; * Providing public awareness, education and advocacy in regards to suicide risk and prevention. * Providing opportunities for skill development that addresses suicide awareness, intervention, support and treatment. * Supporting the appropriate allocation of resources to support a full range of consumer-centered services to individuals and families. * Addressing stigma and discrimination experienced by individuals who have attempted suicide or the family members of those who have died by suicide. * Promoting and supporting collaboration among service providers. Donations will support local initiatives allowing us to continue to make a difference in our community. Thank you.

The Grand Manan Whale & Seabird Research Station (GMWSRS) is a registered charity incorporated in 1981 by its founder, the late Dr. David Gaskin. We are dedicated to research and education which promote conservation of the marine environment. Our researchers study seabirds and marine mammals in the lower Bay of Fundy; and develop & deliver education and stewardship programs through a natural history museum, invited lectures, publications, specific projects, a website and outdoor exhibits. Follow our work on Facebook or Twitter. You can also help us protect right whales by symbolically adopting a right whale, right whale mother and calf or a right whale family at http://adoptrightwhales.ca

We offer a wide variety of programs, classes and events open to all ages and all levels of affiliation. We strive to be an open and welcoming presence in the Vancouver community.

Since 1980, the Pacific WildLife Foundation has conducted pioneering studies and novel education programs about marine life in the Pacific. We believe that objective science is the best way to find solutions for conservation. The foundation board, fellows and associates are renowned scientists and award winning educators. General donations over the past 3 decades have been vital to our success. If you want to donate to a specific project or if you have a project that you might like us to address, contact us via the web site. Rob Butler President

Founded in 1991 by drama critic, director & designer Herbert Whittaker, the museum seeks to preserve, explore and celebrate Canada's performing arts heritage. Besides collecting and preserving artifacts, the museum hosts a series of educational and engaging events under the banner THEATRE MUSEUM GOES BACKSTAGE. With our growing collection of oral history, LEGEND LIBRARY, the museum has recorded R.H. Thomson in conversations with theatre luminaries like Martha Henry, Douglas Campbell and Mavor Moore. We have also presented temporary exhibits at the Toronto Public Library, Harbourfront , Canstage and the Elgin and Winter Garden Centre. Thanks to all our donors who make these initiatives possible.

Take a Hike is an alternative education program that engages at-risk youth through a unique combination of outdoor experiential learning, academics, counseling, and community involvement. The program supports at-risk youth in making positive change in their lives through outdoor expeditions, working through issues, building confidence & improving academic abilities.