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Making A Difference The first six years are the most important years in your child's life. In the early years, the brain forms connections that set the stage for lifelong learning, behaviour and health. By age six, children have a solid foundation for reaching their full potential in the years ahead. Parents and caregivers have the greatest impact on how a child grows and develops in the the early years. You can make the difference!

The FCJ Christian Life Centre is a retreat and conference centre owned & operated by the Sisters, Faithful Companions of Jesus since 1980. Originally a boarding school for educating girls when the Sisters first came to Calgary in 1885, this historic facility still retains its educational roots by offering spiritual & ministry programs for adults. The FCJ Centre, located on the banks of the Elbow River, provides both conference space for non-profit organizations and an ‘Oasis’ for those in need of retreats or quiet time. The FCJ Centre welcomes members of all faith traditions as well as those who seek greater meaning in their lives.

Vision Statement: "We envision an Ontario where women work together for safe, healthy families, communities and pursue an enriched and balanced lifestyle."

CORE VALUES As the voice of anglers and hunters, the OFAH will professionally represent Ontario’s anglers and hunters, their hunting and fishing rights and traditions, and their passion for hunting and fishing, and for fish and wildlife conservation. The OFAH supports, and will seek to enhance, Ontario’s rich traditions of hunting and fishing, and the quality of life they represent. The OFAH will promote, encourage, and seek to ensure the conservation of Ontario’s fish and wildlife, their habitats, and the ecosystems that support them, to ensure continuing benefits to anglers and hunters, and by extension, to all of the people in Ontario. The OFAH will encourage, conduct and lead proactive fish and wildlife management, individually and in cooperation with others, to ensure the conservation of resources, the protection and enhancement of our hunting and fishing heritage, and the provision of benefits to meet the needs of Ontarians.

The Federation of BC Naturalists (BC Nature) is a federation of local natural history groups, formed in 1969 and now represents 50 local nature clubs with 4700 members throughout BC. As a grassroots, largely volunteer organization, BC Nature works to protect and educate naturalists, the public and decision makers about the natural history of British Columbia, including its biodiversity, species at risk, and parks and other natural areas. Our members participate in many groups that help shape public policy on our environment. Our member clubs are at the forefront of many conservation and stewardship projects, and most clubs organize nature outings and speakers in their local communities. BC Nature is the lead organization for these projects in BC: Wildlife Tree Stewardship, Important Bird Area Caretakers, Wildlife Viewing, Living by Water and Provincial Park Interpretation. More information at www.bcnature.ca

The FMCBC is a federation of mountain and outdoor recreation clubs representing most regions of British Columbia. Its membership of approximately 4500 includes hikers, climbers, mountaineers, backcountry skiers and snowshoers. As a registered BC Society and federal charity the FMCBC is funded by membership dues and donations. It also receives grants from public agencies and private organizations for specific projects. The FMCBC offers third-party liability insurance to member clubs.

The Canadian Paediatric Foundation (CPF) was established in 1985 as a charitable organization to help the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) fulfill its mission. Funds raised helped the CPS develop health information for Canadian families, provide education for those caring for children and youth and support advocacy on child health issues. Much has changed since the CPF was founded in 1985. What is unchanged however is our commitment to the health and well-being of children and youth in Canada and abroad. In 2005, the foundation celebrated its 20th anniversary. Part of that celebration included a new name and identity: Healthy Generations: Building a Future for Children and Youth.

The Eastern Townships is unique in its history and heritage. The people of the area are noted for their sense of community and commitment to institutions and organizations. It is the aim of the Foundation to support this commitment by directing funds raised towards gras-roots, volunteer-based organizations and projects in the fields of health and social services, arts and heritage, youth, education and research.

Inaugurated in 1984, the creation of this hospital is the work of the Father Armand Gagné, trinitaire, whereas he was missionary in Guatemala of 1975 to 1983. At the time of the departure of the Father Armand for another mission, his friends, parents and old parish of Quebec (Canada), which organized already various activities and liftings of funds to help the Father Armand in the realization of his projects, decide to officialize their regrouping. Thus in March 86 was born it: “Fondation les Amis du Père Armand Gagné inc.” recorded as organization of charity. Today still, thanks to tens of voluntary, the Foundation supports all the projects initiated by the Father Armand in Guatemala. 100% of the gifts of the public are versed with our projects.

Foothills Academy was established in 1979 with a dual purpose: 1. To offer a fulltime educational and treatment program for students with severe learning disabilities, and 2. To provide to the greater community, a Community Services component consisting of assistance to professionals and parents as well as research, tutoring, child and youth programs, inservice, lectures and the publishing of materials relevant to the learning disabled child. Foothills Academy School accepts students between the ages of six and eighteen who have experienced ongoing difficulty with the regular or special education programs offered to them in other settings and who have been identified as severely learning disabled. These children typically have average or above average intelligence, display few signs of emotional/behavioral dysfunction and are significantly behind their peers in academic pursuits.

Cardus is a think tank focusing on critical, long-term social needs. We are part of the North American "ideas business": making and marketing ideas, shaping public policy much like teachers shape their students. Cardus' research reflects on, and works to integrate into many spheres, the broad wisdom of the biblical narrative of brokenness and restoration--emphasizing respect for human diversity, the sacredness of life, the purpose of history, and the responsible use of resources. Non-partisan and widely connected, Cardus is uniquely suited to lead communities through meaningful conversations on the ideas that define us. By forming valuable and practical policy packages, and communicating them ingenuously and persistently, Cardus is changing the landscape of public discussion.

The Friends of Point Pelee are a co-operating association with Point Pelee National Park in Leamington Ontario Canada. We were formed to provide services, resources and support for research, education and ecological integrity preservation in and around the park. We operate a number of visitor services inside the park, such as the Nature Nook (the store in the Visitor Centre), the canoe & bicycle rentals and the Cattail Cafe (at the Marsh Boardwalk). We also operate the transit system that shuttles visitors from the Visitor Centre to the Tip. The proceeds from sales and services support our operations as well as the Parks Canada Mandate and Point Pelee National Park initiatives.