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Since 1912, Moorelands has been helping reshape the future for Toronto's kids affected by poverty. Moorelands has changed a lot since its inception, but making a difference in the lives of children and youth has remained its first priority. Moorelands accomplishes its mission by offering year-round programming to kids in need. Our two key programs include - CITY PROGRAMS (after-school, youth leadership, city summer day camp) and WILDERNESS CAMP. Currently, we work with over 1,600 children and youth each year through these programs as well as through Baby Bundles (for newborns) and Christmas Sharing (supporting needy families during the holidays). In the city, Moorelands runs its programs in the under-served Toronto neighbourhoods of Thorncliffe Park and Flemingdon Park. Our City Programs are offered in partnership with local schools and/or community groups providing a supportive, nurturing environment.

Giant Steps/À Pas de Géant School is the only school focussed exclusively on autism spectrum disorder. It has the largest team of professionals specialized in autism in Quebec, and offers the widest range of therapies under one roof. The School is dedicated to the development of autonomy in each student. A unique multi-disciplinary approach is highly individualized to meet each student's particular needs. Furthermore, the School provides support allowing inclusion within mainstream schools affiliated with the various school boards, a process that reinforces functional autonomy in the child as he ages. Unable to welcome the 600 students on its' waiting list, the Giant Steps/À Pas de Géant School, through its' Resource Center, provides assistance and shares expertise and knowledge with families and schools throughout the City of Montreal, the Laurentians, and the Montérégie. These added services allow the school to provide assistance to a larger community.

The Epilepsy Association of Nova Scotia (EANS), a registered charity founded in 1980, has nearly 1,000 members. Overseen by a Board of Directors and employing one full-time staffer, EANS is the only epilepsy organization in the Maritimes. It provides information and offers counselling, advocacy, a quarterly newsletter, and a classroom education program (featuring “Kids on the Block” puppets) for students in Grades 4-6. Since 1980, EANS has reached out to almost 30,000 people through its education programs, and information/counseling/advocacy services. There are local Chapters province-wide and in New Brunswick, and a social/recreational club in Halifax. A new children's program is now being piloted. In 2008, 9-year old Cassidy Megan (an EANS member) started “Purple Day for Epilepsy – March 26” with the help of Epilepsy Nova Scotia. This is now a global campaign in which supporters around the world wear purple to raise epilepsy awareness. EANS continues to spearhead the campaign.

"Building for Their Future" is a joint initiative between Trico Centre (formerly Family Leisure Centre) and Bow Valley Hockey Society and is currently underway. The Building for Their Future campaign has been successful and has raised 90% of our fundraising goal of 19.5 million dollars.

The Homewood Volunteer Association (HVA) provides service and support to the Homewood Health Centre, its patients and the community. The HVA raises funds to provide financial support to enhance mental health and addiction programs and charitable projects in the areas of education, research and patient care.

While the Y's mission of service and commitment to community health has not changed over the years, our capacity to offer programs and services to meet the growing needs of our community is limited. Lacking the space to offer vital wellness, youth and family programs, the Kelowna Family Y has maximized its potential with its current facilities. Today, we believe that a major expansion to the existing Kelowna Family Y will make a significant impact on the health and development of this generation and those to come.

The Kettle began over 35 years ago providing support and services to mental health consumers in Vancouver. It has since grown into a registered charity with an operating budget of approximately $8 million today. The Kettle's mandate is to provide an open door drop-in. It provides services and support in the areas of housing, advocacy, employment, meals and approximately 26 weekly life-skill programs.

effect:hope (The Leprosy Mission Canada) is a Christian development organization, focused on achieving lasting, positive change among people living with the causes and consequences of leprosy and conditions related to leprosy.

The YMCA is a worldwide fellowship dedicated to the growth of persons in spirit mind and body and in a sense of responsibility to each other and the human community. YMCA programs are designed to contribute to good health, emotional stability, a positive image and a sense of worth and well-being. It is a holistic approach—one which encourages the balanced development of the total person—that has contributed to the YMCA’s leading role in this delivery of innovative programs and services.

The Lupus Society of Alberta is a non-profit organization formed to provide education and support for lupus patients, their families and friends. Funds are raised to further lupus research, promote public awareness and provide education to the community at large. The Lupus Society of Alberta was established in August of 1972 and has the distinction of being one of the first lupus organizations organized in the world. Support Services:One-on-one telephone peer/crisis support; One-on-one in-person support; A Self-Help workbook; Support Groups in various regions; Public Awareness Initiatives; Education Programs: The Lupus Library (lending library); distribution of lupus information packages at no charge; Sale of videos, books, articles and other literature; Annual Education Days; LSA Web Page (www.lupus.ab.ca); Quarterly Newsletter: The Lupus Courier; Research:The Lupus Society of Alberta provides research grants and has developed a Grant Application Protocol for this purpose.

Incorporated in 1980, the Milton District Hospital Foundation (MDHF) was founded to assist Milton District Hospital in funding new and replacement equipment needs and community education programs. The Foundation serves as the primary philanthropic arm for the Milton District Hospital and is responsible for generating and administering all charitable gifts for the Hospital. A Board of Directors comprised of business and civic leaders in the community governs the Milton District Hospital Foundation.

Trillium Health Partners Foundation was created following the amalgamation of The Trillium Health Centre Foundation and The Credit Valley Hospital Foundation in July, 2013. Together, as one foundation, we are raising the critical funds needed for pan-hospital and site specific initiatives. Whether we focus our support at one site, on one project, on research or on one piece of equipment, the combined impact affects the entire hospital system and the community that it serves. Comprised of Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities.