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Statistics Canada's 'long census' vital research, policy tool: On-line petition

The federal government is planning to do away with the mandatory 'long census' form, mainly because some people complain that it is an invasion of privacy, Continue Reading…

SOCAP10: Day one 'at the intersection of money and meaning'

Social Capital Markets 2010 (a lively gathering “at the intersection of money and meaning”) has drawn more than 1,000 social innovators for a bustling, Continue Reading…

Shout out to UforChange! Creative culture, better world

UforChange is a dynamic, arts-based training project for "at-risk youth" in downtown Toronto. The Wellesley Institute is proud to be a partner in this amazing, Continue Reading…

Reinstate long-form census for 2011, urges National Statistical Council

Canada's National Statistical Council, the official advisory body on statistical issues, is calling for the long-form census to be reinstated for the 2011 Continue Reading…

Powerful social sector needs access to finance: Sir Ronald Cohen

A powerful social sector is needed now, more than ever, says multi-millionaire financier Sir Ronald Cohen in today’s UK Telegraph. And a strong social sector Continue Reading…

Partnership Project: Ontario's review of non-profit sector moves into high gear

The Partnership Project, the Ontario government's consultation with non-profit sector to strengthen the relationship between non-profits and the government, Continue Reading…

Ontario's 2011 budget can build healthy, inclusive province with investments in homes, social ventures

Later today, I'm joining Rick Blickstead, CEO of the Wellesley Institute, for a meeting with Ontario Finance Minister Dwight Duncan. We appreciate the Continue Reading…

Ontario Throne Speech: Non-profits are 'unsung heroes' of provincial economy

The new session of the Ontario Legislature was launched earlier this afternoon with the traditional Speech from the Throne which included a strong expression Continue Reading…

Ontario set to unveil new partnership strategy for vital non-profit sector; moving from 19th century charity to 21st century social innovation

Ontario Citizenship Minister Eric Hoskins is set to unveil the province's partnership strategy with the vital non-profit sector on Thursday, along with Helen Continue Reading…

Ontario releases cautious 2010 budget

The Ontario government's 2010 provincial budget sets out a cautious fiscal plan for the coming year. In our 2010 pre-budget submission, the Wellesley Institute Continue Reading…