National humanitarian organizations involved in providing aid such as provision of food, shelter, medical relief, disaster relief, and training for these services.
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- Health Partners International of Canada Distributes medicines, medical supplies and vaccines donated by Canadian industry to people in developing countries.
- WorldVision Canada Non-profit organization helping impoverished and malnourished children around the world.
- The War Amps Offers programs and services to amputees, their families and all Canadians. [English and French]
- Yahoo Group: Caring4Canadians For needlecrafters of all ages who are creating items to donate to Canadian charities.
- Operation Rainbow Canada Oversees volunteer surgical teams providing free reconstructive surgery to children with cleft lip and palate, and burn scars in under-served countries.
- SCAW - Sleeping Children Around the World SCAW raises funds to provide bedkits to the neediest of children in underdeveloped and developing countries.
- The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall Registered charitable not-for-profit organization dedicated to excellence in the performing arts and customer service.
- CharityVillage Thousands of pages of news, jobs, resources, articles, training opportunities and links for the Canadian nonprofit community.
- CanadaHelps.org Allows visitors to donate to any Canadian charity online, with no fees to either donor or charity, as well as find volunteer positions and read philanthropy-related news.
- Sandra Schmirler Foundation Assists families with seriously ill children. Lists national and community events, FAQs, information about Sandra and how to volunteer.
- Max Bell Foundation A Canadian private foundation that supports a variety of registered Canadian charities. Profiles its namesake and outlines its programs, and outlines the process of applying for consideration.
- KRG Children's Charities A registered Canadian charity established by The KRG Insurance Group whose mission is to help children who have been affected by illness, poverty, disability and misfortune.
- Habitat for Humanity (Canada) Inc. Helps people build affordable housing at sites across the country, and lists information about volunteering, local affiliates and chapters, and case stories.
- Peacemakers Trust Canadian charitable organization dedicated to research and education into conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Includes a list of case studies and papers, as well as funding information.
- Heart-Links Canada A non-profit charitable development organization that funds and operates education, health, nutrition and literacy programs to help people of Peru.
- Canadian Harambee Education Society A non-profit organization which raises money to provide scholarships for poor, bright high school girls in Africa. Overview, sponsors, agents, newsletter and contact information.
- War Child Canada Dedicated to providing urgently needed humanitarian assistance to war-affected children. Works closely with the music industry to help build awareness among Canadian youth.
- The Hunger Project Canada Works in Latin America, Asia and Africa to achieve a sustainable end to world hunger.
- Equip K.I.D.S. International Dedicated to helping children with disabilities in developing countries, through education and by producing and distributing assistive technology such as wheelchairs, walkers and communication devices.
- Big Brothers and Sisters of Canada Connecting children with adult role models.
- T.R. Meighen Family Foundation A private charitable foundation established in 1969 with a gift from the founder, Mr. Theodore Roosevelt Meighen of New Brunswick. Provides granting information and criteria.
- The Weekend to End Breast Cancer An annual fundraising event held in major cities featuring a 'walk-a-thon' to honour lives lost, celebrate survivors, and help bring breast cancer care to people who need it.
- TelecomPioneers of Canada A charitable organization of people in the telecommunications industry. Lists community and national programs as well as provincial chapters.
- Calmeadow A registered Canadian charity engaged in helping to raise funds for the economies of Africa and Latin America.
- Global Poverty Relief Foundation (Canada) Inc. Works to alleviate poverty in less developed communities outside Canada through fundraising for international agencies such as UNICEF, World Vision, CARE and the Red Cross.
- SOS Children's Villages Canada Canadian branch of an international charity building homes and villages for orphaned and abandoned children, with SOS-Mothers to help care for them.
- World Partnership Walk An annual walk-a-thon held in several cities across Canada to raise money and awareness to fight global poverty. An initiative of the Aga Khan Foundation Canada.
- Zoocheck Canada A national animal protection charity established to protect wildlife in captivity and in the wild. Importance placed on animals in captivity including zoo and performing animals.
- ReBOOT Canada A non-profit organization providing computer hardware, training and technical support to charities, non-profits and people with limited access to technology.
- The Donner Canadian Foundation Funding organizations undertaking public policy research and education; international affairs and development projects, land and wildlife conservation, organizations delivering social services, and medical research, arts and culture, and other projects.
- Imagine Canada A national charitable organization that supports charities and nonprofits so they can support Canadians and communities they serve. Includes annual reports, programs details and membership information.
- Bridgeway Foundation A private family foundation that supports non-profit organizations and disburses funding to its Canadian charitable partners.
- Plan Canada Helps children and families in Africa, Asia and Central and South America build brighter futures for themselves through community development.
- Realtors Care Foundation Ontario real estate industry charity that supports shelter-based organizations across Ontario.
- Chromosome 22 Central A support group for families who have children affected by disorders involving chromosome 22.
- Focus on the Family Canada A charitable Christian organization dedicated to upholding and strengthening the family unit. Offers parenting tips, webcasts and advice on common issues.
- SickKids Foundation Non-governmental granting agency investing in child healthcare in Canada, inspiring donations to charities for children's health and research.
- The Salvation Army Prairie and Northern Territories Divisional Headquarters An international Christian church, this office serves Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northern Territories. Contains news, events, FAQ and locations details.
- Canadian Aid for Southern Sudan A development and human rights organization whose projects include building schools, rehabilitating child soldiers and former slaves, and promoting gender equality.
- Bridges of Hope Promotes poverty relief and community empowerment for poor nations. Includes history, mission statement and project details.
- Food Banks Canada National coordinator and advocate for food banks. Offers newsletter, food bank locator, news and information on getting involved.
- Columbia Institute Invests in human and social capital, through programs including research grants and scholarships. Lists current programs and information for donors and people proposing investments.
- OneFamily Fund Provides assistance to victims of terror in Israel and raises money through an annual Sea-to-Sea Hike; a journey through the upper Galilee region.
- Food for the Hungry Canada A registered Christian charitable organization dedicated to sustainable development and emergency response worldwide. Outlines their programs and provides donation information.
- Imperial Order of Daughters of the Empire Charitable women's organization dedicated to the support of children, students, women, veterans, and others in need. Offers list of programs and membership information.
- Cuso International An international development agency that works through volunteers, together to share skills, creativity and learning to build a fairer world. Offers newsletter, profile, history and information on getting involved.
- Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Partners with the Canadian Women's Foundation in helping women and children fleeing violence and abuse.
- Ronald McDonald House Charities of Canada Offers funding to registered Canadian charities to provide equipment to improve the quality of life for children with serious or chronic illnesses or disabilities.
- Rick Hansen Institute Held annually on the second Sunday in June, this event promotes awareness of spinal cord injury and raises funds for research. Details such as time and location are provided. Vancouver, BC.
- Project Brotherhood Society A charitable organization that enables teens to travel to Mexico to do works of charity. Other projects include helping the needy in Vancouver and providing Summer Camps for youth.
- Make-A-Wish Foundation of Quebec Dedicated to fulfilling the special wishes of children from ages 3 through 17 who have a life-threatening illness. Includes chapters, stories, events, and how to refer a child.
- Book Clubs for Inmates A registered charity that organizes volunteer-led book clubs within federal penitentiaries across Canada.