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Hopefulness is declining across Canada: having children or strong ties to a local community associated with a more hopeful outlook

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According to Statistics Canada, the proportion of Canadians reporting a hopeful outlook on the future is substantially lower compared with 5 to 6 years ago. In 2016, 75% of people in Canada reported feeling hopeful about the future, compared with 64% of the population in 2021/2022.

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Infrastructure Canada accepting applications to the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund

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Infrastructure Canada is now accepting applications for new projects through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF).

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Government of Canada launches $500 million Canada Community Revitalization Fund to drive post-COVID-19 recovery

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Shared public spaces in villages, towns and cities are at the heart of communities across Canada. Main streets, downtown cores, community and cultural centres, farmers’ markets, libraries, outdoor spaces and other public places draw in residents and visitors alike, supporting local businesses and jobs.

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Applications are now open for the Fighting Hunger Grants

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The Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations throughout the United States and Canada that fight hunger in our communities. The Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation is now accepting applications for the Fighting Hunger Grants.

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Canada launches new temporary residence pathway to welcome those fleeing the war in Ukraine

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The Government of Canada has issued a call to all employers who wish to support Ukrainians with offers of employment to register these offers on Job Bank’s Jobs for Ukraine webpage. Job Bank will work with local organizations and employers to help connect them with Ukrainians seeking work […].

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The Government of Canada is temporarily expanding eligibility for COVID relief programs

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Bill C-2, which received Royal Assent on December 17, 2021, included a new Local Lockdown Program to provide businesses that face temporary new local lockdowns with up to the maximum amount available through the wage and rent subsidy programs.

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Ultimate Guide to the Community Services Recovery Fund

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The Government of Canada has rallied behind nonprofits with its historic Community Services Recovery Fund. We believe that this is an incredible opportunity for charities and nonprofits in Canada to receive grants to build up their people, process, and systems with no strings attached. The minimum ask is $10,000. First Nations bands.

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