The giving of both time and resources in the form of volunteering and charitable donations is a part of the fabric of a way of life: a mark of healthy citizenship and flourishing society.
Spirited Citizenship
Research Report
Vulnerable Sector Check Costs Remain a Barrier for Volunteers
July 12, 2022
Spirited Citizenship
Policy Brief
Policy Brief: Absorbing Vulnerable Sector Check Fees to Reduce Barriers to Volunteering
The financial burden of VSCs is onerous for smaller charities or volunteers with low incomes, especially if each organization requires a separate check.
July 12, 2022
Faith Communities
Policy Memo
Memo: Niagara Regional Council Should Retain Exemption from Development Charges for Places of Worship
Niagara Region Council is planning to remove the exemption from developmental charges for places of worship under By-law 2017-98.
June 30, 2022
Work & Economics
Policy Brief
Policy Brief: Turning Aces Into Assets
The Case For Gambling Reform In Ontario
June 21, 2022
Faith Communities
Policy Memo
Memo: Redefining Chaplaincy
On April 25, 2022 the final report of the Minister of National Defence’s Advisory Panel on Systemic Racism and Discrimination was presented.
April 29, 2022
Faith Communities
Policy Memo
Policy Priorities for Ontario’s 2022 Election, Religious Freedom Recommendations
Policies enacted to curb the spread of COVID-19 highlighted how policy-makers may not fully understand the importance of public worship.
April 26, 2022
Family
Policy Memo
Policy Priorities for Ontario’s 2022 Election, Family Recommendations
Given that most families will not benefit from that program, the CARE credit remains an important support for families.
April 26, 2022
Spirited Citizenship
Policy Memo
Policy Priorities for Ontario’s 2022 Election, Spirited Citizenship Recommendations
The financial burden of VSCs is onerous for smaller charities or volunteers with a low income, especially if each organization requires a separate check.
April 26, 2022
Education
Policy Memo
Policy Priorities for Ontario’s 2022 Election, Education Recommendations
Changes should be made to ensure that all students with special needs get the support they require.
April 26, 2022