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05/23/2026

Sea turtles have been swimming our oceans for millions of years, playing a vital role in keeping marine ecosystems healthy—from maintaining seagrass beds to supporting vibrant coral reefs. But today, their survival depends on the health of our oceans.

Pollution, plastic waste, habitat loss, climate change, and illegal wildlife trade are placing immense pressure on turtle populations. Rising temperatures are affecting nesting patterns, while plastic-filled waters pose serious risks through ingestion and entanglement.

Protecting our oceans is key to helping sea turtles thrive. By reducing single-use plastics, supporting conservation efforts, participating in beach cleanups, and making more sustainable everyday choices, we can all be part of the solution. Charities like The Canadian Sea Turtle Network and Turtle Survival Alliance are supporting healthy oceans and protecting turtle populations through conservation and education.

Healthy oceans mean a future where sea turtles can continue to swim, nest, and thrive for generations to come. When we protect our oceans, we are not only protecting sea turtles, but also countless other species that depend on these waters to survive.

05/20/2026

Kindness doesn’t have to be grand — even the tiniest gesture can create a ripple of positive change. From a smile to helping a neighbor, there are countless ways to make a difference every day. https://www.canadahelps.org/en/giving-life/giving-strategy/25-easy-acts-of-kindness-you-can-do-today/

05/17/2026

This International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, we stand with 2SLGBTQ+ people who live in Canada. Now more than ever, it is critical that we continue to build a future where q***r, trans and non-binary youth can live without fear and be able to express themselves.

Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and included. Today, support charities like pflag Canada and It Gets Better Canada to help create a more inclusive, equitable country where everyone can thrive.

05/15/2026

What are our charity partners saying about us?

"Industry leader that is recognized by a large number of donors and is easy to work with from a charity perspective."

Thanks, Lake Simcoe Conservation Foundation.

Learn how CanadaHelps can help your charity grow. Message us today.

05/14/2026

On National Nursing Week, CanadaHelps is proud to support the Ride for Resilience campaign, raising awareness and funds for mental health. Learn more about the fundraising campaign and about organizations like the Canadian Nurses Foundation/Fondation des infirmières et infirmiers du Canada that are making a difference 👇

National Nursing Week is a time to recognize the compassion, skill, and resilience of nurses who support communities across Canada every day.

It also arrives during Mental Health Awareness Month in May, a meaningful reminder of the importance of supporting mental health and well-being for all.

This year, Canadian Nurses Foundation is proud to highlight the inspiring “Ride for Resilience” campaign, a 7,500 km cycling journey from Victoria to St. John’s raising awareness and funds for mental health and resilience initiatives across the country. 🚴‍♂️

Led by a dedicated father-and-son team, this cross-country ride is bringing Canadians together in support of CNF’s Healing Healthcare Initiative that support nurse’s mental health resilience through training programs.

Learn more and support the journey here
Follow their journey on FindPenguins

05/13/2026

For National Nurses Week, we’re proud to highlight our charity partner, Alberta Nurses Educational Trust (ANET), and the incredible work they do to support nurses across Alberta. By investing in nurses through education, research funding, and scholarships, ANET is helping improve patient care and strengthen healthcare communities for everyone.

Learn more about their impact and partnership with CanadaHelps:
Read the full story here-

ANET has utilized CanadaHelps’ online fundraising tools to collect donations and has seen a consistent increase in donations year-over-year.

05/12/2026

NOW AVAILABLE: The Giving Report 2026.

Our latest Giving Report highlights insights and online giving trends that are re-shaping Canada’s evolving charitable sector. The report examines the growth of online giving across the country and the growing popularity of gifts of securities and monthly donations. It also delivers practical takeaways to help charities plan and adapt with clarity and confidence.

Thank you, to our Presenting Partner Environics Analytics as well as Carleton University (Official) and Imagine Canada for their contributions to the report.

See comments to download the full report.

05/10/2026

Lupus is a chronic disease affecting 1 in 1,000 Canadians - yet its exact cause remains unknown, and there’s still no cure. Often misunderstood and invisible, it has a constant impact.

Today, World Lupus Day also falls on Mother's Day. We want to recognize and honour the mothers and caregivers living with lupus - the ones who show up with love and resilience, even on the hardest days.

Behind the diagnoses are stories of perseverance: managing symptoms, navigating uncertainty, and still being there for their families in countless ways. Here's the story of Carolina, a mother who shows incredible strength every day https://www.lupuscanada.org/mothers-lupus-story-carolina/.

This World Lupus Day and all month long, we urge you to come together to raise awareness and educate. You can make a difference by wearing purple, sharing your story, and supporting lupus research. Visit Lupus Canada to learn more.

05/08/2026

Today, we recognize the incredible impact of the International Red Cross —a global force that has been on the front lines of humanitarian crises for over 160 years.

From natural disasters to health emergencies and conflict zones, the Red Cross reaches nearly 40 million people affected by disasters each year, providing life-saving support like shelter, food, medical care, and emotional assistance.

Here in Canada, the Canadian Red Cross continues to make a powerful impact at home and around the world. In just one year, they:

👉Reached 7.8 million people globally
👉Deployed experts to 27 countries
👉Supported 39 international programs
👉Contributed over $52 million to humanitarian efforts

Whether responding to wildfires, supporting communities through disasters, or delivering aid across borders, their work is driven by one mission: to alleviate human suffering wherever it’s found.

❤️ Today is a reminder that behind every emergency response are people showing up with compassion, courage, and humanity.

05/06/2026

Online giving had its strongest year since the pandemic—but the bigger story is how it is changing.

AVAILABLE NEXT WEEK, our newest edition of The Giving Report will explore trends in charitable giving online and how charities can adapt to changing donor behaviour.

The report examines the growth of online giving across the country and the growing popularity of gifts of securities and monthly donations.
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Download The Giving Report on Tuesday, May 12th.

05/05/2026

Justice is needed for Indigenous women and communities.

Today marks the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Two-Spirit People ( ), a solemn reminder of the ongoing crisis that continues to affect Indigenous people across Canada. Thousands of Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit Indigenous people are still missing, and many have been murdered. This is still a national crisis that needs collective action.

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