Toronto Foundation

📣 Your Toronto this week: Here's what's happening in our network that should be on your radar. ▪ Sept 30 Truth & Land Back This event will launch Yellowhead Online (YO) with the release of our first course based on the Yellowhead Red Paper, Land Back. This fire will include a panel discussion with course collaborators and Yellowhead Fellows  https://lnkd.in/eEKnyDWT  ▪ Applications for CivicAction's #DiverseCityFellows are open! This impactful leadership experience brings together leaders with diverse identities, experiences, and professions - apply today or refer a leader in your network: bit.ly/3Z1FwvT     ▪ Applications are open for Maytree Policy School 2025. Designed for policy professionals and organizations ready to become more engaged in influencing public policy: https://lnkd.in/gq-m2TA2

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30. Join us in reflecting, learning, and supporting Indigenous communities. We’ve compiled these events and resources but please share any others we’ve missed in the comments. Indigenous Legacy Gathering with Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre https://lnkd.in/gSKRvPtR Native Child and Family Services of Toronto’s 27th annual Pow Wow https://lnkd.in/gVAKPM9a Yellowhead Fire: Truth & Land Back https://lnkd.in/gyqEtFaY National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation's week: trw-svr.nctr.ca/ Wisdom Weavers, Anishnawbe Health Foundation https://lnkd.in/gTU-H7zN Telling Our Twisted Histories https://lnkd.in/gvXinjwu One Day's Pay onedayspay.ca/ #NDTR

Through culturally-centered services and programs, these multi-service Indigenous-led organizations are promoting healing, education and justice. Explore their work and learn how you can support them: bit.ly/3Msnxr8  #NDTR 

The Urban Indigenous Education Centre is driving change at Toronto District School Board, supporting First Nations, Métis and Inuit student success and wellbeing while fostering Indigenous education for all. Learn more: bit.ly/3Msnxr8 #NDTR

Through land, food and culture-based programming, these Indigenous-led organizations strengthen relationships within their communities. By offering cultural events and education, they build reciprocal connections and support reconciliation. Learn more: bit.ly/3Msnxr8  #NDTR 

These Indigenous-led organizations are focused on advocacy, working to advance justice and improve community wellbeing. They provide culturally-grounded legal support and address key social determinants, driving impactful change and empowering Indigenous communities. Get to know them: bit.ly/3Msnxr8 #NDTR

Continuing our series in the lead up to #NDTR, these organizations are improving employment systems, supporting self-empowerment and preserving cultural identity. Through collaboration and tailored programs, they foster equitable access and meaningful progress for all. Learn more: bit.ly/3Msnxr8 

📣 Your Toronto this week: Here's what's happening in our network that should be on your radar. ▪ Join Red Cross Canada on September 17 for their Caring for Self & Others webinar. Learn holistic approaches to nurture physical, emotional and mental connections during times of crisis: https://lnkd.in/gB6UpVv3 ▪ Philanthropy makes more of an impact than we realize, and the sector is undergoing major shifts. Join The Walrus on October 1 for their talk on Shifting Power in Philanthropy and learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtDMK8ap ▪ Black Opportunity Fund is hosting a National Townhall on October 8 to discuss recommendations for Canada’s Black Justice Strategy: https://lnkd.in/g6u_T7Cc ▪ PollinateTO Grant applications are now open until October 21. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to support new or expanded pollinator or rain gardens. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gSxg3wrY ▪ On October 31, join Imagine Canada for their webinar on Mastering Nonprofit Cybersecurity: https://lnkd.in/g7wsqbQN ▪ “There’s an urgent need to resource narrative-power-shifting work because non-progressive movements have been doing that work and building that infrastructure for years. We’re at a crisis moment on so many issues.” Read The Philanthropist Journal's full story: https://lnkd.in/gkWxkNMn

Philanthropy has seen the Kirpalanis through loss, deepening their relationship with Toronto and building a legacy that they hope will touch generations to come. Now, they’re making their biggest gift yet to Visions of Science . Read their story: bit.ly/4gqaGUe  

These Indigenous-led organizations are dedicated to preserving traditions, fostering creativity and supporting Indigenous artists and communities. From theatre to visual arts, they enrich the city's cultural landscape while empowering the next generation. Learn more: bit.ly/3Msnxr8 #NDTR