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Executive in Residence at Capacity Canada www.capacitycanada.ca
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Spectrum, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space
1 day ago
At Spectrum Sports, you don’t just hit a ball once, you hit all year. On Giving Tuesday, give the gift of consistent connection – set up your monthly donation and give like you live:
ourspectrum.com/donate
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Spectrum, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space
5 days ago
We’re eager to bring our Rainbow Family Breakfast Club and after-school programming to more people, especially underserved rural communities, through this granting opportunity at The Commonwell. Show your support for the project by leaving a quick comment here:
https://bit.ly/SpectrumxCommonwell
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If your board needs help with governance reach out to us at
@capacitycanada.bsky.social
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
6 days ago
📅 Save the Date: GivingTuesday – December 2, 2025 This GivingTuesday, join Capacity Canada in supporting the nonprofits that strengthen our communities every day. Your generosity fuels leadership, innovation, and impact across the sector. Let’s build capacity—together.
#GivingTuesday
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Scott Williams (he/him)
THRIVE HIV
11 days ago
During the months of November and December, we will host various events aimed at raising awareness & funds to support people living with HIV in our community. Explore related events here:
www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...
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#RedScarfProject2025
#WorldAIDSDay
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
13 days ago
Miller Thomson has done some analysis of the implications of the new federal budget for Canadian charities and nonprofits. Read their helpful summary here:
www.millerthomson.com/en/insights/...
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Volunteer Waterloo Region
13 days ago
Part 2 of
#IVMDay25
appreciation is something that everyone always likes to hear: That they are important, and how they affect you! This can be as simple as keeping you on track for volunteering, to giving you an awesome reference, to a gesture or token of appreciation they gave you!
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Spectrum, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space
14 days ago
Join us for the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM at 44 Gaukel. We'll be hosting a panel of speakers and inviting folks to partake in a candlelight vigil. For full info, go to:
ourspectrum.com/events
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Scott Williams (he/him)
WWF-Canada
15 days ago
⚠️ Ontario’s new Species Conservation Act could strip away protections for 106 at-risk species — incl the piping plover, monarch butterfly & yellow-banded bumble bee. 🗣️ Add your voice:
wwf.ca/endangered-species-are-not-red-tape
Tell ON to protect species, not weaken the laws meant to safeguard them.
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It was great to visit Food4Kids Waterloo Region at their new location today. Drop by their open house at 330 Trillium Dr. Until 7pm today!
15 days ago
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Universal: Renewing Human Rights in a Fractured World are the 2025 Massey Lectures by Professor
@alexneve.bsky.social
. While human rights ought to be applied universally, it’s also the area where we have most profoundly failed.
#BookSky
15 days ago
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
18 days ago
Strong governance doesn’t have to be spooky! 👻
#HappyHalloween
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Thanks Tania Del Matto for the opportunity to attend today’s
@unitedcollegeuw.bsky.social
GreenHouse Social Innovators in Training Demo Day!
20 days ago
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Scott Williams (he/him)
CanadaHelps
20 days ago
1 in 4 Canadians rely on charities—yet fewer than 1 in 4 give. Let’s close the giving gap and strengthen our communities. Let's look after each other 💛
#GiveBack
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Scott Williams (he/him)
20 days ago
Join us on November 12th at 6:00 PM CST to deepen your understanding of Canadian history with this RS101 Webinar. You'll learn more about the history of the residential school system, the legal fallout, and the ongoing legacy of the system. Register now:
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Spectrum, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space
21 days ago
Next Monday, November 3, is the Rainbow Film Club at the Princess Original! They'll be showing the romantic comedy Broken Hearts Club. The movie starts at 7:00 PM. For full info, go to:
ourspectrum.com/events
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Scott Williams (he/him)
THRIVE HIV
22 days ago
Thrive is thrilled to announce the details of our 3rd annual Red Scarf Gala! Experience the magic of community as we come together to celebrate and support people living with HIV! To purchase tickets and find more information visit:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Imagine Canada
22 days ago
Is your nonprofit ready for year-end? Join Imagine Canada & Enkel on Nov 20 at 2 p.m. ET for a free webinar on strengthening financial leadership, managing risk & closing the year strong. 🔗 Register:
buff.ly/jOLgel8
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Scott Williams (he/him)
City of Cambridge
22 days ago
Everyone deserves to feel safe & included 💛 Let's make
#Cbridge
a place where everyone belongs. Join
#WatRegion
’s pledge to stand against hate & build a welcoming community. 👉
webelongwr.ca
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An important petition from ACORN
acorncanada.org/take_action/...
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URGENT Message to Doug Ford: Don’t End Rent Control! - ACORN Canada
https://acorncanada.org/take_action/urgent-message-to-doug-ford-dont-end-rent-control/?fbclid=IwZnRzaANpDO9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHgsH-cUVYxdSJTZPkUvN-FkFcMrU3x6mV4O46tW__s6O1aq6_3S_yqUT1JaS_aem_Ai55zvaNbQ6HCMw_q-jrfA
25 days ago
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Scott Williams (he/him)
THRIVE HIV
27 days ago
We at Thrive stand in solidarity with agencies & orgs across Waterloo Region working tirelessly 2 support uplift & protect 2SLGBTQ+ peoples in the face of these threats. Together we remain united in care resistance & pride.
#2SLGBTQ
#HealthEquity
#StopTheHate
#CommunityCare
#ThriveHIV
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Waterloo Region Drug Action Team
26 days ago
UPDATE: The Government of Ontario has now formally voted AGAINST creating a plan to eliminate homelessness within 10 years. Data from across Ontario continues to reflect the absence of provincial success. Gratitude to
@aislinnclancy.bsky.social
for your efforts to
#ProtectOntario
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Spectrum, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space
27 days ago
Here is an updated statement about the recent anti-2SLGBTQIA+ threats made yesterday. As of today, all programming is continuing with increased security in place. Swipe through the images for the full statement (alt text available). Sign up to volunteer here:
bit.ly/SpectrumVolunteerForm
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Future of Good
27 days ago
New ONN data shows 70% of Ontario non-profits lost revenue last year, while 34% used reserve funds to stay afloat. Demand is rising, but resources aren’t keeping pace. Without systemic change, many won’t survive the next three years. 🔗
tinyurl.com/44bkzcsd
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Some Ontario non-profits at “high risk” of not existing within three years: ONN report | Future of Good
A new survey by the Ontario Nonprofit Network (ONN) found that the sector is under so much pressure that if changes are not made, many organizations may not survive the next three years.
https://tinyurl.com/44bkzcsd
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Scott Williams (he/him)
CTV News Kitchener
28 days ago
2SLGBTQIA+ programming in Waterloo Region moved online due to potential disruption
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2SLGBTQIA+ programming in Waterloo Region moved online due to potential disruption
An organization that serves Waterloo Region’s LGBTQ+ community moved their programming online on Tuesday after they got word of a potential planned disruption.
https://bit.ly/4ocG7oj
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Scott Williams (he/him)
THRIVE HIV
28 days ago
The Red Scarf Project is an awareness-raising initiative in support of people living with HIV in Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington. Email
[email protected]
or visit
www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...
to find out how you can be a part of our story.
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Karla Ortiz
about 1 month ago
Canadian friends, your government is seeking commentary on GenAi strategies and policies. Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
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Help define the next chapter of Canada's AI leadership
Current status: Open from October 1 to October 31, 2025 Canada helped invent modern AI. To stay a leader—and protect our digital sovereignty—we're running a 30-day national sprint to shape a renew...
https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/ised/en/public-consultations/help-define-next-chapter-canadas-ai-leadership
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Ontario Nonprofit Network
about 1 month ago
📢 The results from our sixth annual sector-wide survey are in! See how nonprofits, charities and grassroots organizations across Ontario responded.
theonn.ca/topics/advoc...
Here are some highlights: 🧵
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Imagine Canada
about 1 month ago
Did you know that charities & nonprofits contribute 8.2% of Canada’s GDP and employ 2.7M people nationwide? 💡Explore these fact sheets for key stats on the size, impact & economic power of the sector. 🔗
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Ontario Nonprofit Network
about 1 month ago
Join Carters 2025 Charity & Not-for-Profit Law Webinar for 10 fast-moving sessions to stay up to date on changes in the law affecting charities and not-for-profits (NFPs). Register today:
www.carters.ca
#ONNPartnerPost
#NonprofitLaw
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In Deepening Community, Paul Born uses personal stories and community-building examples to show how to move beyond shallow connections and find joy and belonging.
#BookSky
about 1 month ago
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 1 month ago
🐶💼 If our Governance BootCamp had a mascot… it would definitely be a golden retriever. Loyal, smart, eager to learn, and always ready to help the team thrive. 🐾✨ 📅 BootCamp is just weeks away.
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Scott Williams (he/him)
CanadaHelps
about 1 month ago
We believe generosity can build a better world—where every act of giving connects us and helps everyone thrive. Narrated by Canadian actress Cobie Smulders, this is our call to make Canada the most generous country in the world.
#GenerosityIsRightHere
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 1 month ago
🎉 This is what we love to do. Bringing together passionate creatives and purpose-driven nonprofits to make real impact through design. That’s what Creative Day for Social Good is all about. 💡❤️
#CreativeDayForSocialGood
#CapacityCanada
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 1 month ago
We are thrilled to welcome Blair Dimock as the newest member of our Executive in Residence (EIR) team. 👋 Please join us in welcoming Blair to the Capacity Canada team!
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Volunteer Waterloo Region
about 1 month ago
We are excited to announce our next season of Intergenerational Programming In partnership with The Rockway Centre; Board Games and Mingle: An Invitation to Belonging! This is happening every Saturday from 11am - 1pm from October 18 to December 13. Find out more here
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Scott Williams (he/him)
rare Charitable Research Reserve
about 1 month ago
Get outside, get your hands dirty, and build a better connection with the environment around you! We have several excellent opportunities to volunteer and get involved. For more information swipe or visit
www.raresites.org/ab...
Tip: This is a great chance to get high school volunteer hours
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Dr. Kristopher Wells
about 1 month ago
Sign the new House of Commons e-petition calling on the Government of Canada to strengthen protections for LGBTQ+ people worldwide and reaffirm Canada’s role as a safe haven. Thank you to MP Rob Oliphant for sponsoring this important petition.
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
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Hamilton Nolan
about 1 month ago
It takes no special technical expertise to know that 1) AI's main value proposition today is automating labor, 2) AI is going to supercharge economic inequality, and 3) If we do not get out in front of that policy-wise, we are fools.
www.hamiltonnolan.com/p/thinking-o...
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Thinking of AI as a Social Problem
No need to know the unknowable. The knowable is bad enough.
https://www.hamiltonnolan.com/p/thinking-of-ai-as-a-social-problem
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 1 month ago
Capacity Canada’s Governance BootCamp is just around the corner. We can’t wait to welcome another incredible group of board leaders and changemakers. 💼✨ 📅 Mark your calendars and secure your spot today:
buff.ly/lFIRFWv
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 1 month ago
What does your board need right now? Because we can help 😁 There is still time to register for our 2025 Bootcamp with this link:
buff.ly/lFIRFWv
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On Community by
@caseyplett.com
looks at how we form relationships with one another. What is community? Why does it matter? How do we find it?
#BookSky
about 1 month ago
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 2 months ago
Want to be a standout board chair? Join Susan Radwan Nov 17 for a hands-on Pre-BootCamp on board leadership. Gain tools to lead with clarity, confidence & impact. $250. Sign up today at
capacitycanada.ca/board-governance-bootcamps
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 2 months ago
🌟 Team Spotlight: Andrew Wilding As Director of Operations at Capacity Canada, Andrew Wilding is the engine that keeps everything running, and we mean everything. We’re grateful for Andrew’s tireless dedication and operational wizardry.
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Scott Williams (he/him)
WRLegalServices
about 2 months ago
⚠️ The federal government is proposing cuts to the Department of Women and Gender Equality. These cuts would deeply affect women and gender-diverse people in our community. The Leadership Table at Waterloo Region's Gender Based Violence Strategy have issued a press release, which we urge you to read.
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Scott Williams (he/him)
Capacity Canada
about 2 months ago
October is Cyber Security Awareness month Strong governance means protecting your mission—online and offline. This October, take a step toward a more cyber-aware board.
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Scott Williams (he/him)
CTV News Kitchener
about 2 months ago
Waterloo Region groups join call for funding for women’s and LGBTQ+ programs amid budget uncertainty
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Waterloo Region groups join call for funding for women’s and LGBTQ+ programs amid budget uncertainty
Groups in Waterloo Region are adding their voices to a nationwide push to fund organizations dedicated to gender-based violence, women’s initiatives and LGBTQ+ programming as the federal government prepares to deliver a budget next month.
https://bit.ly/4pQinrb
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Very sad news
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