CharityVillage Connects
Welcome to CharityVillage Connects – a series that highlights topics vital to the nonprofit sector in Canada. CharityVillage is a resource to over 170,000 charitable and nonprofit organizations in Canada. This series, hosted by President Mary Barroll, will provide in-depth conversations with experts in the nonprofit sector. We’ll examine diversity, equity and inclusion, innovations in fundraising, the gap in female representation in leadership and many other subjects crucial to the growth and development of charities throughout Canada.
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Trailer: Re-thinking Fundraising
<p>Drawing on insights from the 2026 Giving Report, we look at how donor behaviour, technology, AI, legacy giving, and collaboration are reshaping the way nonprofits fund their work. What does it take to build stronger donor relationships, reimagine giving, and create resilience in such a volatile environment?</p><p>#podcast #charity</p>
Responsible AI Adoption for Nonprofits
<p>In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore what responsible AI adoption looks like for nonprofits. AI is reshaping nonprofit work, from fundraising to communications and everything in between. This shift raises urgent questions surrounding privacy, trust, equity, wellbeing, accountability, and mission alignment. Join us as sector experts provide practical advice on setting guardrails, building internal capacity, using AI thoughtfully, and keeping human judgment at the center of mission-driven work.</p><p><br></p><p>Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance <br><br></p>Alexandra Samuel, AI & Digital Workplace ExpertAlain Mootoo, Chief Operating Officer, CAMH FoundationTina Crouse, AI E...
Trailer: AI Adoption
<p>What does responsible AI adoption look like for nonprofits? AI is reshaping nonprofit work, from fundraising to communications and<br>everything in between. Sector experts will provide practical advice on setting guardrails, building internal capacity, using AI thoughtfully, and keeping human judgment at the center of mission-driven work.</p><p>#podcast #AI</p>
Navigating the New Lobbying Rules: Avoiding Pitfalls and Accelerating Advocacy
<p>Did you know Canada's lobbying guidelines changed earlier this year? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we break down what’s new, what it means for organizations engaging with government officials, and how to stay compliant while advocating effectively. Hear insights from the Lobbying Commissioner, legal and advocacy experts, and sector leaders.</p><p><br></p><p>Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance<br><br></p>Nancy Bélanger, Canada’s Commissioner of LobbyingSean Moore, Founder and Principal, Advocacy SchoolGerald Chipeur, Partner, Miller ThomsonBarbara Cartwright, CEO, Humane CanadaTim Richter, President & CEO, Canadian Alliance to End HomelessnessJackie Neapole – Executive Directo...
Trailer: Lobbying
<p>In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we break down what’s new, what it means for organizations engaging with government officials, and how to stay compliant while advocating effectively. Hear insights from the Lobbying Commissioner, legal and advocacy experts, and sector leaders.</p>
Trailer: How do DAF’s Work?
<p>In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take an in-depth look at donor-advised funds (DAFs), a method for Canadians to give to charity that is increasing rapidly in popularity. Do DAFs provide valuable flexibility for donors, or do they delay urgently needed support for charities facing rising demand? Join us as we explore how DAFs work, the benefits they offer, and the growing calls to ensure every donated dollar makes a timely difference.</p><p>#podcast #charity</p>
The Surge in Donor Advised Funds: How They’re Reshaping Canadian Philanthropy
<p>In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take an in-depth look at donor-advised funds (DAFs), a method for Canadians to give to charity that is increasing rapidly in popularity. With more than $20 billion sitting in DAF accounts across the country — funds that donors have claimed tax credits for, but that have not yet been distributed to the charities they were meant to support — important questions are emerging about their role in Canada’s charitable landscape. Do DAFs provide valuable flexibility for donors, or do they delay urgently needed support for charities facing rising demand? Join us as we explore how DA...
The 2025 Federal Budget: What Nonprofits Need to Know to Navigate 2026
<p>On November 4th, the federal government released its latest budget. In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore what the new fiscal plan means for nonprofits and charities across Canada. Our guests break down the key measures affecting funding, employment, and social programs, and share insights on how organizations can prepare for the changes ahead. This conversation offers timely analysis and practical takeaways to help you navigate the budget’s impact with confidence. </p><p>Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance </p>Andrew Chunilall, CEO, Community Foundations of CanadaChris Holz, Principal, Campbell Strategies Jesse Clarke, Founder, JN Clarke Consu...
Trailer: The 2025 Federal Budget: What Nonprofits Need to Know to Navigate 2026
<p>The stake could not be any higher. In this episode of CharityVillage Connects we do a deep dive into the first Federal Budget of the Carney government and explore its impacts on the Canadian nonprofit sector as Canada continues to navigate economic and security challenges brought on by ongoing threats of an all-out trade war, threats to Canada’s national security, and even threats to our sovereignty – all of which are truly unprecedented in our lifetimes and are emerging from a previously unthinkable source – our closest trading partner and ally. What does the budget signal for Canadian nonprofits in 2026 and bey...
The Dismantling of USAID: Impacts on Global Aid and Canadian Nonprofits
<p>In this episode of Charity Village Connects, we examine the far-reaching consequences of the Trump administration’s sudden dismantling of USAID, which has created a $63-billion void in global aid funding. With essential programs in health, education, food security, and disaster relief now at risk, what does this seismic shift mean for organizations already stretched thin? Canadian nonprofits are grappling with increased demand as they work to fill the gap left behind by disrupted partnerships. Tune in to hear sector experts reveal the challenges ahead and Canada’s potential path forward.</p><p><br></p><p>Meet Our Guests in O...
