We support organizations that:
- are a registered Canadian charity in good standing with the Canada Revenue Agency.
- provide programs or services in Canada.
- serve a broad community interest aligned with our pillars of support and our company purpose – to improve the mental, physical and financial well-being of Canadians.
- are financially sound, well-managed, and accountable to a volunteer board of directors.
- do not discriminate based on race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, veteran status, disability or other characteristic protected by law.
- have submitted a final report demonstrating impact and appropriate use of funds for any initiatives previously funded by our company.
We generally don't support:
- Individuals and individual pursuits
- For-profit enterprises
- Projects outside Canada
- Daycares, preschools, primary or secondary schools
- Student organizations
- Associations, clubs, fraternal or service organizations
- Professional or technical associations
- Conferences
- Travel, accommodations and entertainment
- Religious or sectarian organizations
- In-kind contributions
- Amateur, elite or professional sports
- Registration for sporting events
- Golf tournaments
- Festivals and camps
- Private or corporate foundations
- Endowments
- Third-party fundraising on behalf of a charity
- Political campaigns
- Government and municipalities
- Loans, investments or deficit reduction
- Charities supported by organizations we already fund, such as United Way