Canada’s Social Safety Net: A Call to Reform Funding Models for Charities

Executive Summary

Charities are a vital pillar of Canada’s social safety net and economy—delivering essential services, employing millions, and strengthening communities. Yet many organizations are under growing strain due to chronic funding challenges. Short-term, restricted, and unstable funding models have left the sector in a precarious position, limiting its ability to retain staff, plan for the future, and respond to rising demand. As Canada grapples with an affordability crisis, economic uncertainty, and shifting community needs, a resilient and sustainable charitable sector is more important than ever. However, without meaningful reform to current funding practices—the sector’s ability to deliver critical services is at serious risk.

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