At a Tipping Point: The Trilemma Facing Canada’s Charitable Sector

Executive Summary

Canada’s charitable sector is a cornerstone of social and economic well-being, delivering essential services and employing millions. Yet it is under growing strain. Long-standing challenges—unpredictable funding, rising service demands, and workforce pressures—have reached a critical point. Without strategic intervention, the sector’s ability to deliver vital support and respond to future crises is at risk.

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