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If you were asked to name two great leaders of Canadian Socialism, it is likely that Tommy Douglas and M.J. Coldwell would come to mind. Their life-long contributions to social democracy in Canada and around the globe are well celebrated. One dream they shared was to create a Canadian equivalent to Britain's Fabian Society, an independent left-wing group unobligated to any other organization or political party. In 1971 this dream became a reality with the establishment of the Douglas-Coldwell Foundation with Tommy Douglas as it's founding President. In the words of Tommy Douglas, the Foundation would be "a gadfly to provoke discussion…to keep the movements on the left-whether the co-operative movement, the trade union movement or the political movement- from getting in a rut."

Douglas College Foundation was incorporated in 1985 with a principal mandate to raise money for student aid. Through the generosity and support of our donors, the Foundation assists up to 2,000 students annually through bursaries, awards and scholarships. By removing financial barriers, the Foundation is able to help students reach their educational goals.

The Dundas Valley Orchestra is a community orchestra comprised of talented amateur musicians of all ages. Each season we perform two public concerts and at least four concerts at long term care facilities and retirement residences. These concerts help fulfill our mandate to bring music to our community. Our repertoire is varied, ranging from familiar symphonies to folk music to music from operas, Broadway and Hollywood.

DVSA is an independent, not-for-profit school that has been providing visual art education to the Hamilton-Wentworth region for over 45 years. The school has a significant influence on the cultural development of the region and plays a vital role in the education of the community. As a leading art school, DVSA is well known for its ability to provide high quality art education at an accessible and affordable level. The school provides visual art instruction for people ranging from pre-school to senior citizens. If you have any questions about making a gift, please do not hesitate to contact the Dundas Valley School of Art.

Based in Victoria BC, the Early Music Society of the Islands (EMSI) is one of North America's most active and successful early music societies. It was founded in 1985 to promote interest in historically-informed performances of music composed before 1800. EMSI presents annual concert seasons of music from the middle ages to the early classical period. Its concert home is the beautiful Alix Goolden Hall. All concerts feature internationally acclaimed period instrument ensembles: Hesperion, Baltimore Consort, Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra, Amsterdam Loeki Stardust Quartet, Ton Koopman, Nancy Argenta and Daniel Taylor are among the notable artists the Society has presented. EMSI offers an early music bursary, arranges master classes with visiting artists, helps local musicians promote their concerts, and makes its harpsichord available for community early music concerts. It is a 100% volunteer, non-profit organization.

Since Quinte Symphony’s founding in 1960 by Music Director Stephen Choma as the Eastern Ontario Concert Orchestra, we have presented soloists performing orchestral music, including many Canadian works. At the time of the orchestra’s formation, there were many highly trained, local amateur musicians who were passionate about music. This new orchestra also provided an opportunity for students to perform alongside more experienced musicians. Notable names in musical circles have led Quinte Symphony including Kerry Stratton and Clifford Crawley. Gordon Craig became Music Director in 1990 and transformed Quinte Symphony into a small symphony orchestra capable of playing from the standard symphonic repertoire. Quinte Symphony’s commitment to encouraging musical development has seen the addition of student awards programmes and ensemble performances in schools and at local community events. We self-present a 4 concert MasterWorks series and frequently a Quinte Symphony Pops concert.

Since opening its doors in 1997, the Francis Winspear Centre for music has served as a beacon for excellence in music and performance in Edmonton. In addition to superior acoustics and a visually stunning design, the Winspear Centre is home to the famed Davis Concert Organ, Canada’s largest concert pipe organ. The Winspear Centre produces The World at Winspear concert series, and is the performance home of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, one of Canada’s largest symphony orchestras. A non-profit organization, the Winspear Centre relies on ticket sales, parking and rental revenue as its primary sources of funding and is the only performance venue in Alberta which operates without the support of any level of government. By making a donation to the Winspear Centre you can help to maintain this magnificent facility and ensure that our community continues to attract the local, national and international artists who perform here each year.

An annual summer frestival the long weekend of August featuring 63 countries representing over 75 cultures. Each pavilion provides ethnic entertainment and culinary delights.

Edmonton Opera Association was incorporated by a committed group of citizens who wanted to bring professional opera to Edmonton, a legacy we have maintained since 1963. Our chorus of talented amateurs come from all walks of life from in and around Edmonton. The chorus has also been a training ground for young singers who have gone on to pursue vocal and acting careers. Our employment of Grant MacEwan field experience placements, Alberta Community Employment clients, and University of Alberta Co-op students adds richness to our talent pool.

As the professional orchestra of Alberta’s creative capital city, the ESO presents over 80 concerts a year of symphonic music in all genres, from classical to country. Our Educational Concert Series engages and entertains over 26,000 Edmonton-area school children each year, both in the classroom and at the Winspear Centre. The acoustically superb, 1716 seat Francis Winspear Centre for Music is home to the ESO and houses the famous Davis Concert Organ. The ESO also regularly performs as the opera and ballet orchestra for Edmonton Opera and Alberta Ballet productions. Ticket sales only cover 40% of the funds necessary to keep our orchestra playing. We invite you to make a tax deductible donation, joining hundreds of individuals who like you share the vision of a strong a prosperous professional orchestra for the entire community to enjoy.

Since its inception, the staff of counselors at ÉDUCATION-COUP-DE-FIL consists of licensed professionals with degrees in social work, psychology or psychoeducation. All have many years of experience in their field and a recognized expertise in intervention with families. • The consultations are done by TELEPHONE only, either in French or in English. • WE TAKE AS MUCH TIME as is necessary to listen to and understand the person who calls. Our consultations do not have a time limit. • WE OFFER THE POSSIBILITY OF FOLLOW-UPS, always anonymous, with the same counselor. This personalized approach makes it easier to work on the more complex problems.

What is the Community of Heart? An opportunity for the community to take responsibility for developing our youth into balanced, inspired and energized leaders of tomorrow.   We are working to develop and expand a Community of parents, businesses and individuals who contribute a sustainable monthly donation which will be used to create low priced and free Educo opportunities for young people. Our first goal is 500 people giving monthly support! How Will The Funds Be Used?? 3 Ways: 1. Educo will offer many more full and partial scholarships to young people. 2. To reduce our prices.  Though we offer much more than most site based summer camps, we could charge the same amount which requires assistance. 3. Lastly, the money will be used how you would like us to use it!  As a part of the Community of Heart, you will be informed how we are spending the money and you will have the ability to offer ideas, vote on new program directions and give feedback on development.