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Raise funds for charitable causes involving the health, education and safety of the community at large. On an annual basis VOCM Cares donates more $200,000 to local charities in Newfoundland and Labrador. On an annual basis VOCM Cares supports community projects, such as the Happy Tree, Food Drives, Coats for Kids and public awareness campaigns.

WWSEF plans and conducts the science and engineering fair serving senior elementary and secondary youth from Waterloo Region and Wellington and Dufferin counties. Up to 300 young researchers and innovators present projects to a panel of 100 expert judges. A complete project consists of an explanatory display, a log book and a written report. We provide awards in Engineering, Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, as well as three Best Written Report Awards and a Best Communicated Project Award. Several will advance to the Canada-Wide Science Fair. Our afternoon program develops leadership in environmental education and research. WWSEF is a community organization supported mainly by area businesses, service clubs, our local universities and college, individuals, parents and some school boards. About 150 volunteers are active in judging, chaperoning tours and presenting the program.

West Coast LEAF works to make British Columbia an equal place for all women by making the promise of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms a reality in women's lives. Our vision of Canadian society is one that ensures women’s equal access to and full participation in social, economic and political activities. Please visit our website for more information on our current work to further our mission.

The Western Counties Regional Library is a regional public library with 10 branches serving the counties of Digby, Shelburne and Yarmouth in southwestern Nova Scotia. Established in June 1969, the library has its headquarters at 405 Main Street in the Town of Yarmouth, the largest population centre of the three counties. The Western Counties Regional Library began with five staff in 1969 and has grown to 60 full- and part-time employees. Over the years, services were added such as bookmobiles (which were replaced by Library Express), visits to hospitals, seniors residences and schools and Library Express. All of the library branches offer free computer and wireless Internet access.

The Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library is a vibrant community place with services attuned and responsive to the needs of the community and with knowledgeable and friendly staff who work with the Library Board to enhance the lives of the residents of Whitchurch-Stouffville.

Our Vision A Winnipeg where community life flourishes.

Founded in 1976, Working Women Community Centre is a non-profit and charitable organization that provides immigrant women and their families with opportunities to improve the quality of their lives through self-development and community action. We provide a range of services that include: - settlement - language and training - employment - health and wellness - public education and community development

The Yarmouth Hospital Foundation is a registered charitable organization providing funding to enhance patient care at the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Since its establishment in 1970, and through the generosity of the community, the Foundation has helped to fund a major building expansion and has invested more than $17 million in equipment and facilities at the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. On average the Foundation purchases more than $300,000 in patient-related equipment for the hospital each year. The Yarmouth Hospital Foundation is governed by a voluntary board of directors with representatives from the local community and the hospital. Funds are raised through major gift solicitation, community mail appeals, special events, memorial gifts and other fundraising activities.

Yasodhara Ashram is a vibrant spiritual community where people of all ages work together to expand their awareness and to live the teachings of yoga. Open to people from all religious traditions, what we teach and practice promotes values of selfless service, compassion and devotion. Our goal is to bring quality into daily life and Light to the world. We train teachers and foster the growth of affiliated centres. We also publish books, CDs and DVDs of timeless wisdom (www.timeless.org). Founded in 1963 by Swami Radha, the Ashram is a registered educational institution with sister charities in Canada (Friends of Radha Foundation) and the USA (Association for the Development of Human Potential). The Ashram also maintains close relationships with other charities founded on Swami Radha's teachings in the United Kingom and Austrailia.

Education is vital to all children but not all learning takes place in the classroom. The dynamic and exciting theatre experiences that YPT has to offer promote creativity, critical thinking and confidence in young people.

YWS is Etobicoke's singular emergency residence and referral agency serving homeless youth between the ages of 16 and 24. The 30 bed Emergency Residential Program meets the immediate needs of the youth by providing safe shelter, crisis counselling, nutritious food, clothing and hygiene products. Residents are given access to life skills training sessions and workshops through YWS's Steps to Success and Housing Programs. An Employment Program aims to alleviate the obstacles youth encounter in finding and maintaining employment. A Stay in School Program offers longer-term accommodation for up to 20 youth while they focus on completing their education. Youth Without Shelter' s vision is to end homelessness, one youth at a time, one step at a time.

YCS Organizational Goals: ADVOCACY: to advocate for policies, legislation, process and actions which support the conservation of the Yukon’s natural resources and protection of the Yukon’s ecosystems. EDUCATION: to promote and enhance awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the Yukon’s ecosystems and support behaviour and practices which lead to conservation and preservation in the Yukon and beyond. RESEARCH: To undertake research in support of Yukon Conservation Society activities, in particular on topics where a unique contribution can be made or alternative solutions can be developed or demonstrated. INTERNAL ORGANIZATION: To build and maintain a strong territory-wide organization that is efficient, effective, and responsive to Yukon ecological and human conditions.