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Value Statement: We value and promote the holistic knowledge and practices that support the sharing of national First Nations communities to love, respect and nurture First Nations children, young people, families, communities and nations. Core Values: Love and respect for our children, young people, families, communities and nations Respect for the people who work with First Nations children, young people, families, communities, and nations. The sharing of our individual and collective resources (knowledge, wealth, ideas, etc.) to nurture and care for the First Nations children in Canada. Respecting the value of diverse First Nations teachings and practices for today’s First Nations children, young people and families. Please visit our website at www.fncaringsociety.com

The GBCTA has three main program initiatives. The organization has successfully built two trails around the hamlet of Bragg Creek, and is pursuing the development of a trail connecting the hamlet to west Bragg Creek Kananaskis Country. In addition, the association is developing and maintaining summer and winter hiking, biking, snowshoeing and ski trails at west Bragg Creek. In addition to funding from private donations, the association also pursues corporate and foundation financing to build and maintain trails. The Association's volunteer activities have contributed to an improved visitor experience to the Bragg Creek area, generating economic activity for local business, while encouraging safe and healthy lifestyle opportunities. The development of an All-Season Trail network in west Bragg Creek will improve the recreational and tourism options for the businesses in the Hamlet.

We work in six regions located in Africa, Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe Latin and North America & the Caribbean. WBU programs and activities reflect the following six priority areas: 1. Promoting equalization of opportunities and full participation in society for blind and partially sighted persons. 2. Enhancing empowerment and self-esteem of blind and partially sighted persons. 3. To be an international resource on issues relating to vision loss. 4. Providing an international forum for the exchange of knowledge and experience in the field of vision loss. 5. Strengthening programs and services related to the education, health, welfare, social security, rehabilitation and general well-being of blind and partially sighted people. 6. Promoting prevention of blindness initiatives. The work of the WBU is carried out by working groups & committees made up of volunteers from our membership who bring their skills and expertise from various sectors to enhance our capacity.

Through professional resources, programs, and services the West Island Cancer Wellness Centre (WICWC) helps people with cancer and their personal support circles sustain their quality of life and remain active and productive personally and professionally from diagnosis to outcome and beyond. Our educational programs and services for mind, body, and spirit: • Benefit physiological and psychological responses • Support and augment traditional medical services • Help manage the fear, stress, and other challenges associated with dealing with cancer • Are 100% FREE OF CHARGE

Responsible for creating the future vision for one of Manitoba’s most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy is the not-for-profit organization that is planning to redevelop and manage Assiniboine Park’s operations and ensure its ongoing financial viability. Transformational plans are underway to enhance the green space, create best-in-class facilities, and become a model of conservation – while protecting the park’s cherished character for the benefit of all citizens. Chaired by Hartley Richardson, the board of Assiniboine Park Conservancy is composed of influential leaders, who have a deep sense of responsibility for this community-owned asset. Assiniboine Park Conservancy will rally the help of citizens, government, and the private sector, to raise the capital required to bring this vision into reality.

All of us at Umbrella have struggled – or watched a loved one struggle – with addiction. We have a profound respect for this complex and confounding illness. We’ve been there. That’s where we learned the value of understanding, nonjudgmental acceptance, and support. If you’re feeling frightened and alone, confused and overwhelmed by substance use issues, we can help.

The key activities of Compassion Society are the operation of a free clothing share, food cupboard and referral program. Through community donations and membership with Refresh Foods we are able to provide emergency support to over 3,000 adults, children and seniors, including many newcomers to Canada. If the service required is something we cannot provide, we make sure that people know where to find assistance. We are proud to be able to work closely with front line staff from many Halton organizations including Halton Children's Aid, Halton Multicultural Council and Halton Women's Place.

Food4Kids provides backpacks of healthy food for kids with limited or no food during weekend periods. Packages of healthy foods are prepared off-site by volunteers and delivered to schools each Friday to ensure children have nourishment over the weekend. Each food package contains kid friendly, non-perishable and easy to prepare meals with maximum nutrient value. For many children, hunger is not an occasional missed meal... it is a way of life. Children are often helpless in controlling the food supply in their homes. Food4Kids ensures children lacking food are provided with nourishment vital to their physical, emotional, cognitive, social and academic success. The cost per backpack is $10.00 or $400 to feed a child for an entire school year.

Next Step Ministries helps people take their Next Step. Moving beyond the basic needs of survival, we help people engage in activities that will support and enhance their lives physically, emotionally and spiritually. We come along side people who have experienced drug addiction, trauma, sexual exploitation, homelessness or have been in jail and need to rebuild their lives but are lacking the support and skills to do so. We have recently opened "Sparrow House" second stage housing for those who have been sexually exploited. We also offer a life skills day program for the women we serve. In short we help people take their Next Step whether it is writing a resume, getting a GED, learning basic skills such as cooking or budgeting as well as connecting them with the greater community through the use of volunteers.

Everyone needs help at some time- our goal is to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable street youth here in Vancouver. The H.E.L.P. Scholarship Fund gives street youth the chance at a better life through education, skills learning and apprenticeship.

Committed to creating a world of welcome, Kinbrace actively engages people in Canada's refugee protection system by providing: Housing We transition families and singles from homelessness to regular housing. Orientation We direct newcomers through the complexities of systems and culture for purposeful integration. Accompaniment We walk with people through the vulnerability of displacement, exile and loss to strengthen resiliency. Education We inspire the Canadian public into an informed, hopeful and mobilized posture of welcome and embrace.

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation. A registered charity, DUC partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations and landowners to conserve wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment. • DUC has 139,000 grassroots supporters across the country, including 6,200 volunteers. • DUC was established in 1938 by conservation-minded waterfowlers who recognized the importance of wetlands. DUC is proud of its waterfowling heritage. • DUC has 75 years of experience conserving wetlands. DUC is part of a larger Ducks Unlimited family, which includes Ducks Unlimited in the United States, Mexico and New Zealand.