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Minister MacDonald announces organizations to deliver the Local Food Infrastructure Fund: Community Support Stream to strengthen food security in communities across Canada

The initial recipients, Food Banks Canada and Second Harvest, will each receive up to $10 million in funding to further distribute through individual applications to eligible food banks and not-for-profit community-based organizations (known as ultimate recipients) to acquire and distribute food to families in need. Eligible community-based organizations are encouraged to use the Community Support Stream Initial Recipient Finder to determine which organization best serves their geographic area and needs.
Government of Canada
Oct 23, 2026
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Terry Fox Foundation gets record $25M donation

The Terry Fox Foundation received a huge boost Thursday, with the largest single donation in the organization’s history: $25 million from the Larry and Judy Tanenbaum Family Foundation.
CTV News
Oct 22, 2026
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Chatham-Kent man lives in storage container to raise money for local kids

A Ridgetown man is giving up his everyday comforts for a week in hopes of raising $12,000 for children and youth in Chatham-Kent. Isaac Davey began living inside a portable storage container in downtown Chatham at the Exordia Creative office at 5 Llewellyn St. on Monday as part of the “7 Days Contained, For the Kids” fundraising challenge supporting the Children’s Treatment Centre Foundation of Chatham-Kent.
CTV News
Oct 20, 2026
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Spooktacular Ways to Give Back: Celebrating Halloween 2026 in Oshawa

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Spooktacular Ways to Give Back: Celebrating Halloween 2026 in Oshawa

Discover how Ontarians can celebrate Halloween 2026 by connecting with local events, community groups, and volunteer opportunities across Oshawa.

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The 2026 National Poppy Campaign Begins October 24

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The 2026 National Poppy Campaign Begins October 24

Starting October 24, learn how local volunteers across Oshawa power the 2026 Poppy Campaign to support veterans and families right in our community.

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The Globe and Mail Highlights the Volunteers Bringing Heart to Canadian Healthcare

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The Globe and Mail Highlights the Volunteers Bringing Heart to Canadian Healthcare

From baby cuddlers to rural drivers, discover how volunteers across Canada bring kindness and comfort to our healthcare system.

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