Here’s a glance at what our ED, Hillory Tenute, brought forward to the Standing Senate Committee on Indigenous Peoples today, as part of its study on Bill C-29, an Act to provide for the establishment of a national council for reconciliation. #APPA #SenateofCanada #BillC29

An incredible a-ha moment about innovation when Justin invited us to think about "regenerating vs. extracting". We are so grateful to Justin for sharing his brilliant insights on Indigenous innovation. Watch the full recording: bit.ly/3oQiI2H Justin Wiebe (he/him)

THE Sam Bird hosts this awesome podcast featuring Indigenous young people talking about what good (and bad) youth engagement looks like. Have you ever engaged Indigenous young people? If you have, you should listen. If you haven't, you should really listen.

Great to see some @BanffForum friends in Toronto tonight for a discussion on Toronto’s cultural identity and how the city is fostering or stagnating its cultural potential.

Great to see other foundations committing real funds and shifting power and decision making directly to Indigenous people & Nations. Hey philanthropy, more of this! And if you need a list of great Indigenous-led funds, foundations, & philanthropic efforts send me a note.

Wonderful morning spent with the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies team and partners to launch pawâcikêwikamik! It’s a beautiful space that centres Indigenous knowledge and expertise to further Indigenous-led innovation and entrepreneurship.

The use of the word "subordinate" is a problem and is factually untrue. This doesn't negate any overstepping and wrongdoing of Métis governments outside of our homeland - that needs to stop. BUT, Métis rights and title (within our homeland) are not subordinate to others.

More of this in philanthropy is needed.

The Definity Foundation is excited to share our inaugural Annual Report! We entered the philanthropic space at such a pivotal moment, when economic disasters and worldwide protests against racism brought intensified inequities to light. Visit definityfoundation.org for more.

Love seeing each new cohort of DiverseCity Fellows, especially when a colleague like Erica McCloskey is one of them. Congrats all!

This 5-year partnership will support Indigenous entrepreneurs & uplift Northern leadership, mobilize a community of changemakers, empower the spirit of innovation, & make financing more equitable for underserved communities. bit.ly/3t4lXFb

Join @definityfdn as a Program Director for Climate and Health! Make a meaningful impact in addressing inequalities. Bring your passion for social change. Learn more and apply: bit.ly/DIFprogramdire… #JobOpportunity #ClimateHealth #Socialimpact

Listen to our new podcast episode in partnership with The Philanthropist Journal: Not your typical conference: Insights about hosting from The Circle’s 2023 All My Relations gathering Guests AMR Consulting, Justin Wiebe (he/him), Josh Paterson (he/him) Host Holly McLellan thephilanthropist.ca/2023/10/not-yo… #AMRGathering

What ideas must The Philanthropist Journal foster? How can it lead the way on change or provide momentum for change that is already underway? Tim Harper spoke to Rebecca Darwent Justin Wiebe (he/him) Sylvia Parris-Drummond Monica Allaby Abdul Nakua about the future. thephilanthropist.ca/2023/10/a-look…

We are thrilled to partner with @Definityfc and @Windmillcanada in channeling $1.1 million towards addressing systemic barriers faced by immigrants and refugees in Canada. Thank you Windmill for inviting us into this work. #EconomicEmpowerment #InclusiveProsperity

Totally agree, supporting infrastructure is critical. In the Indigenous charitable context even more so. Organizations like The Circle on Philanthropy National Association of Friendship Centres NACCA & many others play an essential role in supporting their members & bridging the gap between the national & local.

Last week to nominate talented individuals to speak at potential sessions of our 2024 Conference. Please complete this form by January 31 (ow.ly/QO0S50Qvqpc). To find out more about streams and potential sessions, visit our webpage: ow.ly/5E7G50Qvqpe

Why does the social impact sector opt for the safety of silence? In this Op-Ed piece, Paula Sahyoun from The Palestine Impact Collective questions the social impact sector's reluctance to speak out about the ongoing genocide in Palestine. ⤵