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The Friends of the Tay Watershed (FoTW) is a non-profit association, dedicated to preserving and enhancing the health of the Tay River Watershed. It was founded and obtained incorporated non-profit charitable status in 2001. The Tay is a magnificent tributary of the Rideau Canal system in eastern Ontario, covering 95 kilometers and encompassing 46 lakes and numerous streams and wetlands. The FoTW involves landowners, water users, and other interested parties in programs to improve the health of the Tay River Watershed. It works to: 1. educate the public and watershed stakeholders on the benefits of maintaining and improving wildlife habitat, recreation, and water quality and quantity in the Tay Watershed; 2. carry forward the recommendations of the Tay River Watershed Management Plan; 3. promote the coordination of water protection and improvement activities from the range of organizations involved in watershed management. Please visit our website at www.tayriver.org

Pamoja Tujenge means “Let’s Build Together” in Swahili. Pamoja was founded in 2005 and has brought people together from Canada, the United States, Europe and Africa to work with the residents of three small rural villages in Katanga Province in southern DRC. Pamoja's current focus is on building and staffing a health and education centre, and operating a mobile health unit for the Katebi villages and surrounding areas. Our first step is to build a multipurpose house which will be a guest house for visiting doctors and volunteers, as well as a temporary medical facility until the full centre is built. Funds required for building and staffing the multipurpose house: $30,000 for one year. Funds required for building and operations of the complete centre for 3 years: $275,000 The design for the centre has been completed through a partnership with Ryerson University's department of Architectural Science, and Arup Toronto, an engineering consultancy.

Canine Action Project is dedicated to achieving healthy, safe communities for people and their dogs. By helping communities achieve balance between dog and community health. We facilitate a variety of programs which includes, on site spay and neuter clinics, programs to balance the health of the people and their dogs and humane education programs used in school and community programs. Humane education teaches people a ethical balanced sensitivity for all living things. Smaller programs are also facilitated which includes dwellings for dogs. This program provides dog houses to owners who don't have shelter for their dogs. It may include building houses through community or school programs. We also facilitate a dog food program which provides people with dog food on a periodic basis whom have taken the initiative to get their dogs spayed and neutered. C.A.P believes education is the foundation for change.

America SCORES Los Angeles inspires urban youth to lead healthy lives, be engaged students, and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world. America SCORES partners with urban schools to provide a high quality, team-based program that integrates soccer, poetry, and service- learning. Our innovative approach improves students' health, academic achievement, and civic engagement.

The purpose of The Fredericton Regional Family Resource Centre is to be the hub of a support network for families with children six and under. The FRFRC aims to connect families with community services, resources and extends to distinct outreach sites in our region. Its main goals are to enhance positive parenting skills, to improve the health and safety of preschool children, and to provide information, support and referral services to parents.

CCAMRE'S MANDATE IS TO SHARE OUR SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, FUNDS AND OTHER RESOURCES TO WORK IN AREAS OF: DISASTER RELIEF, EDUCATION, HEALTH AND AWARENESS BUILDING, MEDICAL AID, PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT. WE HAVE VARIOUS FUNDRAISING EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TO ENABLE US TO CONTINUE OUR WORK IN GUATEMALA. PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.

We are people with Type 1 diabetes who share a vision: To create a culture of support and engagement in diabetes self-management through peer-based experiential diabetes education, physical activity and outdoor adventure pursuits. By creating a community that is motivating, supporting and inspiring individuals to take charge of their health today, we are helping to improve the quality of life for people with diabetes now and tomorrow.

At EYET, we work with families and partners on a one-stop-shopping model of services from prenatal education, to grade 1 and beyond. In addition, we are helping families’ access resources which will keep them strong and healthy: quality affordable housing, food security, childcare, job opportunities, health information and support for participants – whether they be parents, grandparents or childcare providers.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Help us spread our message of diabetes management and prevention. The Canadian Diabetes Association works in communities across the country to promote the health of Canadians and eliminate diabetes through our strong nationwide network of volunteers, employees, healthcare professionals, researchers, partners and supporters. In the struggle against this global epidemic, our expertise is recognized around the world.

Formed in 1987, this registered society provides physical, psychological and social benefits to all physically, mentally and emotionally challenged children and adults. All riders undergo a screening by the appropriate medical professional(s) prior to starting in the program. We have 8 different programs taught by counsellors, psychotherapists, social workers and instructors (who are certified through Equine Canada or the Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association). Horses are chosen carefully for their patience and kindness. New volunteers are always welcome and they are trained to help out the riders. Today, with the help of over 135 volunteers, we have become the largest therapeutic riding program in British Columbia, with 130 clients attending per week.

CMCC is a fully accredited academic institution recognized as one of the most rigorous and innovative chiropractic programs in North America. The Toronto based campus features modern teaching and laboratory space, the largest English language chiropractic library in Canada, and a network of community based clinics serving a diverse patient base with more than 74,000 patient visits each year. Founded in 1945, CMCC is a not for profit charitable organization. CMCC receives no direct government funding and relies on tuition, membership and community / alumni donations to fund its operations. Your contribution to CMCC will help us create leaders in spinal health and support research aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, a leading cause of long-term disability. Improved care for these disorders can relieve the strain on health care systems around the world by helping millions of patients regain the ability to lead healthy, active lives.

B.C. 4-H - Developing Leaders and Strengthening Communities - Since 1914 - The 4-H program provides young people with an opportunity to learn how to become productive, self-assured adults who can make their community and country a better place in which to live. This is fostered through project and program work, experiences with their 4-H club members and leaders and their participation in district, regional and provincial programs. The goal of the 4-H program is youth development. The objectives of 4-H clubs are knowledge, leadership, citizenship and personal development. The 4-H motto is "Learn to Do by Doing" 4-H stands for HEAD, HEART, HANDS AND HEALTH. The 4-H pledge describes the significance of the four H's: I pledge: My HEAD to clearer thinking My HEART to greater loyalty My HANDS to larger service, My HEALTH to better living, For my Club, my Community and My Country