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At Havergal, we prepare young women not only to succeed in the 21st century, but to make a difference in their chosen pursuits by enabling each girl to develop her full intellectual, creative, spiritual and physical potential.

Founded in 1948 as the St Catharines Civic Orchestra by Jan Wolanek, the Niagara Symphony was initially a community orchestra; its governing body assumed the name St. Catharines Symphony Association in 1963 and changed it in 1978 to the Niagara Symphony Association to reflect increased regional responsibilities. Now a 52-piece professional orchestra, the Niagara Symphony operates under a collective agreement with Local 298 of the AF of M. It is a professional music resource serving all communities in the Niagara Region. Each season includes four Masterworks programs and four POPS programs - 12 concerts each year. The Symphony delivers programs, performances and musical services at the highest possible professional level, serving the musical needs and expectations of the Region's residents and visitors. Through its outstanding contribution to the cultural ecology of the Niagara Region, the Niagara Symphony is an example of what makes Niagara a great place in which to live.

The Peterborough Humane Society, a registered charitable organization dependent on public donations, was established in 1941. As an Affiliated Society of the OSPCA, with the mandate to facilitate and provide for the prevention of cruelty to animals and their relief therefrom, our Humane Society offers a wide range of vital services to the community. Working in cooperation with many agencies and departments we continue promoting responsible pet ownership concepts through community outreach, one-on-one encounters with residents and the use of legal action as the last resort. Approximately 1,500 animals are received at the shelter each year, many of which are lost, injured or abandoned. While in our care they are provided with food, care, shelter and lots of love and attention. We speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. The Peterborough Humane Society is grateful to our supporters, staff, and volunteers for their wonderful support and dedication.

The Group of 78 is an association of Canadians committed to leadership in the promotion of global stewardship: a Canadian foreign policy based on the pursuit of peace, justice and global survival. The Group began in 1980 when several concerned and distinguished Canadians crafted a statement on how Canada could contribute to the building of a peaceful, secure world. In November 1981 that statement, Canadian Foreign Policy in the 80s, was sent to Prime Minister Trudeau. It was signed by 78 Canadians – a group of 78. The statement set out three inter-related objectives. In summary: • removal of the threat of nuclear war • mobilization of resources to achieve a more equitable international order • strengthening and reform of the United Nations and other global institutions

The Canadian Battlefields Foundation (CBF) underwrites an annual bursary program for study and research in Canadian military history of the 20th Century and supports and encourages Canadian universities in the teaching of and research into Canada's military operations of the 20th Century. CBF commemorates the service and sacrifice of all Canadians who have served their country in the cause of freedom.

Through our French-language programs and online community, we highlight the social and career advantages of bilingualism and forge linguistic and cultural links among secondary school students enrolled in French courses across the country.

The Nathaniel Dett Chorale is the premier performer of Canadian Afrocentric composers and a touchstone for the education of audiences and communities regarding the full spectrum Afrocentric choral music. The chorale aspires to position itself globally as ambassadors recognizing diversity as the foundation of life, while honouring the artistic process of music at the core of its activities. The Nathaniel Dett Chorale is Canada’s first professional choral group dedicated to performing Afrocentric music of all styles, including classical, spiritual, gospel, jazz, folk and blues. The Chorale offers its publics ways of connecting through curated experiences of Afrocentric music. The Chorale promotes awareness of and interest in Afrocentric vocal music, past, present and future, in the spirit of African-Canadian composer R. Nathaniel Dett.

The Quesnel Community Foundation is a public charity that gives grants to projects to help improve or address an issue in our community. We have a permanent Community Investment fund, which will never be spent. To date, we have given out $175,000 in grants to deserving community groups since we were founded in 2001. We are autonomous and governed by a volunteer board of local leaders. We are a member of Community Foundations of Canada and receive advice and assistance from them, as well as the Vancouver Foundation.

Access to clean energy and light creates a healthy and safe home environment, enhances opportunities for education and contributes to economic development by increasing disposable income and encouraging entrepreneurship. Working in some of the most remote and undeserved areas in the world, LUTW provides technical training and builds the capacity of local service providers to transition away from unhealthy fuels and disposable batteries for energy and light. LUTW has worked with over 220 partner organizations to bring solar power to communities in 54 countries. Visit us at www.lutw.org to learn more.

HATN works with communities in Mali, West Africa, and in Bolivia, South America. Among our recent activities are: - construction of two community health centers/hospitals and related support (financial, equipment, medical know-how); - implementing free medical/dental clinics and check-ups; - construction of a maternity centre and related support; - support of 3 schools with two more school construction projects in progress; - implementation of numerous water filtration systems, public latrines and educational programs on hygiene/sanitation practices; and, - education programs on irrigation and livestock management. A volunteer-based organization having no employees, HATN has been able to achieve low administration costs without sacrificing organizational effectiveness. In 2012, administration costs were less than 5% of total expenditures. To learn more, please visit www.hatn.org.

Started in 2001 by Artistic Directors Nancy Dahn and Timothy Steeves, Tuckamore Festival brings talented young artists and composers from across Canada and beyond to our province to practice, study, and perform. Faculty artists mentor young musicians and composers throughout a two-week mid-summer program. Outstanding guest artists from around the world arrive in St. John’s to coach these aspiring musicians and to present a superb concert series for music lovers.

The Glenn Gould Foundation will, in the spirit of Glenn Gould, inspire, support and celebrate artistic endeavour by globally implementing the Mission.