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In Hastings County Ontario on May 1st, 1991, Quinte Regional Children’s Foundation* was founded to help children who have been abused or neglected and to help prevent further suffering. The Quinte Children's Foundation is the fund raising arm of the Hastings Children's Aid Society. Our mission is to raise funds for programs that let these children be kids again and to raise public awareness that encourages adults to protect the innocent. In 18 years we have touched the lives of over 3,500 children in need and helped over 900 families learn better parenting skills through counseling. We cannot change what has happened to these children, but we can help them heal and break the cycle of abuse and stop abuse before it happens… * Name changed to Quinte Children’s Foundation in 2002

After a skiing accident left him quadriplegic in 1979, Sam Sullivan decided to reach out to other people with disabilities to help them take more responsibility for their lives. Sam believed barriers preventing or limiting full participation in society by people with disabilities could be surmounted through action and effort on the part of the individual, with the support of their able-bodied counterparts. Sam's willpower and entrepreneurship brought into reality several of the objectives he originally set out to achieve. With determination, energy, ingenuity and sheer effort, he launched six non-profit societies, all representing the ideal of promoting full citizenship in the community. The activities and programs these societies offer help improve the lives of people with disabilities not only in Vancouver and B.C. but also across North America and around the world.

MEETING AND GUIDING: Meeting children and their parents; Guiding families according to their needs; Referrals PREVENTIVE ACTIVITIES Stimulation group for children aged 2-5; Reinforcement of parental capacities; Parent-child art therapy workshops; Café meetings; Information workshops; Outdoor family activities; Camp “Summer at School”; Parent-baby stimulation workshops - SPECIFIC ACTIVITES: Meeting with a social paediatrician and the team for global needs assessment; Meeting with child psychiatrists attached to intercultural clinics; Psychoeducation sessions; Art -therapy sessions; Discussions and exchanges for parents of PDD children; Language stimulation workshops; Parent-PDD early childhood stimulation workshops; Stimulation workshops for children aged 4-5 not registered for preschool education program; Adapted summer camp for PDD children;

StepStones for Youth is a unique organization, which has been developed in response to the incredible need in our society for preventative intervention programs. We offer programming that provides resources and opportunities to learn valuable life skills in a safe, supportive, and positive environment. The mandate of our organization is to promote and continually improve fundamental core skills for vulnerable youth that will directly increase their potential for achievement at school, in the community, and as members of the workforce. StepStones for Youth operates a leadership program, a day and residential camp and support services for youth and their families during the year. These programs focus on leadership and life skills, computer, literacy, employment and recreational skills and cultural and arts development. By making a donation to StepStones you will be aiding in the development and education of children who are both financially and socially less fortunate.

Parents as Teachers (PAT) works with parents to provide them with support and information on their developing child and to foster stong, nurturing relationships. Through regular personal home visits, parent group meetings, developmental screenings and connection to community resources the program: - increases parent knowledge of early childhood development and improves parenting practices - provides early detection of developmental delays and health issues - increases children's school readiness and school success - prevents child abuse and neglect The core values of the PAT model are that: - parents are their children's first and most influential teachers - the early years of a child's life are critical for optimal development and provide the foundation for success in school and life - research should be the foundation of parent education and family support services - an understanding and appreciation of the history and traditions of diverse cultures is essential

Rovers Search and Rescue Inc is a volunteer Canadian registered charity. The group has been active in the Northeast Avalon area of Newfoundland since 1972. Originally the organization was involved in search and rescue (SAR) through the provincial Emergency Measures Organization but now falls under the direction of the Provincial Department of Justice. Today, the team is comprised of 75 volunteer men and women who in 2009 contributed over 7,000 hours of service to the local community. The primary mandate of the Rovers GSAR is to provide auxiliary support to the police authorities for ground search and rescue operations and other emergency situations. The team has also been called upon to provide auxiliary support in emergencies affecting communities, and is very active in the community by delivering prevention programs, such as Hug-A-Tree, to schools and youth groups.

Nechako Valley Community Services (NVCSS) is a registered non-profit society (incorporated in 1977) which provides counselling and primary prevention programs for children, youth and adults in Vanderhoof, Fort St James, and Fraser Lake. Operating out of three offices in three communities, NVCSS currently employs 75 staff. NVCSS operates Riverside Place (a residence for seniors and persons with disabilities) two group homes for adults with special needs, and three social enterprise businesses that provide supportive employment for youth and adults with disabilities. NVCSS is innovative and responsive to our communities’ socio-economic needs and will collaborate to design and deliver quality client-centred programming. We are a well-respected, vibrant and resilient organization that models exemplary practices with stakeholders. For more information on our agency, please see our website www.nvcss.ca

We began caring for seniors and enabling seniors to care for themselves in 1983. We continue to do so today as an accredited, not-for-profit community support service agency in Toronto by offering a wide range of practical and low-cost services to seniors and their caregivers. Our services help seniors stay safe, connected, and live as independently as possible. They also prevent premature on inappropriate institutionalization. We supply services regardless of ability, race, religion, ethnic origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and are committed to LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) inclusiveness. Our services include: Adult Day Programs • Caregiver Education and Support • Community Dining • Dementia Care Residence • Friendly Visiting and Security Check • Health and Wellness Programs • House Calls • Home Care and Respite • Meals on Wheels • Social Work • Supportive Housing •Transportation and Toronto Ride

Your annual membership and donation dollars help ensure that our organization is able to provide services (such as the BC Transit Ticket Assistance Program), resources, (such as the Living Wage and Affordability Index), and leadership (such as our work in food security) that we have brought to this community for many years. You can also choose to direct your donation toward the development of our new Community Investment Fund for affordable housing and community enterprise in the Capital Region. Your financial contributions support new ways of working together to create a vibrant and sustainable community and to support new initiatives to tackle the many challenges to the quality of life for people in the region. Key priority areas of work that your membership and donation dollars will support in the coming year are: • Reducing and Preventing Poverty • Housing Affordability • Community Economic Development • Sustainability of the Region (social, economic and environmental)

REACH is a community health centre that has been located on the east side of Vancouver since 1969. We became incorporated as a non-profit society in 1970 with a Board of Directors comprised primarily of community members and patients of the clinic. Since its inception, REACH has endeavored to meet the medical, dental, and cultural needs of the community with an emphasis on prevention and the development of programs which reflect the ongoing needs of the ever changing composition of the community. We are committed to reducing health inequities. The community of which REACH is a part is a richly diversified ethnic setting in the area known as Grandview Woodlands. REACH has a strong commitment to community development and works to build a collaborative relationship with users of the clinic. There is an equally strong commitment on behalf of the staff to illustrate an openness and acceptance of the ethnic, cultural and social diversity which is found in our community.

Our Purpose We were founded on the belief that women must take a leadership role in shaping society’s direction in order to achieve equity and equality for all women. To that end, we are part of the oldest and largest women’s social service organization in Canada. We have been providing professional and accessible services for women and their families at the YWCA Edmonton for over 100 years. Our Vision Sees women shaping a world of equality, opportunity and choice. We Are Continuing..... To be strong advocates for women and their families with our events, dedication and services. To create and design environments which will grow, inspire and empower the female leaders of tomorrow. To work tirelessly to not only end but to prevent family violence. AND To improve individuals’ quality of life and the strength of our families by using a holistic approach to our program delivery. www.ywcaofedmonton.org to see Women of Distinction or Walk a Mile in Her Shoes events.

Cowichan Women Against Violence Society's (CWAVS) main purpose is to provide shelter and a range of services for women and children seeking safety and responding to physical or sexual abuse or violence. Services include a transition house for women seeking shelter from an abusive situation; crisis support; women's support group; counselling, information and support for women; community-based victim services; children's counselling and groups; pre-employment services for women facing barriers to independence related to past abuse or trauma; prevention activities; and community development activities designed to promote safety, develop capacities, provide community voice, and connect community members with local government and organizations. CWAVS also provides information, support and public education to community organizations and agencies about violence against women and children; and works collaboratively on mutual community goals.