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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 12h

Despite contributions 755,000 people with intellectual disabilities bring to families, classrooms & workplaces in Canada, the majority live in precarious conditions. In our Accessibility series, @taralev.bsky.social presents successes from @inclusioncanada.bsky.social: carleton.ca/panl/2025/in...

Working Toward an Inclusive Canada | PANL

Tara Levandier is the Executive Director of Operations & Social Impact for Inclusion Canada (and is an MPNL alumna in the 2014 cohort). This article

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 7d

Job post: "Chair in Philanthropy" Associate Professor (Tenure Track) position: We're looking for an exceptional scholar specializing in philanthropy & nonprofit research to be a leader in advancing the field in Canada and internationally. Deadline: Oct. 15/25: carleton.ca/deputyprovos...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 15d

Tatenda Nyamande, CEO of the Immigrants & Refugees Support Network Canada, explains what drew her to the Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership program this year -- and what stands out the most in the courses and among classmates from all walks of life.
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Tatenda Nyamande assesses the MPNL program, Ottawa, 2025

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 23d

Across Canada, arts organizations implement innovative programs to increase accessibility. In this Q&A, Jenel Shaw, ED of Arts AccessAbility Network Manitoba, talks about detailed Accessibility Audits that benefit entire communities, not only the disability community: carleton.ca/panl/2025/je...

"Accessibility doesn’t help only a few groups; it helps the entire community" -- Jenel Shaw | PANL

Jenel Shaw is a self-taught visual artist and strong activist for the Deaf and disability community. She’s the Executive Director of Arts AccessAbility

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Sep 3

On September 25, if you're in Ottawa, please join Glenn McInnes and others for the celebratory book launch of “Lessons in Philanthropy: The Legacy of Barb McInnes,” from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the @ottawaartgallery.bsky.social (OAG).

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Aug 29

People in our sector are used to preaching to the converted. "Nonprofits as a whole need to tell a story that people outside of nonprofits can understand." In this video, Dakota Mcgovern explains why the MPNL program is excellent in showing how to expand the scope of our work.

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Aug 25

"Educate yourself about Deaf culture & the rich diversity within the Deaf & hard-of-hearing community. Even learning a few basic signs or the correct terminology..."--Richard Belzile, Canadian Association of the Deaf. His article is part of “Making Canada Accessible”:
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A photo of Richard Belzile wearing a suit and tie.

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Aug 19

Job post for an exceptional scholar specializing in philanthropy & nonprofit research to be a leader in advancing the field in Canada & internationally. This is Canada’s first Chair in Philanthropy, at the rank of Associate Professor (Tenure Track). Deadline: Oct. 15/25. carleton.ca/deputyprovos...

Chair in Philanthropy, School of Public Policy and Administration (Philanthropy; Nonprofit and Management) - Office of the Deputy Provost (Academic Operations and Planning)

About the Position The Faculty of Public and Global Affairs at Carleton University invites applications from qualified candidates for Canada’s first Chair in Philanthropy, associated with the Philanth...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Aug 15

Every day, infrastructure is built in Canada & people assume building codes do what's needed in terms of accessibility — & we know that’s untrue. @rickhansenfdn.bsky.social runs an Accessibility Certification program that rates sites in Canada for accessibility.
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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Jul 30

Joannie Tremblay-Boire, a new MPNL Associate Professor, introduces herself and talks about the program. Click her bio for another video about her research and info about her: carleton.ca/mpnl/cu-peop...

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Jun 19

In a new episode of the PhilanthroThink Podcast, our hosts sit with Wanda Brascoupe, co-founder of the Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund, to explore how Indigenous-led giving is reshaping philanthropy in Canada. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or: carleton.ca/mpnl/philant...

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Jun 13

ICYMI: Ep. 3 of the PhilanthroThink Podcast features Megan Skyvington & Emily Goodwin in conversation with philanthropist Manjit Basi about how generosity shows up in the quiet stuff—mentorship, listening, sharing space.
Catch it on YouTube, Spotify and Apple podcasts:
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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Jun 10

How do we strengthen Canada’s culture of philanthropy? Join this in-person discussion, hosted by the MPNL program, on June 26 at Carleton University, in Ottawa. Liban Abokor (CEO of Reimagine LABS) joins Bob Wyatt, Oonagh Breen and Lisa Lalande. RSVP here: carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/st...

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · May 20

"I'm an immigrant in Canada... My first sense of what it means to be generous and to be kind, and to not be judgmental, was in those farm communities..." In this extraordinary podcast, Manjit Basi talks about her early memories, businesses & philanthropic motivations: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mqN...

"What Makes a Philanthropist?" – Manjit Basi’s Take on Giving Back

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · May 14

"What's a philanthropist?" asks Manjit Basi. This week on the PhilanthroThink Podcast, Emily Goodwin and Megan Skyvington chat with Manjit, a business executive and co-founder of the nonprofit Synapcity. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube.
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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · May 12

Philanthropy is undergoing reinvention, with systems change, intersections with venture capitalism, and more. Join us on May 21, with Gemma Donnelly-Cox (Ctr for Social Innovation); Jae Kim (@forward-global.org); Paula Murphy Ives (RBC); and Kelly Gauthier (Rally Assets):
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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · May 7

Registered charities in Canada spend only 2% to 4% of their budgets on either fundraising, outreach & communications, or professional development. Read the latest weekly survey from our Charity Insights Canada Project (CICP): carleton.ca/cicp-pcpob/

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 30

In case you missed it yesterday, the MPNL program's April 2025 newsletter is out, featuring Episode 2 of our PhilanthroThink podcast and a link to register for our May 7 event, "At a Tipping Point: The Trilemma Facing Canada’s Charitable Sector": mailchi.mp/b476db50609b...

Suits, Salutes and Service: Episode 2 of the MPNL Podcast

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 27

On May 7, join us for “At a Tipping Point: The Trilemma Facing Canada’s Charitable Sector,” a talk between Paloma Raggo (CICP Director) & Susan Phillips (Professor in the School of Public Policy and Administration). They'll review recent CICP data & insights. Register: carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/re...

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 24

"10 years ago, we were 108 United Way Centraides in Canada. Today, we’re 57 in a federated model. That’s significant organizational change that we’ve lived through and helped to advance. It wasn’t an accident." --Dan Clement, President & CEO of United Way Centraide Canada
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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 17

Blake Goldring’s Approach to Philanthropy: time, talent, and treasure. Hear the full explanation on the latest episode of PhilanthroThink. Watch or listen now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Or find all the links to show here: carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/ep...

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 14

CICP invites you to save the date for our "Third Annual Data Summit," on Oct. 7/25, at Carleton University, in Ottawa. We'll explore the "trilemma" facing charities, alongside the latest survey research. More details on the event, including how to register, coming soon.

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 10

We have an opening for a course instructor (Advanced Topics in Fundraising) in 2026. The focus is specialized aspects & advanced methods of fundraising, including planned giving, major campaigns, new technologies, ethical issues & leadership skills. Apply before April 28:
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Contract Instructor Teaching Opportunity for Winter 2026 | Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership

Contract Instructor Teaching Opportunity – Winter 2026 Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership (MPNL) program, School of Public Policy and

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 9

Story-Money-Impact is raising awareness about #foodinsecurity by organizing viewings of "The Interceptors," a #documentary about Chef TJ Conwi turning a mountain of surplus food (collected by Vancouver Food Runners) into delicious meals distributed to people: www.storymoneyimpact.com/earthday2025

MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · Apr 7

On this week's #PhilanthroThink Podcast, Blake Goldring, business leader, philanthropist & Exec Chairman of AGF Management about his #philanthropic work. Listen via "Philanthrothink" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit "MPNL & PANL Perspectives" on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=udeU...