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Latest Episodes

Nicola Wealth With Teresa Virani, Executive Director, Philanthropy
January 31, 2024

In this episode, Teresa Virani, the Executive Director of Philanthropy, Nicola Wealth, discusses the main pillars of Nicola Wealth, the significance of corporate philanthropy, and the changes it has undergone. She emphasizes the importance of presenting

Sunnybrook Foundation With Kelly Cole, CEO
January 24, 2024

Amidst the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare philanthropy, visionary leadership serves as the compass towards a brighter and healthier future for all. Kelly Cole, President and CEO of Sunnybrook Foundation, joins Douglas Nelson, host, to share insight

Clements Centre For Families With Dominic Rockall, CEO
January 22, 2024

On this episode of Opportunity Spotlight, Dominic Rockall, CEO, Clements Centre for Families, joins Christoph Clodius to discuss an exciting new role, Director of Development. Clements Centre for Families is creating a community in which all individu

Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario With Dr. Jo Henderson, Executive Director
January 17, 2024

Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario is improving Ontarios mental health and addiction services for youth by providing the right services at the right time through an impressive a network of 22 hubs. In this episode, Dr. Jo Henderson, Executive Director of Youth

Foundry With Dr. Steve Mathias, Executive Director
January 10, 2024

Foundry is revolutionizing mental health treatment for young people by taking a holistic approach. In this episode, we have Dr. Steve Mathias, Executive Director, discuss the pioneering work of Foundry, a groundbreaking initiative in British Columbia that

2023 Reflections With Douglas Nelson, Host, And Alex Wilson, Producer
December 13, 2023

Reflecting on 2023: Where others see weakness, we find strength. In the social profit sector, challenges are opportunities, diversity is power, and authenticity builds lasting impact. Join us for a special year-end episode where our Host, Douglas Nelson,

Life Remodeled With Dr. Chris Lambert, CEO & Founder
December 06, 2023

What does it take to build a next-level social profit organization? Dr. Chris Lambert, CEO and Founder of the Detroit based Life Remodeled, joins the podcast to share how he built an innovative organization through four essential elements: team unity, a

The Houssian Foundation With Mira Oreck, Executive Director
November 29, 2023

Created by the Houssian family in 2005, The Houssian Foundation is one of the few private foundations that practices trust-based philanthropy. Douglas Nelson, host, is joined by Mira Oreck, Executive Director, to discuss how she is leading the founda

Make-A-Wish With Christie Buono, Chapter Director
November 22, 2023

Granting wishes isn't just about creating moments; it's about igniting a lifetime of hope, one heartfelt dream at a time. Join us in exploring Make-A-Wish Canada with Christie Buono, the dedicated Chapter Director of BC & Yukon. In this episode, Chris

Plastic Bank Foundation with Daniel Rotman, CEO
November 15, 2023

Plastic waste is undeniably one of the greatest problems we are facing today. Despite this, efforts at mitigating this problem are uneven across the globe, especially when you factor in poverty levels. This dual problem of addressing plastic pollution and