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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Join us at Carleton University this Thursday, Oct. 1, at 10:30am! Dr. Krystian Seibert talks with Prof. Joannie Tremblay Boire about how to modernize the regulatory framework for philanthropy and charities in Canada. For details and to register for this event go to: carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/le...

Man with glasses smiles toward camera. Title of presentation Building the Foundations for Future Giving: Lessons from Australia, A conversation with Krystian Seibert

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Welcome to the MPNL program's new Chair in Philanthropy, Dr. Jamie Levine Daniel! @jamielevdan.bsky.social Funded by a collaborative group of donors across Canada, the Chair is a first in Canada, and a key building block to establish a world-class Centre for Philanthropy at Carleton University.

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

MPNL's July-August newsletter features a new study, "Walking the Regulatory Line: The Effects of a Disbursement Quota on Foundations." It also includes a new series on culture in philanthropy, announcements about the new MPNL Alumni Association, and a DAF Report: mailchi.mp/carleton/pan...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

"Putting Empathy Into Action: Building a Broader, Stronger Culture of Philanthropy in Canada" is a new series from PANL Perspectives. "Why We Should Build a Stronger Culture of Philanthropy" by Calum Carmichael is the first of several instalments. Tell us what you think! carleton.ca/mpnl/culture...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Join Philanthropic Foundations Canada for its 2026 National Conference! Friends, partners, and leaders in the sector are invited to attend. The theme is this year is "Reciprocity". For info and to register: pfc.ca/events/2026-...

A poster for the PFC Nation Conference that reads:

Reciprocity
23-25 September, 2026
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Treaty No. 1 Territory
Homeland of the Red River Métis Nation

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Thank you for all the submissions so far! The project is still accepting expressions of interest, particularly from members of the public with a general interest in accountability in civil society - no research or professional experience needed. For more info go to: carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/ca...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happening in two weeks! Join us on June 18th in Ottawa for our "Philanthropy and Democracy" panel as part of our in-person Celebrating Philanthropy event. Panelists include Holly Bair-Marshall, Dr. Bill Cross, Sabreena Delhon, and Amanda Munday. For more info go to: carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/re...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Research led by Prof. Nathan Grasse is looking for focus-group participants for a study about trust, transparency & accountability among charities. Sessions start June 22 & 23. Participants would receive a $75 or $125 gift card per session. To learn more: carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/ca...

Text on image reads: Call for Research Participants: Trust & Accountability in Canada’s Charitable, Philanthropic & Regulatory/Public Sectors

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Lisa Wolverton, President of @forward-global.org, talks about "enoughness" with wealthy families. On our PhilanthroThink Podcast, she also talks about "legacy" and how one idea has shaped much of her work: communities know what communities need. carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/li...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Lisa Wolverton, President of Forward Global & Director of the Wolverton Foundation, talks to us about her work with communities focused on families & grew to board service, foundations & support for the Sarah McLachlan School of Music, in Vancouver. Listen to the podcast: youtu.be/TJLzkjhFL74

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

CICP | PCPOB's first briefing note of 2026, "Financing Public Value: How Funding Design Affects the Impact of Canadian Charities" is now available in French and English. Click here to review this timely update: carleton.ca/cicp-pcpob/s...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

How do we build long-term initiatives when things feel uncertain? This episode on PhilanthroThink, Annabelle White talks on the importance of supporting local, grassroots work that strengthens communities from the ground up. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube: youtu.be/75rvMBSUrF4?...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

As part of our Making Canada Accessible series, Bill Adair Adair and Gillian Lynne-Davies spoke to PANL about successful collaborations in disability communities: the Federal Accessibility Legislation Alliance (FALA) and the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). Learn more here: carleton.ca/panl/2026/ho...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Canada is in the process of reinventing its economy to be more innovative. Join @dbreznitz.bsky.social, Andrea Nemtin, Lisa Lalande and @susandphillips.bsky.social for "Philanthropy & Nonprofits in the ‘Innovation Economy’" -- an online event on April 16, at 3:30, EDT: carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/ph...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

In our Podcast episode, "Another Way," Jonathan Harline & Titilayo Adedeji speak with Annabelle White, Founder of Dragonfly Ventures, about inheriting wealth, learning about nonprofits & sitting across from financial advisors & thinking, “There has to be another way”: youtu.be/75rvMBSUrF4

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

In Canada, 73% of charities offer free programs or services in a variety of nonprofit sectors. In CICP's survey, "Making Life More Affordable for Canadians," nearly 1,000 registered charities were asked about these programs/services. Learn more here: carletonu.yul1.qualtrics.com/reports/RC/p...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The MPNL program and @TD_Canada invite you to the Annual TD Lecture on Philanthropy on April 16, 3:30-4:45 p.m: "Philanthropy and Nonprofits in the ‘Innovation Economy’" which explores the role of the nonprofit sector in Canada's changing economy. Register here: carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/ph...

Photos of the speakers: three women and one man.

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Women in Philanthropy at Carleton University and AFP Toronto have partnered for an event on April 10th, supported by TD Wealth. Early research results will be shared, before a discussion about donors and fundraising professionals. For details and to register go to: afptoronto.org/events/women...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Donor-Advised Funds, the fastest growing charitable assets in Canada, rose to almost $10.5 billion by the end of 2023. We recently annotated reports/sources about DAFs and related issues in Canada and the US: carleton.ca/panl/2026/do... If you have more report suggestions, please comment below.

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

On International Women's Day, Lisa Trefzger Clarke, with the Women in Philanthropy (WiP) Project at Carleton University, talks about the crucial role of women philanthropists in Canada and WiP's recent activities: carleton.ca/mpnl/wip/wip...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

@carleton.ca would be the ideal home for Canada’s first Centre for Philanthropy & Civil Society — and would multiply the focus on initiatives such as Women in Philanthropy. The founder of the MPNL program, @susandphillips.bsky.social, CM, explains: youtu.be/z6s5bD1V7no

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

According to new work from @drashleec.bsky.social, the nonprofit sector has an important role in meeting needs of equity seeking groups. The report provides recommendations for nonprofits, funders, and policymakers to advance equity and intersectionality. Read here: doi.org/10.25071/103...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

“Idle money doesn’t do anybody any good,” says Eric Peterson, founder of @tula.org & @hakai.org. "Let's face it, look at the needs out there. No matter what someone's interest is, they can find some way of using their resources for social benefit." Listen to our recent podcast: youtu.be/9Y0xEXkArD8

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

CICP released an excellent, two-page blog summarizing shifting priorities in our sector over time. The blog's author, Kim Quy Nguyen, found three emerging trends: renewed optimism; focus on services and engagement; and persistent workforce instability. Read the full blog: carleton.ca/cicp-pcpob/2...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Job applications are being accepted in the MPNL program for a position to teach the course "PANL 5004: Governance and Leadership" starting online this summer and on the Ottawa campus for a week. Apply before March 13, 2026: carleton.ca/mpnl/2026/jo...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

CIPC's Community Education Centre, is hosting a workshop for nonprofit and charitable professionals who feel unsure about data or how to use it, joined by special guest Robin Sokoloski, Director of Programs and Research from Mass Culture. Sign up here: carletonu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

A poster with text: Charity Insights Canada Project Presents: What are Data? A Friendly, no jargon webinar for anyone who wants to feel more confident talking about and working with data. With special guest: Robin Sokoloski, Mass Culture

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

On the "PhilanthroThink" podcast, Jonathan Harline & Titilayo Adedeji talk to Eric Peterson, co-founder the Tula Foundation about his philanthropy related to coastal research in BC & health programs in Guatemala. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube: youtu.be/9Y0xEXkArD8

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

“PANL Perspectives” MPNL’s monthly newsletter is now available! This month we highlight important conversations with academics and industry professionals around governance and accessibility in the sector.

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

"There’s a trend that I believe is driving the corporatization of the sector — a push to say that there’s one, best way — so the book celebrates the multiplicity of different ways of governing." --Dr. Patricia Bradshaw, "Concise Introduction to Nonprofit Governance": carleton.ca/panl/2026/pa...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

@archdisabilitylaw.bsky.social is a nonprofit legal clinic in Ontario that offers free legal services to persons with disabilities. Jessica Field writes about the services in her story for our "Making Canada Accessible" series. ARCH has been a leader for 45 years: carleton.ca/panl/2025/ar...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

In foundations, how do values carry into the next generation? On our PhilanthroThink Podcast, Raksha Bhayana shares how her adult children are helping to shape the future of her Foundation (@bhayanaff.bsky.social) and celebrating frontline nonprofit workers across Canada. carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/ra...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Our hybrid programs attract outstanding, diverse grads from across Canada. The deadline to apply is Jan. 15/26, but we make early offers to strong, full-time candidates long before that. For more info about the MPNL and DPNL programs, or to apply: carleton.ca/mpnl/apply

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

In our recent podcast, "Money, Mission and Change," CEO Cherry Chan talks about growing up in a money-focused community, building a real-estate accounting business and focusing on her goal to raise $50 million for nonprofits over the next decade. carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/ch...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

If you missed "Why Rich People Give," our webinar, here's a link, including timestamps for 7 reasons why the wealthy donate (#1 They're influenced by the expectations of other wealthy people; and #2 Philanthropy gives them hope and provides personal satisfaction.): carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/wh...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Of course you’d ruin your shoes to save a drowning child, but would you donate a few dollars to save the life of a child? This is a question that Effective Altruism asks. Watch Calum Carmichael on @cramideas.bsky.social as he explores the pros & cons of EA: carleton.ca/panl/2025/ca...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Real-life "Succession" in the nonprofit sector? An outstanding new guide from @cathybarr.bsky.social and Susanna Kislenko tackles difficult succession issues and Founder's Syndrome in our sector -- and offers realistic tips on how to get your house in order. carleton.ca/panl/2025/su...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

We’re back with a new season of the PhilanthroThink Podcast. In "Money, Mission and Change," CEO Cherry Chan talks about her background in real estate & how she helps nonprofits with long-term financial stability, partly through her bold $50 million fundraising target: carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/ch...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Nov. 28, join us online for "Why Rich People Give": @breezephilanthropy.bsky.social & @rhodridavies.bsky.social discuss insights in “Rich Expectations,” their recent book, & Hilary Pearson reflects on how insights apply to Canada. @susandphillips.bsky.social moderates. carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/wh...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

A report from Keith Sjögren and a second from Malcolm Burrows closely examine Donor-Advised Funds. Also, Rabia Khedr, of Disability Without Poverty, talks about the serious limitations of the new Canada Disability Benefit. Read these and other stories in our newsletter: mailchi.mp/88a2da5ee5db...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

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 · 03/09/2025

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). carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/a-...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

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.

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

"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”: carleton.ca/panl/2025/ca...

A photo of Richard Belzile wearing a suit and tie.

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

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. carleton.ca/panl/2025/ri...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

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...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

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...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

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: carleton.ca/mpnl/philant...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

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...

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

"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. www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mqN... #Philanthropy

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MPNL & PANL Perspectives @mpnl.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

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): carleton.ca/mpnl/2025/in...

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