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Canadians agree: non-profit sector requires stronger government support to address big challenges

According to a recent Imagine Canada survey, most Canadians believe the federal government is not doing enough to help organizations address issues like health care, food insecurity, and climate change.

Two in three Canadians say the federal government’s support of the charitable and non-profit sector is very important for ensuring Canadians have access to the services they need, writes Bruce MacDonald. Unsplash photograph by Joel Muniz
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