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A Vital Mandate, An Historic Opportunity Vancouver Foundation congratulates Niki Sharma on being appointed Parliamentary Secretary for Community Development and Non-Profits and commends the Government of BC for showing national leadership when it’s needed more than ever

This appointment comes at a critical time. BC’s charities and nonprofit are under threat just when the need is greatest. Data from a survey released earlier this year revealed 23% of charities and nonprofits said they’re at risk of closing their doors because of urgent threats caused by the pandemic — even as demand for their services is rising. Read More

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