Data for Good

Did you know that 8.2% Canada’s GDP comes from charities & nonprofits? Or that our sector employs 2.7 million people nation-wide? In addition to providing a wide range of services to Canadians, nonprofits are a major economic force. Check out our new national & provincial nonprofit fact sheets to get additional key statistics highlighting the role of charities & nonprofits as economic drivers, employers, and catalysts for civic engagement. Whether you’re preparing a presentation, funding proposal, or advocacy campaign, these fact sheets can help you tell a compelling story to stakeholders about your organization’s impact and the strength of Canada’s nonprofit sector. 🔗 Download the fact sheets: https://buff.ly/ZEbNuEt — Saviez-vous que 8,2 % du PIB du Canada provient des organismes de bienfaisance et des organismes à but non lucratif? Ou que notre secteur emploie près de 2,7 millions de personnes au Canada? En plus d’offrir de nombreux services, les OBNL sont une force économique. Découvrez nos fiches d’information nationales et provinciales qui présentent des données clés mettant en lumière le rôle des OBNL. Ces chiffres témoignent de leur rôle comme moteur économique, employeur et instigateur de la participation citoyenne. Que vous prépariez une présentation, une demande de financement ou une campagne de mobilisation, ces fiches vous aideront à appuyer votre message sur l’impact de votre organisme et sur la force du secteur à but non lucratif au Canada. 🔗 Téléchargez les fiches d’information : https://buff.ly/OKh9has

🔹 AI for Social Impact Gathering with Geoff Zakaib, P.Eng., MBA 🚀 Next week’s AI for Social Impact Gathering is one you won’t want to miss! Join us for: 📊 Scaling Impact: How Collaborative Data Drives Change Across Sectors 🗓 Wednesday, October 8, 2025 🕐 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM ET 🔗 Zoom (everyone welcome): https://lnkd.in/ggWg7Adb In this session, Geoff Zakaib (Data for Good) will share key lessons from the National Mental Health Datathon—a groundbreaking, volunteer-driven initiative that showed how ethical data collaboration can identify service gaps and drive real-world impact. Drawing from his deep experience in civic tech, inclusive innovation, and community data, Geoff will explore how these lessons can extend beyond mental health to create system-level change across the social impact sector. Following Geoff’s presentation, Alex Tveit and I will lead a reflective discussion on scaling collaborative models to strengthen cross-sector impact. Whether you work in philanthropy, nonprofits, academia, or are simply passionate about data for good, this session will offer practical insights and inspiration for building a more equitable, data-driven future. If you’re not yet part of our collaborative, join our growing network and get invites to future gatherings: 👉https://lnkd.in/gVsyJhQ6 📘 Read more about the National Mental Health Datathon report: https://lnkd.in/gihiaHcR Community Foundations of Canada | Fondations communautaires du Canada Melanie Thomas JP Bervoets #AIforGood #DataForGood #AIforSocialImpact #Philanthropy #SocialImpact #TechForGood #SystemsChange #EthicalAI #DigitalEquity #CollectiveImpact #ResponsibleAI #Innovation #AIandData #ImpactMeasurement #FutureofPhilanthropy #NonprofitInnovation #DigitalTransformation #CommunityLeadership #EcosystemBuilding #SocialInnovation #CrossSectorCollaboration #AIinCanada #AICommunity #ImpactEcosystem #AIEthics #InclusiveInnovation #AIforChange #Nonprofits #AIandSociety #HumanCenteredAI

📣 Report Drop: National Mental Health Datathon Summary📣 We’re proud to officially share the Summary Report from the National Mental Health Datathon, co-led by Converge Mental Health Coalition and Data for Good. This landmark, volunteer-driven initiative set out to explore some tough, systemic questions: What patterns would emerge if we combined mental health data across sectors? Where are the gaps, what drives demand, and how can we better design services that respond to real community needs? Some of the most important insights found through collaborative data analysis include: 🔹Disparities in access to mental health services 🔹The central role social determinants play in shaping outcomes 🔹Clear triggers that directly cause spikes in service demand These are just a few of the many meaningful findings shared in the report, demonstrating what’s possible when we unite around shared data, ethical collaboration, and bold curiosity. But turning insight into impact requires more than a single event. It calls for building the conditions where collaboration thrives and evidence can meaningfully guide action. Key areas for continued work include: 🔹 Establishing shared standards and protocols for responsible data use 🔹 Investing in necessary tools and ethical data infrastructure 🔹 Embedding collaboration throughout projects, not just at the beginning or end Converge is committed to collaboration, mobilizing knowledge, and advancing data-driven practice in mental health. We look forward to next steps, including the formation of a Community of Practice, working to make data collaboration the new normal in mental health policy and service delivery. Stay tuned! 🔗 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/ebZBvUGc 📰 Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, events, and shared learning: https://lnkd.in/gbUCH6vp 📨 Interested in sharing your thoughts and ideas? Contact us: [email protected] 📢Help us amplify impact by sharing this post and the report with your network. #MentalHealth #DataForGood #ConvergeForChange #HealthEquity #Datathon #Healthcare Meaghon Reid Geoff Zakaib, P.Eng., MBA Gena Rotstein Canada Health Infoway Mental Health Commission of Canada Canadian Institutes of Health Research | Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada Peyasu Wuttunee Karen A Macdonald Robbie Babins-Wagner Viewpoint Investment Partners Karma & Cents Inc. Rotary Club of Calgary, Downtown YYC Data Society Distress Centre Calgary Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary & Area United Way of Calgary and Area Canadian Mental Health Association Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton Region Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division and Centre for Suicide Prevention HelpSeeker Technologies Kids Help Phone Mental Health Research Canada Shauna Major Michael Cooper

🚀 𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! Created by by DFG Vancouver volunteer Yun Chieh (Angela) Tsai, this short video captures what Data for Good Vancouver is all about — connecting data professionals with nonprofits to turn information into impact. From discovery to delivery, our projects are built on collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to social good. 🎬 Watch the video to learn how we work — and how you can get involved. 📢 Whether you’re a nonprofit in need of data support or a volunteer ready to make a difference, we’d love to connect! 🌐 Visit our website for more information: https://lnkd.in/g47yvPiN #DataForGood #SocialImpact #AnimationForChange #VolunteerDriven #NonprofitSupport

Winnipeg will be the 10th Chapter of Data for Good! We are just getting started - head over to Meetup to join the group, and we will be sharing more information soon. https://lnkd.in/g2yKD3A5

It’s National Volunteer Week! We want to give a HUGE shout out to members of our Information & Analytics team who recently participated in the National Mental Health Datathon. They used their paid volunteer hours to collaborate with data enthusiasts and mental health organizations across Canada to leverage data, drive innovation and transform mental health care. Let's continue shaping the future together! For more information, visit https://ow.ly/KT2c50VHJHP Converge Mental Health Coalition Looking to volunteer? Find opportunities in your area: https://ow.ly/wPiu50VHJHO #MentalHealthDatathon #DataForGood #ConvergeCoalition #NationalVolunteerWeek