Scott Williams (he/him)
@capacityscott.bsky.social
Executive in Residence at Capacity Canada www.capacitycanada.ca
It’s a start…
Schedules released for weekend GO Train trips between Kitchener and Toronto
Schedules released for weekend GO Train trips between Kitchener and Toronto
We are learning more about when people will be able to take a weekend GO train trip between Kitchener to Toronto.
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November 11, 2025 at 9:35 PM
It’s a start…
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During the months of November and December, we will host various events aimed at raising awareness & funds to support people living with HIV in our community.
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
November 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM
During the months of November and December, we will host various events aimed at raising awareness & funds to support people living with HIV in our community.
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
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Miller Thomson has done some analysis of the implications of the new federal budget for Canadian charities and nonprofits. Read their helpful summary here:
www.millerthomson.com/en/insights/...
www.millerthomson.com/en/insights/...
November 5, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Miller Thomson has done some analysis of the implications of the new federal budget for Canadian charities and nonprofits. Read their helpful summary here:
www.millerthomson.com/en/insights/...
www.millerthomson.com/en/insights/...
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Part 2 of #IVMDay25 appreciation is something that everyone always likes to hear: That they are important, and how they affect you!
This can be as simple as keeping you on track for volunteering, to giving you an awesome reference, to a gesture or token of appreciation they gave you!
This can be as simple as keeping you on track for volunteering, to giving you an awesome reference, to a gesture or token of appreciation they gave you!
November 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Part 2 of #IVMDay25 appreciation is something that everyone always likes to hear: That they are important, and how they affect you!
This can be as simple as keeping you on track for volunteering, to giving you an awesome reference, to a gesture or token of appreciation they gave you!
This can be as simple as keeping you on track for volunteering, to giving you an awesome reference, to a gesture or token of appreciation they gave you!
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Join us for the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM at 44 Gaukel. We'll be hosting a panel of speakers and inviting folks to partake in a candlelight vigil. For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
November 4, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Join us for the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM at 44 Gaukel. We'll be hosting a panel of speakers and inviting folks to partake in a candlelight vigil. For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
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⚠️ Ontario’s new Species Conservation Act could strip away protections for 106 at-risk species — incl the piping plover, monarch butterfly & yellow-banded bumble bee.
🗣️ Add your voice: wwf.ca/endangered-species-are-not-red-tape
Tell ON to protect species, not weaken the laws meant to safeguard them.
🗣️ Add your voice: wwf.ca/endangered-species-are-not-red-tape
Tell ON to protect species, not weaken the laws meant to safeguard them.
November 3, 2025 at 9:46 PM
⚠️ Ontario’s new Species Conservation Act could strip away protections for 106 at-risk species — incl the piping plover, monarch butterfly & yellow-banded bumble bee.
🗣️ Add your voice: wwf.ca/endangered-species-are-not-red-tape
Tell ON to protect species, not weaken the laws meant to safeguard them.
🗣️ Add your voice: wwf.ca/endangered-species-are-not-red-tape
Tell ON to protect species, not weaken the laws meant to safeguard them.
It was great to visit Food4Kids Waterloo Region at their new location today. Drop by their open house at 330 Trillium Dr. Until 7pm today!
November 3, 2025 at 6:12 PM
It was great to visit Food4Kids Waterloo Region at their new location today. Drop by their open house at 330 Trillium Dr. Until 7pm today!
Universal: Renewing Human Rights in a Fractured World are the 2025 Massey Lectures by Professor @alexneve.bsky.social. While human rights ought to be applied universally, it’s also the area where we have most profoundly failed.
#BookSky
#BookSky
November 3, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Universal: Renewing Human Rights in a Fractured World are the 2025 Massey Lectures by Professor @alexneve.bsky.social. While human rights ought to be applied universally, it’s also the area where we have most profoundly failed.
#BookSky
#BookSky
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Strong governance doesn’t have to be spooky! 👻 #HappyHalloween
October 31, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Strong governance doesn’t have to be spooky! 👻 #HappyHalloween
Thanks Tania Del Matto for the opportunity to attend today’s @unitedcollegeuw.bsky.social GreenHouse Social Innovators in Training Demo Day!
October 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Thanks Tania Del Matto for the opportunity to attend today’s @unitedcollegeuw.bsky.social GreenHouse Social Innovators in Training Demo Day!
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1 in 4 Canadians rely on charities—yet fewer than 1 in 4 give. Let’s close the giving gap and strengthen our communities. Let's look after each other 💛 #GiveBack
October 29, 2025 at 3:45 PM
1 in 4 Canadians rely on charities—yet fewer than 1 in 4 give. Let’s close the giving gap and strengthen our communities. Let's look after each other 💛 #GiveBack
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Join us on November 12th at 6:00 PM CST to deepen your understanding of Canadian history with this RS101 Webinar.
You'll learn more about the history of the residential school system, the legal fallout, and the ongoing legacy of the system.
Register now: umanitoba.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
You'll learn more about the history of the residential school system, the legal fallout, and the ongoing legacy of the system.
Register now: umanitoba.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 29, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Join us on November 12th at 6:00 PM CST to deepen your understanding of Canadian history with this RS101 Webinar.
You'll learn more about the history of the residential school system, the legal fallout, and the ongoing legacy of the system.
Register now: umanitoba.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
You'll learn more about the history of the residential school system, the legal fallout, and the ongoing legacy of the system.
Register now: umanitoba.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Next Monday, November 3, is the Rainbow Film Club at the Princess Original! They'll be showing the romantic comedy Broken Hearts Club. The movie starts at 7:00 PM. For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
October 28, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Next Monday, November 3, is the Rainbow Film Club at the Princess Original! They'll be showing the romantic comedy Broken Hearts Club. The movie starts at 7:00 PM. For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
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Thrive is thrilled to announce the details of our 3rd annual Red Scarf Gala! Experience the magic of community as we come together to celebrate and support people living with HIV!
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
October 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Thrive is thrilled to announce the details of our 3rd annual Red Scarf Gala! Experience the magic of community as we come together to celebrate and support people living with HIV!
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
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Is your nonprofit ready for year-end? Join Imagine Canada & Enkel on Nov 20 at 2 p.m. ET for a free webinar on strengthening financial leadership, managing risk & closing the year strong. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/jOLgel8
October 27, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Is your nonprofit ready for year-end? Join Imagine Canada & Enkel on Nov 20 at 2 p.m. ET for a free webinar on strengthening financial leadership, managing risk & closing the year strong. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/jOLgel8
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Everyone deserves to feel safe & included 💛 Let's make #Cbridge a place where everyone belongs. Join #WatRegion’s pledge to stand against hate & build a welcoming community.
👉 webelongwr.ca
👉 webelongwr.ca
October 27, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Everyone deserves to feel safe & included 💛 Let's make #Cbridge a place where everyone belongs. Join #WatRegion’s pledge to stand against hate & build a welcoming community.
👉 webelongwr.ca
👉 webelongwr.ca
URGENT Message to Doug Ford: Don’t End Rent Control! - ACORN Canada
acorncanada.org
October 25, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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We at Thrive stand in solidarity with agencies & orgs across Waterloo Region working tirelessly 2 support uplift & protect 2SLGBTQ+ peoples in the face of these threats. Together we remain united in care resistance & pride.
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
October 23, 2025 at 12:01 PM
We at Thrive stand in solidarity with agencies & orgs across Waterloo Region working tirelessly 2 support uplift & protect 2SLGBTQ+ peoples in the face of these threats. Together we remain united in care resistance & pride.
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
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UPDATE: The Government of Ontario has now formally voted AGAINST creating a plan to eliminate homelessness within 10 years. Data from across Ontario continues to reflect the absence of provincial success. Gratitude to @aislinnclancy.bsky.social for your efforts to #ProtectOntario
October 23, 2025 at 4:25 PM
UPDATE: The Government of Ontario has now formally voted AGAINST creating a plan to eliminate homelessness within 10 years. Data from across Ontario continues to reflect the absence of provincial success. Gratitude to @aislinnclancy.bsky.social for your efforts to #ProtectOntario
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Here is an updated statement about the recent anti-2SLGBTQIA+ threats made yesterday. As of today, all programming is continuing with increased security in place. Swipe through the images for the full statement (alt text available). Sign up to volunteer here: bit.ly/SpectrumVolunteerForm
October 22, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Here is an updated statement about the recent anti-2SLGBTQIA+ threats made yesterday. As of today, all programming is continuing with increased security in place. Swipe through the images for the full statement (alt text available). Sign up to volunteer here: bit.ly/SpectrumVolunteerForm
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New ONN data shows 70% of Ontario non-profits lost revenue last year, while 34% used reserve funds to stay afloat. Demand is rising, but resources aren’t keeping pace. Without systemic change, many won’t survive the next three years.
🔗 tinyurl.com/44bkzcsd
🔗 tinyurl.com/44bkzcsd
Some Ontario non-profits at “high risk” of not existing within three years: ONN report | Future of Good
A new survey by the Ontario Nonprofit Network (ONN) found that the sector is under so much pressure that if changes are not made, many organizations may not survive the next three years.
tinyurl.com
October 22, 2025 at 2:37 PM
New ONN data shows 70% of Ontario non-profits lost revenue last year, while 34% used reserve funds to stay afloat. Demand is rising, but resources aren’t keeping pace. Without systemic change, many won’t survive the next three years.
🔗 tinyurl.com/44bkzcsd
🔗 tinyurl.com/44bkzcsd
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2SLGBTQIA+ programming in Waterloo Region moved online due to potential disruption
2SLGBTQIA+ programming in Waterloo Region moved online due to potential disruption
An organization that serves Waterloo Region’s LGBTQ+ community moved their programming online on Tuesday after they got word of a potential planned disruption.
bit.ly
October 22, 2025 at 2:00 AM
2SLGBTQIA+ programming in Waterloo Region moved online due to potential disruption
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The Red Scarf Project is an awareness-raising initiative in support of people living with HIV in Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
October 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Red Scarf Project is an awareness-raising initiative in support of people living with HIV in Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
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Canadian friends, your government is seeking commentary on GenAi strategies and policies.
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
Help define the next chapter of Canada's AI leadership
Current status: Open from October 1 to October 31, 2025
Canada helped invent modern AI. To stay a leader—and protect our digital sovereignty—we're running a 30-day national sprint to shape a renew...
ised-isde.canada.ca
October 19, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Canadian friends, your government is seeking commentary on GenAi strategies and policies.
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
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📢 The results from our sixth annual sector-wide survey are in! See how nonprofits, charities and grassroots organizations across Ontario responded. theonn.ca/topics/advoc...
Here are some highlights: 🧵
Here are some highlights: 🧵
October 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
📢 The results from our sixth annual sector-wide survey are in! See how nonprofits, charities and grassroots organizations across Ontario responded. theonn.ca/topics/advoc...
Here are some highlights: 🧵
Here are some highlights: 🧵