Why charitable giving in Canada is at a 20-year low

Why charitable giving in Canada is at a 20-year low

December 18, 2025 7:37 pm EST.

Charitable giving in Canada has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years, according to new data from the Fraser Institute. As fewer donate and the cost of living rises. Brandon Rowe breaks down the numbers and how local organizations are coping.

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