Community Foundations of Canada applauds sponsors, contributors of premiere community philanthropy event

OTTAWA, May 31, 2013 /CNW/ - From June 6-8, Community Foundations of Canada and a host of leading corporate and philanthropic sponsors will welcome community leaders  to Winnipeg - home of Canada's first community foundation and the stage for CFC 2013 Conference: Inspiring Smart & Caring Communities.

A premiere gathering for the foundation and philanthropic sector, this year's event will bring individuals and organizations from around the world to help realize the Governor General of Canada's vision to build a 'smart and caring' nation.

Today Community Foundations of Canada is announcing its roster of corporate and philanthropic sponsors for the event, a list of recognized philanthropic and community leaders.

"For years MFS McLean Budden has made an exceptional contribution to philanthropy in Canada. As a long-time supporter and leading sponsor, their participation in our community foundation movement has been of tremendous value," said Ian Bird, President and CEO of Community Foundations of Canada. "Our thanks to all the contributors for making this event possible."

His Excellency The Right Honourable David Johnston, Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo and filmmaker Alexandre Trudeau lead an inspiring lineup of speakers set for the conference, taking place at the Winnipeg Convention Centre.

Conference sponsors, funders and contributors include:

• Alitis Investment Counsel
• Bentall Kennedy
• Benjamin Moore
• Birch Hill Equity Partners
• BMO Harris Private Banking
• BNY Mellon Wealth Management
• Bromelkamp Company
• Canso Investment Counsel Ltd.
• CIBC Private Wealth Management
• Deloitte
• Fluidwave/Fluid Review
• Genus Capital Management
• Gluskin Sheff & Associates Inc.
• HR Council
• Income Manager
• Imagine Canada
• Mackenzie Investments
• Manulife Asset Management
• MFS McLean Budden
• Miller Thomson
• Phillips, Hagar & North Investment Management
• PwC
• Romspen Investment Corporation
• The Calgary Foundation
• True Sport Foundation
• QV Investors Inc.

About Community Foundations of Canada
Community Foundations of Canada is the national network for Canada's more than 190 community foundations, which help Canadians invest in building strong and resilient places to live, work, and play. Community foundations are one of the largest supporters of communities, providing more than $143 million in support of local priorities and organizations in 2012. To find out more visit www.communityfoundations.ca

SOURCE: Community Foundations of Canada

Skana Gee
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Community Foundations of Canada
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