MEDIA ADVISORY - Community Foundations to release 2010 Vital Signs reports on
October 5

Reports shine spotlight on local, national issues

OTTAWA, Sept. 28 /CNW/ - Community foundations in 16 communities across the country will release their 2010 Vital Signs reports on Tuesday, October 5 - one week from today. The reader-friendly reports offer a comprehensive look at how communities are faring in key quality of life areas such as learning, health, housing, and the environment.

Community Foundations of Canada will also release Canada's Vital Signs, a national snapshot of issues facing communities from coast to coast. A list of this year's participating communities along with local and national media contact information can be found at www.vitalsignscanada.ca.

Community Foundations of Canada is the membership association for Canada's community foundation movement, represented by more than 170 community foundations from coast to coast. Together, we help Canadians invest in building strong and resilient places to live, work, and play. We are one of the largest supporters of Canadian charities, providing $140 million to local organizations in 2009. Find out more at www.cfc-fcc.ca

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