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1 Impact of government, donation and grant funding on the Canadian Council for Refugees Student name: School: Course: Instructor Name: Due Date:

2 LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL XXXX XXXX XXX Dear sir/Madam Attached is a report on the impact of government, donation and grant funding on the Canadian Council for Refugees. The report assesses the different means of funding available for the Canadian Council for Refugees, which may be promoted to increase the organization’s revenues and promote the capacity of the organization to meet the needs of refugees and newcomers in Canada. Increasing government funding would allow Canadian Council for Refugees to meet its roles and responsibilities, including facilitating refugees’ access to education, healthcare and other essential services. Further, increasing public and private donations may allow the organization to facilitate the integration of newcomers into their new communities in Canada. Also, increasing grants would make it possible for Canadian Council for Refugees to safeguard the welfare of refugees in the country without over-relying on the government. I hope the report meets the expected needs and forms the basis for future studies aimed at educating people about the sociological implications of charity organizations in Canada. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely yours,

3 Table of Contents LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL ................................................................................................................ 2 Executive summary ................................................................................................................................... 4 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 5 TYPES OF FUNDING .............................................................................................................................. 5 Government funding ............................................................................................................................. 5 Impacts of government fundings on the Canadian Council for Refugees ..................................... 7 Public and private donations ................................................................................................................ 7 Impacts of private and public donations on the Canadian Council for Refugees ......................... 8 Grants ..................................................................................................................................................... 8 Impacts of increased grants to the Canadian Council for Refugees .............................................. 9 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................................. 10 REFERENCES ........................................................................................................................................ 11

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4 Executive summary The Canadian Council for Refugees is committed to facilitating the wellness of refugees and newcomers in Canada. Furthermore, Canadian Council for Refugees undertakes numerous initiatives that are intended to benefit refugees; these include providing the refugees with education and life-saving support to the refugees. This report is critical in making sure that refugees and newcomers settle successfully in their new communities. This report has examined key sources of the Canadian Council for Refugees funding that may be increased to facilitate the organization’s capacity to help refugees. Specifically, the report has assessed sources of funding, including government assistance, public and private donations, and grants, and has also evaluated how increased funding may impact the institution.

5 INTRODUCTION The Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) is a membership organization open to refugee-serving agencies, individuals, and others with interest in refugee issues. It acts as a forum and networking body for its members and provides them with information, resources, and support (Canadian Council for Refugees, 2022). The Council also advocates for changes to Canadian refugee and immigration policy and engages in public education to promote a better understanding of refugee issues. Since the establishment of the organization in 1978, it has grown steadily and is now recognized as the primary advocate for refugees and immigrants in the country (Clark-Kazak, 2017). On the other side, the Canadian Council for Refugees is guided by various principles, which include that its work is democratic and collaborative and its work has a national and international scope. TYPES OF FUNDING Government funding Government funding refers to the various ways in which governments provide financial assistance to organizations and groups; this can take a number of different forms, such as through direct grants or subsidies, tax breaks, or the provision of infrastructure or other services (Bloodgood & Tremblay-Boire, 2017). Funds are allocated, as they allow for the most efficient and cost-effective use of resources. This can include the funding of basic operating costs, such as salaries, rent, and utilities; the development of new programs or services; or the purchase of goods and services (Saifer et al., 2021). Government funding also facilitates the recruitment of refugees, as it provides financial assistance to organizations that are responsible for refugee resettlement.

6 The involvement of the government on matters involving refugees is critical because the government implement laws and customs that favor newcomers in Canada (Government of Canada, 2022). Proper partnership with the government allows CCR to access a range of funding opportunities that would not be available to the organization on its own, and it also allows CCR to share best practices with other government agencies (Macklin et al., 2018). Additionally, it is essential to note the Canadian government would also offer increased support to the Canadian Council for Refugees in form of increasing its resources needed to facilitate the organization's ability to respond to chronic issues such as diseases and medical conditions impacting the refugees (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, 2018). Therefore, it is evident that increased contribution from the government is paramount in offering life-saving support to the refugees. Figure1: Canadian Council for Refugees financials (Canadian Council for Refugees, 2021). The figure1 above shows the distribution of Canadian Council for Refugees finances from different sources. Government grants and subsidies were about $324,219, which was about 38% of all finances (Canadian Council for Refugees, 2021).

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7 Impacts of government fundings on the Canadian Council for Refugees Increased government funding would be critical for the Canadian Council for Refugees; this is because it would increase the capacity of the organization to work with its members and allies to defend refugee rights and advocate for fair and humane refugee protection policies[ CITATION Can2211 \l 1033 ]. Additionally, the CCR is dependent on government grants and subsidies which help the organization perform its roles and responsibilities. In this regard, increased funds and subsidies from the government would allow the CCR to facilitate its activities that are aimed at helping the refugees and other vulnerable migrants in Canada by providing them with access to education, health care, and other essential services[ CITATION Uni18 \l 1033 ]. Further, the CCR engages in advocacy work on behalf of refugees and other vulnerable migrants to ensure that they are treated fairly and have their rights respected. Public and private donations Public and private donations may be helpful in increasing current revenue streams for CCR because it allows the organization to generate additional revenue without having to rely on government funding (Macklin et al., 2018). In addition, private donations can be used to support the development of new projects or the expansion of existing projects (Macklin et al., 2018). Private donations are also helpful in funding CCR's advocacy program. Further, donations are often helpful in funding projects that are not directly related to the organization's advocacy program (Agrawal, 2019). However, foundation donations can also be used to support the development of the organization's advocacy program and the expansion of its client base. Moreover, donations can help to offset the costs associated with running an organization and can thereby allow CCR to continue providing valuable services to its client base (Ghosh, Sherab, Dilimulati, & Hashemi, 2019). In addition, private donations can be used to support the development of new programs or the expansion of an organization's current operations. The

8 organization also has a number of other ways to get people involved and help support refugees in need. For example, Canadian Council for Refugees has established monthly giving programs (Canadian Council for Refugees, 2022). This is fundamental in increasing the institution's funding, and the programs offer a critical way to support the organization through its work to make sure that refugees and newcomers are protected once they arrive in the country. Impacts of private and public donations on the Canadian Council for Refugees The donations are vital in facilitating programs that offer refugees the emotional support, support and assistance required to facilitate successful resettlement (Ritchie, 2018). In this regard, donations are required to meet housing, medical services, and schooling and introduce the newcomers to appropriate cultural community activities aimed at facilitating integration (Canadian Council for Refugees, 2021). On the other side, it is critical to comprehend the inclusion of private and public donors in raising funds for helping refugees (Canadian Council for Refugees, 2021). Grants Grants are a type of financial assistance that is typically provided by government agencies or private organizations and they may be used to supplement private donations, and they can provide a significant source of funding for CCR (Agrawal, 2019). One way that grants increase current revenue streams for CCR is through their ability to support the acquisition of new equipment or the provision of funding for the hiring of additional staff members. Additionally, grants can be used to support the development of new programs or the expansion of an organization's operations infrastructure, which can help to ensure that they are able to meet the needs of their clients (Ghosh, Sherab, Dilimulati, & Hashemi, 2019). Also grants can also help to increase an organization's visibility, which can lead to increased donations from individuals and corporations.

9 Grants from the CCR have helped support various programs and services that help refugees and newcomers in Canada achieve their full potential. These include things like language training and job opportunities, as well as support for health and social integration (Graauw and Bloemraad, 2017). Additionally, increased grants can be used to cover a variety of expenses, including housing, job training, and English language classes; this would help refugees and immigrants become self-sufficient and integrated members of their new communities (Graauw and Bloemraad, 2017). Most significantly, it is appropriate for Canadian Council for Refugees to facilitate other grant programs like the start-up grant program would be used by the organization to provide financial assistance to entrepreneurs who are coming to Canada for the first time (Singer, 2022). In this case, Canadian Council for Refugees would succeed in facilitating innovation and investment among the newcomers and refugees who are keen on settling in Canada. Impacts of increased grants to the Canadian Council for Refugees Increasing the number of grants that CCR acquires from government bodies and other well-wishers would have a significant impact on the ability of the institution to undertake its mandates and responsibilities, which are aimed at safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable refugees and immigrants (Hansen, 2018). Indeed, the Canadian Council for Refugees is able to resettle refugees into Canada with the help of grants from the government and well-wishers; these grants help cover the costs of things like housing and food for the refugees. Most fundamentally, increasing the sources of funding will make it possible for the organization to enhance its resettlement costs for health and social assistance, such as education, offered to newcomers (Hansen, 2018). Without this financial assistance, it would be very difficult for the Canadian Council for Refugees to help refugees start new lives in Canada.

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10 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS In summary, Canadian Council for Refugees plays a critical role in facilitating and protecting the rights and freedom of refugees coming to Canada. Further, it is vital to note that the Council comprises refugee-serving agencies and individuals who are committed to addressing the issues affecting newcomers. Since its establishment, the organization has grown into a major advocate of refugees in the country and has taken the central position in promoting the interests of vulnerable individuals coming into the country. The institution is committed to obtaining donations and grants from individuals and organizations, and this has been critical in making sure that CCR has the capacity to fund its short and long-term obligations.

11 REFERENCES Agrawal, S. K. (2019). Canadian Refugee Sponsorship Programs: Experience of Syrian Refugees in Alberta, Canada. Journal of International Migration and Integration, 20 (4), 941-962. Bloodgood, E. & Tremblay-Boire, J. (2017). Does government funding depoliticize non- governmental organizations? Examining evidence from Europe. European Political Science Review, 9 (3), 401 - 424. Canadian Council for Refugees. (2021). Annual Report. Retrieved from https://ccrweb.ca/sites/ccrweb.ca/files/en_ccr_annual_report_2020-2021.pdf Canadian Council for Refugees. (2022). About the Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR). Retrieved from https://ccrweb.ca/en/about-ccr#:~:text=The%20Council%20serves %20the%20networking,issues%20onto%20the%20national%20agenda. Canadian Council for Refugees. (2022). Donate to the CCR Endowment Fund. Retrieved from https://ccrweb.ca/en/donate/endowment-fund Canadian Council for Refugees. (2022). Friends of CCR: Monthly Donor Program. Retrieved from https://ccrweb.ca/en/friends-ccr Clark-Kazak, C. (2017). Ethical Considerations: Research with People in Situations of Forced Migration. Refuge, 33 (2), 11–17. Ghosh, R., Sherab, D., Dilimulati, M., & Hashemi, N. (2019). Creating a Refugee Space in the Canadian School Context: The Approach of an Inclusive Society. In Comparative Perspectives on Refugee Youth Education (pp. 102-130). Routledge.

12 Government of Canada. (2022, July 26). What kind of support do government-assisted refugees get? Retrieved from https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp? qnum=098&top=11 Graauw, E. and Bloemraad, I. (2017). Working Together: Building Successful Policy and Program Partnerships for Immigrant Integration. Journal on Migration and Human Security, 5 (1). Hansen, R. (2018). The Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework: A Commentary. Journal of Refugee Studies, 31 (2), 131–151. Macklin, A., Barber, K., Goldring, L., Hyndman, J., Korteweg, A., Labman, S., & Zyfi, J. (2018). A Preliminary Investigation into Private Refugee Sponsors. Canadian Ethnic Studies, 50 (2), 35-57. Ritchie, G. (2018). Civil society, the state, and private sponsorship: the political economy of refugee resettlement. International Journal of Lifelong Education, 37 (6), 663-675. Saifer, A., Sidorovska, I.G., Litalien, M., Jean-Marc, F. and Duprez, C. (2021). Examining the COVID-19 Response of Canadian Grantmaking Foundations: Possibilities, Tensions, and Long-Term Implications. Canadian Journal of Nonprofit and Social Economy Research, 12 (1), 14-30. Singer, C. R. (2022, September 23). Record-Breaking Number Of New Immigrants Coming To Canada Through Start-Up Visa. Retrieved from https://www.immigration.ca/record- breaking-number-of-new-immigrants-coming-to-canada-through-start-up-visa/

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13 United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. (2018, September 6). Pieces of Glass: A Mosaic of Solutions: Report of the Forum on Refugees and Chronic Disease. Retrieved from https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Chronic-Disease-Report_EN.pdf

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