Resource archives

Changemakers needed – Impact Report 2023

On October 13, 2023, over 330 leaders from public, private, and non-profit sectors gathered at the CivicAction Summit: Changemakers Needed. The Summit showcased ongoing work to address urgent crises, emphasizing that solutions exist.

Impact Report 2022-23

In the face of unprecedented global challenges, 2022/23 emerged as a pivotal year for CivicAction as we continued our commitment to tackle pressing issues confronting the Greater Toronto & Hamilton Area (GTHA). Looking ahead to our twentieth year, CivicAction calls for united efforts to shape an inclusive urban agenda for the region’s future success, urging all changemakers to join us on this transformative journey.

Diversity and Inclusion in Non-profit Leadership in Ontario: Are We There Yet?

CivicAction and the Diversity Institute have collaborated to create a first-of-its-kind report, Diversity and Inclusion in non-profit Leadership in Ontario: Are We There Yet? With funding support from the Ontario government, the report sheds light on the experiences of diverse leaders across 803 non-profit organizations in Ontario. It examines the state of equity, diversity, and inclusion in non-profit sector boards and executive teams and the experiences of diverse leaders in Ontario’s non-profit sector.

Break Barriers – Impact Report 2022

The Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area is increasingly experiencing multiple crises and complex challenges that require cross-sectoral collaboration fuelled by diverse voices and perspectives. In 2022, we strengthened our commitment to breaking barriers for underrepresented and equity-seeking leaders and empowering them to access seats at leadership tables through new and existing programs.

ReAction Forum

In June 2020, CivicAction brought together 300 civic leaders together for the Re:Action Forum, a virtual gathering to shape our region’s collective reaction to COVID-19.

Change the Status Quo

CivicAction continued the important work of building better, more inclusive cities for everyone in the GTHA. By developing new, innovative programs and growing existing ones, we focused on empowering diverse leaders, advocating for an inclusive economic recovery, and collaborating with leaders to address pressing issues to advance our region.

Co-Creation

Building Paths to Inclusion – 2019-2020 Annual Report

CivicAction’s work in 2020 focused on convening our diverse network to support and invest in our communities and people as a way to build a better, more inclusive region.

Canvas: Post Summit Report

Canvas, our 2019 Summit, was not only a huge event itself, but
it also marked the end of a period that saw nearly 1,200 of the best civic
designers, artists and collaborators from all sectors and backgrounds set a
new creative agenda for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA).

Taking Action – Impact Report 2018

From tackling youth unemployment to building a pipeline of diverse leaders to improving workplace mental health, 2018 has been a year of action for both CivicAction and the CivicAction Leadership Foundation.