Canadians giving less to charity now than before, study finds
Jessica Barile
Published: Dec 22, 2025
CityNews Montreal
Excerpt
Charitable giving in Canada is on the decline, according to the Fraser Institute’s latest generosity index, which analyzed tax returns to track private donations across the country. The study shows that fewer Canadians are donating, and the value of donations has also fallen.
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