Organismes sans but lucratif à Halifax

Operating in 182 countries, The Art of Living Foundation (AOLF) is a non-for-profit, educational and humanitarian organization founded in 1981 by the world-renowned humanitarian and spiritual teacher Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. All of AOLF’s programs are guided by Gurudev’s philosophy: “Unless we have a stress-free mind and a violence-free society, we cannot achieve world peace.” The AOLF community is diverse and attracts people from all walks of life backgrounds and religious orientations. Courses AOLF offers numerous highly effective educational and self-development programs and tools that facilitate the elimination of stress and foster deep and profound inner peace, happiness and well-being for all individuals. These programs, which include breathing techniques, meditation, yoga, and practical wisdom for daily living, have helped millions around the world to completely transform their lives. Service Initiatives In addition to these courses offered globally, AOLF, working in collaboration with The International Association for Human Values (IAHV) and in special consultative status with the United Nations Social and Economic Council, has successfully implemented numerous humanitarian projects and service initiatives including: - conflict resolution programs - disaster relief - sustainable rural development - empowerment of women - prisoner rehabilitation - education for all - environmental sustainability Mission It has been said of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar that not since Mahatma Gandhi has one person united so many people of different races, religions, traditions, economic and social status, and nationalities, creating a One World spiritual family across the globe. Gurudev’s message is simple: “Love and wisdom can prevail over hatred and violence.” Happily, this message is not just a slogan, but through AOLF has been and continues to be translated into action and results.

The Breast Cancer Society of Canada is a national organization with family focused roots. The Society's mission is to save lives through breast cancer research with a vision to end breast cancer

YWCA Halifax is Halifax Regional Municipality’s only organization that builds economic security, promotes wellness, and creates opportunities for women, girls, and their families by providing a strong voice and integrated services. We are for, by, and about women and girls. We transform lives by providing a continuum of critical services and programs that build capacity for lasting positive change. We strive to change the underlying causes and issues that are root causes of inequality, violence, poverty, and homelessness. YWCA Halifax is one of the 32 Member Associations operating within YWCA Canada’s membership frameworks. The organization was one of the first YWCAs in Canada. We have been promoting women’s leadership, and meeting community needs for more than 140 years. YWCA Canada is the country’s oldest and largest women’s multi-service organization. More than 32 Member Associations are operating in over 400 districts and communities across the country. YWCA Canada is a member association of the World YWCA, which unites 25 million women and girls worldwide and spans 120 countries. For more information on YWCA Canada, please click on the link below: www.YWCACanada.ca

ClimaFacts Atlantic is committed to enhancing public knowledge on environmental climate change issues among Atlantic Canadians by providing an accessible resource about scientific climate research, promoting informed discussions and positive change.

Greenpeace is an independent global campaigning organization that acts to change attitudes and behaviour, to protect and conserve the environment and to promote peace.

Bladder Cancer Canada is a nationally registered charity organized to help bladder cancer patients and their support teams address day-to-day issues of the disease, increase awareness of bladder cancer among the general public and medical community as well as fund research, which pursues the diagnosis, treatment and elimination of bladder cancer.

The Social Mentor Network helps social innovators from faith-based and secular social enterprises, by connecting them with mentors and with each other!

For more than 25 years, MediaEdge has launched, managed and produced market-leading, well-recognized, print and digital publishing, conference and trade show products within a variety of industry-specific sectors, positioning MediaEdge amongst the most respected organizations in this field.

March of Dimes is a community-based rehabilitation and advocacy charity for people with physical disabilities. Our goal is to enhance the independence and community participation of people with physical disabilities every day through a wide range of programs and services across the country. Since 1951, March of Dimes has been on the forefront of the disability movement in Canada. Every year, we provide programs and services to over 50,000 children and adults with disabilities.

Kids Help Phone is a charity, known for our expertise and continuous innovation as Canada’s only 24/7 professional counselling, information, and referral service for young people. Since 1989, we have offered kids, teens, and young adults a critical lifeline of hope and support through our free, anonymous service, which research shows significantly improves youth mental health through our phone, Live Chat and Always There chat app. But technology is changing, and so must we – to create a future where every young person will access the support they need, in the way they need it most. That’s why we’re preparing to launch a 24/7 Texting Service using trained volunteers.

Do a Barrel Roll is a Canadian-registered non-profit using the power of gaming of all types, from video to tabletop, to drive positive change in the lives of individuals and their communities.

The Halifax motionball Marathon of Sport will see over 300 young professionals participating in a full day of sport & celebration alongside local Special Olympics athletes. Volunteers will support in a variety of areas from registration, to raffle, to Sport Station managers! Now in it's 10th year, this event is a staple in the Halifax summer event calendar and is set to raise over $100,000 for Special Olympics! Volunteer hours available for high school students.