Six universities awarded new funding for international student experiences through the QES program
OTTAWA—The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) and Universities Canada are pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship program (QES) call for proposals. $1.6 million in new program funding will support 133 students at six Canadian universities, with the aim of developing the next generation of innovative leaders and community builders. […]
Rideau Hall Foundation and Volunteer Canada to develop ambitious new national strategy for youth volunteer engagement
Ottawa, Ontario, May 5th, 2023 – The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) and Volunteer Canada are delighted to announce their new joint program to engage youth across Canada in community and volunteerism, ultimately leading to an ambitious new national strategy for youth volunteer engagement. The RHF and Volunteer Canada share many values, including a commitment to volunteerism […]
Inspirational Canadian Innovations being recognized for the Governor General’s Innovation Awards
Ottawa, ON – April 18, 2023 – Today the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is pleased to announce the recipients of the eighth annual Governor General’s Innovation Awards (GGIA). These awards recognize and celebrate exceptional and transformational Canadian innovations, which are creating a positive impact in Canada and beyond, while also inspiring the next generation of […]
Rideau Hall Foundation and Taylor Family Foundation announce ambitious plan for building pride in Canada
Calgary, April 13, 2023 – The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is celebrating a generous new gift of $7.5 million from Don and Ruth Taylor and the Taylor Family Foundation (TFF). This commitment will support the nation-building work of the RHF to connect people, causes and organizations that share a common belief in and commitment to […]
Rideau Hall Foundation announces National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE)
NACITE will serve as an Indigenous national committee focused on significantly growing the numbers of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis teachers in Canada. OTTAWA – Today, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) announced membership to the National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE). The group, co-chaired by Roberta Jamieson, LL. D (Hon) and Dr. Mark […]
Millions of Canadians expected to participate in the 10th annual GivingTuesday on November 29, 2022, joining people in 85+ countries around the world
OTTAWA – This GivingTuesday, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) and CanadaHelps are asking all Canadians to join in and show their generosity on Tuesday, November 29th. On this 10th anniversary of the movement, millions of Canadians are expected to participate, whether it is by giving time, acts of kindness, or financial support. GivingTuesday started in […]
Understanding Youth and Child Civic Engagement In Canada
In December 2021, Abacus Data conducted a national public opinion survey commissioned by the Rideau Hall Foundation as part of a wider consultation related to strengthening the Forum for Young Canadians program. The survey was conducted with 1,750 young people in Canada, aged 16 to 24, and 700 children (through their parents) aged 12 to […]
Queen Elizabeth Scholars program receives $20 million gift from Government of Canada in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, launching new campaign to create permanent legacy
September 19, 2022 – Today the Government of Canada announced a gift of $20 million to the Queen Elizabeth Scholars (QES) program in recognition of the legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. “The Queen’s legacy of service and steadfast leadership will live on in the countless lives that she touched and as an inspiration […]
The Rideau Hall Foundation embarks on multi-year initiative to support substantial increases in Indigenous teacher representation across Canada
Seed funding from the Mastercard Foundation will help ensure that at least $45 million is invested in First Nations, Inuit and Métis teacher training. Ottawa, Ontario, June 23, 2022 —The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is humbled to announce the Indigenous Teacher Education Initiative, with an aim to grow the number of First Nations, Inuit, and […]
Inaugural winners of Ingenious+ youth innovation challenge announced during Canadian Innovation Week
Ottawa, May 17, 2022 – Today, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF), in partnership with JA Canada and Yukon University, announced the inaugural winners of Ingenious+, a new national youth innovation challenge for 14- to 18-year-olds. Consisting of regional and national competitions, Ingenious+ offers young innovators the opportunity to win cash prizes and mentorship opportunities. 1st […]