Canadian Tech Community Launches Tech for Good Declaration at True North Conference
Waterloo, May 31, 2018- Communitech, in collaboration with Deloitte, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF), Ipsos Canada, and the University of Waterloo, is pleased to unveil the Tech for Good Declaration at the True North conference in Waterloo Region. The Right Honourable David Johnston, Chair of the RHF, addressed the outcomes of the declaration built by […]
Rideau Hall Foundation launches inaugural Canadian Innovation Week
OTTAWA, May 16, 2018—As part of its commitment to strengthening Canada’s culture of innovation, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) proudly introduces the first annual Canadian Innovation Week (May 22-31). The week will bring together partners and stakeholders from the innovation ecosystem to connect, cultivate and celebrate Canadian innovation. With an eye to inspiring the next […]
Interview with the Rt Hon David Johnston – CBC Radio
On April 10, 2018, the Right Honourable David Johnston spoke to Vanessa Vander Valk, host of Shift on CBC Radio One in New Brunswick, about Thirty Years of Giving in Canada – a new report that examines charitable donations and giving patterns from 1985 to 2014. Listen to the full interview here. (10 minutes)
Charities and non-profits must lessen reliance on aging, affluent donors
Canadians give more than $14 billion annually, but current demographic trends suggest revenues will decline significantly over time if action not taken Ottawa, April 10, 2018 – The long-term viability of Canada’s charitable sector depends on higher donation rates among younger and new Canadians, according to a study released today by the Rideau Hall Foundation […]
Innovation in teaching and learning: Students and leaders across sectors explore innovative solutions to preparing youth for disrupted economy
OTTAWA – More than 80 university, public service, business and civil society leaders convened with student entrepreneurs and innovators at Univation, a national forum co-hosted by Universities Canada and the Rideau Hall Foundation, in Ottawa February 5 and 6. Against the backdrop of increasing digital change and technological disruption, Univation participants explored the challenges and opportunities for preparing […]
Inspiring the next generation of Canadian innovators – Ottawa
OTTAWA—More than 600 elementary students will learn the importance of having an innovative spirit during a special visit to Fisher Park Public School/Summit Alternative today. Former governor general of Canada, the Right Honourable David Johnston, and Mr. Tom Jenkins, Chair of OpenText and of the National Research Council, will be discussing Innovation Nation and Ingénieux Junior, the […]
Inspiring the next generation of Canadian innovators
TORONTO—Students as young as six years old will learn the importance of having an innovative spirit during a special visit at Dewson Street Public School in Toronto today. Former governor general of Canada, the Right Honourable David Johnston will be sharing Innovation Nation and Ingénieux Junior, the young readers edition of his popular book Ingenious, with students […]
New learning partnership a path to reconciliation
By: Scott Haldane and Reeta Roy This article was originally posted by the Vancouver Sun on October 23, 2017. When Sheldon Scow recounts his path to a university education, it is a story of tenacity and hard-won courage. A third-year First Nations Studies student at Vancouver Island University, Sheldon dropped out of university twice before […]
Federal gift supports the Rideau Hall Foundation as David Johnston’s Legacy
OTTAWA—The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) would like to thank the Government of Canada for its contribution in honour of The Right Honourable David Johnston, 28th Governor General of Canada (2010-2017). The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, announced today a grant of $3 million and a commitment of up to $7 million in matching funds towards the […]
Statement by the Prime Minister to thank the outgoing Governor General of Canada, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston
Ottawa, Ontario – September 28, 2017 The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to thank the outgoing Governor General of Canada, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston: “On October 2nd, 2017, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston will return to private life after holding this country’s highest and oldest office. […]