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Oakville is a wealthy community, but 1 in 8 live in poverty in one neighborhood

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oakville, Ont., October 9, 2025 – A new update report from the Oakville Community Foundation explores the contrast of being considered a wealthy community while also having the highest low-income rate in Halton. There is a widely held belief that Oakville is a wealthy community untouched by common social issues, like homelessness, […]

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An Update on The Foundation’s First Impact Investment

The Oakville Community Foundation’s first impact investment loan has supported 55 youth, to date, with housing through the Halton Children’s Aid Society (HCAS). The trilateral loan made in 2018, together with Burlington Community Foundation and Hamilton Community Foundation, supported the purchase of a home as part of HCAS Bridging the Gap program. The home serves […]

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5 unique ways to leave a legacy— and the easiest!

“Roll me up and smoke me when I die.” – Willie Nelson It may be a Willie Nelson song, but it sure would be a unique way to leave a legacy. Unlike Willie, for most people, their legacy has to do with the impact they’ve had on their family, friends, community and the world around […]

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Honouring her Husband’s Legacy with a Gift of Education

After her husband John passed away, April Macdonald found herself responsible for implementing the philanthropic plans they had made together. She knew what causes they had identified together but had no experience with philanthropy. “John was a self-made man who came from humble beginnings,” says April. “I wanted to honour his belief that education is […]

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Oakville is a wealthy community, but 1 in 8 live in poverty in one neighborhood

An Update on The Foundation’s First Impact Investment

5 unique ways to leave a legacy— and the easiest!

Honouring her Husband’s Legacy with a Gift of Education