For Charities. For Impact. For Canada.

More than ever, the world – and Canada – seem to be at a crossroads.

Whether it is the rapid ascent of artificial intelligence, the rising cost of living and demand for charitable services, or the international uncertainty we have seen from even our closest allies, it is far from business as usual for our fundraising community.

So how do we meet these challenges, head on?

Fundraising Day 2026 is a call to action for every professional in the sector to come together to learn, network and share ideas. 

Learn more about next year's Fundraising Day below.

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Kick Off 2026 Together at the AFP Ottawa Chapter New Year's Social

Start the year on a high note! Join your colleagues at the AFP Ottawa Chapter New Year's Social—an evening of great conversation, light bites, and a toast to fresh beginnings within the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the Coconut Lagoon restaurant.

January 27, 2026
5:30 p.m. To 7:30 p.m.
Coconut Lagoon, 853 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 2T4

Please RSVP by January 23

Don’t forget to stop by the Zoom Photobooth to capture a fun keepsake from the evening!

RSVP Now

Reminder from AFP Ottawa

Help AFP Global strengthen our community by updating your demographic information.

Log into your account at afpglobal.org, navigate to My Account → My Demographics, and take a moment to ensure your details are current.

Keeping this information up to date ensures our chapter and AFP Global can continue to serve you effectively and advocate for the needs of our diverse membership.

Update Today

Why support EMC?

Your mission, if you choose to accept it — donate to the Every Member Campaign.

Hear from AFP Ottawa member, Andrea Olsen-Black, on why your gift, no matter the size, will truly make a difference in your fundraising community.

To donate, click or scan the QR code below!

AFP Ottawa Membership. An investment in yourself!

AFP Ottawa Partners

Congratulations to 2025 Philanthropy Award Recipients

Presented by:
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Check out the 2025 Giving Guide!

From Ottawa Business Journal and Foundation WCPD

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2025 Giving Guide

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Our AFP Ottawa Chapter.

We are the leaders and influencers for a dynamic and growing non-profit sector in our nation’s capital. With more than 200 members, AFP Ottawa represents a vast network that touches every industry and boardroom in the city. We have the privilege of being a proud national leader for other chapters in Canada and play a role in future government policy towards charitable giving.

AFP Ottawa is also truly a diverse community -- of people who make a life bringing people together to support efforts to create a better community, country and world. We actively seek and achieve a broad representation of experiences, perspectives, opinions and cultures. After all, inclusiveness is an essential source of vitality and strength for the effective pursuit of an organization’s mission. The advantages of joining, getting involved, and providing support to your professional association are many. Most important, it helps your career and your charity to advance!

Fundraisers operate in a world of urgent needs, changing public opinions, and evolutions in legislation and demographics. AFP Ottawa has the tools that you need to help your community find the joy in giving, to advance your charity’s mission, and to propel your career. Educational and networking opportunities, our Fundraising Day Conference and the Philanthropy Awards are popular draws. The mentorship program for those new to the profession, CFRE study groups for those advancing to the next level and information updates meet the needs of fundraisers at all levels.

We invite you to explore joining us a member, actively taking part and doing what you can to support this lively and professional community of peers.