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The following information is provided as a requirement of Alberta's Charitable Fund-Raising Act, RSA 2000, c C-9.
The Great Commission Foundation ("The GC") is a charitable trust, established by a Deed of Settlement made as of September 1, 2002 and governed by an Amended and Restated Deed of Settlements made as of October 22, 2024.
The GC is a public foundation that is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (with Canadian Charitable Registration Number 859928483 RR0001).
The charitable objects of The GC are:
1. The advancement of Christianity by spreading its principles;
2. The relief of poverty by the assistance to those persons lacking the necessities of life by giving them food, clothing, shelter or financial assistance;
3. The advancement of education including, without limitation, by the teaching of scripture and the promotion of literacy; and
4. The advancement of other "charitable purposes" as defined within subsection 149.1(1) of Income Tax Act, which includes the disbursement of funds to "qualified donees" as also defined in subsection 149.1(1).
We engage other ministries as agents to carry out projects that fulfill our charitable objects.
The GC anticipates raising an estimated amount of $12,000,000.00 this year from donation for the fulfillment of its charitable objects from donors in Alberta, Canada. The processing of these donations will cost, on average, six percent. The money raised will be going to fulfill the charitable objects of The GC.
For further information, please contact our Donations Team at donations-ca@thegc.org or call us at 1-855-488-7020. To speak directly to the GC's Donation's Manager, please call Kathy Stewart at (604) 229-8008. The GC has two (2) Canadian offices. Please visit our contact page for further details
Haven Community Toronto exists to serve as a safe and welcoming third space for the Hong Kong diaspora in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Rooted in Christian hospitality, we seek to create a non-judgmental environment where individuals and families can rediscover belonging, rebuild community, and discern their identity and future in a new land.
Many members of the Hong Kong diaspora carry deep experiences of grief, loneliness, displacement, and uncertainty. For some, migration has meant separation from family, friends, familiar neighbourhoods, churches, and communities of support. Others continue to navigate the emotional and spiritual weight of political loss, cultural transition, and the challenge of beginning again in Canada. In response to these realities, Haven Community Toronto offers a place of welcome, listening, accompaniment, and hope.
As a community ministry, we long to help people re-establish meaningful relationships, process their experiences of loss and transition, and reimagine a hopeful future. Through community gatherings, outreach initiatives, spiritual formation opportunities, pastoral care, and partnerships with like-minded professionals, Haven Community Toronto seeks to nurture emotional, relational, and spiritual well-being among those who may otherwise feel isolated or unseen.
We understand our work as a participation in the kingdom of God: making room for strangers to become friends, for the displaced to find home, and for those carrying grief to encounter healing and renewed purpose. Our hope is not only to provide programs, but to cultivate a community of belonging where people can be known, supported, and empowered to discern meaning and direction for the next chapter of their lives.
At the same time, we recognize the growing needs within the diaspora community, particularly in the areas of mental health, spiritual care, family support, and long-term community integration. One of our ongoing challenges is the lack of sustainable funding to support these needs faithfully and consistently. As we continue to organize community events, respond to those in need, and partner with professionals who share our vision, we are seeking support from churches, donors, and community partners who desire to contribute to this ministry of hospitality, healing, and hope.
Haven Community Toronto is committed to walking alongside the Hong Kong diaspora as they rebuild community, discern meaning, and reimagine the future together.
Ministry No. 1874
Program Countries: Canada
Focuses: Community Outreach
Team Lead: Joseph Wong
Email: havencommunityto@proton.me
Donate to the work of GCF carried out through the ministry of Haven Community Toronto.
*The Great Commission Foundation (the "Foundation") operates on the basis of Donor-Advised Funding. It is our utmost goal to meet the Donor's desire and intent to provide support to particular Foundation projects but, ultimately, the responsibility for the disbursement and ministry use of funds is the Foundation's. If the Foundation does not use the donation in the way the donor prefers, the Foundation will not return the donation to the donor.
*You will receive an official Canadian tax receipt for all eligible donations by the end of February of the following year. Thank you for your support of the missions and programs of the Foundation.
Call our donations department toll free 1-855-488-7020 or local 1-604-960-2595 Ext. 425
Office hours are 7am – 4pm (PST) Monday to Friday. (GCF’s office is closed on stat holidays)
Email donations-ca@thegc.org – Please do not send credit card numbers via email.
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Since 2002, The Great Commission Foundation has enabled ministry projects to thrive by providing charity admin expertise and guidance while promoting collaboration in fulfilling the Great Commission. We are registered with the Canada Revenue Agency for charitable work (charity number: 85992 8483 RR0001).