Support Family Enterprise

Family-owned businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy, accounting for approximately 50% of private sector GDP and close to 7 million jobs.

Simply put, family enterprise matters.

Help us build the future of family enterprise in Canada by donating to Family Enterprise Foundation today.

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Double your impact with our matching fund opportunity

We have an ambitious fundraising campaign to fulfill our mission. The James A. Burton & Family Foundation is supporting our campaign by matching donations from other members of our community up to a total of $300,000!

We are so grateful to all those who have stepped up so far.

...now it's your turn to help!

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Family Enterprise Foundation is a registered charitable organization:
Your tax-deductible donation will help build a better Canada and a brighter future for our next generation of leaders.

How your donation helps

To remain a strong, independent supporter and voice for family enterprise, your donation will help us build the fundamental infrastructure necessary to carry out our mandate in providing research free from undue influence.

We collaborate with others to provide research-based empirical evidence that supports family enterprises and Family Enterprise Advisors (FEAs) with educational resources, research and a stronger voice.

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Priority projects:

Project 1 — Renewing The Family Enterprise Matters Report

The Family Enterprise Matters report has been a trusted resource for policymakers, educators and family businesses, offering key insights into the economic impact and unique challenges of family enterprises. This report needs a prospective update to reflect the changing economic landscape and provide actionable insights that will help family businesses navigate today’s complexities. Your donation will help us reach the $100,000 needed to make this update a reality, securing a powerful tool that directly informs the future of family business policy and planning.

Project 2 — Fostering Mental Health and Well-Being in Family Enterprises

The health and well-being of Family Business members are integral to the sustainability of these enterprises. With new mental health initiatives underway, we will offer specialized resources that address the relational and emotional dimensions unique to family-owned businesses. Your contribution supports this vital research and programming, helping families address mental health openly and build resilience, strengthening both family ties and business foundations.

Project 3 — Supporting Intrapreneurship and Innovation

Innovation within family businesses is essential to their survival and growth. Our Intrapreneurship in Family Businesses program equips family members with the tools to foster innovation, empowering the next generation of leaders to drive sustainable growth. By contributing, you’re investing directly in Canada’s next wave of family business leaders who are ready to take bold steps in a dynamic economy.

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Double your impact by donating today — Your donation will be matched by the James A. Burton & Family Foundation up to a total of $300,000.


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Our Charitable Number: 89362 5046 RR001

Tax receipts are issued according to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) guidelines. For inquiries about your tax receipt, please contact us.

Contact

Olivier de Richoufftz
General Secretary

Email: oderichoufftz@familyenterprise.ca
Phone: 1-866-849-0099

À travers leur oeuvre, ils ont réussi à communiquer leur réelle passion pour le bien-être des entreprises familiales.
Isabelle Marcoux Vice-President of Development of TC Transcontinental, Quebec
Families are at the heart of everything we do.
Nan-B and Philippe de Gaspé Beaubien Co-Chairs of de Gaspé Beaubien Foundation, Quebec
Each generation has built over the last one.
Paulina Garza Lagüera Gonda Director of FEMSA and Coca Cola FEMSA, British Columbia
Innovation comes with learning faster and cheaper.
Allen S. Taylor Owner of Taylor & Associates, Ontario