Insights in this brief draw on data collected through a national survey panel, comprising roughly 1,000 Canadian charities from across the country. The survey panel is facilitated by Carleton University’s Charity Insights Canada Project (CICP).
Canada’s charitable sector, comprising more than 85,000 organizations, represents a significant component of the national labour market, employing roughly 10.7% of the country’s full-time workforce (CanadaHelps, 2026). The sector draws on a highly skilled, educated, and mission-driven labour force, making it an important contributor to Canada’s workforce capacity, community well-being, and economic resilience.
Research finding themes include:
- Charities are a pillar of Canada’s labour market.
- Charities provide entry points to the labour market.
- Charities invest in professional development.
- The sector’s potential to retain talent is constrained.
Published By: Carleton University’s Charity Insights Project (CICP) https://carleton.ca/cicp-pcpob/
Publication Date: June, 2026
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