Sam Laprade

Sam Laprade is the writer of OBJ’s Philanthropy in Ottawa column and has over 30 years of experience in the non-profit sector, public relations, media relations and municipal politics.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: CIBC Wood Gundy digs deep for Ronald McDonald House

Ottawa

Ronald McDonald House Charities Ottawa has been offering help to families for over 37 years and provided over 170,000 nights of lodging.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: $50,000 donation to match 50 years service

Giving

John Laframboise started his career at Kelly Funeral Homes by Arbour Memorial washing cars.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: RBC supports Canadian artists with National Gallery donation

Ottawa

Support makes art more accessible to Canadians while also empowering artists to showcase their talents on the world stage.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: Giant Tiger roars in support of mental health

Ottawa

Family Services Ottawa has been overwhelmed with requests for mental health support over the past year as the pandemic places additional strain on individuals and

Philanthropy in Ottawa: CHEO banks on TD for mental health support

Ottawa

Mental health teams of crisis workers are delivering virtual care side-by-side with emergency department physicians and nurses.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: Indigenous youth get assist from former NHL players

Ottawa

‘We hope to inspire other local businesses to make a positive impact in whichever way they can.’

Philanthropy in Ottawa: Local lawyers raise the bar for the Ottawa Food Bank

Ottawa

Record-breaking $98,000 raised during Firms Fill Fridges campaign.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: Tobi Lütke and Fiona McKean support community COVID-19 relief efforts

Ottawa

A year into the pandemic, social services are still under strain as many of their clients continue to struggle through the pandemic.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: Support for STEM blooms at Algonquin thanks to Leacross Foundation

Ottawa

Take-home lab kits, with necessary equipment for applied research projects, were provided to students to support remote hands-on learning for students.