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Atkinson Foundation

@AtkinsonCF

We build movement power for #decentwork.

 Toronto, Ontario
atkinsonfoundation.ca
Joined February 2012
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We’re still building movement power for #decentwork. How about you? We’d love to catch up.
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Still true.
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Celebrating @TCBN and a decade of tenacious organizing for #communitybenefits with the people who show up for #Toronto in every season and all weather. #faireconomies #communitywealthbuilding 🤳: @noraepc
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The deep respect and affection we have for Ed Broadbent (@broadbent) was forged in the good fight for social and economic justice over many decades. Tonight, our hearts are with Ed's family and friends around the globe. There will be more to say in the days ahead.
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We are among those who are shocked and saddened by the news that Dr. Charles Pascal (@CEPascal) has died. Charles was our founding executive director from 1996 to 2010. Our hearts are with his family and close friends tonight. There will be more to say in the days ahead.
Former Atkinson ED Charles Pascal with former Board Chair and granddaughter of Joseph Atkinson and Elmina Elliott, Betsy Murray, and former Atkinson staff member Pedro Barata at a reception marking the 75th anniversary of the foundation.

ALT Former Atkinson ED Charles Pascal with former Board Chair and granddaughter of Joseph Atkinson and Elmina Elliott, Betsy Murray, and former Atkinson staff member Pedro Barata at a reception marking the 75th anniversary of the foundation.

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Happy holidays from the Atkinson team -- Colette, Jenn, Farah, Phill, Pat, Nora, Danielle, and Jonathan (+1 former co-worker and Toronto councillor Ausma)! We're taking a break and look forward to reconnecting in 2023.
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.@TCBN_TO joins @fairwagesnow, the 2017 Atkinson Good Fight Prize winner, in the unfolding story of our times. Every day, these movement builders turn high ideals into practical actions. They give us irrefutable proof that a more just society and equitable economy are possible.
Photograph of 11 people on a stage in 2017 at the Atkinson Foundation’s 75th anniversary party. Atkinson Foundation CEO Colette Murphy standing behind a podium that says Atkinson Foundation flanked by 10 organizers from the Fight for $15 and Fairness. Behind the people is a banner that reads The Good Fight: Atkinson Turns 75.

ALT Photograph of 11 people on a stage in 2017 at the Atkinson Foundation’s 75th anniversary party. Atkinson Foundation CEO Colette Murphy standing behind a podium that says Atkinson Foundation flanked by 10 organizers from the Fight for $15 and Fairness. Behind the people is a banner that reads The Good Fight: Atkinson Turns 75.

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This award focuses on campaigns, coalitions and networks, rather than one organization or individual, and the long struggle for justice described by Joseph Atkinson as “the good fight.” Here's the story of Canada’s fight for #DecentWork in his times. atkinsonfoundation.ca/wp-con…
Black and white closeup illustration (by Willow Dawson) of Joseph Atkinson holding a flag pole in one hand and the corner of a flag in the other. In illustration text box reads “At the time, Atkinson was fighting for old age pensions, sick benefits, maternity allowances, disability pay, unemployment insurance and other social programs to share Canada’s wealth more equitably.”

ALT Black and white closeup illustration (by Willow Dawson) of Joseph Atkinson holding a flag pole in one hand and the corner of a flag in the other. In illustration text box reads “At the time, Atkinson was fighting for old age pensions, sick benefits, maternity allowances, disability pay, unemployment insurance and other social programs to share Canada’s wealth more equitably.”

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Together, they’ve won and won big! @TCBN_TO has negotiated job opportunities, apprenticeships and other #CommunityBenefits like child care as part of major projects, including the Finch West LRT, Eglinton Crosstown LRT, West Park Healthcare Centre, and Casino Woodbine. #canlab
Kumsa Baker holds up a frame around his face that reads Community Benefits for me means… more opportunities for all. The bottom of the frame reads #RexdaleWins, @TCBN_TO with the Toronto Community Benefits Network logo.

ALT Kumsa Baker holds up a frame around his face that reads Community Benefits for me means… more opportunities for all. The bottom of the frame reads #RexdaleWins, @TCBN_TO with the Toronto Community Benefits Network logo.

Person holds up a frame around their face that reads Community Benefits for me means… more jobs. The bottom of the frame reads #RexdaleWins, @TCBN_TO with the Toronto Community Benefits Network logo.

ALT Person holds up a frame around their face that reads Community Benefits for me means… more jobs. The bottom of the frame reads #RexdaleWins, @TCBN_TO with the Toronto Community Benefits Network logo.

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The network has grown from 13 to 120 organizational members over a decade. @TCBN_TO continues to build community power to fight for a development process that includes those too often displaced by projects and excluded from their economic benefits. #CommunityBenefits #onpoli
Five people sit around a table looking at papers in their hands. In the centre, Rosemarie Powell, Toronto Community Benefits Network executive director, speaks while gesturing to the paper.

ALT Five people sit around a table looking at papers in their hands. In the centre, Rosemarie Powell, Toronto Community Benefits Network executive director, speaks while gesturing to the paper.

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