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Canada Opens 2026 Volunteer Awards Nominations

Minister Patty Hajdu announced 19 recipients and 5 special mention recipients of the 2025 Canada's Volunteer Awards, selected from 268 total nominations. Each recipient will direct a grant of $2,500 to $10,000 to a non-profit of their choice. The call for nominations for the 2026 awards is open from April 22, 2026 to June 17, 2026.

William Blake House Northants Enters Administration as Investigation Continues

William Blake House Northants, a charity providing residential care and support for young adults with learning disabilities in Towcester, Northamptonshire, entered administration on 1 April 2026 following an application by Adam Stephens of S&W Partners LLP to the High Court. Adam Stephens and Christopher Allen of S&W Partners LLP have been appointed as joint administrators. The Charity Commission's statutory inquiry, opened on 16 March 2026 to investigate financial and governance concerns, will continue concurrently with the administration process. Joint administrators will explore alternative care options for residents and liaise with families, West Northamptonshire Council, and the Care Quality Commission.