“Serving on the Community Foundations of Canada | Fondations communautaires du Canada board, a network of foundations whose impact stretches across Canada, from local roots to national reach, is both grounding and energizing.
I recently received a beautiful book from the team at CFC, “Lessons in Philanthropy: Legacy of Barb McInnes”, and I’ve been deeply moved by the wisdom it gathers. Barb is remembered as a connector, builder, and champion – someone who understood how transformative relationships are to strong communities.
One passage that particularly resonated with me: The trust we build, the conversations it sparks, and the steady work of bringing people together, forging relationships with community as well as cross sector partnerships, sits at the very centre of meaningful philanthropy.
Reading reflections from such a diverse cross‑section of sector leaders is a powerful reminder of how collective action, sustained commitment, and genuine connection drive lasting change.
A heartfelt thank you to the contributors whose voices help carry Barb’s legacy forward: Ian Bird, Andrea Dicks, Jess Tomlin, Andrew Chunilall, CPA, CA, ICD.D, Glenn McInnes, Manjit Basi, Roger Greenberg, Yasir Naqvi 
, Sarah Arden, Russ Mill, Richard Mulcaster…along with so many others whose insights enrich this collection.
Here’s to working together to ensure a future where everyone truly belongs.
– Reviewed by Anne Delorme
