Toyota in the Community

Together with our network of Toyota and Lexus dealers, we’re Moving as One to support the Canadian communities where we work, live and play. For this reason, we’re investing in like-minded community organizations who share our focus and are making a positive impact on our society.

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Our Community Investment Focus Areas


 Inclusion through Physical Accessibility

Toyota Canada is committed to supporting inclusion through physical accessibility by investing in organizations with forward-thinking solutions that remove barriers to mobility.

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Toyota Canada supports access to safe, nutritious food by partnering with community organizations and food banks across the country. Through these investments, Toyota helps strengthen local food systems, expand distribution, and address the underlying causes of food insecurity so individuals and families can thrive.

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The Toyota Canada Foundation funds organizations dedicated to encouraging more young Canadians to pursue an education and career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math).


Partnership Spotlights



Canadian Blood Services

How are we helping the StopGap Foundation create a barrier-free society where every person can access every space? StopGap’s national School Project focuses on education and dialogue around issues of disability and accessibility.




Canadian Blood Services

Helping more new mothers with premature babies

How did we share our world-renowned Toyota Production System knowledge to help Héma-Québec’s Public Mother’s Milk Bank provide 20% more vital breast milk to Québec hospitals with mothers caring for premature babies?


Canadian Blood Services

Helping Canadian blood flow faster

How did we share our world-renowned Toyota Production System knowledge to help Canadian Blood Services achieve significant process improvements at its production and distribution facilities, including additional production time, a 40% reduction in packing time, and a 30% reduction in steps taken by employees every day?




Kart Start Safety

How did we make a more accessible and inclusive go-kart?  With a hand-controlled throttle and braking incorporated into the design of the steering wheel, kartSTART designed an accessible kart to allow kids living with physical disabilities to take part in its hands-on drivers’ safety education program for Canadian kids.

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Primary Corporate Partners


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Food Banks Canada

Food Banks Canada provides national leadership to relieve hunger and reduce food insecurity. The organization supports a network of over 5,500 food banks and community agencies, working to increase food access, reduce waste, and address the root causes of hunger.

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Trans Canada Trail

Trans Canada Trail develops and promotes the longest network of multi-use recreational trails in the world, connecting communities across every province and territory. The Trail supports active living, environmental stewardship, and access to nature for people of all ages and abilities.


Primary Foundation Partners


Actua

Actua

Actua is Canada’s largest science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) youth outreach network, representing 40 university- and college-based members. Actua focuses on the engagement of underrepresented youth through specialized programs for Indigenous youth, girls and young women, at-risk youth and youth living in Northern and remote communities.

Let's Talk Science

Let’s Talk Science

Let’s Talk Science – a leading partner in Canadian education – is a national charitable organization committed to inspiring and empowering Canadian youth by providing a comprehensive suite of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) based programs to support youth, educators, and volunteers across Canada.

Indspire

Indspire

Indspire is an Indigenous national charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada. With the support of its funding partners, Indspire provides financial awards, delivers programs and shares resources so that First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students will achieve their highest potential.


Other Funding Recipients




Am I Eligible for Funding?


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Toyota Canada Community Investment Funding

Toyota Canada’s corporate community investment program is focused primarily on supporting organizations working in the area of inclusion through physical accessibility (inclusion, accessibility, human movement, mobility), food security, sustainability, and disaster relief.

In order to be eligible, your organization must also be:

  • A registered Canadian charitable organization
  • National in scope
  • Bilingual (English and French)

Organizations not eligible include: 

  • Religious organizations
  • Political or government organizations
  • Issue advocacy groups
  • Labour organizations
  • Recreational sports teams
  • For-profit organizations
  • Charities primarily supporting efforts outside of Canada
  • Charities that collect and distribute funding to other organizations
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Toyota Canada Foundation Funding

The Toyota Canada Foundation is focused primarily on supporting organizations working in the area of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and outreach.

Requests for corporate community investment from Toyota Canada or funding from the Toyota Canada Foundation can be submitted by clicking Apply Now.

 

We ask that all requests include:

  • Background about your organization and initiative, including your Charitable Registration Number
  • A clear outline of your organization’s program, project or event
  • Any specific dates relevant to your request

 

If your organization is interested in submitting a funding request, please click HERE


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