Foundation
Make a Difference. Support the Canadian Muskie Fishery
Now you can donate directly to the Muskies Canada Foundation. This is the fundraising arm of Muskies Canada and is managed by the Ottawa Community Foundation. This is the only Foundation exclusively devoted to muskie sustainability in Canada.
About the Foundation
Managed by the Ottawa Community Foundation
The Muskies Canada Foundation works with charities, government, industry, non-profit organizations and landowners on muskellunge research, restocking and habitat enhancement — including special projects like the Lake Simcoe Muskie Restoration. In return for your donation of more than $20, you will receive a receipt for tax purposes.
Get Involved
Many Ways to Donate
Individual or corporate donations, single or monthly giving, tribute or memorial donations — you can even give anonymously through the Ottawa Community Foundation.
By Cheque
Cheques payable to the Ottawa Community Foundation, specifying "The Muskies Canada Foundation" as beneficiary. Must be postmarked by December 31. Mail to: 301-75 Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1P 5E7.
Online Donation
Donate directly through the Ottawa Community Foundation portal. Individual or corporate, one-time or monthly — choose what works for you. Tax receipts provided for all donations exceeding $20.
Through the United Way
Contact your local United Way canvasser and reference "Ottawa Community Foundation, Muskies Canada Foundation" to direct your workplace giving.
Corporate Giving
Businesses can support muskie sustainability through corporate donations. Single or monthly. Tax receipts provided for all donations exceeding $20.
Legacy Giving
Planned Giving Options
Support a sustainable muskie fishery for future generations through a legacy gift. Most non-cash gifts are liquidated immediately. Tax relief is available on many planned giving strategies.
- Bequest in Your Will
- Life Insurance Policy
- RRSP or RRIF
- Appreciated Securities
- Letter of Direction
- Life Insurance Policy Transfer of Ownership
- Charitable Trust
When making gifts of publicly-listed securities, we recommend having your investment advisor file all forms by December 19th to ensure final ownership transfer by December 31. For information, contact our treasurer.