What does it mean to believe in Canada’s potential? At the Rideau Hall Foundation, it means giving peopleand communities the confidence and tools to shape tomorrow.
Canadians have always been defined by resolve, resourcefulness, and determination. That’s how we’ve built the country we’re proud of, and how we’ll rise to today’s challenges.
Realize Ambition is more than a fundraising campaign. It is a rallying cry – for individuals, communities, and our nation: to be bold, to act with purpose, and to invest in human potential as our greatest wealth.
A Shared Purpose
Our purpose is simple yet profound: a Canada where no one is left behind, where opportunity, dignity, and possibility are part of everyday life. That vision includes young people achieving their learning goals, Canadian innovation celebrated globally, and communities strengthened through knowledge, participation, and service. It also means a new generation empowered to lead for the greater good, united by pride in who we are and what we can achieve together.
As RHF Board Member and CEO of the Saskatoon Public Schools Foundation Zeba Ahmad put it:
“Together, we can ensure that when young Canadians look towards the future, it is with curiosity and confidence in the great things this country has to offer.”
Impact Already Taking Shape
The early momentum of Realize Ambition is inspiring:
- Independent local journalism is being sustained through the Norman Webster Fellowship, ensuring vital community reporting continues.
- Youth innovation is thriving through Ingenious+, where young Canadians are already designing technologies to address climate change, health, and accessibility.
- Educators and leaders across Canada are building new pathways for learning, civic engagement, and community leadership.
When we believe in people and invest in their potential, we transform challenges into possibilities. And each success lights the way for the next.
Together, we are realizing ambition for Canada.
Thank You to Our Donors
Behind every program, every success story, and every impact we share are our donors. From individuals to foundations to corporate partners, your generosity fuels youth education, innovation, leadership, and stronger communities across Canada, igniting ambition and shaping a brighter future for all.
