Tides Canada Foundation began its operations in the fall of 2000 through the efforts of a group of visionary leaders in the field of environmental and social justice philanthropy.

Our vision and mission:

Tides Canada Foundation actively promotes change towards social and environmental well-being that is founded on the principles of:

• Social justice
• Broadly shared economic opportunity
• Robust, inclusive and participatory democratic process
• Farsighted environmental stewardship

We believe that healthy societies rely fundamentally on respect for human rights, cultural diversity, and the vitality of communities. We are committed to respecting and protecting our natural and environmental legacy that sustains the quality of rural and urban life. Canada's abundant wilderness creates a special opportunity for the Foundation to promote habitat protection and biodiversity.

We envision, and aim to contribute to, social change philanthropy that strengthens the public commons and enhances public goods, both indispensable cornerstones for shifting our communities towards an equitable world and a life-supporting ecology.