A donation to SONS OF NORWAY FOUNDATION IN CANADA is a meaningful way to make a difference.
Your donation will help ensure:
- the preservation, for future generations, of the many programs offered by SONS OF NORWAY FOUNDATION IN CANADA;
- that members of the Nordic community and others have opportunities to support the preservation of our Culture and Heritage; and
- the continuance of making bursaries available for post-secondary, certificate, and apprenticeship students.
Making Donations
For information on making donations, please contact Foundation Treasurer, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
There are different ways to make your donation:
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Interac e-Transfer Open or Close
e-Transfer from an on-line account:
- Log in to your on-line account;
- Select Interac e-Transfer (some require selecting ‘Transfer’ first);
- Enter recipient name: Sons of Norway Foundation; then enter recipient email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
- Note: Some agencies limit number of characters (including spaces) in the recipient names, simply enter the name up to the character limit and the transfer should proceed.
- Transfer process:
- Enter amount to be transferred, ensure this is coming from correct account;
- The process is Autodeposit and does not require the Q&A verification.
- If there is a message box, please enter your name, and if you are a member of Sons of Norway, enter your Lodge name and number.
- Please complete the process by filling out the Foundation Donation form CF 006 (on line) and submit to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. – this will also identify special instructions on donation routing.
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Direct Donations Open or Close
Direct donations will be credited to the General Fund, and will be noted for special purpose if that is specified in the donation form.
- Use Form CF 006 – indicate in Section 1 which fund is to receive your donation. The donation with the Donation Form can be sent directly to our Foundation Treasurer or forwarded through your Lodge Foundation Director.
- When completing the Donation Form (CF 006) be sure to fill in your Lodge name and number so the donation can be credited to your lodge for the Founders Award program.
- Memorial donations can be made to the General Fund or Channeled to another recipient (see Channeled Donations information). The family or representative will receive a letter of condolence and notification that a donation has been made in memory of their loved one. Use Form CF 006.
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Publicly Traded Securities Open or Close
Canadian Tax Laws permit donations of Publicly Traded Securities, such as common shares, to charitable organizations including SONS OF NORWAY FOUNDATION IN CANADA. This way, capital gains may not have to be paid or be substantially reduced on investment gains. It is recommended a tax specialist be consulted to determine if such donation process is advantageous. Our Foundation has a special securities receiving account to facilitate receiving donations of publicly traded securities in the manner required by Canadian tax laws and regulations.
This type of donation can be direct or a channeled donation. Please use Donation Form CF 006 to provide information on donation purpose.
If you are considering donation of publicly traded securities, you or your broker should contact an Officer of our Foundation.
A tax receipt will be issued to the donor once the process is complete.
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Grants to Non-Profit Groups Outside Sons of Norway Open or Close
Individuals or groups can make donations to be directed to other registered charities or non-profit groups. It must be noted the recipient agency must meet the recipient criteria consistent with our Foundation Bylaws and Canadian tax regulations. For registered charities such as Red Cross, Salvation Army, etc., CRA supports these transfers. For non-profit groups such as local sports teams or community service groups, a donor may request the Foundation Board of Directors consider approval of the gift be applied to fund activities or events, purchase equipment or paraphernalia, special celebrations, etc. for the named group.Use Form CF010 - Consideration of a Grant to a Non-Profit Application and explain the project this grant request will support. Form CF007 Activity/Event/Purchase Follow-Up report must be completed by the receiving group within 60 days following completion of the project.
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Bequests – Leaving a Legacy Open or Close
Leaving a Legacy is a unique way to support SONS OF NORWAY FOUNDATION IN CANADA in preserving our great Heritage and Cultural mosaic for generations to come.
You, your lawyer and/or your accountant should contact a Foundation Officer to work on details of your legacy gift, or if you wish, to establish a special legacy fund. This way, you can ensure your proposal meets your wishes and the Foundation’s requirements and standards.
Making a Bequest:
- is Simple – A charitable bequest can be made at any time for any amount. All that is needed is to include instructions in your Will for a bequest in favour of SONS OF NORWAY FOUNDATION IN CANADA.
- is Tax Friendly – Your estate will receive a tax receipt for the full amount of your bequest. This may reduce the taxes payable on the estate tax returns. When writing or updating your Will, ask you lawyer to determine the most advantageous bequest process for your estate. This may vary from province to province.
- is Flexible – A bequest can be in any amount or a percentage of your estate. Changes can be made to your Will regarding the bequest at any time.
NOTE: Donation cheques must be made payable to SONS OF NORWAY FOUNDATION IN CANADA.
Click here to view and download a PDF version of CF006 Donation Form. (PDF files require Acrobat Reader to view and complete. If you are experiencing difficulties opening a form, click here to upgrade to the newest version.of Acrobat Reader.)
Donation Options
All donations are deposited to the General Fund account.
A gift may be passed on to a registered Canadian charity, or if approved, a gift may be granted to a nonprofit society or group in accordance with our objects and purpose. For grants to nonprofit society or group, Form CF010 – Consideration of a Grant to a Non-Profit Application must be submitted to the Foundation Secretary.
All donations are acknowledged by the issuance of a Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada tax receipts for use in Canadian tax returns. Please complete Donation Form CF 006.
Your gift will provide support for:
- Cultural Grants – supports Lodge and affiliate groups in their Heritage and Cultural events.
- Tormod Rekdal Cultural Grant – enables financial assistance to persons taking courses or workshops that provides training for Heritage and Cultural skills trainers.
- Lysne Rosemaling Grant – supports workshops for Rosemaling skills and trainers.
- Post-Secondary and Certificate and Apprentice Bursaries – supports students to further their education.
- Bjarne and Karel Thorshaug Grant – provides financial assistance to those offering classes/workshops in Norwegian Language, History and/or Culture.
- Folkehøgskole Bursary – provides financial assistance to students attending Folkehøgskole in Norway.
- University of Oslo International Summer School – provides financial assistance to students enrolled in the University of Oslo International Summer School.
Donor Recognition
Much of our fundraising involves Sons of Norway lodges and members in Canada as well as affiliate groups such as Torske Klubbs.
The Foundation tracks all donations from individuals, Canadian lodges and affiliate groups. The recognition is based on accumulated donations (gifts) and when certain levels are reached, donation recognition pins are awarded as follows for donations reaching:
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$100 – Bronze Pin
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$500 – Silver Pin
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$1000 – Gold Pin
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$2000 – Platinum Pin
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$5000 – Platinum Plus Pin
In 1985, the Founders Award program was established as an incentive for Sons of Norway lodges to participate in continuous fundraising. The Founders Award is awarded each year to the lodge with the highest per member total of direct donations.