Mission, Vision and Strategic Framework 

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), Canada's leading grantmaking foundation, is an agency of the Government
of Ontario.

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Our vision

The Ontario Trillium Foundation enables Ontarians to work together to enhance the quality of life in their communities. We believe that communities across Ontario are rich in talent, creativity and drive, and our grants stimulate communities to build on these assets.   

Our mission

Building healthy and vibrant communities throughout Ontario by strengthening the capacity of the voluntary sector, through investments in community-based initiatives.  

Our core values and operating principles

The following core values and operating principles guide the Ontario Trillium Foundation and shape its organizational culture. Our volunteers and staff are dedicated to reflecting these values in their actions and relationships. 

Accountability and transparency

We appreciate the trust placed in us by the Government of Ontario, and safeguard the public funds we receive through rigorous accountability controls. Our communications programs and operational processes ensure that our guidelines and grant decisions are accessible and transparent to the public.  

Excellence

Because we believe passionately that our work enhances the quality of life for people across Ontario, we aim to achieve the highest professional standards of excellence.    

Volunteer and staff leadership

Our leadership depends on skilled staff working in productive partnership with knowledgeable volunteers who understand the needs of local communities in their region. Our staff and volunteer human resources practices foster this creative synergy.  

Inclusiveness and innovation

Our policies and programs acknowledge that the people of Ontario are diverse and dynamic and that community needs differ across the province.  We support creative initiatives that respond to the real needs of Ontario's varied and evolving communities.   

Integrity and respect

Our grant decision-making processes, business practices and communications strategies are governed by the principles of honesty, integrity and fairness. We treat all stakeholders respectfully, including volunteers, staff, grant applicants, and members of the public. 

Efficiency and impact

We are determined to ensure that public funds are well invested and that our grantmaking and grant-monitoring processes are cost efficient. We consistently measure and evaluate results based on grant outcomes.