In the Community

We're proud to return as the Matching Champion for the 19th Annual Holiday Care Package Drive with Cause We Care Foundation. We will be matching all donations made between now and Drive Day on December 10th - up to $50,000, or 200 Care Packages. That means every dollar you give will go twice as far.

Each Care Package includes a new Herschel backpack filled with meaningful essentials and treats: a $100 Save-On-Foods grocery gift card, warm winter accessories, self-care items, and a heartfelt handwritten holiday message.

Together, let's gift a little happiness and let single mothers know they are seen and cared for this holiday season.

Capital Direct I Income Trust is honoured to be recognized at the 2025 Giving Hearts Awards, part of National Philanthropy Day. This annual celebration highlights organizations and individuals who strengthen our region through their generosity and service. Being nominated in the Outstanding Corporation category reflects our ongoing commitment to community support, philanthropy, and creating positive impact. We're grateful to stand alongside so many changemakers dedicated to making a difference.

We are proud to return as a Bronze Sponsor for Homes for the Holidays as the event marks its 20th anniversary. Our support of YWCA Metro Vancouver reflects our commitment to helping women and families thrive in our community. On November 15 and 16, 2025 the Cecil Green Park House at UBC will be filled with beautiful trees and décor created by talented designers and volunteers from around the city.

Proceeds help fund vital YWCA programs that provide housing, employment services, and family supports across Metro Vancouver. We are grateful to everyone who brings this celebration to life and we look forward to sharing the festive spirit together. We hope to see you there.

Thank you to everyone who joined us last Saturday, November 1, for the VGH+ Capital Direct Vitality Gala 2025. “No breakthrough happens alone” was the perfect phrase to describe the generosity of all those who attended, as we raised over $3.2 million for healthcare innovation in BC. We were happy to host everyone at the Vancouver Convention Centre and celebrate a wonderful a night of community and Connections, this year’s Gala theme.

The funds raised will support the Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) & University of British Columbia (UBC) Hospital Foundation’s mission to advance life-changing research, strengthen world-class care teams and accelerate treatments for the most complex cases in our province. Every gift moves crucial work forward at VGH, UBC Hospital, G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Centre, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, and Vancouver Community Health Services, ensuring that patients benefit from leading research and care close to home.

More than 800 leaders from medical, corporate and philanthropic circles gathered for one special night that showcased what is possible when our community comes together. The shared purpose in the room was clear, this event does more than inspire. It delivers real impact for patients and families across BC, like it did for Chris Pennimpede.

After he was struck by a semi-truck while on his way to Tofino in 2022, Chris’s injuries were deemed too complex to be treated locally. It was decided that he was to be airlifted to VGH, where he would be treated with an innovative care technique pioneered by the doctors at the hospital. Through the treatment and care from VGH and the G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Centre, Chris made an incredible recovery. He shared his story at the gala and received a standing ovation from the entire room, inspiring everyone in attendance and demonstrating first-hand the impact that a night like this can have for our community.

As the evening’s Title Sponsor, our support builds on years of partnership with the Foundation and reflects our values as a company rooted in community. We believe in strengthening the places where we live and work. The Vitality Gala embodies these commitments by connecting generosity with tangible outcomes for health care in BC. Together, through the power of connections, we are helping build a future where transformative care and breakthrough research are within reach for every British Columbian.

Capital Direct Vitality Gala Opening Message

For decades, the CKNW Kids' Fund has been a beacon of hope, helping children with physical, mental, and social challenges achieve their potential. Rooted in a tradition of community support and compassionate care, the fund empowers families by providing essential resources, programs, and services that make a difference in the lives of young people across British Columbia.

For decades, the CKNW Kids' Fund has been a beacon of hope, helping children with physical, mental, and social challenges achieve their potential. Rooted in a tradition of community support and compassionate care, the fund empowers families by providing essential resources, programs, and services that make a difference in the lives of young people across British Columbia.

The impact of the CKNW Kids' Fund is amplified through partnerships with organizations like Capital Direct, a trusted financial solutions company committed to giving back to the community. Capital Direct’s contributions play a vital role in ensuring the fund’s initiatives continue to thrive. Their generous donations have helped finance critical programs, including:

• Specialized Equipment and Technology: Providing children with mobility aids, communication devices, and other tools to enhance their independence.
• Therapeutic Services: Supporting mental health initiatives and physical therapy programs tailored to meet individual needs.
• Community Enrichment Programs: Fostering inclusivity and growth through arts, sports, and educational activities.
• Capital Direct’s partnership reflects a shared vision of creating a brighter, more inclusive future for children in need. Their support ensures the CKNW Kids' Fund can reach even more families, delivering impactful solutions where they are needed most.

Together, the CKNW Kids' Fund and Capital Direct are building a legacy of hope, resilience, and opportunity—because every child deserves the chance to shine.

Catch Richard Nichols, President of Capital Direct, on the CKNW radio show as he shares his passion for giving back to the community. Hear firsthand how much Capital Direct values its partnership with the CKNW Kids' Fund and why their contributions are instrumental in ensuring the fund’s vital initiatives continue to thrive.

Tune In: Richard Nichols, President of Capital Direct, Shares Insights on Supporting the CKNW Kids' Fund

On December 5th our volunteers and donors gathered at BC Place to assemble and deliver 1,200 care packages valued at over $250 each to 37 frontline organizations who provide ongoing services and resources directly to single mothers and their children. We are grateful for their valuable assistance in ensuring each Care Package reaches a family in need.