Welcome to the YFC Canada Foundation
The purpose of the Foundation is to support Youth for Christ / Youth Unlimited Chapters in Canada. This provides a donor the option of designating a gift which can be held in trust by the Foundation and designated to the ministry as requested by the donor.
For example, a donor in Edmonton Alberta, may wish to give a gift of $100,000 to the Edmonton YFC Chapter but wants the gift to be spread out over a 10 year period. There is a discussion with the donor concerning the gift and an agreement by the Foundation before accepting the gift. If accepted, the gift is held in trust and monies will be distributed according to the wishes of the donor to that Chapter.
If you are considering leaving the Youth for Christ Canada Foundation in your Will, your legal advisor will need to know the following information:
Youth for Christ Canada Foundation
Charitable Registration Number: 809311038RR0001
Address: # 308 – 8047 199 Street Langley, BC. V2Y 0E2
If you are interested in speaking with a Youth for Christ Canada Foundation representative for a confidential conversation, please contact Maureen Pryce at info@yfccf.org or call 1.800.899.9322 x212.
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Advisors With Purpose
We at Youth for Christ/Youth Unlimited have partnered with ADVISORS with Purpose to provide you with free, confidential, no‑obligation Will and Estate Planning support. Here are some upcoming seminars you can take advantage of:
Upcoming Weminars
Please click on the following link(s) to register for a toll-free 45 minute phone seminar designed to help you understand the critical issues of providing for your family, reducing taxes, and supporting ministries of your choice.
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
7:30pm Eastern/4:30pm Pacific
Lorne Jackson
Wills Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide to Estate Planning
Thinking about creating a will or getting your affairs in order, but not sure where to begin? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone either. Join us for Wills Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide to Estate Planning, a free, one-hour webinar designed and hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose to help you take the first step with clarity and confidence.This friendly and informative session will cover:
- How to create a will without getting overwhelmed by legal terms
- Tax strategies that can help protect your assets
- Planning for your family’s future with care
- Leaving a legacy through charitable giving
- How to approach end-of-life decisions with thoughtfulness and dignity
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
3:00pm Eastern/12:00pm Pacific
Lorne Jackson
The Next Chapter: Estate Planning Essentials for Retirees
Retirement brings a new season of freedom—and important new questions. What happens to your RRSP or TFSA when you pass? Should you give a gift to your grandchildren now or later? How do you handle your vacation property or the family home in a way that’s fair and wise? What if long-term care becomes necessary? This free webinar, hosted by Advisors with Purpose and presented by Lorne Jackson, is designed for those in retirement who want to ensure their estate plan is current, strategic, and aligned with their values. In this session, we’ll explore:
- What to do with your RRSPs, RRIFs, and TFSAs
- Handling vacation properties, the family home, and capital gains
- Gifting to grandchildren: smart and tax-efficient approaches
- Planning for long-term care and incapacity
- How life insurance fits into your estate plan
- Leaving stocks, shares, or business assets wisely
- Making sure your Will and Powers of Attorney still reflect your goals
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
8:30pm Eastern/5:30pm Pacific
Mary Lynn Huizinga
Planning with Purpose: Estate Planning for Women at Every Stage of Life
Whether you’re building your career, caring for your family, living independently, or navigating retirement, planning ahead is one of the most powerful steps you can take. Yet estate planning often overlooks the unique financial, family and legacy roles women play. Join us for a free, one-hour webinar hosted by Mary Lynn Huizinga and our partners at Advisors with Purpose and created specifically for women who want to take control of their legacy with clarity and confidence.This informative and supportive session will explore:
- The essential documents every woman needs
- Planning as a single woman, partner, mother, caregiver, or retiree
- Financial and tax strategies tailored to women’s longer life expectancy
- Protecting your family and passing on your values
- How to choose the right executor and advocates for your wishes
- Leaving a legacy through charitable giving and personal values
- End-of-life decisions and how to prepare without fear
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
3:00pm Eastern/12:00pm Pacific
Abraham Somavarapha
Strategic Philanthropy: How to Incorporate Giving into Your Estate Plan
Thoughtful giving doesn’t end in your lifetime—it can become one of the most enduring ways you shape the future. Join us for this webinar hosted by Abraham Somavarapha and our partners at Advisors with Purpose designed for individuals who are thinking seriously about how to align their estate plan with the causes and values that matter most to them.In this session, we’ll explore:
- Key estate planning tools for charitable giving
- How to structure gifts in your will or trust
- Ways to maximize impact while maintaining flexibility
- Planning strategies that align giving with family and financial goals
- The role of donor-advised funds, bequests, and charitable trusts
- How to communicate your giving intentions with clarity
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific
Chantel Gibbs
Estate Planning for Business Owners: Protecting What You’ve Built and Planning What Comes Next
As a business owner, your company is more than a source of income—it’s a major part of your legacy. Whether you’re running a family enterprise, managing a growing company, or thinking about the next generation, estate planning is a critical step in protecting what you’ve worked so hard to build. Join us for this one-hour webinar hosted by Chantel Gibbs and our partners at Advisors with Purpose, designed to help small and medium-sized business owners plan wisely for the future.In this session, we’ll cover:
- How to incorporate your business into your estate plan
- Strategies for family businesses and closely held companies
- Preparing for succession—what to do now to avoid conflict later
- Structuring ownership and control in your absence
- Tax-efficient tools to preserve value for heirs or successors
- Planning for unexpected events and transitions
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific
Abraham Somavarapha
Smart Starts – Why a Will Matters in Your 20’s and 30’s
If you think wills are only for the wealthy or the elderly, you’re not alone—but you’re also not quite right. Whether you’ve just started your career, gotten married, had a child, have some savings or investments or bought your first home, having a will is one of the smartest and most responsible things you can do. In this free, no-pressure webinar Advisors with Purpose, we’ll break down:
- Why every adult should consider having a will
- When is the “right” time to write one
- What you need to include (and what you can skip)
- What happens if you have children or dependents
- How to choose an executor that actually makes sense
- The pros and cons of online will platforms and software
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
3:00pm Eastern/12:00pm Pacific
Lorne Jackson
Next-Level Estate Planning – Strategies You Should Know
If you think you’ve already covered the basics of estate planning, it’s time to think deeper. From handling RRSPs and vacation properties to navigating trusts and digital assets, advanced estate planning ensures your legacy is protected and clearly communicated. Join us for a free, one-hour webinar hosted by Lorne Jackson and our partners at Advisors with Purpose designed for individuals who want to fine-tune their plans and account for the complexities of today’s assets and responsibilities. In this session, we’ll cover:
- How to include RRSPs, TFSAs, and other registered accounts in your plan
- What to know about vacation properties and secondary homes
- When and how to use trusts for flexibility and protection
- Guidelines to help your executor carry out your wishes smoothly
- Planning for digital assets—from financial accounts to personal data
- How to align your estate with multi-generational needs and goals
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
7:00pm Eastern/4:00pm Pacific
Mary Lynn Huizinga
Thoughtful Planning for Life, Legacy, and Loved Ones
Estate planning isn’t just about preparing documents—it’s about creating a plan that reflects your life, protects the people you care about, and honors the values you want to pass on. Join us for a free, one-hour webinar hosted by Mary Lynn Huizinga and our partners at Advisors with Purpose designed to help you get your affairs in order with care, clarity, and confidence. Whether you’re updating an existing plan or starting from scratch, this session will walk you through the essentials with a focus on what truly matters. We’ll cover:
- Key documents every plan should include
- How to ensure your wishes are clearly communicated
- What your executor needs to know and do
- Strategies for managing your assets and personal property
- Guidance on planning for digital assets and accounts
- How to organize your plan around your priorities and values
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
7:00pm Eastern/4:00pm Pacific
Abraham Somavarapha
Planting Roots and Planning Ahead: Estate Essentials for New Canadians
As a new Canadian, estate planning might feel complicated—especially if you still have family, responsibilities, or property in another country. Join us for this free webinar hosted by Abraham Somavarapha and our partners at Advisors with Purpose created specifically for immigrants to Canada. We’ll help you understand the essentials so you can confidently plan your legacy and take care of what matters most. You’ll learn:
- What makes a Canadian will legally valid
- What documents you need and when to update them
- How to handle foreign property and cross-border issues
- Ways to support family members living abroad
- What estate planning typically costs in Canada
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific
Lorne Jackson and Mary Lynn Huizinga
Legacy in Motion: Living Generously with a Future in Mind
Legacy isn’t a distant idea—it’s something you’re shaping with every decision, every act of generosity, and every conversation. Join us for Legacy in Motion, a free webinar hosted by Lorne Jackson and Mary Lynn Huizing and our partners at Advisors with Purpose, created to help you consider how your values and generosity today can create meaningful impact for years to come. In this session, we’ll explore:
- The deeper “why” behind living generously
- How to structure giving—now and through your estate
- Ways to share your plans and purpose with your family
- How to inspire others through your example
- Tools that help align your faith, values, and finances
Tuesday, June 16th, 2026
8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific
Mary-Lynn Huizinga
Planning Through Complexity: Estate Planning for Families in Challenging Situations
Family life can be rich, meaningful—and messy. Whether you’re navigating estranged relationships, supporting aging parents, caring for children with exceptional needs, or facing family tension, estate planning can feel overwhelming. This free webinar, hosted by Mary Lynn Huizinga and our partners at Advisors with Purpose, offers practical and compassionate guidance for those navigating real-world family dynamics. We’ll talk about how to plan with wisdom and clarity, even when relationships and responsibilities are complex. We’ll explore:
- Planning for adult children when trust is broken or strained
- Leaving instructions for dependent or vulnerable loved ones
- Managing decisions in blended or conflicted families
- Choosing executors and powers of attorney wisely
- Creating clarity when communication is difficult
- Honouring your values with peace and intention
For more information about their ministry, visit www.advisorswithpurpose.ca or contact them toll-free at 1-866-336-3315.
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YFC Canada Foundation Leadership
Brian Girvan
Secretary/Treasurer
Brian is no stranger to Youth for Christ. He has served on the National Board of YFC Canada as Treasurer for the past 16 years. Brian has been employed with Burke & Company Limited for over 16 years as their Senior Consultant, Executive Vice President.
Before moving to Burke & Company Brian was Controller, Treasurer and CFO of Campus Crusade for Christ (Power to Change) 1995 to 2003. During his time at Campus Crusade he was part of the team that created the Campus Crusade for Christ Foundation.
Brian holds Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and has been certified as a Chartered Accountant since 2003. Brian is also currently working towards becoming a Certified Financial Planner.
Brian became a Christian through the ministry of Youth for Christ in 1983 and is passionate about our mission. Brian loves spending time with his family. He has been married to his wife Lori for 28 Years and they have three children.
Bob Irwin
Chairperson
Over thirty years’ experience in managing high tech small business companies. Includes technical expertise in system development, programming and product implementation.
He is currently owner of Irwin Investment Properties in the Waterloo area.
Bob is a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University and for over 30 years, Bob was founder and president of Tulsar Canada Ltd. In Kitchener, Ontario.
He is passionate about his family, faith and Youth for Christ.
Guy Freeman
Member
Guy Freeman is Executive Director at YFC | Youth Unlimited Kawartha.
Maureen Pryce
Member
Maureen has worked in the non-profit sector for over 25 years and is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE). Prior to her role with YFC Maureen was the Development Director for Toronto City Mission.
Since 2013 Maureen has served with for Youth for Christ Canada (YFC), she started as the Director of HR & Partner Development and moved into the Director of Operations role in 2018. Maureen is also part of the Youth for Christ Canada Leadership Team.
Foundation Administration
As the administrative staff for the foundation, we are here to serve you. How can we help you today?
Mark Beattie
Mark Beattie serves as CFO for the Foundation. mark.beattie@yfc.ca
Maureen Pryce
Maureen currently serves in partnership communications for the foundation. She is available to contact for general inquiries. 1.800.899.9322 Ext 212 / info@yfccf.org
Contact us
Youth for Christ Canada Foundation
Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) Charity # 809311038RR0001
Mailing Address
#308 – 8047 199 Street
Langley, British Columbia V2Y 0E2
Canada
Toll Free: 1-800-899-9322 x212
Tel: 604-637-3400
Fax: 604-243-6992
Or send us a message:
To Donate
If you are interested in speaking with a Youth For Christ Canada Foundation representative for a confidential conversation, please contact Maureen Pryce at info@yfccf.org or call 1.800.899.9322 x212.
