IDLF News

Durham Region, ON – The Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) is sounding the alarm on growing student hunger across Durham Region following the release of its 2026 School Food Nutrition Survey and urging the community to participate in their Ignite Summer Campaign. The survey, which gathered responses from 119 DDSB schools, paints a sobering picture of the increasing reliance on school-based food programs to meet the basic nutritional needs of children and youth across

The Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) is proud to announce the official opening of Rahma Corner at its Make a Difference Depot, made possible through a meaningful partnership with Penny Appeal Canada. This dedicated space has been thoughtfully designed to enhance and serve Muslim students and families across the Durham Region by providing culturally relevant resources, including halal food and essential items that reflect their lived experiences. Rooted in compassion,

Smiles, splashes, and life-saving skills are making waves thanks to an incredible community partnership that is opening doors for students at Mary Street Community School. Through the generous support of the Rotary Club of Oshawa, Grade 5 students at Mary Street Community School are participating in swimming lessons at the Oshawa YMCA, conveniently located across the street from the school. For many of these students, this marks their very first experience in the water, m

The Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) is proud to announce that it has been named Non-Profit of the Year at the Greater Oshawa...

September is Hunger Action Month, a time to shine a light on the growing challenge of food insecurity across Durham Region. The Ignite...

We are honoured to be featured in The Globe and Mail’s Philanthropy in Canada special edition! This national recognition shines a light...

We’re proud to share that Global News recently featured Operation Backpack in a special segment highlighting our united efforts to...

Durham Region, ON – Every child deserves to begin the school year with a backpack full of supplies and the confidence that comes with being prepared. But for more families than ever, back-to-school costs are a growing challenge, and some students are starting the year without the essentials. This summer, six local organizations are working together through Operation Backpack to support children and youth heading back to school. The goal is simple: to ensure every student in D

September is Hunger Action Month, and it's the perfect time to take action! Together, we can make sure our students have full bellies and...

September marked Hunger Action Month, and the Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) took this opportunity to spotlight the urgency of...

Photo: Left to right - Danya, Lorna, Emily, Steve, Tanya, Judy, Nancy, Alex, Michelle, Jaclyn, Danny In a heartwarming display of...

The Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) is excited to share that R.S McLaughlin CVI, a school located in Oshawa, has received a...