The AHEPA Family Charitable Foundation of Canada (formerly the Canadian Order of AHEPA) was incorporated under the Federal Letters of Patent on May 2, 1983, to act as the coordinating body of the charitable works of the Order of AHEPA, Daughters of Penelope, Sons of Pericles and Maids of Athena in Canada (collectively, the AHEPA Family). The Foundation qualifies for and has been approved by Revenue Canada for tax exempt status as a Registered Charity under the Income Tax Act (Canada). [more...]

See also: 2008-2009 AFCFC Board of Directors

Foundation Projects

Journey to Greece AFCFC Scholarship

The Journey to Greece program, which is being offered by the Athenian Campus of the University of Indianapolis and being sponsored by AHEPA, has been especially designed to immerse young students in a wonderful learning experience celebrating Greek society and culture of today and of yesteryear. Students may choose to attend one of two sessions. The sessions are balanced between traditional class work and educational excursions providing students with an invaluable experiential education. 

The AHEPA Family Charitable Foundation of Canada established the Journey to Greece Scholarship in 2006. The Scholarship is intended for Canadian university students who are linked to the AHEPA Family either directly as members or indirectly through family (e.g. spouses, children, grandchildren) and/or are of Hellenic heritage (through a parent, grandparent or spouse).

For 2009 AHEPA FCFC covers US$1,970 towards the Program Fee and the Lord Byron Toronto AHEPA Chapter covers CND$1,250 towards airfare and transportation. The University Program Fee includes: tuition, transcripts, accommodations for students, lunches (Monday - Friday), access to the library and computer facilities, group excursions, travel costs & lodging while in Greece, orientation, welcome & farewell receptions. 

Previous applicants who did not receive the AFCFC JTG Scholarship are encouraged to re-apply. 

AHEPA Canada Housing Project

If your Chapter or District is interested in establishing an home for the elderly or a home for battered women in your area, the Canada Housing and Mortgage Corporation (CHMC) can help you. In attempt to assist you in establishing such home, the AFCFC has put together a document outlining guidelines and criteria of available grants.

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Habitat for Humanity

In Canada, there are 1.7 million families who are without adequate or affordable housing. What can we do in Canada as members of the AHEPA Family for those who are unable to provide a home for themselves? The AFCFC has endorsed the efforts of Habitat for Humanity in Canada and urges chapters and districts throughout Canada to consider this organization as a fundraising project.