JO Legacy Society

JO Legacy Society is a Canadian registered nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the heritage and history associated with John Oliver Secondary School in Vancouver, British Columbia. It operates as a charitable entity under the registration number 760701508RR0001.

Mission and Activities

The primary mission of the JO Legacy Society is to protect, preserve, and publicly display various heritage objects, archival materials, history books, pamphlets, pictures, and memorabilia related to John Oliver Secondary School. These collections are made accessible by exhibiting them in public locations as well as through an online digital web-library or database that serves the public interest.

In addition to heritage preservation, the Society advances education by providing scholarships, bursaries, and other forms of financial assistance to students attending John Oliver Secondary School. These activities reinforce community engagement, historical education, and student support.

Charitable Status and Operations

As a registered charity recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency, JO Legacy Society complies with established regulatory requirements and emphasizes efficient fundraising strategies to minimize administrative burden on associated charities. Donations made to the Society are directed quickly and securely to support their mission, accompanied by immediate tax receipts for donors.

The Society aims to facilitate activities that are ancillary and incidental to its core charitable purposes, supporting ongoing heritage conservation and educational initiatives within the community.

Location

JO Legacy Society is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, serving both local communities and broader public interests through its preservation and educational programs[1][2].

[1] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/jo-legacy-society/ [2] https://jolegacy.ca [3] https://jclegaciesfund.com/funding-streams/ [4] https://jclegacies.com/community-fund/ [5] https://jclegacies.com/community-fund-website-live/