In the final episode of Let’s Get Real’s first season, Ed, Ken, and Lisa summarize some wins and losses from 2025 in the fundraising sector. Everything from political instability to shifting economic trends have had an effect on this hugely important industry.

In addition to looking back, the hosts also look forward to offer their thoughts on what 2026 will have in store for fundraising in Canada. Make sure to tune in for the last episode of the year, you won’t want to miss it!

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Have you ever considered that fundraising could be a spiritual experience? On this week’s episode of Let’s Get Real: Perspectives on Canadian Fundraising, Ed, Ken, and Lisa dive into that very topic.

Elsewhere in the episode, Ed discusses irregular management styles in the fundraising industry and the negative consequences this type of leadership can have. Finally, the hosts discuss what anxieties are keeping fundraising professionals up at night.

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This week on Let’s Get Real: Perspectives on Canadian Fundraising, Ed, Ken, and Lisa discuss gift agreements and how to deal with common complications they cause (here’s a hint: always get legal advice!)

Later in the episode, the hosts debate whether returning to the office is the right move for fundraising professionals, and point out crucial issues with today’s hiring process that prioritizes previous skills over future potential.