Oxfam Quebec is a 2-star charity with Low demonstrated impact. The charity has a B+ Results Reporting grade, which is above average. For every dollar donated to the charity, 67 cents are available to go to the cause, which is within Ci's reasonable range. 

Founded in 1973, Oxfam Quebec (OXQ) works with partners in developing countries to provide emergency response and sustainable development. The charity also works to increase awareness of international issues among French-speaking Canadians. Oxfam Quebec is a member of the Oxfam Confederation, an international charity based in Oxford, UK. Oxfam Quebec is an independent organization from Oxfam Canada. Oxfam Quebec’s projects are located in South America, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Quebec. In F2023, Oxfam Quebec helped 283,248 people across 26 countries through 345 partners. In F2023, the Oxfam Confederation helped 15.5 million people. In F2023, OXQ spent $34.3m on its programs.

In F2023, Oxfam Quebec’s Development program accounted for 71% of program costs. Development projects focus on climate justice, economic justice, and women’s rights. In F2023, four legal clinics in Burkina Faso supported 800 women in court cases. Most cases were about domestic violence. OXQ’s feminist travelling school in Bolivia trained 194 women leaders of local and community organizations in four municipalities. The charity trained 18 Congolese health professionals in emergency obstetric and neonatal care. Seven participants obtained certification as instructors.

In F2023, Oxfam Quebec’s Humanitarian Aid program accounted for 20% of program costs. OXQ provides urgent response to countries affected by natural disasters or armed violence. The charity provides water, food, hygiene kits, and shelters to those most vulnerable. Where markets function, OXQ supports the local economy and gives vouchers for necessities. The charity also rebuilds infrastructure and educates local volunteers on gender equality. In F2023, OXQ’s Humanitarian Aid focused on the Türkiye-Syrian earthquake, hunger in sub-Saharan Africa, drought and conflicts in East Africa, and the Yemen civil war. After flooding in Bangui, the charity distributed 650 hygiene kits, rehabilitated 40 wells, and rebuilt 150 latrines in F2023. In Southern Yemen, OXQ rebuilt four water supply systems and built 269 residential and school toilets. OXQ states that over 40,000 Yemeni people gained access to safe drinking water.

In F2023, Oxfam Quebec’s Quebec program accounted for 9% of program costs. OXQ educates the Quebec population on international issues and advocates for progressive policy changes. In F2023, the Quebec program focused on advocacy for a wealth tax, the demand for a ceasefire between Gaza and Israel, and climate justice. OXQ’s research discovered that medium-sized banks finance more polluting emissions than Canada’s transportation sector. From this learning, the charity began a dialogue with four major Canadian banks, members of the Senate, and elected officials. OXQ also recorded 26,000 signatures and met with 90 elected officials to combat wealth inequalities.

Oxfam Quebec received $6.7m in donations in F2023. The charity also received $43.0m in government funding, which is 86% of revenue. OXQ spent $34.3m on its programs, which is 69% of revenue. The charity recorded a surplus of $10.0m, which is 20% of revenue.

Administrative costs are 8% of revenue (excluding investment income). Fundraising costs are 25% of donations. For every dollar donated to the charity, 67 cents are available to go to the cause, which is within Ci’s reasonable range.

OXQ has $19.0m in reserve funds (cash and investments). The charity’s reserves can cover 56%, or seven months of its annual program costs.

This charity report is an update that has been sent to Oxfam Quebec for review. Changes and edits may be forthcoming. 

Updated on June 26 by Liam Chapleau.