James MacLean
Senior Portfolio Manager & Wealth Advisor
July 31, 2026
Polo for Heart
Raising funds for cardiac care since 1979, Polo for Heart supports the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit at Southlake Regional Health Centre. This premier charity event has contributed over $5 million to heart and stroke-related causes through elegant polo matches, entertainment, and community engagement.
RBC Race for the Kids
A global fundraising series that has raised over $118 million to date, RBC Race for the Kids supports children's hospitals and health organizations across multiple regions. Local races bring communities together to make a real difference for kids' health and wellness.
Do It For Daron (DIFD)
Founded in memory of Daron Richardson, DIFD transforms grief into action by raising awareness and inspiring conversations around youth mental health. Through education, advocacy, and research partnerships with The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, DIFD is breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation
Supporting advanced healthcare in York Region, Southlake Foundation funds medical equipment, facility upgrades, and patient programs. In 2024 alone, they granted $8.9 million toward critical care initiatives, including Canada's first PET-CT scanner in York Region.
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
With the mission to "Promote health. Save lives. Enhance recovery," the Heart and Stroke Foundation funds life-saving research, advocates for healthy policies, and empowers Canadians to prevent and recover from heart disease and stroke.
United Way Greater Toronto
As the largest non-government funder of community services in the GTA, United Way mobilizes volunteers and resources to meet urgent human needs. They support over 300 community agencies across Peel, Toronto, and York Region, addressing poverty, housing, mental health, and more.