Maple Leaf Trust
Also known as: The Canada-UK Foundation
The mission of the Canada-UK Foundation is to broaden perspectives and encourage new thinking and collaboration on issues and topics that build stronger links between Canada and the United Kingdom. The Foundation exists to support and foster a greater understanding of Canada and the contributions made by Canadians to the international community.
Activities & Mission
The mission of the Canada-UK Foundation is to broaden perspectives and encourage new thinking and collaboration on issues and topics that build stronger links between Canada and the United Kingdom. The Foundation exists to support and foster a greater understanding of Canada and the contributions made by Canadians to the international community.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — The Canada Memorial Foundation (organisation 4005918)
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Maple Leaf Trust (organisation 294037)
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Canadian Centennial Scholarship Fund (uk) (organisation 313966)
- Asset transfer in in 2020 — The Foundation for Canadian Studies in the United Kingdom (organisation 267927)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £376,400 | £39,370 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £7,012 | £110,330 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2023 | £7,464 | £101,755 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £18,144 | £188,123 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £42,706 | £271,888 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Maple Leaf Trust
What does Maple Leaf Trust do?
The mission of the Canada-UK Foundation is to broaden perspectives and encourage new thinking and collaboration on issues and topics that build stronger links between Canada and the United Kingdom. The Foundation exists to support and foster a greater understanding of Canada and the contributions made by Canadians to the international community.
How much income did Maple Leaf Trust report in 2025?
Maple Leaf Trust reported total income of £376k and reported expenditure of £39k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Maple Leaf Trust registered as a charity?
Maple Leaf Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 August 2016 as charity number 1168630. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Maple Leaf Trust?
Maple Leaf Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Katharine Davidson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Maple Leaf Trust operate?
Maple Leaf Trust operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and England And Wales.
Is Maple Leaf Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Maple Leaf Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168630.
Details
Canada House
5 Trafalgar Square
London
SW1Y 5BJ
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Also Known As
- The Canada-UK Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
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