THE FELLOWSHIP OF EVANGELICAL BAPTIST CHURCHES IN CANADA

What THE FELLOWSHIP OF EVANGELICAL BAPTIST CHURCHES IN CANADA does

The Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada is a registered Canadian charitable denomination formed in 1953 through the merger of the Union of Regular Baptist Churches of Ontario and Quebec (1927) and the Fellowship of Independent Baptist Churches (1933). It coordinates the activities of over 500 affiliated Evangelical Baptist churches from Whitehorse, Yukon to Nova Scotia, serving a combined weekly Sunday attendance of more than 80,000 across English, French, and 15+ additional languages. The Fellowship operates as a federated network in which member churches retain autonomy while sharing a common Affirmation of Faith, governance model (adopted 2007), and national coordination apparatus.

The Fellowship delivers its mission through six core operating units: FAIR (Fellowship Aid and International Relief) for humanitarian aid and disaster response across 45+ countries; Fellowship International for global missionary deployment and church planting; Fellowship Chaplaincy (136 chaplains across 14 ministry areas as of 2022); Fellowship Francophone Ministry focused on the 7 million Francophone Canadians; Fellowship Services providing member benefits (Healthcare Plan, Pension Plan, Baptist Builders, Affinity Programs); and the Fellowship Foundation managing planned giving and legacy donations. The child sponsorship program, at $45 per month per child, supports vulnerable children through partners in Sri Lanka, Dominican Republic, Lebanon, and Honduras. Recent strategic moves include the 2024 anti-trafficking partnership with International Justice Mission in Bangladesh and the 2021 launch of the Catalyze strategic plan (2021-2026).

The business model is donation-driven: revenue flows from general fund donations, designated appeals, child sponsorship subscriptions, disaster-response campaigns, and legacy gifts, with member churches and individual donors as the principal base. The technology footprint is a bilingual web platform (fellowship.ca / fr.fellowship.ca) supporting online giving, a FAIR catalogue, a child sponsorship portal, a church finder, and the tri-annual Thrive magazine. The organization holds Canadian charitable registration #10808 2025 RR0001 and is headquartered at 351 Elizabeth Street, Guelph, Ontario.

Name

THE FELLOWSHIP OF EVANGELICAL BAPTIST CHURCHES IN CANADA

Legal name

The Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada

Website

https://www.fellowship.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada is a Canadian charitable denomination coordinating over 500 affiliated churches and 80,000+ weekly attendees through national ministries in chaplaincy, humanitarian relief (FAIR), international missions, francophone outreach, and member services.

Ownership category

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Product category

Religious Denomination Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Religious Organizations (81311), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Voluntary Health Organizations (813212)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Denominational & Ecclesiastical Governance Bodies (Dioceses, Synods, Conferences) (BPAGAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Humanitarian Aid & Relief Ministries (BPAGAJAF), Faith-Based Missions & Evangelism Organizations (Domestic & International) (BPAGAJAE), Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG), Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

Keywords

• Religious denomination
• Evangelical baptist
• Humanitarian aid
• Missionary work
• Chaplaincy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Guelph

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization operates as a charitable religious denomination, generating revenue primarily through donations from member churches and individual donors. Revenue streams include general fund donations, designated appeals, child sponsorship contributions, and mission-specific fundraising.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada is a movement of over 500 affiliated churches that coordinates denominational ministries including humanitarian aid (FAIR), international missionary deployment (Fellowship International), chaplaincy services, Francophone outreach, and member church benefits (Healthcare Plan, Pension, Building Programs, Affinity Programs). The organization operates through donations, child sponsorships, and planned giving to support cross-cultural ministry and disaster relief in 45+ countries.

Product overview

The Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada operates a collection of interconnected ministry programs and services rather than a unified technology product. The core offerings include FAIR (humanitarian aid and international relief), the Child Sponsorship Program, Fellowship International (missions), Fellowship Chaplaincy, Francophone Ministry, Fellowship Services (healthcare, pension, building programs), Fellowship Foundation (planned giving), and Thrive Magazine. These programs work together to serve over 500 member churches across Canada, with international reach in 45+ countries. The organization functions as a denominational fellowship facilitating charitable work, not as a software or technology product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FAIR: Fellowship Aid and International Relief - humanitarian aid and relief ministry
• Fellowship International
• Fellowship Chaplaincy
• Fellowship Foundation
• Thrive

Products and services

• FAIR (Fellowship Aid and International Relief) Humanitarian aid and international relief arm of The Fellowship providing disaster response, emergency appeals, child sponsorship, and development projects across 45+ countries through partnerships with local churches.
• Child Sponsorship Program Charitable program supporting children in need through partnerships with organizations in Sri Lanka (Love Trust), Dominican Republic (Joy Foundation), Lebanon (Clementia Life Centre and Cedar Home), and Honduras (Casa Hogar), providing education, nutritious food, healthcare, and spiritual care at $45 per month per child. Minimum $20 required for tax receipt.
• Fellowship International International missions division deploying missionaries globally (79 long-term missionaries 2015-2021), supporting church planting, and providing leadership development through LeadersFormation programs across 45+ countries.
• Fellowship Chaplaincy Chaplaincy ministry providing pastoral care in 14 different settings including airports, hospitals, correctional facilities, military, police, long-term care, and educational institutions across Canada.
• Francophone Ministry French-language ministry focused on reaching 7 million Francophone Canadians through church planting, particularly in Quebec, with 84 French language churches established since 1971 through the AEBEQ (Association d'Églises Baptistes Évangéliques au Québec) French Region.
• Fellowship Services Benefits and services exclusively for member churches including Healthcare Plan, Pension Plan, Baptist Builders (Building Programs), and Affinity Programs for churches, pastors, and members.
• Fellowship Foundation Foundation managing planned giving, legacy donations, and investment programs for the Fellowship, including Advisors with Purpose and Foundation Forms for planned gift arrangements.
• Thrive Magazine Official tri-annual publication of The Fellowship produced in both English and French, featuring stories of ministry impact and spiritual encouragement for member churches and supporters.
• National Conference Annual national gathering of Fellowship churches for worship, training, governance meetings including adoption of the Affirmation of Faith, and strategic planning for the denomination.
• Healthcare Plan Group healthcare benefits plan provided exclusively to Fellowship member churches, pastors, and their staff through Fellowship Services.
• Pension Plan Group pension plan provided exclusively to Fellowship member churches, pastors, and their staff through Fellowship Services.
• Baptist Builders (Building Programs) Church building and expansion programs supporting Fellowship member churches with construction, renovation, and facility development needs.
• Affinity Program Discount and affinity programs providing Fellowship church members with access to negotiated rates on products and services.

Quantifiable outcome

• 106 new churches planted between 2010 and 2021
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• International Justice Mission (IJM)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with IJM, a leading anti-trafficking organization, to establish a new program in Bangladesh to rescue women and children from sex trafficking. Each rescue operation costs $10,000. IJM programs have reduced human trafficking by 80% in nearby South Asian countries. FAIR integrates the local church into all aspects of the program from rescue to rehabilitation.
• Love Trust (Sri Lanka)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term child sponsorship partner operating Christian education facilities in five Sri Lankan villages in war-torn regions. Also partners with Lanka Bible College and Seminary for leadership training. FAIR supports Love Trust through child sponsorship program and disaster relief appeals.
• Joy Foundation (Dominican Republic)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChild sponsorship partner operating a school in Puerto Plata for Haitian children from families of illegal migrants. Ministry founded in 2015, provides quality education, spiritual development, and nutritious meals. Expanded in 2021 with food program for families.
• Clementia Life Centre and Cedar Home (Lebanon)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChild sponsorship partners providing care for vulnerable children and youth in Lebanon, offering shelter, education, healthcare, and spiritual support within Christian context.
• Casa Hogar (Honduras)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChild sponsorship partner providing residential care for vulnerable children in Honduras, offering comprehensive support including shelter, food, education, healthcare, and spiritual development.
• Lanka Bible College and Seminary (Sri Lanka)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner for leadership training of pastors and Christian workers in Sri Lanka. Partnered with Love Trust in providing leadership development. Affected by November 2025 cyclone with FAIR emergency appeal for $50,000 to support campus restoration.
• AEBEQ (Association d'Églises Baptistes Évangéliques au Québec)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe French Region of The Fellowship with 84 churches and 8,000-9,000 believers. Church-based seminary SEMBEQ trains French Canadian leadership. AEBEQ and Fellowship International partner on Quebec mission field through Mission Quebec team.
• Ukrainian and Polish Church PartnersmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple churches in Ukraine and Poland ministering to displaced Ukrainians through Stand by Me appeal. Includes churches in Chernihiv, Nizhyn, Lutsk, Rivne, Semenivka, Velykyi Shchymel, and Bethany in Ukraine, and Church of Evangelical Christians in Poland. Churches provide food distribution, family retreats, children's camps, and leader encouragement.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Canadian Baptists of Ontario and Quebec: One of the other major Baptist denominational bodies in Canada, serving affiliated churches across Ontario and Quebec with overlapping ministry, missions, and theological functions. Most directly comparable peer given shared Baptist identity and Canadian footprint.
• Canadian Baptists of Western Canada: Western Canadian Baptist denomination providing church planting, missions, and chaplaincy support across the four western provinces. Directly comparable as a regional Baptist denominational body with similar ministry structure.
• Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM): Canadian Baptist global humanitarian and missions agency coordinating overseas relief, development, and missionary deployment — directly comparable to Fellowship International and FAIR for global ministry functions.
• Compassion Canada: Canadian Christian child-sponsorship and international development NGO operating a similar $45/month sponsorship model. Direct overlap in child sponsorship, donor engagement, and church-based humanitarian partnership model.
• Evangelical Missionary Church of Canada: Smaller Canadian evangelical denomination with church planting, missions, and chaplaincy programs across provinces. Comparable as a similarly sized evangelical Baptist-adjacent movement.

Broad incumbents

• Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC): Larger Canadian evangelical denomination with comparable national structure, foreign missions (e.g., global outreach), chaplaincy, and member church benefits. Operates at significantly broader scale across Canada.
• Christian and Missionary Alliance in Canada: Established Canadian evangelical denomination with parallel international missions, church planting, and chaplaincy programs. Comparable in mission philosophy and denominational governance model.
• World Vision Canada: Large Canadian faith-based humanitarian organization with child sponsorship, disaster relief, and global development programs. Overlaps significantly with FAIR's humanitarian aid and child sponsorship portfolio.

Regional players

• The Canadian Bible Society: Canadian faith-based NGO providing Scripture distribution, translation, and engagement programs. Operates in adjacent faith-based NGO space with similar donor support model in Canada.

Emerging players

• International Justice Mission (Canada): Anti-trafficking organization partnered with The Fellowship for the Bangladesh program. Operates in adjacent faith-based humanitarian space focused on human rights and rescue work.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/thefellowshipCa
• Instagraminstagram.com/thefellowshipCa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fellowship-international

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Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

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