The Kaneff Charitable Foundation supports many local, regional and national programs. The Kaneff Corporation runs its annual golf tournament in support of Mississauga Community Living and is celebrating it's 40th year in 2011.
Mr. Kaneff has been named to The Order of Ontario.
Official Press Release from the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration:
"Ignat Kaneff of Mississauga, a renowned developer and philanthropist whose contributions have supported education, the arts, and health and social services, especially community living for intellectually-challenged children.
Ignat Kaneff came to Canada from his native Bulgaria almost 60 years ago. He is one of the nation's leading real estate developers and philanthropists. In 1956, Kaneff founded his own home and land development business, Kaneff Properties Limited and since that time has built thousands of homes, buildings and world-class golf facilities. With his strong belief in the community, Ignat Kaneff has also contributed generously to many charitable organizations, educational institutions and hospitals."
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