Stiftelsen Kanvas is Norway's largest kindergarten foundation with non-profit purposes, and aims to improve children's upbringing. The organization has a strong focus on equality, diversity and tolerance, which is reflected in their educational approach. With a high proportion of employed kindergarten teachers, these make up 49% of the foundation's employees, all of whom possess a high level of competence in their field.
Kanvas offers quality nurseries and attaches great importance to commitment from both staff and parents. The foundation also organizes courses and conferences in pedagogy to promote professional development. Furthermore, they support parental cooperation and research, and have an openness about sustainability and quality development in their services.