Impact of the Current Economic Climate on Alberta's Nonprofits and Charities
CCVO in conjunction with other Alberta nonprofit leaders is pleased to release the results of the province-wide online survey the Impact of the Current Economic Climate on Alberta's Nonprofits and Charities. This province-wide snapshot indicates early signs of reductions in earned income, corporate donations and sponsorship, and donations of stock.
Budget 2009: Measures to Assist Albertans and their Communities
This Pre-Budget submission by CCVO, ECVO, Volunteer Alberta and The Muttart Foundation called for the Provincial government to…
No Small Thing: Calgary's small nonprofits, charities and grassroots groups
In 2005 CCVO conducted an exploratory study of Calgary's voluntary sector Strength Under Stress: A Portrait of Calgary's Voluntary Sector began to build our understanding of the experience of local voluntary organizations, complementing other national studies.
Towards a Better Understanding of Our Complex Environment: An Environmental Scan for the Calgary Voluntary Sector
This recent environmental scan was prepared to inform CCVO's strategic planning work. We recognize a value that extends beyond its original intent, following a growing number of requests to share its contents with the sector.
Reaching the Limit: Workplace Issues in the Human Services Sector
This In Brief examines the evolution of the HR Issue from a concerning to a critical situation impacting Alberta's Voluntary Sector.
The Myths and Realities of the Workforce Crunch in Non-Profits
Produced by the Calgary HR Initiative, this publication looks at six of the most enduring myths about working in the voluntary sector.
Sector Snapshot: The Voluntary Sector in Calgary
This In Brief provides accurate information on the size and scope of the voluntary sector in Calgary. It also gives an informational overview of the different types of organizations that make up the voluntary sector.
Lobbying and Government Communications: New Legislation for the Voluntary Sector
This issue of In Brief looks at Bill 1: The Lobbyist Act and the Federal Accountability Act and what their affect on the Canadian and Albertan voluntary sectors will be if they are passed into law in their current form (as of the end of July 2007).
Anti-Terrorist Act
The Anti-Terrorism Act is a key component of the Government of Canada's overall anti-terrorism strategy. Charities and the directors and officers of charities that transfer charitable funds within Canada or internationally need to understand the restrictions and guidelines on these activities set out in the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and of the Income Tax Act.
Human Resources Issues for Alberta’s Nonprofits: Highlights of Human Resources Research in Community-Based Nonprofits
This January 2007 report is the first stage of a multi-year HR initiative, and it serves as a starting point for discussion about the future of Alberta’s voluntary sector workforce. It provides background information for considering the implications of a general shortage of skilled labour and the increasingly competitive market conditions in Calgary and across the province.
The Voluntary Sector in Canada: National Statistics to 2006
In partnership with nonprofit organizations, Statistic Canada has conducted a number of studies on key characteristics of the voluntary sector. This In Brief describes three resources that provide great contextual information to help your efforts to inform supporters, staff and volunteers.
Taking Stock: Examining the Financing of Nonprofit Community Organizations
This Calgary-based research offers new insights into how nonprofit organizations are financed. The Spring 2006 study examines how program-related costs are financed and the implications when a program's full costs are not met.
Insurance Toolkit for the Voluntary Sector: A Guide for Nonprofits and Charities
Originally published in 2006, and developed for the for the Alberta Voluntary Sector Insurance Council (AVSIC), this is an easy-to-use guide to insurance that offers practical tips, tools and checklists to help charities and nonprofits understand their insurance needs and navigate the complex process of finding the appropriate insurance coverage.
CCVO Op-Ed: Put that rebate to greatest use by helping others
As the end of the month approaches, Calgarians are opening their mailboxes and finding a $400 resource rebate cheque. For some, this money will provide welcome relief after overspending during the holidays; for others it will simply help make ends meet. For many in our booming economy, this is a unique opportunity to donate some or all of the money to the nonprofits and charities that make our city a great place to live.
Financing Voluntary and Nonprofit Organizations in Alberta
This report summarizes discussions from a meeting in November 2005 that brought together representatives from the voluntary sector; all levels of government; and funding organizations. The following key issues were discussed: the role of government in funding the voluntary sector; perceptions of duplication and proliferation of nonprofits and charities; funding of overhead and administrative costs; and project funding and core funding.