Alberta Culture Media Release: New funding for flood-affected arts and nonprofit groups
Arts and nonprofit organizations impacted by the June 2013 floods are eligible for additional funding to assist in their rebuilding efforts. The funding will not only assist with reconstruction and renovation projects, but will also help address the increased demand and pressure put on critical programming as a result of the floods.
Alberta Flood Relief Resources
We have compiled a list of flood recovery resources available for nonprofits, businesses and individuals. Priority listing has been given to long-term recovery funding and programs, as well as donated legal, insurance and health and wellness services.
CCVO releases Bill C-458 overview
CCVO has released a resource on Bill C-458 to help individuals and organizations better understand the status of the bill and its potential impact on Canadian charities. Bill C-458, currently scheduled for Second Reading in February, would extend the tax deadline for charitable donations (currently December 31) by two months and establish a National Charities Week at the end of February each year.
Canadian Federation of Voluntary Sector Networks
The Canadian Federation of Voluntary Sector Networks was formed in July, 2002 by 13 organizations, most of which were young (less than 5 years old) or emerging voluntary sector networks.
Alberta Nonprofit/Voluntary Sector Initiative (ANVSI)
The Alberta Nonprofit/Voluntary Sector Initiative (ANVSI) is a ground-breaking initiative, bringing together leaders from the voluntary sector and senior Provincial government staff to develop a more collaborative relationship between the sector and the Province.
Submission to the Standing Committee on Finance on Tax Incentives for Charitable Donations
In September 2011, the Standing Committee began a study of current tax incentives for charitable giving, and invited submissions and presentations from 36 organizations, including CCVO. This document is the submission presented to the Standing Committee on January 16, 2012.
Loud & Clear: Survey Sheds Light on Alberta's Nonprofit Employees
The Workforce Council surveyed 569 employees regarding their view of the benefits and challenges of working in the nonprofit sector. Their insights shed some light on what we as funders, employers and policy makers need to consider going forward.
Workforce Inclusion Plan
Our workforce is undergoing dramatic change and the ways we have traditionally envisioned our places of work are being challenged. Over the next decade, all industry sectors, including the nonprofit sector, will need to be creative in finding and retaining qualified employees.
Beyond the Boomers: A Guidebook for Building an Immigrant Workforce in the Nonprofit Sector
This guidebook is part of a long-term change initiative which focuses on developing awareness, attitudes and practices for creating culturally competent, inclusive and respectful nonprofit organizations.
Harvard ManageMentor Program
CCVO is pleased to offer Calgary's nonprofits, charities and voluntary organizations access to an outstanding, self-directed management training and development program called Harvard ManageMentor, which is affiliated with the Harvard School of Business, one of the most respected business institutions in the world.
Sharing Services, Sharing Space
Calgary has a growing body of more than 5,000 charities and nonprofits with limited available resources to support their work in the community. The environment these groups work in has become increasingly uncertain in the face of the economic downturn. In this context, interest in innovative, alternative organizational structures and approaches to service delivery, already present in the community, has taken on a greater sense of urgency and interest. Exploration of new organizational approaches is required to ensure the community continues to benefit from the contributions of local charities and nonprofits.
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.