In this June 15 email bulletin from the Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations you will find resources and news items for and about the voluntary sector.

CCVO Events

Get energized June 21!  Register today for CCVO’s Annual General Meeting

Special guest Bob Wyatt from The Muttart Foundation will engage us in unleashing the potential of the sector. Think participation. Think policy. Think power. Bob will discuss his sabbatical year researching the behaviours, successes and frustrations of umbrella organizations abroad. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about CCVO. Register today for this free event taking place Thursday, June 21, from 4:00 – 6:00pm.

Important Government News

Community Spirit Program – have your say!
The provincial government released a draft workbook for the Community Spirit Program, a proposed program to match individual donations. You are invited to provide input through an online questionnaire. Questions relate to the types of organizations that would qualify (nonprofits broadly or only registered charities?), and other important considerations. Given the Fund’s potential impact, we urge you to get involved and provide your comments, both on behalf of your organization and as an individual Albertan. Please pass this message on to your networks and ensure you have your say by July 31. Visit the government’s site for the workbook and questionnaire.

Provincial Lobbyist Act

CCVO is engaging in discussions regarding Bill 1, the Lobbyists Act, which could affect many organizations and staff. Watch for more information to come in July.

Minimum Wage Increase

Alberta’s minimum wage will increase from $7 to $8 per hour on September 1, 2007.

Reports and Resources

First draft of a Workforce Strategy released for review

The Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CCVO) and our Edmonton counterpart (ECVO) are pleased to announce that the first draft of a workforce strategy for the nonprofit/voluntary sector in Alberta is now available for your review and comments by July 13. Your feedback is much appreciated.

Conference of the Arts releases annual analysis of federal budget
The Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA) has announced the publication of its annual in-depth analysis of the federal budget related to arts and culture issues. The CCA examined federal funding to the Department of Canadian Heritage, its agencies and crown corporations, from 2005-2006 to 2007-2008.

Vital Signs Report Card

The Calgary Foundation is asking for your input for the Vital Signs Report Card. This report will measure the vitality of the city, identify significant trends and assign grades in areas critical to quality of life in Calgary. Suggested key issues include the gap between rich and poor, safety, health and wellness, housing, arts and culture, environment, work, diversity, and whether Calgary is a liveable/walkable city.

Diversity Volunteer Program assists nonprofits and new immigrants

A Calgary Multicultural Center program helps nonprofits recruit volunteers (new Canadians) who are already trained to help with operations. Email for more information.

Story on Funding Shortfalls

Canadian Fundraiser profiled a story on shortfalls in program funding, based on CCVO’s study, Taking Stock: Examining the Financing of Nonprofit Community Organizations in Calgary.  

Fundraising remains number one challenge for U.S. nonprofits
According to a new study by Johns Hopkins University, fundraising continues to be a top concern among nonprofits in the U.S.

Who Cares? The Graff-Reed Conversations

Linda L. Graff and Paul B. Reed, Canadian experts on volunteerism, predict that declining volunteerism and civic involvement in Canada will have a catastrophic impact on our communities if our leaders do not respond.

Conferences, Seminars, Awards, and Events

Global Youth Assembly convenes August 1-4, 2007 in Edmonton

Join young professionals from around the world to discuss major global issues. Guest speakers include Kim Phuc, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Peace, and Dr. David Adams, one of the key architects of the UN’s Culture of Peace.

HomeFront requests nominations for the Jerry P. Salinger Awards

HomeFront seeks nominations of frontline workers and volunteers in the domestic violence sector who meet the criteria for the Jerry P. Selinger Awards.

Online Job Centre

To see job descriptions or to post a job online, visit our popular online job centre

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