CCVO Email Bulletin from October 4, 2006

October 4 Email Bulletin

CCVO Launches New In Brief  Publication

CCVO has launched a new series of short In Brief notes that provide a quick snapshot of timely and relevant information about key issues affecting the sector. The In Brief notes include an analysis of how the issue is expected to affect the sector, how organizations may respond, and where organizations can go for more information.  To download a PDF In Brief Issue #1: The Voluntary Sector in Canada: National Statistics to 2006 visit CCVO’s website at www.calgarycvo.org.

News

Update on Federal Government Cuts- Share Your Story

Since the announcement of $1 billion in federal cuts, CCVO has heard from a number of members whose programs are affected. Are your programs or operations impacted by the cuts? Share your story with CCVO by emailing kmustard@calgarycvo.org so we can help the sector assess the final impact of the cuts in our community and develop strategies as we move ahead. For information about the cuts and to read a Calgary Herald story about the local impact, visit www.calgarycvo.org.  

CBC’s Rick Mercer Comments on Federal Cuts

On a recent episode of the TV show The Rick Mercer Report, he focuses his humour on the recent federal cuts to the Museums Assistance Program. Visit http://www.cbc.ca/mercerreport/ and click on “Museums Assistance Program.”

New CCVO Resources about Alberta PC Leadership Race

As part of our provincial policy work, CCVO has posted information about the Alberta PC leadership race on our website at www.calgarycvo.org. Visit the website for information about the PC Party’s election process, individual candidates, the November 15 candidate forum in Calgary, and CCVO’s meetings with the leadership candidates.

Donner Award Finalists Includes 3 Calgary Agencies

The Donner Awards recognize excellence in nonprofits delivering social services. Three of the total 28 finalists are Calgary-based organizations: The Calgary Inter-Faith Food Bank, The Calgary Pregnancy Care Centre, and Fresh Start Recovery Centre. A total of $70,000 is available to be won, with a total of eleven awards granted. Congratulations to the local finalists! Learn more at www.donnerawards.org

New Resources

CCVO Fall Newsletter Online

Visit CCVO online at www.calgarycvo.org to read out fall 2006 newsletter. Released in late September, the newsletter provides updates on our meeting with Alberta PC Leadership candidates, policy work on a number of issues, research into human resources issues, and more.

CCVO Spotlight on HR Issues event Presentation Online

The September presentation by keynote speaker Bonnie Shiell, Research Manager with the HR Council for the Nonprofit/Voluntary Sector is now on CCVO’s website. The presentation includes an overview of current challenges including attracting and retaining staff in the sector and strategic planning tips organizations can use to help plan for their future labour and HR needs.

New Study on Funding Practices

The Canadian Council on Social Development (CCSD) has released a new study on funding in the nonprofit sector. Pan-Canadian Funding Practice in Communities: Challenges and Opportunities for the Government of Canada was commissioned by Task Force on Community Investment as part of its mandate to develop more consistent and coherent funding practices to community investments across the Government of Canada. Visit CCSD online to see the report.

Upcoming Conferences of Interest

May 24-27: Trails to Sustainability: A national environmental education conference

Trails to Sustainability is a national environmental education conference taking place in Kananaskis Country designed for ALL teachers and educators, whether you teach in a school or elsewhere! This event will help you learn more about the many paths to environmental stewardship and a vibrant society and economy. Visit Trails to Sustainability online for details.

November 17: Calgary Conference about Online Identity

The theme for Lexi.net 2006 Calgary conference is "Your Online Identity". Keynote speakers include Heather Armstrong (dooce.com), Jon Armstrong (blurbomat.com), Regina Lynn (Wired Magazine's Sex Drive), and Janine Warner (Best-selling Author and Journalist). Visit http://conference.lexi.net to see the conference agenda.

Are you a CCVO Member yet?

CCVO is a membership based organization that works to strengthen the voluntary sector in Calgary and take a leadership role on policy matters affecting the sector as a whole. To learn more about CCVO membership, contact Janet Lavoie at 261-6655 or jlavoie@calgarycvo.org, or visit us online.

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