The intersecting rings of our logo represent the network of the CCVO and its membership, and the links that unite us across common issues. Differing spheres of various sizes and colours represent the myriad voluntary sector organizations in Calgary connecting within and across sectors, with differing levels of government, all contributing their collective strength to a vibrant community.
     

 

 

Our Vision

Calgary's voluntary sector working together with business and government to build a strong,
vibrant community.

  

 

Our Mission

To strengthen Calgary's voluntary sector and provide leadership on policy matters impacting the sector as a whole.

  
     
Benefits Of Joining CCVO

Joining CCVO is a unique opportunity to contribute your organization's voice and financial support to an organization dedicated to strengthening the local voluntary sector.

The support and participation of our members enables us to do essential work - research, professional development, and building opportunities for dialogue across the voluntary sector as well as with government and the private sector. This work will contribute to greater understanding and awareness of the voluntary sector and what it contributes to our community.

CCVO members have access to a number of benefits including:

Updates About the Latest Sector News and Resources
  		• Email bulletins with updates on key issues and links to new resources.
  		• Email alerts about new legislative and policy issues that affect the sector.
  		• Hard copy of CCVO’s quarterly newsletter with information about new legislative and policy changes, sector-related research, and more.
       
     
    Event Discounts and Member-Only Events
  		• Discounts at workshops, Lunch’n’Learns and seminars hosted by the CCVO for up to three attendees per organization.
  		• Access to members-only events to network with colleagues across the sector to examine common issues, identify emerging opportunities and take action.
       
    Access to Member-Only Working Groups
  		• Opportunity to sit on member-only working groups and issue-based caucuses to learn, discuss, exchange, debate and develop position statements and policy in areas of interest.
       
    Access to Research
  		• Hard copy of CCVO’s research papers and relevant position papers.
       
    Online Tools
  		• Free posting of employment opportunities on CCVO’s website.
  		• Link to your organization’s website on CCVO’s online member list.

    National and Provincial Reach

    CCVO works actively with similar organizations in Alberta and across Canada. Through CCVO's connections with the Federation of Voluntary Sector Networks, the Voluntary Sector Forum, and other groups, local organizations benefit from research, resources and collaboration that extends beyond Calgary.
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