Resource Centre
CCVO Publications
The Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations has released a number of publications that deal with the key issues in Calgary’s voluntary sector.
Research & Studies
CCVO has undertaken a number of research projects and studies that address issues such as funding, human resources and the importance of voluntary sector organizations in the community.
Weathering the Storm: CCVO Economic Climate Survey May 2010
Stretched to the Limit: An Economic Impact Survey
Impact of the Current Economic Climate on Alberta's Nonprofits and Charities
Human Resources Issues for Alberta's Nonprofits
Taking Stock: Examining the Financing of Nonprofit Community Organizations in Calgary
Strength Under Stress: A Portrait of Calgary's Voluntary Sector
No Small Thing: Calgary's small nonprofits, charities and grassroots groups
Magnets and Glue: The Voluntary Sector's Role in building Calgary's Community
Media Releases
Nonprofit Sector Grapples with Changing Workforce
Results from CCVO's May 2010 Ecomonic Impact Survey
Annual Reports
CCVO’s annual reports outline much of our work and highlight why it is so important for nonprofits and communitites.
Other CCVO Publications
Shaping the Future: CCVO Strategic Plan 2006-2009
Insurance Toolkit for the Voluntary Sector: A Guide for Nonprofits and Charities (developed by CCVO for the Alberta Voluntary Sector Insurance Council)
In Brief Series
A series of short briefing notes that provide a 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 to go for more information.
Challenging Perceptions & Misconceptions of Alberta's Voluntary Sector
Influencing Public Policy: Rules for Charities Engaging in Advocacy
Reaching the Limit: Workplace Issues in the Human Services Sector
2008/2009 Provincial Budget: The Impact on Alberta's Nonprofit Sector
Sector Snapshot: The Voluntary Sector in Calgary
Lobbying and Government Communications: New Legislation for the Voluntary Sector
2007 Provincial Budget: The Impact on Alberta's Nonprofit Sector