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May 6 2009 E-Bulletin
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CCVO News
Policy work in action- CCVO Research Reports Tabled in Legislature
On April 22, MLA for Calgary-Mackay, Teresa Woo-Paw tabled a copy of the Impact of the Economic Downturn on Alberta's Nonprofits and Charities survey that CCVO prepared for Nonprofit/Voluntary Sector Leaders of the Alberta Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Initiative (ANVSI). In addition, on April 28, she also made a lengthy statement in the Legislature about CCVO's research report No Small Thing: Calgary's small nonprofits, charities and grassroots groups. Both of these statements help raise awareness with the provincial government about the challenges and opportunities faced by organizations in our sector.
Trading Places? Rethinking the integration of Staff and Volunteers
May 26, 2009
Join CCVO and Volunteer Calgary for this Communities of Practice event, which will explore how we can better integrate volunteers and staff into our workplaces and reexamine our traditional organizational structures. Register online by May 22nd.
2009/10 Membership year has begun - Renew your CCVO Membership Today
Members of CCVO must renew now to ensure their membership benefits (including discounted job postings and event attendance) are maintained. Membership can be renewed by mail, fax or phone - contact us at 403-261-6655 for more details!
Not a member? Join CCVO and take advantage of our one-time 'Welcome Rate' which gives members 50% off your first-year's membership!
Government News
Wild Rose Foundation/Community Investment Update
The Department of Culture and Community Spirit has released more details about pending changes to a number of programs including the Wild Rose Foundation and Community Initiatives Program. Visit the Culture and Community Spirit website to read about how they are refocusing government's community investments, and to read 10 facts about government's review of community investment programs.
Nonprofit sector continues to respond to Wild Rose Foundation Cuts
This article by Canadian Fundraising & Philanthropy looks at responses by several nonprofit groups to the funding cuts.
T3010B Charities Information Session Webinar
June 3, 2009
This webinar, hosted by the CRA, will be on completing the new Form T3010B, Registered Charity Information Return. Sessions will be offered in both English and French. Please register in advance.
New CRA Anti-Terrorism Checklist for Charities
The Canada Revenue Agency has released a new Checklist for Charities on Avoiding Terrorist Abuse to help charities identify vulnerabilities to terrorist abuse and develop good management practices. The checklist can be a reference for any charity - whether you carry out your work within Canada, or internationally. CCVO has additional information and anti-terrorism resources for charities available online.
Professional Development
Canadian Social Forum
May 19-22, 2009
The Canadian Council on Social Development will be hosting the first Canadian Social Forum in Calgary this May. The forum will bring together community leaders from social development, public health, environment, community safety and recreation to target both urban and rural poverty. Volunteers are still needed.
Vitalize 2009
June 4-6, 2009
Calgary
Alberta's conference for the voluntary sector is back! Registration information and the program guide are now available on the Vitalize website.
Access and Privacy 2009 Conference
June 10-12, 2009
Cree Marriott Hotel, Edmonton
Interested in learning about how PIPA may be applied to nonprofits, and what the affect will be? The session Privacy for Non-profits (to be held on the afternoon of June 11th) will consider common compliance issues, best practices for not-for-profit organizations, and resources that are available to assist in achieving compliance.
Max Bell Public Policy Training Institute
This year-long public policy course for charity employees includes a series of modules led by eminent public policy experts; one-on-one coaching, and support to develop policy-ready positions. Partial bursaries available; apply by June 30.
Funding, Fundraising and Awards
Multiculturalism Program call for project ideas
The Multiculturalism Program, Alberta and Northwest Territories offices, of Citizenship and Immigration Canada is requesting expressions-of-interest for projects that align with the recently released Application Guidelines for Funding. Please note that the first step is to complete the Preliminary Assessment Questionnaire by contacting Djaka Blais-Amare at 403-292-4139 prior to completing the Funding Application. The completed assessment must be returned by Friday, May 22nd 2009 at 4:30 p.m.
Grants for innovative adult learning projects
Each spring Calgary Learns provides grants to a maximum of $10,000 for Initiative Projects to research, develop and/or pilot innovative foundational learning opportunities for adult Calgarians. Contact Jeannie Finch (266-6444, ext 2) to receive a Request for Proposals and to discuss project ideas. Applications are due June 5, 2009.
The Generosity of Spirit Program
AFP Calgary & Area Chapter's The Generosity of Spirit Program acknowledges the true expression of philanthropy. This is your opportunity to recognize and celebrate the individuals and organizations (volunteers, leaders, donors) that make a difference to your organization and to the non-profit community. Nominations must be made by May 21, 2009.