This 2023 State of the Sector report and CCVO’s policy/advocacy contributions are our efforts to add to the many actions, from many actors, that support the nonprofit sector. This report contains data, analysis, information, and a few actions that we hope are useful to nonprofits, funders, and decision-makers in their own contributions to facing the storm we are all in together.
For Alberta nonprofits, global trends are converging with persistent local challenges: soaring demand for services, historical underfunding, and pervasive burnout. Facing the Storm: Alberta’s Nonprofit State of the Sector 2023 gives insight into the state of the sector in turbulent times and perspectives on emerging issues.
Supporting you in strengthening Alberta's communities.
Alberta's nonprofit sector includes 30,000 nonprofits that are active, committed, and significant forces in shaping our daily lives. As a voice for nonprofits, CCVO is committed to strengthening, supporting, and raising awareness of your work and challenges.
Explore our events, sector research, policy priorities, and programs – all created to support your organization in fulfilling its mission. We're proud to support the work that you do and advocate for a vital, dynamic nonprofit sector that is recognized as an integral partner in building strong, healthy communities.
Let's build back better together.
Community Prosperity
Community prosperity goes beyond economic prosperity – it centres community in recovery plans for a more resilient and equitable future. We encourage you to explore the resources below and join the conversation.
+ Explore Community Prosperity
- Read our latest report Community Prosperity Now: A Blueprint for Community Recovery, which outlines recommendations for all sectors in achieving collective community prosperity.
- See our latest #CommunityProsperity blog posts about a community prosperity strategy for Alberta.
- Check out our Everyday Advocacy Guide to help your organization engage in advocacy to support your mission.
- Use the resources in the Emergency Planning Guide to support your nonprofit in creating an emergency preparedness plan.
- Read the report From Emergency to Opportunity to learn about recommendations for community prosperity.
Capacity Building
Maximize efficiencies and save money with timely, relevant, and practical nonprofit resources. Our webinars, compensation data, and recruiting resources supports your day-to-day work by building your skills toolbox.
+ Explore Capacity Building
- Increase your organization's effectiveness with our capacity building webinars, covering topics such as public policy, leadership, human resources, and technology - all at no cost.
- Find qualified and dedicated staff to join your nonprofit team with Reach Hire, Alberta's nonprofit career source
- Make informed decisions on salary and human resources practices with the Boland Survey, the only comprehensive source of nonprofit sector compensation data in Canada.
Policy & Research
Deepen your impact with CCVO’s policy resources and informed perspectives on emerging policy issues in Calgary, Alberta, and Canada through our policy submissions and analyses. Our sector research provides insights into trends that can impact your work.
+ Explore Policy & Research
- Subscribe to our weekly policy-focused email to receive a recap of the week’s top policy news and blog posts from CCVO.
- Review the annual Alberta Nonprofit Survey and our other sector-wide research.
- Reference our advocacy tools for guidance in your organization's advocacy efforts.
Community Connections
Build your nonprofit network when you participate in our events and programs throughout the year. CCVO brings together hundreds of community partners and organizations in Calgary's vibrant nonprofit sector.
+ Explore Community Connections
- Connect with your nonprofit peers and learn about what's happening in Alberta's nonprofit sector at our events and programs.
- Join us at our annual Connections Conference for a stimulating day of conversations and connections.
- Reach out to CCVO member organizations using our online member directory
- Subscribe to our newsletter and stay up-to-date on nonprofit news, events, policy insights, and resources to support your work in the sector.
Connect with us.
We understand the importance of connections in the nonprofit sector, and we're here to help you grow your network of peers and partners. CCVO works to advance community change by bringing people together and offering valuable nonprofit resources to help you become more efficient and effective. Stay connected as a CCVO member, attend our events, and receive curated nonprofit news through our bi-weekly e-newsletter.
BECOME A MEMBER
Join CCVO Membership to access additional resources and activities to support your work.
COME TO OUR EVENTS
Learn, grow, and connect with nonprofit peers on topics that matter to the sector.
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Stay informed on sector news.
CCVO works to create and share relevant and timely information that helps advance the nonprofit sector. Check out our news & blog for thought leadership, insights, and analysis of happenings that affect the sector. See our most recent news and blog posts below. For more posts, visit our Blog & News page. Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter and never miss a post!
