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CCVO works to create and share relevant and timely information that helps advance the nonprofit sector. Check out our news & blog archives for thought leadership, insights, and analysis of happenings that affect the sector. If your focus is on policy, we also have a blog dedicated to policy news here.
We invite CCVO members, thought leaders and community partners to contribute as guest bloggers to share their expertise and insights with our audiences – nonprofit leaders and professionals, foundations, funders, and other community-minded individuals in Calgary and area. Download our guest blog guidelines for details on what we are looking for and what we require from you.
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The Government of Alberta has launched a new website that provides comprehensive information and resources to support nonprofits serving Albertans. It includes information on how to start, fund, manage and end a nonprofit; available programs, services and grants for nonprofits; nonprofit data; learning and capacity building opportunities; and board member training. Check out the new site here.
In September, 93 nonprofits signed a letter asking City Council to take the next step in passing the recommendations from the Housing and Affordability Task Force and on September 16, the Council voted 12-3 in favour of the Housing Strategy. Thank you for taking the time to support this outcome! The next step is to weigh in on the City’s Adjustments to the 2023-2026 Service Plans and Budgets until November 20, 2023. Want to weigh in? Share your comments or sign up to speak here.
CCVO’s team attended yesterday’s Speech from the Throne to hear about government’s priorities and to meet with elected officials to let them know that our essential sector remains ready and willing partners in addressing challenges and seizing opportunities for Albertans. You can always get the text of the speech online, but there is nothing like being in the room.
The Boland Survey is Canada's most comprehensive source for nonprofit compensation data and HR practices. This year's Survey was completed in June and includes a Volunteer Report, Benefits Report, CEO Report, HR Report, and Regional and National Salary Reports.