When you need more capacity but can’t add staff

Sometimes organizations reach a point where the goals keep growing, but the team does not. You may recognize this moment. The community need is rising, your programs are strong, and the vision is clear. But when you look at your...

CharityVillage Connects: Responsible AI Adoption for Nonprofits

In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore what responsible AI adoption looks like for nonprofits. AI is reshaping nonprofit work, from fundraising to communications and everything in between. This shift raises urgent questions surrounding privacy, trust, equity, wellbeing, accountability, and mission alignment. Join us...

Trauma sensitivity at work: Strategies to shift team culture

This article is an excerpt* of Adriana Leigh’s new book, Trauma Sensitivity At Work: How to Lead Safe, Inclusive Teams, published by Page Two Books.  Now that you know more about trauma-informed principles generally, let’s explore how you can use them to guide...

Accessibility starts before your event begins

Last year, we launched AccessFest in downtown Toronto, a free public festival built around a simple but important idea: accessibility should not be added after the fact - it should shape the experience from the very beginning. As the founder...

Why students and new graduates volunteer — and how nonprofits can create roles they’ll want to say yes to

Students and new graduates are often looking for ways to contribute to causes they care about, including through volunteering. In most cases, they also want to gain practical experience, meet new people, and learn new skills. For nonprofits, that creates...

What nonprofit compensation looks like in 2026: New report reveals salary and benefits trends across Canada

For Canada’s nonprofit sector, compensation has never been a simple equation. Organizations are balancing rising costs, funding constraints, retention issues, regional differences, and the evolving expectations of the workforce. At the same time, nonprofit professionals are asking fair and practical...

7 myths about hiring students and new graduates in nonprofits

Many nonprofit employers want to reach younger candidates, but a few common assumptions may be getting in the way. Here’s what to reconsider, and how to think more practically about attracting emerging talent. Students and new graduates can bring a...

CharityVillage Connects: Navigating the New Lobbying Rules: Avoiding Pitfalls and Accelerating Advocacy

Did you know Canada's lobbying guidelines changed earlier this year? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we break down what’s new, what it means for organizations engaging with government officials, and how to stay compliant while advocating effectively. Hear insights...

Nonprofit leaders – You deserve better

CEOs and Executive Directors, leading complex nonprofit organizations, operate within a unique and nuanced environment. When considering the work, the context, and most importantly, the clients of nonprofit agencies, the stakes are incredibly high, and the roadmap to high performance...

CharityVillage + Orbis: A new way to reach students and new grads with your nonprofit jobs and volunteer roles

Nonprofit hiring has never been just about filling a role. It’s always been about finding people who connect with your mission and want to grow with it. At the same time, students and new graduates across Canada are actively looking for meaningful work: roles that...
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