New survey suggests post-pandemic work schedules will be flexible

As pandemic restrictions lift across Canada, many remote workers are looking to their employers for return to workplace guidance. A new survey by ADP Canada and Maru Public Opinion finds employees reporting that many Canadian employers plan to include both...

Canada’s Volunteer Awards announces 21 recipients for 2020

It has been a challenging year for Canadians. Yet this would have been an even greater challenge without the countless contributions made by volunteers, not-for-profit organizations, social enterprises and businesses across the country to support and strengthen our communities. Today,...

Workplace wellbeing culture impacting Canadians’ mental health; women at highest risk

LifeWorks has released its monthly Mental Health Index™, revealing a negative mental-health score among Canadians for the 16th consecutive month. Key findings: Overall mental-health score of -10.1 compared to the pre-pandemic benchmark, reaching its highest point since the launch of...

Organization development consulting available for BC nonprofits

Building Community Organization (BCO) is a mentorship program of the BCODN focused on the growth of BC-based non-profit organizations through the mentorship of emerging practitioners of Organization Development by seasoned practitioners.  Under this program, emerging OD practitioners volunteer to work...

YMCA Canada and YWCA Canada launch plan to support youth and prevent a ‘lockdown generation’ in Canada

Two of Canada’s largest youth-serving organizations, YMCA Canada and YWCA Canada are launching a youth-focused recovery plan to address the dire circumstances young people are facing in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The report, titled ‘Preventing a Lockdown Generation...

University of Waterloo research study seeking participation from Ontario nonprofits

You are invited to participate in a University of Waterloo research study about the common approaches to strategic planning practiced by nonprofit organizations. The purpose of the study is to learn what these practices are and explore if and how...

Take the Fundraise 5 Challenge from CanadaHelps for your chance to win

Get ready to give your fundraising a boost! Until September 30th, complete these 5 challenges from CanadaHelps to optimize your online giving and raise even more for your charity. Each challenge will help you convert website visitors into loyal supporters. Plus,...

New study from Imagine Canada shows recovery will be challenging for some charities

More than a year since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the effects of the crisis are still being deeply felt by many charities across the country. Our latest Sector Monitor survey shows how the pandemic continues to challenge the...

Calgary Foundation accepting applications for Community Grants program

The Calgary Foundation's Community Grants program supports initiatives that engage citizens and that strengthen charities. In 2020-2021, Calgary Foundation shifted their semi-annual grant program Community Grants to focus on helping charities and other qualified donees with their pandemic needs. This...

Government of Canada proposes extending CEWS and other pandemic support measures

The Government of Canada is proposing to extend the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy and Lockdown Support until October 23, 2021, and increase the wage and rent subsidy rates between August 29 and September 25, 2021. The...
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