For those who attended our Annual General Meeting on May 10, you will recall the lessons Beth Kanter taught us on how to remain calm and collected while working at a nonprofit organization. The nonprofit expert and co-author of The Healthy Happy Nonprofit, discussed how to prevent burnout and maintain optimal job performance. So, why are …
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It’s difficult to sum up a year’s worth of work in a single brochure. Last year, the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations spearheaded a number of projects and initiatives to strengthen the nonprofit sector in our city. The 2016 annual report showcases our past work such as the Moving to Action initiative, board-to-board networking and …
“Networked Nonprofits don’t work harder or longer than other organizations, they work differently. They engage in conversations with people beyond their walls — lots of conversations — to build relationships that spread their work through the network.” – Beth Kanter On Thursday, May 11, Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations had the pleasure of hosting internationally …
The Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations would like to thank Volunteer Coordinators and Managers who made Volunteer Week a success and those individuals who promote volunteerism everyday. Join us for a networking breakfast and exciting learning opportunity on May 31! True commitment is difficult to find these days. Job turnover is high as workers are …
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Beth Kanter, internationally recognized nonprofit expert, will be conducting a workshop in Edmonton on May 10, 2017 based on her book, The Networked Nonprofit. This workshop will help nonprofits to achieve greater impact for their cause. Kanter will illustrate vividly how engaging in networks requires organizations to focus more on their mission within the community, …
April 23 – 29 is a week set aside to recognize the contributions of volunteers across Canada. With over 12.7 million Canadians volunteering 13.3 million hours yearly, there are lots of reasons to celebrate. A recent press release from Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism reminds us that “there is not a single Albertan …
Guest post by: Jocelyn Daw With Partnership Brokers Training Course right around the corner, who better to advocate for it than past participants. So JS Daw & Associates took a (virtual) trip across the pond and interviewed two graduates of the Partnership Brokers Training Course who are presently working in London, UK. Scroll down to …
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If you are considering applying for status as a registered charity in Canada you will want to read a series of blog posts from Mark Blumberg, a partner in the law firm of Blumberg Segal LLP in Toronto. He works almost exclusively in the areas of non-profit and charity law. In “What is the chance …
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ECVO is excited to be a part of Canada’s 150 Celebration. Throughout 2017, we will be interviewing volunteers, snapping photos, and digging deep into corporate, city and volunteer program archives, to tell the story of volunteerism in Edmonton. With generous financial support from we will be sharing the digital stories on our website and many …
Most nonprofits are unaware that City of Edmonton Bylaw 13138, as amended on February 1, 2016, requires any organization providing goods or services in Edmonton to have a business licence. And yes, this includes nonprofits and charities! “Nonprofit organizations do require a licence to operate within the city of Edmonton limits,” explains Nonnie Jackson, Licensing and Policy …
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