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Special Coverage: Election 2021 - Future of Good Special Report
Future of Good
From elder care and climate action to mental health and affordable housing, the pandemic has set in motion a number of transitions for Canadian society and the social impact sector. Canada’s political leaders will spend the next few weeks telling Canadians how they plan to rebuild for a post-pande
Federal Election Nonprofit Advocacy Guide
Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CCVO)
The Federal Election Nonprofit Advocacy Guide is a practical guide for those wishing to engage in advocacy during the 2021 federal election; it will help inform a range of nonprofit stakeholders, including executive directors, staff, board members and volunteers. The Guide contains valuable informat
How to Engage in Federal Election 2021: Rules for Charities & Nonprofits
Bernadette Johnson and Laurence Therrien, Imagine Canada
Election campaigns are a great time to engage in public conversation on all manner of issues. On September 20th, the next government will receive a mandate from voters, and our sector in particular is well-positioned to promote the interests of communities to both the public and to those who will so
Getting to know what you don’t know about exercise and rheumatoid arthritis
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Fear and lack of information can hinder you from making important and potentially beneficial health-related decisions, both for yourself and/or the people you care for. But as the saying goes, “Knowledge is power.” Therefore, seeking out information to help you stay up to date on the condition t
New Study Shows Recovery Will Be Challenging for Some Canadian Charities
Imagine Canada
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 sector and suggests that recovery will be challenging for many org
The Longest Journey Starts with a Single Step: Reflections on Antiracism in Organizations Serving People Without Homes
Homeless Hub
This report focuses on confronting institutional racism in frontline organizations serving those experiencing homelessness. Although largely centred on developing an anti-racist workplace, the report provides recommendations for developing and implementing racially and culturally explicit services.
Blog: Anti-Asian Hate: One Year After the Pandemic
Jayme Wong, ESPC Volunteer
In July 2021, The Learning Network, a Canadian group that develops resources for ending gender-based violence, published an article called Examining the Intersections of Anti-Asian Racism and Gender-Based Violence in Canada.
At the article’s outset is a startling statistic:
“More than 1000 ca
Creating a positive work environment for older adults
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Older adults over the age of 55 make up a significant portion of the workforce. However, as many Baby Boomers approach the typical retirement age, many are leaving the workforce, creating a shrinking labour force.
The global pandemic has had an impact on the economy and many countries are consideri
Call for Presentations for the 2021 Settlement & Integration Conference
Alberta Association of Immigrant-Serving Agencies (AAISA)
AAISA is excited to share the Call for Presentations for the 2021 Settlement & Integration Conference which is set to take place virtually from October 19-21, 2021.
The 2021 AAISA Settlement & Integration Conference is designed for front line professionals and managers from settlement and i
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