Issue 15.10 - March 8, 2010
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We have important information for nonprofits in BC this week, as our cover story discusses proposed changes to the BC Society Act. Find coverage of the federal budget and what it means for charities in this week's NewsBytes. Also, Tim Rutledge writes about why your employees may be leaving your organization for greener pastures, Kathline Holmes advises on how to quantify the benefits of HR programs, and Donna Lockhart outlines how to work with Baby Boomer volunteers. And, as usual, we've got all the latest roundup of news, resources, and funding opportunities.
Cover Story: Changes to the BC Society Act
The BC Society Act has not seen any revision since 1977, and in an effort to keep BC's laws and acts up-to-date, the provincial government is considering significant changes. Find out what these changes are, how they might affect your organization, and how you can voice your opinion, in this week's cover story. [Read more...]
Human Resources Q & A: Are employees really leaving for more money?
Each month, veteran human resources consultant Tim Rutledge answers your questions about recruitment, employee retention, and all topics related to human resources management. This month, he explains what it would take for your employees to switch jobs for a higher salary. [Read more...]
Newsbytes
Federal budget proposes changes to disbursement quotas
Cultural institution in St. John's receives $2.5 million donation
BC government looks for feedback on the BC Society Act
Nominations open for June Callwood awards in Ontario More people are texting donations
Apply now for federal funding for seniors' programs
CIBC donates almost $4 million to Montreal programs
America's wealthy are still feeling charitable, but giving less Saskatchewan parks and recreation conference seeks presenters
211 wins award for contributing to the psychological health of Ontarians
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Research and How-to Library
We've added Working with Baby Boomers, in which Donna Lockhart discusses what it takes to entice Baby Boomers to volunteer with your organization. [Read more...]
We've added Quantifying the benefits of HR, in which Kathline Holmes outlines how to use metrics to better communicate the value of your HR department. [Read more...]
Canadian Online Resources
We've added the NL HR Manager, a downloadable toolkit with a large variety of articles, tools, and resources on such topics as finding the right workers, managing diversity within the workplace, engaging young workers, compensation and benefits, and more. [Read more...]
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Nonprofit Neighbourhood
Cowichan Green Community
(Local: Duncan, BC)
Cowichan Green Community (CGC), an environmental nonprofit in the Cowichan, has been promoting food security since 2001. During this time, CGC created FruitSave, Grow-a-Row, Cowichan Food Map, and community gardens.
Daniel McLellan Memorial Fund
(Regional: Halifax, NS)
The mission of the Daniel McLellan Memorial Fund is to make a difference in the lives of children battling leukemia. They accomplish this by providing financial assistance to families in need, enabling families to stay focused on the most important issue, staying together.
Coastal Squash (Local: Vancouver, BC)
The Coastal Squash program was developed to serve youth from inner-city schools in Vancouver, with an after-school program of squash coaching, academic tutoring, and community service opportunities, based on the very successful urban squash model in the United States.
Canadian Seniors' Games Association (National)
CSGA believes that every Canadian individual aged 55 years and over has the fundamental right to the opportunities for enrichment, fulfilment, and improved quality of life and health provided through participation in a broad variety of recreation, sport, and organized games activities.
Regina & District Food Bank
(Local: Regina, SK)
The Regina Food Bank is a charitable, community-based organization working to eliminate hunger through nutritious food distribution, education, and advocacy in cooperation with the community.
Sources of Funding
We've added the UPS Foundation, whose individual offices around the world have the responsibility for managing grant programs - they identify needs in their communities, find suitable charitable organizations to support, and then recommend those organizations for grants. Grants are typically given to organizations working at the grassroots level. [Read more...]
Online Publication
We've added SEE Change, a new online magazine for and about social enterprise and entrepreneurship. In addition to feature articles exploring these issues, the magazine also offers editorial pieces, movie reviews, and news relating to social enterprise in Canada. [Read more...]
Professional Associations
We've added the Human Resources Association of Calgary, which works to provide members with opportunities to acquire a comprehensive understanding of current and emerging human resources issues, research, and practices, and to contribute to the advancement of the profession of human resources in the workplace. [Read more...]
People on the Move
New appointments in the nonprofit sector this week:
- Stephen Inglis at the Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute
- Hugh MacLeod at the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI)
- Maureen O'Leary at Junior Achievement of Central Ontario
Upcoming Events
17th Annual National CAGP-ACPDP Conference
Date: May 12th - 14th, 2010
Location: The Westin Edmonton, AB
Complete details
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The Career Centre
For new jobs, every single business day, visit the Career Centre at Charity Village. We've posted more than 87,000 positions in the sector and you can find all of the current ones here. [Read more...]
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