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A dialogue with Alberta's nonprofit/voluntary sector

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Between December 2009 and February 2010, the Minister of Alberta Culture and Community Spirit hosted a series of meetings with the nonprofit/ voluntary sector, to collectively develop solutions... More ≫

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Between December 2009 and February 2010, the Minister of Alberta Culture and Community Spirit hosted a series of meetings with the nonprofit/ voluntary sector, to collectively develop solutions that would help ensure the long-term growth and success of the sector and support healthy and vibrant communities. In the Fall of 2010, the Minister returned to each of the six communities he visited previously, as well as two new communities. This report is a summary of what was heard throughout the dialogues and what solutions are being implemented by both Alberta Culture and Community Spirit and the sector. Also included are new actions Alberta Culture and Community Spirit will be undertaking as a result of the dialogues. This report is arranged based upon the key themes that emerged. Whenever possible, the locations where the feedback originated have been included.

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Minister's dialogue with the nonprofit/voluntary sector, December 2009-February 2010 : final report

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Between December 16, 2009 and February 26, 2010, the Honourable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit engaged in a dialogue with the nonprofit/voluntary sector. Six regional... More ≫

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Between December 16, 2009 and February 26, 2010, the Honourable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit engaged in a dialogue with the nonprofit/voluntary sector. Six regional dialogue meetings were conducted in Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton. An online dialogue was hosted on the Culture and Community Spirit website to enable access to individuals who wished to have input but were not able to participate in the regional dialogues. The purpose of the dialogue was to identify challenges and opportunities for government and the sector to work better together to help support healthy and vibrant communities.

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Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) : guidelines [2010]

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The Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) has been established to assist in fostering the unique characteristics of Alberta’s many communities. To accomplish this, the program has been... More ≫

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The Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) has been established to assist in fostering the unique characteristics of Alberta’s many communities. To accomplish this, the program has been designed to respond to local facility enhancement needs and to work in partnership with community groups and volunteers. By assisting communities with construction, renovation or redevelopment of community public-use facilities the Community Facility Enhancement Program will help enhance the quality of life and citizen well-being in communities across the province. Funded by the Government of Alberta through the Alberta Lottery Fund in order to build strong communities and enhance the quality of life for Albertans.

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Drafting and revising bylaws for not-for-profit organizations in Alberta

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This guidebook is designed to provide an overview to the incorporation of not-for-profit societies within the province of Alberta, and to provide guidelines to consider when incorporating a... More ≫

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This guidebook is designed to provide an overview to the incorporation of not-for-profit societies within the province of Alberta, and to provide guidelines to consider when incorporating a society and drafting bylaws and incorporation documents for a society.

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Board building : recruiting and developing effective board members for not-for-profit-organizations

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An effective board is a critical component of a successful not-for-profit organization. This guidebook is intended to help those who are responsible for recruiting, developing, and retaining... More ≫

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An effective board is a critical component of a successful not-for-profit organization. This guidebook is intended to help those who are responsible for recruiting, developing, and retaining appropriate individuals to serve in board roles.

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Developing job descriptions for board members of nonprofit organizations

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This workbook is meant to serve as a guide to help board members develop and rewrite job descriptions that reflect the responsibilities of serving on a nonprofit board.

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Hiring and performance appraisal of the executive director

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This workbook is designed as a guide for boards of directors who are in the process of hiring a new executive director, or providing the current executive director with a performance appraisal.

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Financial responsibilities of not-for-profit boards

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This workbook is written for the policy governing board member of a not-for-profit organization who has little or no finance background. It provides basic information and practical approaches that... More ≫

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This workbook is written for the policy governing board member of a not-for-profit organization who has little or no finance background. It provides basic information and practical approaches that can help transform a list of numbers into helpful information. But it is not intended to replace the need for sound and professional financial advice.

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