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Preparing for Tomorrow
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Book of the Year
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Garage Sales Unite
My neighbourhood is in an older area where there is a mix of long term residents and...
Becoming a Community Builder: Part 6
A great woman once said: “It takes as much energy to wish as it does to...
Building Community Capacity
From April 30 - May 1, 2010 the Indigenous Sport Council (Alberta) hosted their Sport...
Facilitate … with the 3Fs
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Revving it up
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Being Host(ed)
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Update on Children in Nature
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Professional Competencies and TrendScanning
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Nonprofit Jobline : Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations
Looking to fill a nonprofit position? The Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (ECVO) Nonprofit Jobline is Edmonton’s only exclusively nonprofit job board. Ensure you are reaching the right candidates for your position through using this sector-specific job advertising service. The job board is promoted throughout Edmonton and online, including through the ECVO E*Bulletin. Posting is free for ECVO members, or $75 for a three-week posting for nonmembers. Interested or want to know more? Contact Joanna at communications@ecvo.ca or 780.441.9805. The Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (ECVO) is a nonprofit organization and registered charity whose mission is to strengthen, serve and support the nonprofit/voluntary sector in the Edmonton region. Check out ECVO's resources, services and nonprofit events calendar at www.ecvo.ca.
Looking to fill a nonprofit position? The Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (ECVO) Nonprofit Jobline is Edmonton’s only exclusively nonprofit job board. Ensure you are reaching the right candidates for your position through using this sector-specific job advertising service. The job board is promoted throughout Edmonton and online, including through the ECVO E*Bulletin. Posting is free for ECVO members, or $75 for a three-week posting for nonmembers. Interested or want to know more? Contact Joanna at communications@ecvo.ca or 780.441.9805. The Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (ECVO) is a nonprofit organization and registered charity whose mission is to strengthen, serve and support the nonprofit/voluntary sector in the Edmonton region. Check out ECVO's resources, services and nonprofit events calendar at www.ecvo.ca.
Evaluating Community Arts & Community Well Being
If you don’t have a plan ready NOW for evaluating your next community arts project, this guide is for you. Recognizing time constraints in the community arts, the guide is simple, straightforward and ready to use. The guide is organised around the stages of evaluation. At the back of the guide are tools for each stage of the evaluation which can be used as they are, or adapted. The evaluation model recognizes the importance of the process as well as the outcome in community arts and helps you to identify achievements in each area. The model is designed as a resource, with all the tools provided to help you evaluate, report and improve. Hopefully, with the evaluation planned out for you, community arts practitioners will have support to evaluate, reflect and improve
If you don’t have a plan ready NOW for evaluating your next community arts project, this guide is for you. Recognizing time constraints in the community arts, the guide is simple, straightforward and ready to use. The guide is organised around the stages of evaluation. At the back of the guide are tools for each stage of the evaluation which can be used as they are, or adapted. The evaluation model recognizes the importance of the process as well as the outcome in community arts and helps you to identify achievements in each area. The model is designed as a resource, with all the tools provided to help you evaluate, report and improve. Hopefully, with the evaluation planned out for you, community arts practitioners will have support to evaluate, reflect and improve
A Planning Guide for the Development of Rural and Remote Fitness Facilities
This planning guide will assist rural and remote communities considering the establishment of a fitness centre by providing lists and tips for organizing committees to consider as they move towards determining whether or not they can support a facility. The checklist which is included can can assist in making an intelligent and systematic look assessment of opportunities for success in developing a community fitness centre. In addition, the information source section offers information which can be used to further evaluate the proposed fitness centre development. Publication Date: 2010
This planning guide will assist rural and remote communities considering the establishment of a fitness centre by providing lists and tips for organizing committees to consider as they move towards determining whether or not they can support a facility. The checklist which is included can can assist in making an intelligent and systematic look assessment of opportunities for success in developing a community fitness centre. In addition, the information source section offers information which can be used to further evaluate the proposed fitness centre development. Publication Date: 2010
The Rural Community Adaption Grant Program
The Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development's 'Rural Community Adaption Grant Program' has $15 million funding to increase the capacity of rural communities and regions to transition and adapt, resulting in greater resilience and new, more diverse economic opportunities. The program will support eligible projects that are community based and focus on creative community driven action and solutions that include at least one of the following project themes: -assessment and planning -capacity building -rural economic development -unique community solution Eligible Applicants include rural communities in transition represented by local governments (i.e. local authorities, bands, Metis settlements) that are in or facing an imminent economic hardship caused by global economic volatility, a significant environmental event, or circumstances that require a new direction for the community. Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, or Red Deer are not eligible. Final date for applications will be December 31, 2010.
The Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development's 'Rural Community Adaption Grant Program' has $15 million funding to increase the capacity of rural communities and regions to transition and adapt, resulting in greater resilience and new, more diverse economic opportunities. The program will support eligible projects that are community based and focus on creative community driven action and solutions that include at least one of the following project themes: -assessment and planning -capacity building -rural economic development -unique community solution Eligible Applicants include rural communities in transition represented by local governments (i.e. local authorities, bands, Metis settlements) that are in or facing an imminent economic hardship caused by global economic volatility, a significant environmental event, or circumstances that require a new direction for the community. Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, or Red Deer are not eligible. Final date for applications will be December 31, 2010.
Retaining Young Talent
Retention is a hot issue among governments and employers across Canada as many struggle to attract and keep young workers. The knowledge economy, an aging workforce, shifting values and social trends, youth outmigration, and increased global competition for talent are putting pressure on employers to re-imagine their organizational culture and re-set their human resources management. Against this backdrop, how can we begin to negotiate the disconnect between Generation Y and the organizational cultures they encounter? This is the crux of the new report The Road to Retention, by the Public Policy Forum. The report is the result of a recently completed cross-country engagement series that convened approximately 300 young Canadians and select established leaders.
Retention is a hot issue among governments and employers across Canada as many struggle to attract and keep young workers. The knowledge economy, an aging workforce, shifting values and social trends, youth outmigration, and increased global competition for talent are putting pressure on employers to re-imagine their organizational culture and re-set their human resources management. Against this backdrop, how can we begin to negotiate the disconnect between Generation Y and the organizational cultures they encounter? This is the crux of the new report The Road to Retention, by the Public Policy Forum. The report is the result of a recently completed cross-country engagement series that convened approximately 300 young Canadians and select established leaders.
Creative City Network Releases Public Art Toolkit
The Creative City Network of Canada (CCNC) released a toolkit on public art today. The Public Art Toolkit was developed to assist local governments, arts, cultural and heritage organizations with the management of public art. The Toolkit is intended as a how-to guide when planning a public art program or evaluating an existing one, and contains resources for the management of public art projects. From how to go about developing a program mission and operating principles to details about selection processes, the Toolkit covers all phases of completing a public art project. It also includes links to examples and resources from around the world, detailed case studies, images, and project examples of varying scales. The approach used by the authors is to characterize the process as a series of dynamic relationships of production and reception involving different Points of View: the artist, the commissioning agency, and the publics who encounter the artwork. “Our hope is that this toolkit will inspire and assist in achieving excellence in all areas of your work, regardless of the scale of the project—in the artwork itself and the ways in which it is selected, produced and presented.” – CBH Consultants From this valuable resource, communities will gain enhanced knowledge on planning and maintaining public art projects and programs, and will develop better capacity to deliver such projects and programs. The Public Art Toolkit is available as a free PDF download from creativecity.ca. Or click here: http://www.creativecity.ca/english/online-resources-mainmenu-144/ccnc-publications-mainmenu-169/toolkits The Public Art Toolkit is a project of the Creative City Network of Canada and has been generously supported by 2010 Legacies Now and the Department of Canadian Heritage. The Creative City Network of Canada is a national non-profit organization that operates as a knowledge-sharing, research, public education and professional development resource in the field of local cultural policy, planning and practice. Through its work, CCNC helps build the capacity of municipal professionals and by extension local governments to nurture and support cultural development in their communities. For more information visit creativecity.ca. Creative City Network of Canada/ Réseau des villes créatives du Canada Suite 415 – 402 West Pender Street Vancouver, BC V6B 1T6 T: 604-688-2489 | F: 604-688-6701 info@creativecity.ca creativecity.ca
The Creative City Network of Canada (CCNC) released a toolkit on public art today. The Public Art Toolkit was developed to assist local governments, arts, cultural and heritage organizations with the management of public art. The Toolkit is intended as a how-to guide when planning a public art program or evaluating an existing one, and contains resources for the management of public art projects. From how to go about developing a program mission and operating principles to details about selection processes, the Toolkit covers all phases of completing a public art project. It also includes links to examples and resources from around the world, detailed case studies, images, and project examples of varying scales. The approach used by the authors is to characterize the process as a series of dynamic relationships of production and reception involving different Points of View: the artist, the commissioning agency, and the publics who encounter the artwork. “Our hope is that this toolkit will inspire and assist in achieving excellence in all areas of your work, regardless of the scale of the project—in the artwork itself and the ways in which it is selected, produced and presented.” – CBH Consultants From this valuable resource, communities will gain enhanced knowledge on planning and maintaining public art projects and programs, and will develop better capacity to deliver such projects and programs. The Public Art Toolkit is available as a free PDF download from creativecity.ca. Or click here: http://www.creativecity.ca/english/online-resources-mainmenu-144/ccnc-publications-mainmenu-169/toolkits The Public Art Toolkit is a project of the Creative City Network of Canada and has been generously supported by 2010 Legacies Now and the Department of Canadian Heritage. The Creative City Network of Canada is a national non-profit organization that operates as a knowledge-sharing, research, public education and professional development resource in the field of local cultural policy, planning and practice. Through its work, CCNC helps build the capacity of municipal professionals and by extension local governments to nurture and support cultural development in their communities. For more information visit creativecity.ca. Creative City Network of Canada/ Réseau des villes créatives du Canada Suite 415 – 402 West Pender Street Vancouver, BC V6B 1T6 T: 604-688-2489 | F: 604-688-6701 info@creativecity.ca creativecity.ca
Nonprofit Sector Dialogue Report Available
Early in the year, the Honorable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit, invited the nonprofit sector to participate in a dialogue to identify challenges and opportunities within the sector. The FINAL REPORT from this dialogue is now available. Click here for a copy of this report: http://www.governorsforchildren.org/uploads/Dialogue_Nonprofit-2010.pdf
Early in the year, the Honorable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit, invited the nonprofit sector to participate in a dialogue to identify challenges and opportunities within the sector. The FINAL REPORT from this dialogue is now available. Click here for a copy of this report: http://www.governorsforchildren.org/uploads/Dialogue_Nonprofit-2010.pdf
Call for Volunteers: Lead the Next Global Youth Assembly!
It has nearly been a year since the 2009 Ignite Change Now! Global Youth Assembly and we here at JHC team headquarters is gearing up for another exciting year of hard work... Although not officially announced yet, we are proud to say that the Global Youth Assembly (GYA) hosted by the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights, is coming back to Edmonton in the summer of 2011! The theme is a secret for now but we do have a big task ahead of us leading up to an incredible event. The Centre is now moving forward on the programming for the event but we need help to make the GYA a success in 2011 and we are calling for help! If you are interested in volunteering for the next GYA, please complete the survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=u6G3GjmpgXn69SnIbW4ShXQQlfxtzf8q3CrtVkaqIO4%3d&) and we'll be in touch with you to get you started! We look forward to hearing from you. The JHC Team
It has nearly been a year since the 2009 Ignite Change Now! Global Youth Assembly and we here at JHC team headquarters is gearing up for another exciting year of hard work... Although not officially announced yet, we are proud to say that the Global Youth Assembly (GYA) hosted by the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights, is coming back to Edmonton in the summer of 2011! The theme is a secret for now but we do have a big task ahead of us leading up to an incredible event. The Centre is now moving forward on the programming for the event but we need help to make the GYA a success in 2011 and we are calling for help! If you are interested in volunteering for the next GYA, please complete the survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=u6G3GjmpgXn69SnIbW4ShXQQlfxtzf8q3CrtVkaqIO4%3d&) and we'll be in touch with you to get you started! We look forward to hearing from you. The JHC Team
Taking the Lead: Strategies and Solutions from Female Coaches
Published by The University of Alberta Press, in this extensive and frank exploration, leaders in women's coaching discuss the values women bring to the coaching profession; their quest for equal access; ways career aspirations and motherhood are juggled; how to negotiate contracts; and encounters with homophobia, harassment, and bullying. They also identify the challenges to progress and highlight the essential changes that need to be made. To obtain a copy, please call 1 877 864 8477 or email orders@gtwcanada.com
Published by The University of Alberta Press, in this extensive and frank exploration, leaders in women's coaching discuss the values women bring to the coaching profession; their quest for equal access; ways career aspirations and motherhood are juggled; how to negotiate contracts; and encounters with homophobia, harassment, and bullying. They also identify the challenges to progress and highlight the essential changes that need to be made. To obtain a copy, please call 1 877 864 8477 or email orders@gtwcanada.com
Heart & Stroke: Shaping Active, Healthy Communities
The Heart and Stroke Foundation has developed this toolkit to help individuals and organizations who are interested in making their communities more supportive of physical activity through active, healthy community design. Read about… → how community design affects heart health → “what works” in active, healthy community design → local planning processes and opportunities for community input → tips and tools for taking action to encourage active, healthy design in your own community → Canadian communities that are implementing active, healthy design → what the Heart and Stroke Foundation is doing to support active, healthy design
The Heart and Stroke Foundation has developed this toolkit to help individuals and organizations who are interested in making their communities more supportive of physical activity through active, healthy community design. Read about… → how community design affects heart health → “what works” in active, healthy community design → local planning processes and opportunities for community input → tips and tools for taking action to encourage active, healthy design in your own community → Canadian communities that are implementing active, healthy design → what the Heart and Stroke Foundation is doing to support active, healthy design
National Sports Day in Canada
Do you have a sport event or activity being held in July/August or early September? Sports Day in Canada is a new national event that celebrates sport at all levels across Canada. Using the model that CBC created for Hockey Day in Canada and building off the momentum of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Sports Day in Canada is an opportunity to showcase all manner of sports, while mobilizing the nation in the power of being active. Sports Day in Canada will be the culmination of a week (September 11-18, 2010) of sporting events and festivals, celebrating grassroots sport stories, engaging citizens in physical activity and rallying local organizations to provide participatory opportunities in communities across Canada. Would you like your event or activity to be part of Sports Day in Canada?The Steering Committee of Sports Day in Canada is building an inventory of sport events and activities that could be featured and profiled by our broadcast partner, CBC Sports, leading up to a 2-4 hour broadcast on September 18, 2010. There will be many opportunities for your event/activity/programming to potentially be involved: -It could be one of the sports/events chosen as the anchor/focal point of Sports Day -It could be one of the sports/events featured on Sports Day -It could be one of the sports/events profiled on Sports Day -It could be one of the sports/events featured on CBC's This Week in Sport (pre-promotion during 10 weeks leading up to Sports Day) -It could be one of the sports/events featured as ParticipACTION True Sport Moments (pre-promotion during 10 weeks leading up to Sports Day) Here's your chance to get involved - Complete the inventory form found here. (http://sportsdayevents.participaction.com) The Sports Day in Canada Steering Committee is asking all sport organizations, national and provincial sport affiliates, clubs and community organizations to provide information about your existing (or newly proposed) event/activity/programming between July 1 - September 18, 2010 so that it can be included in the Sports Day in Canada inventory and its online directory. The online form must be completed no later than Friday May 28th, 2010. Should you have any questions, please contact Robin Turnbull at (416) 604-0310 or rtevent@sympatico.ca or Adrea Fink at (416) 913-1392 or afink@participACTION.com.
Do you have a sport event or activity being held in July/August or early September? Sports Day in Canada is a new national event that celebrates sport at all levels across Canada. Using the model that CBC created for Hockey Day in Canada and building off the momentum of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Sports Day in Canada is an opportunity to showcase all manner of sports, while mobilizing the nation in the power of being active. Sports Day in Canada will be the culmination of a week (September 11-18, 2010) of sporting events and festivals, celebrating grassroots sport stories, engaging citizens in physical activity and rallying local organizations to provide participatory opportunities in communities across Canada. Would you like your event or activity to be part of Sports Day in Canada?The Steering Committee of Sports Day in Canada is building an inventory of sport events and activities that could be featured and profiled by our broadcast partner, CBC Sports, leading up to a 2-4 hour broadcast on September 18, 2010. There will be many opportunities for your event/activity/programming to potentially be involved: -It could be one of the sports/events chosen as the anchor/focal point of Sports Day -It could be one of the sports/events featured on Sports Day -It could be one of the sports/events profiled on Sports Day -It could be one of the sports/events featured on CBC's This Week in Sport (pre-promotion during 10 weeks leading up to Sports Day) -It could be one of the sports/events featured as ParticipACTION True Sport Moments (pre-promotion during 10 weeks leading up to Sports Day) Here's your chance to get involved - Complete the inventory form found here. (http://sportsdayevents.participaction.com) The Sports Day in Canada Steering Committee is asking all sport organizations, national and provincial sport affiliates, clubs and community organizations to provide information about your existing (or newly proposed) event/activity/programming between July 1 - September 18, 2010 so that it can be included in the Sports Day in Canada inventory and its online directory. The online form must be completed no later than Friday May 28th, 2010. Should you have any questions, please contact Robin Turnbull at (416) 604-0310 or rtevent@sympatico.ca or Adrea Fink at (416) 913-1392 or afink@participACTION.com.
Youth Take Charge Program
Youth locally can be further engaged through a new government program. Funding applications begin June 14, 2010. As announced by Minister Moore on October 14, 2009, the objective of the newly created Youth Take Program is to strengthen youth attachment to Canada through engagement in the fields of history and heritage, civic engagement and youth service, arts and culture, and economic activities. The Program will provide grants and contributions to eligible organizations in support of youth-led projects involving youth generally aged 7 to 30. It is expected that the Program will increase awareness among youth participants of the importance of being an active and engaged citizen; will increase the relevance of youth-serving organizations for youth; and will increase youth engagement in communities. These outcomes will, in the long-term, lead to increased youth attachment to Canada and an increased sense of shared Canadian identity among youth. The first deadline for applications is June 14, 2010 for projects starting between December 1, 2010 and March 31, 2011. For details on eligibility criteria and to find out how to submit an application for funding, please consult the Program Guidelines and Application Forms available on our website at www.pch.gc.ca/takecharge Should you have any questions regarding the Youth Take Charge Program or to discuss your application, please do not hesitate to contact Canadian Heritage by email at engagetoi.takecharge@pch.gc.ca You can also reach Canadian Heritage by telephone toll-free at 1-866-811-0055, or for hard of hearing at 1-888-997-3123 (TTY). In addition, you may also contact Daryl Ostopowich, RTAB’s federal Co-Chair, at: Daryl Ostopowich Program Officer | Agent de programmes Canadian Heritage | Patrimoine canadien Suite 1630, Canada Place | bureau 1630, Canada Place 9700 Jasper Avenue | 9700, av. Jasper Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 4C3 daryl.ostopowich@pch.gc.ca Telephone | Téléphone 780-495-6793
Youth locally can be further engaged through a new government program. Funding applications begin June 14, 2010. As announced by Minister Moore on October 14, 2009, the objective of the newly created Youth Take Program is to strengthen youth attachment to Canada through engagement in the fields of history and heritage, civic engagement and youth service, arts and culture, and economic activities. The Program will provide grants and contributions to eligible organizations in support of youth-led projects involving youth generally aged 7 to 30. It is expected that the Program will increase awareness among youth participants of the importance of being an active and engaged citizen; will increase the relevance of youth-serving organizations for youth; and will increase youth engagement in communities. These outcomes will, in the long-term, lead to increased youth attachment to Canada and an increased sense of shared Canadian identity among youth. The first deadline for applications is June 14, 2010 for projects starting between December 1, 2010 and March 31, 2011. For details on eligibility criteria and to find out how to submit an application for funding, please consult the Program Guidelines and Application Forms available on our website at www.pch.gc.ca/takecharge Should you have any questions regarding the Youth Take Charge Program or to discuss your application, please do not hesitate to contact Canadian Heritage by email at engagetoi.takecharge@pch.gc.ca You can also reach Canadian Heritage by telephone toll-free at 1-866-811-0055, or for hard of hearing at 1-888-997-3123 (TTY). In addition, you may also contact Daryl Ostopowich, RTAB’s federal Co-Chair, at: Daryl Ostopowich Program Officer | Agent de programmes Canadian Heritage | Patrimoine canadien Suite 1630, Canada Place | bureau 1630, Canada Place 9700 Jasper Avenue | 9700, av. Jasper Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 4C3 daryl.ostopowich@pch.gc.ca Telephone | Téléphone 780-495-6793
Physical Activity at Childcare among Preschool-aged Children
Many preschool-aged children spend hours a day in childcare. The preschool-age period is important for establishing a foundation of healthy lifestyle patterns for childhood and into adulthood. Few physical activity guidelines for preschool-aged children exist and there are no recommendations for physical activity specific to the childcare setting. A recent US study developed and tested a set of best practice physical activity guidelines for childcare settings. The guidelines were based on eight characteristics of the childcare setting: active opportunities, fixed play environment, portable play environment, sedentary opportunities, sedentary environment, staff behaviour, physical activity training/education and physical activity policies. The researchers found that only a few childcare centres met the best practice guidelines. The childcare setting represents an opportunity to promote physical activity and early development of healthy behaviours. See: http://www.participaction.com/ecms.ashx/InactivityCrisis/ResearchFile_May_Eng.pdf
Many preschool-aged children spend hours a day in childcare. The preschool-age period is important for establishing a foundation of healthy lifestyle patterns for childhood and into adulthood. Few physical activity guidelines for preschool-aged children exist and there are no recommendations for physical activity specific to the childcare setting. A recent US study developed and tested a set of best practice physical activity guidelines for childcare settings. The guidelines were based on eight characteristics of the childcare setting: active opportunities, fixed play environment, portable play environment, sedentary opportunities, sedentary environment, staff behaviour, physical activity training/education and physical activity policies. The researchers found that only a few childcare centres met the best practice guidelines. The childcare setting represents an opportunity to promote physical activity and early development of healthy behaviours. See: http://www.participaction.com/ecms.ashx/InactivityCrisis/ResearchFile_May_Eng.pdf
2010 Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card
Active Healthy Kids Canada launched its 2010 Report Card on April 27, with strategic partners ParticipACTION and the Healthy Active Living and Obesity Research Group at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO-HALO). The Report Card shines a national spotlight on physical activity opportunities for kids all across Canada. Visit the website to download the Report Card, access free presentations and articles, and find out how things played out.
Active Healthy Kids Canada launched its 2010 Report Card on April 27, with strategic partners ParticipACTION and the Healthy Active Living and Obesity Research Group at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO-HALO). The Report Card shines a national spotlight on physical activity opportunities for kids all across Canada. Visit the website to download the Report Card, access free presentations and articles, and find out how things played out.
Alberta’s Nonprofits & Charities and the Economic Climate - Spring 2010 Survey
The Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CCVO) is once again working together with other partners across the province, including the ECVO to take a quick “temperature check” on the state of the nonprofit and voluntary sector. Please take some time to complete Alberta's Nonprofits & Charities and the Economic Climate - Spring 2010 Survey. Your responses to this survey are critical to obtain the broad picture of the sector in Alberta. The results of the 2009 surveys were widely used by media, government and the sector. As we continue with ongoing monitoring of the sector, this survey helps to build understanding and awareness of Alberta’s nonprofit and voluntary sector. Results of CCVO’s latest survey will be reported back to the voluntary sector, government, media and the public. Watch for the report in June. Information and analysis contained in the report can be a useful tool for your organization’s efforts in planning, promotion and engagement with community, government and media. If you are new to the survey, we gladly welcome your participation and interest. If you completed earlier surveys in the spring and fall of 2009, thank you for your participation. We encourage you once again to be part of this important work. TAKE THE SURVEY NOW! The survey closes May 14. Thank you in advance for your response. Your input is vital to the success of the survey. If you have any questions, contact Laura MacKinnon at lmackinnon@calgarycvo.org or 403-261-6655
The Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CCVO) is once again working together with other partners across the province, including the ECVO to take a quick “temperature check” on the state of the nonprofit and voluntary sector. Please take some time to complete Alberta's Nonprofits & Charities and the Economic Climate - Spring 2010 Survey. Your responses to this survey are critical to obtain the broad picture of the sector in Alberta. The results of the 2009 surveys were widely used by media, government and the sector. As we continue with ongoing monitoring of the sector, this survey helps to build understanding and awareness of Alberta’s nonprofit and voluntary sector. Results of CCVO’s latest survey will be reported back to the voluntary sector, government, media and the public. Watch for the report in June. Information and analysis contained in the report can be a useful tool for your organization’s efforts in planning, promotion and engagement with community, government and media. If you are new to the survey, we gladly welcome your participation and interest. If you completed earlier surveys in the spring and fall of 2009, thank you for your participation. We encourage you once again to be part of this important work. TAKE THE SURVEY NOW! The survey closes May 14. Thank you in advance for your response. Your input is vital to the success of the survey. If you have any questions, contact Laura MacKinnon at lmackinnon@calgarycvo.org or 403-261-6655
You give me cash! I spend it! The end!
Proposal Writing Workbook. Developed by Wayne Page, Sport Advisor, Indigenous Sport Council Alberta (ISCA). This workbook has been developed with the intent of assisting organizations to maintain and enhance their potential. It is not intended to replace other workshops, programs or services provided by other agencies, organizations, or educational institutions. The material within this workbook has been written generally and may not fit exactly with the needs of your organization. It is considered to be a starting point, not necessarily a means to an end. Many thanks to Wayne Page for creating then sharing this workbook with all of us.
Proposal Writing Workbook. Developed by Wayne Page, Sport Advisor, Indigenous Sport Council Alberta (ISCA). This workbook has been developed with the intent of assisting organizations to maintain and enhance their potential. It is not intended to replace other workshops, programs or services provided by other agencies, organizations, or educational institutions. The material within this workbook has been written generally and may not fit exactly with the needs of your organization. It is considered to be a starting point, not necessarily a means to an end. Many thanks to Wayne Page for creating then sharing this workbook with all of us.
2010 Energize Workshop and Recreation Volunteer Awards
Nominate an outstanding recreation volunteer today! Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation and the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation (ASRPWF) will be joining forces with ARPA to bring Alberta's recreation and parks community Energize 2010. The Energize Workshop will be held in conjunction with the ARPA Annual Conference, which takes place October 21-23, 2010 at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. The Energize Workshop provides a forum for everyone from local community volunteers to elected officials to exchange ideas and knowledge related to recreation development and its contribution to healthy communities. The Recreation Volunteer Recognition Awards are presented at the Energize Workshop to four Albertans who have, through their involvement and dedication, advanced the development of recreation in Alberta. The Awards are sponsored by Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation and the ASRPWF. The selections are made by the volunteer Energize Advisory Committee from the nominations that are received.
Nominate an outstanding recreation volunteer today! Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation and the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation (ASRPWF) will be joining forces with ARPA to bring Alberta's recreation and parks community Energize 2010. The Energize Workshop will be held in conjunction with the ARPA Annual Conference, which takes place October 21-23, 2010 at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. The Energize Workshop provides a forum for everyone from local community volunteers to elected officials to exchange ideas and knowledge related to recreation development and its contribution to healthy communities. The Recreation Volunteer Recognition Awards are presented at the Energize Workshop to four Albertans who have, through their involvement and dedication, advanced the development of recreation in Alberta. The Awards are sponsored by Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation and the ASRPWF. The selections are made by the volunteer Energize Advisory Committee from the nominations that are received.
Women on Boards: A Guide to Getting Involved
Women, through participation on governing boards and in senior roles of organizations, have a significant impact on sport in Canada from the grassroots level to elite international competitions. However, women are often underrepresented in leadership at the board level, leaving a void in discussions, perspectives and decision-making. CAAWS is dedicated to encouraging girls and women to both participate and lead in sport and physical activity. Women on Boards: A Guide to Getting Involved, produced by CAAWS in partnership with 2010 Legacies Now, provides both organizations and women who are interested in serving on boards, with practical resources to ensure strong representation and leadership from women at the board level. Demystifies the Workings of Boards The guide demystifies the workings of boards and strives to improve recruitment and retention of women as board members by: -Describing why boards need more women; -Providing advice on how to find a suitable board to join, and how to secure a position on it; -Providing straightforward descriptions of typical board roles, terminology and processes; -Identifying challenges that may be faced by women serving on boards, and proposing strategies for addressing them.
Women, through participation on governing boards and in senior roles of organizations, have a significant impact on sport in Canada from the grassroots level to elite international competitions. However, women are often underrepresented in leadership at the board level, leaving a void in discussions, perspectives and decision-making. CAAWS is dedicated to encouraging girls and women to both participate and lead in sport and physical activity. Women on Boards: A Guide to Getting Involved, produced by CAAWS in partnership with 2010 Legacies Now, provides both organizations and women who are interested in serving on boards, with practical resources to ensure strong representation and leadership from women at the board level. Demystifies the Workings of Boards The guide demystifies the workings of boards and strives to improve recruitment and retention of women as board members by: -Describing why boards need more women; -Providing advice on how to find a suitable board to join, and how to secure a position on it; -Providing straightforward descriptions of typical board roles, terminology and processes; -Identifying challenges that may be faced by women serving on boards, and proposing strategies for addressing them.
Citizenship DRC
The Development Research Centre on Citizenship, Participation and Accountability (Citizenship DRC) is an international network of researchers and activists exploring new forms of citizenship that will help make rights real.
The Development Research Centre on Citizenship, Participation and Accountability (Citizenship DRC) is an international network of researchers and activists exploring new forms of citizenship that will help make rights real.
Pepsi Refresh Project
Pepsi will be giving away over $1 million in grants to fund ideas beginning June 1, 2010. There are 4 grant sizes for individuals through to large organizations, with grants ranging from $5000 to $100,000. For more info see: http://www.refresheverything.ca/
Pepsi will be giving away over $1 million in grants to fund ideas beginning June 1, 2010. There are 4 grant sizes for individuals through to large organizations, with grants ranging from $5000 to $100,000. For more info see: http://www.refresheverything.ca/
2010 Calgary Community Summit
On Wednesday March 3, 2010, the Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) hosted a Community Summit to get input into the next steps in Calgary’s 10 Year Plan. Community members also heard about local results to date and ‘best practices’ from other regions of the world. To see the feedback and access resources from this Community Summit see this link: http://www.calgaryhomeless.com/default.asp?FolderID=3698
On Wednesday March 3, 2010, the Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) hosted a Community Summit to get input into the next steps in Calgary’s 10 Year Plan. Community members also heard about local results to date and ‘best practices’ from other regions of the world. To see the feedback and access resources from this Community Summit see this link: http://www.calgaryhomeless.com/default.asp?FolderID=3698
2010 Great Kids Award
The Government of Alberta is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 2010 Great Kids Award. Albertans are invited to help recognize a child or youth between the ages of five and 18 who is making an outstanding contribution at home, school, or in their community. Nominate a Great Kid today for their generosity, courage, compassion, determination and strong spirit. Download and print the nomination form. All nominations must be received by the deadline: JUNE 14, 2010 at 4:00pm. Please follow the instructions on the form carefully. Late or incomplete entries will not be considered.
The Government of Alberta is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 2010 Great Kids Award. Albertans are invited to help recognize a child or youth between the ages of five and 18 who is making an outstanding contribution at home, school, or in their community. Nominate a Great Kid today for their generosity, courage, compassion, determination and strong spirit. Download and print the nomination form. All nominations must be received by the deadline: JUNE 14, 2010 at 4:00pm. Please follow the instructions on the form carefully. Late or incomplete entries will not be considered.
Charity Tax Tools information from Imagine Canada
Charity Tax Tools is a free, comprehensive information website with easy to understand content developed by Imagine Canada that will provide Canadian charities with timely information and tools to ensure they have the resources to meet Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements. The website is most advantageous for small and medium-sized charities, as well as the many legal and accounting advisers/practitioners who do not specialize in the sector, but nevertheless support charities. The overall goal of the Charity Tax Tools website is to provide support to Canadian charities in the areas of receipting fundraising activities, maintaining books and records and reporting to the CRA. Charities and individuals who wish to learn more about Charity Tax Tools can visit the website at http://charitytax.imaginecanada.ca/.
Charity Tax Tools is a free, comprehensive information website with easy to understand content developed by Imagine Canada that will provide Canadian charities with timely information and tools to ensure they have the resources to meet Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements. The website is most advantageous for small and medium-sized charities, as well as the many legal and accounting advisers/practitioners who do not specialize in the sector, but nevertheless support charities. The overall goal of the Charity Tax Tools website is to provide support to Canadian charities in the areas of receipting fundraising activities, maintaining books and records and reporting to the CRA. Charities and individuals who wish to learn more about Charity Tax Tools can visit the website at http://charitytax.imaginecanada.ca/.
Canada’s unsung community heroes
DEBBIE TRAVIS LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE SEARCH FOR LOCAL HEROES TO PARTICIPATE IN NEW CBC-TV SHOW Is there someone in your community who deserves to be recognized? Debbie Travis has a new home on CBC Television, and together with the network, is launching a nationwide search for Canada’s unsung heroes. The new, prime time show will air this fall, following Travis as she celebrates local heroes and takes a heart-felt and inspiring look at what we call a community. The show is looking for deserving individuals who make our neighbourhoods special places to live. “We’ll be searching every nook and cranny in Canada for those special heroes whose contributions are the heartbeat of the community,” said Debbie Travis. “CBC Television is the perfect partner for this exciting collaboration" Debbie Travis and CBC Television want to know about active individuals across the country who pour their hearts and souls into their communities. Canadians are invited to learn more about the show and submit applications online at www.cbc.ca/debbietravis starting Wednesday, March 31. Entries will be accepted until Tuesday, June 15 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
DEBBIE TRAVIS LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE SEARCH FOR LOCAL HEROES TO PARTICIPATE IN NEW CBC-TV SHOW Is there someone in your community who deserves to be recognized? Debbie Travis has a new home on CBC Television, and together with the network, is launching a nationwide search for Canada’s unsung heroes. The new, prime time show will air this fall, following Travis as she celebrates local heroes and takes a heart-felt and inspiring look at what we call a community. The show is looking for deserving individuals who make our neighbourhoods special places to live. “We’ll be searching every nook and cranny in Canada for those special heroes whose contributions are the heartbeat of the community,” said Debbie Travis. “CBC Television is the perfect partner for this exciting collaboration" Debbie Travis and CBC Television want to know about active individuals across the country who pour their hearts and souls into their communities. Canadians are invited to learn more about the show and submit applications online at www.cbc.ca/debbietravis starting Wednesday, March 31. Entries will be accepted until Tuesday, June 15 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Physical Activity For All
The Alberta Centre for Active Living is pleased to announce the launch of a new website that promotes the inclusion of all people in physical activity and active living! The website is an important output from the work that went into a two-year project called Physical Activity for All. The project was funded by the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation. The website: -is user-friendly, practical and full of useful insights and tips -is aimed at practitioners, decision-makers, community leaders and advocates -will help you to address barriers to physical activity that you may encounter in your work or community -outlines how policies, physical and social environments, and individual factors promote or discourage physical activity participation -offers a wide range of great ideas and strategies to address some of the top barriers that can hinder or limit equal accessibility and inclusion in physical activity opportunities It is our hope that the project, the final report and the website will help create more inclusive social and physical environments, and serve to better promote physical activity for all. Check it out!
The Alberta Centre for Active Living is pleased to announce the launch of a new website that promotes the inclusion of all people in physical activity and active living! The website is an important output from the work that went into a two-year project called Physical Activity for All. The project was funded by the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation. The website: -is user-friendly, practical and full of useful insights and tips -is aimed at practitioners, decision-makers, community leaders and advocates -will help you to address barriers to physical activity that you may encounter in your work or community -outlines how policies, physical and social environments, and individual factors promote or discourage physical activity participation -offers a wide range of great ideas and strategies to address some of the top barriers that can hinder or limit equal accessibility and inclusion in physical activity opportunities It is our hope that the project, the final report and the website will help create more inclusive social and physical environments, and serve to better promote physical activity for all. Check it out!
Volunteers Count! Enter Hours & Earn Cash!
Volunteer Alberta is encouraging volunteers in Alberta to submit hours of community service to their website to earn one of three cash or cash equivalent prizes. Count your volunteer hours between April 18-24 2010 and enter your hours to www.volunteeralberta.ab.ca.
Volunteer Alberta is encouraging volunteers in Alberta to submit hours of community service to their website to earn one of three cash or cash equivalent prizes. Count your volunteer hours between April 18-24 2010 and enter your hours to www.volunteeralberta.ab.ca.
The Benefits Catalogue - online version
This living resource summarizes evidence that our services really do make a difference. Validation is provided for 49 benefits or outcome statements organized around the eight marketing messages listed below. The intent has been to provide you with an invaluable resource for policy development, planning, marketing, program/service development and/or evaluation. We are in the process of adding facts and trends for each benefit statement to help you make a case for expanding related programs and/or services.
This living resource summarizes evidence that our services really do make a difference. Validation is provided for 49 benefits or outcome statements organized around the eight marketing messages listed below. The intent has been to provide you with an invaluable resource for policy development, planning, marketing, program/service development and/or evaluation. We are in the process of adding facts and trends for each benefit statement to help you make a case for expanding related programs and/or services.
Nominees for Huggable Heros
There are many pawsome kids doing great things to help others and we want to hear about them! We will award ten kids $10,000 for their outstanding community service - each Huggable Hero will receive a $7,500 college scholarship and a $2,500 donation to their special 501(C)(3) cause, plus a camera and an exciting 2 day, 1 night trip to meet the other honorees and take part in a professional photo shoot! Through February 26, nominate a young person you know who's doing their part to make a difference in the world, and they could become our next Huggable Hero!
There are many pawsome kids doing great things to help others and we want to hear about them! We will award ten kids $10,000 for their outstanding community service - each Huggable Hero will receive a $7,500 college scholarship and a $2,500 donation to their special 501(C)(3) cause, plus a camera and an exciting 2 day, 1 night trip to meet the other honorees and take part in a professional photo shoot! Through February 26, nominate a young person you know who's doing their part to make a difference in the world, and they could become our next Huggable Hero!
RBC After-School Grants Project
The RBC After-School Grants Project announced its call for grant applications for the 2010-2011 school year. Deadline to apply is February 26, 2010. In its 12th year, RBC is offering more than $2.5 million in grants to fund first-time and renewed grant recipients. The grants are awarded by regional community panels made up of experts in the fields of youth and education. Each organization should have a mandate to keep students in grades K-12 safe as well as positively engaged through an enriched curriculum after their classes end each day. RBC After-School grants of up to $40,000 are provided by the RBC Foundation to programs in at-risk or underserved communities. The deadline for funding applications is February 26, 2010, and grant recipients will be advised by June 2010.
The RBC After-School Grants Project announced its call for grant applications for the 2010-2011 school year. Deadline to apply is February 26, 2010. In its 12th year, RBC is offering more than $2.5 million in grants to fund first-time and renewed grant recipients. The grants are awarded by regional community panels made up of experts in the fields of youth and education. Each organization should have a mandate to keep students in grades K-12 safe as well as positively engaged through an enriched curriculum after their classes end each day. RBC After-School grants of up to $40,000 are provided by the RBC Foundation to programs in at-risk or underserved communities. The deadline for funding applications is February 26, 2010, and grant recipients will be advised by June 2010.
The Teen Voice Report
A new Search Institute study exploring the importance of teen motivation and engagement in civic life finds that only seven percent of 15 year-olds in the U.S. experience a strong combination of three key factors critical to their success. The key factors are Sparks (a young person talents, interests, strengths), TVI (teen voice index on youth engagement in social issues and civic life) and ROI (relationships and opportunities index). The full report has some interesting commentary on these three key areas that can be used in the development of proposals and presentations in a way that brings statistical information to life. It also outlines 15 actions to support 15 year-olds - easy to understand and easy to implement. Check it out at http://www.search-institute.org/system/files/TeenVoiceReport_FINAL.pdf
A new Search Institute study exploring the importance of teen motivation and engagement in civic life finds that only seven percent of 15 year-olds in the U.S. experience a strong combination of three key factors critical to their success. The key factors are Sparks (a young person talents, interests, strengths), TVI (teen voice index on youth engagement in social issues and civic life) and ROI (relationships and opportunities index). The full report has some interesting commentary on these three key areas that can be used in the development of proposals and presentations in a way that brings statistical information to life. It also outlines 15 actions to support 15 year-olds - easy to understand and easy to implement. Check it out at http://www.search-institute.org/system/files/TeenVoiceReport_FINAL.pdf
YAC Link: Tips and Tricks for Starting a Youth Council
This resource is called YAC Link: Tips and Tricks for Starting a Youth Council, a joint report from the McCreary Centre, Powell River and Tia'Amin Youth Advisory Councils. This information is great for starting a youth council and for assessing how your council is functioning! The four sections: - Why a YAC; - Getting it Started; - Keeping it Going; and - Adult Support are all simply written, with easy-to-understand graphics and helpful notes (e.g. adults should be a 'guide on the side not a sage on the stage'.... you have to love it!). Check it out at www.mcs.bc.ca/pdf/YAC-Link-web.pdf
This resource is called YAC Link: Tips and Tricks for Starting a Youth Council, a joint report from the McCreary Centre, Powell River and Tia'Amin Youth Advisory Councils. This information is great for starting a youth council and for assessing how your council is functioning! The four sections: - Why a YAC; - Getting it Started; - Keeping it Going; and - Adult Support are all simply written, with easy-to-understand graphics and helpful notes (e.g. adults should be a 'guide on the side not a sage on the stage'.... you have to love it!). Check it out at www.mcs.bc.ca/pdf/YAC-Link-web.pdf
Child Trends
In a short article, this American Research discusses the threats facing rural youth and the need for out of school programming.
In a short article, this American Research discusses the threats facing rural youth and the need for out of school programming.
KaBoom - Best Practices in Play
Best Practices in Play In municipalities across America, engaged citizens and civic leaders are actively seeking innovative ways to improve the accessibility, quality, and quantity of play and play spaces for children. To help cities build awareness & political capital and develop a policy on play, KaBOOM! identified 12 relevant and innovative best practices in play. For more on this topic see: http://kaboom.org/help_save_play/playful_city_usa/best_practices_play
Best Practices in Play In municipalities across America, engaged citizens and civic leaders are actively seeking innovative ways to improve the accessibility, quality, and quantity of play and play spaces for children. To help cities build awareness & political capital and develop a policy on play, KaBOOM! identified 12 relevant and innovative best practices in play. For more on this topic see: http://kaboom.org/help_save_play/playful_city_usa/best_practices_play
Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence
Reminder to submit nominations for Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence by February 26, 2010. The inaugural Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence (RIAE) gala, scheduled to take place April 15th, 2010, is presently seeking nominations in all awards categories. The intent of this program is to honour achievement, excellence, creativity, and innovation by Alberta's corporate sector in enhancing personal health, community well-being, and quality of life that is directly linked to recreation and parks development. The nomination deadline for the first edition of the awards program is February 26th, 2010. Nominating an individual or organization can be completed in three simple steps: (1) Complete the nomination form; (2) Provide three letters of support; and (3) Provide an overview of the nominee including reference to the project, work, or services that support the nomination (max. 500 words). Should you have any questions about the Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence program please contact the Recreation for Life Foundation office: Kathleen Badry, Fund Development Manager, phone: 780- 422-8103 or email: kbadry@recreationforlife.org. Please visit the following link to view the Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence brochure, nominations form, and sponsorship opportunities at www.Awards.RecreationforLife.org.
Reminder to submit nominations for Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence by February 26, 2010. The inaugural Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence (RIAE) gala, scheduled to take place April 15th, 2010, is presently seeking nominations in all awards categories. The intent of this program is to honour achievement, excellence, creativity, and innovation by Alberta's corporate sector in enhancing personal health, community well-being, and quality of life that is directly linked to recreation and parks development. The nomination deadline for the first edition of the awards program is February 26th, 2010. Nominating an individual or organization can be completed in three simple steps: (1) Complete the nomination form; (2) Provide three letters of support; and (3) Provide an overview of the nominee including reference to the project, work, or services that support the nomination (max. 500 words). Should you have any questions about the Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence program please contact the Recreation for Life Foundation office: Kathleen Badry, Fund Development Manager, phone: 780- 422-8103 or email: kbadry@recreationforlife.org. Please visit the following link to view the Recreation Industry Awards of Excellence brochure, nominations form, and sponsorship opportunities at www.Awards.RecreationforLife.org.
Youthography
Youthography is North America's only full service research and marketing communications agency dedicated exclusively to youth. They eat, sleep and breathe young and youthful culture like no other shop on the continent. At the heart of our success is a core team with diverse strengths and individual interests that power our work and make Youthography the best place to go for research, marketing and communication focused on tweens, teens and/or young adults. Youthography offers opportunities for social marketing support, research, speakers among other things.
Youthography is North America's only full service research and marketing communications agency dedicated exclusively to youth. They eat, sleep and breathe young and youthful culture like no other shop on the continent. At the heart of our success is a core team with diverse strengths and individual interests that power our work and make Youthography the best place to go for research, marketing and communication focused on tweens, teens and/or young adults. Youthography offers opportunities for social marketing support, research, speakers among other things.
Art in the Park
This presentation sponsored by the Edmonton Arts Council, from the 2009 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association Annual Conference and Energize Workshop, provides an overview of how public art can be included in parks and municipal spaces, how artists can be involved in parks planning, a practical understanding of what public art is and the process of administrating or accessioning a public artwork.
This presentation sponsored by the Edmonton Arts Council, from the 2009 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association Annual Conference and Energize Workshop, provides an overview of how public art can be included in parks and municipal spaces, how artists can be involved in parks planning, a practical understanding of what public art is and the process of administrating or accessioning a public artwork.
Culture Days
Culture Days is a collaborative pan-Canadian volunteer movement to raise the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement by all Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their communities. The National Steering Committee, in collaboration with provincial committees are self-mobilizing at the grassroots level to collaborate in the implementation of concurrent annual province-wide public participation events each September beginning in 2010. In support of these annual provincial events, Culture Days will drive a major annual national communications & public relations campaign to help re-position arts and culture in the public eye.
Culture Days is a collaborative pan-Canadian volunteer movement to raise the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement by all Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their communities. The National Steering Committee, in collaboration with provincial committees are self-mobilizing at the grassroots level to collaborate in the implementation of concurrent annual province-wide public participation events each September beginning in 2010. In support of these annual provincial events, Culture Days will drive a major annual national communications & public relations campaign to help re-position arts and culture in the public eye.
All Kids have Dreams
This resource was the outcome of a study done by the Youth Matters Multicultural Project in 2003. The aim was to help agencies in Calgary who worked with immigrant youth.
This resource was the outcome of a study done by the Youth Matters Multicultural Project in 2003. The aim was to help agencies in Calgary who worked with immigrant youth.
ATCO Celebrating Youth Leaders
ATCO is challenging Alberta’s youth to tell us how they are getting involved in their communities. Students in Grades 4 to 12 are invited to describe in 150 - 650 words how they pursue leadership and strive for excellence in sports, arts, culture, education or community involvement. 166 Students will be rewarded with an exclusive trip to Vancouver! Plus ... Runners-up will receive an Acer Aspire laptop computer and more!
ATCO is challenging Alberta’s youth to tell us how they are getting involved in their communities. Students in Grades 4 to 12 are invited to describe in 150 - 650 words how they pursue leadership and strive for excellence in sports, arts, culture, education or community involvement. 166 Students will be rewarded with an exclusive trip to Vancouver! Plus ... Runners-up will receive an Acer Aspire laptop computer and more!
A Resident's Guide for Creating Safe and Walkable Communities
This guide is intended to assist residents, parents, community association members, and others in getting involved in making communities safer for pedestrians. The guide includes facts, ideas, and resources to help residents learn about traffic problems that affect pedestrians and find ways to help address these problems and promote pedestrian safety. The guide includes information on identifying problems, taking action to address pedestrian concerns, finding solutions to improve pedestrian safety, and resources to get additional information.
This guide is intended to assist residents, parents, community association members, and others in getting involved in making communities safer for pedestrians. The guide includes facts, ideas, and resources to help residents learn about traffic problems that affect pedestrians and find ways to help address these problems and promote pedestrian safety. The guide includes information on identifying problems, taking action to address pedestrian concerns, finding solutions to improve pedestrian safety, and resources to get additional information.
Green Communities Guide
Land Stewardship Centre of Canada has recently launched the Green Communities Guide as a tool to assist communities in designing strategies to conserve water, protect water quality, and preserve land and critical open spaces. The Guide was developed to provide elected municipal officials, municipal planning departments, stewardship organizations, and industry partners with a resource featuring innovative conservation and stewardship practices to assist with conservation planning within built environments.
Land Stewardship Centre of Canada has recently launched the Green Communities Guide as a tool to assist communities in designing strategies to conserve water, protect water quality, and preserve land and critical open spaces. The Guide was developed to provide elected municipal officials, municipal planning departments, stewardship organizations, and industry partners with a resource featuring innovative conservation and stewardship practices to assist with conservation planning within built environments.
Create a Youth Council
This resource entitled "Create a Youth Council in Your Community in 10 Easy Steps is produced by the Rural Youth Working Group of the Ontario Rural Council. It is a practical and easy to read manual that acknowledges the uniqueness of each community.
This resource entitled "Create a Youth Council in Your Community in 10 Easy Steps is produced by the Rural Youth Working Group of the Ontario Rural Council. It is a practical and easy to read manual that acknowledges the uniqueness of each community.
Setting the Stage- A Community- Based Festival and Event Planning Manual
Festival and event organizing committees in Alberta now have a new resource to assist in planning. Setting the Stage- A Community- Based Festival and Event Planning Manual has been developed by the Tourism Product Development Branch in order to assist small, primarily rural, organizing committees who are looking to start or grow a festival or event. It provides tools, templates and resources to help committees navigate through the planning, production and evaluation processes.
Festival and event organizing committees in Alberta now have a new resource to assist in planning. Setting the Stage- A Community- Based Festival and Event Planning Manual has been developed by the Tourism Product Development Branch in order to assist small, primarily rural, organizing committees who are looking to start or grow a festival or event. It provides tools, templates and resources to help committees navigate through the planning, production and evaluation processes.
Daily Physical Activity for Families Booklets
In support of British Columbia's Daily Physical Activity in schools initiative, Daily Physical Activity for Families booklets were distributed to all schools in January 2009. Each booklet includes basic information about daily physical activity, safety tips, and age appropriate suggestions for getting students and their families more physically active. The booklet series is now available on-line, in 13 different languages.
In support of British Columbia's Daily Physical Activity in schools initiative, Daily Physical Activity for Families booklets were distributed to all schools in January 2009. Each booklet includes basic information about daily physical activity, safety tips, and age appropriate suggestions for getting students and their families more physically active. The booklet series is now available on-line, in 13 different languages.
Walking School Bus and Bicycle Train Program
British Columbian's Walking School Bus and Bicycle Train Program was launched on International Walk to School Day (iWalk) 2008, to support school communities in planning safe routes to school, increasing daily physical activity and reducing their carbon footprint. Program resources include guides for how to set up active transportation programs, interactive training webinars, mapping tools, and road safety tips, in addition to free starter kits and incentives.
British Columbian's Walking School Bus and Bicycle Train Program was launched on International Walk to School Day (iWalk) 2008, to support school communities in planning safe routes to school, increasing daily physical activity and reducing their carbon footprint. Program resources include guides for how to set up active transportation programs, interactive training webinars, mapping tools, and road safety tips, in addition to free starter kits and incentives.
In Her Voice
In Her Voice: An Exploration of Young Women's Sport and Physical Activity Experiences In Her Voice provides insight into the sport and physical activity experiences of girls and young women. The resource is based on focus group conversations with young women, aged 13-17, from five diverse communities across Canada. The information gathered offers program providers and decision-makers in the sport and active living, health, education, and social service sectors a better understanding of the diverse needs, interests and experiences of young women, supporting the creation of better programs and more responsive health promotion initiatives.
In Her Voice: An Exploration of Young Women's Sport and Physical Activity Experiences In Her Voice provides insight into the sport and physical activity experiences of girls and young women. The resource is based on focus group conversations with young women, aged 13-17, from five diverse communities across Canada. The information gathered offers program providers and decision-makers in the sport and active living, health, education, and social service sectors a better understanding of the diverse needs, interests and experiences of young women, supporting the creation of better programs and more responsive health promotion initiatives.
Social Innovation: Canada Falling Behind
Canada is falling behind other countries, such as Australia, the UK and the US in recognizing the value of social innovation (SI) for addressing complex public policy issues. A new report from Canadian Policy Research Networks (CPRN), Social Innovation in Canada: An Update by Mark Goldenberg et al., highlights the urgency of the social challenges before us, such as climate change, sustainability, poverty and globalization, particularly in the midst of a global economic downturn, and points to the importance of fostering SI as a solution. The report notes that while governments in Canada have acknowledged the importance of social capital and the social economy, and have been relatively active in these areas in recent years, Canada has missed opportunities to encourage SI by failing to develop adequate models for public support, engagement and funding. The report calls on Canadian leaders to establish a cross-sectoral national strategy to advance SI in this country.
Canada is falling behind other countries, such as Australia, the UK and the US in recognizing the value of social innovation (SI) for addressing complex public policy issues. A new report from Canadian Policy Research Networks (CPRN), Social Innovation in Canada: An Update by Mark Goldenberg et al., highlights the urgency of the social challenges before us, such as climate change, sustainability, poverty and globalization, particularly in the midst of a global economic downturn, and points to the importance of fostering SI as a solution. The report notes that while governments in Canada have acknowledged the importance of social capital and the social economy, and have been relatively active in these areas in recent years, Canada has missed opportunities to encourage SI by failing to develop adequate models for public support, engagement and funding. The report calls on Canadian leaders to establish a cross-sectoral national strategy to advance SI in this country.
2009 Vital Signs Report Examines Quality of Life in Canada
This snapshot of how Canadian communities are faring in 10 key areas highlights that there been significant recent declines in most violent crimes, although this continues to be Canadian's most serious concern. The annual report on quality of life from Community Foundations of Canada also showed that the country's youth jobless rate has soared under the economic pressures of the past year.
This snapshot of how Canadian communities are faring in 10 key areas highlights that there been significant recent declines in most violent crimes, although this continues to be Canadian's most serious concern. The annual report on quality of life from Community Foundations of Canada also showed that the country's youth jobless rate has soared under the economic pressures of the past year.
Community Leadership Newsletter
September issue of the Community Leadership newsletter from the Alberta Ministry of Culture and Community Spirit.
September issue of the Community Leadership newsletter from the Alberta Ministry of Culture and Community Spirit.
Becoming a Creative Community
This great article provides one community's take on what it means to be a creative community.
This great article provides one community's take on what it means to be a creative community.
Play Streets = Cultural Capital
This article from the New York Times shows how closing streets from from 8::00 am to 8:00 pm creates a Play Street that becomes a Sanctuary.
This article from the New York Times shows how closing streets from from 8::00 am to 8:00 pm creates a Play Street that becomes a Sanctuary.
How are Canadians Really Doing?
CIW - Canadian Index on Wellbeng has defined it as "the presence of the highest possible quality of life in its full breadth of expression, focused on but not necessarily exclusive to: good living standards, robust health, a sustainable environment, vital communities, an educated populace, balanced time use, high levels of civic participation, and access to and participation in dynamic arts, culture & recreation.This is the first report released by the new Institute ofWellbeing – an independent, non-partisan Canadian and international network. It presents the results of three research studies that is the beginning of a new way of measuring wellbeing.
CIW - Canadian Index on Wellbeng has defined it as "the presence of the highest possible quality of life in its full breadth of expression, focused on but not necessarily exclusive to: good living standards, robust health, a sustainable environment, vital communities, an educated populace, balanced time use, high levels of civic participation, and access to and participation in dynamic arts, culture & recreation.This is the first report released by the new Institute ofWellbeing – an independent, non-partisan Canadian and international network. It presents the results of three research studies that is the beginning of a new way of measuring wellbeing.
Age Friendly Cities Checklist
This checklist of essential age-friendly city features is based on the results of the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Age-Friendly Cities project consultation in 33 cities in 22 countries. The checklist is a tool for a city’s self-assessment and a map for charting progress
This checklist of essential age-friendly city features is based on the results of the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Age-Friendly Cities project consultation in 33 cities in 22 countries. The checklist is a tool for a city’s self-assessment and a map for charting progress
Canadian Policy Research Network
Election speculation season has begun, and almost as fashionable as hypothesizing the date of our next federal election are media musings on youth disengagement from the democratic process. Nothing could be further from the truth. Canadian Policy Research Networks (CPRN) commissioned a series of papers on the political and civic engagement of young people in Canada to go beyond surface characterizations of youth culture. Researchers found that youth are not only highly engaged in global and local civic causes, organizations and initiatives, they are savvy communicators, sophisticated networkers and soundly and demonstrably committed to democracy.
Election speculation season has begun, and almost as fashionable as hypothesizing the date of our next federal election are media musings on youth disengagement from the democratic process. Nothing could be further from the truth. Canadian Policy Research Networks (CPRN) commissioned a series of papers on the political and civic engagement of young people in Canada to go beyond surface characterizations of youth culture. Researchers found that youth are not only highly engaged in global and local civic causes, organizations and initiatives, they are savvy communicators, sophisticated networkers and soundly and demonstrably committed to democracy.
Active Kids Nova Scotia
A valuable resource from Recreation Nova Scotia for anyone who is involved with child and youth programs. It includes a database of success stories for programming ideas and resources. A monthly e-bulletin is also available.
A valuable resource from Recreation Nova Scotia for anyone who is involved with child and youth programs. It includes a database of success stories for programming ideas and resources. A monthly e-bulletin is also available.
Economic Benefits of Bicycle Infrastructure
he Economic Benefits of Bicycle Infrastructure Investments Publisher/Sponsor: League of American Bicyclists Abstract This article highlights the impact the bicycle industry and bicycle tourism can have on local economies, describes the need for bicycle facilities, discusses the cost effectiveness of investments, points out the benefits of bike facilities for business districts and neighborhoods, and identifies the cost savings associated with a mode shift from car to bicycle. The evidence demonstrates that investments in bicycle infrastructure make good economic sense as a cost effective way to enhance shopping districts and communities, generate tourism and support business.
he Economic Benefits of Bicycle Infrastructure Investments Publisher/Sponsor: League of American Bicyclists Abstract This article highlights the impact the bicycle industry and bicycle tourism can have on local economies, describes the need for bicycle facilities, discusses the cost effectiveness of investments, points out the benefits of bike facilities for business districts and neighborhoods, and identifies the cost savings associated with a mode shift from car to bicycle. The evidence demonstrates that investments in bicycle infrastructure make good economic sense as a cost effective way to enhance shopping districts and communities, generate tourism and support business.
Alberta Arts days
Visit this site for more information about Alberta Arts Days, a three-day celebration of Alberta's arts and culture. On September 18-20, 2009, communities across Alberta will be humming with creative energy. From classrooms to concert halls, from libraries to choir lofts and sidewalks to studios, Albertans everywhere will bring the very spirit of Alberta to life.
Visit this site for more information about Alberta Arts Days, a three-day celebration of Alberta's arts and culture. On September 18-20, 2009, communities across Alberta will be humming with creative energy. From classrooms to concert halls, from libraries to choir lofts and sidewalks to studios, Albertans everywhere will bring the very spirit of Alberta to life.
How to Start a Book Club
A book club can be a great way to build community. This publication from the Alberta's Writers Guild provides excellent step by step advice on how to start one.
A book club can be a great way to build community. This publication from the Alberta's Writers Guild provides excellent step by step advice on how to start one.
Youth Volunteers
This manual entitled “Youth Volunteers at Your Library” was brought into being by the Canadian Volunteerism Initiative (CVI). to explore public libraries as they shift their culture to meaningfully engage young people as volunteers. While developed for libraries it has a solid reosurce for organizations interested in learning the benefits and challenges of youth inclusion and as a guide for how to actively explore the process of including youth as volunteers.
This manual entitled “Youth Volunteers at Your Library” was brought into being by the Canadian Volunteerism Initiative (CVI). to explore public libraries as they shift their culture to meaningfully engage young people as volunteers. While developed for libraries it has a solid reosurce for organizations interested in learning the benefits and challenges of youth inclusion and as a guide for how to actively explore the process of including youth as volunteers.
What is Social Media?
While there's a bit of shock value with the language used in this powerpoint, it is an excellent summary of why social media is a force that simply cannot be ignored!
While there's a bit of shock value with the language used in this powerpoint, it is an excellent summary of why social media is a force that simply cannot be ignored!
Weave the People - Threading Healthy Communities
This Arizona based initiative provides insight into the complex relationships, underlying causes and potential consequences of a host of health-related issues. This user-friendly community conversation (they clearly state that it is not a report) provides learnings based on the three central threads of their community building efforts: 1. Communities as place 2. Convening and Facilitating Communities of Practice and 3. Providing technical assistance to teams of nonprofit organizations that seek to increase their capacity and effectiveness. It is an amalgamation of expert thinking, local knowledge, history and stories applied to health within the shifting context of today's community.
This Arizona based initiative provides insight into the complex relationships, underlying causes and potential consequences of a host of health-related issues. This user-friendly community conversation (they clearly state that it is not a report) provides learnings based on the three central threads of their community building efforts: 1. Communities as place 2. Convening and Facilitating Communities of Practice and 3. Providing technical assistance to teams of nonprofit organizations that seek to increase their capacity and effectiveness. It is an amalgamation of expert thinking, local knowledge, history and stories applied to health within the shifting context of today's community.
Healthy Choices Facility Toolkit
This Toolkit was designed to inform, inspire and guide the user through the steps to becoming a Healthy Choices Facility. It provides easy-to use, step-by-step support and tools for navigating the three phases involved: Planning, Implementation and Evaluation.
This Toolkit was designed to inform, inspire and guide the user through the steps to becoming a Healthy Choices Facility. It provides easy-to use, step-by-step support and tools for navigating the three phases involved: Planning, Implementation and Evaluation.
Community Development Program, Building Rural and Northern Partnerships
The Community Development Program, Building Rural and Northern Partnerships is a program which offers funding to assist rural and northern regions to get information, and access/develop the expertise, tools and processes they need to: - Respond to rural/northern challenges and opportunities; and - Become more competitive by collaborating regionally, building on their local assets and developing unused potential. The objective of the program is to support stakeholders in the development of collaborative activities which engage communities and develop and transfer knowledge to address one or more of the rural/northern priorities. All projects submitted must address one or more rural or northern priorities: 1. Enhancing the competitiveness of rural and northern regions; 2. Fostering the transformation of local ideas and untapped assets into sustainable innovative economic activities; and 3. Facilitating the development of new economic opportunities from existing natural and cultural amenities.
The Community Development Program, Building Rural and Northern Partnerships is a program which offers funding to assist rural and northern regions to get information, and access/develop the expertise, tools and processes they need to: - Respond to rural/northern challenges and opportunities; and - Become more competitive by collaborating regionally, building on their local assets and developing unused potential. The objective of the program is to support stakeholders in the development of collaborative activities which engage communities and develop and transfer knowledge to address one or more of the rural/northern priorities. All projects submitted must address one or more rural or northern priorities: 1. Enhancing the competitiveness of rural and northern regions; 2. Fostering the transformation of local ideas and untapped assets into sustainable innovative economic activities; and 3. Facilitating the development of new economic opportunities from existing natural and cultural amenities.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
/EN/Pages/default.rss Strong communities include strong kids. We believe all kids should have the chance to run, skate, play, and grow. Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a community-based charitable program that helps kids in financial need aged 4-18 participate in organized sports and recreation such as hockey, dance, soccer and swimming so they can develop important life skills, self esteem and confidence. National in scope but local in focus, Canadian Tire Jumpstart delivers support to children through a Canada-wide network of local chapters, made up of a variety of community leaders committed to helping kids get active, such as Big Brothers and Big Sisters Canada, YMCA, and Parks and Recreation. These community partners are joined by Canadian Tire Dealers and Petroleum Agents, and together the chapters identify children in financial need who would benefit from the program. To date, there are 279 Canadian Tire Jumpstart chapters in communities across the country. Since its launch in February 2005, Canadian Tire Jumpstart has helped give more than 151,000 kids in financial need the chance to play.
/EN/Pages/default.rss Strong communities include strong kids. We believe all kids should have the chance to run, skate, play, and grow. Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a community-based charitable program that helps kids in financial need aged 4-18 participate in organized sports and recreation such as hockey, dance, soccer and swimming so they can develop important life skills, self esteem and confidence. National in scope but local in focus, Canadian Tire Jumpstart delivers support to children through a Canada-wide network of local chapters, made up of a variety of community leaders committed to helping kids get active, such as Big Brothers and Big Sisters Canada, YMCA, and Parks and Recreation. These community partners are joined by Canadian Tire Dealers and Petroleum Agents, and together the chapters identify children in financial need who would benefit from the program. To date, there are 279 Canadian Tire Jumpstart chapters in communities across the country. Since its launch in February 2005, Canadian Tire Jumpstart has helped give more than 151,000 kids in financial need the chance to play.
Storytelling for Community Engagement
A fascinating powerpoint (with audio) that shows how Shawn Callahan is bringing storytelling into corporate settings. It includes a demonstration of a practical technique that can be used for jumpstarting stories in a group setting.
A fascinating powerpoint (with audio) that shows how Shawn Callahan is bringing storytelling into corporate settings. It includes a demonstration of a practical technique that can be used for jumpstarting stories in a group setting.
World Leisure Congress Québec 2008
The "Conseil québécois du loisir" and the City of Quebec hosted the World Leisure Congress Québec 2008 on Monday, October 6th to Friday, October 10, 2008. This website provides a wealth of knowledge on a vast array of topics from presenters around the world.
The "Conseil québécois du loisir" and the City of Quebec hosted the World Leisure Congress Québec 2008 on Monday, October 6th to Friday, October 10, 2008. This website provides a wealth of knowledge on a vast array of topics from presenters around the world.
Steps to Successful Community-led Service Provision in Rural Areas
Published: March 2009 This practical report takes an in-depth look into community-led service provision in rural areas. It concludes a three year action research project by Carnegie partners, Atlantis Leisure. Based on their experience of running an extremely successful community enterprise, the study examines the background of Atlantis leisure as well as three other case studies- Shannon Swimming and Leisure Centre, Chipping and District Memorial Hall and Kilwinning Sports Club. It focuses on what makes these organisations successful and on how it can be made easier for other community organisations to positively impact in the provision and delivery of sustainable facilities and services in rural areas.
Published: March 2009 This practical report takes an in-depth look into community-led service provision in rural areas. It concludes a three year action research project by Carnegie partners, Atlantis Leisure. Based on their experience of running an extremely successful community enterprise, the study examines the background of Atlantis leisure as well as three other case studies- Shannon Swimming and Leisure Centre, Chipping and District Memorial Hall and Kilwinning Sports Club. It focuses on what makes these organisations successful and on how it can be made easier for other community organisations to positively impact in the provision and delivery of sustainable facilities and services in rural areas.
Healthy Eating, Active Communities
Roadmap to Improving Food and Physical Activity Environments Tips and Tools from the Healthy Eating, Active Communities Program This guide is designed to help coalitions working to build healthier communities, where people have access to healthy foods, and where being physically active can become a way of life for everyone. It is for coalition leaders and members that are new to this work, as well as those who are applying their experience to a new arena or are working with new partners. Though there are many ways to make change happen in communities, there are a number of steps that many successful projects have in common. The Roadmap explains these steps, and applies them to working to improve food and physical activity environments in five sectors. It also helps coalitions find some of the many tools and materials that are becoming available to support this work, without becoming overwhelmed by the very process of choosing tools.
Roadmap to Improving Food and Physical Activity Environments Tips and Tools from the Healthy Eating, Active Communities Program This guide is designed to help coalitions working to build healthier communities, where people have access to healthy foods, and where being physically active can become a way of life for everyone. It is for coalition leaders and members that are new to this work, as well as those who are applying their experience to a new arena or are working with new partners. Though there are many ways to make change happen in communities, there are a number of steps that many successful projects have in common. The Roadmap explains these steps, and applies them to working to improve food and physical activity environments in five sectors. It also helps coalitions find some of the many tools and materials that are becoming available to support this work, without becoming overwhelmed by the very process of choosing tools.
Building a Healthier Alberta
Healthy Alberta Communities is a 5-year project of the Centre for Health Promotion Studies, in the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta. The project, funded by Alberta Health and Wellness, has developed a made-in-Alberta model that can be used to create environments that promote and support healthy choices. This document is a summary report and community specific reports for each of the four project communities – Bonnyville, St. Paul, Medicine Hat and area, and Norwood/North Central Edmonton The Healthy Alberta Communities project. Exciting changes are being seen in all four project communities.
Healthy Alberta Communities is a 5-year project of the Centre for Health Promotion Studies, in the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta. The project, funded by Alberta Health and Wellness, has developed a made-in-Alberta model that can be used to create environments that promote and support healthy choices. This document is a summary report and community specific reports for each of the four project communities – Bonnyville, St. Paul, Medicine Hat and area, and Norwood/North Central Edmonton The Healthy Alberta Communities project. Exciting changes are being seen in all four project communities.
CPRN - Pathways for Métis and First Nation Youth: The Lessons of Wood Buffalo, Alberta
Addressing social and economic inequities for Métis and First Nations youth has been a long-standing public policy objective by Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial governments. There is recognition that success has been varied and somewhat limited. Pathways for First Nation and Métis Youth in the Oil Sands examines the political, social, and economic influences on First Nation and Métis youths’ attitudes toward further learning and higher levels of education as well as the institutional and policy structures that support or hinder their ability to find pathways to sustained employment with decent pay, good working conditions, and career potential.
Addressing social and economic inequities for Métis and First Nations youth has been a long-standing public policy objective by Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial governments. There is recognition that success has been varied and somewhat limited. Pathways for First Nation and Métis Youth in the Oil Sands examines the political, social, and economic influences on First Nation and Métis youths’ attitudes toward further learning and higher levels of education as well as the institutional and policy structures that support or hinder their ability to find pathways to sustained employment with decent pay, good working conditions, and career potential.
Alberta Community Economic Development
This Tool Kit created by Canadian Community Economic Development (CCED) provides a number of tools and resources for developing and implementing a Community Economic Development (CED) program.
This Tool Kit created by Canadian Community Economic Development (CCED) provides a number of tools and resources for developing and implementing a Community Economic Development (CED) program.
Youth Summit Charts Future: Making Newfoundland and Labrador a Province of Choice for Young People
Out migration of youth is a key challenge for many small towns. Newfoundland has been particularly hard hit. On November 14 and 15, 2008, about 140 young people attended a provincial Youth Summit in St. John's, NL, to identify common values and actions to make Newfoundland and Labrador their province of choice to live in and work. CPRN organized the Summit for the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador as part of an engagement with young people in the province to support the development of its Youth Retention and Attraction Strategy. Premier Danny Williams announced the youth engagement in June 2008. The Summit was preceded in September and October by a deliberative dialogue that identified a set of values and actions to guide the province and its business and community leaders to retain and attract young people. In total, 484 young people aged 18 to 30, from across Newfoundland and Labrador, participated in 13 sessions in 10 provincial centres and in Fort McMurray, Alberta and Ottawa, Ontario, where large numbers of young Newfoundlanders and Labradorians have relocated. At the Summit, participants discussed their proposals with Premier Williams and 40 decision-makers from government, the community and private sector. Young people brought a passion and commitment to the province and its future and an understanding of the policy challenges involved to successfully retain and attract youth", said Dr. Sharon Manson Singer, CPRN President, "The action ideas they proposed provide important input to the development and implementation of the province's youth retention and attraction strategy and to make Newfoundland and Labrador a province of choice". This report summarizes what young people in Newfoundland and Labrador think is needed to retain and attract youth.
Out migration of youth is a key challenge for many small towns. Newfoundland has been particularly hard hit. On November 14 and 15, 2008, about 140 young people attended a provincial Youth Summit in St. John's, NL, to identify common values and actions to make Newfoundland and Labrador their province of choice to live in and work. CPRN organized the Summit for the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador as part of an engagement with young people in the province to support the development of its Youth Retention and Attraction Strategy. Premier Danny Williams announced the youth engagement in June 2008. The Summit was preceded in September and October by a deliberative dialogue that identified a set of values and actions to guide the province and its business and community leaders to retain and attract young people. In total, 484 young people aged 18 to 30, from across Newfoundland and Labrador, participated in 13 sessions in 10 provincial centres and in Fort McMurray, Alberta and Ottawa, Ontario, where large numbers of young Newfoundlanders and Labradorians have relocated. At the Summit, participants discussed their proposals with Premier Williams and 40 decision-makers from government, the community and private sector. Young people brought a passion and commitment to the province and its future and an understanding of the policy challenges involved to successfully retain and attract youth", said Dr. Sharon Manson Singer, CPRN President, "The action ideas they proposed provide important input to the development and implementation of the province's youth retention and attraction strategy and to make Newfoundland and Labrador a province of choice". This report summarizes what young people in Newfoundland and Labrador think is needed to retain and attract youth.
How to Build a Sustainable Rural Canada - One Vision, Many Voices
In July 2008, the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties (AAMDC) hosted a national symposium – Rural Matters! Forging Healthy Canadian Communities. The goal was to bring together delegates from across the nation to discuss important issues pertaining to rural Canada. Over the course of the symposium, eight rural sustainability workshops were held to help set key priorities for rural Canada to focus on in the years to come. Based on the common themes of these priorities and other discussions held during the symposium, seven recommendations were derived to be presented to governments and stakeholders on how to build a sustainable rural Canada.
In July 2008, the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties (AAMDC) hosted a national symposium – Rural Matters! Forging Healthy Canadian Communities. The goal was to bring together delegates from across the nation to discuss important issues pertaining to rural Canada. Over the course of the symposium, eight rural sustainability workshops were held to help set key priorities for rural Canada to focus on in the years to come. Based on the common themes of these priorities and other discussions held during the symposium, seven recommendations were derived to be presented to governments and stakeholders on how to build a sustainable rural Canada.
World Creativity and Innovation Week
April 15 - 21, 2009 World Creativity and Innovation Week is a celebration of the unlimited creative potential in all of us. Its goal is to raise awareness of the opportunity to unleash creativity from within: within ourselves, our families, our communities, our workplaces, our city, our country and our world. World Creativity and Innovation Week is celebrated in 106 communities across 46 countries worldwide April 15-21.
April 15 - 21, 2009 World Creativity and Innovation Week is a celebration of the unlimited creative potential in all of us. Its goal is to raise awareness of the opportunity to unleash creativity from within: within ourselves, our families, our communities, our workplaces, our city, our country and our world. World Creativity and Innovation Week is celebrated in 106 communities across 46 countries worldwide April 15-21.
An Innovative Model for Collaborative Creative Space
The Hub Halifax sells time with flexible memberships that operate like a cell phone plan. Pay for what you need. Use the Hub as your office, to host a meeting or work on a project. It is a place to scale up, change gears, take risks, make mistakes, and bump into people. Our core product is flexible membership in a shared space you can call your own. Based on a model from London, UK - The hub is a place for creative collisions.
The Hub Halifax sells time with flexible memberships that operate like a cell phone plan. Pay for what you need. Use the Hub as your office, to host a meeting or work on a project. It is a place to scale up, change gears, take risks, make mistakes, and bump into people. Our core product is flexible membership in a shared space you can call your own. Based on a model from London, UK - The hub is a place for creative collisions.
Concrete measures to upgrade National Historic Sites of Canada
The government of Canada announced it is renewing the National Historic Sites of Canada Cost-Sharing Program. The decision follows the commitment in Canada's Economic Action Plan 2009 to upgrade national historic sites as a means of stimulating growth in the tourism sector. The Cost-Sharing Program includes a budget of $20 million provided in part by Canada's Economic Action Plan.
The government of Canada announced it is renewing the National Historic Sites of Canada Cost-Sharing Program. The decision follows the commitment in Canada's Economic Action Plan 2009 to upgrade national historic sites as a means of stimulating growth in the tourism sector. The Cost-Sharing Program includes a budget of $20 million provided in part by Canada's Economic Action Plan.
