Two Graphic Designer Join Capacity Canada Team from Conestoga College
Exciting news! Malu Rocha and Theo Johannes, two talented graphic design students, are now part of Capacity Canada for a month. They will collaborate with Matt Miller (Executive in Residence) and Alison Beveridge (Director of Public Relations) on designing our annual report, video updates, and illustrative work. A dedicated designer, Malu aims to incorporate her […]
2024 Kitchener-Waterloo Citizen of the Year!
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Growing Social Good – Recognizing Cathy Brothers as the Next Citizen of the Year March 26, 2024 – KITCHENER – Cathy Brothers will be recognized as the 64th Kitchener-Waterloo Citizen of the Year on May 30th. Described as a “leader of leaders,” she displays an impressive array of roles and accomplishments across […]
Ahead of the threat curve: Cybersecurity governance
Attendees of Capacity Canada’s Board Governance BootCamp 2023 had a unique opportunity to hear from Eldon Sprickerhoff, a founder & strategic advisor for eSentire, a global leader in Managed Detection and Response (MDR). Eldon’s comprehensive talk began with an update on the current landscape of common cyber threats. A surprising perspective was how easy it […]
Cassie Campbell speaks on effective board governance
Cassie Campbell-Pascall, a celebrated Olympic gold-winning hockey player turned renowned broadcaster for Sportsnet and ESPN, was one of the keynote speakers at Capacity Canada’s Board Governance BootCamp this year. A trailblazer for women in sports, Cassie was Canada’s longest-serving captain in the history of the Canadian National Women’s Team! Last year, Cassie joined the board […]
Board Governance BootCamp prepares non-profit leaders for success!
The backbone of any successful organization, especially in the non-profit sector, lies in the strength and efficacy of its board. Every year, numerous individuals commit their skills and time to steer non-profit organizations toward a better future by serving as board members. However, the effectiveness of these boards hinges on the preparedness and training of […]
Governance BootCamp: Understanding your non-profit’s finances
In the world of non-profit organizations, understanding financial intricacies is pivotal for effective governance. Ameer Abdullah, a partner at EY specializing in tax planning and compliance, brought his wealth of expertise to Capacity Canada’s Governance BootCamp as a speaker, delving into the fundamental aspects of financial planning for non-profits. The first session covered the basics […]
Board Governance BootCamp: Fundraising in the non-profit world
This year, Capacity Canada hosted two pre-BootCamp workshops. Founder and CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) of KEA Canada, Kathy Arney, hosted the highly anticipated workshop – Elevate your Impact: Non-profit Board Members Fundraising. “I want every participant to understand fund development and be able to make a difference. That’s how you empower an organization to maximize […]
Studio 180 Theatre: Provoking Thought, Catalyzing Change
Studio 180 Theatre: Provoking Thought, Catalyzing Change Nestled in the vibrant artistic city of Toronto, Studio 180 Theatre was founded with a mission to engage, provoke, and entertain. This non-profit organization transcends the traditional confines of theatre, venturing boldly into the realm of societal introspection and transformation. At the heart of their vision lies a […]
Tender Loving Daycare: Transforming Childcare and Community in Cambridge
Families with young children must often make a difficult choice between spending a significant portion of their income on childcare, finding a cheaper but potentially lower-quality care option, or leaving the workforce altogether to become full-time caregivers. High cost and limited availability are some challenges that systematically drive parents out of the workforce. And it’s […]
Transformative Impact of Gen Z on Boards
Despite comprising 22% of Waterloo Region’s population, young individuals are notably underrepresented on various Boards. Statistics Canada reveals a stark contrast: while 65.8% of local non-profit organizations cater to youth, the median age of board members typically ranges between 50 and 54. The Gen Z on Boards project, funded by the Astley Family Foundation, aims […]
