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November 2023 Edition
DON’T MISS OUT!
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your board governance skills! Our Annual Board Governance BootCamp is still accepting registrations, and we want you to be a part of it.
If you haven’t already registered, do so before it’s too late! Applications for Capacity Canada’s highly anticipated annual Board Governance BootCamp are now open. This year, the BootCamp will be held on November 28th, 29th and 30th, 2023 at the Bingemans Conference Centre in Kitchener.
What’s exciting? We have Olympic gold-winning Hockey player and Broadcaster for Sportsnet and ESPN Cassie Campbell-Pascall, Steven Woods, who is partner and CTO at Inovia and Eldon Sprickerhoff, Founder and Strategic Advisor, as some of our keynote speakers!
You will also have the flexibility to choose a governance track for the entire three-day BootCamp! Limited spots are available – register today on our website.
Only 8 days left to register!
CD4SG Concludes Successfully
Every year, Capacity Canada invites non-profit organizations from across Canada to apply to participate in Creative Day For Social Good (CD4SG).
Around 100 students pursuing Public Relations and Graphic Design from Conestoga College team up with industry professionals to create free-of-cost marketing tools for participating charitable non-profits. This year, the two-day design marathon was hosted at Google’s office!
The annual event, in partnership with Intertek Catalyst, Conestoga College, Manulife, HIM&HER, and the creative community, is an excellent opportunity for organizations with small to no marketing budgets to receive valuable design and marketing tools for no cost. It has enabled charitable non-profits to access professional resources to build their brand and have a more significant social impact. Together, the teams produced more than $100,000 of pro bono work!
Want to learn more about CD4SG or participate next year? Visit our website!
Positive Living Niagara: CD4SG helps remove barriers to essential services
Positive Living Niagara is a dedicated non-profit organization focused on enhancing the well-being and quality of life for individuals affected by HIV, HCV, STBBIs, substance use, and related health issues in the Niagara region. The staff at the organization had been buzzing with anticipation. The source of this excitement was the opportunity to collaborate with talented students who were determined to help break the barriers limiting their online presence and outreach.
“The creative brief they had provided showed a deep understanding of the organization’s mission and vision, which translated into well-structured projects aimed at showcasing these values,” stated Keegan Langelaan, Positive Living Niagara.
The team of students at CD4SG created a new website for the organization to make their services accessible to everyone.
Learn More!
Parents For Community Living KW gets a brand refresh
Parents For Community Living KW (PCL), a non-profit organization based in the heart of Kitchener-Waterloo, has been on a mission to support and uplift individuals within their diverse community. Their journey took an impactful turn when they participated in Capacity Canada’s Creative Day for Social Good (CD4SG) program.
“We had long yearned for a brand refresh, and witnessing the transformative impact of CD4SG on local organizations around us fueled our excitement to be part of this program,” said Katherine Loveys, Chief Executive Officer, PCL.
Learn About Their Experience with CD4SG
Changing the world: Diverse youth come together for Gen Z on Boards Project
With the GenZ on Boards project, funded by the Astley Family Foundation, Capacity Canada is empowering 15 diverse youth aged 18-25 with essential governance skills and training, enabling them to approach non-profit board governance challenges with a youth-centered perspective. Read about our recent participants and their journeys.
Stepping into the world of board governance
Allen Mathew Joseph, a recent graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala, India, was on an exciting journey in Kitchener, Ontario. Allen’s exciting story began when he learned about the Gen Z on Boards program, a unique initiative by Capacity Canada that aims to engage young individuals in board governance and non-profit organizations.
Read about his work here!
Empowering youth with financial and business literacy
With a background in accounting and finance, Ben Van Wart is on a mission to leverage his skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact on his community. Born and raised in Mississauga, Ben’s journey has been shaped by his passion for business and a deep commitment to giving back.
Learn about his new endeavours and impactful work here.
Second Design Collective cohort launched on November 10
The Calgary cohort of Capacity Canada’s Design Collective Program was launched on November 10th last week. This nine-month professional development program is offered to non-profit organizations at no cost because of the generous support of Suncor Energy Foundation.
This year, the four participating organizations are Calgary Climate Hub, Parent’s Survival Resource & Connection Society, Accessible Housing and The Marriage Advocate.
The four organizations will complete the course in December, followed by the development of their applied projects by early next year.
The first cohort of Capacity Canada’s Design Collective, which started in June this year, completed the course in October. The participants are well on their way to delivering their applied projects. Follow this space to learn more about their deliverables.
Want to learn about Design Collective and how it’s changing the world? Read more here.
Modern Board Advanced Course – Registration Opens Soon!
Serving on a board is both a privilege and a responsibility, but often, it isn’t easy to understand where to start and how to become a good board member. Capacity Canada’s Modern Board program equips board directors with the credentials they need to demonstrate their abilities to stakeholders in a concrete way. A great starting place for anyone who has not previously been part of a board, the program is a unique and credible two-course online training module. Furthermore, Modern Board is widely acclaimed by the many seasoned and experienced board members who have taken the course.
Learn more about Capacity Canada’s Advanced Board Governance course that begins in January 2024!
The foundation course Modern Board Essentials will be offered again in the Spring of 2024.
As a professional seeking to enhance your skills, we would like to inform you that this year’s course will include a new section on inclusive governance. In a world that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, this section will equip you with the knowledge needed to navigate these important issues. We encourage you to mark your calendar and register promptly to secure your place in this valuable course.
Learn More!
Effective Board Support for Executive Assistants
Capacity Canada presents: Effective Board Support for Executive Assistants. The workshop is being lead by Board Governance expert, Marion Thomson Howell with Andrew Jardine, Chief Financial Officer of the Roman Catholic Diocese of London, and Catherine Heal, Manager, Governance and Corporate Projects, Grand River Hospital.
This two session online workshop is being held on the following dates:
- Tuesday, January 16, 2024 – 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET
- Tuesday, January 18, 2024 – 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET
You will learn the following:
- Governance basics that board assistants need to know
- Meetings – preparation, organization, minutes
- Ways in which board assistants can be a valuable resource to the board
- Learn more about regulatory requirements and governing documents
We will share information and best practices, facilitate discussions with our experts, engage you through polls, and group discussions in breakout rooms.
Course fee is $300 for both sessions. Class is limited to 30 people.
Learn More & Register Today!
Save The Date!
Join us in spreading the spirit of giving this GivingTuesday on November 28th, 2023, by supporting Capacity Canada. Your generosity and kindness will empower individuals and nonprofit leaders to reach their full potential. Let’s make this year’s GivingTuesday a memorable one by making a significant impact in the lives of many. We are filled with gratitude for your support, and we thank you for helping communities thrive.
Support Capacity Canada
Each year, we help non-profits from all across Canada with Board Governance training. We are always grateful for our non-profit partners, community leaders, and their support. We are also grateful for the ongoing generous support of Suncor Energy Foundation and the Lyle S. Hallman Foundation. Your financial support will help Capacity Canada bring together the ideas, people, and resources that fuel social innovation.
Donate Today!
