Resource Library

The Bow Valley Non-Profits Resource Library offers an extensive list of valuable resources and links to relevant websites. The Resource Library is divided into categories, within each category there are subsections. The list below reflects the numerous resources available to non-profit organizations. If you take a look to see what’s available, you’ll know where to find resources next time you have a question or are looking for some direction.

The Resource Library provides links to resources and tools that local non-profit support contacts and organizations have shared, as well as new, relevant and useful additions.  To add a non-profit resource, website or tool to the library, or let us know what you think is missing, please contact us.

Looking for a meeting or event space for your local non-profit?

Hostelling International Hostel in Banff has a meeting room, which holds around 30 people, which they make accessible for local non-profits to use for free. If you’re involved with a local Bow Valley not-for-profit organization that could benefit from a space to hold meetings or other events please email the GM: [email protected].

General Non-Profit Resources

The websites listed below contain multiple categories of information and are considered particularly useful to non-profits. 

  • See our Contact page for local support contact information.
  • Town of Banff – Non-Profit Support
  • Alberta Nonprofit Network (ABNN) – Creates the space for big ideas and innovative solutions. Through engagement and collaboration, ABNN catalyzes a provincial network to address strategic issues and challenges. 
  • Integral Org – Calgary based, they assist nonprofits with their missions and help build capacity. They offer education and support in foundational areas like governance, legal compliance, financial management, strategic planning, change management, and risk management.
  • Government of Alberta – Board Development Program – Helps non-profit organizations improve the governance of their board through training, consultation and resources. Workshops, workbooks and information sheet topics.
  • Government of Alberta – Community Development Unit – Delivers sessions and workshops to help organizations strengthen their services.
  • The NonProfit Chamber [formerly Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CCVO)] – As a voice for nonprofits, the Nonprofit Chamber is committed to strengthening, supporting, and raising awareness of your work and challenges. Explore events, sector research, policy priorities, and programs
  • Nonprofits Vote – Dedicated to getting Alberta nonprofits on the political agenda (fully nonpartisan). The site has news, advocacy resources, and regular news updates.
  • Online Non-Profit Toolbox – COCo (coco-net.org)
  • Volunteer Alberta – Network stewardship and workforce development
  • ActionDignity – Facilitates the collective voice of Calgary’s ethnocultural communities, contact for a list of relevant groups
  • Tamarack Institute – Online tools, training, consulting and convening learning communities to get from theory to practise to impact.
  • Charity Central – Charity Central supports Canadian registered charities in understanding and complying with the requirements of the Income Tax Act in the areas of receipting, fundraising, record keeping, and accountability and transparency practices.
  • CharityVillage – A career resource for charitable and nonprofit organizations across Canada. They offer paid job postings and free volunteer & event listings as well as nonprofit & charitable sector resources and eLearning courses.
  • Help 4 Nonprofits – NonProfit Library
  • Canada Helps – Canadian tool for donating and fundraising online. Free all-in-one solution for all your giving needs. Blog articles and webinars.
  • Columbia Basin Trust Advisors Program – Resources for non-profits
  • Pillar Nonprofit Network – Support nonprofits, social enterprises and social innovators by sharing resources, exchanging knowledge and creating meaningful connections across the three pillars of nonprofit, business and government.
  • Imagine Canada – Programs and resources to strengthen charities, promote corporate giving, and support the charitable sector.
  • Community Foundations of Canada’s Learning Institute – Offers ongoing educational experiences and learning resources.

Useful E-letters

Sign-up to these Useful Non-Profit E-letters

Bow Valley Interagency E-letter

For community organizations and agencies throughout the Bow Valley to receive and share information on ‘social’ or ‘helping agency’ events, workshops and programs, as well as to keep members up to date on any changes to agency policies, offerings, staff changes or volunteer opportunities. To post in the e-letter, please email – [email protected]  (it is the same e-mail in order for people to register to receive the e-letter and be invited to meetings).

Become a Non-Profit / Legal

It’s ok to be an informal group but, you should still have group rules, financial discussions, etc.

 

Society vs Charity

Starting a Non-Profit / Legal

Social Enterprises

Business Model / Planning

General

Board Development

Meeting Facilitation / Decision Making

General

Board Rules

Board Policy

Reviewing Bylaws

Annual Board Timelines & Tasks

Succession Planning

Types of Boards

Communications

 

Plain Language

 

 

Translation Services

 

Over 60 languages are spoken in the Bow Valley. Although many locals speak English as an additional language, use of translation (writing) and interpretation (speech) is the best way to ensure information is understood.

 

The Bow Valley Immigration Partnership is a coalition of people and organizations working to build more welcoming, inclusive, and equitable communities in the Bow Valley. BVIP can provide referrals to translation and interpretation services as well as a list of target languages. For assistance or more information, please contact [email protected]

 

Communications Planning & Strategy

 

 

Elevator Speech

 

 

Social Media

 

 

Content Planning & Management

 

 

Emergency Planning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

Canmore Pride – Diversity, Equality & Inclusion and 2SLGTBQIA+ Training 

The DEI session generally touches on the Bow Valley Pride Network’s Best Practices for businesses, which I have attached to this email, and aims to equip businesses with the tools they need to create an inclusive working environment.  

$550 for two hours
Maximum 25 people
Contact: [email protected]

Bow Valley Chamber of Commerce – Cultural Awareness Training

Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2022 

This Half-Day Cultural Awareness Training session introduces the education elements related to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Call to Action #92.

Location: YWCA Banff – The Great Room – 102 Spray Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A6

Time: 8:30am-12:30pm
Fee: $100 (tax included)

  • Space is limited and registration is required
  • Parking is available in the public lot just down from the Banff Trading Post 
  • Light refreshments will be provided (Coffee, Tea, Pastries)

Anti-Racism

Bow Valley Anti-Racism Community of Practice: https://bvipartnership.com/community-of-practice

Intro to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Workplace Inclusion

Multiculturalism Focus

Indigenous Focus

Gender and Sexuality Focus

Disability Focus

Events

Planning an event in the Bow Valley?

Do you have event equipment to rent or lend out?  Get in Contact!

Financial Management / Grant Writing

Annual Returns/Reporting Responsibilities

Financial Statements/Balance Sheets

Financial Management

Grant Writing

Fundraising

Facebook Fundraising

Crowdfunding

Endowment Fund

 

 

HR Resources

Employee vs Contract

Board/Staff Relations & Roles

Interviewing

Payroll

Leadership/Staff Management/ Supervision

Giving Feedback/Performance Reviews

Conflict Resolution

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Create a Vision & Mission

Strategic Planning

Outcome Measurement/Evaluation

Technology

Volunteer Management

Recruitment

Recognition/Appreciation

Interviewing/Screening

Rules/Regulations

Training Opportunities
Funding Opportunities

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