Image: Blind patrons among the audience enjoying audio described performance of Bethune at Factory Theatre Over the last year, ONN has been sharing accessibility resources from across Ontario through the EnAbling Nonprofits project. Sharing knowledge and putting accessible practices in place doesn’t just help us comply with accessibility laws, it strengthens our relationships with other nonprofits […]
Join us to gain practical tips on how to fill out the AODA compliance report and how to improve your digital accessibility. Did you know that under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), nonprofits are required to regularly report on their progress in becoming compliant with the legislation, and its regulation? The upcoming deadline for […]
Decent Work Resources Why decent work? Case for support Q&A doc Pathway one: Challenging white supremacy in the nonprofit sector Dismantling White Supremacy in Nonprofits: a starting point. How White People Conquered the Nonprofit Industry – Non Profit News Building an Embodied Anti-Racist Practice — Embracing Equity Interrupting Bias- Calling In and Out with Care […]
Supporting a culture of accessibility Many nonprofit organizations serve and engage with vulnerable populations, so it’s no surprise that accessibility – in all its definitions – is of high importance to the sector. The resources below can help you understand the practices to make your organization accessible to people of all ages and abilities and […]
Here’s something that we know for sure: the nonprofit sector is a leader in advocating for diverse communities. In 2006, DANI (Developing and Nurturing Independence) was created on this premise. Championed by parents of children with disabilities, DANI started as a parent to parent advocacy group and became an incorporated, non-for-profit organization. The organization creates […]
The nonprofit sector is positioned to champion accessibility. Many organizations work with persons with disabilities as part of their core mandate, and most nonprofits consider how their work contributes to inclusive communities. As a part of our EnAbling Nonprofits initiative, ONN is highlighting nonprofits that not only meet their accessibility compliance requirements, but go above-and-beyond […]
This blog was contributed by Blackbaud as part of an ongoing partnership with ONN. The annual Status of Canadian Fundraising Report is back for the fourth year, shedding light on the evolving fundraising landscape in Canada. In an era marked by economic pressures and rapid technological advancement, the report outlines how nonprofit organizations are navigating […]
An active and engaged membership is a pipeline for donors, volunteers, board members, community champions, and more. However, many nonprofits struggle to gather the minimum number of voting members required to hold an official members’ meeting, including an AGM. This minimum number is called quorum. Nonprofits incorporated under Ontario’s Not-for-Profit Corporations Act or the Canada […]
This blog was contributed by Microsoft as part of an ongoing partnership with ONN. The true potential of AI is most evident when deployed in vulnerable communities – connecting refugees with necessary services, protecting farmers from the effects of climate change, and finding the right foster families for kids in need. The ability to scale […]
Join us to dream big and collaborate on how we can shape the future of our sector together. About this event We are so excited to invite you back to Nonprofit Driven on May 14-15, 2024 at the Toronto Reference Library, and look forward to connecting with you! As nonprofits continue to face daunting challenges and navigate […]
Recently, I met up with a friend of mine at her pottery studio. She is an emerging ceramics artist, and has a full time job as an engineer. The studio is located inside a local nonprofit that provides affordable studio space and equipment to local artists, organizes exhibitions, sales and networking events, and offers free […]
Pathway eight Decent work and actioning equity A definitions guide that may be helpful as you move through this section. Decent work provides a framework to explore equitable working conditions from an employee and employer perspective, and how to embed equity based practices into work policies and culture. There is no final destination for organizations […]
Pathway five Decent scheduling Many programs in the nonprofit sector rely upon flexible and on-call scheduling to meet the needs of the people they serve. At the same time, the capacity of staff to plan their non-work activities, attend to personal and family needs, and attain a positive work-life balance depends on having reasonable ability […]
Pathway three Decent recruitment and hiring Hiring practices that are rooted in decent work shape workers’ experience of your organization. Many nonprofits are consistently seeking to align their hiring practices with their organizational values. Through the information below, we want to demonstrate that hiring, onboarding, and recruitment processes can align with your organization’s commitment to […]
State of Ontario’s nonprofit sector in 2022 From May – June 2022, ONN conducted a sector-wide survey with l’Assemblée de la Francophonie de l’Ontario (l’AFO) to gather critical data on the state of Ontario’s nonprofits regarding their financial health, staffing and volunteers, and general operations. Nearly 1,500 nonprofits, charities, and grassroots groups across the province […]
