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Welcome to Ontario Nonprofit Network (ONN)
ONN is an independent provincial network for Ontario’s 58,000 nonprofits and charities, focused on policy, advocacy and services to strengthen Ontario’s nonprofit sector as a key pillar of our society and economy. ONN’s mission is to connect, strengthen, and advocate with and for Ontario’s nonprofit sector.
There are many ways to be involved in the network, from engaging with us on social media and attending our public events, to participating in our annual state of the sector survey that contributes to meaningful open data for Ontario’s nonprofits. You can also join ONN’s member and supporter community, which provides us with the support to stay independent, and continue our public policy advocacy on behalf of the sector.
Ways to connect with ONN
Follow ONN
If you are new to ONN, make sure you are subscribed to our email newsletter, and follow us on our channels:
- ONN electronic communications list, including our newsletter
- Threads
- Bluesky
Attend an event
We’d love to see you at one of our events! We host regular Nonprofit Driven (NPD) Regional Connects events, webinars, policy summits, and other events. Members enjoy free or discounted rates.
NPD Regional Connects is the place to be for Ontario nonprofit organizations. This is ONN’s traveling event series that brings together nonprofits, charities, and community groups across the province to connect over pressing topics and collective issues.
Follow ONN on Eventbrite to be alerted of new events!
Dive into ONN resources
ONN’s publications and policy agenda provide in-depth analysis and expertise on important issues affecting Ontario nonprofits.
Decent Work Pathways and the Reimagining Governance Lab provide a range of free governance and HR resources and tools.
Sustain the network with ONN membership and supportership
Our public policy research and advocacy work would not be possible without our members and supporters. ONN membership and supportership are open to those who support our mission, vision, and values, including our equity commitments, and want to help sustain our independent public policy advocacy work.
ONN membership, including member services, are open to nonprofits, charities, and community groups.
Members are eligible for:
- Free and unlimited postings on Connect Nonprofit Jobs.
- Discounts to ONN events, such as Nonprofit Driven Regional Connects, Nonprofit Law Ontario webinars, and specialized workshops.
- Access to the Employee Benefits Program, provided through Cowan.
- Voting rights at ONN’s Annual General Meeting.
ONN supportership is for individuals, volunteers, and corporate and government friends of the sector. Supporters also enjoy a range of benefits, including event discounts and special rates from service providers. From time-to-time, supporters may receive invitations to ONN special events.
Not sure if membership or supportership is right for you? Connect with our Director of Network Engagement to ask questions or have an exploratory conversation by emailing erin@theonn.ca.
ONN Connectors program
ONN Connectors are organizations, corporations and individuals that believe in building a strong and resilient nonprofit sector in Ontario. Their significant financial support helps to ensure there is an independent convener of voices to advocate on the issues that impact public benefit nonprofits and charities in Ontario.
Our governance
ONN works alongside our Board of Directors, Policy Committee, and Finance & Audit Committee to help shape our work and priorities. Opportunities to join our board and committees are shared through our various communications channels.
Promote your services with ONN’s network
If you are a business looking to share your services and products with ONN’s network, please contact our Communications and Development Manager to learn more about our fee for service program: kavita@theonn.ca. We offer paid partnership opportunities to share more about your work through our e-bulletin newsletter, social channels, resource page, webinars and blogs. Funds raised through our fee for service offerings support ONN’s mission and vision.
