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Oct 2019Achieving efficiencies while maintaining control
Non-profit organizations in Ontario are grappling with a new and very different operating environment these days. This new environment is expected to result in drastic structural changes to Ontario’s non-profit sector – pushing for consolidation amongst similar-interest organizations specifically. Many Ontario non-profit organizations are concerned about the impact of the widespread cuts and program restructuring to their identity, autonomy as well as the communities they...
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Oct 2019Minimize and manage your risks
Running a nonprofit is complex, but managing your risk through insurance doesn’t have to be. From a Board Director’s liability to fundraising events, nonprofit organizations and stakeholders are exposed to unique risks. Directors & Officers Liability Insurance is one solution to help minimize these risks. Nonprofit Directors and Officers Liability Insurance, also known as D & O Coverage, helps cover the cost of damages and...
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Sep 2019Supporting emerging leaders through decent work
Nonprofits play the long game when it comes to achieving their mission. They work hard to build relationships with funders and stakeholders, and to establish roots in the communities they serve. Success also requires sustaining a work culture that attracts, supports, and retains young workers to ensure the stability of the sector for years to come. At ONN, we believe that decent work practices play...
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Sep 2019A new era for nonprofits’ and charities’ advocacy and engagement
By John Beebe and Kallee Lins Imagine Canada has created the Election Hub to inspire sector advocacy and participation in the upcoming federal election. The post below, co-written by Imagine Canada and Ryerson University’s Democratic Engagement Exchange, argues that charities’ engagement in the electoral process is fundamental to furthering the causes we work on and building a robust democracy. You can view the original on...
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Aug 2019Five reasons why your nonprofit needs a professional procurement policy
By David Rourke, Round Table Procurement Services From the Board of Directors to funders to community members they serve, nonprofits have a long list of stakeholders to take into consideration when determining how money is spent and how suppliers are chosen. Establishing and enforcing policy to govern the way a nonprofit buys goods and services, also known as a procurement policy, can help nonprofits ensure...
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Jul 2019Bracing for the budget impact
By Terrance S. Carter, Barry W. Kwasniewski and Ryan M. Prendergast, Carters Professional Corporation Ontario’s 2019 budget may affect many nonprofit and charitable organizations across the province. Organizations expecting changes in their provincial funding arrangements need to know their specific rights and responsibilities. Nonprofit boards of directors and leadership need to take a clear-headed and informed approach to resolve fiscal challenges. Proper planning and preparation...
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Jun 2019Going beyond grants: Alternative financing for your cash flow crunch
By Rebecca Waterhouse and Beth Coates, Canadian Alternative Investment Foundation (CAIF) Getting the credit you deserve as a nonprofit is not easy. Nonprofits have a hard time accessing the same financial tools that for-profit businesses routinely rely on to manage and scale operations. In 2019, the need for funds to stabilize cash flow is real; fundraising is increasingly precarious, grant funding can be piecemeal, and...
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May 2019Stronger together: Collective advocacy in changing times
By Cathy Taylor This is a disconcerting and uncertain time for the public benefit sector in Ontario. A change of government brings about changes that affect the environment in which our sector operates. From legislative and policy changes that affect our operations, like the nonprofit labour force and our financing, as well as changes impacting issues our sector cares deeply about: climate change, the arts,...
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Apr 2019Building equity and community impact through social procurement: Reflections on the 2019 Buy Social Canada Summit
By Teshini Harrison This past February, I had the opportunity to attend Buy Social Canada’s annual summit. Billed as the event for “ exploring the rapidly emerging and expanding field of social procurement,” I found it insightful and informative. It offered a great opportunity to see a wide range of purchasers from across the country and from all sectors, including government, corporations, and anchor institutions...
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Feb 2019Network Weaving 101: What your network role says about you
By: John Saunders One key strength to network building is that anyone can do it. In fact, most of us are already weavers to different extents, even if (like me) you might feel you still have a lot to learn. Everyone can develop leadership capacities and play a vital role in network development and growth. And as the leadership capacities of members grow, so too...
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