Ideas

“Be comfortable with the messiness”: how one charity built a cybersecurity policy alongside its frontline workers

Why It Matters

Frontline staff are increasingly using social media and smartphones in their work with communities — particularly while on the move. Co-creating a cybersecurity policy with communities can reduce or remove the need for technical experts, as well as making cybersecurity everybody’s responsibility in an organization.

Tax credits could solve funding issues for Alberta’s non-profit sector: Danielle Smith

Why It Matters

Voting is an important vehicle for social change. Giving non-profits the best information about party platforms helps voters make informed decisions.

Come for the heat pump, stay for the (climate justice) revolution? A bold bet on a new kind of advocacy-focused business model

Why It Matters

In Canada, many advocacy organizations struggle to raise the funds and grow their base to the scale where they can affect lasting policy change. Could it be because of a flaw in the traditional advocacy business model?

Community iftars during Ramadan help these teams connect and get their message across

Why It Matters

Ramadan is a very meaningful time for many Muslims, when charity and community are top-of-mind. Hosting a community iftar is a chance for social purpose organizations to connect with Muslim community members they may not otherwise have connections with.

Newcomers are critical to strengthening and growing Canada’s volunteer ecosystem. Here are four common barriers and how to make newcomers feel welcome.

Why It Matters

Two-thirds of volunteer-served organizations do not have enough volunteers to operate effectively, and volunteerism can help newcomers build a sense of community in Canada.