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CharityVillage ConnectsPost-Election Wake-Up Call: What Canada’s New Federal Government Means for NonprofitsEpisode 31 – Post-Election Wake-Up Call: What Canada’s New Federal Government Means for NonprofitsIt’s been about three months now, since Canada elected its new government. What will this new federal government mean for Canada's nonprofit sector? What policy shifts can we anticipate? How will funding be affected? And what should nonprofit leaders be watching for, in the months ahead? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we speak with several nonprofit leaders and government relations experts to help us unpack what we might expect from our newly elected government and better understand what the nonpro...2025-07-151h 05CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Post-Election Wake-Up CallIt’s been about three months now, since Canada elected its new government. What will this new federal government mean for Canada's nonprofit sector? What policy shifts can we anticipate? How will funding be affected? And what should nonprofit leaders be watching for, in the months ahead? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we speak with several nonprofit leaders and government relations experts to help us unpack what we might expect from our newly elected government and better understand what the nonprofit sector can do to work with this government to serve the needs of Canadians.#po...2025-07-1402 minCharityVillage ConnectsShould Money Talk? Inequities in Funding and Influence in the Nonprofit SectorEpisode 30 – Should Money Talk? Inequities in Funding and Influence in the Nonprofit Sector They say money talks. Is this true for the nonprofit sector, where a relatively small number of large charities receive the lion’s share of available funding? Have well-funded charities dominated the public policy governing our sector, drowning out the voices of the vast majority of small charities and nonprofits across the country? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a closer look at the impact this inequitable power dynamic has on the sector, the problems it causes, and what can be done...2025-06-031h 29CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Episode 30 – Should Money Talk? Inequities in Funding and Influence in the Nonprofit SectorEpisode 30 – Should Money Talk? Inequities in Funding and Influence in the Nonprofit Sector They say money talks. Is this true for the nonprofit sector, where a relatively small number of large charities receive the lion’s share of available funding? Have well-funded charities dominated the public policy governing our sector, drowning out the voices of the vast majority of small charities and nonprofits across the country? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a closer look at the impact this inequitable power dynamic has on the sector, the problems it causes, and what can be done about...2025-05-3002 minCharityVillage ConnectsGrowing Pains: How Canada’s Population Boom Affects NonprofitsEpisode 29 – Growing Pains: How Canada’s Population Boom Affects NonprofitsIn this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a careful look at how recent, unprecedented population growth in Canada is impacting charities and nonprofits. With organizations already struggling to cope with a rising demand in services, does a surge in population add further strain to an already overstretched sector? Are there opportunities that exist to help organizations grow their staff, volunteers, and donors? Join us as we explore this topic with sector experts, who offer nuanced answers to the question: What does a significant popu...2025-04-071h 06CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Growing PainsEpisode 29 – Growing Pains: How Canada’s Population Boom Affects NonprofitsIn this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a careful look at how recent, unprecedented population growth in Canada is impacting charities and nonprofits. With organizations already struggling to cope with a rising demand in services, does a surge in population add further strain to an already overstretched sector? Are there opportunities that exist to help organizations grow their staff, volunteers, and donors? Join us as we explore this topic with sector experts, who offer nuanced answers to the question: What does a significant popu...2025-04-0302 min
Surviving to Thriving ⎢Nonprofit LeadershipLeaving in a Year—or Five? Start Succession Conversations NowThinking About Leaving Your Role?Here’s How to Prepare Your Team and Board NowIf you’re a nonprofit leader—even just thinking about stepping back in the next few years—this episode is for you.In this conversation I had with Mary Barroll from Charity Village for their CharityVillage Connects podcast, I talk about the real reasons we’re facing a leadership crisis in the nonprofit sector… and why so many transitions fall apart.Key take-a-ways from this episodeYou’ve been quietly wondering:How do I leave...2025-03-2129 minCharityVillage ConnectsNavigating Political and Economic Upheaval: Advice from Nonprofits on the FrontlineEpisode 28 – Navigating Political and Economic Upheaval: Advice from Nonprofits on the FrontlineIn the last episode of CharityVillage Connects, we talked to government relations and fundraising experts about how nonprofits and charities can navigate the political change and economic impacts currently coming at us at such a dizzying pace. With the continued threat of tariffs from the US President Trump administration, and with both federal and provincial elections looming here at home, we thought it worthwhile to dig even deeper into the topic of governmental change and find out how nonprofit organizations across the co...2025-03-031h 08CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Navigating the Stormy Waters of Political Uncertainty - Part 2Navigating the Stormy Waters of Political Uncertainty: Government Relations for NonprofitsWith elections happening across the provinces and the potential for a federal election at any time, how to navigate political change is top of mind for many nonprofit leaders. How can your organization engage in government relations, lobby for social change, and access government funding, especially during such an unprecedented time of uncertainty? Get insights and advice from sector experts in this episode of CharityVillage Connects.#podcast #politics2025-02-2802 minCharityVillage ConnectsNavigating the Stormy Waters of Political Uncertainty: Government Relations for Nonprofits Navigating the Stormy Waters of Political Uncertainty: Government Relations for NonprofitsWith elections happening across the provinces and the potential for a federal election at any time, how to navigate political change is top of mind for many nonprofit leaders. How can your organization engage in government relations, lobby for social change, and access government funding, especially during such an unprecedented time of uncertainty? Get insights and advice from sector experts in this episode of CharityVillage Connects.Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance Christopher Holz, Go...2025-01-271h 07CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Navigating the Stormy Waters of Political Uncertainty: Government Relations for NonprofitsGovernment Relations and Change Elections#podcasts Chartity2025-01-2703 minCharityVillage ConnectsCelebrating the 2024 CharityVillage Award WinnersEpisode 26 – Celebrating the 2024 CharityVillage Award Winners Join us in celebrating the 2024 winners of the CharityVillage Awards! These winners were announced on November 20, 2024, at our annual conference, and now is your chance to hear more about their exceptional achievements. With winners in categories such as volunteer management, workplace mental health, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and overall staff and volunteer impact, it’s a great chance to hear more about why their programs, services, and organizations as a whole stood out to our panel of expert judges. Hear from our award winners, in this episo...2024-12-1657 minCharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Celebrating the 2024 CharityVillage Award WinnersCelebrating the 2024 CharityVillage Award Winners Join us in celebrating the 2024 winners of the CharityVillage Awards! These winners were announced on November 20, 2024, at our annual conference, and now is your chance to hear more about their exceptional achievements. With winners in categories such as volunteer management, workplace mental health, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and overall staff and volunteer impact, it’s a great chance to hear more about why their programs, services, and organizations as a whole stood out to our panel of expert judges. Hear from our award winners, in this episode of...2024-12-1602 minCharityVillage ConnectsAccessible Workplaces: Is the Canadian Nonprofit Sector Falling Behind?Episode 25 – Accessible Workplaces: Is the Canadian Nonprofit Sector Falling Behind?According to the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability, the employment rate for persons with disabilitiescurrently sits at 62%. While this figure has risen in recent years, it’s clear that more work can be done tocreate more inclusive and accessible workplaces that welcome Canadians with disabilities. In thisepisode of CharityVillage Connects, we talk to accessibility experts from across the sector to find outabout the challenges and barriers that contribute to this employment gap, along with what nonprofitorganizations like yours can...2024-10-281h 04CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Accessible Workplaces: Is the Canadian Nonprofit Sector Falling Behind?Accessible Workplaces: Is the Canadian Nonprofit Sector Falling Behind?According to the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability, the employment rate for persons with disabilitiescurrently sits at 62%. While this figure has risen in recent years, it’s clear that more work can be done tocreate more inclusive and accessible workplaces that welcome Canadians with disabilities. In thisepisode of CharityVillage Connects, we talk to accessibility experts from across the sector to find outabout the challenges and barriers that contribute to this employment gap, along with what nonprofitorganizations like yours can do...2024-10-2404 minCharityVillage ConnectsReconciliation and the Nonprofit Sector: Where Are We Now?Episode 24 – Reconciliation and the Nonprofit Sector: Where Are We Now? To mark Canada’s 4th annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, in this episode, we’re checking in with Indigenous nonprofit leaders from across the country to hear what they have to say about whether any progress has been made in how the #nonprofit sector supports, funds and collaborates with Indigenous-led organizations. We’ll spotlight some powerful examples of how settler-led and Indigenous-led organizations are creating better working relationships, and hear from Indigenous leaders on what more the sector needs to do to advance reconcilia...2024-09-301h 11CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Reconciliation and the Nonprofit Sector: Where Are We Now?Episode 24 – Reconciliation and the Nonprofit Sector: Where Are We Now? To mark Canada’s 4th annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, in this episode, we’re checking in with Indigenous nonprofit leaders from across the country to hear what they have to say about whether any progress has been made in how the nonprofit sector supports, funds and collaborates with Indigenous-led organizations. We’ll spotlight some powerful examples of how settler-led and Indigenous-led organizations are creating better working relationships, and hear from Indigenous leaders on what more the sector needs to do to advanc...2024-09-2704 minCharityVillage ConnectsSuccession Crisis: Is the Nonprofit Sector Ready?Episode 23 – Succession Crisis: Is the Nonprofit Sector Ready?The challenges around leadership succession that the nonprofit sector is currently facing are nothing new. Back in 2019, the Senate Report, “Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector” highlighted the issue and made recommendations calling on the federal government to work with the nonprofit sector to find solutions. Fast forward five years and what was already considered a serious problem has morphed into a full-blown crisis as many nonprofit leaders opted for early retirement during the pandemic. Is the sector prepared to navigate this crisis? Listen...2024-09-0644 minCharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Succession Crisis: Is the Nonprofit Sector Ready?Episode 23 – Succession Crisis: Is the Nonprofit Sector Ready?The challenges around leadership succession that the nonprofit sector is currently facing are nothing new. Back in 2019, the Senate Report, “Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector” highlighted the issue and made recommendations calling on the federal government to work with the nonprofit sector to find solutions. Fast forward five years and what was already considered a serious problem has morphed into a full-blown crisis as many nonprofit leaders opted for early retirement during the pandemic. Is the sector prepared to navigate this crisis? Listen...2024-09-0504 minCharityVillage ConnectsDissatisfied and disillusioned: Nonprofit professionals are unhappy at workEpisode 22 – Dissatisfied and disillusioned: Nonprofit professionals are unhappy at workA new report has highlighted a disturbing and perhaps surprising finding: Job satisfaction in the nonprofit sector appears to be lower than in either the private or public sector. In a sector that focuses on meaningful work, what is driving a significant number of workers to feel dissatisfied? And what does this mean for the future given the existing talent crunch and the need for recruiting younger demographics to work in the sector? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, listen to sector experts weigh in...2024-08-0654 minCharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Dissatisfied and disillusioned: Nonprofit professionals are unhappy at workEpisode 22 – Dissatisfied and disillusioned: Nonprofit professionals are unhappy at workA new report has highlighted a disturbing and perhaps surprising finding: Job satisfaction in the nonprofit sector appears to be lower than in either the private or public sector. In a sector that focuses on meaningful work, what is driving a significant number of workers to feel dissatisfied? And what does this mean for the future given the existing talent crunch and the need for recruiting younger demographics to work in the sector? In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, listen to sector experts weigh in...2024-08-0304 minCharityVillage ConnectsBill S-279: A Proposal to Measure the Diversity of Boards of Canadian CharitiesEpisode 21 – Bill S-279: A Proposal to Measure the Diversity of Boards of Canadian CharitiesIn 2019, the Senate of Canada published Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector. Among its recommendations was a suggested amendment to the Income Tax Act to require charities to report on the diversity of their boards in their annual filings. Senator Ratna Omidvar, co-author of the report, has since proposed Bill S-279 to amend the Income Tax Act to do just that. Join us in this episode of CharityVillage Connects, where we talk to Senator Omidvar and other se...2024-07-081h 04CharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Bill S-279: A Proposal to Measure the Diversity of Boards of Canadian CharitiesEpisode 21 – Bill S-279: A Proposal to Measure the Diversity of Boards of Canadian CharitiesIn 2019, the Senate of Canada published Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector. Among its recommendations was a suggested amendment to the Income Tax Act to require charities to report on the diversity of their boards in their annual filings. Senator Ratna Omidvar, co-author of the report, has since proposed Bill S-279 to amend the Income Tax Act to do just that. Join us in this episode of CharityVillage Connects, where we talk to Senator Omidvar and other se...2024-07-0404 minCharityVillage ConnectsTrailer: Disconnection to Collective Action: Highlights from the 2024 CanadaHelps Giving ReportThe 2024 CanadaHelps Giving Report contains some disturbing news – it found that for the eleventh year running, the number of Canadians making donations to charities has declined. According to the report, this alarming downward trend in donations seems to transcend economic circumstances – in other words, data shows that it is not solely caused by a recession, the pandemic or inflationary spikes. What’s driving this trend and what can nonprofits and charities do to reverse it? We talk to sector experts in this episode of CharityVillage Connects to find out.Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance 2024-06-2803 minCharityVillage ConnectsDisconnection to Collective Action: Highlights from the 2024 CanadaHelps Giving ReportThe 2024 CanadaHelps Giving Report contains some disturbing news – it found that for the eleventh year running, the number of Canadians making donations to charities has declined. According to the report, this alarming downward trend in donations seems to transcend economic circumstances – in other words, data shows that it is not solely caused by a recession, the pandemic or inflationary spikes. What’s driving this trend and what can nonprofits and charities do to reverse it? We talk to sector experts in this episode of CharityVillage Connects to find out.Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance ...2024-06-071h 09CharityVillage ConnectsThe State of Canadian Generosity: Trends You Need to Know for 2024What's the most recent research revealing about the state of Canadian fundraising? Join us in this episode of CharityVillage Connects, where we dig into new reports that reveal the impact of inflation on giving, demographic changes that require new fundraising strategies, and larger sociological shifts that may account for the current downward trend in donations. Listen now, as experts and researchers from across the sector share their findings, concerns, and potential solutions. Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance Dr. Paloma Raggo, Director and Principal Investigator, Charity Insights Project Canada (CICP) at Carleton University John...2024-04-2249 minCharityVillage ConnectsWorkplace Conflict: The Enemy of Mental Health and ProductivityA recent TELUS Health Mental Health Index indicates that employees experiencing workplace conflict lose up to 55 days in productivity per year. The impacts of conflict at work are clear - lost productivity, but also stress and lower mental health scores for the staff who experience it. In this episode, we explore the factors that contribute to workplace conflict, including power dynamics, racism and microaggressions, and mounting workloads, outline an organization’s legal requirements to take action, and provide some practical tips for leaders and staff to address conflict when it happens in your workplace. Meet Our...2024-03-1855 minCharityVillage ConnectsArtificial Intelligence and Nonprofits: Panacea or Pandora's Box?Artificial intelligence has taken the world by storm. Its ability to churn out research, generate reports, and create stunning images – all at lightning speed – has generated both excitement and deep anxiety. The impact of AI has already been enormous and the nonprofit world is no exception. With the sector notoriously slow when it comes to investing in technology, the question remains: Will nonprofits embrace these revolutionary new tools or be left in the dust of this whirlwind of change? Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance Brendan Howe, CEO and Founder, Techify Alexandra Samuel, Technology...2024-01-231h 09CharityVillage ConnectsCelebrating the 2023 CharityVillage Award WinnersOn November 29, at the CharityVillage Conference & Awards, we announced this year’s winners in a variety of categories, including fundraising, workplace mental health, and diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as outstanding individual impact. Just in time for the holidays, we’re excited to introduce you to some of our 2023 award winners. Join us to celebrate exceptional achievements in the Canadian nonprofit sector in this episode of CharityVillage Connects!Meet Our GuestsShannon Caskey, Director of Development, The Darling Home for Kids - Best Fundraising ProfessionalLorenda Calvert, Programs Manager, BC Museums Association - Best Nonp...2023-12-1854 min
Everything Podcasts StudiosCharity Village: Canadian Philanthropy, Time for a Shake Up?In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a hard look at the evolving nature of philanthropy and the changing role of foundations in Canada, both public and private, and how they collectively manage over $120 billion in assets. Recent research shows that many Canadians – including those within the sector itself – do not really understand how charitable foundations work, how many billions in assets they are sitting on, and how decisions are made as to who does – and doesn’t – get funding. Is it time for a shakeup in how we approach philanthropy in Canada? Tune into CharityVillage Connects to find out.2023-11-1458 minCharityVillage ConnectsCanadian Philanthropy: Time for a Shake Up?In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a hard look at the evolving nature of philanthropy and the changing role of foundations in Canada, both public and private, and how they collectively manage over $120 billion in assets. Recent research shows that many Canadians – including those within the sector itself – do not really understand how charitable foundations work, how many billions in assets they are sitting on, and how decisions are made as to who does – and doesn’t – get funding. Is it time for a shakeup in how we approach philanthropy in Canada? Tune into CharityVillage Connects to find out.2023-09-2558 minCharityVillage ConnectsDisappearing Volunteers: The Looming Crisis for NonprofitsA perfect storm is threatening the very foundation of Canada’s nonprofit sector. A severe shortage of volunteers has led to the cancellation and suspension of critical programming and services across Canada and, in some cases, the closure of entire organizations. In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore why so many volunteers simply didn’t return post-pandemic, how current trends are impacting volunteerism in Canada, and what organizations can do to recruit new volunteers and retain those they already have. Can this looming crisis be averted? Hear sector experts weigh in on this critical issue in our latest epis...2023-08-2851 minCharityVillage ConnectsNonprofit Leadership: It's All about TrustBuffeted on all sides from seemingly endless waves of controversies and challenges, nonprofit leadership in Canada finds itself increasingly under the microscope. Public trust in the sector has reached new lows in recent years, and, with donations in decline and as the sector grapples with issues around transparency, accountability, and the lack of diversity at the highest levels, we’re asking: Is it time for a leadership refresh in the nonprofit sector? Tune into CharityVillage Connects to find out. Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance Bruce MacLellan, CEO, Proof StrategiesSteven Ayer, CEO, Common Good StrategiesMatt Full...2023-04-2558 min
Everything Podcasts StudiosCharityVillage: Workplace Mental Health in Canada’s Nonprofit SectorProduced for CharityVillage, a career resource to over 170,000 charitable and nonprofit organizations across Canada. In this episode, one year after we first covered the issue of workplace mental health on CharityVillage Connects, we are back with a wellness checkup on the sector. How are nonprofits faring today, what’s changed since last year, and, perhaps most importantly, what practical steps can sector leaders implement right now to better support the mental health and well-being of their staff and volunteers? Tune in to this special episode to find out.Meet Our Guests in Order of AppearancePaula Al...2023-03-0751 minCharityVillage ConnectsWorkplace Mental Health in Canada’s Nonprofit Sector: It’s Time for a Check UpOne year after we first covered the issue of workplace mental health on CharityVillage Connects, we are back with a wellness checkup on the sector. How are nonprofits faring today, what’s changed since last year, and, perhaps most importantly, what practical steps can sector leaders implement right now to better support the mental health and well-being of their staff and volunteers? Tune in to this special episode to find out.Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance Paula Allen, Global Leader, Research and Total Wellbeing and a Senior Vice-President, TELUS Health (formerly LifeWorks)Ca...2023-02-2754 minCharityVillage ConnectsDiversity, Equity & Inclusion in Canada’s Nonprofit SectorDue in part to the COVID-19 pandemic and global movements such as Black Lives Matter, recent years have seen a heightened awareness of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion – within society generally, and especially within the workplace. But are Canadian nonprofit organizations ready to take the next step in their diversity, equity, and inclusion journey? And what tools and resources are available to help them make meaningful change? In this episode, we’ll explore best practices and new strategies for making a positive and lasting impact in the sector, along with practical steps that nonprofits of any size will...2023-01-231h 03CharityVillage ConnectsCelebrating the 2022 CharityVillage Award WinnersOn November 30, at the CharityVillage Conference & Awards, we announced this year’s winners in a variety of categories, including fundraising, workplace mental health, and diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as outstanding individual impact. As 2022 comes to a close, let's come together to celebrate the commitment, passion and drive that will keep Canada’s nonprofit sector moving forward into the New Year, and beyond.In this episode, we feature our award winners and their stories, which are truly amazing and will no doubt provide plenty of ideas and inspiration for organizations of any size or mission. Join us i...2022-12-1951 min
Five Good Ideas PodcastFive Good Ideas on bringing your financial story to the boardIf the well-being of a non-profit organization depends on its financial health, then the quality of the relationship between senior, or finance, staff and the board of directors is key.
In this session, recorded live on October 24, Michael Herrera, Chief Financial Officer at George Brown College, shares lessons from his wealth of experience as a staff member and a director.
These are his five good ideas on bringing your financial story to the board.
[3:12] 1. Set up your new board members for success
[4:52] 2. Write brief and useful meeting packets
[6:18] 3. Design...2022-11-1549 min
Everything Podcasts StudiosCharityVillage: Indigenous Leaders Discuss Truth and Reconciliation in the Nonprofit SectorIn this episode, upon the first anniversary of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we’ll hear unique perspectives from Indigenous leaders from across Canada on what September 30 means to them, the painful legacy it symbolizes, and how, together, we can hopefully move forward. Underlying these discussions is the role that Canadian nonprofits can play in supporting Indigenous-led charitable activities. Considering that The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada was established over 14 years ago, why has the sector failed to take a more meaningful role in an area where its support could make a real difference? Tune in to...2022-11-1057 minCharityVillage ConnectsA Home in Government for the Nonprofit SectorFor years, many nonprofit leaders have been calling for better representation within the federal government. The hope is for a sector that has as great an impact on government policies as it does on the people and causes it serves. In this episode, we delve into the campaign for a federal “Home in Government” for the charitable sector and how, if successful, this could improve nonprofits' influence on policy that affects them directly and indirectly. We’ll also hear from the first Parliamentary Secretary for Community Development and Non-Profits in British Columbia to find out more about her work, and ho...2022-10-3140 minCharityVillage ConnectsIndigenous Leaders Discuss Truth and Reconciliation in the Nonprofit SectorIn this episode, upon the first anniversary of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we’ll hear unique perspectives from Indigenous leaders from across Canada on what September 30 means to them, the painful legacy it symbolizes, and how, together, we can hopefully move forward. Underlying these discussions is the role that Canadian nonprofits can play in supporting Indigenous-led charitable activities. Considering that The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada was established over 14 years ago, why has the sector failed to take a more meaningful role in an area where its support could make a real difference? Tune in to...2022-09-2251 min
Everything Podcasts StudiosCharity Village: Alternative revenue options for Canadian nonprofitsIn this episodeIn our first CharityVillage Connects episode we explored how COVID-19 forced organizations to quickly rethink their traditional fundraising initiatives, such as in-person events and galas. In this episode, we carry the conversation further by considering the dramatic shifts currently taking place in Canadian nonprofit funding models and revenue sources, including social enterprise, so-called “patient” loans, and impact investing. In addition to discussing how these initiatives can help support administration costs and capacity building, we look at the chilling effect of the WeCharity scandal on nonprofit organizations' willingness to embrace these new models.Join...2022-09-2045 min
Everything Podcasts StudiosCharityVillage Connects: Why Canadian Nonprofits Must Digitize to SurviveIn this episode, host Mary Barroll explores a bit of a mystery: Why, with incredibly sophisticated technology within easy reach, are some nonprofits still struggling to adapt and take advantage of digital tools? Is it simply a question of cost? Or is something more fundamental at work here, such as a lack of skills and understanding of how digital technology can help charitable organizations better connect with donors and volunteers? Listen to the full episode to hear our guests discuss these questions and more, and to learn how your organization can work towards digital transformation.Meet Our...2022-09-1542 minCharityVillage ConnectsThe Time is Now: Why Canadian Nonprofits Must Digitize to SurviveIn this episode, host Mary Barroll explores a bit of a mystery: Why, with incredibly sophisticated technology within easy reach, are some nonprofits still struggling to adapt and take advantage of digital tools? Is it simply a question of cost? Or is something more fundamental at work here, such as a lack of skills and understanding of how digital technology can help charitable organizations better connect with donors and volunteers? Listen to the full episode to hear our guests discuss these questions and more, and to learn how your organization can work towards digital transformation.Meet Our...2022-08-0342 minCharityVillage ConnectsHow Bill S-216 Could Transform the Canadian Nonprofit Sector ForeverIn our last episode of CharityVillage Connects, which explored alternative revenue streams for nonprofits, we touched on a piece of legislation that, if enacted, could have a dramatic impact on how charities do their work. Bill S-216, otherwise known as the Effective and Accountable Charities Act, seeks to amend the Income Tax Act to empower charities by allowing them to more effectively collaborate with a wider range of organizations, including those without charitable status, which the Act refers to as “non-qualified donees”. Proponents of the Bill say the amendments are necessary to get rid of burdensome and expen...2022-06-1451 minCharityVillage ConnectsAlternative revenue options for Canadian nonprofitsIn this episodeIn our first CharityVillage Connects episode we explored how COVID-19 forced organizations to quickly rethink their traditional fundraising initiatives, such as in-person events and galas. In this episode, we carry the conversation further by considering the dramatic shifts currently taking place in Canadian nonprofit funding models and revenue sources, including social enterprise, so-called “patient” loans, and impact investing. In addition to discussing how these initiatives can help support administration costs and capacity building, we look at the chilling effect of the WeCharity scandal on nonprofit organizations' willingness to embrace these new models.Join...2022-04-1845 min
The New to Canada PodcastThe Power of Volunteering | Lina from EgyptVolunteering in Canada when you’re a newcomer has so many benefits, including meeting new people, building your resume and learning new social norms. This episode’s guest, Lina Sobhy, would not be where she is today in her career without it. She is originally from Egypt and moved to Montreal in 2013 to finally reunite with her husband after living apart from him for 4 years. We chat about making friends as an adult, how to find great volunteering opportunities in your area, as well as Lina’s experience wearing a hijab in Canada. You don’t want t...2022-04-081h 05
Everything Podcasts StudiosCharity Village: The Great ResignationCharityVillageListen to the entire series everywhere you enjoy your favorite podcasts.AboutEverything Podcasts, now part of Pattison Media, is a world-class podcast production company. We help brands evolve and expand their media strategy into the audio space with a custom podcast series. Our team creates docutainment featuring compelling audio design and engaging storytelling that ensures your content connects with its audience in a meaningful and memorable way.Everything Podcasts is unique in the podcast space. We offer a turnkey experience providing a single source for ideation, script development, production, d...2022-03-1752 minCharityVillage ConnectsIs "The Great Resignation” real?In this episodeIs "The Great Resignation” real? And is it impacting the Canadian nonprofit sector? In this episode, our host, CharityVillage President Mary Barroll, asks these questions and explores other important workplace trends, including whether nonprofits are seen as a desirable career path and if inequitable workplaces and burnout have caused high turnover. Join Mary and a group of experts from across the nonprofit sector to delve into these issues, as well as identify solutions your nonprofit or charity can put into place to keep your valuable staff from moving on to greener pastures.Mee...2022-03-0852 minCharityVillage ConnectsPreview of "Is The Great Resignation real?"Don't miss our next episode, Is "The Great Resignation” real? And is it impacting the Canadian nonprofit sector? In our next episode, our host, CharityVillage President Mary Barroll, asks these questions and explores other important workplace trends, including whether nonprofits are seen as a desirable career path and if inequitable workplaces and burnout have caused high turnover. 2022-03-0703 min
Nonprofit Architect Podcast with Brenda McChesneyThe Future of Fundraising: Rebecca AlfredThe world of fundraisers has changed. You must create events that can be attended both in-person and virtually. Rebecca and Travis share how this can be done successfully. Conversation Highlights {00:55} Introduction of Rebecca and Trellis {02:06} How Rebecca began creating in-person events with a virtual option {04:07} Struggles with moving from in-person events to virtual options {07:02} Keeping both audiences engaged at the same time {09:27} Using hashtags to engage the audience {13:08} Who will be virtual and who will attend in person {16:58} Making sure that you have something planned for every single minute {22:18} The future of fundraising {23:57} The story of a...2022-02-0128 minCharityVillage ConnectsWorkplace Mental Health in the Age of COVIDOn this episode:Join our host, CharityVillage President Mary Barroll, to learn how nonprofits can better support their staff and volunteers when it comes to mental health. We speak to experts about burnout, isolation and depression, as well as potential solutions designed to help employers create lasting change. We’ll explore how the ongoing pandemic has exacerbated the chronic mental health challenges faced by nonprofit professionals and how employers can better support their staff by creating psychologically and emotionally healthier workplaces.Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance Steve Lurie, former Executive Dire...2022-01-1740 minCharityVillage ConnectsCelebrating the 2021 CharityVillage Award WinnersOn this episodeAt the end of a challenging year that disproportionately impacted the nonprofit sector, we're bringing you an episode of celebration featuring those whose efforts went above and beyond during this historically difficult time. In November 2021, Charity Village launched our inaugural CharityVillage Conference and Awards, honouring the commitment, passion and drive shown by those who made meaningful and outstanding contributions to their organizations and communities this year. Since the award winners were announced, our communication channels have been buzzing with questions about what the winners did that really made them stand out and helped th...2021-12-1846 minCharityVillage ConnectsPost-Pandemic Fundraising and BeyondIn this episode, we focus on the devastating impact COVID shutdowns and restrictions had on fundraising, how nonprofits pivoted and embraced new digital tools to transform their fundraising models in record speed. Join our host, CharityVillage President Mary Barroll, to hear crucial advice from some of Canada’s top experts to rebuild, diversify and strengthen your fundraising strategies and do some crystal ball gazing to see what key innovations are like to remain as the sector emerges from the pandemic and into a new normal.Meet Our Guests· Marina Glogovac, President & CEO of CanadaHe...2021-11-3048 minCharityVillage ConnectsCharityVillage Connects Series PreviewWelcome to CharityVillage Connects – a 12 episode series that highlights topics vital to the nonprofit sector in Canada. CharityVillage is a resource to over 170,000 charitable and nonprofit organizations in Canada. This series will provide in-depth conversations with experts in the nonprofit sector. We’ll examine diversity, equity and inclusion, innovations in fundraising, the gap in female representation in leadership and many other subjects crucial to the growth and development of charities throughout Canada. For more visit CharityVillage.com2021-11-2505 minSurviving to Thriving ⎢Nonprofit Leadership# 63 - Stop Relying on Government Funding with Cindy WagmanIs your nonprofit too dependent on government grants? If your nonprofit relies primarily on government funding, then you are a the mercy of what's happening politically instead of someone who believes what you believe. This quick episode invites you to consider why that may not be your best bet and introduces you to some ideas about different ways! In this episode, Cindy Wagman and I riff about one of our big pet peeves...government funding for nonprofits. About Cindy Cindy Wagman is the President and Founder of The Good Partnership, a v...2021-10-2012 minSurviving to Thriving ⎢Nonprofit Leadership# 61 - Rewriting Mindsets with Cindy WagmanAre you a Nonprofit Leader? You need this mindset to lead effectively! Leadership in a nonprofit requires you to manage teams, set strategy and raise money. To do that, you need to adopt a growth mindset, an open way of thinking and rewire some of your neuropathways! In this episode, I talk to Cindy Wagman, the President and Founder of The Good Partnership and a Certified Fundraising Executive. We talk about how reluctant fundraisers can change their thinking to feel more confident and have the courage to connect and establish impactful relati...2021-09-1236 min
15 Minutes to Change the World15 Minutes on Working in NonprofitsIn this episode of 15 Minutes to Change the World, we're talking about working in nonprofits, how to get started if you're looking to make a shift in your career, industry trends, challenges, opportunities and more.Our guest is Mary Barroll, VP Media Affairs & General Counsel at CharityVillage—the top source for Canadian nonprofit news, jobs, funding, training and more. Support the show2021-01-2015 min
The Business of Thinking BigPlaying the Long GameEpisode 60: Playing the Long GameI had a great time recording this episode with my business buddy Cindy Wagman of The Good Partnership. Cindy has always been that little bit ahead of me in terms of her business growth. Cindy and I talk about the fact that running and growing a successful business is a marathon and not a sprint, and we talk about some of the mistakes we see newer companies make (that we also made ourselves). Cindy talks about her journey to launch a podcast and her strategy around that (she's super smart btw!) and how she was a bi...2020-02-2059 minThe Business of Thinking BigPlaying the Long GameEpisode 60: Playing the Long GameI had a great time recording this episode with my business buddy Cindy Wagman of The Good Partnership. Cindy has always been that little bit ahead of me in terms of her business growth. Cindy and I talk about the fact that running and growing a successful business is a marathon and not a sprint, and we talk about some of the mistakes we see newer companies make (that we also made ourselves). Cindy talks about her journey to launch a podcast and her strategy around that (she's super smart btw!) and how she was a bi...2020-02-2059 min
The Business of Thinking BigMy Favourite Business PodcastsEpisode 58: My Favourite Business PodcastsThis week I share some of my favourite podcasts that have helped me build my business. The podcasts cover everything from marketing to money to mindset... I really don't know where I'd be today without these audio inspirations! I talk about the first podcast I ever listened to only a few years ago by a huge mentor of mine Amy Porterfield. Her podcast is called Online Marketing Made Easy and when I discovered her she blew my mind with her wealth of knowledge. Amy has really inspired me with her blend of hard-hitting business strategy and l...2020-02-0628 minThe Business of Thinking BigMy Favourite Business PodcastsEpisode 58: My Favourite Business PodcastsThis week I share some of my favourite podcasts that have helped me build my business. The podcasts cover everything from marketing to money to mindset... I really don't know where I'd be today without these audio inspirations! I talk about the first podcast I ever listened to only a few years ago by a huge mentor of mine Amy Porterfield. Her podcast is called Online Marketing Made Easy and when I discovered her she blew my mind with her wealth of knowledge. Amy has really inspired me with her blend of hard-hitting business strategy and l...2020-02-0628 min
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Social Entrepreneur170, Elisa Birnbaum, SEE Change Magazine | A Storytelling Platform for Social EntrepreneursSEE Change Magazine is a global digital magazine focused on social entrepreneurship and social change. Like most people I speak to, Elisa Birnbaum’s career path was circuitous. She studied political science and law. “I was going to save the world as a human rights lawyer, of course,” she says tongue-in-cheek. But along the way, she found that she had a gift for writing. When she graduated from law school, she told herself, “I’m going to take some time off to see what this thing called storytelling is all about.” That was more than 15 years ago.
Elisa honed her journalistic...2017-06-0526 min
CareerJoy Conversations -Canada's Career CoachingCareers In non-profit. Maggie Leithead President Charity VillageDo you know that over there are over 2 million people working in the nonprofit sector in Canada? Are you considering exploring a career in this sector? This weeks podcast is from our recent Career Development Webinar - Careers in the non-profit. Our panelists were Veronica Utton, Director, Human Resources with UNICEF Canada, Michelle Baldwin Executive Director of Pillar Nonprofit Network and Maggie Leithead President & CEO of CharityVillage Canada's leading career website for the nonprofit sector. Our panel did an excellent job sharing their career advice on ways to transfer your skills and background to this growing sector.
Many professionals are...2009-12-0758 min
CareerJoy Conversations -Canada's Career CoachingCareers In non-profit. Maggie Leithead President Charity VillageDo you know that over there are over 2 million people working in the nonprofit sector in Canada? Are you considering exploring a career in this sector? This weeks podcast is from our recent Career Development Webinar - Careers in the non-profit. Our panelists were Veronica Utton, Director, Human Resources with UNICEF Canada, Michelle Baldwin Executive Director of Pillar Nonprofit Network and Maggie Leithead President & CEO of CharityVillage Canada's leading career website for the nonprofit sector. Our panel did an excellent job sharing their career advice on ways to transfer your skills and background to this growing sector.
Many professionals are...2009-12-0758 minCareerJoy Conversations -Canada's Career CoachingCareers In non-profit. Rob Clarke Executive Director of TransFair CanadaDo you feel that your work makes a difference in peoples lives? Have you ever considered working in the not-for-profit sector? This weeks podcast is with Robert Clarke, Executive Director of the TransFair Canada, this not-for-profit organization is responsible for managing the fair trade certification of products in Canada.
Rob spent 20 years in the technology sector, after a corporate restructuring he took some time to consider his transferable skill and what motivated him. He identified what could combine his transferable skills such as sales, people skills, leadership, organization and knowledge of trade to make a difference in the world. Through...2009-11-3032 minCareerJoy Conversations -Canada's Career CoachingCareers In non-profit. Rob Clarke Executive Director of TransFair CanadaDo you feel that your work makes a difference in peoples lives? Have you ever considered working in the not-for-profit sector? This weeks podcast is with Robert Clarke, Executive Director of the TransFair Canada, this not-for-profit organization is responsible for managing the fair trade certification of products in Canada.
Rob spent 20 years in the technology sector, after a corporate restructuring he took some time to consider his transferable skill and what motivated him. He identified what could combine his transferable skills such as sales, people skills, leadership, organization and knowledge of trade to make a difference in the world. Through...2009-11-3032 min