IONS - Impact Organizations of Nova Scotia

Helping your NFP Organization Weather the Economic Storm - Charity Village
2020-05-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax)
The global health crisis has placed world markets in aprecarious position with no end in sight. In this time of uncertainty, we’veseen many not-for-profit organizations across Canada struggle to retain donorsand stay afloat. So, what can you do to keep your organization financially andoperationally strong during these challenging times?
In this webinar, wewill discuss the common issues that NPOs tend to face during a recession, aswell as immediate measures and long term strategies that organizations can putin place to weather the economic storm. Please fill out our pre-webinar survey to help us best determinewhat content will be most helpful to cover. Allresponses are completely anonymous.

Living the Future, Today - Tamarack Institute
2020-05-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax)
Living the Future, Today -Tamarack Institute

Virtual ED Network-2 - Central Region
2020-05-28 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Halifax)
Now, more than ever, we are hearing the need to connect with other Executive Directors, so we are moving our ED Network meeting online.

Virtual Executive Directors Networks
COVID-19 has reshaped how many organizations conduct business, and the Community Sector Council of Nova Scotia is no exception. Throughout our provincial strategic planning consultations, we consistently heard that support and collaboration we high priorities. And now, more than ever, we are hearing need to connect with other Executive Director’s, so we are moving our Executive Directors (ED) Network meeting online. These spaces are a place for ED’s to come together in a confidential, supportive, and professional environment to:

Connect with peers
Advocate for change
Engage in learning and professional development
Strengthen our knowledge of existing programs & services
Reduce professional isolation and duplication
Identify potential opportunities and partners across the whole scope of the sector

We continue to prioritize the regional approach to the ED Network meetings. The first Virtual ED Network meetings will be co-facilitated by staff from CSCNS, and our engagement strategist, Judith Richardson, who helped us draft our new strategic plan. In these meetings we will check in with each other, work to foster collaboration through deep conversation, share our “asks” and “gives” with each other.
Space is limited so please pre-register. A link to the virtual meeting space will be emailed to you a day in advance.
Should you have any questions, please reach out to the staff member for your region:

Valley and Central – Dana Perry
Highlands – Phil Girvan
Northern – Brandi MacCuish
South Shore – Alexandra Theroux
Cape Breton – Nicole Cammaert

Find their contact information on our website.

Free Webinar: Leveraging Technology for a Healthy Planet
2020-05-28 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
The current pandemic crisis offers a reminder of the critical role technology plays in solving humanity’s urgent social and environmental challenges. We cannot afford to lose momentum in our efforts to address climate change, biodiversity loss and other pressing environmental issues. Emergent technologies such as AI, blockchain, big data and smartphone applications offer a new opportunity to enhance the speed, scale and precision of our critical work. From our urban centres to our most remote coasts, change-makers across Canada and around the world are already leveraging these technologies for a healthy planet. What do we know about their social and environmental implications? Furthermore, how are environmental NGOs positioned to support their social and environmental upsides?

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With generous support from the RBC Foundation, Environment Funders Canada commissioned a new report by ASI Canada exploring how emerging technologies are already advancing environmental solutions, protecting our planetary systems, monitoring vulnerable species and supporting at-risk communities and the opportunities this presents for philanthropy and investors.
Join us on Thursday, May 28th from 1:00-2:00 PM ET for a webinar where we will present the findings in this new report and, together, explore opportunities and exciting pathways for engagement.
This webinar will be moderated by Ed Whittingham of ASI Canada, will include remarks from Thea Silver of Environment Funders Canada and the focal point will be a presentation by report author Nicole Doray of ASI Canada followed by a moderated discussion.
*A recording of the presentation and a copy of the presentation slides will be available to all who register.
Our Presenters
Nicole Doray is a passionate sustainability specialist with a deep understanding of environmental and social justice issues. She solves problems using insights from a combination of international experiences in ENGO project management, business development, research and communications. Her multidisciplinary education has enhanced her knowledge and work across business, technology, policy and environmental fields.
Ed Whittingham is a passionate, results-oriented environmental professional. His background in climate change, energy policy and corporate sustainability has been developed through 20 years of working collaboratively with companies, governments, universities and non-governmental organizations in Canada and internationally. He is the former executive director of the Pembina Institute, Canada’s widely respected energy/environment NGO.

Virtual ED Network - Valley Region
2020-05-28 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Halifax)

Virtual ED Network - Cape Breton Region
2020-05-27 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax)

COVID-19 LIVE Q&A Sessions - Rodney Employment Law
2020-05-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax)
COVID-19 LIVEQ&A Sessions – Rodney Employment Law
Recurring – every Wed & Fri

Virtual ED Network - South Shore Region
2020-05-27 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Halifax)

Virtual ED Network - Central Region
2020-05-26 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Halifax)

Virtual ED Network - Highlands Region
2020-05-26 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Halifax)

Virtual Communications Training
2020-05-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-05-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-05-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Join Andrew Musselman of Fluency every Tuesday in May for a Webinar Series on How to Win Your Virtual Audience
Speaking with impact on platforms like Zoom, WebEx and Google Hangouts can be a daunting prospect. How do you project confidence, instil trust and generate emotion when you’re addressing people virtually? In this 4-part webinar series, Andrew Musselman of Fluency will offer tools to overcome those challenges, so you can achieve engaging, inspiring online communication and win your virtual audience.
Webinars will include interactive components, breakout sessions and time for Q&A. A video recording and slides will be made available to anyone who registers. Please note, you will receive a link to access Zoom Meeting with a Password in your confirmation email. Please email laura@sustainabilitynetwork.ca if you need help setting up Zoom Meeting or have any questions.
Session 1: Master an Engaging Online Speaking Style, $25, May 5, 1:00-2:00 PM ET. Set up your laptop, or device to achieve a shot that looks professional. Speak on webcam in a way that makes listeners feel you’re connecting with them and showing your authentic personality.
Session 2: Convey Presence Through Tone of Voice, $25, May 12, 1:00-2:00 PM ET. Examine the fundamental principles of presence and the physiological process of speaking. Use breath, posture and nuance to achieve a rich, expressive tone of voice that conveys strength.
Session 3: Incorporate Effective Body Language (yes, even online!), $25, May 19, 1:00-2:00 PM ET. Examine the importance of non-verbal communication and how it pertains to virtual communication. Use controlled, purposeful gestures and facial expressions to get listeners on side.
Session 4: Structure Compelling Content, $25, May 26, 1:00-2:00 PM ET. Acquire a content tool to facilitate structuring a cohesive, engaging message. Discuss the principles of storytelling as a means to creating persuasive, emotionally resonant content.

VON – Caregiver Education Series “From Stress to Strength”
2020-05-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto)
Free 3-part education series designed to help you thrive in your caregiving journey!
Learn more about the concept of caregiver stress; developing self-care; regaining control from feelings of powerlessness, guilt and anger; and linking with community resources. Registration is required! Please contact Renate Fries, Coordinator of Caregiver Services at
905-523-1055 x 408 or email: renate.fries@von.ca.

WEBINAR: Decisive Decision Making
2020-05-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
WEBINAR: Decisive Decision Making
Most women leaders in nonprofits have never received training on HOW to make decisions decisively!
➣ Decisiveness is a crucial competency of leaders
➣ You are seen as a competent leader if you can quickly and effectively make complex decisions.
➣ To feel confident in making decisions, you need to know how to make decisions!
It’s time to learn how to be a decisive decision-maker!
DATE: May. 22, 2020 12:00 – 1:00 MDT
Stop waiting to feel more confident when you make decisions!
Increase your decision-making Competence by learning the 3 step process for making quick and effective decisions that keep your integrity intact!
Become a DECISIVE LEADER!
In this one hour webinar, you will:
* Understand why you’ve struggled to make decisive decisions.
* Learn the 3 step process for making quick and effective decisions that keep your integrity intact!
* Feel confident to make decisions decisively!
Learn more here:
https://kathyarcher.lpages.co/monthlywebinar202005/
Monthly webinars are Free to members of The Training Library (https://www.silverrivercoaching.com/thetraininglibrary.html)

VON – Caregiver Education Series “From Stress to Strength”
2020-05-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2020-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto)
Free 4-part education series designed to help you thrive in your caregiving journey!
Learn more about the concept of caregiver stress; developing self-care; regaining control from feelings of powerlessness, guilt and anger; and linking with community resources. Registration is required! Please contact: Renate Fries, Coordinator of Caregiver Services at
905-523-1055 x 408 or email: renate.fries@von.ca.

Is The Membership Model Dead? Modern public engagement for non-profits
2020-05-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Is The Membership Model Dead? Modern public engagement for non-profits
Thursday, May 21, 1:00-2:00 PM ET
Cost: $20 per person
*A recording of the presentation and a copy of the presentation slides will be available to all who register.
Matt Price will discuss the core elements of the traditional membership model and how each one can shift as organizations move to a more modern supporter structure. Groups can succeed by lowering barriers to entry and connecting with supporters based on common purpose, and then cultivating consistent engagement and donations. This may also involve changes in how a group governs itself. With these shifts we’ll explore what can be gained, and what might be lost.
Emma will give insight into Nature NB’s experience balancing traditional membership with recruiting new supporters, and will share how a shift in our approach has helped to increase support for our organization.
About Matt Price
Matt Price has worked with a wide variety of environmental organizations in Canada and the U.S. over the past 20 years, from the grassroots to the giants. He is the author of the book Engagement Organizing: The Old Art and New Science of Winning Campaigns, with UBC Press, and works with NGOs to improve their engagement strategies.
About Emma McIntyre
Emma McIntyre works in Fredericton as the Director of Engagement for nature New Brunswick. She is a wildlife biologist who holds degrees from Dalhousie University and Acadia University.

Five Good Ideas about re-opening your workplace post COVID-19
2020-05-21 13:00 - 13:45 (America/Toronto)
Five Good Ideas about re-opening your workplace post COVID-19

What does the “new normal” look like for workplaces? Organizations had to quickly transform to adjust to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19, and now they will have to be just as nimble to respond to the challenges of re-opening their workplace when the restrictions are removed. Even if all restrictions are removed, there is no question that workplaces will be transformed by what we have gone through in the past few months.
On May 21, join us for a webinar with Robyn Osgood, Managing Director, McMillan Vantage Policy Group, and Dave McKechnie, Chair, Employment & Labour Relations, McMillan LLP. Robyn and Dave are going to provide five good ideas for organizations to implement as we adjust to the “new normal,” including addressing crisis management, re-examining how we work, and implementing lessons learned over the course of this crisis that will become best practices going forward.
After the presentation, there will be time for your questions.

About the presenters
Dave McKechnie
Chair, Employment & Labour Relations, McMillan LLP
Dave practices in all areas of labour and employment law at both the provincial and federal level. He advises and represents employers with respect to employee hiring and dismissal, wrongful dismissal claims, disability management and benefit issues, workplace accommodation, harassment, employment standards, employment contracts, employment policies, human rights, grievance arbitration, negotiation and administration of collective agreements, workers’ safety and insurance and Canada Labour Code unjust dismissal complaints. Dave also has experience in relation to employee and retiree benefits class action claims.
Robyn Osgood
Managing Director, McMillan Vantage Policy Group
Robyn has almost 30 years of experience providing strategic communications counsel, and developing and implementing communications plans. Working with senior leaders, she has developed strategies to support membership engagement and change-management initiatives, and managed large-scale, national campaigns.

Nonprofit Survival: Tips and Techniques
2020-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Vancouver)
Times are tough and you need immediate tips and tools to help your non-profit organization and clients survive. For years researchers in many sectors have been investigating what factors promote organizational and program sustainability, and it occurred to me that many of these findings are immediately relevant to the situation that non-profits are facing these days. If there is to be a drought, how can your organisation best hunker down until it rains again?
Join us on May 21st for a short webinar on what are the promoters of program and organisational sustainability and how to assess your own nonprofit. Leave with a practical technique that you can immediately use to better plan for your organization’s future.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

identify the factors associated with greater program and organizational sustainability.
lead a simple but powerful sustainability planning exercise in your own organization.

COVID-19: The Business, Labour, & Investment Impacts in Atlantic Canada - Atlantic Provinces Economic Council (APEC)
2020-05-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Halifax)
COVID-19: The Business, Labour,& Investment Impacts in Atlantic Canada – AtlanticProvinces Economic Council (APEC)

Domestic Violence and COVID Responses
2020-05-19 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Toronto)
The added stress of the COVID pandemic can have a significant impact on those experiencing domestic violence. In this webinar, join Dr. Alina Turner and lead experts Lana Wells (Shift), Andrea Silverstone (Sagesse), and Lesley Lindberg (Manitoba Association of Women’s Shelters) as they discuss COVID responses to domestic violence, particularly recovery efforts. Q & A session to follow with all panellists.

The Science of Managing Stress with Dr. David Bardsley - Halifax Chamber of Commerce
2020-05-15 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Halifax)
The Science of Managing Stresswith Dr. David Bardsley

Environmental Philanthropy: What Now, What Next?! A Webinar with Paul Nazareth
2020-05-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Thursday, May 14, 1:00-2:00 PM ET
Cost: $20 per person
*A recording of the presentation and a copy of the presentation slides will be available to all who register.
This global crisis has affected the economy and charities in an unprecedented way. Fundraising is on hold for some charities, but for others an extreme growth in volume and crisis level growth in need. Where do environmental philanthropy and our charities fit into the response, recovery and rebuilding?
Our speaker will share case studies from the current response as well as the perspective from the world of planned giving where there has been a north american phenomenon around the creation of Wills. We will explore Canadian data on giving and the medium of monetary transaction that we need to prepare for these next phases of the economy and where philanthropy will fit in. We will also discuss the launch of Canada’s movement to normalize including charities in Wills and the very specific element of environmental giving included in the fall campaign. This workshop will be specific for environmental charities and will include discussion elements for us to share solutions to what is uncharted territory for our sector.
About Paul Nazareth
Paul Nazareth is a leader in Canada’s philanthropic sector with over 20 years’ experience. Currently the Vice President, Education & Development at the Canadian Association of Gift Planners, he was most recently VP at the charity CanadaHelps where he worked with over 20,000 charities, many of them from the environmental movement. He has been a philanthropic advisor with a national Wealth Management firm working with Donor Advised Funds, spent over a decade with charities like the University of Toronto and the 230 Churches of the Catholic Church of Greater Toronto. Paul is on the board of several charities, is Chair of the Advisory Board at the Humber College postgraduate fundraising program, on the Advisory Council of the Carleton Masters in Nonprofit Leadership program, lead faculty instructor on Advisor Education with Knowledge Bureau as well as tax and advisor communities like Advocis, CPA and Estate Planning Councils.

Ensuring Global Access to Medicines and Vaccines for COVID-19
2020-05-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Are you concerned about COVID-19 and about access and affordability of the vaccines and treatments being developed?
Join Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), and Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) for an online discussion on Thursday May 14 at 1 pm EST, for a deeper look at the need for a widely available COVID-19 vaccine and treatments. Our discussion will also focus on MSF’s work to ensure access and affordability are at the centre of public health research–in Canada and globally–as well as on DNDi’s proven success in providing an alternative non-profit model to develop drugs for the treatment of neglected diseases.

How to Do a Great Needs Assessment
2020-05-14 10:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver)
Nothing is normal these days, and you may find your agency suddenly needing to shift gears in terms of the direct services you provide. Don’t put the cart before the horse! Now is a great time to ensure you have the skills to do an accurate, but also rapid, needs assessment.
Join us on May 14th to learn the steps in conducting a needs assessment/gap analysis and how to design one that is comprehensive, yet feasible in scope.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

explain the role of needs assessments in planning responsive programming
list the basic steps in conducting a needs assessment
state the 6 D’s required for a comprehensive needs assessment
state the most common sources of data for a needs assessment.
