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Volunteer Lethbridge celebrates 40 years of history in 2021!
Watch the video and learn more about 40 years of history! Learn about past programs, amazing volunteer recognition programs, how we help non-profit organizations then and now, and how thankful we are to be part of this community!
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Canadian Alberta Job Grant - Changes have been made to help grow your business
The Alberta government is temporarily expanding eligibility to the Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) to help businesses access the training they need. The expansion is effective until February 28, 2022. Expanded eligibility includes:
- Funding mandatory training. Use the CAJG to fund courses or training that is required for a job.
- Allowing employers to train employed family members. Enables family-owned businesses to access training funds.
- Allowing some business owners to receive funding to train themselves.
Temporarily expanding the CAJG provides more opportunities for businesses to access support as part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan. Learn more about the program and apply online at alberta.ca/CAJG.
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The 2021 Provincial Budget and Alberta’s Nonprofit Sector
Budget 2021-22 was tabled by the Government of Alberta on February 25. Since the UCP government's first budget in 2019, it has emphasized spending cuts and a race to balance the budget. Because of the detrimental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the provincial government indicated that balancing the budget was not a priority for them this year. However, programs that affect the nonprofit sector have seen a decline in funding in the past and are expected to continue to see budget cuts in future years.
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CRA's Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
On Monday, March 1, 2021 the annual Community Volunteer Income Tax Program started for the 15th year in a row! This is a free service, run by Nord-Bridge Volunteers, but this year will look a lot different with NO appointments with our tax volunteers due to COVID-19 restrictions. Instead, a modified tax drop off clinic will be available.
Call 403-329-3222 for more information.
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Virtual Board Leadership Week - Registration is now open!
March 23-25, 2021
Board Leadership Lethbridge is a one-day training event for Board members (and potential Board members) to participate in engaging and informative workshops on topics related to board governance. Board Leadership Lethbridge events cover a variety of topics to help non-profit organizations with their day-to-day functions, governance, planning, fiscal responsibility and more. Topics vary every day, you can register for 1 or all 3.
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Computer refurbished to brighten children's day!
Altis Managed Service Providers will refurbish your old computer parts to give it away to families in need. Children needing to complete school work from home can be a challenge, Altis has been happy to help as they can. Contact Altis MSP today to drop off your computer parts to make a child’s day brighter. If the part is not salvageable, ALTIS will ensure it is disposed of correctly.
Email help@altismsp.com for more details.
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Statistics Canada data show lack of diversity on nonprofit boards
Statistics Canada recently released the results of a crowdsourced survey that aimed, for the first time, to measure diversity on boards in the sector. This statement from members of the survey's advisory committee explores what we can learn from the results. It calls on the Government to continue to collect data on board diversity in the nonprofit sector and issues a call to action to the nonprofit sector to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as necessary to achieving our missions and to creating a healthier sector.
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Finance Committee recommends support for nonprofit sector in Budget 2021
It was within this context that – between 2 April 2020 and 7 July 2020 – the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance (the Committee) held 26 meetings on the government’s response to the COVID‑19 pandemic. During these meetings, witnesses provided many suggestions as to how the federal government could address the pandemic and what steps could be taken to ensure an effective economic recovery. In light of the relevance of this evidence, on 19 November 2020, the Committee agreed to include its study on the government’s response to the COVID‑19 pandemic in its pre‑budget consultations in advance of the 2021 federal budget.
Find the Finance Committee recommendations to support for nonprofit sector in the Budget 2021- Recommendations 56, 57, 58 here!
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AMA Youth Run Club Spring Virtual Fun Run Registration
Join the Alberta Medical Association Youth Run Club and participate with Albertans in a virtual 1km to 5km run. Since the AMA Youth Run Club is unable to bring a fun run to our schools this spring due to COVID-19 we hope we can all participate virtually together. All school participants will receive a running bib and finisher prize. Please register before May 1, 2021 to receive your prizes. Runs can be completed any day between May 17-21, 2021 and take place in any space.
Over $4,000 in prizes will be given out to participants.
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