Digital Evolution Index Survey
Are your digital solutions aligned with other Canadian associations? Complete this brief, anonymous survey to help CSAE establish an index of how Canadian associations feel about their digital and technological solutions. Survey closes today.

Exploring Bias Team Workshop – Sept. 14
Today is your last day to get the early bird rate on this essential workshop—$150 off your group booking. Collaborate with your team on your organization’s journey toward inclusivity, equity and diversity at this workshop with CCDI Consulting Inc. Designed to get your team on the same page, this is a workshop you won’t want to miss. Bring up to 10 participants at one group rate.

Association Centre of Excellence Awards – Deadline Extension
Shine a light on your team’s biggest achievements in 2022 and share your expertise with the association community. CSAE is thrilled to invite you to participate in this year's revamped Association Centre of Excellence Awards. Application deadline has been extended to Aug. 28.

CAE^® Info Session – Aug. 22
Join us next Monday, Aug. 22, to learn how you can supercharge your association career with the CAE^® program—the only fully-online program in Canada that leads to a professional designation in not-for-profit leadership.

Indigenous Webinar Series: Truth & Reconciliation – Sept. 26
Don’t miss the second webinar in the Indigenous Webinar Series, brought to you by Indigenous Works. Learn more about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and its significance, as well as what organizations should be doing to respond to its Calls to Action.

Virtual Governance Forum – Oct. 5
Attention, CEOs! Bring your Board and team leadership together on Oct. 5—at a single price—for a productive session that will set up your organization for success. 

CSAE 2023: Experience – Nov. 7-10
Kickstart your conference by joining other association executives at Associations Connect Live for roundtable conversations about everything from governance, annual planning, managing operations and leading people to member retention and value. This is just one of many unparalleled experiential and collaborative learning opportunities available at the CSAE conference in Montreal this fall.

I first heard about CSAE while working for Girl Guides of Canada. When I moved into my first executive director role in 2006, I negotiated membership with CSAE and the CAE^® courses into my contract. This was important to building a network of association executives and refining my competencies as I grew into my role. As CEO for RisingOaks Early Learning Ontario, this network has become my CSAE family, my go-to for resources, supplier contacts and for coaching and mentoring. I am proud to have served as Chair of CSAE’s Board of Directors and to have worked with the volunteer and staff team on its recent governance review and its enterprise risk management framework.  There have been so many great #CSAEmoments over the years… getting screeched in while in St. Johns, dancing the night away in Ottawa, and the moment we first met Tracy as part of the CEO search committee to name a few. If you’re new to CSAE, reach out. I’d love to connect. Connect with me on LinkedIn.

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Delve into the practical strategies that will help you formulate an impactful digital advertising campaign for your association. 

Digital Audit Program: Unlocking Audience Engagement for Associations
Learn how a digital audit program can help assess your own data and increase online engagement among your members.

Delivering Exceptional Digital Experiences to Your Members
Are you looking to ensure your members get the best digital experience? Read on to find out the challenges and how to overcome them.

What is Neuroinclusion and Why is it Important to Your Association?
Neuroinclusion is becoming increasingly important. Learn why your association needs to embrace neurodiversity and hire neurodivergent people.

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Navigating Board Member Experience as Associations Go Hybrid
Aug. 24, 2pm ET
Online

Learn how association boards can achieve success and director satisfaction in the hybrid meeting era at this panel discussion with OnBoard and CSAE. Register here.

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Why Minute Taking is So Vital for Professional Associations
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Give New Life to Member-Generated Content
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Looking for essential salary and benefit information for all levels of staff within Canada’s association and not-for-profit communities? Find it in the 2023 CSAE Benefits & Compensation Report. Get insight on remuneration data, statistics and emerging trends relative to executives, directors, managers and frontline employees working in all types and sizes of organizations within the sector. This is a key reference for sector leaders and their boards, as well as executive search and consulting firms. Visit the CSAE Bookstore for more information and to purchase.

Featured Corporate Partner: Naylor Association Solutions

If you’re looking for better member engagement and increased non-dues revenue, Naylor Association Solutions has the tools to strengthen your association. We offer a comprehensive set of solutions including member communications, career and association management software, live and virtual event management, advertising, sponsorships and exhibit sales, and full-service association management. We’re proud to support CSAE and its members as we build stronger associations. 

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