The Association Agenda: Don’t Miss the Final Weeks of Pre-Conference Programming
CSAE NEWS & UPDATES
AGM: Thanks for Attending!
Thanks to all members who participated in CSAE’s Annual General Meeting yesterday, held virtually on Remo and Associations Connect. It was a whole new experience for everyone using Remo for the first time! Watch for an update on the proceedings — coming soon to your inbox.
CEO Update
Get the latest news on CSAE’s advocacy efforts, learning opportunities and more from CSAE’s president and CEO, Tracy Folkes Hanson, here.
Dr. David Fisman Discusses the Path of COVID-19: Recording Now Available
Hear all about the most current data on the pandemic from esteemed epidemiologist Dr. David Fisman by listening to his recent session. Click here.
CSAE Conference 2020: UNPRECEDENTED!
Check out the Conference Program Nov 2-6, 2020
Concurrent sessions are posted! Browse the conference week programs online and register today!
Keynote: Mental Health Panel, Facilitated by Dr. Judi Malone, CAE®
Wednesday, November 4 -12:00-1:30pm EST
Hear this panel of mental health professionals discuss today’s challenges and developments in the world of psychology. The panel is moderated by Dr. Judi Malone, CAE ®, chief executive officer of the Psychology Association of Alberta, CSAE member and 2019 CAE® Valedictorian. Read about the panelists.
Featured Sessions:
Don’t miss the “Ask Me Anything” series during Unprecedented. It is your chance to bring your burning questions to the experts! Here’s a glimpse at what’s on offer:
- Ask Me Anything: Advocacy and Government Relations with Huw Williams, Impact Public Affairs
- Ask Me Anything: Contracts and Compliance with Victoria Prince and Katherine Carre, BLG LLP
- Ask Me Anything: Human Resources Law with Laura Williams, Williams HR Consulting Inc.
- Ask Me Anything: Financial Management with Thomas Kriens, Kriens Larose LLP & Mike Ames, Encasa Financial
Don’t Miss the Final Weeks of Pre-Conference Programming
These are all included with your conference ticket!
Association Think Tank Meetings
Revenue & Membership Strategies with Jennifer Spear, Oct 28 3:00-4:30pm EDT
Exhibitor Lunch & Learn Session: TOMORROW!
Step by step – looking forward – adapting and adopting new destination selling practices with Meetings and Conventions Prince Edward Island
Friday, October 23 – 12:00-1:00 pm, EDT
Hear from Conference Speakers on the CSAE Blog
- The Pandemic as a Wake Up Call for Associations – An interview with Erin Roberts
- Eight Steps to Effective Government Relations Planning – Joe MacDonald
The Governance Forum Returns on November 10th
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST with Dr. David Weiss
During these unprecedented times, boards and senior management need to effectively plan ahead and collaborate to be successful beyond this crisis. Join Dr. David Weiss for a specially-designed, interactive online workshop for executives, senior management and association board members. Explore the board’s accountability in developing strategy, how to engage your board in the strategic planning process, how to build organizational resiliency through collaboration, and much more.
What past participants have said:
“Best presenter I have ever seen on the topic!”
“So good. The presenter was excellent. Topics were on point and extremely relevant.”
“Relevant, timely, full of great ideas.”
“Wow, so many useful tips and tricks on multiple levels!”
Attending the CSAE’s Unprecedented virtual conference? Contact events@csae.com for a special promo code for $100 off!
Learn more and register here.
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Work Toward Your CAE® Designation this Winter!
This winter, head back to school to earn your CAE® designation. In just five courses and an exam, you’ll complete a variety of projects designed to develop your association leadership skills. The CAE® program focuses on critical competencies, helping you to work more effectively and efficiently. Contact eve@csae or visit the website here for information.
NETWORK NEWS
Save the Date! Trillium 2020 Holiday Celebration
CSAE Trillium will always find a reason and a way to celebrate! Join us on December 3, 2020 at 5:00 pm, EDT, for an hour of virtual fun, where you will have the opportunity to connect with your peers ahead of the holiday season. Save the date in your agenda now! More information will follow soon, so watch your inbox.
Alerte aux francophones : le Clavardage de la SCDA Québec est de retour la semaine prochaine
Rejoignez la SCDA Québec et les autres membres francophones pour le prochain Clavardage le mardi 27 octobre 2020 à 15 h 00 heure de l’est. Annie Bilodeau, caé, présidente de la SCDA Québec, facilitera une conversation autour des ressources humaines durant la pandémie. Cette initiative est gratuite. Inscrivez-vous ici.
What’s Brewing Ottawa-Gatineau! Office Space Real Estate and Leasing
CSAE Ottawa-Gatineau members will meet on November 12, 2020 for the second edition of What’s Brewing Ottawa-Gatineau! Participants will have the opportunity to learn more and discuss about office space real estate and leasing in the changing Ottawa market. Register today for free.
MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT
Ashley Honsberger
CSAE member since 2019
I started as the executive director for the Poultry Industry Council (PIC) last November. PIC offers training and extension services to the Ontario poultry sector. I started attending CSAE programs and events after one of my mentors introduced me to the organization a few years ago. I had just started in a leadership role in the not-for-profit sector and had a lot of things to learn very quickly! Membership has been so important to me as I really rely on the experience and knowledge of my peers to help me be the best association leader I can be. Now I am taking the CAE program and I am really enjoying doing a deep dive into the various topics.
Find Ashley on LinkedIn.
SECTOR NEWS
Canadian Home Sales and Prices Set Records Again in September
Source: Cision
Statistics released today by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) show national home sales set another record in September 2020. Learn More…
Data Privacy at Virtual Events: How to Balance Sponsor and Attendee Needs
Source: Associations Now
One way to attract sponsors to virtual events is through data—but that’s something attendees might not be comfortable sharing. The solution involves a strong focus on compliance and transparency with attendees. Read More…
Seeds Canada will Include Seed Grower Voices
Source: Glacier Farm Media
The Canadian Seed Growers Association (CSGA) isn’t part of the merger creating Seeds Canada, but some seed growers will be part of Seeds Canada. Read More…
CSAE EVENTS
1
June 2020
CSAE Conference 2020: Unprecedented
Date: June 1 – December 31, 2020
Location: Online
Type: Virtual Conference
Regularly scheduled programming has been interrupted for everyone. Priorities have shifted, the way we work and the world we work in is changing by the day and sometimes by the hour. All of it is unprecedented in our lifetimes. Every one of us is facing so many new challenges, so CSAE’s approach to the annual conference is adapting to our new reality. Learn More…
27
Oct 2020
Le Clavardage de la SCDA Québec
Location: Online
Type: Videochat
Learn More…
28
Oct 2020
CSAE 2020 Unprecedented: Think Tank – Revenue Diversification and Membership Strategies
Location: Online
Learn More…
10
Nov 2020
Governance Forum: Online Workshop
Location: Online
Learn More…
12
Nov 2020
What’s Brewing Ottawa-Gatineau!
Location: Online
Type: Workshop
Learn More…
FEATURED PUBLICATIONS
Government Relations for Canadian Associations: How to be the Voice of Your Members with Government
Become the government relations voice your association and members deserve!
Canada’s complex lobbying and government relations landscape is always changing. This popular CSAE monograph has been significantly updated and expanded to help you enhance your GR toolbox.
Inform yourself about effective advocacy methods and benefit from valuable case study examples. Learn about the Lobbing Act and other policies and regulations. Visit the bookstore to learn more.
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