The Association Agenda – Issue 29

CSAE NEWS & UPDATES

Advocacy Efforts Continue to Push For Federal Support
Ensuring the federal government keeps associations in mind when developing its COVID-19 response plan is critical. CSAE’s initiatives to inform and press government regarding the specific needs of associations and other NFPs are ongoing. Click here to read the latest bulletin and to learn how to lend your voice to these efforts.

Governance Forum: Updated Dates and Price!
Associations are bracing for a period of change and innovation. Now more than ever, you need to be in sync with your board members to move your organization forward.

Dr. David Weiss is building a highly interactive online learning experience for you and your board. This three-part course explores strategic planning, mitigating risk, building resilience, and improving value. This session is critical for all association leaders and their boards which is why we have adjusted our offering to be more accessible for all.

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Ask the Expert – Member Session (free)
Do you want to know how to leverage technology to increase productivity, better engage with members and diversify revenues? Don’t miss Jeff Horne from Wicket on April 27, 2020 for a Q&A session in the “Ask The Expert” community on Associations Connect. Members can register here.

What’s New for Everyone on Associations Connect?

Latest Discussions on COVID-19

• FALL CONFERENCE DECISIONS – ANY ONE IN THE SAME BOAT?
• EXTENDING BOARD TERMS
• VIRTUAL AGM MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

What’s New For Members Only on AC?
The Associations Connect Podcast

• Danielle Lamothe had a brief conversation with Change With Confidence author Phil Buckley last week to talk about what principles of change management we can lean on to weather the current climate caused by COVID-19.
• Advocacy Webinar Recording: “Adapting your Advocacy Strategy for COVID-19 and the New Normal,” with CSAE’s advocacy partner Huw Williams and Rob LeForte of Impact Public Affairs.

Talk Tuesday April 7 Video Recording.

CAE® Program: Stay Indoors, Keep Learning
Make the most of your time by taking the first step towards your Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The spring term starts April 20th. Offered online, this flexible, self-paced program is earned through five, 12-week courses and one certifying exam, or through a Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) pathway. Not sure if this is for you? Reach out to Eve Mechici, CAE® program manager, at eve@csae.com and ask about the free trial.

Visit our website to learn more and to register.

Get Support From CSAE Insurance Services

Free for members, CSAE Insurance Services can help you manage this crisis with proven business continuity plans and protocols. Bring us your queries and concerns regarding insurance, businesses continuity and risk management components of the COVID-19 pandemic. You can:

• Post them the CSAE Insurance Services community on Associations Connect
• Bring them directly to our service advisor, Kimberly Aggio. Tel: 1-888-965-0023 Email: info@csaeinsurance.com

To read more about the importance of business continuity planning, visit our blog post here.

SECTOR NEWS

Aviation Associations Renew Request for Government Support
Source: Skies Magazine
Fourteen aviation industry associations have come together to send a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, outlining a number of necessary near-term initiatives required for the national aviation community to “emerge from this (COVID-19) crisis ready to support Canada’s economic recovery.”
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How Associations are Rethinking Risk
Source: Ottawa Business Journal
Associations are uniquely positioned to be the voice of various industries, advance important causes and bring together individuals with common professional interests.
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Tips for Moving Your Association from Face-to-Face to Virtual Training Delivery Models
Source: CSAE Blog
As the COVID-19 crisis deepens, associations are facing some tough challenges. Canceling or postponing in-person gatherings like conferences for the foreseeable future could mean looming revenue losses and questions about how associations like yours can continue to deliver the services and value members expect.

The same article is also available in French: Conseils pour transformer vos formations en apprentissage en ligne
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Leading During an Epidemic: Communicating with Members and Staff Source: Associations Now
COVID-19 has placed new pressures on association leaders. How do you communicate with staff and members? What do you hold off on or prioritize? Three CEOs share their stories.
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CSAE EVENTS

FEATURED PUBLICATIONS

CSAE Canadian Association Financial Operations Report 2020

While association operations may have been affected by the current pandemic,this report may be helpful as you make plans for the future. Produced in partnership with The Portage Group, it presents updated financial data on the not-for-profit (NFP) sector, with:

• Detailed operating ratio breakdowns
• Information on financial policies
• Comparisons to the 2017 results
• Worksheets and instructions on conducting a self analysis and comparison of operating ratios and financial performance with similar NFPs

Visit the CSAE Bookstore to access the report’s Executive Summary and to purchase.

CAREER RESOURCES

Employers
Have you thought about leveraging CSAE’s relationship with over 15,000 association executives to fill your next position? Post your job to AssociationJobs.ca now! Remember CSAE members save 40%.

Job Seekers
Interested in finding the latest career opportunities in the association sector? Click here to find the most recent postings, such as:

Title: Communications and Engagement Manager
Organization: Canadian Seed Growers’ Association
Location: Ottawa, ON
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Title: Executive Director
Organization: Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario
Location: Work From Home, GTA travel required
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THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE PARTNERS

The road leading to your new normal may seem far off, but NOW is the time to think about your association’s strategy and likely modified member value proposition To do our part, Halmyre is pleased to offer a free one-hour sounding board consultation for any association executives holding a Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation.

Contact us to book your consultation today. Halmyre is here as your marketing strategy partner. Let us help. Not a CAE, but still looking for some help? Please don’t hesitate to reach out.