The Association Agenda – Let’s Congratulate our Graduates!

CSAE NEWS & UPDATES

Congratulations to our Newest CAE Grads!
CSAE is proud to congratulate the following recipients of the Certified Association Executive® (CAE®) designation: Coralee Dolyniuk, Tammy Dunn, Cheryl Gall, Janis Losie, Christy Macleod, Maria Murjani, Andrew Pariser, Patricia Penney-Rouzes, Barry Rooke and Margaret Parent. A remarkable achievement!

Interested in earning the Certified Association Executive® (CAE®) designation? Contact eve@csae.com to learn more or visit our website for more information.

COVID-19 Update with Dr. Fisman (FREE – and for MEMBERS-ONLY)
Join CSAE on June 23 at 12PM EDT for a follow-up webinar with Dr. David N. Fisman to find out what we now know about the novel coronavirus and what we can expect going forward. Register here.

Creating Member Value and Thriving through COVID-19
An online survey, initiated by Bramm Research in late March, 2020, sought to quantify the impact of COVID-19 on CSAE members. Questions dealt with level of concern, impact on revenue, the workplace, staffing, preparedness, and the adoption of technology and tools. A follow-up was conducted in early June. Member associations now had several months’ experience living within the restrictions imposed by the pandemic, so it was a good time to explore further. How are associations adapting? Do they see opportunities to provide value to their members? What are their challenges? Click here to read the findings.

Talk Tuesdays “Interrupted” on June 23rd!
Next week, Talk Tuesday, CSAE’s informal weekly videochat for members, will be on hold to make room for some very special programming! Talk Tuesday resumes on Tuesday, July 7th at 2PM Interested in what’s happening instead? Read the next item to find out!

Join the first Unprecedented Think Tank on June 23rd!
Be part of a whole new concept for the CSAE’s annual conference. Using unique approaches, creative strategies and collaboration, you’ll discover solutions to the unprecedented challenges your association is facing. Think Tanks kick off on June 23: don’t miss your chance to participate!  Register here.

CSAE Trillium Summer Summit – Early Bird Deadline is Tomorrow
July 16, 17, 23, 24, 2020
Now that it is virtual, Trillium’s popular annual Summer Summit  is open to everyone! Connect with association peers across the country and access topical and engaging programming — including 4 keynote sessions and 18 concurrent sessions — all at one affordable price. Read more and register today to take advantage of the early bird rate, which ends on Friday, June 19th!

Build Your Brand
Keep your products and services top-of-mind with association leaders and decision makers during these turbulent times!  Consider the variety of unique opportunities available from CSAE to help your brand stand out.

• Association Magazine – All About Resiliency: The Special COVID-19 Summer Issue – Position your business in Canada’s only national magazine for the association sector this unique issue issue focused on resiliency during the pandemic. Special advertising packages are available for a limited time! Contact amcdougall@naylor.com to learn more.
• Unprecedented:  CSAE 2020 – Virtual Showcase: This year’s annual conference is like no other – and runs from late June through November. Be part of the unique Showcase, with a virtual booth, easily accessed by all conference attendees 24/7 from June through December. Your exhibit will be opened up to all CSAE members in the final month of the conference. Contact Stephanie Lockhart to explore these opportunities: stephanie@csae.com. If you’re looking for premium brand exposure during the conference, consider sponsorship. We’re excited to talk to you about a variety of creative ways to stand out amongst our attendees. Contact Ed Byers to start the conversation: edward@csae.com.

Ask the Expert Series: Halmyre Social Media Playbook (FREE – Members Only)
July 9, 2020 – 1 PM EDT
Looking to the future, digital presence will continue to grow as an essential strategy for associations to reach out to their members. With events and conferences being converted from in-person to digital, it is imperative that an engaging, 2-way strategy is employed to retain and grow membership. Join the next Ask the Expert session with Halmyre’s Vanessa Hutchinson to answer your questions on crafting a social media playbook. Register here.

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MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT

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SECTOR NEWS

Leading During a Pandemic: Discomfort as a Virtue
Source: Associations Now
Taking a hard line on reopening your office and setting ambitious productivity goals doesn’t project strength right now. Patience, and small wins, can be a balm for stressed staffers. Read More…

How COVID will Impact the AGM of Canada’s National Broker Association
Source: Canadian Underwriter
The Insurance Brokers Association of Canada (IBAC)’s annual general meeting, originally scheduled this September in New Brunswick, will not be conducted in person. Read More…

How to Surprise and Delight Attendees in a Virtual Environment
Source: Associations Now
If you think hosting a virtual conference makes it more difficult to surprise your attendees or incorporate small elements of fun, think again. Here are five ways to delight your participants. Read More…

Understanding Sick Day Entitlement
Source: HR Reporter
Last week, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made headlines with his promise to push the provinces to enact legislation providing 10 paid sick days each year for all employees. Since employment law is provincially governed, the federal government cannot impose this; they can only work with provincial governments to see if they will agree. Read More…

How the Mining Industry is Rallying to Help During COVID-19
Source: Mining Technology
The COVID-19 pandemic has created severe challenges for the mining industry but, amongst the bad news, there have also been positive stories as miners rally to help communities. We look at mining companies offering their support in response to the global pandemic. Read More…

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CSAE EVENTS

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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.

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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: Chief Executive Officer/Président et chef de la direction, Conseil des universités de l’Ontario
Organization: Council of Ontario Universities
Location: Toronto, ON
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Title: Board of Directors
Organization: Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA)
Location: Ottawa, ON
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