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ALIGN ASSOCIATION'S 17TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE "STRENGTHENING TODAY, BUILDING TOMORROW" Jan 23 - 24, 2025, W.E.M., Edmonton
Our Annual Conference has become a key event in our calendar, both literally and figuratively. Figuratively, in that it is a part of our identity as an Association. This is particularly so given the theme of our Conference, "Strengthening Today, Building Tomorrow," meaning that we are present and future-focused and possess strengths and a vision for the future, just like our kids and families. These strengths and vision are essential to our sector, for we are, and will be, surrounded by change. Our strengths and vision will sustain us and make us leaders in supporting the wellness of our Province's children and families.
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Empowering Futures: A Gathering for Indigenous Child Welfare Sovereignty Feb 27 in Calgary. Be part of a transformative day focused on the future of Indigenous child welfare. Your presence and participation are warmly invited to join ALIGN for an impactful gathering designed to empower our communities in the journey towards assuming jurisdiction under the Act Respecting First Nation, Metis, Inuit Children, Youth, and Families.
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Join ALIGN for Cultural Solutions 101, Virtual, April 23 - 25, 2025. This training is intended to provide professionals interested in expanding their knowledge on working with Indigenous peoples through an educational and experiential opportunity. Over three days (3.0), participants will gain a deeper understanding and personal experience of Indigenous history and perspectives through various traditional teachings and protocols. Register Here | |
“Year in Reconciliation: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead” (ALIGN “Reconciliation Talks” Blog)
As 2024 draws to a close, ALIGN Association of Community Services reflects on an impactful year dedicated to advancing Truth and Reconciliation. Through collaboration, learning, and action, we’ve deepened our relationships with Indigenous communities, expanded our resources, and championed culturally relevant practices in child and family services. Whether you’ve been part of this journey or are just joining us, we warmly invite you to reflect with us and look forward to an exciting 2025... Read Full
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Well-Being Toolkit Community of Practice (CoP)
The Well-Being Toolkit Community of Practice launched in July 2024; this initiative kicked off with participants identifying key topics to enhance toolkit implementation across various organizations. Since then, our discussions have covered:
- Domains of well-being
- Parallels and ethical space
- Adapting and applying indicators
- Utilizing the toolkit for staff wellness
Join us as we continue to share experiences and insights across agencies.
Upcoming Community of Practice Session
Mark your calendars for January 21, 2025! In our upcoming session, we will share success stories and delve into topics identified by participants as areas of interest. In January, we will do a deep dive into the self-rating scale for children and families, discuss how to rate agency and staff efforts, share a story, and identify discussion topics for the upcoming year
If you are new to the ALIGN Well-Being Toolkit, we encourage you to check out the Quick Start Guide. For more information or to register, contact wellbeingimpactportal@alignab.ca
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CONNECTIONS is a monthly newsletter designed to support Foster and Kinship Caregivers' efforts to ensure First Nations, Metis & Inuit children in their care have access to cultural resources, activities and events that broaden their cultural awareness.
This monthly newsletter is packed full of learning opportunities that make it easy and fun for the whole family to learn more about cultural traditions together and is a great resource for teachers, program staff and any and all children, youth and families wanting to learn more!
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DECEMBER 2024 CONNECTIONS
Each month, we SPOTLIGHT a new theme. In December, the Spotlight was the Winter Solstice.
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Winter Safety - Alberta.ca OHS Resource Portal
Free resources on the OHS Resource Portal provide information and guidance on keeping work sites healthy and safe in winter. To access these resources, View Here
The Alberta government is soliciting the views of Albertans on their priorities for government spending in the 2025-26 provincial budget. You have until January 12th to complete the government’s online budget survey
Community-driven Collective Empowers Indigenous Caregivers of Children, Youth with Autism (U of A)
UofA researcher receives funding to foster a network of support, resources and advocacy for caregivers of children, youth and adults with autism. Learn More
Webinar Recording – A Historical Perspective on the Nonprofit Data Deficit Results of research into 25 years worth of data strategies, policy asks, position papers, etc. related to data in Canada’s nonprofit sector. Watch Here
Alberta OHS Code Changes December 2024
On December 4, 2024, Alberta’s government updated Part 27: Violence and Harassment and also made miscellaneous editorial amendments across the OHS Code. During a transitional period between December 4, 2024 and March 30, 2025, work site parties can comply with either the updated provisions or the prior provisions Learn More
Webinar - Preparing Your Nonprofit’s Finances for 2025: A Roadmap to Success (Charity Village) Learn how to increase your nonprofit’s financial resilience in 2025. Watch Here
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January is #MentoringMonth! Get Your AMP Mentoring Month Toolkit #AmplifyingMonitoring by celebrating mentoring and growing our community of mentors in Alberta. Download AMP Mentoring Month Toolkit and celebrate the many volunteers and staff that make mentoring a success.
#BellLet'sTalk (January 25)
Share your actions using #BellLetsTalk Bell Bell Let’s Talk Day and invites everyone to join Canada’s national day for mental health on January 25. View Here
Additions to Alberta Children's Services Provincial Caregiver Training.
Make Your FSCD/PDD Priorities Known – Budget Survey 2025 (Inclusion Alberta) This is an opportunity to make government aware of the critical importance of ensuring sufficient funding for programs that support children and adults with intellectual disabilities and their families to enable inclusive lives. Learn More and View Response Suggestions also see Inclusion Canada A Call for Meaningful Action in 2025
Imagine Canada Report - Addressing The Nonprofit Data Deficit: A 25 Year Review
This report provides an overview of a quarter century of reports on the state of data in and about the nonprofit sector, from policy recommendations to sectoral data strategies. View Report
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CHECK OUT THE 2025 GRANT DEADLINES! (New grants are added ongoing)
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Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation component of the Commemorate Canada program provides funding (up to a maximum of $10,000 per organization) to eligible recipients for initiatives that increase awareness and commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30).
Deadline January 23, 2025
Telus Friendly Future Community Board Grant
The TELUS Community Boards provide a collaborative and unique funding model enabling local community leaders to make recommendations on grants supporting youth across Canada. Canadian registered charities that offer community-based health, education or technology programs for youth are eligible to apply.
Deadline January 31, 2025
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