How to Join a Nonprofit Board (and Why You Should)
Volunteering is deeply woven into Canadian life. About half of all Canadians contribute time each year, and while roles vary widely. From coaching youth sports…
What Should the Board Look for When Reviewing a Budget?
Your board reviews and approves the budget but what should that look like and what questions should you ask?
What is a Governance Review and Why Your Board Should Consider Doing One
Governance Reviews: An Introduction Good governance is an important part of any successful nonprofit organization. A well-run board, that does its work effectively, sets the…
United Way Winnipeg Organizational Development Grants
The United Way of Winnipeg has again opened up its Organizational Development Grant Program. This program offers grants of up to $5,000 to eligible nonprofit…
Too Much Trust, Not Enough Oversight? A Governance Wake-Up Call
News broke recently that a Sikh priest in Winnipeg has been charged with stealing likely over a millions dollars from the local place of worship…
Board Solidarity: Why Supporting Board Decisions Matters
Board decisions, made in accordance with bylaws and that have allowed for fair deliberation, must be publicly supported by all board members. Boards are collective…
My Strangest Governance Coincidence
Over a lifetime of weird coincidences, this may be the strangest of them all, or at least the strangest when it comes to governance and…
United Way Fall 2024 Organizational Development Grants are open!
United Way’s development grants for governance and leadership support are open
Managing Board – Executive Director Conflict
Summary: Boards and executive directors must work to mitigate harmful conflict in their relationship and nurture tools to overcome challenges. One of the most critical…
Hold an In Camera Session Every Board Meeting
Summary: Boards should have an in camera portion to every meeting where they discuss the executive director, the board itself, and very rarely anything else.…