Let's Get Digital: United for Literacy's Digital Transformation Story

March 16, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns had a significant impact on the way we worked, just as it did for many other organizations. Before March 2020, 90% of our programs and services were in person. When the pandemic struck, we switched to being almost completely online for the first time in our history. Technology allowed us to stay connected, even as we stayed in our own homes.... Read more

- Mel Valcin
CEO and President of United for Literacy

Policy and Research

REMINDER! Pre-budget consultations in advance of the 2025 Federal Budget are due by August 2, 2024. 

CALLING NACY MEMBERS! NACY is currently seeking stories from organization working and/or running programs in the area of Youth Employment and Skills, who applied for funding for the most recent round of ESDC funding. If you received funding, lost funding or had funding cut, we want to hear from you! Contact Laura at laurakathler@nacy.ca to learn more.

• FRAYME and Myles Ahead are raising awareness about digital safety and supporting Bill C-63 through their #FreetoBeSafe campaign. Learn more. 
• Is all the talk about C-11 consultations just performative box-ticking? - Gordon Bowness, The Philanthropist.
• PolicyWise Alberta Nonprofit Data Strategy report highlights the sector’s impact, challenges, and priorities. Read more. 
• Bill C-27: Federal legislation needs further amendments to protect children’s privacy - Michelle Gordon, Policy Options.
• Health Canada released a survey to help inform the development of the Youth Mental Health Fund. Fill out here.

• Five (more) ways to make governance accessible under ONCA. - Wendy Porch, Executive Director, Centre for Independent Living in Toronto.

Funding Opportunities

• Ted Rogers Community Grant has $3 million in cash and in-kind media available to support to organizations across Canada that provide educational and employment opportunities for youth facing barriers to success. Deadline July 26, 2024. Learn more.

• The TELUS Community Boards offer a collaborative funding model for local leaders to recommend grants supporting youth in Canada. Eligible charities offering youth-focused health, education, or technology programs can apply by August 6, 2024 (Edmonton/Northern AB). Apply here.

Professional Development

• Connect with industry leaders & explore innovative financial solutions at Sustainable Finance Forum happening Nov 28-29, 2024, Ottawa. More details.
• Learn essential skills from experienced policy leaders over two intensive days by The Dais masterclass in influencing public policy. Register here.
• Imagine Canada's toolkit will help you navigate the federal budget cycle and consultation process. Check it out here.

Hiring Opportunities 

• Scouts Canada is hiring an Associate Director, Early Years for a fixed-term, remote role in Canada. Apply here.
• Jack.org is hiring a new Grant Writer (5-month contract) in Toronto, Ontario. Learn more.

• YWCA Canada is hiring a National Senior Manager, Equity, Reconciliation, and Anti-Racism (ERA). Deadline August 7th, 11:59 pm EST. Apply here. 

• Join Kids Help Phone Toronto office as an Employee Wellbeing & Engagement Specialist. Learn more.