the Nonprofit Chamber

We are thrilled to introduce you to the new President + CEO of the Nonprofit Chamber. Angie Gélinas brings a unique blend of cross-sector leadership experience, with a diverse career that has spanned the nonprofit, government, arts, and business sectors. Angie has served as a deputy minister, cultural leader, business strategist, and facilitator—roles that have shaped her as a bold advocate for mission-driven work and systems-level change. Her leadership is grounded in the belief that Alberta’s nonprofit sector, which contributes $5.5 billion to Alberta’s economy every year and employs nearly 300,000 Albertans, is not a side player. Our sector is a bold, strategic force for good and nonprofits are vital economic actors and policy partners. “I am so excited to join the Nonprofit Chamber,” says Angie. “Nonprofits across Alberta drive economic value, civic belonging, and public trust, and this work is more important now than ever.” “This sector employs hundreds of thousands of Albertans and addresses complex issues that impact every community. I’m honoured to step into this role. My focus will be on positioning the nonprofit sector as indispensable to Alberta’s future—and ensuring it’s treated accordingly in policy, investment, and public discourse." A strategist at heart and a connector by nature, Angie is known for her ability to turn big ideas into actionable strategies, build trust across diverse teams, and create the conditions where purpose-driven organizations can act boldly and multiply their impact—while having some fun along the way. “I am thrilled to welcome our new President + CEO Angie Gélinas to usher in a new era for the Nonprofit Chamber and the thousands of members across Alberta,” says Nonprofit Chamber Board Chair Bjorn Johansson. “Angie emerged as the clear choice to lead the organization into a future of innovation and collaboration. Her track record of successful leadership, combined with her deep nonprofit industry knowledge and commitment to excellence, make her the ideal candidate to drive the Nonprofit Chamber forward. She truly embodies the values of the Nonprofit Chamber, and we are confident that under her stewardship, the organization will thrive and continue to play a vital role in supporting nonprofits across our great province.” Angie succeeds Karen Ball, whose strong leadership and incredible passion over the last five years furthered the Nonprofit Chamber as a credible, collaborative voice for the sector. We can’t thank Karen enough for all her work in building a better world, and we wish her the best on her next adventure in Montreal. We’re delighted to have Angie on board. She will be starting as President + CEO in early May and is looking forward to meeting many of you at upcoming Nonprofit Chamber events.

Voting is the ultimate power move! 🗳️ As requested, we’ve put together a vote kit to support nonprofits in getting out the vote for the 2025 federal election. Share with your colleagues, clients, and volunteers and let’s make sure that #nonprofitsvote. Vote Kit: https://lnkd.in/gv6fC8QM #Elxn45

Find out more about the communities you support with the new Diversity Geomap Dashboard from New Power Labs and Definity Foundation. This tool helps you explore the sociodemographic diversity of communities across Canada and can help with informing fundraising, assessing impact, and supporting advocacy efforts. It uses data from the 2021 Census. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gidEYjVf #dataforgood

Future of Good's AI Solutions Lab on April 15 is designed to help social-purpose leaders use AI ethically and effectively. You’ll learn how to: - Strategically implement AI to optimize operations and decision-making - Gain practical AI skills to enhance workflow efficiency and improve program impact - Understand AI’s role in shaping the future of funding and impact assessment - Tackle issues like privacy, cybersecurity, and bias in AI Registration link: https://lnkd.in/eGKtS2Nd Registration is free for Future of Good members. If you don’t have a Future of Good membership head to Future of Good’s registration page and get a nonprofit membership for 80% off with the code AI4SI. 

As tariff drama continues to unfold, leading to uncertainty and concern in the nonprofit sector and industries across Canada, if there’s one thing we can continue to do throughout this period, it is coming together as a community. Canadians have a long history of coming together in times of crisis. During World War I and II, families across the country created Victory Gardens. These vegetable gardens were designed to alleviate food shortages and foster a sense of pride and solidarity. Victory Gardens weren’t just about growing food, they were about growing resilience and showing that, no matter the challenge, we win when we lift each other up. So, whether it’s shopping Canadian, supporting local businesses, volunteering at a local nonprofit, or planting vegetables, now is the time to unite as a community. Let's continue the tradition of supporting one another, no matter the obstacles ahead.

Are you looking for a new role or a new employee? Reach Hire is Alberta’s nonprofit career source, connecting talented individuals seeking purposeful work with paid nonprofit jobs. Easily search and apply for jobs to take your career to the next level, or post a job and find someone who will level up your organization.  Visit Reach Hire: https://reachhire.ca/

Supporting local means supporting your local nonprofits too. Shop local. Buy Canadian. And donate or volunteer your time to nonprofits in your community. Nonprofit organizations are the backbone of our neighbourhoods, providing essential services, advocating for society’s most vulnerable, and fostering connections that uplift everyone. To put it simply, nonprofits make our communities better. And in times of economic uncertainty, it’s more important now than ever that we come together to support nonprofits., Volunteering is a great place to start. Even just one hour a month can make all the difference. Visit https://lnkd.in/dH__GnZ to discover volunteer opportunities near you. Together, we can build a more resilient, connected community.

The federal election is April 28. 🗳️ If you’re feeling unsure about how this will impact your organization, you aren’t alone. 36% of charities responded that they were unsure how the federal election would impact them in a recent survey by CICP PCPOB. Charities are preparing by strengthening relationships with funders, preparing contingency plans for potential funding shifts, and adjusting fundraising strategies, and increasing public engagement and awareness efforts.  The Nonprofit Chamber will be following the election and sharing any news that relates to nonprofits, make sure you are subscribed to our newsletter for updates: https://lnkd.in/e9ugpeVP

Changes to the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis’ (AGLC) Charitable Gaming rules are coming on April 1. 📣 These changes will give charities more flexibility in how they can use gaming proceeds and are aligned with feedback given from a review involving a survey of over 3,800 organizations and stakeholder work with over 90 charities, including the Nonprofit Chamber. Changes include: - Raising the thresholds for spending before approvals are required from $10,000 to $50,000.  - The ability to use $100,000 in gaming proceeds to community events without AGLC approval. - Raising the administrative expense limit from 20% to 30%. - Raising the limit for facility renovations from $50,000 to $100,000. - Removing the requirement for travel approvals. Thank you to all the participating organizations and AGLC for these changes that will support Alberta charities in fulfilling their missions! ❤️ Read more about the changes here: https://lnkd.in/eGxBgQ6d

The 2025 Partnership Conference West is coming to Calgary on May 27 & 28, and this is your last chance for early bird pricing! 🐦💲 Join a powerful network of purpose-driven leaders, innovators, and change-makers for two days of collaboration, learning, and impact-driven connections. The Nonprofit Chamber members get an exclusive discount! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gwbaXQKY The Partnership Conference