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Alberta’s non-profit and voluntary sector

Information, resources and programs for organizations working in the non-profit and voluntary sector.

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Alberta’s non-profit and voluntary sector

Introduction

The non-profit and voluntary sector touches almost all aspects of community life in Alberta. The sector consists of more than 27,000 charities and non-profit organizations.

Community-based non-profits employ almost 84,000 Albertans and contribute almost $5.7 billion in gross domestic product to the Alberta economy.
 

In focus

ANVSI is a collaboration of the government and the non-profit voluntary sector to build healthy, active communities.
Recent Government of Alberta initiatives to help strengthen Alberta’s non-profit, voluntary sector.
Initiatives and partnerships to build capacity and help improve access to non-profit sector data.

Resources

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    Enhanced Capacity Advancement Program

    This program provides funding for up to 3 years to Alberta-based capacity building non-profit organizations

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    Supports and services for non-profits

    Resources, supports and services to help your organization learn and grow to achieve your vision.

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    Alberta Northern Lights Volunteer Recognition Program

    Honouring the everyday heroes who are helping to make life better in communities across the province.

Contact

Connect with us if you have questions or comments for the various non-profit programs and services. See our contact page for details.