Government of Alberta
Board Development Program
The Board Development Program is a unique service that provides assistance to not-for-profit boards in the area of governance through workshops, consultations with board members, training of volunteer instructors, resource materials, and special presentations focusing on topical issues related to board governance in Alberta.
Community Spirit Program
Purpose: To provide the Minister of Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture with recommendations on:
- Ways to increase private charitable donations through tax credits.
- The establishment of a Community Spirit Fund to provide matching grants for eligible philanthropic donations to Alberta-based registered charities.
Consumer Tipsheet – Charitable Fundraising
The law in Alberta requires many charitable organizations to be registered. This tipsheet tells you exactly who needs to be registered and how to apply. It also explains the rules and standards of practice that must be followed by anyone who asks for charitable donations – whether you are registered as a charitable organization or not. Find out more about Alberta’s Charitable Fundraising Act at http://www.qp.alberta.ca/
Culture and Community Spirit
Culture and Community Spirit provides a broad range of programs that support a high quality of life and are valued by Albertans. Support to Alberta’s arts and cultural industries enhances the lives of all Albertans and helps to attract and retain the creative and skilled knowledge workers Alberta needs to ensure continued prosperity. Quality of life is further supported through programs that provide financial assistance to communities, the non-profit/voluntary sector, the arts, film and heritage. The preservation and presentation of Alberta’s historical resources is realized through the Provincial Archives of Alberta and world renowned museums and historic sites across the province. Albertans also benefit from human rights legislation that protects them from discrimination and promotes fairness and full participation in the social, economic and cultural life of the province. The Ministry consists of the department and agencies, boards and commissions that report directly to the Minister including:
- Alberta Foundation for the Arts
- Alberta Historical Resources Foundation
- Alberta Human Rights and Citizenship Commission
- Government House Foundation
- Historic Resources Fund
- Human Rights, Citizenship and Multiculturalism Education Fund
Incorporating Societies
Learn what a Society is and how to form one.