Resource Library
Our Resource Library brings together practical tools and trusted knowledge designed to empower the nonprofit and voluntary sector with knowledge, tools, and actionable insights. From webinars and how-to guides to research and curated resources, everything here is designed to help nonprofit teams and volunteers succeed.
Explore, learn, and discover ways to strengthen your programs, build skills, and enhance your impact in the sector.
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Board Building: Recruiting and Developing Board Members
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This is a self-guided workbook for Board Members and Non-profit Staff to provide basic information on board recruitment, onboarding, and evaluation to help develop an effective Board. This 2008 Revised Edition was developed by the Board Development Program of Alberta in collaboration with The Muttart.
Developing Job Descriptions of Board Members
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This is a self-guided workbook for Board Members and Non-profit Staff to develop or update Board Member job descriptions, including for specific positions within the board. This 2008 Revised Edition was developed by the Board Development Program of Alberta in collaboration with The Muttart.
Drafting and Revising Bylaws
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This is a self-guided workbook that offers an overview of the incorporation process for nonprofit societies within Alberta, including guidelines to cocnisder when developign your by-laws. This workbook may also be used to help support in the review and revision of current bylaws for existing nonprofits. This 2008 Revised Edition was developed by the Board Development Program of Alberta in collaboration with The Muttart Foundation.
Financial Responsibilities of Not-for-Profit Boards
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This is a self-guided workbook written for Board Members to provide basic and practical information on financial management, such as standard responsibilities of the Board, budget planning, understanding a financial statement, and more. This 2008 Revised Edition was developed by the Board Development Program of Alberta in collaboration with The Muttart Foundation.
Hiring and Performance Appraisal for an Executive Director
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This is a self-guided workbook written for Board Members to provide an overview of the hiring process for Executive Directors and consideratiosn for evaluating their performance once hired. This 2008 Revised Edition was developed by the Board Development Program of Alberta in collaboration with The Muttart Foundation.