ALIGN Membership

ALIGN Association of Community Services is a membership association of agencies providing essential services to children and families across Alberta. Established in 1967 as the Alberta Association for Services to Children and Families (AASCF), ALIGN began as a network of agencies with shared interests. Over the past 55+ years, we have proudly represented child welfare and family service providers—championing the development of service standards, influencing social policy and legislation, and advocating for frontline agencies.

We are a unified community of allies, advocating for the essential services that support Alberta’s children and families. We champion the work of frontline service providers and empower our members with knowledge, research, and resources and are the collective voice of our members—leading conversations that drive meaningful change. ALIGN is recognized across Alberta by communities, teaching institutions, the Government of Alberta, and other organizations as a trusted advisor and thought leader.

Above all, ALIGN is committed to promoting excellence in service, ensuring that its members are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to provide the highest quality care to those they serve. 

2025-2026 Annual Membership April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026.

We look forward to our existing members renewing their membership with ALIGN. The 2026/2027 appliction will be available soon. 

Are you just learning about ALIGN Association and considering membership? New members can join anytime. Applications are received throughout the year.To learn more about the ALIGN Association of Community Services click  HERE

Renew your membership or become a new ALIGN member HERE
(online application form)

ALIGN Association of Community Services welcomes individuals, organizations, associations, and corporations with a commitment to enhancing the well-being of children, youth, and families.

Membership is open to service providers, agencies, and organizations delivering services in areas such as early intervention and prevention, child and family intervention, Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) services, kinship and foster care, youth and transitional support, mental health and wellness, Indigenous and culturally responsive services, residential and group care, and community-based and wraparound supports.

Organizations directly providing services aligned with ALIGN’s mission and values qualify for voting membership, while individuals, associations, corporations with social responsibility initiatives, and supporting organizations that champion advocacy, best practices, and sector leadership are eligible for non-voting membership.

Becoming a member of the ALIGN Association of Community Services means joining a strong, unified network committed to improving the lives of Alberta’s children, youth, families, and communities. ALIGN serves as a powerful collective voice, advocating for service providers and the populations they support. 

Membership offers meaningful benefits, including the opportunity to contribute to ALIGN’s collective voice in shaping policy conversations and advancing system improvements. Members have access to high-quality professional development, practical tools and digital resources to support strong service delivery, and opportunities to connect and collaborate with agencies and professionals across the province — strengthening shared learning, innovation, and sector leadership.

• Free agency career postings
• Free agency training postings 
• Members Discounts for ALIGN training events (When applicable)
• Access to the Sector Grants Directory (Complimentary for members beginning the 2026/2027 membership year; subscription access available for non-members)