Board Governance
View All ResourcesTop Ten Considerations for Selecting Nonprofit Board Members (ALIGN)
Attracting and recruiting the right board members is vital to the success and sustainability of a human service agency. The right mix of skills, experience, and perspectives strengthens governance, enhances strategic decision-making, and ensures the organization stays mission-focused while adapting to changing community needs.

Budget 2025: Progress for Some, but No Plan for the Nonprofit Sector that Holds Canada Together
Imagine Canada’s statement on Budget 2025 reveals the budget delivers welcome investments in programs that support Canadians but falls short of offering a coordinated plan for the nonprofit sector that sustains them.

Understanding the 2025 Federal Budget: Implications for Canadian Charities and Non-profits
The 2025 federal budget introduces several measures affecting charities and nonprofits, alongside continued investments in key community priorities. Miller Thompson explores these new measures from a legal perspective in a new blog post "Understanding the 2025 Federal Budget: Implications for Canadian charities and non-profits"

Blumbergs Canadian Charity Law Firm Online Courses for Nonprofits & Charities
Blumbergs is a Canadian law firm that assists non‑profits and charities in trying to be transparent, legal, ethical and effective.

A Risk and Resilience Checklist for Purpose-Driven Boards (BoardSource)
A checklist tool for nonprofit boards seeking to govern with clarity, confidence, and purpose in an uncertain environment.

Why Attending Membership Meetings Matters. (ALIGN)
Membership organizations flourish when their members are actively engaged and involved. Participation and staying informed not only strengthen the organization, but also make it more responsive and effective in achieving its mission. Here are some key benefits of attending membership meetings:

Beginner’s Guide to Nonprofit Board Service - Part 1 (BoardSource)
You're new to board service and ready to make a meaningful impact—but where do you start? Discover the essentials of serving on a nonprofit board and how you can contribute to an organization’s mission and purpose.

Tamarack Institute's Guide to Great Meetings
The Guide to Great Meetings is a practical resource aimed at transforming meetings into spaces where collaboration and connection thrive.

CICP Survey Insights: Governance, Diversity, and the Role of Founders. May 13, 2025
This survey takes a closer look at governance practices across the charitable sector. From oversight to board diversity and founder involvement, here’s what we heard from charities across the country.
