Current Issues in the Charitable Sector

The charitable sector in Canada has experienced unprecedented transformations in recent years. Several critical issues have arisen for not-for-profits in this climate of change. You will engage in more effective planning and decision-making as a board member if you are aware of these issues and trends.

To familiarize yourself with some of the issues your organization may be facing, check out some recent trends in the following areas:

• Program issues
• Funding issues
• Human resource issues
• Public Relations Issues
• Organizational Issues

While some of these trends seem to present challenges for the sector, many charities have found incredible opportunities in this era. The keys to success have been a spirit of innovation, along with an ability to add value by recombining or redistributing resources.

Now that you are up to date on the charitable sector's context, let's examine the board's role in effectively leading a charity through the opportunities and challenges of this environment.

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