Nonprofit Organizations in Calgary

We create life-changing wishes for Canadian children with critical illnesses.  Wishes help replace fear with confidence, sadness with joy, and anxiety with hope that anything is possible.

The Neil Squire Society is a national not-for-profit organization that assists people with disabilities (of any kind) in finding employment. Our mission statement is “We use technology, knowledge, and passion to empower Canadians with disabilities”. We work with people with all types of disabilities, visible and invisible, helping them to integrate fully into society through work and the use of technology. Our website can provide more detailed information www.neilsquire.ca.

Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse (CCASA) is the primary sexual harassment, sexual abuse and sexual assault crisis, counselling and education service provider for Calgary and the surrounding areas. We exist to support, inform, educate, and empower and we are a leader in the field of sexual violence. With experienced and skilled clinical, police and court services, education and training, and sexual assault response teams we provide a continuum of programs and services to diverse communities throughout southern Alberta. As the largest sexual assault centre in Alberta we serve in a leadership position within a provincial network of sexual assault centres: the Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services. Through this body and independently, we advocate for the needs of those individuals and communities impacted by sexual violence and deliver effective, timely and appropriate programs and services. This includes maintaining strong working relationships with partner organizations, both within the community and in the form of various public health, justice and educational institutions. Our services are both preventative of, and in response to, the impacts of sexual violence. We support survivors as they navigate the health, police and justice systems, provide a broad range of highly specialized counselling services, deliver training to community and professional organizations throughout the Calgary area and in primary, secondary and post-secondary settings we deliver comprehensive sexual violence education to the next generation of Canadians in the Calgary area.

Calgary Youth Justice Society has a 25-year history of helping vulnerable youth find their way through challenging life circumstances and sometimes unhealthy choices that can hold them back from reaching their full potential. We believe that every young person belongs and has the potential to meaningfully contribute to our community. Our strengths-based approach with a focus on positive youth development builds protective factors and reduces risk factors in youth served. Programs center around a relentless pursuit of strengths in our youth, building positive relationships with caring adults and peers, as well as connecting them in a meaningful way to their community. CYJS programs reach youth primarily within the scope of primary and secondary prevention. Youth served are at a point where vulnerabilities have been identified and at a time where the impact of strengthening protective factors to reduce risk factors and the development of poor outcomes.  

Elizabeth House is a life skills program and family-oriented home which welcomes at-risk pregnant and parenting women who need a safe place to live. From there these courageous mothers are empowered to work towards a transition to independent living as well as pursue the education or job skills training necessary to help set the foundation for a bright future. As a non-denominational program of the RC Diocese of Calgary, our vision is to be widely recognized as an effective and compassionate transitional home where residents are equipped with the life skills and confidence to be healthy parents as well as competitive in today's society. Our goal is for our residents to have access to opportunities and resources that will enable them to take charge of their life.

True Haven is a beacon of hope for all those seeking protection from harm and violence. Our vision and mission is to support individuals and families affected by violence, abuse, and harassment in regaining control and safety over their lives. True Haven will provide complimentary support for individuals to transition from existing circumstances of violence, fear, and uncertainty towards a state of safety and stability. Not only for themselves, but also for their loved ones during these challenging times.

CCIS (Calgary Catholic Immigration Society) is a non-profit organization which provides settlement and integration services to all immigrants and refugees in Southern Alberta. Since our inception in 1981, we have been a community leader with solid experience in the design and delivery of comprehensive services for our newest neighbours. We deliver these services through a dynamic multi-cultural, multi-denominational and multi-disciplinary team of professionals, who collectively speak over 60 languages.

VOLUNTEER BOARD CHAIR PLEASANT HEIGHTS AFTER SCHOOL AccessHR is excited to partner with Pleasant Heights After School for the recruitment of a Board Chair to lead a 6-to-10-person, currently 6-member, volunteer board. ABOUT PLEASANT HEIGHTS AFTER SCHOOL Pleasant Heights After School (PHAS) is a nonprofit childcare organization serving 3 elementary schools in northwest Calgary. PHAS was one of the first organizations to provide before and after school care to children in the area, opening its first location in 1976. PHAS now has three locations operating out of King George School, Mount Pleasant Community Centre, and Panorama Hills School with more than 200 elementary school children in kindergarten to grade 6. Our dedicated and enthusiastic staff design and deliver innovative programs to support families and provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment. OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS The Board Chair plays a pivotal role in guiding the Board and the Executive Director of PHAS. The ideal candidate will have previous and/or current board and leadership experience along with a strong desire to contribute to a community organization. This role encompasses both operational and governance responsibilities, requiring a strategic and results-driven approach. Operational Oversight  Work closely with the Executive Director to deliver on operational plans and programming.  Participate in decision-making related to development and enhancement of programs and services.  Empower management team to address and resolve operational challenges and issues.  Ensure financial sustainability and adherence to financial policies. Leadership and Governance  Lead and empower the Board of Directors, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.  Ensure effective governance practices and adherence to bylaws, policies, and code of conduct.  Chair board meetings, encouraging open communication and constructive discussions.  Recruit, orient, and develop board members. Strategic Planning  Work with Board of Directors to develop a strategic plan for the organization.  Provide insights and guidance on long-term goals, ensuring sustainability and growth.  Monitor program effectiveness and work with Board to identify improvement opportunities. QUALIFICATIONS  Leadership: Leadership experience, preferably in a volunteer, nonprofit board setting.  Board Experience: Experience participating on a board, either paid or volunteer.  Finance: Business and financial acumen; expertise with budgeting and fiscal management.  Governance: Comprehensive understanding of governance principles.  Consensus Builder: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate succinct initiative messages to multiple stakeholders and build consensus.  People Developer: Track record of strategically delegating responsibilities and fostering an empowering environment to maximize team potential and drive organizational success.  Strategic: Ability to think strategically and develop & execute long-range plans.  Community: Commitment to serving the community in alignment with PHAS’s Code of Conduct.  Change Management: Ability to navigate and lead through change, uncertainty, and unforeseen challenges. ASSETS  Volunteer or paid Board leadership experience.  Knowledge of legislation governing non-profit associations and childcare organizations. WHAT WE OFFER  Professional and leadership development opportunities.  Committed team of Board Members, managers, and front-line workers with diverse backgrounds.  Outstanding opportunity to grow your network.  Inclusive environment where innovative ideas are welcome.  Opportunity to lead Board through transition from an operations board to more of a governance/operations hybrid board. POSITION REQUIREMENTS  Evening availability to attend board meetings (9/year) and training.  Resident of Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area.  Successful completion of a Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Verification.  Willing to commit to a term of 2 to 3 years. Interested candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter and resume by email to recruiting@accesshrinc.com. Please indicate “Board Chair” in the subject line of your email. The position posting will close at 8:00 pm on February 12th, 2024. All applicants will receive a personalized response and candidates under consideration will be contacted directly. Please be advised that applications will be monitored daily, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply as Pleasant Heights After School is committed to offering a diverse and safe workspace free from discrimination. All applicants are considered regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and religious beliefs.

As the Cliff Bungalow - Mission Community Association (CBMCA), we endeavor to provide the leadership, support and resources to protect and enhance the unique and diverse natural, architectural, historical and social environment of Cliff Bungalow-Mission. ​CBMCA is a “village council” that engages residents in community life and protects the interests of the community to create a better quality of life for those who live and work in Cliff Bungalow-Mission.

The Calgary Society for Healthy Child Development is a charitable organization founded in 1998. We engage in activities that help families develop the skills they need to ensure their children grow up healthy and strong. Our Vision: All children achieve optimal development. Our Mission: The Calgary Society for Healthy Child Development seeks to increase awareness how parents, grandparents, extended family, and childcare providers can promote healthy childhood development, through the ages of birth to 6 years.

Grow Calgary is registered non-profit community farm dedicated to growing fresh produce for food insecure people in Calgary and surrounding communities. Along with donating our produce, we advocate for system-level change to address food insecurity in our communities and provide education on this issue as well as small-scale farm management. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that all residents of Calgary have consistent access to healthy, lo0cal food.

Calgary Housing Company provides safe and affordable housing solutions for low- and moderate- income Calgarians in need of non-market rental housing. We operate over 7,100 housing units and administer approximately 3,080 private landlord rent supplements. We meet tenant needs through our varied programs, which include: subsidized housing near market rentals (approx. 10% below market rates) rent supplements for tenants with private landlords Our building management strategy uses a “mixed income model” that combines below market rates with deep subsidies. By balancing the proportion of units within an individual building, Calgary Housing Company ensures that new affordable housing developments are financially sustainable while providing an inclusionary approach to housing where tenants of mixed financial means are blended together.