The local government system in British Columbia is unlike any other local government system in Canada and is unique in the world, therefore, knowing the difference between municipal governments, regional districts, improvement districts, and First Nations Bands can be a challenge for many museum professionals. What follows is a brief overview of BC’s unique local […]

There are hundreds of museums, galleries, and heritage organizations across the province and many receive some form of investment from local governments. Building strong relationships and lasting partnerships with local government officials is the first step on this path for support. It can be hard work – but it is also very worthwhile.

Committees are valuable vehicles used to accomplish much in a non-profit organization. They are the units that take on specific and detailed work when the task is too complex and time consuming to handle in meetings of the entire board, thus increasing overall efficiency.

There are many talented people in our communities that want to contribute their skills and expertise to a cause they believe in. Building from a strong foundation of excellent governance, leadership, planning, and people practices, Abundant Not-For-Profits create meaningful opportunities to engage talented volunteers at all levels of the organization.

Sometimes to have fair and inclusive workplaces, employers need to look at treating their workers differently rather than the same. Employment equity addresses inequities in the workplace so we can build a more inclusive society respectful of human rights.

Take the important step in helping to create respectful, inclusive workplaces that are free from sexual harassment by completing the Safer Spaces training course. The second installment in the suite of Safer Spaces training developed by go2HR for BC’s tourism and hospitality industry, this self-paced course focuses primarily on how to prevent and respond to […]