Upcoming Events & Webinars

Welcome Home: Building Practical Systems That Support People

Strong volunteer programs don't run on good intentions alone. In this session of our Welcome Home Speaker Series, Angela Williamson, CVA, explores how thoughtful systems can create clarity, consistency, and capacity — without losing the human connection that makes volunteer engagement meaningful — so you can spend less time on confusion and repetition and more time supporting people and building relationships.

Hosted by: Angela Williamson, CVA

Am I Making the Right Decision? Ethics in Volunteer Engagement

Ethical dilemmas are a common part of working with and for community, yet ethics in volunteer engagement often receive little formal attention. This practical session explores the differences between personal, organizational, and professional ethics and introduces the core values and principles identified by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA).

Participants will learn a practical process for ethical decision-making, apply it to real-world volunteer scenarios, and explore strategies for helping both staff and volunteers recognize and navigate ethical challenges more effectively.

Hosted by: Better Impact, Volunteer Alberta, and the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA)

Incremental Investment in Volunteer Strategy: From Insight to Action

In the fifth and final session of our Incremental Investment in Volunteer Strategy series, we bring the ideas from the entire series together and focus on turning insight into action. Houston Goodwin, CEO of Better Impact, and Tim Sarazen, President and CPO, will explore what the future of volunteer engagement can look like—and how organizations can make thoughtful, incremental changes today that position them for that future. The conversation will explore the intersection of strategy, leadership, technology, and the volunteer experience.

Hosted by: Houston Goodwin, CEO & Tim Sarazen, President and CPO

From Volunteer Manager to Volunteer Leader: Building Influence, Impact, and Support

What does it take to move beyond managing volunteer tasks and begin leading volunteer engagement more strategically? This practical session explores the core building blocks that help volunteer leaders strengthen their influence, increase organizational support, and create greater impact. Participants will identify what matters most, where to focus first, and how to turn ideas into manageable action. Start planning now so January 1 doesn't feel like starting from scratch!

Hosted by: Angela Williamson, CVA & Karin Henderson, CVA

CVA Ethics Session

Ethics are central to professional volunteer leadership. This session explores the ethical framework behind the CVA credential, including real-world scenarios, accountability standards, and how ethical decision-making strengthens trust within organizations and communities.

Hosted by: Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration