Supporting Associations
CAPAPA is Canada’s leading national association representing Privacy and Access Professionals in the private sector and at all levels of the public sectors. Founded in 2002, CAPAPA is Canada’s voice of access and privacy and plays a pivotal role in ensuring the independent autonomy of Canada’s access and privacy community.
CAPAPA is an independent, member-based and non-profit NGO dedicated to advancing and increasing awareness of privacy and information access in Canada.
CAPAPA provides the only substantive Professional Certification for Access and Privacy Professionals in Canada; defined the National Competency Standards for Access and Privacy; and provides accreditation of training programs related to Access and Privacy.
NYMITY is the leading provider of privacy support solutions that include:
privacy knowledgebase
privacy alerting system
privacy officer training
Nymity’s offerings enable effective privacy management allowing companies to quickly:
maintain sufficient compliance
eliminate the need for breach notification
ensure unnecessary restrictions are not placed on business programs
stay informed of ‘relevant’ developments in privacy
Visit www.nymity.com for details.
Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the voice of the companies that insure the homes, cars and businesses of Canadians. IBC member companies provide about 90% of the non-government property and casualty insurance sold in Canada. IBC's activities include responding to opportunities to influence change in support of members' business needs, providing information services to members and insurance regulators, and providing investigative services to members
Better Business Bureau in:
Southern Alberta & East Kootenays
Better Business Bureau (BBB) is an unbiased non-profit organization that sets and upholds high standards for fair and honest business behaviours. Businesses that earn BBB accreditation contractually agree and adhere to the organization’s high standards of ethical business behavior. BBB provides objective advice, free business BBB Reliability ReportsTM and educational information of topics affecting marketplace trust.
Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association
The Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association is a voluntary association that serves Alberta's tourism and hospitality industry. With more than 850 member properties across Alberta, our association represents hotels, motels, campgrounds, inns, resorts, bed & breakfasts and lodges.
British Columbia Contruction Association
The BC Construction Association represents over 2000 corporate members active in all areas of construction across the province of British Columbia through the BC Construction Association North, Southern Interior Construction Association, BC Construction Association Vancouver Island and the Vancouver Regional Construction Association. BCCA exists to promote and achieve the best possible relationships between the province’s construction associations, other organizations directly or indirectly related to the industry, purchasers of construction and allied services and between the construction industry and other industries or their representative bodies. BCCA promotes the utilization of standard and ethical practices and documents and tendering procedures.
BioAlberta is the central voice and organizing hub for life science industries in Alberta. It is a private, not-for-profit industry association representing Alberta’s growing life science sector. We provide attentive, proactive and timely services and programs to over 130 member organizations. Whether it's cost savings of a purchasing program, a marketing campaign, a publication, an educational session, or an advocacy project, we expand our member companies’ dollars and reach.
Association of Fundraising Professions - Edmonton & Area Chapter
The Edmonton & Area Chapter of AFP was founded in 1996, and has grown to a thriving and dynamic leadership group of over 180 members. Our mission is to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education, and certification programs within the Edmonton area and beyond. The Edmonton & Area Chapter is an active partner in conferences, workshops and leadership presentations throughout western Canada.
COACH: Canada's Health Informatics Association
COACH: Canada's Health Informatics Association provides access to a diverse community of accomplished, influential professionals who work passionately to make a difference in advancing healthcare through information technology. The field of health informatics (HI) is the intersection of clinical, IM/IT and management practices and is helping to modernize healthcare. Our 1,500+ members are dedicated to realizing their full potential as professionals and advancing HI. COACH embraces these goals and provides access to the information, talent, credentials, recognition and programs needed for HI in Canada. COACH offers a broad range of services for networking, forums, information and best practice sharing, peer awards, national conferences and professional development, including specialized career resources and professional certification.
Human Resources Association of Calgary (HRAC)
The Human Resources Association of Calgary (HRAC) is a registered not for profit organization for the advancement of the human resource management profession through a 1000+ membership base consisting of a variety of professionals engaged in a broad scope of human resource activities.
We aim to serve the needs of HR professionals by providing the most essential and comprehensive professional development resources available. As an influential voice we serve to also advance the human resource profession to ensure that HR is recognized as an essential partner in developing and executing organizational strategy and legislative policy.
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) is a not-for-profit organization that provides a range of tools to help women across Alberta succeed in business. Since 1995, AWE has supported women in business through business advising, business skills development, financing and providing networking opportunities.
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce and its 3,200 members have emerged as one of the most progressive and influential organizations in the country. Led by a dedicated team of volunteers and full-time staff, the Chamber is:
- A destination for networking with members of Calgary’s business community;
- A place to build your business and learn new skills;
- A major podium for keynote thought-leaders and speakers, providing a forum for debate on critical issues; and
- An innovative public policy advocate and solutions provider.
The Chamber also offers numerous value-added programs that serve both small and large business. From networking events, to advertising and sponsorship opportunities, as well as professional development seminars, and Chamber events - the Chamber is the voice of the business community in Calgary, and its leading membership-driven and supported business organization.
Alberta Association of Fund Raising Executives
AAFRE is the oldest professional fundraising association in Alberta. As such, we have a long history of uniting the most committed fundraisers in the province. Our aim is:
• to provide educational and networking opportunities for fundraisers
• to promote the use of ethical standards in fundraising programs
• to spread awareness of the benefits to society accomplished through fundraising
Who are AAFRE Members?
Our members include agencies serving in salaried or volunteer positions as well as organizations that support philanthropic causes. At AAFRE, our goal is to represent fundraisers from all across Alberta. Membership is open to:
• charities, foundations, and not-for-profit organizations involved in soliciting funds by means of philanthropic giving
• business organizations participating in the philanthropic process by making charitable donations and/or providing services to the charitable sector in support of their philanthropic endeavours
• individuals who serve in a fundraising capacity with a philanthropic institution
• members of consulting firms engaged in fundraising management or support
• volunteers in fundraising roles with charitable organizations
• students taking post-secondary programs to prepare them for careers as fundraising professionals
Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA)
The Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) is a non-profit provincial industry organization that represents the interests and concerns of 11 regional real estate boards and more than 10,000 REALTOR® member associates and brokers across Alberta. AREA is a member of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).
We serve the public through:
* Industry news and information
* Real estate-related advice and resources
* Administering education for those wishing to enter the real estate profession
* Speaking out on issues of public interest where Alberta REALTORS® can lend their knowledge and expertise
We serve our members through:
* Industry news and information
* Practice advice and support
* Professional development opportunities
* Advocacy
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