CommunityWise Resource Centre

CommunityWise is looking for volunteers to help with their Casino Fundraiser on November 17 & 18, 2025 at Pure Casino. Please email Annie at admin@communitywise to see what shifts are needed!
We hope to see you there! CommunityWise staff and board will be there to help out too.

Thank you for joining us for our Annual General Meeting, taking place May 15th, 2025 at 5:30pm in the Main Floor Common Room here at CommunityWise.

You can download the AGM Report and Agenda using the links below, or follow along using your browser here

Join us at our AGM! It’s a chance to connect, reflect on the past year, and look ahead together.

RSVP here

If you have questions or concerns, please email info@communitywise.net for more info. The annual report is on its way!

We are thrilled to announce the creation of the CommunityWise Advisory Committee, and we invite YOU to be a part of it! The committee will serve as a collaborative and informal space where CWRC members come together to share insights and offer guidance in shaping the future of CommunityWise programming. Fill out the form and apply here!

About the Committee: This initiative is being led by Ainsley Osiowy, a social work student from Mount Royal University, who is currently working with CommunityWise on the “Advancing the Commons” grant project. The goal of this project is to develop an Advisory Committee that ensures our members’ voices play a central role in shaping our future programming. Together, we aim to co-create a more inclusive, equitable, and community-driven future.

What You’ll Do as a Committee Member:

• Provide feedback and ideas to strengthen CommunityWise’s operations and programming
• Help raise visibility and accessibility of CommunityWise to a broader audience
• Collaborate with fellow community members to advocate for inclusivity, equity, and social justice
• Commit to a one-year term with flexible meeting options (online, in-person, or hybrid)

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Priority will be given to those with nonprofit experience or who come from Indigenous, Black, racialized, disability, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

How to Apply:

To apply, please fill out the form linked below. The form asks a few questions, and your feedback is crucial to help us shape the committee. Deadline for applications: April 11, 2025

Once we’ve received your form, we will contact you with the next steps.

Fill Out the Form to Apply

Thank you for considering this opportunity to help shape the future of CommunityWise. We can’t wait to hear from you! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Ainsley Osiowy at ainsley@communitywise.net.

The Opportunity
CommunityWise seeks committed, community-focused individuals to join our Board of Directors.
This is a volunteer role, with responsibilities in guiding strategic direction, governance, and
community engagement. As a board member, you’ll contribute to advancing our mission of social change and equity in Calgary.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Help shape long-term goals aligned with CommunityWise’s mission
  and values.
• Financial Oversight: Participate in budget approval, financial policy oversight, and ensuring
  responsible resource management.
• Community Advocacy: Act as an ambassador, building relationships with community
  stakeholders.
• Governance & Compliance: Uphold organizational policies, ensure adherence to legal
  standards, and support a culture of inclusivity.
• Fundraising & Resource Development: Support fundraising activities by leveraging
  personal networks and identifying new opportunities.
• Experience in Non-Profit Sectors: Knowledge in governance, anti-racism practices,
  financial management, or community engagement.
• Diversity & Inclusion Focus: Commitment to equity, diversity, and creating inclusive
  spaces.
  

Core Skill Set
Governance & Leadership: Ensure accountability, set policies, and guide the organization’s vision.
Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, analyze finances, and support sustainable resource
allocation.
Strategic Planning: Set long-term goals, align priorities with mission, and adapt to change.

Time Commitment
Approximately 10 hours per month

How to Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Board@communitywise.net by November 30th.