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Among the first African American organizations in the U.S.A. to undertake land conservation and community development, Sandhills FHA began as a personal quest by its founder to rediscover her cultural roots in the area. This quest inspired the return of African Americans who had lost their land during the last century because of segregation laws and other discriminatory practices.  Championing a revitalization of African American connection to the land through ownership and control, the association provides programs and services to build economic self-sufficiency and to preserve the natural and cultural resources of African American families in the region. Community members work together to list the positive attributes that could set the stage for future growth, including natural, cultural, historical and resource-based assets. It is an inclusive process that helps develop an environmental management plan and other initiatives to promote sustainable development. Download 162K PDF

Join us on Thursday, May 1, 2014, 1-2 pm ET (noon - 1 pm CT) for this Citizen-Led Sustainable Change webinar presented by Yogesh Ghore, Ammie Jenkins, Cynthia Brown and Mikki Sager. To register, click here.

Ammie Jenkins, Executive Director of the Sandhills Family Heritage Association, credits the elders of her community for the organization's success.

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The concept of Collective Impact has captured the imagination of would-be change makers who are eager to be more than the sum of their parts. There are examples of Collective Impact efforts across North America focusing on everything from nutrition, early childhood development, homelessness, poverty and gang violence.

The dramatic expansion in the number and variety of collective impact initiatives has led to more and more people asking, “How do we evaluate collective impact efforts?” Thankfully, there are decades of work in assessing many other approaches to community change - and some promising emerging practices specifically focused on Collective Impact – upon which to build.

On May 15^th join Mark Cabaj and Liz Weaver, two experienced community change practitioners, in a webinar to explore:  

• Six Simple Rules
• The Implications for Practitioners, Funders and Evaluators
• Examples of Collective Impact Evaluation in Action

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Business Consultant and entrepreneur Tom Merson will cover the basics of business transition, including preparing to let go, getting your business ready to sell, having a game plan and putting it up for sale.

Just as starting a business can take time, so can planning for its transition to a new owner. Find out about the steps involved in planning a business sale and the kinds of advisors and tools that are essential to the process. In this webinar you will learn how to:

• prepare to let go of your business
• get your business ready
• have a game plan
• put your business up for sale

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Guest Speaker: 

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In 2011, Tom transitioned his Kwikcopy business to new owners. His experience can help you to create the optimal succession plan.

For over 20 years, Tom developed his expertise in coaching with his Kwikcopy business. During this time he worked to develop his own staff, business and revenues.

His experience can help you to create the optimal succession plan for you and your team.

For more information:
Mary Sicoli, Webinar Coordinator
CEDEC
(514) 903-3753 (ext. 221)
mary.sicoli@cedec.ca
 

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If you own a corporation that carries on an active business, you may be in a position at some point to consider the sale of your business. The asset sale versus share sale decision requires consideration of many tax and non-tax issues. However, tax will generally play a significant role in the decision.

Many sale transactions are structured around the vendor’s ability to claim the $800,000 enhanced lifetime capital gains exemption in respect of the disposition of shares of a qualified small business corporation (“QSBC shares”). In either case, whether on a sale of shares or assets, there are opportunities for the vendor to minimize tax, such as taking a reserve on capital gain if the sale price is not paid in full upon closing.

Some other tax tips will be discussed, such as incorporating your business before its sale and things to watch out for when considering the transfer of your business inside of you family. Your questions regarding practical considerations that can be encountered will also be answered, such as what to do with current financings, the seller’s responsibility after the sale, the due diligence process, etc.

Stavros will address the legal aspects of business transition, such as preliminary documents including non-disclosure agreements, due diligence, fiscal planning, negotiations regarding guarantees, declarations and warranties, preparation of sale, financing and guarantee agreements, corporate documents and possible implications of an existing shareholder agreement. You will learn about the essential legal documents related to the sale of a business; how to prepare and respond to due diligence requests; and how to prepare for negotiations with a potential buyer.

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Format:
12:00 - 12:05 pm | Welcome
12:05 - 12:45 pm | Presentation
12:45 - 01:00 pm | Questions & Answers

Guest Speakers:

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Simon Chouinard began his career as a tax and public finance expert handling assignments with High Officials and Tax Authorities in Madagascar, Algeria, Senegal and many Countries in the Caribbean.

In 2006, he joined a national accounting firm providing company owner-managers services such as tax planning and corporate reorganization. He also practiced in the field of incorporation of professionals, trusts, estate planning and real estate taxation. He joined DS Welch Bussières in 2012.

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Stavros’ practice focuses on corporate and business law, commercial litigation and intellectual property. He works in matters such as the incorporation of new businesses and corporate structures; the development and implementation of professional and non-professional corporate structures; corporate reorganization, mergers, acquisitions and sales in various sectors; management buyouts; shareholder disputes; corporate financing and guarantees, and the protection of intellectual property. Stavros joined DS Welch, Bussières in 2011, and was called to the Quebec Bar in 2012.

For more information:
Mary Sicoli, Webinar Coordinator
CEDEC
(514) 903-3753 (ext. 221)
mary.sicoli@cedec.ca

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CONFERENCE THEMES

• Place-Based Approach: Integrating Community Development, Service Delivery and Social Justice.
• Intercultural Neighbourhood Development: Bringing the Diversity of People, Sectors and Disciplines Together.
• Innovative Approaches and Tools for Community Engagement
• Moving the Movement: Strategies to Mobilize People, Build Power and Create Deep Social, Political and Cultural Change.

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The International Federation of Settlements and Neigbourhood Centres (IFS) is an organization of national, regional and local organizations working to strengthen communities around the world. Its mission is to build an inclusive global community by empowering, inspiring and connecting people who are working locally for social justice.

IFS has been an NGO Member with Consultative Status at the United Nations for over fifty years and regularly participates in the global dialogue on human rights through this venue.

Incorporated in 1894, the Association of Neighbourhood Houses of British Columbia (ANHBC) is the 36th non-profit society in BC. ANHBC is an umbrella organization under which eight Neighbourhood Houses and the Sasamat Outdoor Centre operate. The programs and services provided by ANHBC are locally-based but also support Provincial initiatives. Over 100,000 people across BC are assisted each year in more than 300 programs and services from child care to family resources, support for youth and seniors, community dinners, events and outdoor adventures.