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This "Applied Project Planning" workshop presents an overview of planning a project from start-to-finish. Working with project ideas of their own, participants will work through the essentials of project planning incorporating:

•  the “what-ifs” and the “if-thens” of successful project planning and,
•  the core concepts in managing the project, which must be included to successfully complete the planned project. 

Come with an idea or project in mind and get guidance on what to do, what steps to follow or learn from examples at the workshop.

Participants will end the session with an overall sense of what is involved in developing their own project plan.

Who should attend?

Community Groups, Volunteers, Executive Directors, Program Managers, Project Managers, Fundraisers, Grant Writers, Administrative Staff, and anyone from the non-profit sector.

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About the Facilitator:

Ron Hayes. Ron Hayes is the owner and principal facilitator of the Centre for Professional Excellence. He specializes in working with non-profit boards. His two most recent manuals are, “How We Can Work Well Together” and “Leading in a Changing Environment.”  Positions Ron has held include Teacher, University Instructor, School Principal, and Executive Director of the Organization for Cooperation in Overseas Development, Career Counsellor, Chair of Boards of Directors and Business Owner.

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Readers frequently turn to policy and procedure documents to understand the internal processes of an organization or department. Yet, those same readers are frequently frustrated because the document is so difficult to comprehend because of poor language, organization and layout. Learn the fundamental factors of presenting a crystal clear message using a reader-friendly format to effectively write a policy and procedure manual.

Learning Outcomes:

• understanding the difference between a policy and procedure
• determining the content required in a manual or section
• organizing the content for clarity and understanding
• writing in a reader-friendly style
• formatting to make the document an easy read

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For more information, or to register for a workshop, please contact us at
(204)477-5180 or email training@volunteermanitoba.ca

About Eclectic Communications

Eclectic Communications is an established business communication training company that provides creative and relevant training, custom designed to meet the needs of any organization or business.  Founded in 1992, Eclectic Communications has grown to be a leader in the field of communication as result of its dedication to its clients and its commitment to excellence. Eclectic’s valued clients include a wide range of organizations across various industries, all levels of government, professional associations, and numerous educational institutions. Whether you are looking for a comprehensive training program for your organization or a dynamic presentation for your conference or meeting, Eclectic will adapt and customize its topics to create a unique and meaningful experience for you and your participants.

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Board policies are the guidelines describing the expectations for meetings, board members, the board, staff and volunteers.  As a board member, how do you know what you are supposed to do?  Do you leave meetings feeling that your time was well used, the board got a lot of work done, and it was a meaningful use of your time?  If not, your board could use some policy development.   Every board today is expected to have a Board Manual that provides a guide to how they will conduct their business and provide accountability and transparency to their stakeholders.

Learning outcomes include:

• Differences and similarities between Constitution, Bylaws and Policy
• How clear policy makes meeting effective and efficient
• Using policy to orient new members and create common ground
• A pathway to decision making that can reduce conflict
• A reference for board behavior, accountability and transparency
• How to create and utilize a Board Policy manual.

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For more information, or to register for a workshop, please contact us at
(204) 477-5180 or email training@volunteermanitoba.ca

About the Trainer

Ron Hayes.  Owner and principal facilitator of a consulting firm, Centre for Professional Excellence.  Ron specializes in Soft Skills training. He has extensive experience in the non-profit sector as a Board Member, Executive Director and facilitator of workshops, some of which include Strategic Planning, Effective Board Operations, Communications, Management Styles, and Conflict Management.

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Explore the way things are, and the way they ought to be

A Community Needs Assessment is a critical first step in providing non-profit organizations with a comprehensive picture of the issues in their community. A Community Needs Assessment includes data collection, analysis and interpretation, as well as community consultation, communication and consensus building.

Join Planning and Evaluation Facilitator Erin Huck for Volunteer Manitoba's Community Needs Assessment Workshop (March 14, 9 - 4) and learn when to use a needs assessment, different tools available to identify needs and how to use the information you gather to guide your work. Participants will be provided with tools and resources to undertake a needs assessment within their community or organization.

Learning Outcomes:

• what is a needs assessment, and how it can be used;
• hands-on implementation of a needs assessment tool; and
• how to translate information gathered into action.

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Phone: call in your registration to 204.477-5180
Email: training@volunteermanitoba.ca

About the Trainer

Erin Huck is a Planning and Evaluation Facilitator with experience in community planning and policy development. Her work with diverse communities and organizations across Canada in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors has included leading the development of strategic and operational plans, research and qualitative evaluation, and facilitating community discussions. Erin holds two Masters degrees; City Planning (University of Manitoba) and a Masters of Arts (Media Studies, Concordia University).

Vision Quest is back by popular demand for a 18th year! This year’s event will once again be held at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg, May 13-15, 2014,  where we will host nearly 1,000 Conference participants as we well as over 80 exhibits. Over the last 17 years, nearly than 12,000 people have shared in plenary and workshop sessions, partnership building, cultural and networking events.

The Vision Quest Conference & Tradeshow Includes

• Networking with over 1,000 Delegates, Exhibitors, Sponsors and Volunteers
• Interactive workshops and motivational keynote presentations delivered by business, cultural and industry leaders
• Cultural presentations and entertainment, continental breakfasts, lunches and break refreshments
• Entry into the Vision Quest Trade Show with over 80 exhibits
• Empowering Youth Program
• Opportunity to purchase tickets to the Gala Banquet with renowned entertainment

[ Registration is now open ]

Who Should Attend?

• Aboriginal Business Owners and Operators
• Aboriginal Youth
• Community Leaders
• Economic Development Officers
• Investors and Financial Institutions
• Government and Corporate Representatives
• Business and Community Service Providers
• Those interested in doing business with the Aboriginal community