Designed especially for those who know little about accounting, this session will introduce you to the basics on setting up an effective bookkeeping system for your non-profit.

What will you learn?

• become familiar with accounting vocabulary and bookkeeping basics;
• learn the importance of records, processes and the timely recognition of revenue and expenses;
• receive an overview of double-entry bookkeeping, the bank reconciliation process and the preparation of financial statements.

"Just wanted to pass along a compliment about one of your trainers, Nancy Kirk. She is excellent. I had a company specific question that she followed up with me today about, above and beyond my expectations. Thank you!" M. Briar Jamieson, Executive Director, English Online Inc.

Who should attend?
Bookkeepers, Managers, Board Members and Volunteers.

Date:
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
9:00am - 12:00pm

Workshop Location:
Volunteer Manitoba Training Room, 2nd Floor
5 Donald Street South
Winnipeg MB

Fee: $75 (includes materials and light refreshments)

Facilitator:
Nancy Kirk, CGA (facilitator info)

For Information:
Delores Jansen, Registration Coordinator
phone: 204.477.5180 ext 221 (toll free) 888.922.4545
email: vmregister@mts.net

Cancellation and final registration date: 7 days prior

Learn how to involve volunteers ages 30 and under.

Specific topics include:
Getting Ready - Are you, your processes, programs, clients, co-workers, current volunteers, ready for the energy, enthusiasm, and style of younger volunteers? Learn what you're getting into and what you need to do before you start recruiting YGen volunteers.

Youth Friendly Recruitment Practices - Where are YGen'ers? What catches their attention? Find out what marketing and recruitment methods are most effective. Discuss volunteer screening, including interviews, orientation and training.

Retention Strategies - Learn what types of support, supervision, and communication techniques work best so they stay motivated and coming back for more.

Who should attend?
Volunteer Managers, Program Coordinators, staff and leadership volunteers looking for new ideas.

Date:
March 26, 2009
9:00am - 12:00pm

Workshop Location:
Volunteer Manitoba Training Room, 2nd Floor
5 Donald Street South
Winnipeg MB

Fee: $75 (includes materials and light refreshments)

Facilitator:
Noreen Mian, Coordinator, MYVOP

For Information:
Delores Jansen, Registration Coordinator
phone: 204.477.5180 ext 221 (toll free) 888.922.4545
email: vmregister@mts.net

Cancellation and final registration date: 7 days prior

You will be provided with the insight and the additional skills to minimize the time, cost and pitfalls associated with organizing your next event. Special emphasis on the "tools and checklists" to ensure priorities and timelines are on track. Participants will learn about functional event planning strategies such as: · Administration · Event Logistics · Professionalism · Marketing · Risk Management · Human Resources.

Who should attend?
Those individuals responsible for planning or coordinating events, meetings, conferences and fundraisers in the corporate, private, government, non-profit, hospitality and tourism sectors:
Executive Director - Event Manager - Special Event Coordinator - Volunteer Coordinator - Fundraiser - Executive Assistant - Promotions & Marketing Manager - Human Resource Manager - Sales Manager - Association Manager - Conference Coordinator - Meeting Planner - Office Administrator - Recreational Facilitator - Activity Director - Chapter Manager - Administrative Assistant

Date:
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
9:00am - 4:00pm

Workshop Location:
Volunteer Manitoba Training Room, 2nd Floor
5 Donald Street South
Winnipeg MB

Fee: $110 (includes materials and light refreshments)

Facilitator:
Shirley E. Tillett, Shirley Tillett Associates, Inc. (facilitator info)

For Information:
Delores Jansen, Registration Coordinator
phone: 204.477.5180 ext 221 (toll free) 888.922.4545
email: vmregister@mts.net

Cancellation and final registration date: 7 days prior

Learn basic meeting procedure with the help of Robert's Rules of Order. Help your organization navigate controversial issues fairly and effectively. 2nd session includes practice and role play.

Certificates will be issued to individuals who complete all 4 workshops.

Who should attend?
Executive Directors, Chairpersons and Board Members.

Date:
Monday, March 16 & 23, 2009
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Workshop Location:
Volunteer Manitoba Training Room, 2nd Floor
5 Donald Street South
Winnipeg MB

Fee: $110 (includes materials and light refreshments)

Facilitator:
Heather MacKenzie, P. Eng., RP, Manitoba Association of Parliamentarians (facilitator info)

For Information:
Delores Jansen, Registration Coordinator
phone: 204.477.5180 ext 221 (toll free) 888.922.4545
email: vmregister@mts.net

Cancellation and final registration date: 7 days prior

About the Workshop
Community organizations are being encouraged to manage their resources more effectively in order to ensure long-term viability. Fundraising has become an integral component in this process - and is arguably the most important task community organizations must involve themselves with. From bake sales and auctions to raffles and ticket sales community groups have done it all when it comes to raising funds. An integrated approach to fundraising is essential for organizations to thrive and survive. Participate in this workshop and learn how to evaluate your fundraising ideas to ensure the outcome is worth the effort. Hear examples of successful fundraising strategies and come prepared to share your fundraising success stories with others.

Who Should Attend?
Fund Developer, Fundraising Committee Members, Board Members, Fundraisers, Community Leaders. 

What's Included:
Coffee break and comprehensive manual will
be provided.

When: Wednesday, March 11, 2009
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Fee: $25.00

Download the flyer for more information and to register.

 

Learn to use coaching as a process to help individuals experiencing generational conflicts at work. This workshop will provide coaching strategies such as listening, attending, acknowledgement, powerful questions, respecting perspectives and collaboration.

Date:
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
9:00am - 4:00pm

Workshop Location:
Volunteer Manitoba Training Room, 2nd Floor
5 Donald Street South
Winnipeg MB

Fee: $120 (includes materials and light refreshments)

Facilitator:
Joyce Odidison, JBA Consulting and Life Coaching (facilitator info)

Register online>>

For Information:
Delores Jansen, Registration Coordinator
phone: 204.477.5180 ext 221 (toll free) 888.922.4545
email: vmregister@mts.net

Cancellation and final registration date: 7 days prior