Alberta NonProfit Data Strategy

Capacity Building

Tools and training that empower non-profits to use data for impact!

Using Census Data to Enrich Alberta Nonprofits: Training series

October/November 2022

This online training series was developed in partnership with Statistics Canada. You will learn how to use Census data to support your nonprofit organization. The training includes Census methods, geographies, variables, analysis, and how to access data. There are sample exercises to complete, and you will be introduced to tools that will enhance your experience working with nonprofits.

Series materials and videos are here.

The presentation slides are available in English and French.

Using Statistics Canada General Social Statistics Data – Webinar 2

21 June 2022

This was the second webinar in a series we hosted with Alberta Nonprofit Data Strategy and Statistics Canada. They shared information on using General Social Statistics Data. In the webinar you will learn about:

The General Social Statistics program
Modernization initiatives
General Social Statistics themes related to Canadians and work and at home; families; and, giving, volunteering and participating

Have Questions?

Contact info@policywise.com for questions about the data strategy and future events.

Contact Sarah Glover at sarah.glover@statcan.gc.ca for questions about the content of this webinar or to connect with Statistics Canada.

Navigating Statistics Canada Nonprofit Data – Webinar 1

22 March 2022

This was the first webinar in a series we hosted with Alberta Nonprofit Data Strategy and Statistics Canada. They shared tips on how to navigate and use their data. In the webinar you will learn about:

Statistics Canada data relevant to the nonprofit sector
How to better navigate the Statistics Canada website

The presentation slides are here. They contain activities for you to practice what you have learned!