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NETSQUARED VANCOUVER EVENTS
Most NetSquared events are free, so don’t be shy – come join us!
7 Steps to Growing Your Nonprofit With Youtube Videos
When: Tuesday, September 13
RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/net2van/events/231018982/
In this workshop we are going to discuss 7 actionable steps that will allow to grow your organization on Youtube and show them in action! You will learn how to:
- Find topics in demand
- Create content that mesmerizes your audience
- Make your videos easy to watch, listen and find
An Evening with Hootsuite’s Social Media Experts
When: Wednesday, September 20
RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/net2van/events/232598112/
Join us for an evening of training with Hootsuite’s top social media experts! New to social? We are here to get your started with the following:
- a basic social media strategy
- understanding the importance of social listening
- where to find the kind of content your followers will love
Also get the chance to chat 1 to 1 with a Hootsuite social media expert to answer your questions!
How to Use Domain Names to Build and Protect your Brand Online
When: Monday, October 24
RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/net2van/events/230551601/
Get the inside scoop on how to choose the right domain name and brand yourself online. We’ll tackle the tough questions about choosing a domain name, getting your website up running, hosting email on your domain, and more.
NETSQUARED VICTORIA EVENTS
How to Develop and Own your Brand Online
When: Tuesday, October 25
RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/Net2Vic/events/230564077/
Get the inside scoop on how to choose the right domain name and brand yourself online. We’ll tackle the tough questions about choosing a domain name, getting your website up running, hosting email on your domain, and more.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER POSTINGS
Ladies Learning Code
- Vancouver Chapter Lead (Full-Time): http://jobs.ladieslearningcode.com/job_posts/570
- Youth Programs Operations Lead: http://jobs.ladieslearningcode.com/job_posts/566
The Vancouver Chapter of Ladies Learning Code was the first-ever Chapter to launch outside of Toronto in 2012, and has been a cornerstone of our national Chapter community ever since. Today, the Vancouver Chapter is a thriving hub offering workshops and part-time technology education programs to hundreds of women and youth each and every year. In 2016, the Vancouver Chapter is expanding their lineup of programming to include our Digital Skills Part-Time program, a 7-week course designed to equip women with key technical skills to help advance their careers — and this is only the beginning of many big and exciting growth opportunities coming up for Ladies Learning Code Vancouver!
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If you have a job to share reach out on Twitter using the hashtag #net2van.
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EVENTS FOR NONPROFITS PLANNED BY OUR FRIENDS
WEBINAR: Tableau Software: How Data Visualization can Empower your Nonprofit
When: September 8
RSVP: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7441260877460089346?mc_cid=4a43f330ea
Tableau, the world’s leading data visualization software, is an incredibly powerful tool for helping you understand and present your data. And now eligible nonprofits can finally take advantage of it through TechSoup Canada. Chad Skelton, an award-winning data journalist and Tableau expert, will show you how nonprofits can use Tableau to make sense of their data and create interactive maps and charts to share their data with others.
Founders: Building Your Team Of Champions
When: September 14
RSVP: http://www.thevantagepoint.ca/events/workshops/founders-building-your-team-champions
Vantage Point’s new Founders: Building Your Team of Champions workshop focuses on ways for Not-For-Profit Founders to share their leadership by boosting active participation from board and staff and delegating work to others. Using Susan Kenny Steven’s Nonprofit Lifecycles model, participants assess their organization’s current lifecycle stage and identify relevant and concrete steps to increase engagement from others in key areas of leadership, governance, and management.
Black Boys CODE Presents – Learn to Build a Web Page in a Day
When: Saturday, September 17
RSVP: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/black-boys-code-presents-learn-to-build-a-web-page-in-a-day-tickets-27233158109
Designed for boys age 8-17 and a pre-requiste for follow on titles our workshop will provide instruction on how to design and build a website. The workshop is designed to encourage student-driven learning, as participants think analytically, design, play, and code in real-time. No prior programming experience is required to attend this class.
Lumohack: a hackathon for cancer patients
When: September 17th-18
RSVP: http://lumohacks.com/
lumohacks is a 24-hour hackathon where we will use tech to improve the lives of cancer patients! There will be mentors in Healthcare / Tech, and 3D Printers–don’t forget the Food, Fun, and Prizes! Everyone is welcome to attend.
Van IMPACT 2016
When: September 21 and 22, 2016
RSVP: http://www.vanimpact.com/
Learn from and be inspired by amazing speakers, with topics ranging from measuring
social impact, to building a values aligned corporate culture, to staying sane as the
founder of a high-growth startup.
Learn business boosting tactics you can implement immediately, during the roundtable
flash workshops
Surround yourself with 500+ like minded change makers in an intimate setting, with plenty
of opportunities to have those invaluable “hallway conversations”
Progress Summit BC
When: September 22-23
RSVP: http://www.broadbentinstitute.ca/bcsummit
Bringing leading thinkers, policy experts and organizers together for Progress Summit BC to chart a path forward for a progressive BC.
National Learn To Code Day
When: September 24, 2016
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vancouver-national-learn-to-code-day-2016-interactive-stories-game-making-with-html-css-on-tickets-26414959856
On September 24th, 2016, Ladies Learning Code is hosting its fourth annual National Learn to Code Day — the first and only event of its kind in Canada. On that day, over 1,500 Canadians will gather together in over 25 communities to challenge themselves to learn a new skill: interactive storytelling and game making using HTML & CSS.
Tableau Training: Telling stories with data
When: September 24-25
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tableau-training-telling-stories-with-data-tickets-25800950337?aff=es2
This two-day, hands-on workshop with award-winning data journalist Chad Skelton will teach you the fundamentals of Tableau, the world’s leading data visualization software, as well as the principles of good data storytelling. You’ll learn the technical skills you need to use Tableau effectively to analyze and visualize your data. And you’ll also learn the art of telling stories with data — from how to choose the right chart type to designing engaging Dashboards — from someone with years of experience building popular interactive maps and charts.
VOLUNTEER FUTURES: Annual Training Event for Volunteers, Non-Profits & Charities
When: September 28-30, 2016
RSVP: http://goo.gl/vaGiF1
Volunteer BC’s annual training event – VOLUNTEER FUTURES. Find out what’s happening around volunteerism across BC. Network, learn best practices, re-visit the basics and build new skills. Let’s look forward by looking back.
Anyone interested in learning more about volunteerism and non-profits are welcome. Join us!
VanFutures Hackathon
When: Friday, September 30 – October 2
RSVP: http://vanfutures.ca/
A 48-hour crunch tackling the city’s most pressing problems. Collaborate with builders, architects & communicators to shape your future.
Ladies Learning Code: Digital Skills for Beginners Part-Time Program
When: October 11th to November 24th (Tuesday & Thursday Evenings for 7 Weeks)
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vancouver-digital-skills-for-beginners-part-time-program-october-11th-to-november-24th-tuesday-tickets-26552966638
With the hands-on, social and collaborative learning approach we’re known and loved for, this part-time 7 week program will give you the opportunity to learn directly from industry leading designers and developers and upgrade your skills, explore your desire to make a career switch or start your own business or just learn something new! Scroll down to see the full curriculum!
AFP Breakfast Event: How to Find Your Next BIG Donor
When: October 13
RSVP: http://afpvancouver.org/Upcoming-Events.aspx
Information and tips for finding new individual, corporate and foundation donors with low-cost and no-cost options for smaller shops.
Imagine Canada Sector Social Discussion
When: October 18
RSVP: http://www.imaginecanada.ca/ic-events/sector-social-vancouver
Join Vancouver’s leaders and changemakers from nonprofits, foundations, and corporations of every size for an evening of drinks, dessert and discussion as we explore the Future of Philanthropy.
The event will feature a panel discussion, “The Future of Philanthropy”. Come ready to engage with our panelists as they give you their take on what’s next for the charitable sector in Canada and we open the floor for a thought provoking Q&A.
2016 Vancouver National Philanthropy Day
When: Wednesday, November 23
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2016-vancouver-national-philanthropy-day-tickets-19851364967
Join us as we celebrate the 19th Annual National Philanthropy Day in Vancouver, hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. This year’s National Philanthropy Day also includes a full-day professional development opportunity for Fundraisers, the National Philanthropy Day Summit. We will also be celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Giving Hearts Awards!
Executive Director Pro-D Day Conference
When: Thursday, November 24
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/executive-director-pro-d-day-conference-tickets-5714189294
This exciting day-long event will consist of eight workshops led by fellow Executive Directors, a dynamic keynote address by Vu Le (ED of Rainier Valley Corps and author of Non-Profits with Balls blog), lunch, networking opportunities, and a post-conference publication encapsulating a Top 5 list for each workshop topic.
AFP Giving Tuesday Networking Mingler
When: November 29
RSVP: http://afpvancouver.org/Upcoming-Events.aspx
Meet other fundraisers and non-profit professionals in an informal and fun setting. Make connections and stay up-to-date on our sector.
Admission to the event is free but guests must pay for their own food and beverages. Bring your business cards and we’ll see you there!
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