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Dive into HR Intervals’ blog covering the latest HR trends and key topics, such as the impact of the four-day workweek on Canadian nonprofits, cybersecurity in the nonprofit sector, and strategies for cultural competency. Featuring insights from HR thought leaders, these pieces offer valuable knowledge to help you stay informed and enhance your organization's HR practices.

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How to be the nonprofit every fundraiser wants to work for

Nonprofits constantly struggle to hire and keep great fundraisers, with the average tenure of a development professional being just 16 months. Competition for talent is fierce, whether it’s for roles focused on individual donors, corporate partners, or grant fundraising. Seasoned fundraisers often choose to fly solo as consultants and fractional directors of development, thinning out the talent pool even more.

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Let’s Imagine Podcast Episode 30: Beyond Inclusion: Decolonizing Workplaces and Centering Cultural Safety

In this powerful new episode of Let’s Imagine, host Bruce MacDonald welcomes Eden Fineday — award-winning nêhiyaw (Cree) journalist, changemaker, and Publisher of IndigiNews.

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Passion versus exhaustion: 2025 Changemaker Wellbeing Index reveals toll on Canada’s non-profit workers

The strength of Canada’s communities depends on the people behind it. New data from Future of Good and Environics Research shows non-profit and charitable workers are facing complex wellbeing challenges that demand our collective attention.

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Tech talent in Canada’s nonprofit sector: What HR professional in nonprofits need to know

The following insights come from a comprehensive report — Canada’s Nonprofit Tech Workforce by the Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience — which analyzes the state of tech work in nonprofits. It highlights systemic challenges in hiring, retaining, and supporting digital talent — and outlines why HR leadership and people strategy are more important than ever.

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The importance of salary scales

Establishing clear salary scales is crucial for nonprofits to attract and retain qualified staff, ensuring compensation aligns with industry standards and organizational budgets. This practice promotes transparency, equity, and financial sustainability within the organization.

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Toxic working environment: information sheet for nonprofits

Learn how to identify, prevent, and address toxic workplace environments with expert insights from Marie-Hélène Chèvrefils of Evō conseils.

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Building Cultural Competency and Cultural Safety

Developing cultural competency and ensuring cultural safety are essential for organizations aiming to create inclusive environments that respect and acknowledge diverse cultural backgrounds. This involves continuous learning, self-reflection, and the implementation of policies and practices that address power imbalances and promote equitable interactions.

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Deep Work Week: A Strategy for Uninterrupted Focus and Innovation

Implementing a 'Deep Work Week' involves dedicating uninterrupted periods to focus on cognitively demanding tasks, thereby enhancing productivity and fostering innovation. This strategy aligns with Cal Newport's concept of deep work, which emphasizes minimizing distractions to achieve peak concentration and efficiency.

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What newly available data tells us about cybersecurity in Canadian nonprofits

Nonprofits face growing cybersecurity threats, yet they invest far less in protection than private businesses—discover key insights from the latest Canadian Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Survey.

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ARAO Learning Club

Discover five powerful resources that sparked insightful discussions in our Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression (ARAO) Learning Club, covering topics from AI bias to community philanthropy.

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How The Four-Day Workweek Is Changing Non-Profits In Canada

The four-day workweek is gaining traction in Canadian nonprofits, improving staff retention, employee well-being, and organizational productivity.

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