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Presented by Global Philanthropic Canada

Thinking about Professional Development – Learning, Networking, Insights


AFP COMPASS, now in its fifteenth year, will be held May 4 – 6, 2025, at the Delta Calgary South – located at 135  Southland Drive SE in Calgary, AB.
 
This two and a half-day conference will feature:
• Four Keynote sessions
• 15+ Break-out Sessions
• Exhibition Hall
• Networking Breaks, Sessions and Activities
• Pre- and post-conference business and networking opportunities
 
Registration is now open for Early bird pricing, including discounts for groups of 3 or more from the same office. Click the link on the left-hand side of the page to connect to our registration page. We hope you’ll join us!

We expect participants from across Canada to participate, representing not-for-profit organizations involved in all areas of the sector. The participants are key decision-makers, including both executives as well as seasoned and newer professionals. Attendees represent the full spectrum of the sector including social services, animal welfare, educational institutions, health care, recovery centres, camps, seniors care homes, homeless shelters, food banks, and more.
 
Sponsors will have a unique opportunity to build their brand awareness at AFP COMPASS, develop new business leads, and demonstrate their commitment to the community. Section 8 of this Sponsorship Package outlines the Sponsorship Levels and Recognition.
 
Connecting With Community

The goal of the annual AFP COMPASS 2025 is designed to build a sense of community for not-for profit organizations involved in Fund development, Communications, Government Relations, Boards, Management and Leadership.   This is achieved by providing leading-edge education sessions led by subject-matter experts and offering ample opportunities to network and engage one-on-one. As a result, participants will return to their respective organizations and communities feeling inspired and equipped with new knowledge and strategies. Sponsors contribute to this goal by interacting with, and showcasing products and services of benefit to these organizations in carrying out their missions while gaining exposure, connections and business leads.  

AFP COMPASS 2025 theme: Buckle UP, Dive In and be Inspired.

National Philanthropy Day – Generosity of Spirit Awards

Nominations are now open for the eight Generosity of Spirit Awards. You can link directly to the awards page and the nomination forms on the link under “EVENTS” on the left-hand side of this page. Take advantage of our upcoming free session on Writing Award Winning Nominations on March 19th with Vincent Duckworth. There is no charge to attend this session, but you do need to register.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

CORUS ENTERTAINMENT – MEDIA PARTNER

AFP CALGARY & AREA – CANCELLATION POLICY

Please note that AFP Calgary & Area Chapter recognized that there are times when a registrant for an AFP Calgary & Area conference, program or course may need to make a change of plans. Click on the link below to review our Refund & Cancellation policy which applies to registration at all our events

In the Spirit of Truth and Reconciliation

We honour and acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Piikani and Kainai) the Tsuu’tina, the Iyahe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), the Otipemisiwak Métis Government (Moh’kins’tsis) of Alberta Districts 5 & 6, and all the people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta

Thank you to our Partners

Doc Seaman Outstanding Individual Philanthropist Award Sponsor
Video Taping Venue GOS Awards Sponsor

JOB BOARD

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