Discover opportunities for learning, professional development, and meaningful connection. Explore our flagship events, including the AFP COMPASS Conference and National Philanthropy Day, and submit a nomination for the Generosity of Spirit Awards. We’re glad you’re here and look forward to connecting with you.
MAY 3 – 5, 2026
Thanks to everyone for joining us at COMPASS 2026!
Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor – Global Philanthropic Canada – always great to work with you!
Apteco Canada is our Technology Platform sponsor – supporting the conference App technology – Thanks for your support – great to have you join us
Ross W. Marsh Consulting Group returned to support our amazing Opening speaker – Dr. Russell James
Thanks to our Plenary Sponsors – Pear Tree Canada and Momentum
And our founding chapter President, Gloria Stewart and her firm – Touchworks was the Sponsor of our Opening Reception. A great finish to just our first day!
We hope you’ll join us next year!
We have 6 outstanding plenary sessions and 35 breakout sessions cover these tracks:
- Fundraising, Strategy & Innovation
- Partnerships, External Relations & Data
- Communications, Marketing & Storytelling
- Career Development & Leadership
- Planned Giving
Nominations now open!
Nominations for this year’s awards close on Friday, May 22, 2026.
It’s the 30th anniversary of National Philanthropy Day in Calgary.
Don’t miss out on this special celebration!
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at the Calgary Hyatt Regency.
For more details and to register for all upcoming events:
AFP CALGARY & AREA – CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that AFP Calgary & Area Chapter recognizes there are times when a registrant for a conference, program or course may need to make a change of plans. Click HERE review our Refund & Cancellation policy which applies to registration at all our events.
JOB BOARD
- Associate, Philanthropy | CNIB
Regular Full Time Calgary, AB, CA Salary Range:$48,888.00 To $61,110.00 Annually Location: - Manager, Grants & Community Partnerships | Arthritis Society Canada
Location: Remote, Western Canada Employment Type: fulltime Level: management Salary Range: $71,400 – $91,800 Closing On: June - Senior Manager, Partnerships | Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada
Closing On: 2026-05-08 Location: Calgary Effective: Immediately Employment Type: contract Level: intermediate Salary Range: $90,000 – $95,000 Website:https://cafdn.org - Major Gift Advisor | Calgary Drop-In Centre
Department: Fund Development Job Category: Salary Reports To: Director, Development & Engagement - Senior Development Officer, Annual Giving | Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra
For seven decades, the Calgary Philharmonic has been welcoming communities together through - Director, Philanthropy | The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Location: Toronto Employment Type: fulltime Level: management Salary Range: $145,000 – $160,000 Closing On: May 15, 2026 - Communications Officer (Maternity Leave Coverage) | St. Mary’s University
ABOUT ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY:Our Vision: To be the preeminent Catholic University in - Alumni Relations & Events Officer (Full Time) | St Mary’s UniversityABOUT ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITYOur Vision: To be the preeminent Catholic University in
- Major Gifts Officer | Glenbow
Full-Time, Permanent PositionHiring Manager: VP, AdvancementSalary: $93,500 – $102,000Closing Date: April 6,
Thank you to our Partners
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.
