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Join us for our Around the Table, an informal mixer for community sector staff and volunteers on PEI! Now with a 1-hour workshop to help your organization prepare for pre-budget season!&nbsp;👀 Come ready to connect, share what you&#39;re working on, and collaborate with sector peers. No agenda, no presentations! Just good conversations over lunch with people who get it. 📅 Friday, October 9 🕙 1:00-3:00 p.m. 📍 Charlottetown Library Rotary Auditorium💸&nbsp;Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with no minimum fee required! CSNPEI appreciates any amount you might like to donate, but there&#39;s no pressure. This event is free to attend. Snacks and refreshments will be provided! All are welcome. Our workshop facilitator will be Sarah Outram, CSNPEI&#39;s own Director of Policy and Research.&nbsp;Coming from a background of nonprofit leadership, government relations, and a dash of scientific research, Sarah is passionate about community service, and the immense value our nonprofit sector brings to the Island. An active member of Fusion Charlottetown, the PEI Women&#39;s Institute, and the Chair&#39;s Circle for Gender Equality, she believes in the power of community to impact the world around us.&nbsp;From supporting PhD research projects in the polar bear capital of the world, to her past role as ED for the PEI Coalition for Women&rsquo;s Leadership, Sarah&rsquo;s desire to help others succeed has shaped her into who she is today.&nbsp; Around the Table&nbsp;is a recurring mixer hosted by the Community Sector Network of PEI, bringing together community sector staff and volunteers for roundtable-style conversations and collaboration. Sessions are informal and open to all, with a focus on peer connection, idea sharing, and sector support.

Around the Table: A Nonprofit Mixer & Pre-Budget Workshop

Are you an employer or manager in the nonprofit or charitable sector on PEI? Are you a staff member seeking to update policy and learn more about provincial employment standards? Join Robert Yeo from Labour Relations, and Sarah Outram from CSN, for a workshop review session, with time for your questions. Changes to this act went into effect in June 2026 - join us over some light refreshments, and make sure your team is up-to-date! Can&#39;t make this one? A second session will be held in Summerside soon.&nbsp;

Nonprofit Workshop: Employment Standard's Act Updates & Review

Join us for our Around the Table, an informal mixer for community sector staff and volunteers on PEI! Now in Montague&nbsp;👀 Come ready to connect, share what you&#39;re working on, and collaborate with sector peers. No agenda, no presentations! Just good conversations over lunch with people who get it. 📅 Thursday, September 24 🕙 11:30-1:00 📍 Cavendish Wellness Centre, Montague💸 Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with no minimum fee required! CSNPEI appreciates any amount you might like to donate, but there&#39;s no pressure. Lunch will be provided! All are welcome. Around the Table&nbsp;is a recurring mixer hosted by the Community Sector Network of PEI, bringing together community sector staff and volunteers for roundtable-style conversations and collaboration. Sessions are informal and open to all, with a focus on peer connection, idea sharing, and sector support.

Around the Table: A Nonprofit Mixer (September Edition)

Le R&eacute;seau des services communautaires de l&#39;&Icirc;.-P.-&Eacute;. se projette vers l&#39;avenir et nous voulons que nos membres contribuent &agrave; fa&ccedil;onner ce qui vient ensuite! Dans le cadre de notre prochain processus de planification strat&eacute;gique, nous invitons les membres du CSNPEI &agrave; participer &agrave; l&#39;un des deux forums de discussion interactifs ax&eacute;s sur l&#39;avenir de notre secteur, de nos communaut&eacute;s et de nos services et programmes pour vous! Ces sessions sont une occasion de partager des id&eacute;es, d&#39;identifier les priorit&eacute;s et les d&eacute;fis &eacute;mergents, et d&#39;aider &agrave; orienter la direction future du CSNPEI de mani&egrave;re collaborative et significative. Votre voix, votre exp&eacute;rience et votre perspective sont importantes pour ce processus, et nous esp&eacute;rons que vous vous joindrez &agrave; nous alors que nous travaillons ensemble pour imaginer le prochain chapitre du CSNPEI.

Forum des membres sur la planification stratégique (en ligne)

The Community Services Network of PEI is looking ahead and we want our members to help shape what comes next! As part of our upcoming strategic planning process, we&rsquo;re inviting CSNPEI members to participate in one of two interactive discussion forums focused on the future of our sector, our communities, and our services and programs to you! You only need to attend one session, choose whichever format works best for you online or in-person. These sessions are an opportunity to share ideas, identify emerging priorities and challenges, and help guide the future direction of CSNPEI in a collaborative and meaningful way. Your voice, experience, and perspective are important to this process, and we hope you&rsquo;ll join us as we work together to imagine the next chapter for CSNPEI.

Strategic planning member forum (online)

Forum des membres de la planification stratégique (en personne)

The Community Services Network of PEI is looking ahead and we want our members to help shape what comes next! As part of our upcoming strategic planning process, we&rsquo;re inviting CSNPEI members to participate in one of two interactive discussion forums focused on the future of our sector, our communities, and our services and programs to you! You only need to attend one session, choose whichever format works best for you in-person or online. These sessions are an opportunity to share ideas, identify emerging priorities and challenges, and help guide the future direction of CSNPEI in a collaborative and meaningful way. Your voice, experience, and perspective are important to this process, and we hope you&rsquo;ll join us as we work together to imagine the next chapter for CSNPEI.

Strategic planning member forum (in-person)

Are you a member of CSNPEI and have questions about your membership? This is the info session for you! Join our Membership Coordinator to learn about your membership benefits, how to navigate our website, our programs, and ask any questions you might have. If you&#39;re not a member yet and are wondering what you&#39;d gain from joining us, we welcome you to join this session! You&#39;ll also be able to ask any questions regarding our fee rates and application requirements. This is a free session. All are welcome!We&#39;ll meet online on Wednesday, April 29 at 11 AM.

CSNPEI Membership Info Session and Q&A

This interactive workshop empowers participants to take control of their financial future by exploring practical strategies for savings, investments, insurance, retirement planning, and estate transfer. Designed for individuals at all stages of life, the session will demystify complex financial concepts and translate them into actionable steps that participants can apply immediately.&nbsp; Topics will include how to set realistic financial goals, protect loved ones through insurance, grow wealth with disciplined savings and investments, and prepare for retirement with confidence. Special attention will be given to segregated funds and estate planning, ensuring participants understand how to safeguard assets and transfer wealth effectively.&nbsp; The workshop emphasizes inclusivity, making financial literacy accessible to newcomers, families, and professionals alike. By the end, participants will leave with a personalized roadmap and renewed confidence in their ability to plan for the future. ~ About Evans Webbo ~ Evans Webbo is a Licensed Independent Financial Professional and educator in Charlottetown, PEI. Drawing on his experience in pharmacy, business, and licensed financial services, he helps newcomers and community members build financial confidence through clear, practical guidance. As the author of the digital resource Newcomer Financial Orientation Guide, Evans works with community organizations to deliver accessible, culturally sensitive financial literacy workshops that equip participants with solutions to achieve their personal financial goals. To access Evans&#39;s resources, visit <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.evanswebbo.com/guide-optin" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">evanswebbo.com/guide-optin</a>To contact Evans, you can email him at <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:webbo.ev@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">webbo.ev@gmail.com</a> or call at 902-629-5924

Building Financial Freedom: Free Webinar

Join CSNPEI on February 24 for an online workshop on Strategic Planning with Sonia Byrne! Without a strategic plan, organizations struggle to determine long-term goals, set budget requirements, and attract and retain effective board members. What will your organization focus on in the coming 2-5 years? In the post-pandemic experience of leading, many small businesses, entrepreneurs, and non-profit organizations are opting to create a longer-term focus but require a simplified process for strategic planning. The development of a strategic plan can provide stability, sustainability, and direction for you, your team, and your clients. But, how do you know if you are ready to create a strategic plan? And what will be the process to develop and introduce such a plan? Attend this session to learn about:<ul fr-original-style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;" value="1">The simple 4-step process of developing a strategic plan;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;" value="2">The benefits and challenges of collaborative planning;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;" value="3">The community-building foundational structures of mission, vision and values for your organization.</li></ul> ~ Event details at a glance ~🗓️&nbsp;When: Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 1-2:30 PM📍&nbsp;Where:&nbsp;Online (Zoom)💸&nbsp;Pricing:&nbsp;$25 for CSNPEI members, $50 for non-members ~ About Sonia Byrne ~Sonia is the principal consultant with&nbsp;Sonia Byrne &amp; Associates, known within the Canadian non-profit sector for strategic planning and leadership consultation with teams and boards. She has provided consulting services to the sector since 2009 and has completed more than 50 strategic plans with non-profit organizations. Sonia Byrne &amp; Associates has provided consulting to leadership teams in organizations across Canada, the USA, Mexico, Europe and the Middle East through their Mindful Leadership for Success programs and services. Sonia is a teacher and facilitator with Centennial College in Toronto, St. Mary&#39;s University in Nova Scotia and the Community Sector Council entrepreneurial and workplace readiness programs in Atlantic Canada focusing on the importance of self-awareness, mindfulness and intentional communication for people in business and in life. Sign up today!

Strategic Planning and Why It Matters: Online Workshop

<h2 data-end="679" data-start="653" fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">About the Summit</h2>The PEI Community Impact Summit is a 2 day conference designed to empower PEI&rsquo;s nonprofit and community leaders by fostering collaboration, sharing innovative strategies, and promoting inclusive community-building practices. The summit will strengthen organizational capacity, enhance cross-sector partnerships, and foster economic and social resilience across the Island. Participants will leave with practical tools, deeper connections, and renewed inspiration to create sustainable community impact. <h2 data-end="3446" data-start="3417" fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">Why Partner with Us</h2>By sponsoring the PEI Community Impact Summit, your organization will be directly supporting:<ul data-end="3976" data-start="3542" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="3624" data-start="3542" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Capacity-building for over 150 nonprofit and community leaders across PEI.</li><li data-end="3851" data-start="3762" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Cross-sector innovation and collaboration that drives economic and social impact.</li><li data-end="3976" data-start="3852" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Visibility and engagement with a diverse network of nonprofits, funders, government representatives, and businesses.</li></ul>

PEI Community Impact Summit 2026 — Sponsorship Opportunities

We accept online payments for membership. Please choose the membership option that pertains your organizational size.

We accept online payments for membership. Please choose the membership option that pertains your organizational size.

Join CSNPEI as a Member

CSNPEI invites corporate and government friends of the sector to become Sustainers and enjoy a range of benefits, including significant discounts to CSNPEI events, and recognition in CSNPEI's annual report and website.  <span style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0.25px;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;float:none;display:inline !important;box-sizing:inherit">Sustainers provide an extra level of support and play a key role for CSNPEI, ensuring we have the resources to pursue policy and cross-sectoral issues in a proactive and effective manner.

CSNPEI invites corporate and government friends of the sector to become Sustainers and enjoy a range of benefits, including significant discounts to CSNPEI events, and recognition in CSNPEI's annual report and website. Sustainers provide an extra level of support and play a key role for CSNPEI, ensuring we have the resources to pursue policy and cross-sectoral issues in a proactive and effective manner.

Support CSNPEI as a Sustainer

We accept online payments for membership.&nbsp;Please choose the membership option that pertains your organizational size.

Renew as a Member of CSNPEI

Are you an employer or manager in the nonprofit or charitable sector on PEI? Are you a staff member seeking to update policy and learn more about provincial employment standards? Join Robert Yeo from Labour Relations, and Sarah Outram from CSN, for a workshop review session, with time for your questions. Changes to this act went into effect in June 2026 - join us over some light refreshments, and make sure your team is up-to-date!

Nonprofit Workshop: Employment Standard's Act Updates & Review (Summerside)

Join us for an insightful workshop on strategic communications for nonprofit organizations!&nbsp;👀 During the session, we&rsquo;ll explore:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;">What a strategic communications plan is</li><li fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;">Why strategic communications matters</li><li fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;">How communications differs from marketing</li><li fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;">How mission, vision, and values shape organizational messaging</li><li fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;">The signs that an organization may need a communications reset</li><li fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;">Practical steps for creating a more consistent approach</li></ul>The session is intended for staff, executive directors, board members, volunteers, and leaders who want their organization&rsquo;s social media, website, emails, events, and public messaging to better reflect its identity and impact. ~ Details ~ 📅 Thursday, October 22 🕙 10:00-11:30 a.m. 📍 Murphy&#39;s Community Centre, Room 207💸 Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with a $20 minimum for CSNPEI Members and $40 for non-members. We have a limited number of free tickets, so please contact us directly if you&#39;d like to access them! A light breakfast&nbsp;will be provided! All are welcome. ~ Our facilitator ~Mitch Sanderson is a strategic communications consultant who helps nonprofit, sport, and community organizations turn complex ideas into clear, practical communication. Drawing on experience in communications, leadership, program development, governance, and storytelling, he works with organizations to build strategies that strengthen their identity, improve consistency, and make better use of limited time and resources. Previously the Communications &amp; True Sport Lead with Sport PEI, Mitch brings experience from across the nonprofit and community sectors, as well as journalism, coaching, and organizational leadership. His approach focuses on making strategic communications accessible and realistic for organizations that may not have dedicated communications staff or large marketing budgets.

Intro to Strategic Communications for Nonprofit Organizations Workshop

Join us for our Around the Table, an informal mixer for community sector staff and volunteers on PEI! Now with a 1-hour workshop to help your organization engage with the provincial government! 👀 Come ready to connect, share what you&#39;re working on, and collaborate with sector peers. No agenda, no presentations! Just good conversations over lunch with people who get it. 📅 Friday, November 6 🕙 1:00-3:00 p.m. 📍 Kensington Town Office💸&nbsp;Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with no minimum fee required! CSNPEI appreciates any amount you might like to donate, but there&#39;s no pressure. This event is free to attend. Snacks and refreshments will be provided! All are welcome. Our workshop facilitator will be Sarah Outram, CSNPEI&#39;s own Director of Policy and Research.&nbsp;Coming from a background of nonprofit leadership, government relations, and a dash of scientific research, Sarah is passionate about community service, and the immense value our nonprofit sector brings to the Island. An active member of Fusion Charlottetown, the PEI Women&#39;s Institute, and the Chair&#39;s Circle for Gender Equality, she believes in the power of community to impact the world around us.&nbsp;From supporting PhD research projects in the polar bear capital of the world, to her past role as ED for the PEI Coalition for Women&rsquo;s Leadership, Sarah&rsquo;s desire to help others succeed has shaped her into who she is today.&nbsp; Around the Table&nbsp;is a recurring mixer hosted by the Community Sector Network of PEI, bringing together community sector staff and volunteers for roundtable-style conversations and collaboration. Sessions are informal and open to all, with a focus on peer connection, idea sharing, and sector support.

Around the Table: A Nonprofit Mixer & Government Relations Workshop

Join us for an insightful workshop on identity theft and cybersecurity for nonprofit organizations! 👀 📅 Thursday, November 12 🕙 10:30-12:00 p.m. 📍 Charlottetown Library Rotary Auditorium💸&nbsp;Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with no minimum fee required. You can make a donation to CSNPEI if you&#39;d like, but there is no pressure. Access to this event is free! Snacks and refreshments will be provided! All are welcome. ~ Our facilitators from Provincial Credit Union ~<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" id="isPasted" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Farzana Yeasmin, Business Solutions Coordinator</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sueli Heise, Member Service Representative II</li></ul>

Identity Theft and Cybersecurity Workshop with PCU

This year, CSNPEI is hosting a Holiday Season Potluck to end the year with warm conversations and cheerful celebrations&nbsp;🎄✨ Join us on November 27 from 3 to 5 PM to share a meal and connect with others in the sector. All you need to do is bring a dish for yourself or to share! This event is free to attend. All are welcome! Any donations you wish to make to CSNPEI will be greatly appreciated, but there&#39;s no pressure :)

Community Sector Network of PEI

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Nonprofit Workshop: Employment Standard's Act Updates & Review (Summerside)

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Intro to Strategic Communications for Nonprofit Organizations Workshop

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Around the Table: A Nonprofit Mixer & Government Relations Workshop

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Identity Theft and Cybersecurity Workshop with PCU

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Holiday Season Potluck

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