Watermark Matters
Insights, news and trends to keep you current

2017 Issues

October
Your October 2017 Watermark Matters is here!

2016 Issues

December
Holiday conversation kick-starters; Your annual Director Education Program.

September
You’re the new chair of the board…now what?

June
Philanthropic apple doesn’t fall far from the tree; Chemistry and effective board behaviour.

March
What ‘money messages’ do you carry?; Five signs your board may be in trouble.

2015 Issues

December
Imagine Canada Accreditation program; How effective is your fundraising?

August
Preparing board members for governance excellence; Would you know a charity if it hit you in the face?

May
Charity overhead: A nuanced conversation for donors and charities; Is your board a Ferrari, and compact or a clunker?

February
What’s your philanthropic plan?; Nonprofit leaders give boards a B- in overall performance.

2014 Issues

November
Unlocking the power of women’s philanthropy; New research shows foundation assets and grants increase.

August
The power of diaspora fundraising; Is it time to resign from your non-profit board?; Greater potential for women’s philanthropy in Canada.

May
Philanthropic Foundations Canada supports effective grant-making; Does your non-profit board understand its role in fundraising?

April
Watermark partners with the Government of Barbados and the EU to build NGO capacity.

February
Board, bored or boored?; Charities Aid Foundation to enable global giving by Canadians.

2013 Issues

December
A new voice for global giving; The wealth paradox;

October
How well do you know Canadian charity law?; Vital Signs Toronto calls for philanthropic leadership.

August
Is a graduate degree in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership in your future?; How inclusive is your fundraising?

June
Watermark in the Caribbean; Imagine Canada sets a new standard.

June Appointment
Sharilyn named a BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer.