The Pulse: Surveys & Articles

1. Survey Results: The impact of COVID-19 on membership, financial viability and staffing
Conducted in partnership with The Portage Group, the first Pulse survey was designed to track the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Canadian association sector. We are pleased to share the findings here, based on the responses of 372 Canadian associations and other not-for-profit organizations between April 29 and May 8, 2020. This report focuses on the impact of COVID-19 on membership, financial viability and staffing.  Read more.

2. New survey: The impact of COVID-19 on return to work
Please take a few minutes to complete the second Pulse survey, here, by June 11th.

3. Hiring & Job Hunting During a Pandemic
With news of record layoffs rivalling the Great Depression, an economy in deep recession, and the universal unknown of what the future holds, it may surprise people to learn that some associations have been hiring. For those now starting a job search or looking to hire, the latest volume of The Pulse, produced by The Portage Group, provides insights for both employers on what they will face in terms of securing candidates and,  for job seekers, the competencies being sought. Read more.