Tariff Talks – with Speaker Shannon Zimmerman
May 27, 12:00-1:30 EST – Virtual
FREE, Member-only

Shannon Zimmerman, who most recently served as Chief of Staff for Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, join us for the last in our Navigating Uncertainty series. Don’t miss it!

Summer Summit – Program Just Announced!
July 9-11
DoubleTree by Hilton Kitchener

Great news! The full program for CSAE's Summer Summit 2025 is now live on our website. Explore the sessions, speakers, and networking opportunities waiting for you this July in Kitchener-Waterloo. Plus, for the first long weekend of summer… save $100 off Summer Summit registration* with promo code CSAESUMMER.
*Promo code valid until 11:59 pm on Monday 19

Canadian CEO Symposium – Mark Your Calendar
November 18-19 – virtual
January 27-28, 2026 – in-person
Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites

CSAE’s signature CEO Symposium returns, and it’s happening right here in Canada. Join us virtually or in person and meet the Experts: Glenn Tecker – widely acknowledged as one of the world's foremost experts on association leadership and strategy; and Donna French Dunn, CAE – who specializes in guiding associations through strategic planning, governance transformation, and organizational design.

 in-person attendance

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CAE^® Fall Term NOW OPEN!

Registration for the Fall Term of the Certified Association Executive (CAE^®) Program is now open! Take the next step in your professional development and join a fully online, sector-specific leadership program designed to advance your career in the not-for-profit world. 

Marina Dimitriadis, Canadian Trees for Life 

My name is Marina Dimitriadis, and I’m the new Executive Director at Trees for Life. I recently joined CSAE on the recommendation of Tony DiGiovanni and Joe Salemi, who both serve on the Trees for Life Board and spoke highly of the value of CSAE’s courses. I plan to take all available courses and work toward certification. While I haven’t had any special involvement with CSAE yet, I’m looking forward to diving in – learning, growing as a leader, and building connections with others in the sector. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn and follow Trees for Life on LinkedIn.

Be Part of the CSAE Community

Being part of a like-minded community has never been more important, as we stand stronger together. CSAE membership has many benefits, including access to exclusive member-only content, discounts on in-person events and the ability to work towards the professionally recognized CAE designation.

How Association Plan Sponsors Can Use Biosimilars to Support Employee Health and Reduce Drug Costs

In the association industry, attracting and retaining top talent is often a critical challenge, especially in a competitive market where employees have numerous options. To stand out as an employer of choice, offering comprehensive employee benefits as part of the total compensation package is more than a strategy, it’s a necessity. One innovative approach associations can adopt to manage costs while maintaining robust benefits is the inclusion of biosimilars in their health plans.

Delivering True Value: How Associations Can Stand Out in a Competitive Landscape

The most successful associations are those that evolve with their members, anticipating their needs and delivering solutions before they even ask. Discover how to deliver true value to your members.

Explore content on the key competencies of governance, organizational direction, leading people, operations and value to membership:

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Interested in finding the latest career opportunities in the association sector? Click here to find the most recent postings, such as:

Title: Program Manager (contract position) / Gestionnaire de programmes (poste contractuel)
Organization: Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA)
Location: Ottawa - Hybrid work environment / mode de travail hybride
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Title: President and CEO
Organization: Canadian Meat Council
Location: Ottawa
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Title: Manager, Internal Communication and Education (contract position) / Gestionnaire, communications internes et formation (poste contractuel)
Organization: Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA)
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Webinar: Maximizing Member Value with AI: Strategic Approaches for Associations
May 20, 2025 – 1:00 pm ET
Free Webinar

In today’s fast-changing tech landscape, associations have something truly valuable that general AI models don’t: deep industry knowledge and member expertise. Join this exclusive CSAE member webinar to learn from association tech and AI expert Rob Wenger, CEO of Higher Logic. 

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Webinar: Understanding Insurance Exposures for Non-Profit Associations
May 22, 2025 – 1:00 pm ET
Free Webinar

Join the CSAE Insurance and IPMGA experts on this webinar where you’ll gain an understanding of insurance exposures for Non-Profit associations and explore the fundamental concepts of insurance coverage, including liability, property, directors and officers (D&O), professional liability, cyber liability and more.

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Association Governance Survey

Calling all Association Leaders! Participate in OnBoard’s 2025 Association Governance Survey to help uncover key trends and common challenges in the association boardroom.

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Canadian Business Travel Spending Surpassed Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024 but 2025 Outlook Tempered by Market Uncertainty
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) examined the $37.6 billion CAD Canadian business travel sector during its 2025 Canada Conference, held April 28-30 in Toronto.
Hospitality Net

From Chaos to Clarity: Inside Planning a Successful Conference
Improving how you plan and execute your flagship events enables your team to deliver exceptional experiences that empower your attendees.
MPI Event Blog

“More Sales, Less Margin”: Why Association Events Are Getting Harder to Pull Off
A 2025 report on global association trends confirms that while events are a top driver of member engagement and a core income stream, the research suggests that delivering successful events is becoming increasingly difficult.
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Strengthen your leadership with reliable, up-to-date compensation benchmarks that reflect the realities of Canadian associations. This report provides the key insights you need to create fair and competitive packages.

This interactive guide introduces associations, their role in society, and common types. It also covers the structure of Canadian associations, detailing the roles and duties of the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers. With detailed explanations, case studies, and examples, “Intro to Associations” is an essential resource for professionals and volunteers new to the association world.

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