CSAE Annual Conference Program is LIVE!
October 21-24
Victoria, BC

Dive into the MOMENTUM conference programming and elevate your association’s impact. Explore hands-on sessions, inspiring keynotes, and strategic workshops designed to accelerate growth and innovation. You’ll uncover proven tactics for member engagement, pipeline development, sustainable board structures, policy readiness, high-impact communications, and more!

Canadian CEO Symposium – Save the Date!
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

 virtual attendance

Congratulations to Our New CAE^® Graduates!

A heartfelt round of applause to the latest cohort of professionals who have earned their Certified Association Executive (CAE^®) designation! If you’re interested in shaping the future of association leadership, learn more about the CAE^® program today!

ICYMI - CSAE Board Member Applications

Applications are invited for positions on CSAE’s Board of Directors and Board committee. This is your opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of CSAE and advance association excellence in Canada.

Deadline: Submissions must be received by CSAE by 5:00 pm ET, on July 3, 2025

Summer Summit Countdown!
July 9-11
DoubleTree by Hilton Kitchener

With less than 3 weeks to go, we can’t wait to welcome you to Waterloo Region from July 9–11. Don’t miss these Partner Events:

July 8 – Explore Waterloo Region: Day of Sites: discover the best sites in the region during this curated day ahead of Summer Summit. More Information.

July 9 – Cambridge-Kitchener-Waterloo Venue Series: features curated face-to-face meetings with preferred vendors, plus an immersive lunch buffet, delicious sips and world-class prizes! More information.

Limited tickets are still available!

Jeff Hanlan - MemberView

My name is Jeff Hanlan, and I’m the President of MemberView. I joined CSAE over 25 years ago when I began my journey as Manager of Member Services. In 2003, I was honored to receive the Donna Mary Shaw Award for leadership potential in the not-for-profit industry, which gave me the confidence to excel in membership development. CSAE has equipped me with the knowledge and competencies through professional development and publications that were crucial for my growth in the membership field. Today, I am proud to serve as the co-chair of CSAE’s Membership Advisory Group and am in my fifth year of running my own membership consulting business. CSAE has helped make my dreams a reality! Feel free to connect with me 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:

Employers...
Leverage CSAE’s relationship with over 15,000 association executives to fill your next position. Post your job to AssociationJobs.ca now! CSAE members save 40%.

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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: Executive Director
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Location: Mississauga, Ontario
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Title: Executive Content Strategist
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Location: Edmonton, Alberta
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Title: TPE (Test of Professional Experience) Coordinator
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Webinar: Maximizing Member Value with AI: Strategic Approaches for Associations
June 24, 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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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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Tariffs, Riots, Travel Bans: Contract Language to Protect Planners
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Seven Toronto Venues That’ll 100 Percent Defy Your Attendees’ Expectations
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From Mission to Message: How Associations Can Compete for Top Talent
Today’s workforce, especially Gen Z and younger Millennials, is driven by a desire to do work they believe will help make a positive impact in the world.
Association Adviser

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.

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.

CSAE's partners are best-in-class companies that deliver quality products and/or services to the association sector.