CSAE AGM & Recognition Awards
October 15, 1:00 PM ET

This year, we're proud to announce that the Centre of Excellence Awards will be celebrated during the Annual General Meeting. This is our chance to thank the recipients for their outstanding work and impact on our community. Mark your calendar and keep an eye on your inbox for more details.

Stand Out from the Association Crowd

Are you ready to explore how the Certified Association Executive (CAE^®) designation can elevate your career? Join us for a free, no obligation, one-on-one chat with our CAE Program Manager to learn how this flexible, fully online program can benefit YOU.

Join Us at Canada’s CEO Symposium
November 18-19 – virtual
January 27-28, 2026 – in-person
Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites

This is a standout opportunity to deepen your leadership, connect with peers, and build a stronger partnership with your Board Chair. The Canadian CEO Symposium mirrors the program format and facilitator-led workshops of its US counterpart, providing the same depth in governance strategy, Board-CEO collaboration, and interactive sessions -– tailored just for Canadian leaders.

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Last Conference Tickets Remaining!
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!

Chris Nash, CAE

My name is Chris Nash, and I am currently the Executive Director of the Pet Food Association of Canada, which is a national industry trade association that represents pet food manufacturers. I have been working in the association world now for 14 years and love it so much that I also consult part-time, working for AMCES, on things related to regulatory affairs, advocacy, and managing small associations. I joined CSAE to continue to learn, earning my CAE, and getting involved when I can. This includes participating in events, on the Associations Connect Forum, and right now on the Mighty Ones virtual network. This group is great for leaders of smaller associations to engage with and learn from their peers, generating new ideas and solutions for common challenges 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:

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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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Where Should CEOs Limit AI?
AI is an opportunity to better support what humans still do best: think. Providing AI training to staff spotlights the spaces where human involvement preserves and increases value.
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Elevating Your Association’s Voice: Mastering Marketing and Communications in a Digital World
As association professionals, we have an opportunity, and an obligation, to ensure that our marketing and communications are not just seen, but understood, valued, and acted upon.
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Small Businesses, Big Impact: The Heart Behind the Meetings & Events Industry
Before defaulting to the familiar big brands, look around your destination and ask your contacts. Local partners can help give the personal touch that make an event shine.
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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.

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