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2010 Workshops & Seminars

Building Blocks:
Developing the potential of non-profits in Oakville.

The Town of Oakville and the Oakville Arts Council continue to offer their free professional development workshops for non-profit groups.
Please register for workshops through Events.
All are welcome!

Charities and the Law

Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Location:	Town Hall, Oakville
Time:	2 - 4:30PM
Cost:	Free of Charge
Admission:	All welcome

What are the legal requirements boards are required to meet in running a charity? In this workshop, led by a representative of Revenue Canada, treasurers, new board members, and volunteers will have the opportunity to explore what they are committed to deliver to keep your organization operating within the letter of the law. Explore with an expert your concerns and challenges.

Finding Your Target Market

Date:	Sunday, April 11, 2010
Location:	Studio Theatre, Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts
Time	2 - 4PM
Cost:	Free of Charge
Admission:	All Welcome

Oakville's resident mix is ever-changing. Using PRIZM, a marketing software package that breaks down who's where, discover what types of people are currently living in Oakville. Learn where Oakvillians get their media, what their leisure pursuits include, and what they spend on. Discover where to advertise effectively, and how to craft your message to your target market. What does your audience value and how can you translate that into them valuing your organization?

Know Your Funders: A Panel Discussion

Date:	Sunday, August 15, 2010
Location:	Auditorium, Oakville Public Library
Time:	2 - 4PM
Cost:	Free of Charge
Admission:	All welcome

Come learn more about who's funding, what they fund and why. From the people who administer the grant programs you'll want to apply for, discover what they need to know about your proposal to help ensure it succeeds. Representatives from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, Oakville Community Foundation, Town of Oakville Community Grants, Ontario Arts Council, and the Ministry of Culture will be on hand to discuss what they need from you to ensure you get those funds!

Selling Yourself: Design and Layout that Makes an Impression!

Date:	Sunday, October 24, 2010
Location:	Oakville Galleries
Time:	2 - 4PM
Cost:	Free of Charge
Admission:	All welcome

Living in a culture that is so profoundly visual, if your promotional materials, from print to online, fail to meet the grade, you're losing your audience. From the best in the business, discover the tips, tricks and techniques that will make your communications the best they can be. From low tech to high tech, ensure what you need to say is said in a way that will capture your audience's attention and help them make that critical connection to you!