We send What's on the MOVES on the first and third Friday of the month. Our purpose is to share information about upcoming events, agency news and relevant announcements with the DC MOVES mailing list. If you have information to share through this bulletin, please email your information in text and an attached image or logo OR pdf AD/Flyer to the DC MOVES Coordinator Elaine Capes.



Land Acknowledgement for Dufferin County Read it here
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September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 

The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. 
DC MOVES FORUM updates

NEXT FORUM September 28 - 9 am to 12 pm


Guest Presenters
  • Home Instead - Katy Baglione and Larissa Sorek
  • Abilities to Work - Ronia Michael
  • Dufferin Community Foundation - Michele Fisher

What We're Doing
Come experiment with a new approach to planning that you can take back to your organisation. We will continue using the Catalytic Thinking method so we can practice using the approach and build out our DC MOVES map together.
Update your listing. Help people find the help they are looking for.
On the MyDufferin website, there is a section where you can add or change a listing. https://mydufferin.ca/post-listing
Dufferin County Equity Collaborative
DCEC
Our DCEC equity lens shapes our vision that every resident of Dufferin County will have the opportunity to realize their potential.  


NEXT check- Sept 12 - save the date has been sent

April 13 check-in materials available here

Check out the new url
Fast Tracking Affordable Housing
Social Purpose Real Estate
United Way is providing seed funding for a new land trust in York Region that will bring properties and housing units into public and non-profit ownership and management, creating permanent affordable housing that would forever be in public ownership. The initiative will bring together many United Way-funded agencies, including Blue Door, Yellow Brick House, Inn from the Cold, 360°kids, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Community Living and other not-for-profits, along with government partners. As we outlined in our Building Inclusive Communities Report, community land trusts are one way we can build stronger communities, and we are proud to support the project. United Way is funding multiple housing initiatives in York, including a new fourplex for older men struggling with homelessness, and women and children fleeing violence.
Just launched: Bridge to benefits - Implementing benefits access in social services

We are excited to share our new, free online tool, Bridge to benefits: Implementing benefits access in social services. Bridge to benefits is a free tool to help social service organizations that are interested in starting, refining or expanding their work in access to benefits services. The tool provides information and resources for organizations to discover what kinds of access to benefits services fit best with their capacity and community needs.
Update on Bill S-233
The Senate Finance Committee has now officially accepted our brief and is set to be translated which will take about 10 days and then it will appear on the committee website. Please share it widely.
Struggle to Stability: Creating A Tailored Management Course for Those Living with Low Income
 
Now more than ever Canadians are recognizing the importance of financial well-being – achieving peace of mind about our financial situation, feeling secure in our ability to absorb a money setback, and having the freedom to make choices that allow us to enjoy life. Financial stress is compounded when people feel a loss of control and lack the appropriate knowledge and information to make decisions in their best interests. Prosper Canada talks about the work they are doing in this area. 
The Latest from OMSSA’s Blog: How Can Social Services Help End Hunger?
 
Food banks and municipal social services share the same goal: supporting vulnerable Ontarians to live a life of dignity. Each September, Feed Ontario and their network of food banks take part in Hunger Action Month, encouraging everyone in the province to do their part to end food insecurity in Ontario. With the dramatic rise in food bank use over the last few years, the need for action on hunger and poverty is more urgent than ever. Those who work on the front lines of the social services sector have a vital role to play in this fight.
Dates to Remember
Sept 22 - Deadline for enrolment in Fresh From The Farm
Sept 24 & 25 - Yom Kippur
Sept 29 - First round of funding allocations out
Oct 6 - Network meeting registration deadline
Oct 7 - Monthly Report due
Oct 12 - Deadline for submitting Fresh From The Farm orders/changes
Oct 14 - Children's Foundation Gala
Oct 16 - 18 - Network meetings
Nov 3 - Live Free Registration deadline
Nov 17 - Budget request due (if you need additional funding)
Collaboration Opportunities
NEW ! These Organisations are looking to collaborate

Connect-Ed Working Circles provides youth with six weeks of training for entry-level marketing, design, social media, and communications positions.
 
Opportunities to partner with the Connect-ED Working Circles program include:
·    Be a Guest Speaker or Mentor
·    Spotlight Projects - allow youth to prepare media content for an event you want to promote
·    Paid Employment Placement - hire a promotional assistant and be reimbursed their wages
 
Resource Sharing
These Organisations have something they need to
GET
We're delighted that all golf spots in our fall fundraising event at the Paintbrush Golf Course are now full.
Many thanks to the Pulpit Club for sponsoring the event.
We could still use hole sponsors and prizes for the silent auction.
If you're interested in being a sponsor or donating a prize please email nancy.stallmach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
These Organisations have something to GIVE
2024-2026 United Way Funding Applications
Applications for United Way funding for the period of April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2026 will open Monday October 2, 2023 for the following funding streams:
  • Healthy People, Thriving Communities
  • Rural Communities
  • Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Applications are open to all qualified organizations. Currently funded organizations who have funded programs in these streams will be required to re-apply.

Deadline for applications is Friday October 27, 2023.
If you have any questions, please contact Colleen at colleen@unitedwaygwd.com
The Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant provides $25.5 million over 2 years to: combat hate in Ontario, build stronger, safer and more inclusive communities


Collective Impact
This funding stream is designed to support cross-sector collectives aiming to create population-level change in their communities. Collectives are provided a coach and supporting grant dollars to develop their shared strategy, governance model, and measurement strategy. We are proud to be lead coaches in this stream, click here or contact us to learn more.

MLSE Foundation Community Action Grants - Expressions of Interest open now
These grant funds are dedicated to supporting Ontario-based organizations that are using sport and recreation to build a more equitable tomorrow. Organizations that are creating positive outcomes for youth in physical health, mental health, academic achievement, and work readiness can be granted up to $50,000.‍. Click here for information on this grant.

McConnell Foundation – Currently accepting applications
The McConnell Foundation funds activities focused on at least one of three focus areas: Climate, Reconciliation, and Communities. In addition to these priorities, the Foundation also considers proposals with national relevance and the potential to make systems change.
For more information visit here.
If you wish to attend via ZOOM please call to arrange at the Polycultural phone number above
Welcome to Behaviour Solutions DCAFS, your one-stop destination for all the supports, resources, and information you and your family need. No matter what age, we invite you to explore our new website at behavioursolutions.dcafs.on.ca and unlock a world of behaviour solutions that are just a click away!

You are also invited to be part of our growing online community and stay up to date with the latest news, events, and helpful tips by following us on Facebook and Twitter.

But that's not all - we are excited to introduce our new eNewsletter! Subscribe today and regularly receive our calendar of upcoming services right to your own inbox. Never miss out on any of our workshops, events, and programs tailored specifically for your family's needs. Subscribe today at behavioursolutions.dcafs.on.ca/subscribe.

At Behaviour Solutions DCAFS, we are committed to being your partner in supporting and building on the strengths of children, adults, and families in our Dufferin community. Join us as we strive to make positive impacts on the lives of families like yours. Connect with us today!
Together with our municipal partners, #DufferinCounty is working to change how early years education is talked about with the Merrily Podcast.
Interested in the development of future generations? Tune in today on Spotify, iTunes, or voicEd Radio! https://ow.ly/Spnj50PvW5V
Are you an educator, parent or policymaker, or simply interested in the development of future generations? Check out the Merrily Podcast! The Podcast features a diverse lineup of guests with unique perspectives on early childhood education.
Sharing from others
Curious about how nonprofit salaries and benefits are changing as we begin to emerge from the pandemic while dealing with rising inflation? New data from the 2023 CharityVillage Canadian Nonprofit Sector Salary & Benefits Report suggests that, for most job levels, cash compensation has continued to increase across the sector over the past year, despite the ongoing economic challenges faced by many nonprofit organizations. READ MORE. 
Our Self-guided training is a flexible option that allows you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. 
  • Learn from the comfort of your home or office
  • Complete your training when time permits
  • A wide selection of course options from basic to advanced
Private group training option available for your team.
Free Online Resource for Charities!
OWL – Open World Learning is now live and free for registered charities in Canada and the US. Go to www.owl.inc and click on Join OWL to unlock access to free curated eLearning courses and programs for everyone at your charity on these topics:
 
  • HR Compliance – Canada/US
  • Diversity Equity Inclusion (DEI)
  • Board Governance
  • Mental Health & Well-Being 
  • Leadership Soft Skills
COVID-19 Helpful Links and Resources