enp Social Enterprise Workshops a great success

Enp has held seven social enteprise workshops so far this Fall, with over 100
participants from all across BC. We have two more to go next week - Port Alberni
on October 30th and Victoria on November 1st - just in time for our November
27th grant application deadline.

enp launching new Ask the Expert section on our website

Next month, enp will be adding an "Ask the Legal Expert" section to our
website. Submit your legal questions on the enp website and have access to
information provided by a group of lawyers who specialize in non-profit and
social enterprise issues. Join us on November 22nd from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the
YWCA for the launch of this exciting resource.

Current Policy Issue - Social Enterprise and Government Procurement

Enp and the BC Social Economy Roundtable (BCSER) recently attended an event
to discuss procurement issues with Minister Michael Fortier and Parliamentary
Secretary James Moore from the Ministry of Public Works and Government Services
Canada. Enp and BCSER submitted a short briefing
note to the Minister, outlining the issues facing social enterprise and
recommendations to expand government purchasing return on investment. Click here
for the media release.

Exciting Opportunity with Fraserside

A social enterprise is being launched! Are you looking for a part time (21
hours a week) job that will give you an opportunity to combine your business
skills with your passion for supported employment? Fraserside is starting a
moving company and is looking for a General Manager. Experience in the moving
industry, a knowledge of marketing and a desire to help individuals overcome
challenges to employment would make you the perfect candidate. Visit www.fraserside.bc.ca for a full job
description and email your resume to dpiltman@fraserside.bc.ca.

The Cleaning Solution is Expanding!

The Cleaning Solution is expanding and looking for a Business Manager to
assist in the growth of this emerging social enteprise. Click here
to download the job posting and find out how you can work with this exciting and
successful business.

SFU CED Courses: Registration Underway

Registration is underway for upcoming courses in the SFU Certificate Program
for CED Professionals this fall in Vancouver and Victoria. View course dates and
locations on the enp
calendar. Visit the SFU CED website at www.sfu.ca/cscd/ced for more information
about the Certificate Program and to download a registration form.

Please feel free to contact us with questions, ideas & suggestions,
or your events.
All the best,

ENTERPRISING
NON-PROFITS

Shelagh Hayes
enterprising non-profits program
(enp)
t: 604-871-5421 f: 604-709-6909
shelagh@enterprisingnonprofits.ca