As December comes to an end I have been reflecting back on the insightful comments and consistency of messages that Marcel, Michelle and I heard in Community Conversations this fall.

There was strong support across the country of the need for the sector to come together to work on issues that affect all of us. Thank you to all those who took the time to meet with us and share your ideas. It was very helpful in assisting us in thinking through how to move to the next phase.

Unfortunately, despite my best intentions I was not able to keep up with the postings immediately after each conversation. There are more coming so please check back in the new year. We are now moving towards provincial events in 2010.

We are working to finalize our partners for these events. This is a collective approach and it will only be successful if organizations across the country contribute in a variety of ways. Stay tuned for details of these events in 2010.

I wish you all the best in 2010 and hope that you will continue to be part of this work to strengthen the charitable and nonprofit sector in Canada

~Brenda