EVENT COORDINATOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CES-NS Chapter is hosting the 2019 CES conference from Sunday May 26th to Thursday May 29th at the Westin Nova Scotian Hotel. Organizational Information One of the major activities of the CES is its Annual Conference. This provides a forum for the discussion of major theoretical, philosophical, and practical issues in evaluation. At the CES Halifax 2019 conference we will engage in the collective exploration of what it means to value differences of all kinds in the profession and practice of evaluation. The Opportunity CES-NS is seeking Conference Planning & Coordination support in this initiative. The successful applicant will be responsible for coordinating all logistics…

Between the Bridges Collective Impact Research & Evaluation Lead Title:  Between the Bridges – Collective Impact Evaluation and Research Lead Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Structure: Open to individuals, consultants, organizations Starting Date:  As soon as possible and no later than August 1, 2018 Background The community of Dartmouth North, the Province of Nova Scotia, United Way Halifax and a growing number of residents, community based organizations, departments of government, and businesses are Working Together to Break the Cycle; a cycle of many “root causes” that contribute to poverty and have limited the possibilities for multiple generations of people who live in Dartmouth North. Residents and community have fondly named this initiative Between…

The Nova Scotia CES Chapter is excited to be hosting the 2019 Canadian Evaluation Society Conference in Halifax!  C2019 Conference Co-chairs Nancy Carter, Louise Adongo, and Andrealisa Belzer need your talent and energy on the C2019 Organizing Committee. To join, please go the survey link below and check off which C2019 roles most interest you. This call for volunteers is open to CES members only, until Friday, May 19.  Subcommittee members will recruit broader participation later on. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PJRLG3D If you have questions or comments, please contact: [email protected] Thanks!  We look forward to working with you! Nancy, Louise, and Andrealisa C2019 Co-chairs

REMINDER  – Competition Closing April 12th! CES Conference Support Opportunity for CES-NS Members This year, CES National is providing a complimentary registration to each of the chapters for one person to attend the 2018 CES National Conference (for more information, visit: http://c2018.evaluationcanada.ca/). CES Nova Scotia also recognizes the significant expenses associated with travelling to a different province, and has committed to contributing up to $500 for travel and accommodations in addition to the complimentary registration. The recipient will be reimbursed following the conference providing the submission of receipts for eligible expenses (e.g. hotel and travel). Current members in good standing are able to apply for the complimentary registration, financial support, or both. Selection Process A nominating committee of…

CES Conference Support Opportunity for CES-NS Members This year, CES National is providing a complimentary registration to each of the chapters for one person to attend the 2018 CES National Conference (for more information, visit: http://c2018.evaluationcanada.ca/). CES Nova Scotia also recognizes the significant expenses associated with travelling to a different province, and has committed to contributing up to $500 for travel and accommodations in addition to the complimentary registration. The recipient will be reimbursed following the conference providing the submission of receipts for eligible expenses (e.g. hotel and travel). Current members in good standing are able to apply for the complimentary registration, financial support, or both. Selection Process A nominating committee of three CES NS Board Members…