Empowering Communities for Sustainable Social Impact
Transformational consulting services to develop leadership, strengthen community connections, and drive measurable, lasting change.
By choosing the Centre for Community Advancement, you partner with a team that understands the complexity of community challenges and is equipped to guide you toward innovative, inclusive, and evidence-informed solutions.
Together, we can inspire positive change from the inside out.
We partner with government agencies, nonprofits, and community-focused organizations—including foundations, municipalities, and social service providers—to mobilize opportunities, unlock potential, and bring forward visionary ideas.
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Our team has secured over $10 million through successful funding applications, enabling organizations to increase their reach and expand to meet community needs.
From strengthening leadership capacity to fostering inclusive community engagement, from crafting innovative programs to evaluating their impact, our comprehensive consulting approach empowers your organization to make a meaningful difference in Canada and beyond.
We build reciprocal relationships within the community, leveraging opportunities for collectives and fostering collaboration. Our services support program and policy development that aligns with accreditation standards, minimizing risk exposure while maximizing impact. We also provide focused staff training to build organizational capacity and ensure programs are delivered effectively.
WHO WE SERVE
Government Agencies
Foundations
Community Associations
School Districts
Social Service Providers
Our Services
1. Organizational Strategy and Development
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Leadership and Capacity Building: Define and align mission, vision, and strategic goals to ensure a clear path toward impact.
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Leadership Training: Enhance leadership skills, strategic thinking, and team dynamics through tailored programs.
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Executive Coaching: Support leaders in navigating challenges, strengthening capabilities, and driving transformative change.
2. Community Engagement and Collaboration
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Facilitated Conversations: Bring stakeholders together to foster collaboration and shared vision.
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Conference & Event Planning: Curate meaningful gatherings that inspire engagement and actionable outcomes.
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Coordination of Strategic Social Initiatives: Develop and implement initiatives that advance equity, strengthen communities, and generate measurable social impact.
3. Program and Project Management
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Custom Program Development: Create targeted programs focused on inclusion, wellness, and positive social outcomes.
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Project Management & Coordination: Ensure seamless execution of community-driven projects from start to finish.
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Community Wellness Initiatives: Implement health-oriented programs that nurture well-being and address community needs.
4. Research and Impact Evaluation
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Evaluation & Impact Assessment: Measure effectiveness and guide continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
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Needs Assessments & Environmental Scans: Identify community gaps and inform strategic decision-making.
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Strategic Planning & Consultation: Develop research-backed strategies that address key challenges and support organizational objectives.
5. Social Impact Through Sports and Wellness
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Access to Physical Activity & Youth Engagement: Expand sports and recreation opportunities to promote health, resilience, and social connection.
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Sports-Driven Health Initiatives: Leverage physical activities to reduce disparities, foster well-being, and strengthen community bonds.
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Program Manuals, Training & Consulting: Ensure consistent, values-driven delivery of sports programs, empowering leaders, teams, and communities to thrive.
Clients & Past Projects
Facilitated Conversations:
Engaging those who are new to Canada via physical literacy and quality sport.
Sport for Life
Custom Program Development:
Whitecaps FC Game Changer Resource for Educators.
Vancouver White Caps
Community Engagement and Development Projects
Solid State Community Industries
Community Engagement and Development Projects
YMCA
Organizational Strategy and Mission Development:
Engaging Elders and Caregivers in vision and strategic goals.
Red Fox Healthy Living Society
Project Management and Coordination:
Development of the Community Cohesion Index.
United Way of British Columbia
Community Engagement and Development Projects
Game Ready Sports Association
Community Engagement and Development Projects
Surrey Women's Resource Centre
Coordination of Strategic Social Initiatives:
Surrey Overdose Response Community Action Team.
City of Surrey
Community Wellness Initiatives:
Provincial coordination and allyship development.
BC CommUNITY Schools Society
Community Engagement and Development Projects
Construction Industry Rehabilitation Plan
Community Engagement and Development Projects
City of Vancouver
Leadership Training:
Leadership Excellence for Impactful Management.
Life Ready Facilitated Care
Develop Program Manuals:
Team Up to Tackle Racism - Teachers Guide and Players Training.
BC Lions
Community Engagement and Development Projects
Diversecity Community Resources Society