GFOA Alberta Policy Handbook

GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA

Stakeholder Relations

GFOA Alberta Relations

 

GFOA Alberta – Policy Manual

Policy Type:
Stakeholder Relations
Number: 4.4.1     Download
Policy Name:
GFOA Alberta Relations
Original Effective Date: May 6, 2020
Date of Last Amendment:

GFOA Alberta’s commitment to actively build and maintain long-term relationships with stakeholders is based on two fundamental guiding principles – communication and trust.

These two principles shape the development of GFOA Alberta’s stakeholder relations philosophy, which include:

      • Encouraging stakeholder participation in the decision-making process
      • Providing timely information
      • Open, honest communication
      • Listening to stakeholder concerns
      • Respecting diverse opinions
      • Seeking mutually beneficial solutions
      • Learning from each other (i.e. like-minded associations)

GFOA Alberta’s trust-based approach to stakeholder relations provides continued support for our current operations and the opportunity to grow GFOA Alberta. Earning the trust and support of stakeholders is fundamental to meeting this responsibility.

Defining Our Stakeholders

GFOA Alberta thinks of stakeholders as any group or individual who can affect, or who can be affected by, our operations. They include – but are not limited to:

      • Administration
      • Municipalities –Cities, Counties, Municipal Districts, Towns, Villages and Summer Villages
      • Governments – (i.e. Municipal Affairs, etc.)
      • Governmental Associations (i.e. ACFA, RMA, AUMA, CPA, GFOABC, MFOA, GFOA of the USA and CANADA, IAMA, CAGFO, etc.)
      • Corporate partnerships

GFOA Alberta’s stakeholder engagement success is dependent on how effectively GFOA Alberta can maintain positive, productive relationships with all GFOA Alberta stakeholders

    Stakeholder Relations

    Sponsorship of Other Organizations

     

    GFOA Alberta – Policy Manual

    Policy Type:
    Stakeholder Relations
    Number: 4.5.1     Download
    Policy Name:
    Sponsorship of Other Organizations
    Original Effective Date: July 26, 2023
    Date of Last Amendment:

    The term “sponsorship” in this policy refers to any situation where GFOA Alberta provides contributions to third party organizations.

    In general, GFOA Alberta does not offer sponsorships. Where sponsorships are considered, it is fundamental that the request is reviewed by the Executive Director before seeking agreement from the Board of Directors whether to sponsor an organization to the extent of the request.

    GFOA Alberta is restrictive and selective to ensure sponsorship of an organization will not compromise our values of integrity, accountability, openness, collaboration and adaptability.

    GFOA Alberta will only sponsor not-for-profit organizations that align with our strategic plan and policies and provide GFOA Alberta with a reciprocal benefit.

    Any sponsorship requires a written contract that when executed clearly specifies the rights and duties of GFOA Alberta and the counterparty under the agreement. The terms of the agreement may not place GFOA Alberta in a position that gives the counterparty “exclusive right” to using GFOA Alberta’s name or logo.

      About Us

      GFOA Alberta is a professional organization whose purpose is to enhance the practice of governmental finance in the Province of Alberta. Our objectives include:

      • Promote networking opportunities for all government finance officials within all levels of government
      • Support and promotion of Provincial, Canadian and International GFOA Conferences and training programs
      • Communication with membership on financial issues
      • Liaison with Municipal Affairs
      • Enhance the profile of GFOA Alberta.

      Our Association is affiliated with the International Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and maintains contact with its staff to promote training opportunities and participation in annual international GFOA conferences.

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      About Us

      GFOA Alberta is a professional organization whose purpose is to enhance the practice of governmental finance in the Province of Alberta. Our objectives include:

      • Promote networking opportunities for all government finance officials within all levels of government
      • Support and promotion of Provincial, Canadian and International GFOA Conferences and training programs
      • Communication with membership on financial issues
      • Liaison with Municipal Affairs
      • Enhance the profile of GFOA Alberta.

      Our Association is affiliated with the International Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and maintains contact with its staff to promote training opportunities and participation in annual international GFOA conferences.

      Contact Us

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