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Welcome to the RCVO library—one of the most comprehensive collections of applied information about and for the voluntary sector. Use the menu on the left to go directly to the online catalogue, or to learn about the RCVO's collection and free services.
The RCVO is small in size but mighty. I know I can count on it for information and research on a wide variety of non-profit management topics. -Colette Mandin
The library houses approximately 6,000 items including information files, books, periodicals, audio-visual and electronic resources, and databases of funding sources. These resources include information on:
Information files are a collection of thousands of items such as
They contain practical information on subjects such as how to develop a healthy and productive board, how to organize a fund development campaign and how to manage risk in your organization. These are only a few examples from the nearly 300 subject areas. Can I request information files? Yes. Individuals and agencies within Alberta may request copies of items from the information files through the RCVO online catalogue. How do I request information files? It's easy. Each item from the information files in the RCVO online catalogue has an "Add to List" button next to it. Create a list of items as you search the catalogue, view your list to make any changes, and choose "Send me the item(s)". Requests will be faxed free-of-charge to Alberta-based individuals and agencies. Are information files available in electronic format? At this time, most RCVO information files are in print format. However, some resources are content from web pages. These items are classified as “Electronic resources” and are often accessible* from the Internet. As an alternative to requesting electronic resources via the RCVO online catalogue, you may access them directly. To do this, expand the record into full display by clicking on the item’s title. Then, click the link in the URL field (see illustration below) to go directly to the item.
*While every effort is made to keep the catalogue up-to-date, due to the dynamic nature of the Internet, the RCVO cannot guarantee that every link in the URL field will be current or working. What are the copyright regulations? Copyright allows for use of materials for individual research. If you plan to use materials for training or distribution (e.g., as a supplement to your own materials), please be aware that you must seek appropriate copyright approval and permission. Books on the voluntary sector are located both on site in the RCVO library and in the MacEwan Library. Books located in the RCVO library may be borrowed for a period of two weeks. For more information on RCVO's book loan policies and procedures, you may download our Book Loan Contract. Books located in the MacEwan Library may be borrowed through your local public library as the Library is part of The Alberta Library (TAL) system. If neither of these situations apply to you, and you are connected with a nonprofit/charitable organization (staff, board member, etc.), you may set up special borrowing privileges with MacEwan Library’s interlibrary loan department. For more information, contact Michelle Bezenar at 780-497-5857 or email bezenarm@macewan.ca. Yes, visit our online Bookstore. Who funds the RCVO online catalogue?
The RCVO receives the support of Grant MacEwan College, The Muttart Foundation and many generous organizations. |
