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	Public Legal Education Association of Saskatchewan (PLEA) in partnership with Charity Central is presenting: The W’s of Accountability What is the board of a charity accountable for and to whom? This workshop will explore accountability issues of registered charities to stakeholders. It will emphasize both federal and provincial legal accountability. Areas of legal accountability include reporting, maintaining books and records, issuing donation receipts, fundraising and other requirements. During the workshop, the participants will have a chance to use resource materials developed by Charity Central to determine how these tools may enhance their accountability practices. The resource materials include a self-diagnostic pack, a handbook, calendar, tip sheets and Office in a Box. The intended audience is board directors and senior managers of small and mid-size registered charities. This workshop is free of charge and is made possible with a financial contribution from the Canada Revenue Agency. Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Place: Third Avenue United Church 304 Third Avenue North Saskatoon SK Limited seating – Please register by February 15, 2012 Phone: 306-653-1868 ext 223 Or Email PLEA Please refer to this attached poster for more information; poster may be printed and distributed to your contacts.

	New Online Resource Available: Consumer Purchases This resource contains information to help consumers understand their rights and responsibilities. Topics include: understanding advertising claims; shopping online, direct sales and private sellers; how a consumer contract is created; when a deal can be cancelled and how to make a complaint if things go wrong. This resource is available online only. It replaces the publications Buying Stuff, Consumer Contracts and Consumer Wisdom which are now out of date. View Consumer Purchases online

	Now Available: Non-Profit Organizations Backorders for this publication will be shipped the week of January 16. It is not necessary to resubmit orders that have already been placed. Information about non-profit organizations, incorporation, responsibilities of members and directors, meetings and record-keeping, and dissolving a non-profit corporation. View Non-Profit Organizations online or Order your copy now!

	Now Available: Victims of Crime Backorders for this publication will be shipped the week of January 16. It is not necessary to resubmit orders that have already been placed. Includes declaration of principles regarding the treatment of victims and provides information about the court process, alternatives to court, victim compensation, dealing with common emotions and options for support. View Victims of Crime online or Order your copy now!

	Now Available: Life After 60 Backorders for this publication will be shipped the week of January 16. It is not necessary to resubmit orders that have already been placed. Comprehensive legal information for older adults, their families and friends including family law issues, healthcare concerns, planning for the future, protection from fraud, trickery and abuse and getting legal help. View Life After 60 online or Order your copy now!

	Now Available: Special-Care Homes Backorders for this publication will be shipped by January 2012. It is not necessary to resubmit orders that have already been placed. Discussion of assessments, types and levels of care, wait lists, facilities, financial considerations, medical care and health care directives for older adults considering a move to a special-care home. View Special-Care Homes online or Order your copy now!

	Now Available: Small Claims Court Brief overview of the types of claims that are heard in small claims court, starting or responding to an action, preparing for trial, obtaining and enforcing a judgment, and appealing an order. View Small Claims Court online or Order your copy now!