With a community of over 1,400 members across the country and abroad, we provide a home for people working in the field of evaluation to connect and grow, so they can have a greater impact on everyone they serve.
Join us May 5-8 in Fredericton, New Brunswick, for "Renewal and Confluence: Navigating the Future of Evaluation." This is an event you don't want to miss!
The CE designation is the only professional title identifying professional evaluators.
The designation means that the holder has provided evidence of the education and experience required to be a competent evaluator. It is a service provided by CES to its members, who may elect to become credentialed on a voluntary basis. It recognizes competence and promotes continuous learning within our community.
Authors: Hanna Holman, Dave Guyadeen and Daniel Henstra
This study examined the key qualifications—education, knowledge areas, professional qualities, skills, and tasks—demanded of evaluators by employers in the public, private, and not-for-profi t sectors. Through a content analysis of 50 employment advertisements, it found that the qualifications demanded by employers generally align with the skills identified as important in the evaluation literature and with competencies identified by the Canadian Evaluation Society. The study also found that there is an opportunity to promote the Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation to those interested in enhancing the evaluation capacity of their organizations.
Authors: Kathleen Slemon,Marian Kelly,Karen Nelson,Lindsey Thomson,Rebecca Pereira et al
The purpose of this project was to evaluate the impacts of a one-day nature photography workshop for students conducted by Focus on Nature. Surveys collected feedback from 154 students to assess what they learned from the program and how their participation affected their sense of connection to nature. Surveys also looked at the experience of volunteers involved in the program. The report is accompanied by a 1-page infographic summarizing the main findings of the survey.
Presenters: Vanessa Anastasopoulos and François Dumaine
There is a wide recognition that the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) should guide the development of programs and policies to ensure that all intended beneficiaries can access and benefit from these initiatives. Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) has been developed by the federal government to support this process, both during the program design and implementation, but also during its evaluation. This webinar provides an opportunity for participants to enhance their understanding of how GBA+ considerations can strengthen the evaluation process.
2024-04-27
News
Last Call: Virtual Participation in the 2024 CES Conference
Did you know that CES offers low-cost virtual access to five key events at its 2024 conference?
2024-04-26
Last Chance to Register! Don't Miss Out on C2024 in New Brunswick
Secure your spot today for the CES National Conference – registration closes Thursday, May 2!
2024-04-24
Roots & Relations Section of CJPE Accepting Submissions
The Roots & Relations section of the Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation (CJPE) is now accepting submissions for its fourth issue of publication.
2024-04-23
New Webinar on May 16: Navigating AI for Independent Consultants
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of evaluation practice for independent consultants. In this free webinar, our panel offers guiding principles, insights, and practice uses.
Final Reminder: Review 2024 Nomination to CES National President – Michelle Anderson-Draper (she-her), CE
Kindly consider this a final reminder to provide feedback regarding the 2024 CES President nomination; contact us by May 1, 2024.
Last call – “Entrepreneurship for Evaluators: Developing Your Business Model” on April 30
This introductory webinar on April 30 at 11am (ET) focusing on entrepreneurship will introduce learners to 10 types of business models, as well as the pros and cons of each type.
Whether you are new to evaluation or a seasoned professional, the e-Institute offers special member pricing on the courses you need to build your career in evaluation.
The field of evaluation is constantly evolving. We offer a variety of webinars and events throughout the year as well as the Annual National Conference to stay on top of current trends.
Our Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation demonstrates your commitment to professionalism and inspires the confidence of your clients and organizations.
Check out current job and contract opportunities, as well as a wide variety of networking opportunities, to help you build and expand your career.
Join a community of evaluation professionals from across Canada at the Annual National Conference, a webinar or a local event to strengthen your network.
The cost of membership will be offset as you take advantage of the discounts you receive on our growing list of events and services you need.
Pursuing Excellence in Evaluation
After being introduced to program evaluation during my Masters of Sociology Studies at the University of Manitoba, I decided to pursue a career in evaluation, which led me to CES in 2017.
I’ve been actively involved in my CES Chapter, having volunteered as the Professional Development Chair, Chapter Vice-President and President and, most recently, Co-Chair of the National CES Conference in 2022. From these various roles, I have continued to learn about good governance, and how to facilitate and participate in helpful professional development opportunities, and have become more cognizant of the dynamic field of evaluation. Furthermore, I received my Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation in 2018. Becoming a CE has opened multiple career opportunities for me in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors pertaining to employment opportunities and promotions. With that said, the most valuable aspect of my membership with CES has been the professional relationships and friendships that I have formed.