BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Canadian Evaluation Society - Ontario Chapter - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Canadian Evaluation Society - Ontario Chapter X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://evaluationontario.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Canadian Evaluation Society - Ontario Chapter REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20260108T145615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T145615Z UID:7519-1771938000-1771945200@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:The Art and Science of Producing Effective Infographics DESCRIPTION:The interactive and multi-modal workshop focuses on infographics – artistic or graphic presentation of data to communicate insights.\n\n\n\nData visualization as a hot topic in the evaluation world\, especially in knowledge transfer activities. This fast-paced webinar will focus on a specific type of data visualization\, namely infographics – artistic or graphic presentation of data to communicate insights. We will briefly orient infographics in the realm of data visualization\, illustrating some different types of infographics. Then our focus will shift to the science of why we should use infographics in our communication suite to our various audiences (clients and funders). We then venture into design theory\, calling on the works of data visualization experts Bernard Marr\, Stephanie Evergreen\, and Garr Reynolds. The bulk of the time will be aimed at specific design elements of graphics\, colour\, font\, and layout\, which help us tell the story of our most important element: the data. We will then put these elements together with examples\, and then look at resources and tools for infographic production. If time permits\, the session will conclude with a short question period. \nLearning objectives: \nBy the end of the Workshop\, the participant will be able to: \n\nCompare the different types of infographics and situate them in the greater web of data visualization\nUnderstand the basic tenets of design theory and how the brain process and information\nIdentify and appraise the design elements of effective infographics\nLocate and use various resources and tools for effective infographic production\n\nIn addition\, this workshop aims to strengthen capacities in line with the following Competencies for Canadian Evaluation Practice: \n2.8 Identify data sources \n2.13 Assesses trustworthiness of data \n2.16 Reports evaluation findings and results \n3.5 Serves the information needs of intended users \n4.6 Reports on progress and results \n5.1 Uses written communication skills and technologies \nAbout the Faciliator: \nA. Sidiq (Sid) Ali\, is an expert in education programs\, focusing on assessment program development\, management and evaluation. He has over 20 years’ experience as an evaluator. Sid combines his skills in psychometrics and evaluation to foster his professional interests in program evaluation capacity-building in the private sector\, program development in licensure and certification contexts\, as well as in effective data analytics and visualization. Since founding his consulting practice (www.rae-consult.com)\, he has worked with profession regulators and governing bodies in accounting and financial management\, healthcare\, law and international sanctions\, as well as with the learning and development units of two of the big five Canadian banks. He began his better data visualization journey in 2008\, focusing on effective presentation strategies for PowerPoint. He now blogs and speaks about data visualization\, and has been an invited guest blogger on Stephanie Evergreen’s effective data visualization blog. He has produced infographics for official CES communications\, has conducted a CES national webinar on infographics and has facilitated workshops on infographics for CES-ON and CES-MB. Sid is a Credentialed Evaluator\, earned his M.Ed. and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto in Educational Measurement and Evaluation\, and was a two-term Director for CES-ON. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/the-art-and-science-of-producing-effective-infographics-10/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025-Eventbrite-Infographics-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260107T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260107T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20251219T191048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T192049Z UID:7480-1767787200-1767790800@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Eval Café: Evaluation Trivia DESCRIPTION:To start the new year\, let’s have a bit of fun together. Join us for some trivia about evaluation and your peers! \n\n\nEvaluation Cafe Ontario online events are an opportunity for us to network and learn from our colleagues across the province.  Anyone can join whether from Ontario or not\, but presenters/facilitators will always be from Ontario.\n\nWe have a continuous open call for topics\, activities\, discussions\, etc.  Whatever you want to share\, do\, discussion with peers from across Ontario\, you let us know\, and we make it happen.\n\nTo RSVP\, join the CES Ontario Groups.io group and RSVP online. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/eval-cafe-evaluation-trivia/ CATEGORIES:EvalCafe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20251028T143054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T143054Z UID:7436-1763659800-1763670600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Eval Café: Games & Mingling Night DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed\, social Evaluation Café where we’ll mix purposeful networking with a couple of light\, laughter-friendly games to help folks connect across projects\, sectors\, and roles. Expect easy icebreakers (think Human Bingo / Speed-Friending energy)\, evaluator-adjacent shenanigans\, and plenty of time to chat. \nWhat to expect \n\n\n5:30–5:50 Check-in\, grab a bite\, casual intros \n\n\n5:50–6:25 Game #1: quick mixer to meet new people \n\n\n6:25–6:55 Game #2: small-group fun (zero prep required) \n\n\n6:55–7:30+ Open networking \n\n\nFood & drinks: Light snacks provided; drinks available for purchase at the bar. \nWho should come: Evaluators\, researchers\, data/strategy folks\, students\, and anyone evaluation-curious. \nVibe: Friendly\, low-stakes\, come-as-you-are. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/eval-cafe-games-mingling-night/ LOCATION:The Dylan Bar\, 1276 Danforth Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4J 1M6\, Canada CATEGORIES:EvalCafe,Social Networking ORGANIZER;CN="Eval Cafe":MAILTO:paul.bakker@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250930T151437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T152645Z UID:7381-1761037200-1761060600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:CES Ontario Virtual Conference: Politics\, Progress and Possibility DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conference on the theme of Politics\, Progress and Possibility! Network\, learn\, and grow with evaluators like you!\nThe Canadian Evaluation Society Ontario Chapter (CES Ontario) is pleased to invite evaluation practitioners\, researchers\, academics\, emerging evaluators\, and students to join us for CES Ontario’s 2025 Virtual Conference. \nEvaluation is a constantly changing field of practice\, informed by new and emerging technologies\, approaches\, and political pressures. We will survey these topic areas\, explore their interplays and connections\, and discuss how to integrate them into our work. \nTopic Areas: \n\nNew and next approaches to program evaluation: new evaluation processes\, frameworks\, and models\, alternative funding models\, and decolonized evaluation approaches\nTechnology: how AI (and other tools!) are changing evaluation\, and considerations of utility and equity\nPolitical considerations: evaluation politics in Ontario\, Canadian\, and international contexts\, as well as managing projects and stakeholders\n\nConference participants will: \n\nGain a deeper understanding of current trends\, innovations\, opportunities\, and challenges for enhancing and integrating approaches in evaluation.\nGain important evaluation skills to address current and future trends.\nEnhance connections with other evaluators\, networks\, and organizations.\nContribute to discussions about the importance of evaluative thinking and evaluation practice in the areas of new approaches\, technology\, and politics.\n\nVisit our Virtual Conference website for session descriptions\, speaker bios\, and more! URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/ces-ontario-virtual-conference-politics-progress-and-possibility/ CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Membership,Professional Development,Social Networking,Student,Student & New Practitioner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Virtual-Conference-EB-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251111T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250820T200957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T200957Z UID:7295-1760436000-1762866000@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Collective Traction for Evaluation Impact: Project Management Skills DESCRIPTION:Upcoming session:\n \n\nOctober 14\, 28\, November 11\, 2025\nOnline\nRegister today! \n\nCollective Traction for Evaluation Impact: Project Management Skills\nFacilitator: Erich Koroschetz\n \nEven the best evaluation can stall if the work plan isn’t clear\, collaborative\, and adaptable. Join us for a three-part series on how to improve and clarify your evaluation goals and project management skills. \nMonitoring and Evaluation professionals play a pivotal role in guiding organizations to evidence that supports mission-critical decisions\, but who decides what those decisions should be? Additionally\, organizing and managing complicated evaluations requires a structured approach to reliably satisfy expectations over the course of an evaluation. This course equips M&E practitioners with practical and essential design-thinking and project management skills to enhance the effectiveness of their evaluations. \nThrough interactive sessions and hands-on exercises\, participants will learn to clarify requirements for human-centred evaluations\, break down complex goals into manageable steps\, and coordinate activities in a structured and adaptive manner. The course emphasizes the use of applicable design-thinking principles and tools to ensure inclusivity and alignment with constituent needs. \nBy actively engaging in live Zoom learning events with enhanced interactivity features\, participants will each contribute to our collective learning experience. Prior to each Session\, registered participants will be issued a digital workbook\, allowing them to print and capture their personal reflections and learnings throughout the session and to apply in future Sessions. Light correspondence with registered participants between sessions will encourage a sustained focus on new learning. \n**** \nSession 1: A Human-Centred Approach to Define Your Evaluations\nOctober 14\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm\nDefining Your Service’s Mission-Critical Criteria\nUncover what is truly meaningful to those who use and are a part of the services you are monitoring. \nTogether\, we will explore foundational Design-Thinking concepts and use empathy-based service design tools to define methods and criteria for evaluating various services we encounter together. By the end of this session\, participants will be able to use Design-Thinking tools to reveal evaluation requirements that honour and reflect a diversity of user perspectives. \nSession 2: Structuring Your Evaluations for Shared Success\nOctober 28\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm\nVisualize Your Evaluation Project\nStructure comprehensive evaluations to ensure your team and partners are familiar with their responsibilities. \nIn this session\, participants will apply learnings from Session 1 to define the key objectives and contextual assumptions that shape the scope of their evaluation project. Together\, we’ll consider how program and service assets like logframes help to break the evaluation into practical “work packages” that can be shared among team members to produce the critical deliverables and outcomes of the evaluation project’s overall scope. At the end of this session\, participants will be able to clearly outline an evaluation project’s scope\, requirements\, and team roles and responsibilities. \nSession 3: Co-Creating an Actionable Evaluation Work Plan\nNovember 11\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm\nDevelop Your Resilient Work Plan\nGalvanize your evaluation strategy with an adaptive plan. \nBuilding on the clarity and structure established in earlier Sessions\, together we will explore logical dependencies between work packages and map the overall process based on core assumptions. We will explore project management strategies that preserve the core success criteria of the evaluation while flexing plans when you are confronted with unfolding real-world conditions. By the end of this session\, participants will have consolidated their understanding of how a well-structured\, adaptive work plan protects the intent and integrity of a collaboratively developed\, mission-oriented evaluation. \nLearning outcomes: \nDomain 1: Reflective Practice\n1.4 Considers the well-being of human and natural systems in evaluation practice \nDomain 2: Technical Practice\n2.1 Clarifies the purpose and scope of the evaluation\n2.3 Clarifies the program theory\n2.4 Frames evaluation topics and questions \nDomain 3: Situational Practice\n3.1 Examines and responds to the multiple human and natural contexts within which the program is embedded\n3.2 Identifies stakeholder’ needs  and their capacity to participate\, while recognizing\, respecting and responding to aspects of diversity.\n3.3 Respects all stakeholder and strives to build and maintain trusting relationships\n3.5 Monitors and responds to organizational changes and changes in the program environment during the course of the evaluation. \nDomain 4: Management Practice\n4.1 Provides leadership to the evaluation project\n4.2 Defines work parameters\, plans and agreements for the evaluation\n4.4 Coordinates the work of other team members\n4.5 Uses group management and facilitation skills \nDomain 5: Interpersonal Practice\n5.1 Uses communication strategies appropriate to the cultural\, linguistic\, social\, and political context \nAbout the Facilitator: \nErich Koroschetz is an experienced guide in project management\, quality improvement\, and change management\, with over 20 years of leading projects\, improvement\, and evaluation initiatives in both public and private sectors. As a post-secondary educator known for his engaging\, candid\, and inclusive style\, Erich connects proven insights to real-world application\, helping professionals achieve clarity\, collaboration\, and measurable results. Erich operates a consulting practice dedicated to equipping public enterprise with skills and resources to deliver projects responsibly for community change. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/collective-traction-for-evaluation-impact-project-management-skills/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Eventbrite-Eval-Impact-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250922T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250722T191209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T191209Z UID:7250-1758528000-1764435600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:September 2025 e-Essential Skills Series DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Evaluation Society’s on-line ten-week course offers participants with a basic understanding of the main models and practices of evaluation. No prior knowledge of evaluation or social science research methods is required to participate. Participants will gain: \n\nBasic knowledge and skills\,\nAppreciation for essential elements of evaluation\,\nCapacity to apply acquired knowledge and skills\, and\nDevelopment as an evaluation professional.\n\nThe Essential Skills Series is ten self-paced learning modules that cover everything from basics like the objectives of evaluations\, all the way through to practical skills such as budgeting and workplan development. The discussion forum encourages knowledge transfer/sharing among participants and instructor\, instructor reviewed assignments to guide learners and real-time Zoom learning at the start and conclusion of the course. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the role of evaluation in the program lifecycle;\nExplain common evaluation terms\, functions\, and approaches;\nList the steps in planning and conducting an evaluation;\nDescribe how common social science data collection methods are used in evaluations;\nDescribe the value and use of project management concepts in evaluations;\nOutline ways to support the use of evaluation findings and produce actionable evaluation reports; and\nRecognize evaluation standards and ethical principles and identify their role in the professionalization of evaluation in Canada.\n\nLearners will be expected to: \n\nComplete one module per week independent of the facilitator;\nParticipate regularly in discussion forums with participants and the instructor;\nComplete seven assignments to submit to facilitator for review/feedback\n\nAbout the Facilitator \nDr. Keiko Kuji-Shikatani\, Credentialed Evaluator\, is a Canadian Evaluation Society Fellow (CESF)\, and a CES Credentialing Board member. Keiko has studied embedding monitoring and evaluation systems in organization for her doctoral work which she continues to expand through her evaluation practice for over 35 years. She is an international expert on principle-focused developmental evaluation for learning as we go for continuous quality improvement in the public sector\, evaluative thinking\, evaluation use\, evaluation capacity building\, evaluator competencies and professionalization of evaluators. Keiko was instrumental in the development and the operationalization of the Canadian Evaluation Society’s Credentialed Evaluator Designation and documented our Canadian experience for the use of other evaluations societies around the world in a special edition of the Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/september-2025-e-essential-skills-series/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Essential Skills Series,Professional Development,Student,Student & New Practitioner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Eventbrite-ESS-header1.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250811T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250312T173920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T173920Z UID:7118-1754899200-1755187200@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:August 2025 Essential Skills Series Intensive DESCRIPTION:This 4-day course was developed by the Canadian Evaluation Society to provide participants with a basic understanding of the main models and practices associated with the profession of evaluation. Prior knowledge of evaluation and of social science research methods is not required. There are no examinations associated with the course\, nor is there any homework. Participation in all 15 course modules entitles you to a Certificate of Completion from the Canadian Evaluation Society. \nParticipants will gain: \n\nBasic knowledge and skills\,\nAppreciation for essential elements of evaluation\,\nCapacity to apply acquired knowledge and skills\, and\nDevelopment as an evaluation professional.\n\nThe Essential Skills Series is ten self-paced learning modules that cover everything from basics like the objectives of evaluations\, all the way through to practical skills such as budgeting and workplan development. The discussion forum encourages knowledge transfer/sharing among participants and instructor\, instructor reviewed assignments to guide learners and real-time Zoom learning at the start and conclusion of the course. \nCourse Competencies\nParticipants will be able to describe in basic terms: \n\nthe uses and benefits of evaluation\ncommon settings in which evaluation takes place\nwhere evaluations and performance monitoring fit in the program cycle\nunderlying theories related to evaluation\, and their implications\nthe historical and technical context in which evaluation takes place\nthe range of terminology used in evaluation\ncauses of\, and responses to\, resistance\npotential misuses of evaluation\ncultural considerations in conducting evaluations\nethical considerations with respect to evaluation\nevaluation standards\nevaluation as a profession\nthe role of CES\, including the CE system\nspecial applications of evaluation\nthe relevance of\, and processes associated with:\nidentifying evaluation objectives\nidentifying and engaging evaluation clients and stakeholders\, and establishing roles\ndevelop a program profile\ncreating evaluation questions and indicators\ncommon data collection methods\ncreating an appropriate and valid evaluation design\, including the selection of data collection methods\ncollecting data\, including performance monitoring\ndata management\nassessing data quality\ndata analysis\, including cost effectiveness analysis\ndetermining evaluation scale and budget\nproject management\nsynthesis of evidence leading to the development of conclusions and recommendations\nevaluation reporting and dissemination\nParticipants will also gain elementary experience in:\n\n• creating logic models\n• developing indicators\n• question construction\n• creating an evaluation matrix\n• writing findings statements\n• creating a reporting plan \nAbout the Facilitator \nPaul Favaro Ph.D.\, CE is the Chief of Research\, Program Evaluation\, and Accountability for the Peel District School Board in Mississauga\, Ontario. He teaches management sciences at York University in Toronto. \nDr. Favaro has authored or co-authored articles\, chapters\, and technical reports\, and has conducted professional training workshops in the areas of program evaluation\, performance measurement\, and research methodology. He is on the editorial board of The Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. Throughout his career\, he has worked as a research consultant to a wide variety of government ministries\, educational organizations\, charitable foundations\, and community-based programs. He has held several executive positions on the board of the Canadian Evaluation Society (CES). In 2010\, he was awarded a fellowship in the CES. He is a Credentialed Evaluator by the Canadian Evaluation Society URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/august-2025-essential-skills-series-intensive/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre\, 30 Carlton Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2E9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Essential Skills Series,Professional Development,Student,Student & New Practitioner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Eventbrite-ESS-summer-2025-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250807T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250807T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250722T193131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T193131Z UID:7258-1754593200-1754600400@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Eval Café: Quantifying Qualitative Data DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join us for an informal Evaluation Café meetup over drinks and conversation at Hemingway’s! This month’s topic: Quantifying Qualitative Data.\n\nAs evaluators\, we’re often asked to put numbers to stories—whether it’s coding themes from interviews\, summarizing open-ended survey responses\, or making sense of focus group notes. But when does counting help\, and when does it risk oversimplifying? \nWe’ll explore practical ways to quantify qualitative data\, discuss when it adds value (and when it doesn’t)\, and share tips from our own practice. \n\nBring your stories\, questions\, and maybe a notebook. \nOpen to evaluators\, researchers\, and curious minds at any stage in their career. More details and add the event to your calendar using the following link: Evaluation Cafe Toronto Meetup: Quantifying Qualitative Data URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/eval-cafe-quantifying-qualitative-data/ LOCATION:Hemingway’s\, 142 Cumberland Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:EvalCafe,Social Networking END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250701T134559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T003309Z UID:7222-1751544000-1751547600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:CES-Ontario / C2025 Watch Party DESCRIPTION:CES has made select content from the 2025 conference available to chapters\, and CES Ontario has asked Evaluation Cafe Ontario to host its conference watch party. \nCome join us over lunch to watch the session “Let’s Have a Data Party! Stories of Collaborative Learning and Change”\, presented by Jakub Nemec\, Paula Richardson.  Afterwards\, we’ll break into small groups for discussion and networking. \nAn RSVP is requested. Please click here to RSVP. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/ces-ontario-c2025-watch-party/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:EvalCafe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250617T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250617T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250529T015506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T190141Z UID:7183-1750158000-1750165200@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:2025 CES-ON AGM and Learning Event DESCRIPTION:CES – Ontario is pleased to announce that the chapter’s Annual General Meeting will be held online on June 17\, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nWhy Attend the AGM? \nThe AGM is a great opportunity to: \n– Learn more about recent chapter activities; \n– Elect new board members and approve any bylaw changes; \n– Participate in the annual Learning Event. \nEvent Agenda: \n\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: AGM presentation\, including progress on our strategic goals and upcoming chapter events\n\n\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Learning Event: IDEA (Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity and Accessibility) in Artificial Intelligence with Jane Whynot\n\nWe will distribute the Annual General Meeting package\, including a full agenda\, Annual Report\, and audited financial statements\, to all CES members and event attendees prior to the event. \nAbout the Learning Event: IDEA (Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity and Accessibility) in Artificial Intelligence. \nThe potential of AI to drive progress is significant\, however\, the current landscape often reflects deep-seated biases and inequities that can perpetuate discrimination. Without a concerted effort to prioritize diversity and inclusion\, AI systems may inadvertently reinforce existing societal disparities\, ultimately leading to mistrust and harm. Recognizing these challenges is essential for fostering meaningful change and ensuring that AI serves as a tool for equity rather than a source of division. This presentation discusses the historical context from an IDEA perspective\, pinpoints where biases/discrimination can be disrupted by evaluators\, and provides examples of what evaluators can do. \nAbout the Speaker: \nJane Whynot\, MEd\, PhD is a Partner at Goss Gilroy Management Consultants Inc (GGI)\, Jane has almost 30 years of experience in evaluation and performance measurement. Jane conducts work in all sectors\, from employment to small business\, from science to culture. Jane has a Masters of Assessment and Evaluation (University of Melbourne) and a Doctorate in Philosophy exploring how GBA Plus is integrated in the federal government evaluation function (University of Ottawa). She is an associate editor at the Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation and holds adjunct status at Carleton University. Jane is committed to lifelong learning\, is a seasoned keynote and routinely presents at international evaluation conferences including AEA\, CES\, and PPX symposia. She has designed and delivered training on evaluation\, performance measurement\, GBA Plus\, the integration of GBA Plus in evaluation\, and qualitative methods in evaluation over her career. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/2025-ces-on-agm-and-learning-event/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Annual General Meetings,Membership ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250429T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250429T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250115T153333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T193724Z UID:7059-1745917200-1745928000@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis Techniques for Qualitative Data DESCRIPTION:About this event:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis intermediate level workshop introduces techniques for analysing qualitative data such as interview results. By the end of the workshop\, participants will be able to conduct these types of analyses in a clear and systematic manner. The workshop will review the main techniques using MS Excel. A general overview of computer-assisted qualitative analysis software will also be presented. Key techniques will be presented step-by-step\, using a real-life case study. An Excel file workbook will be provided so that workshop registrants can apply the techniques discussed directly. Among other things\, best practice in quantifying data using percentages and proportions will be discussed\, as will the pros and cons of quantifying qualitative data. \nLearning outcomes: Apply qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques for qualitative data\, understand the pros and cons of quantifying qualitative data \nAbout the Facilitators: \nSimon Roy\, PhD\, CE – Simon is a GGI Senior Associate and has over 28 years of program evaluation experience. Simon has a PhD in Sociology (University Paris -Nanterre) and is a Credentialed Evaluator. Since 2001\, Simon has facilitated multiple intermediate level and advanced level workshops for the Canadian Evaluation Society\, at national conferences and for many chapters. He has also designed courses for the CES\, including the current version of the online survey course; he delivered this course multiple times. Most recently he delivered a half-day workshop at the CES Conference in Quebec City on qualitative and quantitative approaches to analyzing qualitative data. He is also part-time professor at Ottawa University and l’École nationale d’administration publique\, where he teaches program evaluation and performance measurement at the graduate level on a regular basis. Simon is also a published author. He recently published a book chapter on the professionalization of evaluation (with B. Gauthier). \nPascale Latulippe\, MA – Pascale is a Senior Consultant at GGI with more than 5 years of experience working in program evaluation. Pascale has a Graduate Diploma in Program Evaluation (University of Ottawa)\, a Master’s degree in International Development (University of Queensland)\, and\, a Bachelor degree in Peace & Conflict Studies (University of Toronto). Pascale has co-facilitated a number of workshops including this half day workshop at a Canadian Evaluation Society Conference. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/qualitative-and-quantitative-analysis-techniques-for-qualitative-data/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Eventbrite-Qual-Quant-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250416T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250416T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250128T172957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T172957Z UID:7088-1744795800-1744806600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Logic Models and Performance Measurement DESCRIPTION:In this intermediate level course\, participants will advance their logic model and performance measurement skills. In the logic model portion of the course\, participants will develop a complex logic model\, role play explaining it to evaluation clients\, and respond to questions/critiques. In the performance measurement portion of the course\, participants will develop indicators\, critique an existing set of indicators\, debate the pros and cons of various performance measurement approaches\, and determine the best approaches based on a set of scenarios. \nKey Learnings:\nThis workshop aims to strengthen capacities in line with the following Competencies for Canadian Evaluation Practice: \nTechnical practice \n\nClarifies the program theory\nIdentifies data requirements\, sources\, sampling and data collection tool\n\nInterpersonal practice \n\nUses communication strategies appropriate to the cultural\, linguistic\, social and political context\nDemonstrates effective\, appropriate and respectful verbal and non-verbal communication skills\n\nAbout the Facilitator:\nSandy Moir\, MBA\, CE\, FCMC\, CMP – a Partner at Goss Gilroy Managment Consultants Inc (CGI)\, Sandy has almost 30 years of experience in evaluation and performance measurement. Sandy conducts work in all sectors\, from employment to small business\, from science to culture. Sandy has an MBA and is a Fellow Certified Management Consultant (CMC-Canada)\, a Certified Change Management Professional (Prosci) and Credentialed Evaluator (CES). Sandy is committed to lifelong learning and excels at group facilitation. She is also a seasoned presenter and routinely presents at CES conferences\, PPX symposia and CMC-Canada events. She has designed and delivered training on evaluation and performance measurement\, evaluation and change management\, evaluation and complex transformations\, and the development of online learning tools for result-based management to various government and not-for-profit organizations over her career. Sandy has also delivered the CES ESS training several times over the years URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/logic-models-and-performance-measurement-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Copy-of-Logic-Models-and-Performance-Measurement-square-v2-2160-x-1080-px.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250306T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250306T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250114T184718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T172252Z UID:7051-1741251600-1741262400@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Navigating Evaluation Challenges DESCRIPTION:About This Event: \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin this engaging workshop on “Navigating Evaluation Challenges\,” where we will explore the complexities of conducting impactful evaluations in diverse settings. This workshop uses a typology of evaluation challenges commonly encountered by practicing evaluators to frame workshop dimensions. This interactive session will delve into the methodological challenges of data collection\, analysis\, and validity\, helping participants develop strategies to enhance validity and reliability. We will also examine conceptual challenges\, such as framing and defining evaluation goals that align with organizational priorities. Ethical considerations will be a focal point\, with discussions on transparency\, consent\, and cultural sensitivity. Additionally\, we’ll address cross-cutting issues like stakeholder engagement\, resource constraints\, and the need for adaptable evaluation frameworks. It includes methodological\, conceptual\, ethical\, as well as cross-cutting challenges. Examples are drawn from academic literature\, personal and professional practice to encourage collective reflection\, areas for improvement\, and lessons learned. This workshop is ideal for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of evaluation practices and overcome common obstacles in their work. \nAbout the Facilitator: \nJane Whynot\, MEd\, PhD – is a Partner at Goss Gilroy Management Consultants Inc (GGI)\, Jane has almost 30 years of experience in evaluation and performance measurement. Jane conducts work in all sectors\, from employment to small business\, from science to culture. Jane has a Masters of Assessment and Evaluation (University of Melbourne) and a Doctorate in Philosophy exploring how GBA Plus is integrated in the federal government evaluation function (University of Ottawa). She is an associate editor at the Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation and holds adjunct status at Carleton University. Jane is committed to lifelong learning\, is a seasoned keynote and routinely presents at international evaluation conferences including AEA\, CES\, and PPX symposia. She has designed and delivered training on evaluation\, performance measurement\, GBA Plus\, the integration of GBA Plus in evaluation\, and qualitative methods in evaluation over her career. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/navigating-evaluation-challenges/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Professional Development,Student & New Practitioner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Eventbrite-Challenges-in-Eval-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250228T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250228T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20250211T162628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T162628Z UID:7094-1740744000-1740747600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Eval Café: Engaging Marginalized Communities in Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Janet Murray\, MA\, CE – Resources for Results Evaluators\nCo-Presenters: Mary Kay MacVicar and Monica Forrester\, Harm Reduction Team – Street Health\, Toronto. \nDuring this session\, we will reflect on our experience evaluating the four-year Community Harm Reduction Response Teams (CHRRT) initiative and other projects funded by the Substance Use and Addictions Program of Health Canada (2018-2023). \nWe will offer insights into how to ground project evaluations in participatory\, community-based processes and collaborative partnerships. \nKey discussion points will include:\n• How a knowledge mobilization approach shapes project evaluation strategy and implementation.\n• Practical strategies for engaging marginalized communities in learning and evaluation\, including both successes and challenges.\n• The impact of community engagement on the quality of outcomes evaluation and evaluation products. \nEvent link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86087237039?pwd=NYorqwHKL1cVaAvxsMIpa30r3gaf59.1 URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/eval-cafe-engaging-marginalized-communities-in-evaluation/ CATEGORIES:EvalCafe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250123T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250123T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20241204T160503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T160503Z UID:7016-1737637200-1737644400@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:The Art and Science of Creating Effective Infographics DESCRIPTION:Data visualization as a hot topic in the evaluation world\, especially in knowledge transfer activities. This fast-paced webinar will focus on a specific type of data visualization\, namely infographics – artistic or graphic presentation of data to communicate insights. We will briefly orient infographics in the realm of data visualization\, illustrating some different types of infographics. Then our focus will shift to the science of why we should use infographics in our communication suite to our various audiences (clients and funders). We then venture into design theory\, calling on the works of data visualization experts Bernard Marr\, Stephanie Evergreen\, and Garr Reynolds. The bulk of the time will be aimed at specific design elements of graphics\, colour\, font\, and layout\, which help us tell the story of our most important element: the data. We will then put these elements together with examples\, and then look at resources and tools for infographic production. If time permits\, the session will conclude with a short question period. \nLearning objectives: \nBy the end of the Workshop\, the participant will be able to: \n\nCompare the different types of infographics and situate them in the greater web of data visualization\nUnderstand the basic tenets of design theory and how the brain process and information\nIdentify and appraise the design elements of effective infographics\nLocate and use various resources and tools for effective infographic production\n\nIn addition\, this workshop aims to strengthen capacities in line with the following Competencies for Canadian Evaluation Practice: \n2.8 Identify data sources \n2.13 Assesses trustworthiness of data \n2.16 Reports evaluation findings and results \n3.5 Serves the information needs of intended users \n4.6 Reports on progress and results \n5.1 Uses written communication skills and technologies \nAbout the Faciliator: \nA. Sidiq (Sid) Ali\, is an expert in education programs\, focusing on assessment program development\, management and evaluation. He has over 20 years’ experience as an evaluator. Sid combines his skills in psychometrics and evaluation to foster his professional interests in program evaluation capacity-building in the private sector\, program development in licensure and certification contexts\, as well as in effective data analytics and visualization. Since founding his consulting practice (www.rae-consult.com)\, he has worked with profession regulators and governing bodies in accounting and financial management\, healthcare\, law and international sanctions\, as well as with the learning and development units of two of the big five Canadian banks. He began his better data visualization journey in 2008\, focusing on effective presentation strategies for PowerPoint. He now blogs and speaks about data visualization\, and has been an invited guest blogger on Stephanie Evergreen’s effective data visualization blog. He has produced infographics for official CES communications\, has conducted a CES national webinar on infographics and has facilitated workshops on infographics for CES-ON and CES-MB. Sid is a Credentialed Evaluator\, earned his M.Ed. and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto in Educational Measurement and Evaluation\, and was a two-term Director for CES-ON. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/the-art-and-science-of-creating-effective-infographics/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Professional Development,Student & New Practitioner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Eventbrite-Infographics-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250106T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250317T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240918T180834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T154637Z UID:6971-1736150400-1742230800@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:January 2025 e-Essential Skills Series DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Evaluation Society’s on-line ten-week course offers participants with a basic understanding of the main models and practices of evaluation. No prior knowledge of evaluation or social science research methods is required to participate. Participants will gain: \n\nBasic knowledge and skills\,\nAppreciation for essential elements of evaluation\,\nCapacity to apply acquired knowledge and skills\, and\nDevelopment as an evaluation professional.\n\nThe Essential Skills Series is ten self-paced learning modules that cover everything from basics like the objectives of evaluations\, all the way through to practical skills such as budgeting and workplan development. The discussion forum encourages knowledge transfer/sharing among participants and instructor\, instructor reviewed assignments to guide learners and real-time Zoom learning at the start and conclusion of the course. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the role of evaluation in the program lifecycle;\nExplain common evaluation terms\, functions\, and approaches;\nList the steps in planning and conducting an evaluation;\nDescribe how common social science data collection methods are used in evaluations;\nDescribe the value and use of project management concepts in evaluations;\nOutline ways to support the use of evaluation findings and produce actionable evaluation reports; and\nRecognize evaluation standards and ethical principles and identify their role in the professionalization of evaluation in Canada.\n\nLearners will be expected to: \n\nComplete one module per week independent of the facilitator;\nParticipate regularly in discussion forums with participants and the instructor;\nComplete seven assignments to submit to facilitator for review/feedback\n\nPlease note that we will take a break from sessions over the 2024 winter break. \nAbout the Facilitator \nTina Sahay has worked in the area of Program Evaluation and Performance Measurement for more than 25 years\, supporting governments at the national\, provincial and municipal levels in Canada as well as the not-for-profit sector. Tina operates a consulting firm in Toronto and works on client projects in all areas of her specialty of community and public health. She works extensively with vulnerable populations including newcomers\, youth and those at-risk for mental health and substance use disorders. Tina also provides training to professionals on various aspects of program evaluation. She is an instructor for the Canadian Evaluation Society and has designed and conducted training programs for Toronto Public Health\, Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation\, MOHLTC\, Hastings Prince Edward Public Health and York University. \nTina holds a Masters degree in Health Science from the University of Toronto and is a certified Quality Improvement Specialist. Tina is also a credentialed evaluator with the Canadian Evaluation Society. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/november-2024-e-essential-skills-series/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Essential Skills Series,Student,Student & New Practitioner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Eventbrite-ESS-header1.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241127T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241127T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20241118T215847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T201154Z UID:7005-1732708800-1732712400@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Eval Café: Developmental Evaluation and Theory of Change DESCRIPTION:From the Eval Café description: \nOur next online evaluation cafe will feature small group discussions on Developmental Evaluation and Theory of Change.\n\nAgenda:\n\n\n10 minutes: log-on and intro\n30-40 minutes: split into two groups\, one for Developmental Evaluation (DE) DE and one for Theory of Change (TOC).\n\nThe DE discussion will be lead by Scott Christian (CE) a Senior Evaluator at LogicalOutcomes was 1 of 11 evaluators involved in last year’s Team Primary Care: Training for Transformation initiative which included (possibly) the largest scale developmental evaluation to date. He’s applied a developmental evaluation toolkit in a variety of other contexts too. This discussion will focus on practical insights that Scott and his colleagues have identified for effective developmental evaluations.”\nThe TOC discussion will be lead by Elizabeth (Lizzy) Sweitzer\, who is a Monitoring and Evaluation Subject Matter Expert\, working as a management consultant in the energy and sustainability field. Lizzy hosts meetups for evaluators with CES-ON and host professional development workshops for evaluators.  The discussion will focus on how to make TOC’s useful after initial development.\n\n\nLast 10-20 minutes come back to the large group and share key learnings.\n\nJoin online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86026011026?pwd=QPmScau3BsnmsXOfZlkkjac2yLOI38.1 \nInterested in learning more about Eval Café and joining our Groups.io online forum?  Email EvaluationCafeOntario+subscribe@groups.io to subscribe to our listserv! URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/eval-cafe-developmental-evaluation-and-theory-of-change/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:EvalCafe,Membership,Social Networking ORGANIZER;CN="Eval Cafe":MAILTO:paul.bakker@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241104T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241104T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240920T154548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T154548Z UID:6985-1730714400-1730728800@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Inclusive and Equitable Evaluation Using a Theory of Change DESCRIPTION:About the Session \nEvaluators and implementers develop Theories of Change (ToCs) to explain the logic of a proposed project\, demonstrate how desired change could happen in a particular context\, and provide data-driven rationales for how and why it will succeed in generating impact. ToCs are developed in the proposal phase or early in project implementation but are not returned to during the rest of the project. Yet\, even the best-laid plans often go awry\, and evaluators miss key opportunities to reflect on their approach. To promote equity and social justice in our work\, it’s crucial to challenge our own epistemological foundations by identifying and testing our biases to consider the ramifications of our practice. One such way to do this is by iteratively and deliberately testing a ToC throughout the project lifecycle. \nBy using a ToC not only as a product\, but as a process\, evaluators can reap a multitude of benefits such as: proactively identifying risks\, triggering reflection and iterative learning\, appropriately adapting work plans\, strengthening communication\, establishing (or maintaining) stakeholder buy-in\, and facilitating proper hand-over. \nAbout the Facilitator \nElizabeth Sweitzer is a Monitoring and Evaluation Subject Matter Expert\, with +11 years experience as a facilitator\, course instructor and educator for professional development and executive education workshops\, as well as + 7 years experience in measuring performance of international development programs and research programs across private\, public\, and social sectors. She currently works as a Senior Consultant with Guidehouse for programs related to energy and sustainability. Her specialty is providing Program Evaluation\, guiding clients on methods to improve performance management. She possesses a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Cornell University\, is a Certified Change Management Professional\, and Certified Project Management Professional. Elizabeth was a Fulbright Fellow to Brazil (2015). She is fluent in English\, Spanish and Portuguese\, and proficient in French. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/inclusive-and-equitable-evaluation-using-a-theory-of-change/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Eventbrite-TOC-header2.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240819T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240822T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240515T190612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T145351Z UID:6875-1724058000-1724346000@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Essential Skills Series - Summer 2024 Intensive DESCRIPTION:Essential Skills Series: In-Person\nThis 4-day course was developed by the Canadian Evaluation Society to provide participants with a basic understanding of the main models and practices associated with the profession of evaluation. Prior knowledge of evaluation and of social science research methods is not required. There are no examinations associated with the course\, nor is there any homework. Participation in all 15 course modules entitles you to a Certificate of Completion from the Canadian Evaluation Society. \nParticipants will gain: \n\nBasic knowledge and skills\,\nAppreciation for essential elements of evaluation\,\nCapacity to apply acquired knowledge and skills\, and\nDevelopment as an evaluation professional.\n\nCourse Competencies\nParticipants will be able to describe in basic terms: \n\nthe uses and benefits of evaluation\ncommon settings in which evaluation takes place\nwhere evaluations and performance monitoring fit in the program cycle\nunderlying theories related to evaluation\, and their implications\nthe historical and technical context in which evaluation takes place\nthe range of terminology used in evaluation\ncauses of\, and responses to\, resistance\npotential misuses of evaluation\ncultural considerations in conducting evaluations\nethical considerations with respect to evaluation\nevaluation standards\nevaluation as a profession\nthe role of CES\, including the CE system\nspecial applications of evaluation\nthe relevance of\, and processes associated with:\nidentifying evaluation objectives\nidentifying and engaging evaluation clients and stakeholders\, and establishing roles\ndevelop a program profile\ncreating evaluation questions and indicators\ncommon data collection methods\ncreating an appropriate and valid evaluation design\, including the selection of data collection methods\ncollecting data\, including performance monitoring\ndata management\nassessing data quality\ndata analysis\, including cost effectiveness analysis\ndetermining evaluation scale and budget\nproject management\nsynthesis of evidence leading to the development of conclusions and recommendations\nevaluation reporting and dissemination\nParticipants will also gain elementary experience in:\n\n• creating logic models\n• developing indicators\n• question construction\n• creating an evaluation matrix\n• writing findings statements\n• creating a reporting plan \nRegistration includes course materials. \nDownload a PDF of the Essential Skills Series course description \nRegistration Cost\n\nCES Ontario members receive a discount on the general admission ticket prices for the Essential Skills Series. If you’re interested in becoming a CES Ontario member\, please visit the Canadian Evaluation Society. \nCES Member: $1199\nNon-Member: $1299 \n2024 Early Bird pricing until June 19! Use the code EARLYBIRD24 for $100 off registration price! \nPrices do not include HST or registration fees. \nAbout the Facilitator\nPaul Favaro Ph.D.\, CE is the Chief of Research\, Program Evaluation\, and Accountability for the Peel District School Board in Mississauga\, Ontario. He teaches management sciences at York University in Toronto. \nDr. Favaro has authored or co-authored articles\, chapters\, and technical reports\, and has conducted professional training workshops in the areas of program evaluation\, performance measurement\, and research methodology. He is on the editorial board of The Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. Throughout his career\, he has worked as a research consultant to a wide variety of government ministries\, educational organizations\, charitable foundations\, and community-based programs. He has held several executive positions on the board of the Canadian Evaluation Society (CES). In 2010\, he was awarded a fellowship in the CES. He is a Credentialed Evaluator by the Canadian Evaluation Society. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/essential-skills-series-summer-2024-intensive/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre\, 30 Carlton Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2E9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Essential Skills Series,Professional Development,Student,Student & New Practitioner ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240619T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240619T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240618T144557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T152904Z UID:6919-1718794800-1718802000@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:2024 CES Ontario Annual General Meeting and Learning Event DESCRIPTION:CES – Ontario is pleased to announce that the chapter’s Annual General Meeting will be held online on June 19\, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nWhy Attend the AGM? \nThe AGM is a great opportunity to: \n– Learn more about recent chapter activities; \n– Elect new board members and approve any bylaw changes; \n– Participate in the annual Learning Event. \nEvent Agenda: \n\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: AGM presentation\, including progress on our strategic goals and upcoming chapter events\n\n\n12:00 PM – 1:00PM: Learning Event: Communities of Practice and Evaluation\n\n\nWe will distribute the Annual General Meeting package\, including a full agenda\, Annual Report\, and audited financial statements\, to all CES Ontario members and event attendees prior to the event. \nLearning Event: Communities of Practice and Evaluation \nJoin us at our fireside chat on communities of practice and evaluation! We have invited five organizations to speak about how they manage evaluation communities of practice and share information regarding different CoPs. This engaging panel aims to facilitate a discussion on lessons learned\, impact and operations of CoPs and to enable CES Ontario members to get a broader understanding of the opportunities to connect\, network and engage with a wide range of evaluators and CoPs in Ontario and beyond. \nParticipating Communities of Practice \n• The Joint Committee on Standards for Educational Evaluation (JCSEE)\n• Evaluation Café Ontario (EvalCafé)\n• Independent Consulting Community of Interest (CES ICCI)\n• Ontario Public Service Performance Measurement and Evaluation CoP (PM&E OPS)\n• Ontario Public Health Evaluation Network (OPHEN) URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/2024-ces-ontario-annual-general-meeting-and-learning-event/ CATEGORIES:Annual General Meetings,Membership ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240424T184436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T184456Z UID:6866-1717074000-1717081200@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:The Art and Science of Producing Effective Infographics DESCRIPTION:About This Workshop: \nData visualization as a hot topic in the evaluation world\, especially in knowledge transfer activities. The interactive and multi-modal workshop will focus on a specific type of data visualization\, namely infographics – artistic or graphic presentation of data to communicate insights. We will briefly orient infographics in the realm of data visualization\, illustrating the different types of infographics. Then our focus will shift to the science of why we use infographics in communicating to our various audiences (clients and funders). We then venture into design theory\, calling on the works of data visualization experts Bernard Marr\, Stephanie Evergreen\, Garr Reynolds and Edward Tufte. The bulk of the time will be aimed at specific design elements of graphics\, colour\, and font\, which provide the visual cues to our most important element: the data. We will then put these elements together with examples\, and then look at resources and tools for infographic production. The session will conclude with a short question period. \nLearning objectives: \nBy the end of the Workshop\, the participant will be able to: \n\nCompare the different types of infographics and situate them in the greater web of data visualization\nUnderstand the basic tenets of design theory and how the brain process and information\nIdentify and appraise the design elements of effective infographics\nLocate and use various resources and tools for effective infographic production\n\nCompetencies for Canadian Evaluation Practice: \nTechnical Practice \n\n\n\n2.8 Identify data sources\n2.13 Assesses trustworthiness of data\n2.16 Reports evaluation findings and results\n\n\n\nSituational Practice \n\n\n\n3.5 Serves the information needs of intended users\n\n\n\nManagement Practice \n\n\n\n4.6 Reports on progress and results\n\n\n\nInterpersonal Practice \n\n\n\n5.1 Uses written communication skills and technologies\n\n\n\nEvent location:\nOnline through Zoom\n\nCost:\n$189 for CES Members\n$219 for General Admission.\nPrice does not include HST.\n\nKey Learnings:\nThis workshop aims to strengthen capacities in line with the following Competencies for Canadian Evaluation Practice:\n\nTechnical practice \n\nClarifies the program theory\nIdentifies data requirements\, sources\, sampling and data collection tool\n\nInterpersonal practice \n\nUses communication strategies appropriate to the cultural\, linguistic\, social and political context\nDemonstrates effective\, appropriate and respectful verbal and non-verbal communication skills\n\nAbout the Facilitator:\nA. Sidiq (Sid) Ali\, is an expert in education programs\, focusing on assessment program development\, management and evaluation. He has over 20 years’ experience as an evaluator. Sid combines his skills in psychometrics and evaluation to foster his professional interests in program evaluation capacity-building in the private sector\, program development in licensure and certification contexts\, as well as in effective data analytics and visualization. Since founding his consulting practice (www.rae-consult.com)\, he has worked with profession regulators and governing bodies in accounting and financial management\, healthcare\, law and international sanctions\, as well as with the learning and development units of two of the big five Canadian banks. He began his better data visualization journey in 2008\, focusing on effective presentation strategies for PowerPoint. He now blogs and speaks about data visualization\, and has been an invited guest blogger on Stephanie Evergreen’s effective data visualization blog. He has produced infographics for official CES communications\, has conducted a CES national webinar on infographics and has facilitated workshops on infographics for CES-ON and CES-MB. Sid is a Credentialed Evaluator\, earned his M.Ed. and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto in Educational Measurement and Evaluation\, and was a two-term Director for CES-ON. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/the-art-and-science-of-producing-effective-infographics-9/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Professional Development,Student & New Practitioner ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240429T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240429T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240424T185039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T185039Z UID:6868-1714411800-1714419000@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Evaluation Café Meet-Up DESCRIPTION:About \nThe next Evaluation Café meetup is coming soon in Toronto! \n🌟 Our next Evaluation Café meetup is brewing up something special! Join us for an evening where numbers meet narratives\, and charts mingle with chats. 📊💬 \n🗓 When: Monday\, April 29th\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Where: The Imperial Pub (54 Dundas St E)\n🍻 Sponsored by: Canadian Evaluation Society – Ontario Chapter (CES-ON) (Yes\, they’re the cool folks making this happen!) \n🤔 Wondering what to expect? This is a casual gathering of evaluation enthusiasts\, from seasoned pros to curious newcomers\, all sharing insights over pints and pub grub. Whether you’re looking to network\, nibble\, or just nerd out over data\, there’s a seat at the table with your name on it! \n👉 Bring your best evaluation questions\, your funniest data disaster stories\, and your appetite – both for knowledge and for pub fare. \n🥂 RSVP now and let us know you’re coming!🍻 \n#EvaluationCafe #CESOntario #TorontoEvents #Networking #EvaluationCommunity URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/evaluation-cafe-meet-up-2/ LOCATION:Imperial Pub\, 54 Dundas Street East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:EvalCafe,Membership,Social Networking END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240213T004324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T004324Z UID:6803-1710927000-1710937800@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Logic Models and Performance Measurement DESCRIPTION:In this intermediate level course\, participants will advance their logicmodel and performance measurement skills. In the logic model portion of the course\, participants will develop a complex logic model\, role play explaining it to evaluation clients\, and respond to questions/critiques. In the performance measurement portion of the course\, participants will develop indicators\, critique an existing set of indicators\, debate the pros and cons of various performance measurement approaches\, and determine the best approaches based on a set of scenarios. \nRegister online here: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/ceslogicperformance2024/home \nKey Learnings:\nThis workshop aims to strengthen capacities in line with the following Competencies for Canadian Evaluation Practice:\n\nTechnical practice \n\nClarifies the program theory\nIdentifies data requirements\, sources\, sampling and data collection tool\n\nInterpersonal practice \n\nUses communication strategies appropriate to the cultural\, linguistic\, social and political context\nDemonstrates effective\, appropriate and respectful verbal and non-verbal communication skills\n\nAbout the Facilitator:\nSandy Moir\, MBA\, CE\, FCMC\, CMP – a Partner at Goss Gilroy Managment Consultants Inc (CGI)\, Sandy has almost 30 years of experience in evaluation and performance measurement. Sandy conducts work in all sectors\, from employment to small business\, from science to culture. Sandy has an MBA and is a Fellow Certified Management Consultant (CMC-Canada)\, a Certified Change Management Professional (Prosci) and Credentialed Evaluator (CES). Sandy is committed to lifelong learning and excels at group facilitation. She is also a seasoned presenter and routinely presents at CES conferences\, PPX symposia and CMC-Canada events. She has designed and delivered training on evaluation and performance measurement\, evaluation and change management\, evaluation and complex transformations\, and the development of online learning tools for result-based management to various government and not-for-profit organizations over her career. Sandy has also delivered the CES ESS training several times over the years URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/logic-models-and-performance-measurement/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20240131T154838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T154838Z UID:6799-1707327000-1707334200@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Evaluation Café Meet-Up DESCRIPTION:CES Ontario + Evaluation Cafe Toronto will be hosting another event to meet up on Wednesday February 7th from 5:30-7:30pm at The Fox and the Fiddle\, which is just across the street from Wellesley subway station. \nLight refreshments will be provided. This event is for program evaluators\, monitoring and evaluation specialists\, practitioners\, and students! I hope you can join! \nFind more information here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/evaluationcafemeet-up7156398232938442753/ URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/evaluation-cafe-meet-up/ LOCATION:Fox and Fiddle\, 27 Wellesley Street East\, Toronto\, Canada CATEGORIES:EvalCafe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240115T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20231001T172646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T172646Z UID:6608-1705305600-1711299600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:January 2024 e-Essential Skills Series DESCRIPTION:**Register today!** \nThe Canadian Evaluation Society’s on-line ten-week course offers participants with a basic understanding of the main models and practices of evaluation. No prior knowledge of evaluation or social science research methods is required to participate. Participants will gain: \n\nBasic knowledge and skills\,\nAppreciation for essential elements of evaluation\,\nCapacity to apply acquired knowledge and skills\, and\nDevelopment as an evaluation professional.\n\nThe Essential Skills Series is ten self-paced learning modules that cover everything from basics like the objectives of evaluations\, all the way through to practical skills such as budgeting and workplan development. The discussion forum encourages knowledge transfer/sharing among participants and instructor\, instructor reviewed assignments to guide learners and real-time Zoom learning at the start and conclusion of the course. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the role of evaluation in the program lifecycle;\nExplain common evaluation terms\, functions\, and approaches;\nList the steps in planning and conducting an evaluation;\nDescribe how common social science data collection methods are used in evaluations;\nDescribe the value and use of project management concepts in evaluations;\nOutline ways to support the use of evaluation findings and produce actionable evaluation reports; and\nRecognize evaluation standards and ethical principles and identify their role in the professionalization of evaluation in Canada.\n\nLearners will be expected to: \n\nComplete one module per week independent of the facilitator;\nParticipate regularly in discussion forums with participants and the instructor;\nComplete seven assignments to submit to facilitator for review/feedback\n\nAbout the Facilitator \nTina Sahay has worked in the area of Program Evaluation and Performance Measurement for more than 24 years\, supporting governments at the national\, provincial and municipal levels in Canada as well as the not-for-profit sector. Tina operates a consulting firm in Toronto and works on client projects in all areas of her specialty of community and public health. She works extensively with vulnerable populations including newcomers\, youth and those at-risk for mental health and substance use disorders. Tina also provides training to professionals on various aspects of program evaluation. She is an instructor for the Canadian Evaluation Society and has designed and conducted training programs for Toronto Public Health\, Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation\, MOHLTC\, Hastings Prince Edward Public Health and York University. \nTina holds a Masters degree in Health Science from the University of Toronto and is a certified Quality Improvement Specialist. Tina is also a credentialed evaluator with the Canadian Evaluation Society. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/january-2024-e-essential-skills-series/ CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Student & New Practitioner END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231129T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231129T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20231124T151727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T151917Z UID:6757-1701259200-1701262800@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Eval Café: Film to Enhance Impact DESCRIPTION:Gary Hayes will share a story of health impact in Indigenous communities in Alberta through digital storytelling and his doctoral research that examined how strategic impact campaigns can be respectfully co-created to affect change. There will be time to discuss how we can use film to enhance the impact of our evaluations/reports. \nGary Hayes is an impact practitioner\, filmmaker\, and adventure enthusiast. Drawing on his documentary television production experiences\, he partners with clients to co-create digital stories with accompanying impact campaigns. Through respectful engagement\, Hayes develops and co-designs initiatives that produce digital stories that have measurable impact goals. Hayes works with passionate social ambassadors\, communities\, organizations\, and government to strategically distribute and engage with audiences to co-create impact. \nPresented by EvalCafé Toronto with the support of CES Ontario. Members and non-members are welcome to attend. Visit the LinkedIn Event Page for more information URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/eval-cafe-film-to-enhance-impact/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:EvalCafe,Membership,Social Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1700521423194.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231120T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231124T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20230619T194634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T193359Z UID:6459-1700485200-1700838000@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Facilitation Skills for Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Practitioners DESCRIPTION:At some point in their careers\, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) practitioners will be placed in a position where they have to communicate their work to a group of people. This may be to project staff\, policy makers and other stakeholders. Sometimes\, the meeting will be comprised of people who are not fully versed with the technical M&E jargon\, or to people who may not be receptive to some less-than-positive findings from an evaluation report. Likewise\, the group may consist of people with diverse backgrounds and competing interests\, yet their consensus is needed. \nThis is where skills are needed to navigate the group (and power) dynamics to effectively facilitate a meeting that is engaging\, elicits participation and produces tangible results. \nThis course covers: \n\nThe facilitation process\nFacilitation roles and responsibilities\nVarious facilitation techniques\, including when and how to use them for best effect\nActive Listening\nGroup Dynamics\nCharacteristics of Good Facilitation\nEnergisers and Ice breakers\nAddressing difficult people situations\n\nThe course is highly interactive with role-play and simulations. The live Zoom sessions are scheduled for Monday\, November 20; Wednesday\, November 22 and Friday\, November 24 2023 beginning at 1 PM EST. Run time is 2 hours. The Tuesday and Thursday of that week will be used for homework/assignments and self-paced study on an online learning platform\, which will be provided before the course begins. \nKey Canadian Evaluation Society Competencies: \n4. Management Practice competencies focus on applying sound project management skills throughout the evaluation project. \n\n4.1 Provides leadership to the evaluation project.\n4.5 Uses group management and facilitation skills.\n\n5. Interpersonal Practice competencies focus on the social and personal skills required to communicate and interact effectively with all stakeholders. \n\n5.1. Uses communication strategies appropriate to the cultural\, linguistic\, social\, and political context.\n5.2 Demonstrates effective and appropriate written and visual communication skills.\n5.3 Demonstrates effective\, appropriate\, and respectful verbal and non-verbal communication skills.\n5.4 Uses a variety of processes that result in mutually negotiated agreements\, shared understandings and consensus building.\n5.5 Builds partnerships within the evaluation context.\n\nAbout the Facilitator: \nAnn-Murray Brown is Jamaican and is an independent consultant based in The Hague\, The Netherlands. She has provided professional services to several international NGOs such as the UNDP\, the World Food Programme (WFP) and the European Commission on programmes related to Migration\, Governance\, Child Protection\, Poverty Reduction and Gender. \nAs a facilitator she delivers workshops in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) to strengthen organisational capacity and designs evaluation manuals. \nShe is the holder of multiple advanced degrees in Sociology and International Development and is a member of professional bodies such as the American Evaluation Association (AEA)\, the European Evaluation Society (EES)\, the Dutch Evaluation Society (Vide) and the Caribbean Evaluators International. She also maintains a blog on Monitoring and Evaluation (https://www.annmurraybrown.com/blog ). URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/facilitation-skills-for-monitoring-and-evaluation-me-practitioners-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advanced/Intermediate,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231026T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114824 CREATED:20231012T140252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T140311Z UID:6665-1698312600-1698339600@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:CES Ontario Virtual Conference: Building Better Evaluation: Increasing Diversity and Promoting Inclusion DESCRIPTION:***Register now!*** \n\n\n\nAnnouncing the CES-ON 2023 Virtual Conference: Building Better Evaluation – Increasing and Promoting Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion \nDo you want to: \n\nBetter understand how to integrate and promote diversity\, equity and inclusion within evaluation practices?\nInfluence Ontario’s evaluation eco-systems?\nDevelop lasting connections to evaluators\, networks\, and organizations?\nConnect with and learn from Ontario evaluation leaders?\nEarn professional development hours to maintain Credentialed Evaluator status?\n\nThen\, save the date for CES-Ontario’s 2023 virtual one-day conference on October 26\, 2023. \nThe conference’s theme is Building Better Evaluation – Increasing and Promoting Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion. Sessions will inform and connect participants to efforts to build better evaluation within and beyond Ontario. The conference will include: \n\nA presentation and discussion on evaluation ethics to start and frame the event.\nA panel on the state of evaluation today\, exploring trends\, concerns\, and opportunities for change across a diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and anti-oppression framework from the perspectives of many different stakeholders with Ontario.\nOpportunities to learn about and connect with Evaluation Communities of Practice across different sectors.\nInteractive workshops on methods and approaches to evaluation hosted by leading practitioners from across Ontario.\nPeer to peer learning to facilitate reflection\, collaboration\, and engagement with evaluators.\nSocial events to rejuvenate you both personally and professionally.\n\nA key objective of this event is to facilitate networking\, peer to peer learning and to generate meaningful conversations and collaboration across communities of practice in several evaluation domains. We are working hard to ensure every part of the conference will be engaging and stimulating. Sessions will be highly interactive\, with lots of small group reflection\, discussion\, and application. \nCES members will be able register for the entire conference for just $150\, and non-members will be able to register for $175. \nCES Ontario supports CES National’s commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation process and is pleased to offer complimentary registration to Indigenous evaluators. Please connect with our conference team to register. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/ces-ontario-virtual-conference-building-better-evaluation-increasing-diversity-and-promoting-inclusion/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Membership,Professional Development,Social Networking,Student,Student & New Practitioner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://evaluationontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Call-for-Proposals-email-header1.png ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230919T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230919T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114825 CREATED:20230913T014016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T014016Z UID:6598-1695144600-1695151800@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:Evaluation Cafe Toronto September Meet Up! DESCRIPTION:Happy Friday! \nWe’ll be hosting another event to meet up on Tuesday\, September 19th from 5:30-7:30pm at The Fox and the Fiddle\, which is just across the street from Wellesley subway station. \nThe theme of this meet up is: Unearth New Insights! We encourage the Eval community to join fellow evaluators to spark conversations\, hear fresh perspectives\, and uncover innovative approaches to evaluation. Light refreshments will be provided. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/evaluation-cafe-toronto-september-meet-up/ LOCATION:Fox and Fiddle\, 27 Wellesley Street East\, Toronto\, Canada CATEGORIES:EvalCafe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230901T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231110T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T114825 CREATED:20230608T184145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T184145Z UID:6415-1693558800-1699642800@evaluationontario.ca SUMMARY:September 2023 e-Essential Skills Series DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Evaluation Society’s on-line ten-week course offers participants with a basic understanding of the main models and practices of evaluation. No prior knowledge of evaluation or social science research methods is required to participate. Participants will gain: \n\nBasic knowledge and skills\,\nAppreciation for essential elements of evaluation\,\nCapacity to apply acquired knowledge and skills\, and\nDevelopment as an evaluation professional.\n\nThe Essential Skills Series is ten self-paced learning modules that cover everything from basics like the objectives of evaluations\, all the way through to practical skills such as budgeting and workplan development. The discussion forum encourages knowledge transfer/sharing among participants and instructor\, instructor reviewed assignments to guide learners and real-time Zoom learning at the start and conclusion of the course. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the role of evaluation in the program lifecycle;\nExplain common evaluation terms\, functions\, and approaches;\nList the steps in planning and conducting an evaluation;\nDescribe how common social science data collection methods are used in evaluations;\nDescribe the value and use of project management concepts in evaluations;\nOutline ways to support the use of evaluation findings and produce actionable evaluation reports; and\nRecognize evaluation standards and ethical principles and identify their role in the professionalization of evaluation in Canada.\n\nLearners will be expected to: \n\nComplete one module per week independent of the facilitator;\nParticipate regularly in discussion forums with participants and the instructor;\nComplete seven assignments to submit to facilitator for review/feedback\n\nAbout the Facilitator \nDr. Keiko Kuji-Shikatani\, C.E.\, is an internal evaluator with the Ministry of Education\, infusing evaluative thinking in collaborative teams to build sector capacity for the use of evidence to inform decisions. She shares her DE expertise widely leading interministerial collaborations\, evaluation capacity building for governments both in Canada and internationally\, through universities\, civil societies and EvalPartners. URL:https://evaluationontario.ca/event/september-2023-e-essential-skills-series/ CATEGORIES:Essential Skills Series,Professional Development,Student,Student & New Practitioner ORGANIZER;CN="CES Ontario":MAILTO:admin@evaluationontario.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR