Welcome to the Canadian Evaluation Society

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.

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How We Help Evaluators

  • Annual National Conference
  • Chapter Events Icon Chapter Events
  • Mentorship
  • Job Postings
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  • e-Institute
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  • Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation
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Professional Development

2024 National Conference: May 5-8

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!

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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.

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Evaluation Knowledge 

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CJPE Article

CJPE Article

Authors: Hanna Holman, Dave Guyadeen and Daniel Henstra

The Evaluation Marketplace in Canada: What Qualifications Do Employers Demand?

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.

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Grey Literature

Authors: Kathleen Slemon,Marian Kelly,Karen Nelson,Lindsey Thomson,Rebecca Pereira et al

Focus on Nature: Results of a Program Evaluation

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.

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Past Webinars

Past Webinars

Presenters: Vanessa Anastasopoulos and François Dumaine

Gender Based Analysis Plus (GBA+)

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.

Latest News

New Webinar on April 30 – Entrepreneurship for Evaluators: Developing Your Business Model

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New Webinar on April 30 – Entrepreneurship for Evaluators: Developing Your Business Model

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.

National Conference Presenters Must Register

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National Conference Presenters Must Register

If you are presenting at the Conference in May, we would like to remind you to register to ensure a seamless experience for both you and all our attendees.

Register for April 23 Webinar: R.A.C.E Academy Webinar with dr. monique inez liston

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Register for April 23 Webinar: R.A.C.E Academy Webinar with dr. monique inez liston

This is one of the webinars in the virtual learning series we’re offering leading up to the National Conference, in line with the conference theme, "Renewal and Confluence: Navigating the Future of Evaluation," to get the conversations started.

Join Us for Transformative Keynotes at CES National Conference

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Join Us for Transformative Keynotes at CES National Conference

We will have over 100 workshops and presentations to guide us on this journey, as well as our keynotes and plenary.

Donations are Coming in for CESEF’s Silent Auction

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Donations are Coming in for CESEF’s Silent Auction

The CESEF’s Silent Auction remains a highlight of the Opening Reception for the National Conference in Fredericton! Join your peers who have already donated items to the auction.

Last Call: Nominations for CES National Board President Open Until March 20, 2024

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Last Call: Nominations for CES National Board President Open Until March 20, 2024

The CES is searching for a new president who will hold office for the period July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026. Nominations will be accepted for four weeks, until March 20, 2024.

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Benefits of Membership

Self-Paced & Facilitated Training

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.

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Continuous Learning

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.

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Professional Recognition

Our Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation demonstrates your commitment to professionalism and inspires the confidence of your clients and organizations.

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Career Advancement

Check out current job and contract opportunities, as well as a wide variety of networking opportunities, to help you build and expand your career.

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Connection

Join a community of evaluation professionals from across Canada at the Annual National Conference, a webinar or a local event to strengthen your network.

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Discounts & Benefits

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.

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Meet Our Members

Competence and Support

I joined CES in 2009 to be part of a community of evaluation professionals and engage in professional development

Accessing high-quality professional development opportunities, such as conferences, workshops, webinars and the Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation has helped me to continue to develop my competencies and keep up to date with the latest developments in the field.

The Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation allows me to demonstrate that I am able to conduct high-quality evaluation work while also promoting the profession.

Having a community of evaluators to interact with has been immensely valuable. Being an evaluator can be lonely at times, and it's nice to have colleagues to turn to for support, camaraderie and mutual learning.

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