Connect. Collaborate. Advance Research in the Nonprofit and Social Economy Sectors.
Membership is open to anyone who supports our mission. ANSER-ARES is a nonprofit association governed democratically by an Executive Committee elected at its annual conference by the membership.
ANSER-ARES is a Canadian association of scholars, researchers, and practitioners dedicated to advancing research and knowledge related to nonprofit organizations and the social economy. Through collaboration and shared inquiry, we foster innovative, high-impact research that strengthens communities and informs policy and practice.
Joining ANSER-ARES connects you to a vibrant community of researchers, practitioners, and policy makers committed to making an impact in the social economy and nonprofit sectors.
Members gain:
Online access to our bilingual, peer-reviewed journal, Canadian Journal of Nonprofit and Social Economy Research (CJNSER).
Monthly newsletters featuring member updates, organizational news, and special programming.
Opportunities to contribute by submitting research notes, practice notes, or blog posts.
Early access to the annual Call for Proposals for presentations, panels, and discussion groups.
Eligibility to stand for election to the ANSER-ARES Board of Directors.
Voting rights at our Annual General Meeting, helping guide the organization’s future.
Opportunities to participate in committees and special projects.
Advance notice of awards for Emerging Scholars, Graduate Students, Early Career Academics, and Distinguished Service.
Tier 1 — $50 CAD
For students, community partners, retirees, and individuals precariously employed who are paying fees personally without institutional support.
Tier 2 — $100 CAD
For post-docs, early career or tenure-track faculty, sessional instructors, public sector staff, nonprofit professionals, or individuals with limited or partial funding support.
Tier 3 — $150 CAD
For tenured faculty, senior researchers, consultants, and individuals with access to institutional or professional development funding. Tier 3 memberships help subsidize Tier 1.
Memberships expire annually on March 31.
Becoming a member is simple. Click the Become a Member button and complete the form and select the membership tier that best reflects your situation. Payments are processed securely.
If you would like to make a financial contribution to support your work, please visit our donations page.
Send us an email to anser.ares@gmail.com