Community Association Software
Stop losing volunteers to administrative burnout. Communal handles memberships, facility bookings, and programs so your board can focus on building community.
- End the "where did we put that spreadsheet?" chaos
- Let members self-serve instead of emailing the board
- Survive board member turnover without losing everything
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Reduce admin work
Automate the repetitive tasks that eat up volunteer time. Renewals, reminders, and receipts happen automatically so your board can focus on community.
Survive board transitions
All your data, history, and processes stay organized when leadership changes. New board members get up to speed quickly without starting from scratch.
Let members self-serve
Members book facilities, register for programs, and renew memberships online 24/7. No more phone tag or email chains with the board.
Keep everything organized
One place for members, bookings, programs, and payments. No more hunting through spreadsheets, emails, and paper files.
What is Community Association Software?
Community association software is a management platform designed specifically for neighborhood associations, community leagues, and homeowner associations (HOAs). It centralizes member management, facility bookings, event coordination, and volunteer tracking into one easy-to-use system.
Unlike generic software, community association platforms understand the unique needs of volunteer-run organizations. From managing community hall rentals to coordinating neighborhood events, the right software empowers volunteers to focus on building community rather than wrestling with spreadsheets.
Why Community Associations Choose Communal
Communal was built with input from community associations across Canada. Our platform addresses the specific needs of volunteer-run organizations:
- Easy board transitions - All data stays organized when leadership changes
- Self-serve member portal - Members update their info and renew without board involvement
- Automated renewals - Set it and forget it membership management
- Online facility booking - Members book community halls, sports fields, and meeting rooms 24/7
- Program registration - Run skating lessons, summer camps, and community events
Join hundreds of community associations that have simplified their operations with Communal.
Everything You Need to Run Your Community
Communal is an all-in-one platform built specifically for community associations and community leagues.
Membership Management
Automated renewals, digital membership cards, and a self-service portal. Members handle their own renewals while you focus on community.
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Facility Booking
Let members book your community hall, sports courts, and meeting rooms online 24/7. No more double bookings or phone tag.
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Program & Event Management
Run skating lessons, summer camps, and community events with online registration and payments. Handle waitlists automatically.
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Volunteer Management
Track volunteer hours, coordinate schedules, and recognize contributions. Make it easy for members to give back.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Community Association Software
Community association software is a management platform designed specifically for neighborhood associations, community leagues, and HOAs. It centralizes member management, facility bookings, event coordination, and volunteer tracking into one easy-to-use system—replacing scattered spreadsheets and paper files.
Yes. Communal is designed for volunteer-run organizations where board members change frequently. The interface is intuitive and requires no technical background. Most volunteers can learn the system in under an hour, and our support team is always available to help.
When board members change, all your data stays organized in Communal. New volunteers can be given appropriate access levels, and outgoing members can be removed. There's no lost knowledge or scrambling to find passwords—everything is documented and accessible to authorized users.
Yes. Communal's facility booking system lets members reserve community halls, meeting rooms, sports courts, and other spaces 24/7. You can set pricing, availability windows, and approval requirements. No more double bookings or phone tag.
Yes. Communal works with community leagues across Alberta (including those affiliated with EFCL) and resident associations in Ontario. We understand the unique needs of Canadian community organizations, including regional membership pricing and integration with federation requirements.
Communal starts at $100/month with no per-member fees. This includes unlimited members, facility bookings, event registrations, and volunteer management. View our pricing page for full details.
Yes. Members can purchase or renew memberships online with credit card payments processed securely through Stripe. Funds are deposited directly to your bank account. You can also enable auto-renewal so members never lapse accidentally.
While there's overlap, community association software like Communal focuses on membership engagement, programs, and facility rentals—common in Canadian community leagues. HOA software often emphasizes property management, violations, and assessments. Communal is built for organizations that want to bring their community together, not just manage properties.
No. Communal works whether you have a website, social media page, or just a QR code at your community hall. Members can access their portal directly through Communal. If you do have a website, we provide embed codes and links to integrate seamlessly.
Why Organizations Choose Communal
See why organizations across North America choose Communal.
"Revenue from membership sales and renewals increased, and we save a significant amount of staff time and paperwork. The customer service is outstanding and the team at Communal continues to add helpful features."
Renee D.
North Glenmore Park Community Association
800+ members
"My experience with the software and the team has been overwhelmingly positive. We switched from another provider and the difference was night-and-day!"
Jon N.
Tuscany Community Association
Switched from another provider
"We are finally able to communicate with our members, run booking software and a program payment platform all in one application. The cost to our Community is very reasonable and the team is fantastic to work with."
Sandra I.
Oakridge Community Association
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See How Communal Works for Your Organization
Get a personalized walkthrough of the features that matter most to you. We'll answer your questions and help you understand if Communal is the right fit.
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