Location: Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, Surrey, BC  View Map

MMCD Contract Administration Course - In Person Only

Date and Time

Tuesday, April 11th, 2023 - Wednesday, April 12th, 2023
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PDT

Location

Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
15269 104 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3R 1N5

Description

Are you ready to take municipal infrastructure construction contract administration to the next level?

The key person in a Master Municipal Construction Document job is the Contract Administrator, who ensures that the contract is completed according to the agreed contract documents. Certified Contract Administrators guarantee fairness and consistency when overseeing an infrastructure project, benefiting owners, clients and the public. They are an integral part of every MMCD infrastructure project, and our degree of professionalism and training means that project stakeholders can rest assured knowing they are working with a dedicated, informed individual.  The MMCD Certified Contract Administrator Course prepares students to become certified in administering MMCD projects using the documents and specifications that make up the MMCD.

MMCD members enjoy fantastic discounts for this course, with Sponsoring Members receiving a discount of 30%,  Supporting & Institutional  Members receiving a discount of 20%, Associate receiving a discount of 10%! Contact our office if you are interested in becoming a member of our association.

TIME:

8:30 am to 4:30 pm both days 

COST:

$820.00 - Non Member 
$742.00 - Associate Member 
$660.00 - Supporting Member 
$580.00 - Sponsoring Member 
(plus GST)

Course fees include a course binder and desktop license copies of the MMCD Volume I - User Guide (Platinum) & MMCD 2019 Edition (Platinum)

Note: The MMCD CCA Exam is $100.00 (plus GST) in addition to the fee listed above. 

Presenter:

John Sturdy

Location: Online

First Nations are increasingly reclaiming models of self-government, self-reliance and self-determination. This legally significant progression is fundamental to the principles of reconciliation. It has the power to rebuild the social and economic well-being of Indigenous peoples, revitalize the internal operations of First Nations, and renew relationships with other nations, governments and external stakeholders.

This 1.5 day program brings together representatives from First Nations and leaders in the field of Aboriginal and Indigenous law for a comprehensive discussion of Indigenous governance, tax, reconciliation and policy building. Our diverse and well-informed faculty will provide attendees with a deep understanding of key issues in this dynamic area.

Key Areas Addressed:

• Models and pathways for self-government
• Perspectives from self-governing nations
• Taxation powers and economic sovereignty
• Recent changes to federal policy
• First Nation jurisdiction over child and family services and the implications of Bill C-92
• Enforcement of a Nation’s law

Who Should Attend:

• Lawyers practising in the areas of Aboriginal law, administrative law, and business law
• Indigenous leaders, officials, councillors, elders, negotiators, administrators, and advisors
• Owners, managers and representatives of resource development companies and companies operating on Crown land
• Federal, provincial and municipal government officials and policy advisors
• Consultants, accountants, financial planners, and others assisting First Nations with financial matters and business operations

Indigenous Sponsorship Program
PBLI offers sponsored registrations to individuals of First Nation, Inuit, or Métis Descent. One sponsorship is available per program. This sponsorship program is designed to make the education and networking opportunities at our conferences more accessible to Indigenous communities. For application details, please visit https://www.pbli.com/scholarship-programs.

Attend in-person (Downtown Vancouver) or via live webinar.

To register
Online: www.pbli.com/indgov23
By phone: 604-730-2500

Location: 102 - 211 Columbia Street, Vancouver, BC  View Map

MMCD Public Works Inspection Course - In Person Only

Date and Time

Friday, April 14th, 2023
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PDT

Location

Brix Studio
102 - 211 Columbia Street
Vancouver, BC V6A 2R5 

Description

This course is targeted at experienced inspectors, so it does not cover the "mechanics" of the inspection role, such as reading drawings, taking samples or doing tests. Rather, it is a presentation on the administrative aspects of the inspector's job with the intent of clarifying what obligations, rights and responsibilities the inspector has, particularly with regard to the contractor.

The MMCD requires a contract administrator be in place throughout the course of a contract and the contract administrator may delegate some of his/her responsibilities to one or more inspectors. While an inspector may perform additional duties for the contract administrator, those are separate from the obligations imposed by the contract. This course focuses on those distinctions from the contractor's perspective. The course presents some examples of where an inspector can get into trouble through misunderstanding, missing deadlines or by exceeding limits of authority. The course concludes by offering some tips on how to become a more effective inspector.

Who Should Attend?

1. Experienced Inspectors who want to better understand their roles within a MMCD contract.
2. Those who supervise inspectors on MMCD contracts.

Course Objectives

To explain the nuances of the inspector's role in a MMCD contract, specifically:

1. To illustrate how the contract sets up rights and obligations for all involved.
2. To explain how the contract administrator and the inspector receives their authority.
3. To clarify the limits of the inspector's authority and responsibility as distinct from the contract administrator.
4. To clarify the obligations of an inspector while on site and to the contractor.
5. To advise on how an inspector can be more efficient.

Time:

8:30 am: Course starts 
4:30 pm: Course ends

Cost:

$595.00 - Non Member 
$530.50 - Associate Member 
$480.00 - Supporting Member 
$422.50 - Sponsoring Member 
(plus GST)

Course fees include Breakfast & Lunch, an course binder and an electronic copy of the 2019 MMCD Edition

Presenter:

John Sturdy

Location: 101 Gordon St., Nanaimo, BC  View Map

The Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities is a body formed for the purpose of representing in one organization the various municipalities, regional districts and other local governments of Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast, qathet/Powell River, the North Coast and the Central Coast.

In early April each year, AVICC hosts a two and a half day Annual General Meeting and Convention. The event attracts over 250 member delegates as well as sponsors, exhibitors, partners and other non-member delegates.  Members are invited to host the event and if selected, are involved in the planning.
The main Convention starts at 2 pm on a Friday and finishes at noon on Sunday.  A pre-convention program is held on Friday morning, and often involves study tours or forums.  A Welcome Reception is scheduled for the Friday evening and an Annual Banquet on Saturday evening.

Location: 273 Power Street, Penticton, BC  View Map

The BC Economic Development Association (BCEDA) is pleased to announce to our members, non-members and partners that after a two-year hiatus due to the global pandemic, the BC Economic Summit is coming back as an in-person event. Thanks to the generous support of the City of Penticton, the 2023 BC Economic Summit will be held at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre in Penticton, BC, from April 16th to 18th, 2023. The theme of the 2023 Summit is Creating the WOW Factor.

The 2023 BC Economic Summit will be packed with valuable technical presentations, a solutions-focused exhibit hall, networking opportunities, and exciting activities. If you are involved in Economic Development in any capacity in BC, you will not want to miss this reunion as it will include all your favourite Summit activities, plus a few new surprises.  

Sessions Include*:

• Wearing the "C"
• The WOW Factor in Workforce and Health Care Recruitment
• State of BC's Economy
• Creating the WOW Factor with Local Events
• Economic Developers and Community Planners - Making the Connection
• Creating the Tourism Destination
• Bringing the WOW Factor to the Circular Economy
• Town Hall
• Creating the WOW Factor with Revitalization
• How to Attract Big Talent to Smaller Communities by Promoting Quality of Life
• Rural Communities in 10 Yearsand How to Prepare Today

*Subject to change. Agenda coming soon.

The 2023 BC Economic Summit will bring together Economic Developers, Indigenous Leaders, Local Government Leaders, Administration, Community Futures, Chambers and Boards of Trade, the Private Sector, and more to discuss issues important to address for our local, regional, and provincial economy.
The BCEDA is BC’s largest membership organization serving the economic development profession. From public to private, rural to urban and local to international, our members represent the entire range of economic development experiences.  Click here to find out more!

Location: 7551 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC  View Map

Welcome to the FNSA Conference and Annual General Meeting 2023. This year’s conference theme is Resilience: Purpose, People and Persistence. Together, we will explore a wide range of effective practices in classroom instruction, school administration and key areas of professional growth.
 
Hosted at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport in Richmond, BC, the event features concurrent workshops, exhibitors, plenary presentations and networking opportunities.
 

Location: 209 Van Horne St S, Cranbrook, BC  View Map

Join us April 21-23, 2023 in Cranbrook, BC
for the
90th Annual AKBLG AGM & Convention

Kootenay Boundary Connections - Strong Together
Convention Hotel
Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort,
209 Van Horne St S, Cranbrook
Reservations: 250-417-0444 or online  

 

Location: 3914 32nd St., Vernon, BC  View Map

2023 SILGA AGM and Convention
RE-NEW-ALL
Fresh Takes, Moving Forward
#SILGA2023

Prestige Vernon Lodge
3914 32nd Street, Vernon, BC

 

Location: Online

Imagine your local government acting on climate change, economic development and the housing crisis all at once.  

Mass timber can help local governments deliver on all of these.  

REGISTER NOW via Eventbrite!

Mass timber buildings can now be built safely up to 12 storeys with high rise densities. This means that new opportunities exist for high density housing in a midrise form with a lower carbon footprint.  

Prefabricated buildings made from sustainably sourced timber can generate a triple win of low-carbon buildings, secure jobs in small and big towns and a sustainable forest products sector that gets more value with less fibre. This is part of a worldwide shift towards offsite prefabrication using value added wood products.   

In this online workshop, municipal officials will learn how municipalities can take action to remove existing barriers and offer support for prefab mass timber buildings. Renewable Cities’ new guide Building Capacity, and its companion guide, Local Government Quick Reference Handbook (to be released late April), identify key actions related to land use regulations and the building permit process. Action is necessary to “level the playing field” for mass timber construction. 

The Renewable Cities’ report is the culmination of a year-long process of research and engagement with hundreds of developers, design consultants, builders, manufacturers, local government planners and building officials. 

Municipal Officials will learn:   

• About the benefits and unique characteristics of prefab mass timber construction  
• Existing local barriers  
• OCP and zoning solutions 
• Design guideline solutions  
• Building Permit process enhancements    
• Suggested actions for the Province of B.C., developers and prefabrication industry  

Come see how your community can become “mass timber friendly”.  
    
REGISTER NOW via Eventbrite!

This is an exclusive event for local government elected officials and senior municipal staff in B.C.  For more information, please contact: Rebekah Parker, Program and Engagement Coordinator, [email protected] 

Location: Online

Canada’s United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Act received Royal Assent in June 2021, marking a historic milestone in Canada. This legislation is paving the way for new relationships, agreements, and shared decision-making with Indigenous governments.

Resource developers need to navigate the legal, regulatory, financial, and reputational risks associated with development on traditional Indigenous lands. Many initiatives are underway to resolve expectations between resource developers and Indigenous communities. We will explore how Indigenous communities can use UNDRIP to gain economic participation in resource developments on their traditional lands.

While the law in this area continues to evolve, it also creates opportunities for parties who proactively identify and manage these issues. Our experts will cover the implications of recent court decisions and provide case studies of success stories from both industry and Indigenous communities. Attend this program to stay up to date on the latest developments that will impact current and future projects.

Key Areas Addressed:

• The interplay between UNDRIP and the duty to consult
• Potential jurisdictional considerations
• Free, prior and informed consent
• Environmental and impact assessments on major resource projects
• Measuring cumulative effects
• Implications of the Yahey Decision and the Blueberry River First Nations Implementation Agreement
• Case update on the Gitxaala mining case before the BC Supreme Court in April
• Consent-based negotiations, effective practices, recent agreements and success stories
• Using UNDRIP to further joint decision making

Who Should Attend:

• Indigenous leaders, officials, councillors, elders, negotiators, administrators, and advisors
• Lawyers practising in the areas of Indigenous law, administrative law, and business law, and lawyers who advise clients on major development projects or environmental issues
• Owners, managers, and representatives of resource development companies
• Federal, provincial and municipal government officials, policy advisors, and regulatory bodies
• Engineering and environmental service firms
• Consultants, accountants, financial planners, and others advising on projects involving First Nations

Attend in-person (Downtown Vancouver) or via live webinar.

To register
Online: www.pbli.com/undrip23
By phone: 604-730-2500

Location: Online

Register today at:  https://www.civicinfo.bc.ca/event/2023/Canoe
 

Location: 1145 Totem Road, Nanaimo, B.C, Vancouver Island, BC  View Map

10th Annual National Indigenous Physical Activity and Wellness (NIPAW) Hybrid Conference

The Nation's largest hybrid conference on physical activity & wellness for First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and our community members.

This event highlights over 30 speakers who all have a passion to share their teachings. IPACC believes in physical activity as a way to health and wellness, and we will continue to follow our dreams for a better future for our communities.  

This is the nation’s largest conference on Physical Activity & Wellness for First Nations, Métis and Inuit people, created for all of those with an interest in sports, recreation, fitness, and traditional activity who may be band council members; health directors, representatives, or health practitioners; counsellors or social workers; federal, provincial, or municipal health employees; academics; researchers; recreation workers; coaches; fitness instructors; cultural leaders; community members, and all others interested in the promotion of health and wellness through physical activity.

We take the safety and health of our participants, staff, and community very seriously. Hence, we decided to turn the Indigenous Physical Activity & Wellness Conference into a Hybrid In-Person & Virtual Event.

Location: Online

The Canadian Network of Asset Managers (CNAM) welcomes you to their 2023 National Conference, May 1-4, 2023, in Fredericton New Brunswick.

Attending a CNAM conference does not simply benefit the individual registered, it will also positively impact the municipality, organization, or company of the attendee. This year’s conference brings together attendees from across Canada to engage, network and learn through an exciting 3-day program of thought-provoking sessions with a focus on:

In-Person or Virtual Registration available

Awareness – Having a presence at the conference can give positive visibility to your municipality, organization or company and ensure your part of the important industry conversations and have a proverbial “seat at the table”.

Networking – With industry leaders from across Canada and beyond. Attending can help you stay relevant, providing vital leads, connections, ideas, and new connections post conference.

Education – Having multiple team members present, is cost-effective, and means that they can divide and conquer to attend different workshops, plenaries, and concurrent sessions to have a pulse on key industry topics, trends, and changes, all of which can be brought back to benefit your municipality, organization, or company long term.

Growth Opportunity – It has been a difficult few years. Your team member(s) are ambassadors of your municipality, organization or company, and participation shows them a vote of confidence in the work they are doing and their importance. This will not only provide benefits for the above reasons but give the individual(s) a growth opportunity in the industry. It adds to a positive work relationship and could potentially help in job retention.

Lastly, Fredericton is Fantastic - Fredericton provides the classic Maritime experience delegates know and love, enhanced by a thriving music and cultural scene, an unparalleled cluster of authentic experiences and advanced technology. Add in a close-knit, walkable downtown, kilometers of green space alongside the majestic Wolastoq / Saint John River and you will discover a perfect combination of history, culture, and unique experiences. Locals are proud of their dynamic community and diversity of the city. All the things that make Fredericton, New Brunswick a great place to live also make it a great place to meet. Whether you are a nature lover, adventure seekers, sightseers, history buffs, shoppers or dining aficionados, there is something for you in Fredericton!

Location: Online

Learn the records management skills you need to manage records in law firms, doctors’ offices, government agencies, or any organization with large document stores.

With the rapid growth of digital technologies, organizations need assistance to manage records and documents efficiently. The Records Management program teaches you industry standards and best practices to create, organize, secure, archive, and track both electronic and paper records in order to facilitate retrieval and ensure legal compliance. Records management expertise can set you apart from the office pool and lead to enhanced career opportunities in a variety of fields.

Summer 2023 Records Management (RM) Course Offerings:

RM06 - Spreadsheets: Excel
In this hands-on course, learn about spreadsheet concepts using Microsoft Excel software. The emphasis is on creating and using spreadsheets for business applications.
Delivery method: Online with no scheduled meeting times
May 22-June 11 | 40051
Cost: $290.00
 
RM07 - Word-Processing: Word
In this hands-on course, learn how to design and organize documents using Microsoft Word software. The course puts a special emphasis on attention to detail and practical application in preparing business documents and forms.
Delivery method: Online with no scheduled meeting times
May 1-21 | 40052
Cost: $290
 

Location: Online

In the age of social media, public relations staff play a vital role to ensure that their organization not only builds a positive reputation, but also engages customers and grows in influence.

To enable you to seize opportunities in this fast-moving field, UFV’s Public Relations program equips you with practical knowledge in public relations, social media, image management, public speaking, media relations, and writing. These sought-after skills qualify you for varied employment opportunities or career advancement and are applicable across a wide range of disciplines.

Summer 2023 Public Relations (PR) Course Offerings:

PR08 - Visual Communications
Learn to leverage the value of graphics, document design and videos to boost the impact and clarity of PR communications. This course enables students to identify appropriate visual communication strategies and practices for campaigns and events. Students will use software like MS PowerPoint and Canva for projects.

Delivery method: Online with no scheduled meeting times
May 8-28 | 40032
Cost: $290

PR09 - Copyright and Legal Issues
Examine the copyright and legal considerations affecting the design of a communication plan. Find out about protecting work and explore legal issues surrounding personal and organizational information, privacy, open source materials, print materials, images, videos, and social media in public relations practices.

Delivery method: Online with no scheduled meeting times
May 29-June 18 | 40033
Cost: $290

PR11 - Employment Messaging
Learn to prepare an employment portfolio, including traditional résumés and cover letters, online materials, and social media career profiles. Review interview techniques to present yourself professionally.

Delivery method: Online with no scheduled meeting times
June 19-25 | 40034
Cost: $120
 

Location: Online

Designed for employees of municipal and regional governments in BC, the Civic Governance and Innovation (CGI) program uses case study analysis and applied projects to examine how local governments do and can pursue innovation and risk-taking.

Local governments will have to tackle big issues in the years coming, ranging from new technology demands to climate change adaptation. To take on these challenges, current and future municipal employees, elected officials, and members of the public will need to work together to share knowledge, take calculated risks, and effect change through collaborative, cross-organizational processes.

In the CGI program, you will learn techniques for weighing evidence for decision-making, and methods to analyze ideas for improved outcomes. You will explore how socio-demographic and economic diversity influences public engagement and service delivery.

Participants in the program may also be engaging with your own organization's employees or with other regional governments to tackle these and other questions.

Summer 2023 Civic Governance and Innovation (CIVI) Course Offerings:

CIVI 200 - Evidence-Based Decision Making (3 credits)
Fundamental approaches to evidence-based decision making examined for use within public/private sector organizations. Students reflect on evidence-based methodologies, including critical thinking skills, various experimental designs, data collection, use of statistics, and Indigenous ways of knowing/being to provide evidentiary basis for decisions. Students develop skills to gather, organize, cite, review, and evaluate the decision-making process.

Delivery method: Online with no scheduled meeting times
Date: May 8^th – August 4^th, 2023
 

Location: Online

Register your community’s recreation and parks staff for BCRPA’s flagship conference – Symposium -- happening in-person in Vancouver, May 3-5 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. 

Upwards of 300 recreation and parks professionals, planners, volunteers, sector partners and elected officials attend Symposium each year for the highest quality of programming. 

Keynote speakers include:  

• Rob Volpe, Ignite 360 
• Severn Cullis-Suzuki, David Suzuki Foundation 

This year’s program focuses on big-picture change in the sector, presenting innovative ideas, tools, and best practices. Session themes include wellness in our work, climate change, and reconciliation, wrapping up on the final conference day with a powerful workshop facilitated by BCRPA CEO, Katie Fenn that helps translate inspiration into action. 

Register and find full session descriptions https://bit.ly/3l26nGs 

Location: 100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, BC  View Map

The Lower Mainland Local Government Association Conference & AGM will be held from May 3-5th in beautiful Harrison Hot Springs.  Mayors, Councillors and Senior Staff from across the Lower Mainland of BC will be in attendance.  The theme of this year's conference is "Commitment to Excellence & Innovation in Local Government".  The conference will include some interesting pre-conference tours, riveting keynote speakers, and panels that are timely and relevant to local governments in BC.  As usual, the conference will also include the resolutions session and banquet dinner. 

Location: Virtual, Kelowna (Roberts Lake) and Vernon (Swan Lake), In-person field days held in Kelowna and Vernon, BC  View Map

Wetland Delineation and Assessment Micro-Credential

This applied course focuses on methods to identify wetlands and delineate their boundaries in the field based on vegetation, soil, and hydrological indicators. Course work includes desktop assessment of wetland boundaries using aerial photo interpretation. 

Come prepared to gain hands-on experience and develop technical skills for plant identification, field description of soil profiles, evaluation of hydrology, and use of existing data sources to determine wetland boundaries. Topics in wetland classification, functional assessment, regulatory processes, impacts and mitigation will be covered.

This program is intended for practicing professionals, local government, provincial regulators, and students wanting to acquire background knowledge and hands-on field experience in wetland delineation and assessment methods.

Instructors

Kristen Andersen, P. Biol., PWS, Senior Wetland Scientist        
Carrie Nadeau, R.P.Bio., Senior Ecologist

Program Format and Tuition

The Wetland Delineation and Assessment micro-credential consists of two courses – the first course is delivered online, and the second course is delivered in-person, in the field.
 
Course 1: WDA1-2023 Fundamentals of Wetland Delineation and Assessment
May 8 – 10, 2023
Delivery Mode: Online Classroom
 
Course 2: WDA2-2023 Field Training and Capstone Project
May 16 – 17, 2023
Delivery Mode: In-Person Fieldwork; Online Capstone Assignment
 
The program tuition is $1750. As this is the first offering of the program, we will offer the program at a discounted rate of $1400 for any participants who agree to participate in a feedback survey upon, and at six months and two years following, completion (three surveys total).

It is offered through the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographic Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science, at UBC Okanagan. Participants who successfully complete both courses earn a Letter of Proficiency, an official UBC non-credit micro-credential. Please note that an existing or prior affiliation with UBC is not required. Enrolment for the field component is limted to 30 participants.

For More Information

For more information, or to be added to our mailing list for updates, please contact Marni Turek, Program Coordinator, at: [email protected]. 

Location: Online

Does your organization have an interest in Indigenous engagement? Are you interested in a presentation focusing on battle-tested Indigenous relationship building principles utilizing the 2003 Community Accord signed between Tla'amin Nation and the City of Powell River. This Accord is the longest standing proactive community-to-community reconciliation tools currently being implemented in Canada.

Topics covered and misconceptions clarified include:

• Colonial impacts to First Nation communities resulting from Canada's Indian Act, Indian Reserve System, Indian Residential School System (including significance of discovery of unmarked graves at former Indian residential school properties. If Indian Residential Schools were so horrific, 'Why did Indians attend?' and 'why can't Indians 'just get over it?'
• Why do Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation departments exist and are they necessary?
• Proper usage of term 'reconciliation'
• Do's and don'ts when engaging Indigenous communities
• Aboriginal rights and title and why this issue will impact every major natural resource extraction project in Canada
• Distinction between white privilege, racism and systemic racism
• Indigenous tokenism and Indigenous culture identity fraud

Speakers

• KWAST-en-ayu (or Maynard Harry): Former Chief Councillor, Tla'amin Nation
• Stewart Alsgard ('Qoqoq'), former Mayor, City of Powell River (1998-2010)

Register Here

Location: #1-300 Hwy 2, Dawson Creek, BC  View Map

2023 North Central Local Government Association AGM & Convention held in Dawson Creek, BC and co-hosted with the City of Dawson Creek and the District of Chetwynd.  This year's theme is "Northern Communities Leading Together," where our communities always come together to support one another and help each other continue to build a better future for our people. 

Lindsey Borek Platinum Events Planning for any Sponsorship or Exhibition questions?

For all other inquiries, please contact Sandra Moore, NCLGA, at [email protected] 

Location: Online

Competency Aligned Professional Development Tools 
Presented by Marcela Ramirez 
 
Tuesday, May 9^th 2023  
11:00am – 12:00pm PST 
 
Have you ever wished you had access to I4PL competency-aligned practical tools to help support your professional development? If so, this is the session for you! Please join us to share your experience and knowledge and learn about the tools we use to help us stay on top of our professional game. Marcela will share a set of Facilitating Learning competency-aligned professional development tools you can add to your toolbox.  
 
Space is limited, register now.

Check the link above for full description and presenter bio.   
Hope to see you there!
 
Patricia Larose & Alison Brophey
VANCOUVER ISLAND CHAPTER CO-CHAIRS
 
THE INSTITUTE FOR PERFORMANCE AND LEARNING
E [email protected]  
WWW.PERFORMANCEANDLEARNING.CA
 

Location: Online, Online, BC  View Map

The Community Information Tool (CIT) is a central access point for data to help planners, policy makers, economic developers, researchers and academics thrive in the digital economy. The CIT compiles over 40 data sets offering insights into regions across B.C. with integrated socio-economic, connectivity and community assets data. The CIT assists users to better understand multiple factors that are happening within a community and region to support analytical and forecasting work, offering easy access to data-driven insights for communities in B.C.

In this session, you will learn how to use the CIT as a comparative tool to see how one community is similar or different from another, search attributes of a community using your own criteria, and view a culmination of different data produced at the community level.

Location: 1000 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R9, Vancouver, BC  View Map

On May 10-14, 2023, join us for the Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit; an important five-day gathering formally known independently as the FireSmart BC Conference and the WUI Symposium. Our week-long focus on community wildfire resiliency and wildland urban interface training will kick off with a three-day in person conference at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, where we will listen to captivating speakers who are leaders in wildfire resiliency. We will also share best practices as well as our collective experience and insights through informative workshops, and expert panels. This will be followed by two days of training exercises in North Vancouver for BC’s firefighting professionals.

Our theme for this year’s event is Partners in Progress, which recognizes that collaboration and partnerships are critical for keeping BC communities safe and building fire resiliency. We look forward to celebrating our existing partnerships and creating new ones through valuable networking opportunities. The event will include a full day devoted to bringing BC’s firefighters and FireSmart community together on May 12.

Formal invitations and registration details will be distributed in early 2023.

Location: Online

The Community Investment Opportunities Tool (CIOT) is an online provincial site-selection tool that connects investors with industrial, commercial, and agricultural land in B.C. that is available for investment. Promoters can upload available investment opportunities to promote the very best industrial, commercial, and agricultural land in the community. The tool automatically supplements potential investment lands with key location information. Investors can search for available investment opportunities to find the ideal location for their business in the province.

In this session, you will learn how to use the CIOT to work with communities in promoting investment opportunities, and to facilitate engagement with investors who may be interested in the province.

Register Here

Location: 1161 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC  View Map

Where Business, Tech and Innovation Collide in Vancouver!
 
TECHSPO Vancouver 2023 is your chance to …
– Check out exhibitors showcasing the next generation of technology & innovation.
– Be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for greater growth.
– Interact with technology enthusiasts, build your network and reunite with your peers.
 
The 3rd annual TECHSPO Vancouver, two-day technology expo returns May 15th and 16th, 2023 to the Paradox Hotel Vancouver in Vancouver, British Columbia. TECHSPO Vancouver brings together some of the best developers, brands, marketers, technology providers, designers, innovators and evangelists looking to set the pace in our advanced world of technology. Watch exhibitors showcase the next generation of advances in technology & innovation, including; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech and SaaS technologies. Be prepared to be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for greater growth.
 
As part of TECHSPO Vancouver is a limited attendance event, DigiMarCon Canada West 2023 Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference (https://digimarconcanadawest.ca). If the conference is where the learning, theory and inspiration happens, then the TECHSPO floor is where the testing, networking and product interaction takes place. 
 
For complete details visit https://techspovancouver.ca.

Location: 155 Byron Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON  View Map

The 2023 OMAA Spring Workshop while a regular part of the OMAA annual programming, has been reformatted this year in order to address pandemic health and safety requirements. 

Location: 301 North Star Blvd, Kimberley, BC  View Map

The Rocky Mountain / West Kootenay Boundary Local Government Management Association joint chapter conference and chapter AGM is taking place in Kimberley, B.C. from May 17 - 19, 2023. Join your local government management colleagues from muncipalities throughout the region to come together to learn from industry experts and to network with peers.

Location: 515 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC  View Map

This is an in-person course at SFU's Vancouver Campus.

Good urban design—from the building to the site to the neighbourhood—benefits from strong, clear and well-crafted design guidance, and many planners and urban designers are tasked to draft design guidelines. 

This course will guide you through the challenge of drafting design guidelines in varied contexts—from the elements of urban design performance to structure and the drafting process. This course will also help you make a meaningful contribution to advancing the quality of your local built environment and the development approval process.

Schedule: Thursday, May 18, 2023 - 9:00am-4:30pm (Pacific time)
Location: 515 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC, V6B 5K3
Instructors: Neal LaMontagne and Oliver Hartleben

To register, visit the CITY252 course webpage.
Questions? Email [email protected]. 

Location: Online

BC Register of Historic Places – Arches Platform Engagement

This year, the BC Register of Historic Places will be migrating to a new database platform. The BC Heritage Branch has selected the Arches platform and is currently working on the customization and data migration required for the transition to a new platform.

Heritage Branch is hosting virtual engagement sessions to demonstrate the Arches platform, and seek feedback on new features, functionalities, and processes to manage register submissions.

Sessions and Registration:

Tuesday May 23 9:30-11 (REGISTER HERE)

Wednesday June 7 1:30-3:00 (REGISTER HERE)

 Engagement Topics:

1. Benefits of the Arches platform including new functionality and greatly improved public access.
2. Input on functions and types of information on historic sites that local governments and others would like to explore given a more powerful platform.
3. Coordination on systems and compatibility with local governments who host or manage their own platforms and heritage data.
4. Potential changes for staff including a potential new, streamlined procedure to add or manage register submissions and login credentials.
 

Location: 1235 Deerhurst Dr, Huntsville, ON  View Map

The 50th Annual CAMA Conference will be held at the Deerhurst Resort from Monday, May 29th, 2023 to Wednesday, May 31st, 2023 at the Deerhurst Resort. The Golf Tournament and other Pre-Conference activities will begin on Monday morning with the Conference Program ending after the President’s Dinner on Wednesday evening.
 
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
The Full Conference Program and on-line registration will be available at the end of February 2023.
You can also keep up-to-date with Conference news by following us on Twitter, @camalink, and by using the hashtag #CAMA2023.

Location: Online

Attracting more than 100 local government bylaw Decision Makers, Influencers, Senior Local Government Leaders and Front-line staff from across the province, the LIBOA Training Conference is the leading professional development and networking event for BC local government bylaw professionals. The event features networking events, workshops, and numerous sessions on emerging trends and issues affecting the local government bylaw profession. 

Location: 330 Vaughan Street,, Quesnel, BC  View Map

Minerals North Annual Conference & Tradeshow
Three day mining conference

Pre-Conference Activities
Welcome Reception - Hosting Precinct (right beside the West Fraser Centre)
Conference - Arena 2
Banquet - Arena 2
Tradeshow - West Fraser Centre
 

Location: Online

The focus on policing has become more intense. Police departments are being impacted by budget cuts, increased public scrutiny, and calls for greater accountability. Indigenous communities face racism, and higher crime and incarceration rates than the rest of Canada. In the middle of great conflict, there are enormous opportunities for growth and progress. In these crisis times, it is crucial for all those involved with the system to explore and identify key elements in developing and implementing quality policing strategies and harm reduction measures for Indigenous communities.

Join us for as we bring together leading experts with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Attend this two-day program to hear critical insights and updates that are affecting Indigenous police services, and police serving Indigenous communities. This is essential learning for anyone interested in reconciliation and creating a better and safer future.

Key Areas Addressed:

• Building trust and community policing
• Resources to start stand-alone Indigenous policing services
• Recruiting and hiring for a diverse police force, and Indigenous representation on oversight boards
• Innovative approaches to policing
• Racism in policing
• Enforcing band by-laws
• Cannabis and enforcement
• Diffusing high-risk situations, and the police’s role in the social safety net
• The police’s role in the tragedy of residential schools, and where to go from here

Who Should Attend:

• Indigenous leaders, council members, elders, and members of Indigenous community organizations
• Indigenous police officers and Indigenous police boards members
• Members of municipal, provincial, and federal police services that serve and protect Indigenous communities
• Federal, provincial, territorial and municipal government officials
• Lawyers practising in the area of Indigenous justice, and members of the judiciary making decisions impacting Indigenous peoples and communities
• Parole and corrections officers, social workers, mental health workers, criminologists, court workers and others involved with the justice system

Indigenous Sponsorship Program
PBLI offers sponsored registrations to individuals of First Nation, Inuit, or Métis Descent. One sponsorship is available per program. This sponsorship program is designed to make the education and networking opportunities at our conferences more accessible to Indigenous communities. For application details, please click https://www.pbli.com/scholarship-programs

Attend in-person (Downtown Vancouver).

To register
Online: https://www.pbli.com/indpolicing23
By phone: 604-730-2500 

Location: 4599 Chateau Boulevard, Whistler, BC, Whistler, BC  View Map

LEADING WITH PURPOSE: Creating a Culture of Collaboration

Running from May 31 – June 2, 2023, this year's conference will explore key topics impacting local governments, and the leadership role that finance plays in building strategic partnerships across their teams, organizations, and within their communities.

Location: Online

BC Register of Historic Places – Arches Platform Engagement

This year, the BC Register of Historic Places will be migrating to a new database platform. The BC Heritage Branch has selected the Arches platform and is currently working on the customization and data migration required for the transition to a new platform.

Heritage Branch is hosting virtual engagement sessions to demonstrate the Arches platform, and seek feedback on new features, functionalities, and processes to manage register submissions.

Sessions and Registration:

Tuesday May 23 9:30-11 (REGISTER HERE)

Wednesday June 7 1:30-3:00 (REGISTER HERE)

 Engagement Topics:

1. Benefits of the Arches platform including new functionality and greatly improved public access.
2. Input on functions and types of information on historic sites that local governments and others would like to explore given a more powerful platform.
3. Coordination on systems and compatibility with local governments who host or manage their own platforms and heritage data.
4. Potential changes for staff including a potential new, streamlined procedure to add or manage register submissions and login credentials.
 

Location: 101 Gordon St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J8, Nanaimo, BC  View Map

LGMA2023, Taking Stock, (re) Shaping Together, will bring together local government practitioners, experts, and partners from across British Columbia to explore a wide range of current topics and trends and expand their professional networks.

THEME & LEARNING TRACKS:  Taking Stock, (re) Shaping Together
Shifts, shocks, and the overall increased pace of change – all of these have driven the warp-speed adaptation of leaders and teams. Where are we now, what have we learned, and what can we take with us to help shape the future?

At this important juncture LGMA2023, Taking Stock, (re) Shaping Together, provides an opportunity for local government leaders, experts, and partners to showcase local government ingenuity; reflect, analyze, and share transferable tools; and collectively address emerging issues impacting communities, citizens, and local government organizations.

2023 learning tracks:

• Livable, Sustainable Communities
• Trends in Technology and the Impact of Digitalization
• Advancing Equity, Inclusion, and Decolonization
• Team and Organizational Effectiveness
• Personal Growth and Development

Location: 437 Prince St, Truro, NS  View Map

AMANS 2023 Spring Conference
Inn on Prince Hotel | Truro, Nova Scotia
June 14-16, 2023

Registration
Conference registration dates will be announced in the coming months.

Hotel Accommodations
AMANS secured a group of room blocks for conference attendees at two hotels in Truro. If you know you will be attending the spring conference we recommend making a reservation as soon as possible to ensure you can secure the hotel and your preferred room. Details on the two hotels with blocked rooms are located below.

Please note, there are a limited amount of rooms under the block and we encourage room-sharing where possible.

Inn on Prince Hotel & Conference Centre Truro- NOW FULL
Address: 437 Prince Street, Truro (Click here to view on Google Maps)
To see photos of the hotel and a complete list of amenities please refer to their website. Click here to visit the Inn on Prince Hotel website.
Phone: 902-895-1651 or 1-888-895-1651 (toll free)
Rate: starting from $129.00 +tax for a single or double room, $144 +tax for a Triple, and $159 +tax for a Quadruple.
Guestrooms must be booked by May 16, 2023, after which they are subject to availability and rate change.
Breakfast: Included in the room rate
Parking: Free onsite parking is provided for hotel guests
Group Block Name: Association of Municipal Administrators Nova Scotia
Reservation Information: For guestroom booking individually, contact the front desk at 902-895-1651 to reserve your room or call 1-888-895-1651 (toll-free)

Best Western Truro - Glengarry
Address:150 Willow Street, Truro, Nova Scotia (Click here to view on Google Maps)
To see photos of the hotel and a complete list of amenities please refer to their website. Click here to visit the Best Western Truro – Glennary website
Walking distance (approximately 11 minutes) to the Inn on Prince Hotel Conference Centre (AMANS spring conference location).
Phone: 902-893-4311 or 1-800-780-7234 (toll free)
Rate: $159.00 + tax
Guestrooms must be booked by May 16, 2023, after which they are subject to availability and rate change.
Parking: Free onsite parking is provided for hotel guests
Breakfast: Included in the room rate
Reservation Information: For guestroom booking individually, contact the front desk at 902-893-4311 to reserve your room or call 1-800-780-7234 (toll-free)
Group Block Name AMANS
Group Block Code: 4393

Questions?
If you have questions please contact Rebecca Kolstee via email at [email protected] or by phone at 902-240-1857.

Location: 525 Procter Street, Williams Lake, BC  View Map

The Provincial Mine Rescue & First Aid Competition has been held annually since the 1950s. It brings together mine rescue teams from across British Columbia to test their emergency response and rescue abilities in either surface or underground competitions in a one-day event open to the public.

The competition enables B.C. mines to maintain consistent standards of training and procedures so that they can provide mutual aid to one another in the event of an emergency.  The Mine Rescue & First Aid Competition tests teams knowledge of the Western Canada Mine Rescue Manual in three main categories: three person first aid, surface mine rescue and underground mine rescue.

Location: Online

Register today at:  https://www.civicinfo.bc.ca/event/2023/CAMA-Webinar
 

Location: Online, Online, BC  View Map

Indigenous advocates have been calling for changes to the Indigenous child and family care system for decades. We are now on the precipice of monumental systemic change. Indigenous communities are reclaiming jurisdiction to provide their own child and family services. Governments are working to advance reconciliation.
With these developments come challenges: How do we achieve what is in the best interest of Indigenous children? How do we resolve jurisdictional issues? Is it possible or desirable to remove the government’s involvement completely? What are the different tools we can use to challenge the system? How can we be open to real change?
Join us as we explore these questions and more. This forum will bring together leading experts from Indigenous communities, legal practice, government organizations, and advocacy groups to discuss the latest developments and pressing issues in the area of Indigenous children and family well-being. Delegates will gain a solid understanding of the challenges and opportunities ahead, and ideas on what they can do to help change systems, and support and nurture healthy communities for decades to come.
Key Areas Addressed:
- Indigenous communities that are exercising their inherent rights to provide their own child and family services
- The latest developments from Indigenous, Provincial and Federal governments
- Ongoing work by advocacy groups to support Indigenous Children, youth and families
- Current challenges, including jurisdictional issues and the need for coordination
- Tools for transformative change, and the different ways to challenge the existing system
Who Should Attend:
- Indigenous leaders, officials, councillors, elders, negotiators, administrators, and advisors
- Family law practitioners, lawyers, mediators and arbitrators
- Child service workers, police and court services workers
- Federal, provincial, territorial and municipal government officials and policy advisors
- Members of the judiciary presiding over cases involving Indigenous children or their rights
- Advocacy groups and not-for-profits working to support Indigenous children and families

Attend in-person (Downtown Vancouver) or via live webinar.

To register
Online: www.pbli.com/indyouth23
By phone: 604-730-2500

Location: 7551 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC  View Map

Sessions:
(Max 65 per session)

1. August 28, 2023    English First Peoples Gr. 10-12 Teacher Resource Guide
2. August 29, 2023     BC First Peoples 12 Teacher Resource Guide
3. August 30, 2023    Math & Science First Peoples Teacher Resource Guides

 
Full refunds up to and including August 15th, no refunds after.  Substitutions allowed.
 
NOTE: Registration fees must be paid in full in advance of the event. Registrations will be cancelled if they are not paid in full by August 15th, 2023.

Location: Online, Online, BC  View Map

The City Program at SFU offers a collection of introductory courses to urbanization fields. Beginning in September with Introduction to Neighbourhood Design, the CITY100 series of courses run in the evenings or weekends and primarily online to suit busy professionals. 
 
Taught by field practitioners and experts, these foundational courses offer a unique opportunity for emerging and established professionals in adjacent fields to broaden their understanding of how various dimensions of our urban environments come together, as well as make connections with other talented and motivated participants. 
 
Registration is open for the CITY100 series of courses, plus more advanced classes for professionals in the field: 

• Introduction to Neighbourhood Design CITY104 
  Sept 7, 14, 16, 21 | 3 evenings online, Vancouver field trip 
• Fundamentals of Architecture CITY107 
  Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 | 4 evenings online 
• Planning for Non-Planners CITY101 
  Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4 | 4 evenings online 
• Real Estate Development from the Inside Out CITY755 
  Sept 28, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2 | 6 evenings online 
• Fundamentals of Public Health in Cities | CITY110 
  Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 | 4 evenings online 
• Community Data Fundamentals CITY106 
  Oct 11, 18, 25, Nov 1 | 4 evenings online 
• Introduction to Landscape Architecture CITY108 
  Oct 12, 19, 26, Nov 2 | 4 evenings online 
• Transportation Planning Foundations CITY103 
  Oct 16, 23, 30, Nov 6 | 4 evenings online 
• Introduction to Sustainable Cities CITY109 
  Nov 8, 15, 22, 29 | 4 evenings online 
• Housing Policy Fundamentals CITY102 
  Nov 9, 16, 23, 30 | 4 evenings online 
• Designing and Drafting Design Guidelines CITY252 
  Nov 14 | One day in person 
• Planning and Zoning Law Refresher CITY255 
  Nov 20, 21 | 2 evenings online 
• Giving Council a Piece of Your Mind: Writing Reports that Work CITY251 
  Nov 27, 28 | 2 evenings online 

Interested in learning more about the CITY100 Series or other CITY courses? Please email [email protected] or visit www.sfu.ca/city. 

Location: 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC V6C 3C1, Vancouver, BC  View Map

Presented by the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM), the 120th Annual UBCM Convention will convene September 18–22, 2023 at the Vancouver Convention Centre [East] at Canada Place.
 
Held only on alternating years and returning in-person in 2023, the UBCM Trade Show will be held Wednesday and Thursday, September 20–21 during convention week.

The UBCM Trade Show is the largest exhibition-style event targeted specifically to BC Local Governments. Sold out since inception, the UBCM Trade Show offers organizations opportunities to develop and build brand exposure, awareness and connections with influential local government decision makers often challenging to reach through conventional business channels.

Join the ever expanding list of exhibiting organizations that return year over year to renew and establish partnerships or to explore new business opportunities at the 2023 UBCM Trade Show.

Exhibitor Registration opened early January and the show floor is already over 50% SOLD.
Save $400 with our Early Bird Rates until April 30, 2023

FOR MORE: see the 2023 Trade Show page under [Conventions & Resolutions] on www.ubcm.ca
 

Location: 273 Power St, Penticton, BC V2A 7K9, Penticton, BC  View Map

Our conference is a two-day event, hosted by the BCMSA & PWABC, which consists of presentations and panels featuring over 30 presenters from across North America, attended by up to 450 people complemented by a dynamic trade show with over 100 exhibitors.

The education program at the conference provides a dynamic forum for information exchange and it is divided into three streams: Public Works/Utilities, Safety and Leadership. Our goal is to provide delegates with a diverse range of topics to optimize their learning experience, take advantage of emerging technologies, understand and prepare for challenges that lie ahead, and provide better services to their organizations and communities.

The British Columbia Municipal Safety Association (BCMSA) represents individuals working for municipalities, and together they help employers improve the health and safety of workers in the local government sector, and to ultimately help reduce costs through fewer injuries and lower assessment rates. The Public Works Association of BC (PWABC) represents individuals working for municipalities, utility companies and engineering consulting firms, in BC and Yukon. They represent approximately 350 members who all share the same dedication to improving the quality of life for citizens.

For more information, visit www.bcmsa.ca/events/. 

Location: 1310 Water St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9P3, Kelowna, BC  View Map

The MISA BC Fall Conference team is pleased to host the 2023 hybrid event in person in Kelowna at the Delta Okanagan Grand and online on the Pheedloop event platform. From October 2 to 5, 2023 MISA BC invites members to join us for five days, where we hope to provide unparalleled access to senior local government decision makers using a balanced format of Speaking opportunities, Exhibit Hall and Networking events. 

Location: 770 Brunswick St., Prince George, BC  View Map

Conference Fees:
Early Bird (until August 31^st): $300 member, $375 non-member
Regular Rates (after August 31^st): $325 member, $425 non-member

The NCLGMA 2023 Conference will be having speakers and topics relevant to the North Central Region of BC. Our theme is: “Reconnect and Recharge” to recognize going forward from the past pandemic period and virtual meetings and seminars versus in-person events. Registration is at a very reasonable and low price and will be an excellent opportunity to network with your neighbouring municipal people.

Coast Prince George Hotel (25 rooms blocked off for a discount) Call to reserve a room: (250) 563-0121
 
Refunds & Cancellations: Cancellations and request for refunds are accepted before September 30, 2023. No refunds after September 30.

Location: Online, Online, BC  View Map

The Great British Columbia ShakeOut is an annual opportunity to practise how to be safer and more resilient during big earthquakes by utilizing the “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” response. The ShakeOut has also been organized to encourage you, your community, your school, or your organization to review and update emergency preparedness plans and supplies, and to secure your space in order to prevent damage and injuries.  Register your event online at www.shakeoutbc.ca and visit our websites to learn more about how to organize a drill, and for shareable resources that can be used to increase preparedness.

Location: 1310 Water St, Kelowna, BC  View Map

Community Futures Pan West Network is thrilled to invite you to join us in beautiful Kelowna, BC as we host the 2024 Community Futures Pan West Network conference. This event offers a great opportunity for connecting with peers and discovering what’s new. "Focus on the Future"  is a 3 day conference to be held in Kelowna from February 24th to February 27th with check out on the 28th.  For more information go to https://Communityfuturespanwest.ca.