Location: Online

Designing Learning in a Hybrid Workplace- New Micro-credential!

The workplace is changing, and many businesses are realizing the future of work is hybrid. Training employees in this new environment requires a new set of skills for performance and learning specialists, instructional designers, curriculum developers, human resource professionals, corporate trainers and alike. 

Complete this short, flexible, online micro-credential program and gain the necessary skills to effectively design and deliver training for a hybrid workplace.

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Location: 1000 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC  View Map

Our annual Joint Conference and Trade Show is presented as a partnership between the BC Municipal Safety Association (BCMSA) and the Public Works Association of BC (PWABC). Combining the key strengths and areas of expertise of each of our associations elevates the quality and value of the conference experience.

The British Columbia Municipal Safety Association is an independent, non-profit organization committed to improving worker health and safety in all industries throughout the province. Our vision is Safer and Healthier Workplaces for All. Our mission is Empowering people to create healthier and safer workplaces through the sharing of knowledge and resources. Our onsite, virtual and online courses equip employers and employees with invaluable health and safety training that serves to reduce human injury and financial costs, along with continuing to be the largest training organization within BC.

The Public Works Association of BC 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.

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Our conference is a two-day event of presentations and panels featuring over 30 presenters from across North America, attended by up to 500 municipal leaders and decision makers in Public Works and Occupational Safety complemented by a dynamic trade show with over 100 exhibitors. The event is being hosted at the Sheridan Vancouver Wall Centre on October 4^th and 5^th, 2022.

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.

Learn More: www.bcmsa.ca/what-we-do/conferences
 

Location: 110 Erb Street West Waterloo, Ontario, Waterloo, ON  View Map

The first Creative City Network of Canada conference was held in Vancouver, BC in November 2002. Since then, the CCNC has organized an annual meeting in different Canadian cities for established and aspiring culture workers to meet, share ideas, connect, and work together to build vital infrastructure for arts and cultural development across Canada’s towns and cities. The conference is now known as the Creative City Summit.

Why Attend a Creative City Summit?

Connecting with sector colleagues is an essential part of developing culture in Canada. Every year, delegates representing culture work across the country gather to share, learn, and grow. Each Creative City Summit offers content that is national in scope and addresses the breadth of issues within the practice of local cultural development for communities of different sizes and geographies.

Join us in Waterloo, ON from October 4-6, 2022 for an exciting itinerary of speakers, peer presentations, roundtables, networking, and local animation. In-person and virtual tickets will be available in spring 2022.

ALL IN: New Pathways for Moving Forward

Our hosts at the City of Waterloo are all about collaboration—how when we collectively buy-in and band together, we are positioned to reach far beyond what we could do alone. This Summit is about pooling our offerings, expertise, and ideas to play the best possible role in Canada’s economic recovery. That’s why the theme of the 2022 Creative City Summit is ALL IN: New Pathways for Moving Forward. In Partnership with the Cities of Kitchener and Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo, the City of Waterloo and CCNC cannot wait to welcome Canada’s culture professionals in October of 2022.

Location: 1171 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC  View Map

ARMA Canada was established as an ARMA International region in 1968, and currently there are almost 1000 members in the Canadian Region. In collaboration, ARMA Canada’s five western local chapters (Vancouver Island, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Saskatchewan) will be holding a Records and Information Management conference at the Coast Capri in Kelowna, October 5-7, 2022.

This conference is a reiteration of the very successful Whining about Records conference held in 2010. Also held at the Coast Capri, the conference was intended to provide an opportunity for members and non-members from a variety of professional backgrounds and levels to expand their Records and Information Management (RIM) knowledge, meet with exhibitors and network with their peers. Feedback was incredibly positive and after ten years of receiving continued requests to do it again, we’re well on our way to making it a reality.

The conference will take place over three days and consist of three themed streams: Records Management Basics 101, Records Management in Indigenous Organizations, and Special Topics.

Location: 1310 Water St, Kelowna, BC, Kelowna, BC  View Map

The Western Cities HR Conference brings together municipal and public sector Human Resource Professionals from all over Western Canada.

The Western Cities HR Conference brings together municipal and public sector Human Resource Professionals from all over Western Canada.

If you are a Public Sector HR Professional, you understand there are some HR challenges we all face that are unique. Join us for the 66th Western Cities HR Conference October 5 to 7, 2022 at the Grand Okanagan Resort in Kelowna, British Columbia.

Location: Online

This course is 4 evenings starting October 6. Please see details below.

Transportation involves the myriad multimodal ways in which goods and people move. In general, transportation planning involves undertaking strategy, analysis, conceptual or schematic design, planning, monitoring, and engagement. This course focuses on the professional practice and process of transportation planning, including a high-level overview of transportation governance in metro Vancouver, and best practices in planning for transit, active transportation, driving and parking, goods movement, and new mobility.

Course format: online-supported remote delivery
Instructor: Elicia Elliott
Schedule details:
Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Thursday, October 20, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST

For more information and to register: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/transportation-planning-and-mobility-fundamentals.html

Location: 551 Windermere Rd, London, ON  View Map

Workshop Registration Rates:
OMAA Members $650,
CAO - Non OMAA Members $725,
Retired CAO Business Member $725,
Retired CAO Social Member $100
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Meals and Social Events included in your Registration
 
A Welcome Reception will be held on Wednesday evening October 12th. This is a casual event with a buffet dinner and Host Bar included
Dinner, Host Bar and Entertainment on Thursday evening October 13th
Breakfasts on the mornings of October 13th and October 14th
Delegate Luncheon on October 13th
Several networking events and the Hospitality Suite that are also incorporated within the program
 
Note: Tickets for Meals and Social Events are Non Transferable

One Day Registration options

• Thursday October 13th one day registration/includes evening social event - $525
• Thursday October 13th one day registration/evening social event not included - $450

 
Registration Deadline - Wednesday October 3rd, 2022

Cancellations - $75 administrative charge for cancellations up to and including Monday October 3rd. No refunds for cancellations after Monday October 3rd

Location: 1055 Canada Place Rooms 301-306, Vancouver, BC  View Map

Building Transformations is thrilled to host Ravi Kahlon, BC Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation at Timber in the Digital Environment event in Vancouver, October 13, to present BC's Mass Timber plan as one of the key economic pillars for the province.  In addition to Minister Kahlon, Building Transformations and our partners will bring together a host of renowned international experts to discuss exciting innovations and opportunities for sustainable mass timber construction.  This event is a must for local governments, and professionals, working in the timber Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) space, to hear experiences and insights from prominent leaders on available and emerging technologies to advance timber.

About the Event

Building Transformations is bringing Mass Timber experts together with innovators across the globe to discuss the interface between design and construction within the digital environment, the innovations happening within the manufacturing sector (notably DFMA) and the benefits in terms of productivity, project reliability and environmental sustainability.

This two day event includes two (2) site tours (limited seating available), an opening networking reception on day one. Day two includes a special keynote in the morning and afternoon, followed by a series of presentations and panel discussions. During our networking breaks attendees can visit the tech tables to explore the latest in timber technology and more. Download the Technology Exhibitor Package to learn more about being an Exhibitor (Link to Follow)

Don't miss our Closing night Networking Dinner where you can join event attendees for a cocktail hour and a three-course dinner. This is a great opportunity to build new relationships and reconnect with colleagues. See you in Vancouver!

In-Person Attendance Includes

• Day 1 and Day 2 activities
• Ability to register for networking dinner & site tours
• In person networking & live engagement with speakers
• Access to Technology Exhibition
• Access to learning credits
• Break food and beverages included

Virtual Attendance Includes

• Online access to Day 2 sessions only
• Online chat and Q&A during sessions

Location: Online

This course is 4 evenings starting October 12. Please see details below.

Policy and practice in urban disciplines (housing, planning, real estate, transportation, demographics, etc.) are heavily informed by data. Experts in these fields use data to make claims about how cities are or how they should be. Factoids like “the Downtown Eastside is the poorest postal code in Canada” or “the world is now over 50% urbanized” have become a part of how people think about neighborhoods and cities. However, the ability to access and analyze urban data is often restricted to experts who may introduce bias into data collections and interpretation. This course attempts to democratize access to urban data by sharing some basic methods for accessing and analyzing urban data.

The main dataset you will explore in this course is the Canadian Census, as that is one of the few comprehensive national datasets everyone can access easily. You will also explore a few other housing-related datasets, and some basic tools like Beyond2020, CensusMapper, Esri ArcGIS, and Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets. The course is not designed to train you in using these tools, but rather to show you some of their functions. By the end of this course, you will know about a variety of techniques for accessing and analyzing urban data.

This course will benefit anyone interested in how data is used in urban policy and practice, but it is particularly relevant for professionals in the fields of housing, planning, real estate, transportation, and other urban disciplines who are interested in a very broad introduction to urban data.

Course format: online-supported remote delivery
Instructors: Craig E. Jones and Samuel Walker
Schedule details: 
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Wednesday, November 2, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST

For more information and to register: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/community-data-fundamentals.html

Location: Online

GROW 1000 is designed for students, design professionals, contractors and planners who have a basic understanding of green roofs. The course provides students with an understanding of green roof performance criteria and offers knowledge and skills to manage the details, installation and maintenance aspects of green roof design.
Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods and learn about green roof policy. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for Architectural Ecology (CAE). Through a project, students will integrate the lectures with practical hands-on activities. Students will further apply their knowledge through case study discussions and a tour of the BCIT Elevated Lab

Location: Online

This course is offered 4 evenings starting October 17. Please see details below.

Housing policy in Metro Vancouver can be a maze of complicated terminologies and confusing characteristics, face a vacuum of empirical data, and become prone to misunderstanding and misinformation. Amongst the most contentious have been debates on what constitutes affordable housing, who should be responsible, and how and where to make affordable housing happen.

In this course, you will learn about the foundational concepts and debates of housing Metro Vancouver.

The course will lay the foundation for explaining the local and regional housing landscape, survey the strengths and weaknesses of different housing policy responses and, in particular, the affordability crisis. It will look specifically at some of the innovative policy-making coming out of BC.

This four-evening course introductory course will transform the way you view housing and offer new opportunities to understand the affordable housing crisis. It will be of interest to community leaders, students of urban issues, housing providers, land use planners and related professionals, and anyone interested in elevating the discourse surrounding this complex problem.

Course format: online-supported remote delivery
Instructors: Matthew Thomson​, Marina Jozipovic, and Peer-Daniel Krause
Schedule details: 
Monday, October 17, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Monday, October 24, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Monday, October 31, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Monday, November 7, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST

For more information and to register: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/housing-policy-fundamentals.html

Location: Online

This advanced planning law course addresses some current substantive topics in land use law as well as exploring some themes that tend to emerge repeatedly in land use litigation. Substantive topics will be chosen by the instructors in the period immediately preceding each offering of the course to ensure relevance and topicality; these may include changes in provincial enabling legislation for planning and land use management, and judicial decisions from the British Columbia courts or the Supreme Court of Canada. Themes to be discussed include judicial deference to local elected officials (the test of reasonableness) and procedural fairness.

Course format: online-supported remote delivery
Instructors: Bill Buholzer and Guy Patterson
Schedule details:
Monday, October 17, 2022 - 6:00pm-9:30pm PST
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 - 6:00pm-9:30pm PST

For more information and to register: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/planning-and-zoning-law-refresher.html

Location: Online

This course is offered 4 evenings starting October 18. Please see details below.

Health is a cornerstone of livability in any town or city. This course will introduce you to the discipline of public health and its role in shaping, planning and building heathier communities. You will explore the three main branches of the field: infectious disease prevention, environmental health, and health promotion, and how they shape neighbourhood patterns. Using health data, you’ll consider the impacts of health inequities on individuals and communities and the resulting policy implications. You’ll also review real-life public health challenges and solutions, and consider the policy dilemmas in everyday life, and most acutely, in public health emergencies.

Course format: online-supported remote delivery
Instructor: Claire Gram
Schedule details:
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST

For more information and to register: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/fundamentals-of-public-health-in-cities.html

Location: Online

The Great British Columbia ShakeOut is an annual opportunity for communities, organizations and individuals all across our province to practice how to be safer during big earthquakes. ShakeOut has also been organized to encourage your community to review and update emergency preparedness plans and supplies, and to secure your space in order to prevent damage and injuries.  

Register today at www.shakeoutbc.ca, access the free resources on our website and plan to engage your leaders, employees and citizens in practicing the "Drop, Cover and Hold On."

Founded in 2010, the BC Earthquake Alliance's vision is that British Columbians embody a culture of preparedness that reduces injury, loss of life and property damage from earthquakes and tsunamis. ShakeOut is the BC Earthquake Alliance's major initiative 

For assistance with multisite registration please reach out to [email protected]  For other information and assistance with special initiatives, please reach out the the BC Earthquake Alliance.

Location: 728 Humboldt Street Victoria, VICTORIA, BC  View Map

Join Alan White, Chair of CNLA’s Climate Adaption Committee, as he discusses the global climate situation and how it affects the urban climate. Alan will introduce the concept of Nature-Based Climate Solutions; more specifically the new Clean Air Calculator project, goals and metrics and how they can benefit your community and residents.

Location: Online

This course covers airtightness and low-TEDI enclosure construction for zero energy/emissions or Passive House buildings. The course will help learners develop their knowledge of airtightness and low thermal demand (low-TEDI) building enclosures with study of wood-frame construction. Students will develop a firm understanding of assembly details, material selection and compatibility, construction approaches, sequencing and coordination, for zero energy/emissions or Passive House buildings. Key topics include the airtightness, high R-value enclosure details, thermal bridging, assembly interfaces, windows, mechanical and electrical penetration, and embodied carbon of materials. This course is offered online with live virtual lectures and self-paced learning in the BCIT Learning Hub.

Register: https://www.bcit.ca/courses/airtightness-and-low-tedi-enclosures-of-zero-energy-emissions-and-passive-house-buildings-xzeb-1120/

Location: Online

October 24, 25, November 1 and 8, 2022

Every Tuesday from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. PST

 

Registration will open end of June.

Location: 1070 Tillicum Road, Esquimalt, BC  View Map

Esquimalt is hosting a leadership and wellness summit
 
Workplace leadership and mental wellness are the theme of a two-day conference happening in Esquimalt at the end of October.
 
Organized by Esquimalt Fire Rescue Services, the summit tackles issues often seen in high-intensity professions - like first responders - and is open to all.
 
Themes include enhancing workplace resilience, responding to traumatic incidents in the workplace and psychological first aid. There will also be two in-depth and interactive sessions about leadership that demonstrate ways to support workplace teams in becoming engaged and thriving.
 
This weekend offers something for both established leaders and those growing into their careers. The facilitators work extensively with first responders and many are former first responders themselves. They can offer real-life experience and advice on managing the pressure of a demanding job and how best to work well with those experiencing the same.
 
Sessions at the Workplace Leadership Summit:
Day 1
Ryan Walter: Leading Energy, Leading Change
Phil Eastwood: Everyday Leadership in the Workplace!
 
Day 2
Sara Wegwitz: Reimagining Our Workplace in a Post Pandemic World
Karla Dolinsky: Introduction to Psychological First Aid & Why it’s Important For Us All
Jill Parker M.Ed, RCC, RSW: Connect to Protect
Isabel Ruediger: Responding to Traumatic Incidents in the Workplace
Julie-Anne Richards: The Usual Suspects—Dealing with Difficult Personalities
Matt Johnston: The Impact of Organizational Trauma: How to Support Employee Mental Wellness
 
Participants can take part in 1 or 2 days. The sessions will be engaging and offer practical information. The event will take place at the stunning new Gorge Pavilion. Refreshments are included.
 
Dates: October 29 and/or 30.
Location: Gorge Pavilion, 1070 Tillicum Road
Cost: $279 for one day/ $479 weekend
 
Find out more about the event or how to register at Esquimalt.ca/wellness
 
Please note that due to facilitator availability, this event is offered on a weekend.

Location: 3099 Corvette Way, Richmond, BC  View Map

Christopher Paine is a Chartered Professional Accountant with 15 years of experience, who has prepared several Long-Term Asset Management Financial Plans for the District of Central Saanich, the City of Colwood, the District of Oak Bay, and the Town of View Royal.

The Long Term Financial Plan writing course takes participants through a 7 step model, including core calculation equations and an Excel forecast modeling template to solve the problem of creating a sound long term financial plans to fund infrastructure replacement overt time.

The course is held on the Tuesday preceding the Annual Asset Management Conference, so participants can enroll for both.  
Rooms at the Westin Wall Centre Hotel have been added to the room block to accommodate the LTFP course.  

Course is limited to maximum 20 participants to ensure personal attention and so participants leave with full comprehension of the model and will be ready to implement it in their own municipalities, lines of work.

Location: 3099 Corvette Way, Vancouver, BC  View Map

The AMBC Conference is the biggest Asset Management event of the year.  Don’t miss, “People, Places and Purpose: Building Resilient Communities Through Sustainable Service Delivery" AMBC Conference, to be held at the Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport Hotel in Richmond, Wednesday & Thursday, November 2-3.  
 
Highlights include Keynote Speakers Ron Mattiussi, Day 1 and Paul Murray, Day 2.  The Conference also features the much anticipated “History of Asset Management in Canada” panel with the participation from some of the  ‘founding fathers’ of Asset Management in Canada: Wally Wells, Guy Felio, Konrad Siu, and Reg Andres. 

Location: Online

This course is offered 4 evenings starting November 2. Please see details below.

Cities are at the centre of the global sustainability challenge: both sites of intense resource consumption and places of creative invention and solutions implementation.

In this course, you will be introduced to the basic challenges and principles of sustainable urban planning and design as well as survey the field's most influential tools used at different spatial scales from a city-region to a single building. Using climate change-related mitigation and adaptation examples used in Metro Vancouver, you will learn about key dimensions of climate action and ecological knowledge and how they can be incorporated into planning and design.

Course format: online-supported remote delivery
Instructor: Neal LaMontagne
Schedule details:
Wednesday, November 2, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Wednesday, November 9, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST
Wednesday, November 23, 2022 - 6:00pm-8:30pm PST

For more information and to register: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/introduction-to-sustainable-cities.html
 

Location: Online

This course will be presented in a meeting format on Zoom. The course will be split into 2 sessions. When you register you are signing up for both sessions. Each session will be 3.5 hours with 2 five minute breaks in the middle. The 1st session will be on Saturday, November 5th from 9am – 12:30pm and the 2nd session on Tuesday, November 8th from 6pm-9:30 pm.
The core course in the Heritage Conservation Education program and Heritage Conservation Certificate, Heritage 101 will be presented in virtual format this fall. Taught by experienced heritage professionals, Heritage 101 is a comprehensive workshop that provides an introduction to heritage conservation with broad relevance for owners, design and construction professionals, municipal staff and the interested public.

Heritage Consultants Donald Luxton and Judy Oberlander will explore the history of heritage conservation, the guiding charters and conventions, and the regulatory environment at City Hall. Important topics will be covered including why heritage conservation is significant economically, culturally and environmentally and its impact on communities. Presentations on key topics, a site observation exercise and group work will all be part of this collaborative experience with lots of discussion.

This workshop earns 3 credits towards VHF’s Heritage Conservation Certificate.

Please note that between sessions 1 and 2 you will need to plan for a 1-2 hour site visit at a location of your choosing. A unique feature of the course, this enables everyone to make their own selection from their own community, work project, etc. and experience a site in situ. More details will be shared during the first session. 

This event is sponsored by the Lohn Foundation.

Cost: $95 + tax

Location: 1180 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, Vancouver, BC  View Map

Every November we offer a variety of workshops that cover a wide breadth of programming relevant to local government finance professionals. Workshops take a best practice approach providing opportunity for attendees to network and share their experience.

Location: Coast Coal Harbour Hotel, 1180 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC

Booking Link: Coast Coal Harbour | Group Code: CCC-GFC8390

Dates & Workshops:

• November 14, 2022 - Development Cost Charges - REGISTER
• November 14, 2022 - Financial Indicators - REGISTER
• November 15, 2022 - ARO Workshop: Measurement & Financial Statements - REGISTER
• November 15, 2022 - Property Tax Policy & Rate Setting - REGISTER

Workshop Fees:

	Early Bird	After September 16
GFOABC Member	$450	$500
Non-Member	$550	$600

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NOTE: A minimum of 15 attendees are required for each workshop to run. It is highly recommended that you register as early as possible to avoid workshops being cancelled due to lack of enrollment. Payment can be made by credit card or cheque. Credit cards will be automatically charged on September 16.

Requests to cancel registration will be accepted until noon on October 14, 2022. No refunds after October 14, 2022. Program attendance is transferable.

Location: 720 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC  View Map

Our event will be held in Victoria BC from Nov15- Nov 17, 2022, on the ancestral lands of the Lekwungen People. This event will  bring the Indigenous and non-Indigenous govenments, leardship, communities, organizations together to learn, connect and collaborate in adressing the unique barries that Indigenous people living with disabilities face. The event will be held for 3 days at Victorial Conference Centre. We will have guest speakers The Honourable Carla Qualtrough and Tabatha Tribulla. Adimssion is required. Peple can purchase tickest through our website.
For the more detailed information about the event, please go to our website Indigenous Disability & Wellness Gathering (indigenousdisabilitygathering.com).

Location: Online

2022 CAGFO ANNUAL CONFERENCE
“Value Beyond Numbers”

Tuesday, November 15 - Friday, November 18, 2022

We are delighted to announce that our annual national conference, “Value Beyond Numbers” will be held November 15 – 18, 2022.
This will be a Virtual Conference and you may be surprised by that. 

Our decision is based on:
Recognition that there are municipalities who are restricting staff travel for the balance of 2022 Some individuals are expressing continued concern over covid. This offers an opportunity for more members from across Canada to attend
We are utilizing a new dynamic platform that both delegates and sponsors/exhibitors will enjoy.
So mark your calendars and stay tuned for Keynote & Speaker details!

Registration will open soon.

Sponsorship opportunities will be circulated soon as well for those organizations who wish to connect with up to 1000 government financial officers from  all across Canada. We look forward to launching our 2022 Conference in the coming months - stay tuned for more details!
CAGFO, the 2022 Virtual Conference of Choice.

Location: Online

2022 CWSA Annual Conference, AGM, Trade Show, & Operator Training - “Managing for Water Supply Uncertainty”

Wednesday, November 16th - Thursday, November 17th, 2022

We are pleased to announce our in-person 2022 Annual Conference registration is open! We’ve put together a great variety of speakers for Water System Managers, Trustees, Associates, and Operators! For further details and to register, please visit our website at https://cwsa.net/

Operator Training Course Title: Groundwater Issues
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Accredited by the Environmental Operators Certification Program at 0.6 CEU’S

Operator Training Course Title: Control Valve Operation & Maintenance
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Accredited by the Environmental Operators Certification Program at 0.6 CEU’S

Administrative Workshop, AGM, & Sponsors Trade Show
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Accredited by the Environmental Operators Certification Program at 0.5 CEU’S

Coastal Water Suppliers’ Association
The central focus of Coastal Water Suppliers’ Association is to provide support to water supply systems on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. We do this by organizing an annual conference with speakers on various topics, by providing training opportunities for managers, staff, operators, and by other means. The purposes of the CWSA as defined in our constitution are:
 
Representation: To act as the credible voice of community water purveyors on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and the Sunshine Coast.
 
Education: To help members access resources to improve levels of training and education for staff and board.
 
Government Lobbying: To preserve and protect the long-term interests of its members by lobbying governments and providing input into legislation and regulations that affect our members.
 
Affiliations With Water – Related Industrial Associations: To promote cooperation and industry - wide understanding, by maintaining alliances with related organizations such as the American Water Works Association, the B.C. Water and Waste Association and others.

Communications: To promote stronger relationships and cooperation among members with regular communications and information sharing.

Location: 1 Athlete's Way, Vancouver, BC  View Map

strong>Does your organization or local government include youth workers?
 
Register now for BCRPA’s Empower YOUth Conference (EYC) (Nov 19) -- the only conference in British Columbia designed by youth workers for youth workers. Additional professional development provided on Nov 20, Certification Day.

EYC is a learning hub that builds on fundamental tools of youth work and introduces new approaches to enhancing program design and delivery for the youth of today. Invest in today's youth by supporting those who work with them to build their skill set.

Location: Online

SFU’s City Program presents an online workshop designed specifically for newly elected officials and those who might like a refresher. Led by professional planner Eric Aderneck, you’ll receive an expert introduction to urban planning and how to build more sustainable and vibrant communities and physical environments.

You will learn about the purpose and practice of urban planning in British Columbia. This workshop will cover planning and development issues and the planner’s role in building cities, from the perspective of an elected official. We’ll explore the interrelationships between the physical, environmental, economic, social and built considerations in planning at site, neighbourhood, city and regional scales.

More information is available online here

Location: Online

SFU's City Program presents an online workshop designed specifically for newly elected officials. Led by professional planner Eric Aderneck, you'll receive an expert introduction to urban planning and how to build more sustainable, vibrant and inclusive communities and physical environments.

You will learn about the matters, purpose and practice of urban planning in British Columbia. This workshop will cover planning and development issues in the region, and the planner’s role in building cities, from the perspective of an elected official. We’ll explore the interrelationships between the physical, environmental, economic, social and built considerations in planning at site, neighbourhood, city and regional scales.

The workshop will outline the need to plan the roles of participants, stakeholders and decision-makers in planning and development processes. This includes a review of the regulatory hierarchies, and the application of land use tools, such as plans, policies, zoning, subdivision and other approvals.

Course materials and resources will be provided online just before the workshop begins.

To register, click here.
Questions? Email: [email protected]

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

This is a one day, in-person course on November 21. Please see schedule below.
 
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.
 
Format: in-person at SFU Vancouver Harbour Centre
Instructors: Oliver Hartleben and Neal LaMontagne
Schedule: Monday, November 21, 2022 – 9:00am-4:30pm Pacific Time

For more information and to register, click here. 
 

Location: Online

This course is 3 evenings starting November 21. Please see details below.

Problems in urban sustainability, housing, transportation, land use, farmland security and infrastructure often go beyond the boundaries of a single municipality. Solving these problems requires an approach that brings various municipalities in a region together through shared strategies and action. Learning the “what”, “how”, and “why” of regional planning creates a powerful perspective on trying to solve some of the biggest urban problems facing cities and regions today.

This course will benefit anyone who wishes to learn how to solve common urban problems through mutual cooperation and negotiation. You will be introduced to the purpose, theory and practice of regional planning and how it applies to many current problems faced by cities. From viewing urban problems through a “regional lens” to learning about basic tools like regional population and employment forecasts, this course surveys how shared problems can be solved by municipalities working together.

The course will include a discussion of contemporary debates on urban and regional issues. Some key topics include: the tension between local and regional planning, industrial land protection, farmland security, environmental protection, regional housing markets, the effectiveness of regional planning and its limitations, and the relationship between regional land use and transportation planning. The emphasis will be on regional district planning in BC, with a focus on Metro Vancouver, but examples of best practices and case studies will be highlighted from around the world.

Course format: online-supported remote delivery
Instructor: Christina DeMarco
Schedule details:
Monday, November 21, 2022 - 6:00pm-9:00pm PST
Monday, November 28, 2022 - 6:00pm-9:00pm PST
Monday, December 5, 2022 - 6:00pm-9:00pm PST

For more information and to register: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/regional-planning-fundamentals.html

Location: 555 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, Vancouver, BC  View Map

On November 22, municipal planners and elected officials will gather in Vancouver to explore a more coordinated approach to gentle density housing in BC’s single-family neighbourhoods.
 
You’re invited to connect, collaborate, and contribute to shaping policy. Discuss gaps and promising practices with local leaders who are committed to creating attainable housing for all British Columbians.
 
The action-packed agenda includes active sharing, collaborative workshops, success stories and expert speakers from across Cascadia, a tour of gentle density projects, and a reception to create connections and reinforce relationships.
 
No more struggling in silos: it’s time to create a community to advance this work.
 
Join us!
 
November 22
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM - Municipal Planners’ Workshops
5:30 - 8:30 PM - Evening Program & Reception with elected officials
 
November 23
9:30 - 11:30 AM - Optional Neighbourhood Tour
Cost: Free! Register Now!
 

Location: 728 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC  View Map

Mark your calendars and get ready for excitement - the Vancouver Island LGMA annual general meeting and elections are scheduled on November 23^rd from 3 – 5 p.m. in the Terrace Room at the Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour in Victoria. Good news for all the Corporate Officers, this is directly preceding the Corporate Officers Forum, which is also at the Victoria Marriott.
 
There will be refreshments, plus the opportunity to win an amazing gift basket. The theme of the gift basket is “Local Government Weekend Away”, and it is coordinated by Selina Williams, who is both a local government and gift basket expert.
 
All positions on the executive are open and will be elected at the AGM. Our work in 2023 will include planning a Vancouver Island LGMA conference: location, theme, speakers all TBD. 
 
Plan to attend and register online today!
 

Location: Online

Unpermitted dwellings are a growing problem throughout the Province. These dwellings range from illegal basement suites and RV’s used for habitation to entire unpermitted residences and Airbnbs; each coming with their own problems and luckily, enforcement options. 
 
In this webinar you will learn the different issues and enforcement options for illegal dwelling units, how to gather the best evidence for your case and how to get meaningful results. This webinar will also touch on the recent case law, and the impact it has on your enforcement options.

Presenter:
Jordan McKay is an Associate at GovLaw. Her experience in criminal defence brings a valuable perspective and practical benefit to local government law enforcement prosecutions. Jordan leads the GovLaw team in applying creative solutions that get effective results.

To book your spot, please register on our website.
For further information, call (250) 590-1840.

Location: Online

The Community Energy Association (CEA) and the BC Municipal Climate Leadership Council (BCMCLC) will host a webinar for locally elected officials on November 24. Hear about climate action resources and upcoming events from CEA and our friends at Climate Caucus.  

This online meeting is for new and returning mayors, councillors, and electoral area directors looking to integrate climate action in their communities over the next term. Presentations and discussions will touch on the ways that climate action connects with key issues like affordability, economic development, equity, resilience, infrastructure renewal, and air quality. The event will include short presentations and time for breakout discussions with your peers. 

Time: 12:00 to 1:30 pm Pacific Time

Contact info: [email protected] and 604-628-7076 ext. 713. 

Register Here: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5MsceChqjsiHNJBtGxpY0YDWm-CF1F5GtuW 

The BC Municipal Climate Leadership Council 

The BC Municipal Climate Leadership Council is composed of locally elected officials and supported by CEA. BCMCLC fosters peer learning and support, and provides a forum for collaboration and advocacy with provincial government officials. Since 2010, elected officials from every region of BC have connected through BCMCLC for strategic engagement with peers and other orders of government.  Learn more about the programming that BCMCLC and CEA hosts at https://bcclimateleaders.ca/.

Community Energy Association 

The Community Energy Association works with local governments and Indigenous communities to accelerate bold, local actions related to climate and energy. Learn more at https://www.communityenergy.ca/.  

Climate Caucus 

Climate Caucus is a non-partisan network of 500+ current and former local elected leaders and over 1000 allies, leading the transformation needed for communities to thrive within planetary boundaries. 

Collectively, Climate Caucus creates and implements 21st-century socially-just policies which align with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Learn more at https://www.climatecaucus.ca/.  

Location: Online


This lab course allows for hands-on practice constructing various air barrier systems and assembly details for zero energy/emissions and Passive House buildings to meet the requirements of the national and provincial zero energy (BC Energy Step Code) and Passive House standards. Students will apply their foundational understanding of zero energy/emissions building codes and standards, airtightness and low-TEDI enclosures from pre-requisite courses and work through several hands-on lab stations to build, test, or evaluate various assemblies using a range of approaches and materials. Lab activities will cover air and thermal barrier approaches and details for foundations, above and below-grade walls, roofs, interfaces, windows, balconies, penetrations, and low-embodied carbon insulation material options. This course is offered in-person at BCIT High Performance Lab with some assignments through the BCIT Learning Hub. Students should be prepared for light construction and wear steel toe footwear for lab sessions. Tools are provided onsite, but students may bring their own utility knife if desired.

Register: https://www.bcit.ca/courses/airtightness-and-low-tedi-enclosures-lab-for-zero-energy-emissions-and-passive-house-buildings-xzeb-1130/

Prerequisite(s)
60% in XZEB 1001 and 60% in XZEB 1120

Location: 121 Upper Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island, BC  View Map

Are you making planning decisions, but have no formal planning education or little planning experience?

MATI ® Community Planning is a program designed by a team of planners and educators especially for you.  It will equip you with practical knowledge, tools and techniques that you will be able to use immediately when you go back to work.

In this week long residential course you will...

• Work with some of the most highly regarded planners in BC, and build a network of local government and planning colleagues.
• Learn to work more effectively with Council/Board and community members on planning and development issues.
• Develop a critical understanding of various planning approaches.
• Learn to administer various land use permits, regulations, bylaws, and subdivision processes.
• Learn to apply the principal approving officer tools.
• Learn to effectively oversee land use planning consultants.
• Bring a challenging planning issue to discuss with planning experts and colleagues.
• Take home a planning “tool kit” you can use on Monday morning.

Registration and Fees
Visit MATI ® Community Planning to register

Fees
The fee per participant is $3000 (plus GST). This is an all-inclusive fee, which will cover tuition, course materials, accommodation, all meals.  LGMA members are entitled to a discounted rate of $2,730 plus GST. Upon completion of this MATI ® course, the LGMA will provide a reimbursement to your organization for this member-preferred rate. 

Location: Online

Resignations and retirements have been commonplace in many workplaces over the last few years. This has been no different for BC local governments. In this webinar, the MIABC's Assistant General Counsel will explore the impact that staff changes have on claims litigation. Specifically, she will review what members can do to help protect their local government from liability and will summarize the steps that make or break the defence of a claim where key witnesses are no longer available.

This webinar is completely FREE to join for staff and elected officials of BC local governments and First Nations governments. Please feel free to forward this email to others in your organization.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

For MIABC members who miss the live broadcast, a recording of the webinar and the slides will be available in the MIABC's Webinar Library within two business days. You will need to create an account on our website to access the Learning Library. For more information on creating an account, click here. Not sure if your local government is a member? Review our list of members.

Staff and elected officials of BC local governments and First Nations governments can register here.

Location: Online

This one-day workshop is designed to heighten the awareness of Underground and Overhead Utility Safety with a strong focus on safe work practices and industry standards while working in proximity to all types of utilities found in an urban setting. Safety regulations and best practices along with operational techniques surrounding ground disturbance are detailed.

Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:

·        To convey regulations and acts related to buried utilities in B.C.

·        Understand Potential hazards associated with utilities

·        Identify best practices and planning prior to excavating

·        Knowing your responsibilities regarding contact and reporting

·        Knowing the best methods to locate and excavate near utilities

·        Identify limits of approach

·        Review hand digging techniques

·        Top Man (Pad man) Roles & Responsibilities

·        Understand BC1Call Ticket information and Map Reading Symbols

·        Identifying Underground Utilities Locate Tip & Tricks

Certification:   Certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue.

Duration: Eight hours (8 Hours) of virtual lessons with an instructor.

Workshop Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST). 

Delivery Method: Virtual Session - Zoom Meeting

Course Fee Includes: Access to the course, course materials, and upon completion a digital certificate if requested.  

Location: Online

This course focuses on an integrated approach to residential HVAC mechanical equipment to meet the requirements of the national and provincial zero energy (BC Energy Step Code) and Passive House standards. The course will help learners understand the best practices from the design to verification of HVAC systems in residential projects. Through case-studies and industry experts, learners will recognize the unintended consequences of poorly selected, designed, installed, and verified systems and practices for planning, coordinating, and verifying mechanical HVAC systems to ensure project performance and owner satisfaction. Key topics include Energy Step Code and Passive House requirements; HVAC mechanical system options, costs, and performance; and best practices from design, tender, installation, and verification.

Register: https://www.bcit.ca/courses/introduction-to-residential-mechanical-systems-for-zero-energy-emissions-and-passive-house-buildings-xzeb-1140/

Prerequisite(s)
60% in XZEB 1001 and 60% in XZEB 1120

Location: 1601 Bayshore Dr, Vancouver, BC  View Map

The 26th Annual FNESC Education Conference will bring together educators, administrators and partners to learn, share, and be inspired, with a focus on advancing quality education for First Nations learners in BC. We are very grateful to return to an in-person conference this year and for the opportunities it will afford for learning, and sharing. An exciting agenda is being planned, with guest speakers, panels, and workshops.

 

Location: Online

UFV Now Accepting Applications for Winter 2023 Civic Governance and Innovation Certificate Program!

The 6 course Civic Governance and Innovation certificate program is designed for current municipal and regional government employees, and others interested in local governance. This program critically examines the role of local political culture in governance priorities and processes, why some good ideas take root while others do not, and ways that learners build on the best evidence available to effect change. Students collaborate across professional roles in order to identify and mold more resilient and effective organizational practices.
 
Course Offerings for the Winter 2023 Term:
 
CIVI 200: Evidence-Based Decision Making
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.
 
CIVI 202: Civic Governance in British Columbia and the Fraser Valley
Provides a conceptual framework and shared language among municipal governments in British Columbia and the Fraser Valley. Examination of the historical and cultural roots of, and legal foundations for, local governments within a broader national political framework. Analysis of the impact of local governments and municipal civil servants on communities they serve.

Learn more by clicking here.  

Questions? Email [email protected] 
 

Location: Online

UFV Now Accepting Applications for Winter 2023 Public Relations Certificate Program!

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.

Learn more by clicking here.  

Questions? Email [email protected] 

Location: Online

UFV Now Accepting Applications for Winter 2023 Records Management Certificate Program!

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.

Learn more by clicking here.  

Questions? Email [email protected] 

Location: Online

Invest in yourself and become a confident and successful project manager in just 6 weeks. Managers in local government who lead or oversee projects in areas such as corporate administration, public works, parks and recreation, planning or finance, will benefit from this training and learn to deliver projects with confidence.

In this highly interactive mix of live webinars combined with self-paced learning activities, participants will learn to develop their leadership capacity and expertise in initiating, planning, managing, and closing project work to deliver successful projects.

Each live webinar is a 120-minute (10 a.m. - Noon) online session with Q&As and an overview of the assignments. Participants will have one or two weeks to complete their assignments depending on the module. Join course instructor, Amber McMillan, current Vancouver Island PMI(r) Chapter President as she guides participants through content based on the current Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK(r) Guide), which is viewed as the fundamental resource for effective project management, worldwide.

Review the course brochure and register online by January 6, 2023.

Location: 8181 Cambie Rd, Richmond, BC  View Map

LMLGA Region
2023 Elected Officials Seminar

Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
8181 Cambie Road
Richmond, BC

The Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) is hosting the 2023 Elected Officials Seminars following the BC local government elections.  These seminars are designed for both newly and returning elected officials.  Senior management staff are also invited to attend these seminars along with their elected officials.  

The seminar will include plenary sessions for all elected officials attending as well as concurrent sessions to meet the specific needs of newly and retuning elected officials.

Location: 4205 Gellatly Rd., West Kelowna, BC  View Map

MATI ®

The Successful CAO: Local Government Advanced Management

February 9  - 14, 2023
The Cove Lakeside Resort, West Kelowna, BC

Are you new to the job of CAO or thinking of taking on the challenge? Are you interested in how to plan for success and avoid some of the common pitfalls of the job? If so, then MATI The Successful CAO is for you!

The role of a local government CAO is becoming increasingly complex and challenging. This course, designed by a team of veteran local government CAOs and educators, was created to support you to be successful in the CAO role.

In this week long residential course you will…

• Work with a team of highly experienced CAOs;
• Build a network of senior and CAO colleagues;
• Develop a critical understanding of the role of CAO;
• Learn the first steps you can take when assuming the role of CAO and the next steps if you’re already in it;
• Analyse your organization and develop a strategy to match your situation;
• Apply new knowledge and skills to ethical challenges;
• Learn to work effectively with and support your Council or Board; and
• Take home skills and knowledge you can apply on your first day back at work!

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

SAVE THE DATE
February 14-16, 2023
Delta Grand Okanagan Hotel, Kelowna, BC

Registration is limited to CAOs, appointed Deputy CAOs and Executive Director CEOs of Affiliate Members. CAO Forum sessions can be used towards Continuous Professional Learning credits.

The CAO Forum is an annual offering for local government chief administrative officers (CAOs) to meet with their colleagues and discuss issues of mutual concern in a congenial atmosphere. The Forum will feature interactive, two-way discussions with speakers on subjects of interest to local governments and provide an excellent opportunity for frank and open dialogue.

Program details have not been finalized and registration is not yet open.

• Tuesday, February 14: Welcome Reception 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 15: 7:45 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• Thursday, February 16: 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Location: 101 Gordon St, Nanaimo, BC  View Map

AVICC Region

2023 Elected Officials Seminar

Vancouver Island Convention Centre
Nanaimo, BC

The Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) is hosting the 2023 Elected Officials Seminars following the BC local government elections.  These seminars are designed for both newly and returning elected officials.  Senior management staff are also invited to attend these seminars along with their elected officials.  

The seminar will include plenary sessions for all elected officials attending as well as concurrent sessions to meet the specific needs of newly and retuning elected officials.

Location: 1310 Water St., Kelowna, BC  View Map

The Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) is hosting the 2023 Elected Officials Seminars following the BC local government elections.  These seminars are designed for both newly and returning elected officials.  Senior management staff are also invited to attend these seminars along with their elected officials.  

The seminar will include plenary sessions for all elected officials attending as well as concurrent sessions to meet the specific needs of newly and retuning elected officials.

Location: 8181 Cambie Rd, Kimberley, BC  View Map

AKBLG Region

2023 Elected Officials Seminar

Kimberley Conference Centre
Kimberley, BC

The Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) is hosting the 2023 Elected Officials Seminars following the BC local government elections.  These seminars are designed for both newly and returning elected officials.  Senior management staff are also invited to attend these seminars along with their elected officials.  

The seminar will include plenary sessions for all elected officials attending as well as concurrent sessions to meet the specific needs of newly and retuning elected officials.

Location: 8181 Cambie Rd, Prince George, BC  View Map

NCLGA Region

2023 Elected Officials Seminar

Coast Inn of the North
Prince George, BC

The Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) is hosting the 2023 Elected Officials Seminars following the BC local government elections.  These seminars are designed for both newly and returning elected officials.  Senior management staff are also invited to attend these seminars along with their elected officials.  

The seminar will include plenary sessions for all elected officials attending as well as concurrent sessions to meet the specific needs of newly and retuning elected officials.

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?

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