Announcements
MUNICIPAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
 | 2023 Terry Pile Effect Award - Call for Nominations |
The MIABC Opens the Call for Nominations for the 2023 Terry Pile Effect Award
In 2021, the MIABC lost a significant member of its community, Terry Pile. Terry was the Risk Manager for the City of Kamloops for over 20 years, and he was a well-known member of the MIABC community. Terry was also one of the MIABC's biggest champions. His enthusiasm for the MIABC was contagious, so much so that we coined it "the Terry Pile Effect" to refer to members actively promoting and supporting others. Terry's passing left a void that is deeply felt, not only at the MIABC, but also in the wider local government risk management community.
In memory of Terry, the MIABC established the Terry Pile Effect Award to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the MIABC community. This award is presented annually at the MIABC's Risk Management Conference, and the MIABC is now accepting nominations from the MIABC membership for 2023.
To qualify, nominees must meet the following criteria:
* Works in or with local government;
* Has demonstrated dedication towards increasing risk intelligence in local government;
* Supports and/or promotes the MIABC community and its members; and
* Has demonstrated qualities of:
o Leadership
o Mentorship to others by sharing knowledge, experiences, and ideas
o Teamwork and cross organizational collaboration
To download the nomination form, visit https://www.miabc.org/about-miabc/miabc-news/call-nominations-2023-terry-pile-effect-award.
To submit your nomination, please submit a completed form to Marina Sen-Partridge, Manager of Member Engagement. Nominations not selected will be kept on file and reconsidered for future years.
CANOE PROCUREMENT GROUP OF CANADA 
Canoe Spring Webinars
For the past couple of years, LAS has hosted a series of webinars to showcase Canoe vendors and products. This spring, we have several planned again.
If you are interested in attending or sharing these opportunities with your membership, we will leave advertising in each Province up to your association. We have added a 'State/Province' field to the registration page and intend on sending the list of registrants/attendees to each association based on Province following the webinar so you can track/outreach. Post-webinar follow up could also be completed by your Canoe rep if you would like.
Net-Zero Energy Arenas – February 1, 1:00 – 2:00 EST Registration
Arenas are often big energy users. Join us for a presentation by CIMCO on the different options to make your ice facilities as energy efficient as possible. We’ll be looking at case studies of net-zero arenas that show how new technology can work in your community.
Countertop Composting – February 15, 1:00 – 2:00 EST Registration
Managing organics is a key component of a comprehensive waste strategy, but the same technique doesn’t work for all municipalities. Food Cycle Science Corporation will present on their in-home composting solution and share lessons from municipalities who have embraced this method for managing organic waste.
Ambulance Solutions – March 1, 1:00 – 2:00 EST Registration
Ambulances are critical to community safety but sourcing them can be a challenging and expensive activity. Join our webinar to learn about ambulance procurement options, including refurbishment and remounting.
Electric Fleet Event
New options for powering the vehicles municipalities use in their operations are rapidly coming to market. Knowing how these new pieces of equipment could fit into your operations can be a challenge. The Canoe Procurement Group is bringing together industry experts to let you know what’s available today, what’s coming in the near future, and how you can ensure any new technologies will be a successful addition to your community.
Fleet and Charging - March 22, 1:00 – 2:30 EST Registration
Our first day will focus on light duty vehicles and keeping your equipment charged. Enterprise Fleet Management will provide an update on light duty vehicles, including the smaller vehicles that have been available for several years and the pickup trucks just arriving on the market. Siemens and Chargepoint will present on the various options to keep vehicles charged, including both fleet and public charging stations.
Equipment and Recreation - March 29, 1:00 – 2:30 EST Registration
The second day will look to the unique equipment used by Public Works and other departments to keep communities working. We will hear from suppliers for light-duty grounds maintenance equipment, medium and heavy construction equipment, and ice resurfacers, on the current and future electric equipment available.
Emergency Vehicles and Refuse Collection - April 5, 1:00 – 2:30 EST Registration
Our third and final day will focus on specialized equipment: Fire trucks, Ambulances, and Refuse Collection vehicles. We will hear updates on electric fire trucks currently undergoing pilot trials, a prototype electric ambulance, and real-world examples from refuse collection vehicles on the road.
CANOE PROCUREMENT GROUP OF CANADA
New Procurement Option for Utility Vehicles
The Canoe Procurement Group of Canada (https://canoeprocurement.ca) is pleased to announce a new program to add to its extensive offerings. With the Utility Vehicle Program, you can trust that you have the highest quality utility vehicles at competitive prices. You’ll be able to deliver exceptional experiences, whether it’s on the golf course, municipal grounds, or anywhere else you need to take your new utility vehicles.
Like all Canoe programs, the Utility Vehicle Program is fully compliant with CETA, CFTA, NWPTA, and other relevant trade legislation. They are tendered on your behalf and offer preferential pricing and quality service.
CivicInfo BC is proud to be a Canoe Procurement partner. If you’re not already registerd to use Canoe, please sign up today to take advantage of the program. In British Columbia, email Kim Thiessen, Canoe's BC Client Relations Manager, at kim@civicinfo.bc.ca.
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