Upcoming Events
BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION
 | Parks Professional Pathways Conference
February 26 & 27, 2025
Coast Hotel and Convention Centre, Langley |
Register now for BC Recreation and Parks Association’s (BCRPA) Parks Professional Pathways conference happening February 26 & 27, 2025 at the Coast Hotel and Convention Centre in Langley.
Join upwards of 300 parks professionals from local governments and the private sector to share insights and strategies on the latest best practices, technologies and trends in parks planning, maintenance, landscape design and management.
The conference features both a maintenance and horticulture-focused program, covering critical topics, including: - Climate adaptations
- Accessibility in parks
- Invasive species management
- Innovative approaches to landscape architecture, and
- The essential role parks play in promoting community health and well-being.
This year's conference theme is Parks Professional Pathways: Innovation & Resilience in Action.
Register by midnight on February 4, 2025, to take advantage of early bird rates.
WOMEN IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION  | Accelerate Action
March 7, 2025
10:00 AM (PT) - Virtual |
Empowering Women in Local Government – Join the Conversation!
For the past four years, CivicInfo BC has been a proud partner in the Women in Local Government Administration (WILGA) working group. This year, we are excited to once again bring together women in municipal leadership for an impactful and thought-provoking discussion.
Join us for the 3rd Annual WILGA Panel Discussion
Featured Panelists & Facilitator:
- Heather Nelson-Smith, CAO, District of Port Hardy
- Laura Swain, CAO, Parkland County
- Ann Mitchell, CAO, City of Medicine Hat
- Facilitator: Tracey Lorenson, Civic Excellence
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by leading women in municipal leadership.
Click here and register today.
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About WILGA:
WILGA is a nationwide partnership supported by Alberta Municipalities, the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators, CivicInfo BC, the Local Government Administration Association of Alberta, and the Society of Local Government Managers. Together, we strive to create meaningful awareness, education, and networking opportunities for women in local government.
Join us on March 7th and be part of the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP ASSOCIATION  | 2025 Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) Forum
March 12-14 |
The annual LGLA Forum brings together senior staff and elected officials from local governments and First Nations to explore innovative ways to collaborate and drive positive transformation. The 2025 conference theme is Effective Engagement for Inclusive and Transparent Governance and will explore managing relationships with a new provincial government, communicating effectively, and engaging inclusively with various stakeholders.
More Information here.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION  | Supervisor Essentials Online Course
April 2 - April 16 |
Are you stepping into a management role or taking on more responsibilities with a larger team? Discover how to effectively lead a high-performing team while creating a motivating work environment! Review the brochure and register online to secure your spot.
MUNICIPAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA  | 2025 MIABC Risk Management Conference
Equally & Uniquely
April 23-24, 2025
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre |
The MIABC's annual Risk Management Conference is held each spring and is open to all staff of MIABC members, partners, First Nation and non-member local governments. The conference provides an overview of the basic tenets of risk management, as well as presentations and workshops on more advanced topics. The conference serves as a platform for gathering and exchanging knowledge, featuring a deliberately diverse agenda covering a wide range of topics, from technical, department-specific information to more universal themes. Best of all, it provides an excellent networking opportunity for attendees to make connections and socialize with their counterparts from other regions.
Conference Pricing
All in-person ticket options include access to two days of in-person sessions, conference materials, breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches and the Golden Chips and Gatsby Dreams event.
MIABC Members: $475 (Early Bird: $425)
Non-MIABC Member: $825
MIABC members can use their available Risk Management Grant funds to pay for registration fee and travel expenses and staff of First Nations governments are eligible to register for the conference at the MIABC member rate!
Early bird registration: January 21, 2025 to February 21, 2025.
Regular registration: February 22, 2025 to April 4, 2025
To view the detailed conference program and register, click here.
Questions? Contact the MIABC at rmc@miabc.org.
BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION | BC Recreation and Parks Association’s (BCRPA) Symposium conference
May 6–8, 2025
Whistler, British Columbia |
Registration is now open for BC Recreation and Parks Association’s (BCRPA) Symposium conference, happening May 6–8 in Whistler!
Join 400+ professionals dedicated to building healthy & vibrant communities as we come together to celebrate this year’s theme, Building Our Future: Inspiring Belonging and Connection. Get ready for three days of thought-provoking sessions & social and networking opportunities at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.
What’s in store? - New conference app with fun engagement opportunities
- The largest tradeshow within the BC recreation and parks sector
- Themed Gala
- Social events in Whistler (bring a guest!)
Early bird rates are available until March 5.
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