Upcoming Events
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.
ELI MINA  | Robert's Rules and Responsible Governance, with Eli Mina, PRP
Save the Date - May 28, 2025 |
As part of his knowledge transfer initiative, Eli Mina (www.elimina.com) invites you to attend a free one hour Zoom webinar, to be held on Wednesday May 28, 2025 (noon to 1 PM). Key topics include tough meetings, rules, and responsible governance. Please save the date. A subsequent notice will include a registration form and an invitation to submit questions.
CIVICJOBS.CA  | National Education Award
Apply by March 31, 2025 |
The CivicJobs National Education Award is presented annually to a person who is studying local government, public administration, public policy, or a related discipline at a Canadian post-secondary institution. To be eligible, a student must be employed by a local government, or by a non-profit organization that supports local governments in Canada.
The application period is February 15th to March 31st for this $1,000 award. Details can be found on the Civicjobs.ca website.
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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