Upcoming Events ALBERTA URBAN MUNICIPALITIES ASSOCIATION, AMHSA, & HOWATT CONSULTING Free Webinars: Maintaining Mental Fitness The effects of the COVID-19 global pandemic are creating a lot of uncertainty and anxiety across many groups. Feeling stressed and fearful takes a toll on our health and well-being both at home and in the workplace. In order to help you, your employees, and members stay mentally fit and increase resiliency, the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA), AMHSA, and Howatt HR Consulting are pleased to announce season 2 of our well received free Maintaining Mental Fitness webinars. Until Tuesday October 12, 2021 at 9:00 am (Pacific) / 10:00 am (Mountain) we will be offering free bi-weekly webinars created in partnership with Howatt HR and the AUMA. Author, columnist, and workplace productivity expert Dr. Bill Howatt returns to examine key behaviors organizations and individuals can do to maintain mental fitness during these challenging times. Each webinar includes a 15-minute mental fitness concept or skill, followed by an interactive Q&A session for mental fitness-related questions. Upcoming webinars will focus on the following topics: May 25, 2021 - Tips for being less overwhelmed at work (Feeling overwhelmed is the new norm) June 8, 2021 - Tips for taming negative emotions June 22, 2021 - Relationship survival tips July 6, 2021 - Tips for dealing with emotional exhaustion July 20, 2021 - Benefits of monitoring positive and negative daily changes Aug. 3, 2021 - Insulating for irritability (Tips for managing anger) Aug. 17, 2021 - Halting self-doubt Aug. 31, 2021 - Tips for unplugging from work Sept. 14, 2021 - Tossing social rejection Sept. 28, 2021 - Blending demands of home and work Oct. 12, 2021 - Setting social media boundaries https://www.MaintainingMentalFitness.com Register for any or all of MMF Season 2 here GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF BC | GFOABC 2021 Virtual Annual Conference The Future is Now May 26 - 28, 2021 |
Join your colleagues from around the province for three days of engaging sessions, entertaining social events and valuable networking opportunities. This year's virtual conference will be like no other, we are pulling out all the stops! For full conference details, including the registration and the agenda-at-a-glance, see: https://www.gfoabc.ca/events/annual-conference/2021-conference/ MUNICIPAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION OF BC | High Conflict Interactions: Dealing with Vexatious Litigants and Difficult Personalities Samantha Boyce, Assistant General Counsel, MIABC May 27, 2021 - 10am PDT |
Do you or your colleagues struggle with navigating interactions with challenging residents? Are you looking for skills that will better equip you for dealing with exceptionally difficult claimants? Join the MIABC’s Assistant General Counsel, Samantha Boyce, for this session in which she will review key tools and perspectives to help you be as prepared as possible for high-conflict scenarios. This session will cover key de-escalation and risk management tactics, what red flags to look for to trigger you and your team to use these strategies, and how the BC Courts treat difficult claimants. All webinars hosted by the MIABC are completely FREE to join for staff and elected officials of BC local 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. Each webinar will be recorded and made available with its slides in the MIABC’s Webinar Library within 48 hours of its broadcast. You will get an email notification when it is available for viewing. Register now! BC HOUSING | Building Knowledge and Capacity for Affordable Housing in B.C. Communities Multiple Session Dates |
Housing demand in non-metropolitan areas is affected by a number of factors. Join us for this webinar series to learn how housing demand will be impacted in the coming years. Each webinar will focus on a specific region of the province with detailed information about population trends, housing stock, and the housing market. A discussion will follow about the opportunities for the housing industry, the challenges of meeting this demand, and the strategies that can result in more housing on the ground. Based on research conducted by the Community Development Institute at the University of Northern British Columbia, this presentation provides data that can be used by developers, builders, planners, architects, and government in developing business models and strategic plans. Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (PDT) Location: Online, webinar Cost: Free CPD: 2 Continuous Professional Development Points PLU: 2 Professional Learning Units for PIBC members Region or Association / Building Industry / Local and Regional Government Northeast BC / Tues - June 1 / Thurs - June 3 Northwest BC / Mon - June 7 / Wed - June 9 Central BC / Tues - June 8 / Thurs - June 10 East Kootenays / Tues - Sept 21 / Thurs - Sept 23 West Kootenays / Tues - Sept 28 / Wed - Sept 29 Okanagan / Tues - Oct 19 / Thurs - Oct 21 Vancouver Island / Tues - Oct 26 / Thurs – Oct 28 Note: Each event is tailored to the listed audience and may involve guest speakers from specific regions or sectors. You are welcome to sign up for whichever session is convenient. Register today BC HOUSING | Cooling Strategies for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings Tuesday, June 8 |
Are you thinking of installing a heat pump or air conditioning unit? Learn about alternative strategies to address overheating concerns, and how to proceed if you decide to use a heat pump. This webinar will explore cooling solutions in multi-unit residential buildings, as well as: How to select the right contractor Types of heat pumps Heat pump design options Installation considerations, including specifications for penetrating the building envelope This virtual event will be of interest to building and condo owners, homeowners, renovators, HVAC contractors, strata and property managers, building asset managers and building officials. Event Details Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2021 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (PST) Cost: $80 Location: Available online CPD points: 3 Register for this online event today. LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF BC | LGMA2021 Virtual Annual Conference Harnessing Momentum, Steering Through Change June 16 – 17, 2021 |
Register multiple employees to attend LGMA2021 and receive bulk discounts! That’s right - local governments that register their first employee at the regular rate can add additional employees for only $100 per person and take advantage of the educational sessions, stimulating live keynotes, and on-demand sessions at affordable prices. LGMA2021 promises to deliver the high quality, professional development and educational opportunities the Association is known for. Take a deep dive into 14 expert-led discussions spanning a broad spectrum of engaging hot topics. Gain access to ALL recordings for up to 60 days after the event and use your session attendance towards your Continuous Professional Learning requirements. Visit our website for bulk discount details and register online today! LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF BC | Foundations of Local Government Learning Series August through December 13-module learning series, 10 – 11:30 a.m. PST |
The Foundations of Local Government Learning Series is a multi-part, interactive webinar series delivered from August through December that provides a high-level overview of core local government functions and topics relating to local government administration. This is an excellent introduction or refresher series for any local government employee to take. Topics to be covered include local government finance, ethics, regional districts, municipal law, land use zoning and planning, and more. Wherever you are, this is a great opportunity to come together as a local government community by engaging and learning together! A certification of completion will be provided for those who complete all modules, and participation may also be used as credit toward Continuous Professional Learning requirements for various professional designations. With thanks to Municipal Finance Authority of BC, participants can apply for a program bursary. Review the learning series brochure and register online as this program fills up quickly. GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF BC | Virtual Boot Camp August 8 - 12, 2021 |
Local government finance leadership starts here with a comprehensive overview of the local government finance arena and the ever-evolving role of the local government finance officer. Strengthen your understanding of local government and the important role that the Finance Officer and their team plays in this highly interactive and engaging program designed exclusively for new local government finance officers, current local government finance staff who aspire to the position of Finance Officer, as well as current Finance Officers who want a better understanding of the requirements and responsibilities of the position. A combination of presentations on best practices and techniques, and individual and small group exercises will focus on the importance of team work. Complete program details and registration: https://www.gfoabc.ca/events/event-details/?EventID=179 LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF BC | Performance Management Online Course September 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2021 10-11:30 a.m. PST |
Do you want to foster a culture of growth and accountability? Do you want to learn how to manage the performance of individuals and teams to meet organizational goals using clear communication around performance expectations and activities? As a local government leader or supervisor, this new online course is for you. Performance Management is the continuous process of assessing, improving, and utilizing both team and individual employee performance to achieve strategic objectives. Performance Management is a key leadership competency integral to organizational success. In this course, learn how to set and communicate clear performance expectations utilizing the most appropriate and effective feedback methodology. Evaluate, reward, and correct performance in a fair and consistent manner and understand and manage performance barriers and motivators in this online course. Review the online course brochure and register online by September 7, 2021. LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF BC | NEW: PROJECT MANAGEMENT ONLINE COURSE September 10 – November 5, 2021 6 modules including virtual classes and self-paced work spread over 8 weeks |
Managers in local government all have to either lead or oversee projects, whether in corporate administration, public works, parks and recreation, planning or finance. If you are looking for a comprehensive overview of leading project management skills, this online program will help you become a more successful project manager. In this highly interactive mix of virtual classes with other local government professionals combined with self-paced learning, participants will learn to develop leadership capacity and expertise in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing project work to deliver successful projects. Understand how to identify stakeholders, identify and manage risk and changes in projects, minimize communication issues, and so much more. Each class is a 90-minute (1 – 2:30 p.m.) 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. Review the online course brochure and register online by September 1, 2021. LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF BC | Change Management Online Course November 2, 9 and 16, 2021 10 - 11:30 a.m. PST |
Change management, a key leadership competency, is so much more than training people or communicating what's new. It requires significant preparation and critical leadership skills to both implement a desired initiative and empower people to embrace change within their current environment. Skillful change management can improve adaption to change and lead to a more fluid dynamic organization. Using self-paced activities combined with virtual webinars, this brand-new online course will provide local government leaders with the strategies they need to identify and plan for the stages of change, recognize and evaluate the impact of change, and apply change strategies that support strategic priorities and put the structures in place to foster lasting change. Review the course brochure and register online by October 26, 2021. FRESH OUTLOOK FOUNDATION | WEALTH IN MENTAL HEALTH: MOBILIZING A JUST & GREEN ECONOMY (PODCAST) |
FOF just released another podcast of special interest to regional and municipal officials. Entitled WEALTH IN MENTAL HEALTH: Mobilizing a Just & Green Economy, the episode explores how recovery from COVID-19 provides remarkable opportunities for transition to a just and green economy, while boosting mental health outcomes for individuals, families, workplaces, and communities. Policy professionals Trish Hennessy (Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives) and Arden Henley (Green Technology Education Centre) talk about transformative concepts such as ‘doughnut economics’, ‘well-being budget’, ‘inclusive economy’, and the ‘three-sided coin’. They also explore how lessons learned about mental health during COVID-19 can guide economic reform while informing solutions to other global challenges, such as systemic racism and climate change. Community leaders will also appreciate an earlier podcast episode entitled ROLE CALL: Local Government’s Contribution to Community Mental Health. |