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.
ASSOCIATION OF VANCOUVER ISLAND AND COASTAL COMMUNITIES | JOINT AREA ASSOCIATION VIRTUAL ENGAGEMENT SESSION
Reforming the Local Government Act- A Roadmap
Feb 28, 2025 9:00AM PST
Complimentary to attend |
On behalf of your Area Association Presidents and Executive, member elected representatives and senior staff are invited to a Joint Area Association Virtual Engagement Session on the legislative reform initiative to modernize the Local Government Act (LGA). Since 2021, the legislative reform initiative has been advanced by an ad-hoc working group made up of elected officials and CAOs from Vancouver Island and the lower mainland. This working group has supported education and engagement sessions at AVICC and UBCM. More recently, the other Area Association Presidents, Board members and staff have joined the conversation. As part of the process to broaden local government participation provincially, we are jointly hosting this session. The session has the broad objective of educating membership on the aspects of the Local Government Act that need updating, along with receiving feedback about issues relevant to specific regions within BC. The content of the session will include a section-by-section review of the LGA using a document prepared by Don Lidstone, K.C., that will outline problems with the current legislation and possible solutions. The document will serve as a framework to receive feedback on the challenges local governments from all five area associations are facing, and the feedback will be used to produce a report for UBCM and the Province that clearly defines the issues faced and the need for the modernization of the current legislation.
Registration Link
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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