Upcoming Events
INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL OF BC
 | INVASIVES 2024 Annual Forum & AGM
February 26-29, 2024
New Westminster, BC |
Join us for the Local Government Invasive Species Network (LGISN) Workshop as part of INVASIVES 2024! The workshop held annually in conjunction with ISCBC’s Annual Forum and AGM, provides an opportunity to exchange information, increase knowledge and collaborate on invasive species issues. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with passionate colleagues and build or strengthen partnerships with invasive species organizations and Indigenous partners!
Not a member yet? Membership to the LGISN is free and open to BC local government members—simply email Craig to join.
Join us at the Forum, by registering here. See you in New Westminster!
WOMEN IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION  | International Women's Day Webinar
March 8, 2024
11:00 AM (Mountain Time) |
Join us on International Women’s Day, as we bring together a small group of leaders in local government to discuss their experience in gender inclusion. Facilitator: Tracey Lorenson, Civic Excellence
Registration link: Webinar Registration - Zoom
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION  | Indigenous Awareness Training
March 12, 2024 |
Join us for the next offering of a half-day webinar designed to provide a foundational understanding of historical and present-day issues that impact Indigenous Peoples. Offered in partnership with Indigenous Corporate Training Inc., this webinar will give local government professionals an overview of the constitutional, political and legal context of Indigenous issues.
Review the course brochure and register online by February 27, 2024.
CIVICINFO BC  | National Education Award
Apply by March 31, 2024 |
The Civicjobs.ca* Education Award recognizes individuals that are pursuing educational programs that focus on local government education.
Am I eligible?
To be eligible, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary local government specific education program and be employed by a Canadian local government or non-profit organization that supports local government in Canada. Students may be in certificate, undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate programs; all are eligible.
How do I apply?
Our online application portal will open February 15th. Applicants are required to complete an application and upload both a copy of their employer’s letter of support and a transcript. The application period is February 15th to March 31st. Details on the Civicjobs.ca website https://www.civicjobs.ca/scholarship .
When is the deadline?
Completed applications will be due no later than 4pm on March 31st .
What is the value of the award? The 2024 award will be $1,000, paid direct to the recipient following final selection in June..
*CivicJobs.ca is a national local government job board owned and operated by CivicInfo BC, a Victoriabased not-for-profit local government information service. We proudly partner with professional associations from coast to coast to coast in the production of this service.
BC COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM  | 2024 BC Communities in Bloom Program
Register before March 31 |
Participating communities unanimously agree there is nothing like Communities in Bloom for its collaboration of key stakeholders and citizens that support environmental and economic improvement initiatives. In addition,
Communities in Bloom provides a realistic return on investment that is measurable, predictable and accountable. The CiB program consists of communities receiving information and being evaluated by a jury of trained professionals. The evaluation process views six key criteria of Community Appearance, Environmental Action, Heritage Conservation, Tree Management, Landscape and Plant & Floral Displays and is additionally viewed within the sectors of Municipal, Business/Institution, Residential and Community Involvement. Register before March 31 and get started growing your commUnity pride!
Smaller community groups or garden clubs are encouraged to register in the Community Showcase nonevaluated program before August 31.
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MUNICIPAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA  | 2024 MIABC Risk Management Conference - Plan to Pivot
April 3 - 5, 2024
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver |
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 ticket options include access to two and a half days of in-person sessions, conference materials, breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches and the welcome reception.
Conference and Viva Las Vegas Event: $475 (Early Bird: $425)
Conference Only: $425 (Early Bird: $375)
Non-MIABC Member - Conference and Viva Las Vegas Event: $825 (Early Bird: $775)
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 15, 2024 to February 23, 2024.
Regular registration: February 24, 2024 to March 22, 2024
To view the detailed conference program and register, click here.
Questions?
Contact the MIABC at rmc@miabc.org
FIRESMART BC and the BC WILDFIRE SERVICE  | 2024 Wildfire Resiliency and Training and Summit
April 20 - 24, 2024
Prince George, British Columbia |
Mark your calendars for the upcoming 2024 Wildfire and Resiliency Training Summit! We look forward to seeing you in Prince George!
When: April 20-24, 2024
City: Prince George, B.C Unceded traditional territory of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation, part of the Dakelh (Carrier) peoples’ territory
Venue: Prince George Conference and Civic Centre
Theme: Recover, Rebuild, Prepare: Exercising resilience after experiencing unprecedented wildfires, rebuilding communities with FireSmart principles in mind, and preparing for future wildfire activity.
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