Location: Edmonton, AB About Parks Forum The 2026 Parks Forum will be held March 2026 in Edmonton, Alberta. This educational and networking event will attract up to 150 delegates from across Western Canada.The primary objectives of the Parks Forum are: Event Theme The theme for the 2026 Parks Forum is, Urban Connections: Parks in a […]
Leaders Summit 2026 The event is designed for Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) and senior municipal leaders who advise their councils on recreation, parks, arts and culture, FCSS, community development and urban planning. The summit is a series of workshops designed by individuals with specific expertise in an area related to the future of recreation and […]
The Annual ARPA Conference & Energize Workshop is Alberta’s premier gathering of recreation and parks professionals, leaders, and municipal elected officials. Stay tuned for more information regarding conference theme and upcoming registration details! 2026 PricingEarly Bird RatesMembers$945.00Non members$1,145.00Students$595.00 See the 2025 ARPA Conference & Energize Workshop program here for an overview of what to expect! […]
The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association would like to acknowledge the First Nations, the Métis, the Inuit and all of the people across Alberta who share a history and a deep connection with this land. We dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.