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SUMMARY:Lunch N' Learn | Get to Know Your Member Portal
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 29th for our first Lunch N’ Learn designed to introduce you to the features and benefits of your new ARPA member portal! This membership portal serves as a virtual hub where you will gain unique access to member-only resources and networking opportunities\, be able to register for our events\, join or renew your membership\, connect with other professionals in the sector\, maintain your member profile\, and so much more; all in one place!  \n\n\n\nThis session will guide you through everything you need to know to get started and maximize your experience. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow to login to your profile and navigate the member portal\n\n\n\nKey features available\, such as various groups & discussions to join\, events calendar\, and business member directory\n\n\n\nTips for making the most of your membership\n\n\n\nParticipate in a live Q&A session at the end of the webinar\n\n\n\n\nThis 60-minute session is perfect for anyone who wants to feel confident using their member portal and take full advantage of the tools and resources available to them. \n\n\n\n*Note: Members must sign into their member portal in order to register. If you don’t know your login details\, please check with your employer\, and/or contact portalsupport@arpaonline.ca for assistance. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to unlock the full potential of your membership! Register today to reserve your spot.
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/lunch-n-learn-get-to-know-your-member-portal/
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar | Grant Writing 101
DESCRIPTION:Communities ChooseWell’s Healthy Community Grants are now open for applications!  \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Alberta Blue Cross\, Communities ChooseWill is bringing champions a FREE virtual webinar on January 28th from 12:00-1:00PM designed to: \n\n\n\n\nProvide information on current and upcoming grants offered by both organizations\n\n\n\nAnswer most frequently asked questions\n\n\n\nGive tips & tricks for writing a winning application\n\n\n\nProvide a helpful Q&A
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/free-webinar-grant-writing-101/
CATEGORIES:Online Events
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar | Work Smarter: AI for Recreation Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunities ChooseWell is excited to welcome Toby Nwabuogor to share his knowledge and expertise on AI for Recreation Professionals on January 20th from 12:00-1:00pm. This 45-minute webinar is tailored for frontline professionals in health\, recreation\, and community services who want simple\, effective ways to integrate AI into their daily work. \n\n\n\nWith insights drawn from AI for Recreation Professionals: How to Unlock the Most Powerful Tool You’re Not Using\, we’ll explore easy-to-implement tools and real-world examples to help you: \n\n\n\n\nSave time on repetitive tasks like scheduling and reporting\n\n\n\nSimplify communication with participants\, teams\, and stakeholders\n\n\n\nEnhance programs with AI-powered tools that anyone can use\n\n\n\n\nNo tech experience? No problem. This session is designed to be clear\, accessible\, and inspiring. Learn how AI can help you work smarter\, reduce stress\, and make an even bigger impact in your community. \n\n\n\nAbout Toby\n\n\n\nAs a recreation professional\, I’ve dedicated my career to creating impactful programs and fostering vibrant communities. I always seek ways to do more with less which led me to discover the transformative power of artificial intelligence. As a pioneer in integrating AI into the recreation sector\, I’m on a mission to help rec professionals reclaim their time so they can focus on what truly matters: building human connections and enhancing community impact.
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/work-smarter-ai-for-recreation-professionals/
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series | Introducing the Indigenous Employment Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:Join Community Compass on November 27th for a FREE webinar introducing The Indigenous Employment Toolkit. Hear from the author himself\, Kacey Yellowbird\, as he shares inspiration behind the Toolkit\, and dive deeper into each of the 4 key actions outlined. Participants will learn from relevant case studies and how to work towards making your organization more inclusive using these actions.
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/inclusive-workplaces-webinar-series-introducing-the-indigenous-employment-toolkit/
CATEGORIES:Online Events
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Para Sport Pathways: Supporting Development of Para Athletes into Leaders
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the The Steadward Centre for Personal & Physical Achievement\, Community Compass is excited to bring you a fourth webinar of The Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series titled\, Para Sport Pathways: Supporting Development of Para Athletes into Leaders. Explore Athletes2Coaches\, a program that supports para athletes in transitioning to leadership roles. Hear from experts with firsthand experience and learn about the Becoming Para Ready resource\, designed to enhance your organization’s approach to disability inclusion. \n\n\n\nThe Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series will provide you with the opportunity to hear from experts and individuals with lived experience related to creating safe workplaces for individuals from various equity deserving groups. \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\n\nWhen: November 20th at 12:00pm to 1:00pm MST
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/webinar-para-sport-pathways-supporting-development-of-para-athletes-into-leaders/
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Creating Inclusive Spaces for People Experiencing Disability
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the The Steadward Centre for Personal & Physical Achievement\, Community Compass is excited to bring you a fourth webinar of The Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series titled\, Creating Inclusive Spaces for People Experiencing Disability. Explore how to create accessible and inclusive environments in recreation spaces\, by enhancing inclusivity in customer service\, instruction\, and facilities\, benefiting our workplaces\, staff and participants. \n\n\n\nThe Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series will provide you with the opportunity to hear from experts and individuals with lived experience related to creating safe workplaces for individuals from various equity deserving groups. \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\n\nWhen: November 6th at 12:00pm to 1:00pm MST
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/webinar-creating-inclusive-spaces-for-people-experiencing-disability/
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SUMMARY:10th Grandmothers' Circle: Honoring Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:After nearly 5 years of Grandmothers’ Circles\, we are so excited to announce the 10th Circle on September 11\, from 12:00pm – 1:30pm. \n\n\n\nGuided by the theme of “Honoring Wisdom”\, we will hear from 5 grandmothers who will share their unique perspectives on fostering wellness. Honed through a lifetime of experiences\, their insights offer invaluable guidance for encouraging holistic health\, and demonstrate the importance of intergenerational teachings in fostering community wellness. \n\n\n\nThis event is presented by Communities ChooseWell and Alberta Blue Cross.
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/10th-grandmothers-circle-honoring-wisdom/
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Neuroinclusion and the Employee Life Cycle
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Sinneave Family Foundation\, Community Compass is excited to bring you a third webinar of The Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series titled\, Neuroinclusion and the Employee Life Cycle. Using the 6 Principles of Inclusion\, participants will explore the employee lifecycle\, and learn applicable and simple ways an individual or group at work can be more inclusive throughout an employee’s time with an organization. \n\n\n\nThe Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series will provide you with the opportunity to hear from experts and individuals with lived experience related to creating safe workplaces for individuals from various equity deserving groups. \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\n\nWhen: August 14th at 12:00pm to 1:00pm MST
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/webinar-neuroinclusion-and-the-employee-life-cycle/
CATEGORIES:Online Events
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Neurodiversity in the Workplace: 6 Principles for Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Sinneave Family Foundation\, Community Compass is excited to bring you a second webinar of The Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series titled\, Neurodiversity in the Workplace: 6 Principles for Inclusion. Participants will learn introductory information on what Neurodiversity is\, Neuroinclusion in the workplace\, then move into covering 6 Principles for Inclusion. \n\n\n\nThe Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series will provide you with the opportunity to hear from experts and individuals with lived experience related to creating safe workplaces for individuals from various equity deserving groups. \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\n\nWhen: July 10th at 12:00pm to 1:00pm MST
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/webinar-neurodiversity-in-the-workplace-6-principles-for-inclusion/
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Screening | ARPA's 2023 Elders' Camp Documentary "Our Own Spirits Regained"
DESCRIPTION:The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association is excited to invite you to a virtual screening of ARPA’s 2023 Elders’ Camp documentary titled: “Our Own Spirits Regained” over the lunch hour (12pm to 1pm) on February 14th. \n\n\n\nAs a free reconciliation-based educational opportunity\, this documentary shares the stories of various multi-nation Elders as they explore: 1) the importance of these camps for growing the capacity of Elders\, 2) the healing process of connecting to the land\, and 3) the power of recreation to lift the human spirit. \n\n\n\nFollowing the screening\, Janet Naclia (ARPA Director of People & Programs) will discuss the creation and experience of these camps with organizational partner and co-organizer\, Adrian Goulet (Mahegun Tails Inc. and Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary) as well as a guest appearance from one of the Elders involved in the Elders’ Camp initiative. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHere’s a sneak peak!
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/lunchtime-screening-arpas-2023-elders-camp-documentary-our-own-spirits-regained/
CATEGORIES:Online Events
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SUMMARY:Webinar | What is Walking With Indigenous Communities (WWIC): ARPA's Action Map?
DESCRIPTION:To start the new year off in a good way\, ARPA is excited to host a webinar on January 16\, 2024 from 10:00am – 11:00am featuring Janet Naclia\, ARPA Director of People & Programs\, Elder Diane Meguinis (Tssut’ina)\, and Maddison Drader\, Program Officer of Events & Education\, who will unpack the Walking With Indigenous Communities (WWIC): ARPA’s Action Map. \n\n\n\nThe presenters will share the history of the Action Map\, discuss parallels made to honour the Indigenous oral perspective\, and highlight tangible examples of the map in action. This session will also answer any questions our membership might have on its creation and use by ARPA.
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/webinar-what-is-walking-with-indigenous-communities-wwic-arpas-action-map/
CATEGORIES:Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230629T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: The Importance of Indigenous Sport Organizations and Nature Connection in RecreationLunch & Learn:
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about ISCA and the importance of Indigenous-led sport\, recreation\, and physical activity programming that is culturally safe\, and why Indigenous sport organizations and governance are important as a way to combat the colonial histories related to sport and recreation.  \n\n\n\nAfterwards\, ARPA’s own Emma Grove will be launching our newest resource\, Nature Connection in Recreation\, to discuss the importance of learning about people and nature\, being with nature\, and caring for nature in honour of June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM)!  \n\n\n\nThis FREE virtual event will take place June 29th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on Zoom! \n\n\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/lunch-learn-the-importance-of-indigenous-sport-organizations-and-nature-connection-in-recreationlunch-learn/
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