BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alberta Recreation & Parks Association - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Alberta Recreation & Parks Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://arpaonline.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Alberta Recreation & Parks Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250507T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250509T235959 DTSTAMP:20250402T182718Z CREATED:20230223T205307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T182718Z UID:10000006-1746576000-1746835199@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Leaders Summit DESCRIPTION:Jump to:\n Overview\n Registration\n Accommodation\n Program\n Sponsorship\n Peer Learning Network\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\nLeaders Summit 2025\n\n\n\nThe 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 parks. All sessions will include plenty of time for questions\, discussion\, debate and networking with your peers.Where: Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference CentreWhen: May 7 – 9\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Fees: \n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration (ends March 31st\, 2025) \n\n\n\n\n$595 ARPA Member\n\n\n\n$795 non-member\n\n\n\n\nRegular Registration \n\n\n\n\n$695 ARPA Member\n\n\n\n$845 non-member\n\n\n\n\nThis event is designed for Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) and senior municipal leaders who advise their councils. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccommodation\n\n\n\nBooking is now available at the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre. \n\n\n\nRooms start at $189 per night. \n\n\n\n\nReserve your Room here\n\n\n\n\nProgram\n\n\n\nOur 2025 Leaders Summit program is now available! Check out what we have in store below and make sure to download our event app: PheedLoop! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView the 2025 program\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship\n\n\n\nInterested in being a sponsor of the 2025 Leaders Summit? We have a limited number of sponsorship opportunities. Please contact Caleb Boorse at cboorse@arpaonline.ca for more information.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeaders Peer Learning Network\n\n\n\nARPA’s Peer Learning Network (PLN) provide a space for members to connect on emerging topics beyond traditional events\, committees\, and task groups. The Leaders PLN was created to facilitate ongoing discussions among leaders outside of the annual Leaders Summit\, allowing for timely conversations\, resource sharing\, and policy exploration. As the PLN evolves\, we aim to bring in expert speakers and content to guide discussions on pressing issues. \n\n\n\nAI in Recreation & Parks: Opportunities and Trends\n\n\n\n\n\nAI for Leaders in Recreation and Parks: Unlocking Strategic Potential with Toby Nwabuogor | Webinar | March 6\, 2025\n\n\n\nLearn as AI expert\, Toby Nwabuogor\, shares key insights on practical AI applications using real-world case studies\, an interactive Q&A\, and peer discussions exploring immediate opportunities for AI adoption. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContinue the Conversation Online in our Member Portal!\n\n\n\nARPA has launched an online member portal that enables members to connect and engage with each other more directly between ARPA events and educational opportunities. This includes the ability to have discussions in Forums\, ask members questions on emergent topics and share policy and other documents with each other. \n\n\n\n\nsign up for the leaders PLN today! URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/leaders-summit/ CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Leaders-Summit-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T235959 DTSTAMP:20260225T173832Z CREATED:20230120T015235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T173832Z UID:10000004-1745971200-1746230399@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Youth Development through Recreation Services DESCRIPTION:‼️PLEASE NOTE: There will be no YDRS Symposium taking place in 2026. Please keep an eye on this page for more updates.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Jump to:\n Registration\n Call for Presentations\n Accommodations\n Event Program\n Contact\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\nDates: April 30 – May 2\, 2025Location: Camp Kindle\, Water Valley\, AB \n\n\n\nAre you looking for amazing\, budget-friendly professional development? Do you want to get connected with other staff working in children and youth programming across Alberta? \n\n\n\nThe Alberta Recreation & Parks Association (ARPA) is excited to be bringing back the Youth Development through Recreation Symposium (YDRS)\, April 30 – May 2\, 2025\, at Camp Kindle (near Cochrane\, Alberta). Throughout this summer-camp style event\, you will attend sessions facilitated by recreation professionals from across Alberta as well as participate in tons of fun and interactive activities you can bring back to your organization! \n\n\n\nThe educational opportunity is designed to provide delegates with the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn first hand about child and youth development and its application in recreation\n\n\n\nHear from colleagues and peers through focused and themed presentations\n\n\n\nEnjoy networking opportunities and return home with practical and applicable resources\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this amazing opportunity to help grow the next generation of recreation professionals in Alberta! \n\n\n\nLearn More about YDRS:\nMandate: Providing an educational forum to advance knowledge of youth development through recreation. \n\n\n\nThe Youth Development Through Recreation Services (YDRS) Symposium is based on the National Youth Development Symposium that was launched in Calgary in the spring of 2003 and is a bi-annual forum for advancing the knowledge about the contributions of recreation programs and services. It aims to provide information about children and youth development by promoting the delivery and expansion of positive development through sport\, recreation\, physical activity\, education and general health promotion. \n\n\n\nThe YDRS Symposium attracts delegates from municipal recreation\, community service departments\, not for profit groups\, community sports groups\, public health\, educational institutions and social service organizations. Presenters range from front line staff to youth policy makers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is NOW OPEN\n\n\n\nPricing\n\n\n\n\n$500 (Members)\n\n\n\n$650 (Non-Members)\n\n\n\n$300 (Students)\n\n\n\n\n\nREgister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations\n\n\n\nAccommodations are included with your registration and are bunk-style at Camp Kindle\, however\, for those who prefer to stay in a hotel\, a small block of rooms is available at Days Inn & Suites Cochrane for $139 + tax per night. Use group code YDRS when booking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Program\n\n\n\nOur program features three engaging session streams designed to inspire and empower recreation professionals: \n\n\n\n\nCreating Inclusive Spaces – Explore strategies to foster equity\, diversity\, inclusion\, and accessibility within recreation organizations and communities.\n\n\n\nThe Power of Play – Discover the transformative benefits of play in enhancing physical\, emotional\, cognitive\, and social well-being for participants\, staff\, and communities.\n\n\n\nTaking the Lead – Build leadership skills for front-line and entry-level management staff to drive positive change in recreation settings.\n\n\n\n\n\nView the 2025 YDRS Program Now!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Attends\n\n\n\n\nFront-line Youth Workers\n\n\n\nSocial Workers\n\n\n\nRecreation Facility Staff\n\n\n\nHealthcare Workers\n\n\n\nRecreation Coordinators & Managers\n\n\n\nTeachers\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or are currently not affiliated with an organization and would like to attend YDRS 2025\, please reach out to Caleb Boorse at cboorse@arpaonline.ca URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/ydrs/ CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/YDRS-2024-DRAFT-1-e1711473557798.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250328T235959 DTSTAMP:20241209T175824Z CREATED:20241104T214445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T175824Z UID:10000018-1742947200-1743206399@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Alberta Healthy Communities Symposium DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n\n\n\nEvent Dates: March 26th – 28th 2025Location: Vivo for Healthier GenerationsTheme: Celebrating 20 years of ChooseWell \n\n\n\nWhat is the Symposium All About?\n\n\n\nThe Alberta Healthy Communities Symposium (AHCS) is an opportunity for wellness champions to come together to network and build upon current community resources and programs which will allow them to build on the roots of health and wellness. With this fundamental and holistic focus on wellness\, participants will be inspired to begin\, deepen\, or evolve Healthy Eating\, and Active Living (HEAL) initiatives in their communities. Communities ChooseWell celebrates that our communities come from diverse backgrounds\, so whether your work aims to influence grassroots\, organizational\, or systems level change\, the symposium will have inspiring content for all! \n\n\n\nWhat Will You Learn?\n\n\n\nMore details will be released in the New Year! Click the button below to stay up-to-date. URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/alberta-healthy-communities-symposium-2/ CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/02-02-Symposium_Web-banner_2000x750px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250312T130000 DTSTAMP:20250221T160531Z CREATED:20250221T000407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T160531Z UID:10000027-1741780800-1741784400@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Free Webinar | Understanding Hiring & Employment Barriers for People with Disabilities Session 2 DESCRIPTION:Join Community Compass for two insightful webinars\, led by Selections Career Support Services\, on creating a more inclusive workforce by addressing the common barriers employers face when hiring people with disabilities. \n\n\n\nThroughout these two sessions we’ll tackle stigma\, the perceived cost of accommodations\, and safety concerns while providing actionable strategies to make your hiring process more inclusive. Learn how to craft job postings that attract diverse talent and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.  URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/free-webinar-understanding-hiring-employment-barriers-for-people-with-disabilities-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/March-12-Webinar-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250307T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250307T130000 DTSTAMP:20250213T234059Z CREATED:20250213T233907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T234059Z UID:10000025-1741348800-1741352400@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Free Webinar | Fostering Diverse Parks for Healthy Communities DESCRIPTION:Communities ChooseWell is excited to welcome our friends at Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society for a free webinar on March 7\, 2025 at 12:00PM – 1:00PM MST on Fostering Diverse Parks for Healthy Communities! \n\n\n\nResearch demonstrates that nature connections improve community building\, health and wellbeing\, and care for nature. However\, a majority of this academic literature in Canada focuses on white/Eurocentric perspectives. Further\, this academic knowledge is often seen as more valuable than traditional knowledge(s) and lived experience which fails to represent diverse perspectives and therefore fails to undertake inclusive outdoor recreation and conservation. \n\n\n\nIn order for equitable outdoor recreation and conservation to take place\, everyone must feel welcomed to form a connection with nature. Therefore\, our presentation will put forth recommendations for inclusion and accessibility from Fostering a Sense of Belonging in Canada’s Parks and Wilderness (Shah & Badaloo\, 2023)\, solutions which are driven by both research and a diversity of lived experiences\, to promote healthy living for all. URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/free-webinar-indigenous-food-sovereignty-2/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CPAWS-Webinar_Register-e1739489932237.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250226T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250226T130000 DTSTAMP:20250221T160357Z CREATED:20250220T231635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T160357Z UID:10000026-1740571200-1740574800@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Free Webinar | Understanding Hiring & Employment Barriers for People with Disabilities Session 1 DESCRIPTION:Join Community Compass for two insightful webinars\, led by Selections Career Support Services\, on creating a more inclusive workforce by addressing the common barriers employers face when hiring people with disabilities. \n\n\n\nThroughout these two sessions we’ll tackle stigma\, the perceived cost of accommodations\, and safety concerns while providing actionable strategies to make your hiring process more inclusive. Learn how to craft job postings that attract diverse talent and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.  URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/free-webinar-understanding-hiring-employment-barriers-for-people-with-disabilities-session-1/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/February-26-Webinar-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250224T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250224T130000 DTSTAMP:20250213T234150Z CREATED:20250213T233215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T234150Z UID:10000024-1740398400-1740402000@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Free Webinar | Indigenous Food Sovereignty DESCRIPTION:Communities ChooseWell is excited to welcome our dear friends and fellow ChooseWell Champions\, Elder Edna Desjarlais\, Cherilyn Cardinal and Jessica Smith\, as they share wisdom on the topic of Indigenous Food Sovereignty in a free webinar on February 24th from 12:00pm-1:00pm MST. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will feature the story of Edna and Cherilyn’s health initiative in Kikino Métis Settlement\, where they have created freely accessible food sustainability and food sovereignty opportunities in their community through a community garden\, traditional hunting\, and education sessions on food preservation. Learn how culture and traditional ways are being embedded in all their work\, how Elders and youth are working together to ensure the transfer and preservation of Traditional Knowledge\, and how Edna and Cherilyn are fostering connection and wellness in their community. \n\n\n\nJessica will share some perspective and context on the concept of Indigenous Food Sovereignty\, and how Edna and Cherilyn’s initiative is contributing to Food Sovereignty in Kikino. URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/free-webinar-indigenous-food-sovereignty/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Connect-with-the-Land-e1739489734381.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250212T130000 DTSTAMP:20250212T000913Z CREATED:20250131T224731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T000913Z UID:10000023-1739361600-1739365200@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Lunch N' Learn | Get to Know Your Member Portal DESCRIPTION:Join us on February 12th for our next 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 submit and view job postings\n\n\n\nUnderstand the difference between personal blogs and our Group blogs & forums\, Community Blogs & Community Forums\n\n\n\nHow to register for an event\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-2/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/January-member-portal-lunch-n-learn.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250129T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250129T130000 DTSTAMP:20250120T202055Z CREATED:20250120T201655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T202055Z UID:10000022-1738152000-1738155600@arpaonline.ca 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/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/January-member-portal-lunch-n-learn.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250128T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250128T130000 DTSTAMP:20250121T175753Z CREATED:20250108T195513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T175753Z UID:10000021-1738065600-1738069200@arpaonline.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/CCW-Grant-workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250120T130000 DTSTAMP:20250108T002429Z CREATED:20250108T001306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T002429Z UID:10000020-1737374400-1737378000@arpaonline.ca 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/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AI-Webinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241127T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241127T130000 DTSTAMP:20241113T213503Z CREATED:20241113T212913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T213503Z UID:10000019-1732708800-1732712400@arpaonline.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/November-27-Webinar-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241120T130000 DTSTAMP:20241104T215433Z CREATED:20241104T213642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T215433Z UID:10000017-1732104000-1732107600@arpaonline.ca 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/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/August-14-Webinar-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241106T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241106T130000 DTSTAMP:20241104T215759Z CREATED:20241104T213241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T215759Z UID:10000016-1730894400-1730898000@arpaonline.ca 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/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/August-14-Webinar-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240911T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240911T133000 DTSTAMP:20240801T202148Z CREATED:20240730T151721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T202148Z UID:10000015-1726056000-1726061400@arpaonline.ca 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/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Feature-Image-in-WordPress-e1722543694775.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240814T130000 DTSTAMP:20240612T201529Z CREATED:20240612T200355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T201529Z UID:10000014-1723636800-1723640400@arpaonline.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/unnamed-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240710T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240710T130000 DTSTAMP:20240612T201616Z CREATED:20240612T194647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T201616Z UID:10000013-1720612800-1720616400@arpaonline.ca 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/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/unnamed.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240512T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240513T235959 DTSTAMP:20240326T174151Z CREATED:20240208T195534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T174151Z UID:10000012-1715472000-1715644799@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY: 2024 ARPA Casino DESCRIPTION:Join the Alberta Recreation & Parks Association (ARPA) for a volunteer experience at our upcoming Casino event! Scheduled for Sunday\, May 12th\, and Monday\, May 13th\, the event will take place at Pure Casino Calgary\, located at 1420 Meridian Road NE. \n\n\n\nAs a volunteer with ARPA\, you’ll not only support a worthy cause but also experience the excitement and energy of a casino event. Engage with a dynamic team\, contribute to a great cause\, and make a meaningful difference in your community. \n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer Opportunities and Shifts: \n\n\n\nWe’re excited to offer various positions and flexible timing to suit your availability. Volunteers can sign up for multiple shifts\, each offering a unique opportunity to contribute and be a part of this thrilling event. Please note that while volunteers can work multiple shifts\, positions are fixed once chosen. \n\n\n\nPositions Available:\n\nCashiers\n\n\n\nChip Runners\n\n\n\nCount Room\n\n\n\nBanker\n\n\n\nGeneral Manager\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRequirements for Volunteers:\n\n\n\nTo ensure smooth check-in at the casino\, volunteers must be 18+\, bring valid picture identification for verification upon arrival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign Up Now\n\n\n\n\nFor any inquiries or further information\, please contact Caleb Boorse at cboorse@arpaonline.ca or call 780-415-1745 ext. 105 \n\n\n\nCheck out more Volunteer Opportunities at ARPA\n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in volunteering more with ARPA\, visit our Volunteer Opportunities. URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/2024-arpa-casino/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2024-Casino-Night-e1711471941815.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240214T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240214T130000 DTSTAMP:20240201T200512Z CREATED:20240201T195759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T200512Z UID:10000011-1707912000-1707915600@arpaonline.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Buffalo-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240116T110000 DTSTAMP:20240109T193745Z CREATED:20240109T193042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T193745Z UID:10000010-1705399200-1705402800@arpaonline.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PipeCeremony2023-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230926T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230926T130000 DTSTAMP:20230907T170541Z CREATED:20230907T165904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T170541Z UID:10000009-1695729600-1695733200@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Grandmothers' Circle: Tobacco Teachings DESCRIPTION:At ARPA we often get questions related to Elders and the proper use of tobacco. To honour and celebrate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation\, this session will feature five multi-nation Elders\, including Diane Meguinis (Tsuut’ina)\, Doreen Healy (Blackfoot)\, Linda & Darryl Brass (Midewiwin) and Karli Crowshoe (Blackfoot) who will kindly share their expertise on the significance of offering tobacco\, how to offer it properly\, and why it is used in smudge. \n\n\n\nThis session has been generously sponsored by Communities ChooseWell and Alberta Blue Cross. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of ARPA’s September programming in honour and recognition of Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth & Reconciliation (September 30). URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/grandmothers-circle-tobacco-teachings/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Social-Media-Post-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230914T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230914T120000 DTSTAMP:20230911T145524Z CREATED:20230907T165103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T145524Z UID:10000008-1694689200-1694692800@arpaonline.ca SUMMARY:Healthy Communities Framework Webinar Series: Partnerships Pillar DESCRIPTION:Join Communities ChooseWell September 14 from 11:00am – 12:00pm for their next webinar of the Healthy Communities Framework Webinar Series where they will explore the Partnerships Pillar and why creating partnerships are a crucial part of successful community healthy eating and active living initiatives.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar will feature two panelists: Adrian Goulet from Mahegun Tails and Taylor McPherson from Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta.  They’ll share their knowledge and experience on how they’ve built meaningful partnerships and how the partnerships they’ve built have successfully contributed to the impact of their work.  \n\n\n\nCommitting to building authentic relationships and trust takes time and commitment. At ARPA\, we are both privileged and honoured to collaborate with Indigenous communities and partners in this capacity. These opportunities to uplift and work with Indigenous communities come from years of building relatives and meaningful relationships with leaders and champions from the community. Our huge thanks goes to our partners for sharing the gift of these incredible teachings. URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/healthy-communities-framework-webinar-series-partnerships-pillar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Partnerships.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230629T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230629T130000 DTSTAMP:20230612T215324Z CREATED:20230612T215322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T215324Z UID:10000007-1688040000-1688043600@arpaonline.ca 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/ CATEGORIES:Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arpaonline.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/MAY-2022-23.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR