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SUMMARY:2026 ARPA Conference & Energize Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Jump to:\n                                        Theme\n                            Registration\n                            Room Block\n                            Sponsorship\n                    \n      \n    \n  \n\n  \n\n\nCall For Presentations: NOW OPEN!\n\n\n\nWe are now accepting presentation proposals for the 2026 ARPA Conference & Energize Workshop! \n\n\n\nWe invite speakers\, industry leaders\, researchers\, and community advocates to share their knowledge\, innovative ideas\, and best practices with colleagues from across the recreation and parks sector. \n\n\n\nPresenting at our annual conference is a valuable opportunity to contribute to sector learning\, spark new ideas\, and connect with professionals from across Alberta. \n\n\n\n\nSubmit Your Presentation Proposal Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Theme\n\n\n\n\n\nLegacy in Action: Celebrating 75 Years+\n\n\n\n\nFor 75 years\, the Alberta Recreation & Parks Association has brought people together to support healthy citizens\, communities\, and environments across Alberta. This year’s Conference & Energize Workshop is more than a celebration; it’s a chance to reflect on the relationships\, learning\, and shared experiences that have shaped ARPA over the decades. \n\n\n\nThroughout our history\, one theme has surfaced again and again from those who have been part of ARPA’s journey: the sense of family that has grown through our work together. For many\, the conference has been more than a professional gathering. It has been a place to reconnect\, share ideas\, support one another\, and feel part of something larger than ourselves. \n\n\n\nThe theme of Legacy in Action is more than a moment of celebration. It is a reminder that legacy is active. It is about the work we have done\, the insights we have gained\, and how we choose to carry that forward together. These efforts have been strengthened by the relationships that connect our members and partners\, creating a community that often feels like family. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis theme invites participants to celebrate our shared history and shape the future\, turning legacy into intentional action that continues ARPA’s mission. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration is NOT OPEN YET\, however you can find pricing details below. \n\n\n\n2026 PricingEarly Bird RatesMembers$945.00Non members$1\,145.00Students$595.00\n\n\n\nNote on the Registration Prices\nWe would like to inform you that the conference price for this year’s event has increased due to the all-inclusive conference experience we offer. The conference registration includes 7 meals from Thursday dinner to Saturday dinner\, 44+ session options\, 3 keynote speakers\, an industry trade show\, and several social and networking options. \n\n\n\nWe understand that price increases can be frustrating\, but we believe that the value of this package far outweighs the additional cost. By including all meals\, encompassing education options and offering a wide range of social and networking opportunities\, we are creating an immersive experience that will enable attendees to fully engage with the conference material and their fellow attendees. \n\n\n\nFurthermore\, the increased price allows us to provide a high-quality experience that meets the needs of our attendees. We are committed to delivering the best possible conference\, and this all-inclusive package is one way we are working to achieve that goal. \n\n\n\nWe appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you at the conference. If you have any questions or concerns\, please do not hesitate to contact us. \n\n\n\n\nSee the 2025 ARPA Conference & Energize Workshop program here for an overview of what to expect! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHotel Room Block and Booking Notice\n\n\n\nFairmont Jasper Park LodgePlease note that the official conference room block at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge will open at the same time as our event registration. Booking details and the direct reservation link will be shared once registration goes live. Rooms cannot be secured through our group rate prior to that time. For planning purposes\, please click the pricing chart below. \n\n\n\nFairmont Jasper Park Lodge Room Rates \nRoom CategoryBase Rate (excluding fees + taxes)Fairmont Room$219.00Deluxe Room$269.00Junior Suite Lake View$399.00Luxury Lakefront Suite$499.00Viewpoint Cabin (3 bedrooms)Contact ARPA\n\n\n\n\nFraud Alert\nWe are also aware — and the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge has confirmed — that a third-party scam is currently circulating\, contacting individuals about booking accommodations for our event at the hotel. These messages are fraudulent. \n\n\n\nPlease be advised: \n\n\n\n\nWe do not use third-party housing companies.\n\n\n\nThe Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge will not contact you directly to solicit bookings.\n\n\n\nThe only way to access our negotiated conference rate is through the official link we will share on our website.\n\n\n\n\nIf you receive any suspicious calls or emails regarding hotel reservations\, we strongly encourage you not to engage and to book only through the official conference channels. \n\n\n\nFor questions or concerns\, please contact us directly. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nAdditional Accommodations: Forest Park Hotel \n\n\n\nWe have secured an additional block of rooms at the Forest Park Hotel for October 21–25\, 2026. \n\n\n\nHow to Book at Forest Park Hotel with the ARPA Discount:\nVisit the Website: Book at Forest Park Hotel \n\n\n\nSelect Dates: Choose stays between Oct 21 – Oct 25\, 2026. \n\n\n\nEnter Promo Code: On the payment page\, enter code ARPA in the promo box. \n\n\n\nApply: Click “Apply” to see the discounted rate populate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo learn more about sponsorship\, please reach out to Caleb Boorse.
URL:https://arpaonline.ca/event/arpa-2026-conference-energize-workshop/
LOCATION:Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge\, 1 Old Lodge Rd\, Jasper\, Alberta\, T0E 1E0\, Canada
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