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SUMMARY:Parks Forum
DESCRIPTION:Location: Edmonton\, AB \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n      \n      \n        \n                            Jump To:\n                                        About Parks Forum\n                            Registration\n                            Program\n                            Event Theme\n                            Accommodations\n                            Sponsorship & Trade Show\n                            Contact\n                    \n      \n    \n  \n\n  \n\n\n\n\nAbout Parks Forum\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Parks Forum will be held March 2026 in Edmonton\, Alberta.  \n\n\n\nThis educational and networking event will attract up to 150 delegates from across Western Canada.The primary objectives of the Parks Forum are: \n\n\n\n\nTo provide educational and development opportunities that include the exchange of views\, sharing of experiences and learning of new and unique approaches to planning and managing parks and open spaces.\n\n\n\nTo develop ideas\, concepts and proposals for realistic interaction and collaboration on issues and initiatives of common interest and concern.\n\n\n\nTo explore the connections\, benefits and roles that parks provide in today’s ever-changing society.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Theme\n\n\n\nThe theme for the 2026 Parks Forum is\, Urban Connections: Parks in a Changing World. \n\n\n\nAs the urban landscape rapidly evolves\, experiences climate uncertainty\, undergoes shifting social dynamics\, go through changing technology\, park spaces continue to provide a vital connection linking people to nature\, communities to culture\, and cities to resilience. Urban Connections: Parks in a Changing World will explore the role parks have in shaping accessible\, sustainable\, and adaptive urban environments. \n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nEngage in insightful discussions with industry experts.\n\n\n\nConnect with professionals\, researchers\, students\, and fellow enthusiasts.\n\n\n\nExplore new ideas\, innovative practices\, and emerging trends in the field of parks\, protected areas\, and open spaces.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration is now open! We have three options which include: \n\n\n\n\nFull Event Registration: This includes tours on March 18 and all sessions\, meals\, and tours on March 19 and 20.\n\n\n\nPark Tours Only: This includes the tour’s on March 18 and the tours on March 19. No meals are included.\n\n\n\nSingle Day – March 19: This includes all sessions\, meals\, and tours on March 19.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFull Event\n\n$550 ARPA Members\n\n\n\n$750 Non-members\n\n\n\n$350 Students\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSingle Day – March 19\n\n$400 ARPA Members\n\n\n\n$550 Non-members\n\n\n\n$300 Students\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPark Tours Only\n\n$200 ARPA Members\n\n\n\n$350 Non-members\n\n\n\n$100 Students\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Parks Forum program consists of keynote speakers\, inter-active workshops\, concurrent sessions\, panel discussions\, plenary sessions\, student integration\, trade show and opportunities for informal social interaction. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIEW THE PROGRAM HERE\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContinuing Education Credits (CEU)\n\n\n\nPrairie Chapter – International Society of Arboriculture \n\n\n\nThe Prairie Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture has designated the following sessions as eligible for ISA certification holders to earn CEUs. \n\n\n\n\nCity of Edmonton Efforts to Manage DED \n\n\n\nHow Municipalities & Partners can Leverage the Green Muni Fund.\n\n\n\n\nOnly Certified Arborists that are in attendance for 80% or more\, of each session\, can qualify for the CEU offered. Please connect with the speaker or moderator to sign in for the CEU credits. \n\n\n\nAlberta Association of Landscape Architects \n\n\n\nThe 2026 Parks Forum program including sessions\, keynotes\, and tours that are eligible for Alberta Association of Landscape Architects (AALA) Continuous Education Program (CEP) credits.  \n\n\n\nAlberta Recreation & Parks Association is a category 4 AALA approved education provider. Participants can earn PDUs by attending educational programs. \n\n\n\n\nOne (1) PDU will be issued for two (2) hours of formal course instruction with an instructor. A maximum of 10 PDU/year may be used for Category 4.\n\n\n\n\nFor more information please visit the AALA website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations\n\n\n\nTo book your stay at the Wyndham Edmonton Hotel & Conference Centre\, please use one of the following options: \n\n\n\n\n\nPhone: \n\n\n\n\nLocal: 780-437-6010 (Option 0)\n\n\n\nToll-Free: 1-877-999-3223\n\n\n\nGroup Name: Alberta Recreation and Parks Association\n\n\n\nBooking Code: 031826ALB\n\n\n\n\nOnline Booking: \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Room here\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoom TypePrice (Room Rate Only)1 King w/pullout$145Queen Executive Suite$195King Jet-Tub Suite$245\n\n\n\n\n\nIndividual reservations can be cancelled without penalty up to 24 hours prior to arrival. Booking early is encouraged!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship & Trade Show\n\n\n\nJoin us at the 2026 Parks Forum Trade Show\, taking place March 18–20\, 2026\, at the Wyndham Hotel in Edmonton\, AB. This is a unique opportunity to connect with recreation and parks professionals from across Western Canada\, including municipal\, provincial\, and national representatives. \n\n\n\nWhy Exhibit or Sponsor?\n\n\n\n\nShowcase your products and services to 100–150 delegates.\n\n\n\nNetwork with decision-makers across all levels of government.\n\n\n\nBuild brand visibility and establish meaningful connections within the sector.\n\n\n\n\nTrade Show Registration\n\n\n\nReserve your booth and secure your spot at the Forum. Booths are limited\, so early registration is recommended. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the trade show\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities\n\n\n\nAmplify your presence with one of our sponsorship packages. Options include: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Sponsor: Maximum visibility across conference communications and signage.\n\n\n\nSession Sponsor: Highlight your organization during a key presentation or workshop.\n\n\n\nMeal Sponsor: Connect directly with delegates during meal breaks and networking events.\n\n\n\n\nView Sponsorship Prospectus \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact Caleb Boorse \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact: Benjamin Jonah\, bjonah@arpaonline.ca or Caleb Boorse\, cboorse@arpaonline.ca 
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