The Edmonton Sport Council continuously seeks to link sport organizations and individuals to, or provide them with broad not-for-profit sector educational opportunities, and sport related education and support services. The following are the many workshops and seminars which would strengthen sport organizations.
Unless otherwise identified, all the educational opportunities are being held in Edmonton.
Sport-Specific Educational Opportunities:
2010 Canadian Sport for Life Workshop
April 7-8 at the Crowne Plaza in Ottawa
A variety of NSO, PSO, P/T, Research and Community leaders will be sharing lessons on implementation. Hockey Canada and Speed Skating Canada will be reflecting on their Olympic experience and sharing where they are going 2010 and beyond. With a look at how the outside world is approaching LTAD, Utah Athletic Foundation will be presenting their experiences in developing and implementing Utah Sport for Life. Registration is now underway! Check out the workshop sessions here. Secure your spot for the Workshop and receive the early bird rate of $160 by registering prior to March 15. To register, click here.
Broad Not-for-Profit Educational Opportunties:
Board Leadership 2010 - All on Board!
Saturday March 20 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Engaging and informative workshops focused on board members of voluntary and non-for-profit organizations. This learning day provides a variety of sessions and networking opportunities addressing not-for-profit board fundamentals and new trends. The workshops will provide a variety of sessions addressing the needs of both beginner and experienced board members. Topics include: Diversity in Boards, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Legal Liabilities & Duties, Media Relations, and Conflict Resolution.
For more information: Board Leadership Event webpage (This link will take you to the summary page where you can view the day’s Agenda and session descriptions. Please make sure you choose your sessions by viewing the Agenda before you go to register for the event.) Registration Fee $63 (including GST and lunch).
One-Day Sponsorship Workshop: "Fulfillment, Activation and Summits"
Wednesday, April 28: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The focus of this session will include the important components of a successful sponsorship fulfillment plan including sample fulfillment reports, standards and tracking systems. In addition, the session will instruct you on how to work effectively with sponsors to activate their sponsorship benefits to be advantageous to all parties. This segment will include case studies, hands on work groups and allow participants to leave with ideas and tools for success.
Registration information is available here. The early bird registration deadline is February 28.
Vitalize 2010
June 10th, 11th and 12th
Alberta’s Got Talent! MARK YOUR CALENDARS as the Vitalize Provincial Voluntary Sector Conference comes to the SHAW Conference Centre in Edmonton. This one-of-a-kind conference provides for a unique professional development and training opportunity for those working or volunteering on behalf of non-profit organizations. Cost to attend is $120 per person.
Additional information is available at the Vitalize 2010 Conference Website.
General Educational Opportunites:
"Fitter, Leaner, Healthier!"
Everything You Want to Know About Nutrition and Physical Activity
This is a dynamic educational workshop where the latest scientific research is presented in practical strategies to get fitter, leaner and healthier by combining proper nutrition with a physically active lifestyle. This session is scheduled for Friday, March 26 from 9:00 am - 4:15 pm at the Holiday Inn Express Downtown.
Additional information is available here.
