BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GFOA Alberta - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:GFOA Alberta X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for GFOA Alberta REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 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DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241101T210506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T210506Z UID:25547915-1748332800-1748538000@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:GFOABC Annual Conference and AGM 2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/gfoabc-annual-conference-and-agm-2025/ CATEGORIES:External END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250525T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250526T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241101T210643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T210714Z UID:25547918-1748160000-1748278800@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:GFOABC Pre Conference Workshops 2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/gfoabc-pre-conference-workshops-2025/ CATEGORIES:External END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250410T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20250226T235309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T005827Z UID:25550030-1744279200-1744286400@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Records Management Best Practices: Navigating Digital Transformation in the Public Sector DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/records-management-best-practices-navigating-digital-transformation-in-the-public-sector/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250327T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250327T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20250309T070628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T070805Z UID:25550142-1743069600-1743076800@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Understanding Grants Better: From What Grants are to Final Reporting DESCRIPTION:GFOA Alberta and Remarkable Grants Management Present:\n\nUnderstanding Grants Better: From What Grants are to Final Reporting\n27 March 2025 | 10:00 AM – Noon \n  \n\nBrief Introduction:\nThe workshop will aim to inform the newcomer and provide a refresh for those familiar with the key components of the grant cycle.\n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\nIntroduction – the purpose and types of grants\nGrant readiness – get prepared upfront and streamline the process to make it repeatable\nFinding grants – more than research\, choose the most strategic matches\nRelationships with funders – to build and grow connections takes time and effort\nUnderstand the application process – the parts of an application and what’s their purpose\nWriting the proposal and best practices – learn clear compelling writing and how to avoid pitfalls\nHandling the wait\, the wins and the misses – funding agreements\, negotiations and learning\nCompliance and Reporting – implement the project and discuss reporting requirements\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\nAny municipal or government employees whose role includes\n\napplying for grants – from getting grant ready to pressing the “Send” button\ncarrying out programs or projects if grants applications are successful\nparticipating in the financial management and reporting of grants won\ncollaborating with non-profits in your community\n\n \n\nBenefits of Attending: \n\nSlides from the presentation\nWorksheets – will provide on some topics that can only be covered at a surface level\nReceive an optional follow-up coaching call – one call to a representative per organization (if more than one attends workshop). URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/understanding-grants-better-from-what-grants-are-to-final-reporting/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:External,GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfoa.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GRANT-WRITING-WEBINAR-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250313T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250313T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241021T215528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T215528Z UID:25547757-1741860000-1741863600@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Real Property - Input Tax Credits\, Self-Assessment & Rebates | Michael Monk DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/real-property-input-tax-credits-self-assessment-rebates-michael-monk/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250312T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20250123T091215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T222631Z UID:25549419-1741773600-1741777200@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Webinar: Discover How Tech & AI Are Transforming HR DESCRIPTION:HR’s Business Case:How Tech and AI are Transforming Workplaces\n60 Minutes | Free WebinarDate: Wednesday\, 12 March\, 2025Time: 10:00AM – 11:00PM MTCredit: 1 Hour Verifiable + Certificate of Attendance  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Webinar: \nRegister to attend this complimentary webinar\, March 12\, 2025\, featuring Julie Develin\, Sr. Partner HCM Advisory and Human Insights at UKG as she shares how the integration of tech and AI is transforming HR by enhancing efficiency\, improving decision-making\, and fostering a more dynamic workplace. By leveraging advanced tools and data analytics\, HR professionals can better align their strategies with organizational goals\, ultimately driving business success. \nFor Finance\, this means greater insight into the HR metrics that matter most and being able to take corrective action in advance of any developing issues. \nLearning Outcomes: \nUnderstand the impact of technology and AI on modern HR practicesIdentify key tools and technologies that are transforming HR functions\, and how to ask for themExplore strategies for effectively integrating AI and technology into HR processes to enhance organizational performance. \nWho Should Attend? \nHR professionals\, organizational leaders\, and decision-makers eager to leverage technology for transformative results. \nSpaces are limited\, so register today to secure your spot! URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/webinar-discover-how-tech-ai-are-transforming-hr/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:External,GFOA Alberta Live,GFOA Alberta Members Only,GFOA Alberta Public,GFOA Staff,PDTF ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfoa.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WEB-BANNER.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250305T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250305T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20250227T005554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T012220Z UID:25550033-1741179600-1741186800@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Municipal Forums for Emerging Issues ERP Implementation DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/municipal-forums-for-emerging-issues-erp-implementation/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfoa.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ERP-SLide.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250213T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241021T215417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T215417Z UID:25547755-1739440800-1739444400@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Introduction for Municipalities on GST/HST Information - Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) | Michael Monk DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/introduction-for-municipalities-on-gst-hst-information-non-profit-organizations-npos-michael-monk/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250212T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20250108T050639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T054220Z UID:25549127-1739354400-1739361600@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Discover the Benefits of Hiring Co-op Students Free Webinar DESCRIPTION:Co-op Programs \nLooking to add new talent and energy to your team?\nExplore the benefits of hiring co-op students through our partnership with top post-secondary institutions! \nCo-op programs connect you with motivated\, skilled students ready to make an impact in public finance roles. Whether you’re looking for support on projects or building a future talent pipeline\, co-op students bring the expertise and enthusiasm your team needs. \nJoin our FREE Virtual Info Session!\nLearn how simple it is to recruit co-op talent\, hear from our post-secondary partners\, and get detailed information about posting roles on post-secondary job boards. We will show you how to connect with post-secondary contacts to get features on Job Boards \nFebruary 12\n10AM\nRegister Now: https://gfoa.ab.ca/coop1/ \nInvest in the future of public finance by opening the door to these talented students. URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/discover-the-benefits-of-hiring-co-op-students-free-webinar/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gfoa.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Promo-Co-op-Student-Program.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250130T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250130T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241018T164814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T093149Z UID:25547646-1738245600-1738252800@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Q1 2025 | Under 10K Municipal Forum DESCRIPTION:Q1 Municipal Forum URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/under-10k-municipal-forum-dawn-sauve/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Meeting CATEGORIES:BOARD,CTF,GFOA Alberta Members Only,GFOA Staff,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250128T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250128T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241215T030036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T093200Z UID:25548867-1738072800-1738080000@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Q1 2025 | Over 10K Municipal Forum DESCRIPTION:Q1 Municipal Forum for Over 10K Population URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/to-schedule-over-10k-municipal-forum/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Meeting CATEGORIES:BOARD,CTF,GFOA Alberta Members Only,GFOA Staff,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250123T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250123T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241215T030106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T093209Z UID:25548866-1737640800-1737648000@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Q1 2025 | Rurals Municipal Forum DESCRIPTION:Q1 Municipal Forum URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/to-schedule-rurals-municipal-forum-dawn-sauve/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Meeting CATEGORIES:BOARD,CTF,GFOA Alberta Members Only,GFOA Staff,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250116T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241021T215317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T215317Z UID:25547753-1737021600-1737025200@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Admissions and Election for Agent to Account for Tax | Michael Monk DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/admissions-and-election-for-agent-to-account-for-tax-michael-monk/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241121T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241019T140609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T055853Z UID:25547689-1732183200-1732188600@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Common Audit Issues & Learnings | Stephanie Porter DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/common-audit-issues-learnings-stephanie-porter/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241120T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241019T140409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T055827Z UID:25547685-1732096800-1732102200@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Best Practices Preparing Your Municipal Audit | Stephanie Porter DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/best-practices-preparing-your-municipal-audit-stephanie-porter/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241114T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241114T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241018T164549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T164549Z UID:25547644-1731578400-1731582000@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Transfer Payments and GST | Michael Monk DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/transfer-payments-and-gst-michael-monk/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241106T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241106T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241018T164325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T215046Z UID:25547641-1730901600-1730908800@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Ethics in the Public Sector Part Two | Darren Liviniuk | Calgary Only DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/ethics-in-the-public-sector-part-two-darren-liviniuk/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241105T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241105T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241018T164203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T215056Z UID:25547639-1730815200-1730822400@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Ethics in the Public Sector Part One | Darren Liviniuk | Calgary Only DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/ethics-in-the-public-sector-part-one-darren-liviniuk/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241030T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241030T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241018T143744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T215132Z UID:25547626-1730296800-1730304000@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:GFOA Alberta Rurals Municipal Forum | Josh Hunter | Members Only DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/gfoa-alberta-rurals-municipal-forum/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Meeting CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Members Only,PDTF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140555 CREATED:20241018T163653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T163711Z UID:25547636-1729159200-1729162800@gfoa.ab.ca SUMMARY:Cost-sharing and Other Relationships | Michael Monk DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gfoa.ab.ca/event/cost-sharing-and-other-relationships-michael-monk/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar CATEGORIES:GFOA Alberta Public,PDTF END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR