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December 2024
Dear Members,
As I watch the snow blowing outside of my window it reminds me; what did one snowman say to the other? Do you smell carrots? It is truly amazing how the end of another year approaches, I’m thrilled to reflect on what we’ve accomplished together in 2024 and share exciting plans for the year ahead.
Celebrating 2024 Successes and the Future
This year has been one of growth and innovation for GFOA Alberta:
Membership Growth
We’ve welcomed new members from across Alberta and beyond,
strengthening our network, at last count we are at 1216 members!
November 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta members!
I can’t believe we just finished handing out the Halloween candy! That reminds me, why do vampires not want to become investment bankers? They hate stakeholders! I wanted to share some updates and exciting developments within GFOA Alberta.
Membership:
Keep an eye out in November for 2025 membership auto-renewal invoices; payment is due January 1st, 2025. Your membership provides access to benefits, networking and learning opportunities.
Speaking of networking and learning, we are hoping to line up more in-person professional development opportunities in the new year.
October 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta members!
Once again, the seasons are changing. Beautiful colours outside, step away from budget for a moment and enjoy them. I usually say autumn instead of fall. Sometimes it can be my downautumn!
We are thrilled to report that the recent Metrix ERP workshop had a fantastic turnout, with many of you joining us in person. It was great to see such high engagement, and we appreciate your participation. We hope to plan more in-person sessions around the province for the upcoming year.
I accompanied President Alvin Allim to the Alberta Municipalities Conference,
September 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta members!
Dear Members,
I hope this message finds you well. As we transition into the latter part of the year, I wanted to share some exciting updates and upcoming opportunities that you won’t want to miss. This edition is a bit longer than usual, but jam packed with great info!
Webinars and In-Person Workshops
We’re thrilled to announce a series of webinars and in-person workshops designed to support your professional growth and keep you informed about the latest news in finance.
August 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta members!
I hope this message finds you well and enjoying your summer! We have some exciting updates to share with you regarding our upcoming events and initiatives:
Webinars and In-Person Workshops: We are bringing a series of webinars and in-person workshops this fall designed to enhance your professional development. These sessions will cover a range of topics relevant to our field and provide valuable insights and practical skills.
Be sure to check out the latest updates!
July 2024
Greetings, GFOA Alberta members!
We are excited to share highlights from our recent participation in the LGAA (Local Government Administration Association) conference held in beautiful Canmore. It was a fantastic opportunity for our team to connect with many of our current members, engage in insightful discussions, and forge new relationships.
During the conference, we were delighted to meet several potential new members who showed great interest in joining our association. It’s always encouraging to see our community grow and to welcome fresh perspectives and ideas that can help us advance our mission.
June 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta Delegates, Sponsors and Vendors,
For those of you who attended the GFOA Alberta conference, and others) GFOA BC, CAMA, FCM) I hope you have recovered after a busy time and got some rest. A huge shoutout to our sponsors and vendors for helping make the annual conference another great success!
On behalf of GFOA Alberta I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of you for attending the annual Conference. It was a pleasure to connect with so many of you and witness the strong interest in the sessions we provided. We are proud to have offered a variety of great learning opportunities during the conference. Rest assured, session verifications will be uploaded to your member profiles in the coming weeks.
May 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta Members,
I hope this message finds you in good spirits. The warm spring has allowed farmers around here to get most of their crops in already. Speaking of farmers, our neighbor’s cows got into the cannabis farm – this worried me because the steaks were never higher!
As we march closer to our highly anticipated annual conference, I wanted to take a moment to express our thanks to our generous sponsors whose support has once again made this event possible. With just a few weeks remaining until the conference kicks off, excitement is mounting!Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect:
April 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta Finance Leaders,
Time to flip the calendars again! Geese are here stomping on the ice letting us know it should be spring. Speaking of April, what did the mama cow say to her baby after he stayed up too late on April Fools’ Day? “It’s pasture bedtime.”
Less than two months until the annual GFOA Alberta Conference! We are SOLD-OUT and have approximately 20 rooms left at the Fantasyland Hotel for those of you interested. It appears there are only theme rooms left but, we secured a discount rate so they are still affordable in comparison to other hotels. We’re thrilled to announce that our trade show booths are officially sold out as well!
March 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta Finance Leaders,
Why don’t penguins like talking to strangers in March? They find it hard to break the ice! I can’t believe it is March already and only a few months until we meet up at the annual conference. I know you are all busy, so I will try and keep this short.
We have had amazing response this year from sponsors and exhibitors, (new and returning). We can’t wait to show you what we have planned for you over the 2.5 days! Speaking of plans, we hope you will join us at the tournament on June 2 to kick-off the conference, we have booked round-trip shuttle for golfers. Golf registration also includes a supper this year.
February 2024
Hello GFOA Alberta Members,
I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. How about the beginning of January, it was so cold outside that my neighbour said when they milked their cows, they got ice cream! After that knee slapper I wanted to take a moment to update you on some important matters and upcoming events.
Membership Renewal: We hope that you have been enjoying the many benefits that come with being a valued member of our association. If you haven’t already, please take a moment to renew your membership for the upcoming year.
January 2024
Happy New Year GFOA Alberta Members,
The first week of the new year always reminds me of how I never returned my Y2K generator, and it is still in my garage. It also makes me think of all the opportunities and challenges ahead of us. I hope you had some rest and relaxation over the holidays and you’re ready to tackle 2024!
December 2023
Hello Members,
I hope this last message of 2023 finds you well. As the GFOA Alberta continues to thrive, we want to express our gratitude for your ongoing support and participation as a member.
2024 Membership
As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to renew your annual membership.
Membership ensures that you maintain access to a wealth of resources, networking opportunities, and exclusive benefits that will enhance your professional development.
November 2023
Hello Members,
I can’t believe it is November already which sadly, means that the golf season has ended for me. However, that frees up a lot of time for conference planning and building partnerships to benefit you, the member. On October 19, we attended the AVSA Conference as an Exhibitor (Association of Summer Villages of Alberta) to connect with potential members, while promoting GFOA Alberta. Speaking of partnerships, if you haven’t already heard, we are hosting professional development webinars with Metrix Group and PSD Citywide.
August 2023
Hello GFOA Alberta Members,
Time is flying by – I can’t believe it is August already! We have begun work on the 2024 conference that will be hosted in Edmonton at FantasylandHotel June 2-6, 2024, and we are scouting some facilities next week for 2025 and 2026locations.
We also have some great online learning opportunities for you starting in September.
June 2023
A Message as We Move Forward
I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation for being allowed to serve as GFOA Alberta President for the 2020-2023 terms. It has truly been an honor to represent the association, even through times of challenges and change that 2020 brought upon us. I am proud of the inter-organizational connections that I have played a part in building. I am confident we will continue to see growth at the annual GFOA conference, in our professional development offerings and our membership base.
May 2023
Hello GFOA Alberta Members,
We are very excited about the upcoming conference! A big thank you to all the GFOA sponsors, both returning and new sponsors – without these partnerships, we could not do the important work that we do, including this vital annual event. Sponsors play an important role in supporting our work and our members and clients across Alberta. Exhibitors ensure that our members have access to the many local government service providers that help them serve their communities.
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About Us
GFOA Alberta is a professional organization whose purpose is to enhance the practice of governmental finance in the Province of Alberta. Our objectives include:
- Promote networking opportunities for all government finance officials within all levels of government
- Support and promotion of Provincial, Canadian and International GFOA Conferences and training programs
- Communication with membership on financial issues
- Liaison with Municipal Affairs
- Enhance the profile of GFOA Alberta.
Our Association is affiliated with the International Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and maintains contact with its staff to promote training opportunities and participation in annual international GFOA conferences.
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About Us
GFOA Alberta is a professional organization whose purpose is to enhance the practice of governmental finance in the Province of Alberta. Our objectives include:
- Promote networking opportunities for all government finance officials within all levels of government
- Support and promotion of Provincial, Canadian and International GFOA Conferences and training programs
- Communication with membership on financial issues
- Liaison with Municipal Affairs
- Enhance the profile of GFOA Alberta.
Our Association is affiliated with the International Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and maintains contact with its staff to promote training opportunities and participation in annual international GFOA conferences.