Presented by Government Finance Officers Association Alberta
“Energizing the Future”
October 16 – 19, 2022 | Hyatt Regency Calgary
What’s Happening?
GFOA Alberta 2022 Annual Conference Schedule
Check back here for continued updates to our Annual Conference Schedule. It’s going to be great!
Sunday, October 16 | 4:00PM - 9:00PM
Welcome Reception
Sponsored by Wood Gundy
Held at The Pioneer On 8th Event Venue
117 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
Sunday, October 16 | 9:00PM - Midnight
Hospitality Suite
Hosted by Rob Gray Asset Management, Scotia Wealth
Monday, October 17 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Exhibitor Displays in Imperial 1/2/3
Come and browse the Exhibit Hall, meet some of our sponsors and exhibitors and learn about the most up to date offerings in the industry!
Monday, October 17 | 8:00AM - 8:45AM
Breakfast & Registration
Join us for breakfast and sign in to pick up your Attendee Passes and Conference Materials.
Monday, October 17 | 8:45AM - 9:10AM
Welcome & Opening
Conference Hosts GFOA Alberta
Monday, October 17 | 9:10AM - 9:30AM
Remarks
Gary Sandburg, ADM Municipal Affairs
Monday, October 17 | 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Opening Keynote: Jody Wilson-Raybould
Jody Wilson-Raybould on Indigenous rights and reconciliation, democracy and governance, and leadership
Monday, October 17 | 10:30AM - 11:00AM
Comfort Break
Get up, stretch your legs, grab some coffee and get ready for the next great session!
Monday, October 17 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM
GFOA US & Canada Address
Speaker Chris Morrill, Executive Director & CEO of the Government Finance Officers’ Association, US & Canada
Monday, October 17 | 12:00PM - 12:15PM
15 Minutes with Lowell Epp
Alberta Treasury
Monday, October 17 | 12:15PM - 1:15PM
Lunch
Monday, October 17 | 1:15PM - 4:15PM
Breakout Sessions
Choose your preferred sessions and enjoy!
Monday, October 17 | 1:15PM - 2:30PM
Human Resources
Speakers: Kelsey L. Becker Brookes, & Sean Ward of RRMF
Where: Imperial 5/7/9
Monday, October 17 | 2:30PM - 3:00PM
Comfort Break
Monday, October 17 | 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Organizational Excellence
Speaker: Tracey Polowich of Contigo
Where: Imperial 5/7/9
Monday, October 17 | 1:15PM - 4:15PM
Breakout Sessions
Choose your preferred sessions and enjoy!
Monday, October 17 | 1:15PM - 2:30PM
Asset Retirement Obligations
Speakers: Colin Mitchell & Bailey Church of KPMG
Where: Stephen Room AB
Monday, October 17 | 2:30PM - 3:00PM
Comfort Break
Monday, October 17 | 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Ethics
Speakers: Larry Brownoff & Randy Nicholls of CPA
Where: Stephen Room AB
Monday, October 17 | 5:00PM - 9:00PM
Open Reception at One18 Empire
Sponsored by CIBC Wood Gundy
Held at One18 Empire
820 Centre Street SE, Calgary, AB
Monday, October 17 | 9:00PM
Hospitality Suite
Hosted by Rob Gray Asset Management, Scotia Wealth
What’s Happening?
Tuesday October 18
Tuesday, October 18 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Exhibitor Display in Imperial 1/2/3
Come and browse the Exhibit Hall, meet some of our sponsors and exhibitors and learn about the most up to date offerings in the industry!
Tuesday, October 18 | 8:00AM - 8:45AM
Breakfast
Join us for breakfast and networking with your colleagues and new friends from Day 1!
Tuesday, October 18 | 8:30AM - 8:45AM
Remarks from Laura Barta, MFOA President
Enjoy our Opening and Welcome to the Second Day of the Conference
Tuesday, October 18 | 8:45AM - 9:45AM
Featured Speaker: Roy Pogorzelski
Roy Pogorzelski speaking on Canadian Municipalities Role in Truth & Reconciliation
Tuesday, October 18 | 9:45AM - 10:15AM
Comfort Break
Get up, stretch your legs, grab some coffee and get ready for the next great session!
Tuesday, October 18 | 10:15AM - 11:00AM
Investing in Uncertain Times
Speaker: Chief Investment Officer Andy Nasr, Scotia Wealth
Tuesday, October 18 | 11:00AM - 4:15PM
Breakout Sessions
Tuesday, October 18 | 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Asset Management
Speaker: Nicole Allen, NAMS
Where: Imperial 5/7/9
Tuesday, October 18 | 11:00AM - 4:15PM
Breakout Sessions
Tuesday, October 18 | 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Workplace Challenges: When the People aren’t as Easy as the Numbers
Speaker: Ruthann Weeks, Harmony in the Workplace
Where: Stephen Room AB
Tuesday, October 18 | 12:15PM - 12:30PM
15 Minutes with Tracey Polowich
Tuesday, October 18 | 12:30PM - 1:15PM
Lunch
Tuesday, October 18 | 1:15PM - 2:30PM
Online Crime: Fun Facts & Useful Tips
Speaker: Jakub Mamos
SERVUS Credit Union
Where: Imperial 5/7/9
Tuesday, October 18 | 2:30PM - 3:00PM
Comfort Break
Tuesday, October 18 | 3:00PM - 4:15PM
ESG
Speakers: Lesley Mitchell
Deloitte
Where: Imperial 5/7/9
Tuesday, October 18 | 1:15PM - 2:30PM
Digital Transformation
Speaker: Wendy Gnenz
MNP
Where: Stephen Room AB
Tuesday, October 18 | 2:30PM - 3:00PM
Comfort Break
Tuesday, October 18 | 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Managing Costs in an Inflationary Market
Speakers: Jesse Patenaude & Tyler Hannemann
Canoe Procurement RMA
Where: Stephen Room AB
Tuesday, October 18 | 6:00PM - 11:45PM
GFOA Gala Dinner & Entertainment
Hosted by GFOA Alberta
Featuring: The Magic of Sean Watson
Tuesday, October 18 | 9:00PM
Hospitality Suite
Hosted by Rob Gray Asset Management, Scotia Wealth
What’s Happening?
Wednesday, October 19
Wednesday, October 19 | 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Exhibitor Display in Imperial 1/2/3
Last chance to browse the Exhibit Hall, meet some of our sponsors and exhibitors and learn about the most up to date offerings in the industry!
Wednesday, October 19 | 8:30AM - 9:15AM
Breakfast
Join us for breakfast and networking with your colleagues and new friends from Day 2!
Wednesday, October 19 | 9:15AM - 10:00AM
Economics & Capital Markets
Andrew Grantham
Executive Director & Senior Economist
Wednesday, October 19 | 10:00AM - 10:15AM
Comfort Break
Have a stretch and keep an eye out for prizes being awarded!
Wednesday, October 19 | 10:15AM - 11:15AM
Featured Speaker: Chris Turner
Hear Chris Turner speak on Sustainability, Climate Change, Cleantech and the Global Energy Transition
Wednesday, October 19 | 10:00AM - 10:15AM
Comfort Break
Have a stretch and keep an eye out for prizes being awarded!
Wednesday, October 19 |11:20AM - Noon
Organizational Update
GFOA’s annual meeting recap, state of the organization update and overview of the upcoming year.
Wednesday, October 19 | 11:20AM - Noon
Organizational Update
GFOA’s annual meeting recap, state of the organization update and overview of the upcoming year.
Wednesday, October 19 | Noon
GFOA 2022 Annual Conference Concludes
Thanks to everyone for coming!
Wednesday, October 19 | Noon
GFOA 2022 Annual Conference Concludes
Thanks to everyone for coming!
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.
Quick Connect to GFOA Alberta
Quick Connect to GFOA Alberta
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.