Conference Schedule

Join us on Sunday, June 02 for a great day of golf at the Devon Golf Club and start your Conference off with fresh air, exercise and maybe bragging rights! Dinner follows and a shuttle to the golf club is available to all golfers.

Take advantage of the relaxed atmosphere of Sunday evening to get your registration out of the way, and be able to enjoy a leisurely breakfast Monday morning.

Whether you arrive for golf or come in later in the day, be sure to come to the Welcome Reception Sunday evening in the ballroom foyer at the Fantasyland Hotel. Enjoy a cocktail, relax and say hello!

Don’t forget to pop in and have a nightcap at the GFOA AB Hospitality suite before calling it a day!

We have a full hall of great exhibits for you to browse this year, including financial institutions, software and Cybersecurity offerings, insurance and tech, so be sure to check it out!

Didn’t get in to Edmonton in time to register Sunday? That’s fine, you have time for breakfast, fresh coffee and to get registered Monday morning, so rise and shine!

Emcee: Pauline Perreault
Update From Gary Sandberg, Assistant Deputy Minister at Government of Alberta

Carolyn Stern  | President and CEO, EI Experience

Take 30 to visit the Trade Show in Conference Hall 6&7. Fill up on some refreshments, chat with the awesome vendors and get your passport scanned for a chance to win a $2,000 Westjet Voucher!

We’re excited to offer a number of breakout sessions during the Conference for  you to choose from, so take a look through the program and see what peaks your interest.

Fundamentals of Managing Public Sector Risk

Enjoy the networking lunch in the Beverly Hills Ballroom.

The Promise and Challenges of Municipal Service Management

Take 30 to visit the Trade Show in Conference Hall 6&7. Fill up on some refreshements, chat with the awesome vendors and get your passport scanned for a chance to win a $1,000 Westjet Voucher!

Facing Climate Risks in a Local and Regional Context
Speaker: Don Iveson | Civic Good
Served as Edmonton’s Mayor from 2013 until 2021

Sketch-noting for Leaders

After a busy first day of the Conference, take a breather and head up to the CIBC Meet & Greet to network and relax, and don’t miss the Comedy Show later!.

Enjoy some laughter and entertainment at Hobson & Chahal’s exclusive Meet & Greet. Come for cocktails, appetizers and networking and get ready for an awesome comedy show! Let’s laugh and unwind at this one-of-a-kind event! 

Sponsored by GFOA Alberta’s Title Sponsor Hobson & Chahal – CIBC Wood Gundy.
Everyone is Welcome!

Be sure to stop by the GFOA Alberta Hospitality Suite Monday night for some late fun, refreshments and networking!

We have a full hall of great exhibits for you to browse this year, including financial institutions, software and Cybersecurity offerings, insurance and tech, so be sure to check it out!

Enjoy your breakfast and coffee while catching up on the latest conference news and updates with our Emcee Pauline Perreault, then it’s off to another great day!

Ian McCormack, CMC | President, Strategic Steps

Take 30 to visit the Trade Show in Conference Hall 6&7. Fill up on some refreshements, chat with the awesome vendors and get your passport scanned for a chance to win a $1,000 Westjet Voucher!

We’re excited to offer a number of breakout sessions during the Conference for  you to choose from, so take a look through the program and see what peaks your interest.

Long-Term Financing via Interest Rate Derivatives

Andrew Grantham, CIBC Economist

Enjoy the networking lunch in the Beverly Hills Ballroom.

Maximizing Grant Funding For Your Community

Take 30 to visit the Trade Show in Conference Hall 6&7. Fill up on some refreshements, chat with the awesome vendors and get your passport scanned for a chance to win a $1,000 Westjet Voucher!

Safeguarding Consumer Identity and Mitigating Data Fraud in Financial Services

Hosted by GFOA Alberta
L1 Lounge 

Join us for cocktails in the Ballroom Foyer.

Entertainment by Dueling Piano Kings

Come enjoy an after dinner drink in the GFOA Alberta Hospitality Suite before the night ends!

Enjoy your breakfast and coffee, get checked out so you’re free to enjoy the rest of the Conference, and be sure to stay till the end!

Emcee, Pauline Perreault

Cybercrime And How to Protect Yourself Against It

Check out of your room – you can drop your bags at the front desk for secure storage.

Under 10K Population 

Panelists:
Mayor Kevin Zahara, Town of Edson
Christine Beveridge, Town of Edson CAO
Caryn Bouchard, Town of Hinton, FCSS Manager
Moderator:
Benjamin Proulx, President Catalyst Communications

Emcee, Pauline Perreault
Executive Director, Rick Wojtkiw

Lessons Learned in Year One
Speaker: Darren Liviniuk, Deloitte

Pre-Registered Event