2014 LGMA Conference Brochure

2014

LGMA CONFERENCE

June 10 — 12, 2014, Vancouver, BC

Welcome to Delegates!

Come blaze a new trail with us as we move from vision to visible results.

The Local Government Management Association is excited to extend an invitation to our members, exhibitors, sponsors, and guests to join us at the LGMA Annual Conference in the beautiful city of Vancouver. The 2014 conference offers a variety of opportunities to develop new skills, to network with colleagues and industry experts,

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and to be inspired to reach new heights.

A Message from the Mayor

The goal of the conference is to give all participating delegates the

On behalf of our City Council and citizens of Vancouver, I want to

opportunity to network with each other, hone their leadership skills,

extendOnwarm wishes to all delegates attending the 2014 Annual behalf of our City Council and the citizens of Vancouver, I want to extend

test their abilities and learn from the inspirational examples of prominent leaders.The energetic conference organizing committee

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filled workshops and sessions that will have you on your feet, challenging you with new ideas, and cramming new concepts into your brain. The ever-inspiring keynote speakers will leave you wanting more - more energy, that is, to take what you have learned and put it into action on a daily basis. This year’s conference is apt to exercise your brain, your soul, and your body…and even inspire you.

I look forward to welcoming delegates at the President’s Reception, sharing information on our accomplishments this past year at the

congratulate LGMA and its members for the important contribution you are

making to civic life in our province. The City of Vancouver is honoured to be As an organization that promotes in local and part of this important gathering. Weleadership look forwardexcellence to sharing a productive successful conference with all of you. government, I congratulate LGMA and its members for the

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The City of Vancouver is honoured to be part of this important gathering. We look forward to sharing a productive and successful conference with all of you.

Yours truly,

Gregor Robertson MAYOR

Annual General Meeting, recognizing those that have made outstanding contributions to our profession at the Recognition Luncheon, welcoming in the new President, and wrapping it all up with the Annual Banquet.

To help us with our organizing efforts and to help you save a few dollars, I

Gregor Robertson, MAYOR City of Vancouver

encourage you to take advantage of the early registration discounts.

Needless to say, we are excited about this year’s conference and are

looking forward to sharing it with you in Vancouver. I hope to see you there.

Corien Speaker, CGA, PRESIDENT Local Government Management Association

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keynote speaker

keynote speaker

David K. Foot

Colonel Chris Hadfield

e c o n o m i s t and demographer

astronaut

wednesday, june 11, 2014

thursday, june 12, 2014

10:15 am–11:30 am

3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

David K. Foot, Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of

“Good morning, Earth.” That is how Colonel Chris Hadfield—

Toronto, is co-author of the best-selling books Boom Bust & Echo:

writing on Twitter—woke up the world every day while living

How to Profit from the Coming Demographic Shift and the updated

aboard the International Space Station for over five months.

paperback, Boom Bust & Echo: Profiting from the Demographic

Harnessing the power of social media, his multiple daily Tweets

Shift in the 21st Century. These books reflect his research on the

and photographs from space made people see the world

relationships between economics and demographic change, and

differently. His accessibility, whether answering questions such as,

on the resulting implications for both private and public policies.

“How do you wring out a washcloth in space?” via Skype or

An outspoken and controversial demographics expert, Dr. Foot contends that demographics explains two-thirds of everything. He explores how changing demographics, especially the aging of the massive boomer generation and the coming into the marketplace of their children, the echo generation, is redefining society’s needs.

Change can’t be avoided, but it can be prepared for and managed.

collaborating with The Barenaked Ladies for a song sung by nearly a million people simultaneously, endeared him to all while he orbited Earth. “Who’d have thought that five months away from the planet would make you feel closer to people,” asked Hadfield.

“This experience is not individual it’s shared and it’s mutual and it’s worldwide.”

With this understanding, local government has a strong foundation

Hadfield is the pioneer of many “firsts”. He was selected by the

upon which to build a vision for the future.

Canadian Space Agency as a NASA Shuttle Mission Specialist — Canada’s first fully-qualified Space Shuttle crew member. Three years later, he was the first Canadian to operate the Canadarm in space, and the first Canadian to board a Russian spacecraft during his mission to the Russian space station. In 2001, he performed two spacewalks - the first Canadian to do so - and in 2010 the CSA and NASA announced Hadfield’s third mission: commanding the International Space Station - again a first for a Canadian.

Now safely back on Earth, Hadfield continues to bring the glory of science and space travel to everyone he encounters. In this Tourism Vancouver

inspiring talk, Chris will share the practical lessons he has learned throughout his remarkable career in the areas of leadership, teamwork, collaboration, science and technology, and will help you see that the “sky is not the limit”.

registration information online registration is available at www.civicinfo.bc.ca/event/lgma2014.asp.

registration deadline june 3, 2014, 4:30 pm

If you are unable to register on-line, please contact CivicInfo BC at 250-383-4898

early bird fee deadline april 18, 2014, 4:30 pm

Pre-Conference Session Fees (includes lunch)

Early Bird

After April 18

Approving Officers Workshop

$215

$250

Women in Leadership Forum

$215

$250

Communication Officers Forum

$215

$250

Conference Fees*

Early Bird

After April 18

LGMA Member

$590

$640

Non-Member

$690

$740

Life Members

Complimentary

*includes President’s Reception on Tuesday night, breakfast and lunch on Wednesday and Thursday, and the Thursday night banquet

Other Fees Extra breakfast ticket Extra lunch ticket Extra Banquet ticket Extra President’s Reception ticket

$40 $50 $90 $65

Note: If you are a full-time student enrolled at a post-secondary institution, we have special rates for you to attend the Conference. Please contact the LGMA office at 250-383-7032.

trade show The LGMA Conference Trade

The Trade Show will kick off

Show provides an excellent

during the President’s Reception

opportunity for exhibitors to

on Tuesday and continue

highlight how their organization

through to Thursday afternoon.

is addressing the unique needs of the local government sector.

To request a trade show information package, please

payment methods visa, mastercard, or cheque Visa and MasterCard payments will be accepted with your on-line registration.

Cheques should be made payable to: LGMA Conference 2014 c/o CivicInfo BC, 7th Floor, 620 View Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 1J6 refunds & substitutions Requests for refunds will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. June 3, 2014, subject to a $50.00 cancellation fee. Conference attendance is transferable; please give as much notice as possible to avoid delays at registration.

NO REFUNDS AFTER June 3, 2014

Through our “Trade Show

send an email to office@lgma.ca;

Passport” program, delegates

or to reserve your booth visit

are provided with a passport card

http://www.civicinfo.bc.ca/

sponsors & exhibitors

that when fully stamped by all

event/lgma2014exhibit.asp or

exhibitors is entered into a grand

call 250-383-7032.

For those wishing to exhibit at this year’s trade show, online registrations are being accepted at: www.civicinfo.bc.ca/event/lgma2014exhibit.asp

prize draw. This provides exhibitors with a steady flow and opportunity to interact with delegates throughout the event.

Further information on sponsorship opportunities is available by contacting Ana Fuller at (250) 383-7032 or by email at afuller@lgma.ca

conference contacts program ana fuller, 250-383-7032 or afuller@lgma.ca trade show dawn boyle or randee platz, 250-383-7032 or office@lgma.ca

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conference program identify solutions to challenges they face. Come hear from inspirational women leaders and participate in a workshop on

tuesday, june 10, 2014 PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP #1

”Taking Charge of Your Career”.

Shanna Wilson, senior member of the Royal Canadian Navy, will

approving officers workshop

share her personal experience on understanding bias and its role

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 pm

planning clinic that will provide participants with an opportunity to

in career progression. Tracey Lee Lorenson will facilitate a career

The annual Workshop for Approving Officers will address a number

reflect on their career and develop a plan for managing and

of fundamental issues related to the approval of subdivisions. The

directing it. The focus will be on identifying and developing a

format includes speakers and panelists who will discuss topics of

practical strategy for each participant. The Forum will close with a

specific interest to Approving Officers and provide practical advice

discussion from two local government leaders, Chief Administrative

for carrying out their statutory responsibilities.

Officers Corien Speaker and Linda Adams, who will share their

The program will consist of plenary sessions with presentations on topics and themes of common interest for all Approving Officers working in local governments in BC. The workshop will also include facilitated discussion where participants can present issues, share best practices and benefit from peer-to-peer learning.

PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP #2

communication officers forum 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 pm

stories about the paths they have chosen to manage and take charge of their careers.

refreshment break 10:00 am - 10:30 am lunch 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm refreshment break 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

the renewed gas tax fund GARY MACLSAAC, UNION OF BC MUNICIPALITIES

Connect, inform and engage …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Information is the bait – and you’re on the hook for netting the

Over the next ten years the Gas Tax Fund will deliver close to $3

interest.

billion dollars to local governments in British Columbia. This

Sign up for the LGMA Communications Forum, and take a day to learn more about how to connect, inform and engage using dozens of tools to reel in all those must-reach audiences.

The forum will feature panelists who will share challenges and

session will provide information on the transition to the renewed agreement, including details on expanded eligibility criteria, the delivery model (both allocated and pooled funding) and the tier system. Ample time will be provided to ask questions about the design and function of this significant infrastructure program.

wins in their role as local government communicators, in departments new or established, in communities of various sizes, with teams of many, or of one.

We’re also lining up guest speakers to tackle hot topics such as gathering community opinion through online or virtual advisory boards; building First Nations relations; and making the most of a communications consultant. Join us!

president’s welcome reception and trade show kick-off 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Welcome to the 2014 Conference.

Join LGMA President Corien Speaker for an evening of socializing and enjoying fabulous hors d’oeuvres! Kick off

PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP #3

the 2014 Conference by reacquainting with old friends and

woman in leadership forum

meeting knowledgeable representatives from our

8:30 - 4:00 pm

countless suppliers of goods and services that make our

The annual Women in Leadership Forum provides an excellent opportunity for delegates to connect, discuss common issues, and

tradeshow exhibitors. Where would we be without the work possible?

wednesday, june 11, 2014 delegates breakfast: 7:00 am - 8:30 am

official welcome & annual general meeting 8:30 am - 9:45 am refreshment break/meet the exhibitors: 9:45 am - 10:15 am

a primer on conflict of interest

meet the LGMA board

KATHLEEN HIGGINS, BULL HOUSSER

9:45 am - 10:15 am

7:30 am - 8:15 am

The LGMA Board Members welcome first time attendees or new members to drop by a meet and greet. Get to know your Board, and learn more about the LGMA and what it is doing to support you.

The BC Court of Appeal decision in Schlenker v. Torgrimson has brought the issue of conflict of interest into focus once again.

This session is designed to engage and inform local government staff on the obligations of elected officials under the Community Charter as they relate to conflict of interest. The topics to be discussed will be pecuniary/non-pecuniary conflicts and defences, gifts, and inside and outside influence, amongst other related matters.

personal options for dealing with workplace bullying and harassment CAROLYN MACEACHERN, YOUNG ANDERSON HEATHER MACKENZIE, THE INTEGRITY GROUP 7:30 am - 8:15 am Workplace bullying and harassment is unfortunately far too

keynote speaker

David K. Foot

common and can adversely affect not only your morale and

e c o n o m i s t and demographer

productivity, but also trigger a host of stress-related health

10:15 am - 11:30 am

complications. How do you know when a co-worker’s behavior is beyond merely “difficult” or an aggressive management style and

trade show: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

actually constitutes bullying or harassment? What different factors

recognition luncheon: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

come into play when you’re dealing with conflict with a fellow employee versus a supervisor? What options do you have to report concerns? This session will discuss the legal options, resources, and support (both internal and external) available when YOU are the target of bullying at work.

“municipal APPtitude”: using technology to better connect citizens to services and enhance citizen participation

40 years of value to bc

GUILLERMO FERRERO AND JASON BIRCH, CITY OF NANAIMO

REPRESENTATIVE OF BC ASSESSMENT

1:45 pm - 3:00 pm

7:30 am - 8:15 am

From social media to emailed reminders of garbage and recycling

For 40 years, an important partnership between BC Assessment

days, from allowing citizen monitoring of building inspections to

and local governments has formed the foundation for how our communitites are funded. The annual assessment roll is the basis for local governments to raise nearly $6.7 billion in property taxes each year, making the work of BC Assessment crucial to communities.

tracking crime, local governments are taking notice of emerging electronic mediums and using them to improve services and bridge engagement gaps for their increasingly IT-savvy citizens. Many can result in longer-term cost savings for organizations over traditional methods. Have you considered hosting an “e-Town Hall meeting,” allowing your residents to participate online when they might

What exactly is the work of BC Assessment and what are the many

otherwise be reluctant to speak in public or unable to attend a

ways in which information and partnerships have shaped the value

weeknight meeting? Hear about some of the innovative ways that

and success of this work? Join BC Assessment in a discussion that

online tools are being used, and some of the factors that should be

examines their current and future role in supporting the important

taken into account when considering an in-house or external

community services provided byy local governments.

technology solution.

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bill 14: ensuring your workplace is free of bullying and harassment

learning tour #1—visible results: southeast false creek

CATHY COOK, BC MUNICIPAL SAFETY ASSOCIATION

SCOT HEIN AND KIERAN MCCONNELL, CITY OF VANCOUVER

1:45 pm - 3:00 pm

3:30 pm - 5:45 pm

Bill 14, an amendment to the Workers’ Compensation Act

Following a brief overview of the Southeast False Creek Energy

permitting claims for ‘mental disorders’ stemming from workplace

Centre, North America’s first sewer heat recovery neighbourhood

events including harassment and bullying, is now in place. Do you

energy utility implemented as a legacy from the 2010 Olympic Games,

know what your responsibilities are? Do you have a toolkit to help

the tour will walk to Vancouver’s 2010 Olympic Village. The tour will

you address potential challenges in your workplace? Explore your

focus on the innovative public realm including the urban wetland,

options and remedies and learn how to effectively deploy tools and

waterfront, habitat island, and Olympic Plaza. It will also provide an

tactics to mitigate bullying and harassment.

overview of the mid-rise development program, and related built form

attracting, motivating, and retaining a multi-generational workforce JEANNETTE AUSTIN, PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION OF BC AND RAVENHILL GROUP TERRENCE (TJ) SCHMALTZ, DISTRICT OF WEST VANCOUVER 1:45 pm - 3:00 pm There are three distinctly different generations working side by side today, with each of these guided by a different set of values, beliefs, and expectations. And new and existing talent are

strategy, which have been recently acknowledged as one of the top four international projects by World Architecture News as well as receiving the top international Urban Land Institute Development and United Nations Livable Community Awards. NOTE: Space is limited and pre-registration is required on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring good walking shoes and rain gear if needed.

learning tour #2—local government leadership on housing and homelessness

increasingly looking for what’s beyond the numbers - looking to

REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY OF VANCOUVER

work with organizations that align with their personal values, in

3:30 pm - 5:45 pm

addition to salary and advancement considerations.

Led by City of Vancouver Housing staff in collaboration with key

How do we make local government an employer of choice in order

community partners, this session will highlight the progress being

to attract the next generation of leaders and, once hired, how do

made in achieving Vancouver’s goal of ending street homelessness

we ensure new employees are engaged and want to stay? These

and increasing affordable housing options for all Vancouverites. The

are critical components of any employment and succession

session will include a presentation, as well as two site visits that feature

planning strategy, requiring leadership of local government

innovative responses along the housing continuum. NOTE: Space is

managers at all levels to ensure that the organizational culture is

limited and pre-registration is required on a first-come, first-served basis.

attractive (and remains that way) in order to compete for talent.

Please bring good walking shoes and rain gear if needed.

From this presentation, gain an understanding of the divergent

a local government—first nations relations partnership story

values, preferences, and priorities of all generations in the workforce; tips for leading all generations while respecting employees as individuals; and how to impact your organization with strategies that other leaders have successfully relied on to bridge the generations in their workplace.

REPRESENTATIVES OF THE TOWN OF LADYSMITH AND STZ’UMINUS FIRST NATION 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm The Town of Ladysmith and the Stz’uminus First Nation started

refreshment break/meet the exhibitors: 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

working together in 2005 to build a meaningful relationship. A Community Accord, regular joint-Council meetings and C2C events started this process, however progress on joint initiatives was slow. In 2012, an updated Community Accord was signed that added “implementation actions” to the original Accord, resulting in more accomplishments in 18 months than in the previous seven years. This session will tell that story, including how elected officials and senior staff are working together across the communities to pursue joint initiatives.

in community initiatives (ie. The Google(r) Effect). This session will

thursday, june 12, 2014

use interactive polling technology to showcase a number of tools used in project planning and design, including 3-D visualization,

delegates breakfast: 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

medical marihuana: ongoing impacts of new legislation

CommunityViz, Placespeak, and tablet technology for Asset Management. Examples will be provided from communities around the province, and will be facilitated by Dan Huang, Senior Planner and Principal from Urban Systems Victoria.

7:30 am – 8:15 am

emergency management and recovery: lessons learned from southern alberta

Local governments will be dealing with the impact of the new

DOUGLAS HOLMES, TOWN OF HIGH RIVER

federal laws regulating the research and development, production

8:30 am - 9:45 am

COLIN STEWART AND KATHRYN STUART, STEWART MCDANNOLD STUART

and sale of medical marihuana. They will also have to deal with the “individual” growers who will no longer be permitted.

Summer 2013 wreaked havoc on the lives of Southern Albertans, with massive flooding devastating communities across a 55,000

Learn about the land use planning, business licensing and

square kilometer area, resulting in the evacuation of almost

nuisance impacts to be faced by local government, including

100,000 people and 10,000 homes, and impacting businesses

discussions about how zoning bylaws may be amended, how

and critical infrastructure. No community affected by this

medical marihuana grow operations may be subject to business

disaster was impacted more profoundly than the Town of High

regulation bylaws, the property assessment and property tax

River, with over 70% of the community’s homes, businesses and

implications of these operations, and the use of section 929 of the

facilities affected and a 100% evacuation order.

Local Government Act to withhold building permits and business licences pending changes to local government zoning and business regulation bylaws.

written employment contracts–who needs ‘em?

NAZEER MITHA, HARRIS & COMPANY 7:30 am - 8:15 am Written contracts of employment protect both employers and employees. Properly drafted, they provide needed certainty in the terms and conditions of employment, ensuring that each party knows its rights and its obligations in the relationship. They also help to ensure that any disputes arising are quickly resolved.

As the one year anniversary of this event approaches, the Town’s Director of Renewal Operations will lead a discussion that will explore topics including: how the emergency was managed; the capacity of the community, local government and province to respond; the role that technology played; and the strategies that are being implemented to ensure that future flooding will not have the same devastating effects.

As High River and its neighbours move to long-term restoration and resiliency, how can the lessons of Southern Alberta be used to help local governments sell effective emergency management to their Council? This session discusses these issues and other lessons learned regarding critical emergency management strategies, and which tactics are most effective in today’s world.

In this session, Nazeer Mitha of Harris will discuss the key terms and conditions of a contract of employment, highlighting the importance of compensation and benefits, perquisites, termination and other clauses. He will also discuss the formation of the contract, the negotiation process and those “bottom line” issues that should always be addressed in writing.

visualizing success: using new technology and tools to achieve visible results

refreshment break/meet the exhibitors: 9:45 am - 10:15 am

creating a culture of ethics in local government JERRY BERRY, JERRY BERRY CONSULTANTS ALBERTO DE FEO, DISTRICT OF LAKE COUNTRY 10:15 am - 11:30 am The Senate scandal and Toronto Mayor’s saga highlight increasing

DAN HUANG, URBAN SYSTEMS

concerns about ethical behaviour in government and underscore

7:30 am - 8:15 am

just how important it is for local government managers to adhere

Advances in technology over the past decade have made it possible for communities to better plan, visualize, and implement

to and nurture a culture of ethical behaviour – both for staff and elected officials.

successful projects. More than ever, the public expects local

Few local governments currently incorporate policies and train

government to use these tools to be better informed and engaged

their workforce in appropriate public sector values and behaviours.

There hasn’t been a more important time for a conversation around

the past several months Dennis and Rnold have been searching for

developing and maintaining ethical standards and training. Jerry

civic organizations that have effectively implemented practices to

Berry (Capilano University) and Alberto DeFeo (University of

address this issue, and they will present the results of their

Northern BC) both teach courses in local government ethics. This

research during this session. They will also explore proven short

session will provide their thoughts for discussion on emerging

term and long term strategies to protect your organization from

issues, trends, and potential responses for local government

having to “reinvent the wheel”.

organizations and professionals.

legal update

meetings gone wild

COLIN STEWART, STEWART MCDANNOLD STUART

SANDRA CARTER, VALKYRIE LAW GROUP COLLEEN RHODE, COLLEEN ROHDE CONSULTING

10:15 am - 11:30 am

1:45 pm - 2:45 pm

Colin Stewart will provide a legal update on matters of interest to

How do managers deal with difficult meetings: public hearings

municipalities and regional districts.

gone astray, “no-show” elected officials, difficult personalities,

tourism utopia for small resource communities: is it real? experiences of kaikoura, nz and revelstoke, bc

procedural rules lost in the fray, personal information and loose lips, thrice-over amending resolutions, conflict of interest – “not me!”, and other meeting scenarios? This session will feature discussion on the issue of difficult meetings from both a legal and

TIM PALMER, CITY OF REVELSTOKE SHERYL OULSEN, KAIKOURA DISTRICT COUNCIL, NZ

local government perspective, using real-life scenarios as a way of

10:15 am - 11:30 am

a local government officer: protecting your job and reputation

More and more local governments are entering the realm of economic development, marketing and business promotion. In particular, many smaller communities are attempting to meet fiscal challenges and increased demand for services by moving from rural, resource-based economic drivers to an emphasis on tourism development.

If successful in attracting these tourism opportunities, the community will go through a transition influencing the quality of life of residents. This transition can affect the soul of the community, especially if its economy was predominantly resourcebased. Come hear the experiences of two rural communities in transition and the success factors involved in this change.

Co-presented by the participants in the 2013-14 LGMA / SOLGM Overseas Manager Exchange program.

proposing solution strategies.

DON LIDSTONE, QC AND MAEDGEN GILTROW, LIDSTONE & COMPANY 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm Local government officers can no longer maintain a professional distance from political and personal controversy and liability due to emerging implications of blogs, online newspapers and comments sections, SLAPP suits, FOI requests, remuneration publication, labour strife, new incoming elected officials, corporate leaks, expense account policies and termination laws. This session offers tools for preventing personal crises and being prepared for worst case scenarios.

refreshment break/meet the exhibitors: 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm

trade show: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm LGMA delegates luncheon: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

retaining knowledge in a changing workforce DENNIS HILTON AND RNOLD SMITH, SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS INC. 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm The loss of key players and their knowledge and expertise can have a significant negative impact on your ability to deliver the results your stakeholders require. This is exacerbated by the

keynote speaker

changing demographics of the workforce. The ongoing transfer of

Colonel Chris Hadfield

knowledge is essential for long-term organizational effectiveness,

astronaut

and it can be traumatic for organizations to try and recover from an unexpected loss, never mind the losses that you can predict. For

3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

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personal pension consulting wed, june 11 & thurs, june 12 | by appointment 8:30 am - 4:30 pm One-on-one, 45 minute sessions will be available throughout the

membership for at least the past 3 years. Be sure to bring your

Conference for delegates contemplating retirement in the near

most recent member benefit statement from the Pension

future. Pension specialist Jerry Woytack will provide advice and

Corporation if you are intending to take advantage of this

guidance on the options that may be best for you. This service

service. Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis.

is available on a complimentary basis for current LGMA

Sign up is available in advance by contacting the LGMA office or

members who are at least 50 years old and have held

on site at the Conference registration desk.

education information kiosk wed, june 11 & thurs, june 12 Representatives from several post-secondary educational institutions and the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development will be available in the tradeshow area to provide delegates with information about education and local government certification programs.

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Sponsors’ Corner THE LGMA ACKNOWLEDGES AND WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS OF THE 2014 CONFERENCE:

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conference location & accommodation

getting to vancouver is easy!

The 2014 Conference is being held at the

If you’re arriving by air, you’ll most likely be flying into Vancouver International Airport (YVR),

Westin Bayshore, Vancouver, 1601

located just 15 km from downtown. Car rentals are available at the airport and downtown

Bayshore Drive. Conference rates are

shuttle service is offered by Aeroshuttle (www.aeroshuttleyvr.ca or 1-877-921-9021 for details).

$209 per night plus applicable taxes (rate

Or you can easily access the Canada Line, Vancouver’s rapid transit rail link, which connects YVR

in effect until May 21st).

To make a reservation please call the Reservations Office at 1-800-WESTIN-1 or the hotel directly at 604-682-3377, and

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to downtown Vancouver in 26 minutes. Need more information? Visit www.thecanadaline.com Regular floatplane service is also available to Vancouver’s Coal Harbour, 1 km from the Westin Bayshore. Go to http://vhfc.ca for further information.

reference the LGMA Annual Conference to

By sea

obtain this rate. Further information on

BC Ferries offers service to Tsawwassen, 35 km south of downtown Vancouver off highway 99;

the hotel may be found at

as well as to Horseshoe Bay, located 20 km northwest of downtown off Highway 1. For

www.westinbayshore.com.

schedule and rate information, visit www.bcferries.com.