In-Person Programs
Learn alongside your peers with LGMA's In-Person Programing. Stay up-to-date and on the latest emerging trends and training opportunities while networking with your colleagues.
Connect with peers from across the province in-person and learn techniques and strategies that will help you become a more effective local government leader. Find events such as the CAO Forum, Corporate Officer Forum, as well as other conference and networking events.
To find information about a specific program (i.e. "Administrative Professionals Conference"), try using the search bar below.
First Nations and Local Government Land Use Planning Regional Workshop Understanding and Sharing Land Use Frameworks October 21-23, 2025 En'owkin Centre, SnPink’tn (Penticton), BC Registration is reserved for planners, administrators, and land use managers working in First Nations and local governments in the Interior BC region. Since BC’s adoption of the Declaration Act (DRIPA) in 2019, there have never been better opportunities for collaboration and relationship building between First Nations and local government administrators. With the support of the Fraser Basin Council (FBC), the Local Government Management Association (LGMA) and First Nations Public Service Secretariat (FNPSS) have been jointly developing and delivering a series of land use planning regional workshops – and are now hosting a second regional workshop for the Interior BC region ! Review the workshop brochure and register online by October 7, 2025 . Early Bird registration rate until September 9: $737 + GST Regular registration rate starting September 10: $781 + GST Cancellation Policy : Cancellations and changes are accepted without penalty until October 7. No refunds are provided after this date. In the spirit of collaboration and knowledge-sharing, we strongly encourage planners and administrators interested in this workshop to reach out and invite their First Nations/local government counterparts they work with to attend the workshop together.
Administrative Professionals Conference Finding Common Ground November 5-7, 2025 Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond, BC If you are an Executive Assistant, Office Coordinator, Supervisor, Clerk or Front-line staff working in BC local or First Nations government organizations, this conference has been designed for you. Opportunities to network with peers, discuss important issues of common concern and develop strategies to address them, plus a few wellness activities will be included. Review the program brochure and register online by October 22, 2025. 2025 Program Fees: Early Bird Rate until September 30, 2025: $962.50 + GST Regular Rate starting October 1, 2025: $1,017.50 + GST Hotel Accommodations: LGMA has negotiated a group rooming block of $285 + taxes per night. Book your hotel reservations by October 7, 2025, using the hotel passkey link. $500 Travel Grant: Through financial support from Lidstone & Company Law Corporation, one grant in the amount of $500 is available for eligible local government and First Nation professionals travelling to the Admin Conference. Review the eligibility requirements and submit your application form. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted without penalty before 4:30 p.m. October 22, 2025. Past Events: 2024: October 23-25 in Victoria 2023: October 25-27 in Richmond 2019: April 10-12 in Nanaimo 2018: May 14-15 in Victoria 2017: September 20-22 in Richmond For information about programs before 2017, please contact office@lgma.ca
February 17-19, 2026 Westin Wall Centre, Richmond, BC Registration is limited to CAOs and appointed Deputy CAOs. CAO Forum sessions can be used towards Continuous Professional Learning credits. The CAO Forum is an annual offering for local government Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) to meet with their colleagues and discuss issues of mutual concern in a congenial atmosphere. Hotel Accommodations: Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport: $219 plus taxes per night. Pre and post dates are also included with this rate. Reservations must be made by January 26, 2026. Book your hotel room via the hotel reservation passkey link. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted without penalty before 4:30 p.m. on February 6, 2026. No refunds provided after this date but registration can be transferred to another colleague. NEW $500 Travel Grant: Through financial support from Lidstone & Company Law Corporation, one grant in the amount of $500 is available for eligible local government professionals travelling to the 2026 CAO Forum. Review the eligibility requirements and submission form. LGMA gratefully acknowledges the financial support of this program from:
2025 CAO Dinner Sunday, September 21, 2025 Craft Beer Market, 450 Swift Street, Victoria, BC Register online before September 8, 2025. The LGMA will hold a CAO Dinner as a chance to connect with colleagues during UBCM week in Victoria, BC. The LGMA is proud to carry forward and facilitate a space for peer-learning that was originally championed by CAOs within the sector. Hosted by LGMA President and long-standing member, Ron Poole. CAOs and Deputy CAOs are invited to attend with partners and spouses. This is a networking dinner from 6 - 9 PM. Cost: $99 + GST/ member rate, or $115.50+ GST/ non-member Spousal tickets: $99 + GST
Corporate Officer Forum Taking Care of Business October 1-3, 2025 Penticton Lakeside Resort, Penticton, BC Please note: Registration is now at capacity with a waitlist being taken. Attendance is reserved for Corporate Officers and Deputy Corporate Officers only. Since 2006, this educational offering has focused on emerging trends and legal and legislative changes of relevance to BC local government Corporate Officers. If you’re a Corporate Officer, you know what it means to juggle legislation, leadership, and logistics—often all at once. That’s why this year’s Corporate Officers Forum, themed “Taking Care of Business,” is built around helping you navigate the demands of your role with clarity, confidence, and connection. Review the program brochure and register online before September 17, 2025 Early Bird registration rates until August 15, 2025 member rate: $841.50 + GST / non-member rate: $979 + GST Regular registration rates starting August 16, 2025 member rate: $951.50 + GST / non-member rate: $1,034 + GST Register separately for the Pre-forum workshop : 2026 General Local Election Please note, due to high demand, attendance for the pre-forum workshop is only for Corporate Officers and Deputy Corporate Officers. Upcoming elections training workshops for general positions will be offered in the Spring 2026. $220 LGMA Member, $247.50 Non-Member Hotel Accommodations: ROOM BLOCK SOLD OUT Lakeside Resort hotel group rates range depending on room: $178- $275 + GST. These rates are based on a first-come, first served basis and upon availability. Reservations must be made by September 1, 2025 Book your hotel room via the hotel reservation passkey link. Submit your session topics for the Taking Care of Business Knowledge Café session, Legal update and Ministry update in advance of the forum. For more information, contact Liz Cornwell, Advisor, Corporate Officer Advisory Committee at lcornwell@lgma.ca Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted without penalty before 4:30 p.m. on September 17, 2025. No refunds provided after this date but registration can be transferred to Deputy Corporate Officer. NEW $500 Travel Grant: Through financial support from Lidstone & Company Law Corporation, one grant in the amount of $500 is available for eligible local government and First Nation professionals travelling to the forum. Review the eligibility requirements and submit your application.
