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Content Relevant to Energize Delegates Parks Stream Sessions

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8:30- 10:30 am Ifpra World Executive Meeting

10:30- 12:30 pm Ifpra Commissioners Workshop

12:30- 1:30 pm Lunch

1:30- 3:30 pm

Ifpra Europe Commission Meeting & Asia-Pacific Commission Meeting

ARPA Board of Directors Meeting3:30- 5:30 pm Ifpra World Commissions Meeting

6:30- 8:30 pm

Ifpra Commissioner and ARPA Board of Directors DinnerFairview Dining Room

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The Benefits of Parks and Open SpacesAnders Busse Nielsen (SWE) & Chris Lemieux

Where Do You Think You’re Going? A Workshop on Active TransportationRobert Voigt

Explorations in Recreation Foresight and InnovationRuben Nelson, Ken Balmer, Chris Szabo & Kim Sanderson

Let’s Get Dirty! Bringing Back Nature Play: A Conservation CaféElizabeth Halpenny, Nancy Spencer-Cavaliere, Bethan Kingsley, Mary Ann Rintoul, Allison Pratley & Lisa Tink

Corporate Sponsorship and Naming Rights as a Funding SolutionJudy Haber

1:00- 4:00 pm

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Ifpra Certification, Competencies and the Ifpra Academy Christy Boylan (IRL), Stephen A. Wolter (USA) & Austin Hochstetler (USA)

Exploring the Health Values of ParksPaul Allison

Growing Green: A Conservation Design WorkshopChris Manderson & Scott Lockwood

Natural Playgrounds: A Hands-On Workshop on how to Justify, Design, Build, Maintain, and ComplyAdam Bienenstock & Robert Voigt

National Recreation Agenda: Two Years After the SummitBrian Johnston

PLAY Tools: Physical Literacy Assessment for Youth WorkshopAshley Fox

5:00- 6:00 pm Cocktail Reception

6:00- 8:00 pm

Opening Ceremonies Banquet Ifpra World President Installation

Keynote Address - Adam Bienenstock & Robert Voigt - Urban Nature

8:00- 11:00 pm Social - Celebration of Alberta

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Recreation as Right not Privilege: Impact on Poverty /Social PolicyJoseph Levy & David Legg

Making a 350 Year Old Urban Park Relevant Through Diverse Events & Activities/ Making Costs VisibleMargaret Gormley (IRL) / Anna Steidle (DEU)

The Active Alberta Policy: Implementation at the Local LevelDamien Traverse & Lisa Tink

Nature-based Tourism in the Beaver HillsPaul Radchenko

The Business of Recreation: Building Alternate RevenuesMark Edwards

Connecting Children to Nature: Easier Said Than Done?!Kim Sanderson

Effective Leadership for Changing TimesJoe Grainger

9:30- 10:00 am Transition Break

10:00 - 11:00 am

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Foresight and Innovation in Recreation and ParksRuben Nelson, Kim Sanderson & Chris Szabo

Legacy, Resilience and the Future in ParksNeil McCarthy (AUS)

Reviving Children’s Active Free PlayNicholas Holt/ University of Alberta Grad Students

Global Trends in Urban Park Development / A Partnership-Based Manage-ment System at a Satoyama Park in TokyoYoritaka Tashiro & Mari Yajima (JPN)

New Horizons: Learning Together for the Future of Recreation and Parks in AlbertaBill Wells, Lara Fenton & Craig Cameron

i-leisure: How Consumer Leisure is Changing the Role of Public Recreation and ParksJoe Pavelka

Rebuilding after a Natural Disaster Toru Minegishi (JPN)/Derek Roozen (NZL)

11:00- 11:30 am Refreshment Break

11:30- 12:30 pm

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Rouge National Urban Park: Greater Toronto Area (GTA)Pam Veinotte

Matching Governance to OutcomesMr Denis Pointin (AUS)

Convenient Living Is Killing Us: Yet There Is HopeSue Scott; Dr. Dwayne Sheehan & Nadine Van Wyk

Another Way? The UK Park Trust Model / Personal Dreams for the Public GoodJames McCulloch (UK) /Manda Wilde

Saving Your Community Co-operatively:Unleashing Local Capital Dan Ohler

Aboriginal Youth Development and Physical ActivityAudrey R. Giles

Collaborative Planning and Action for Community Sport and Recreation DevelopmentPanel

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Playgrounds from Scratch / Community Gardens in Basel, SwitzerlandEmanuel Trueb (CHE)

PARKS: Sharing Together / Learning Together / International Communication + International Solutions = Local SuccessChristopher Rutherford (NZL)/ Todd Reichardt & Pekka Engblom (FIN)

Recreation and Health: Partners for WellbeingDr. Trevor Hancock

How to organize Volunteer Work in Recreation and ParksElina Nummi & Riitta Partanen (FIN)

Public Recreation: Engaging the Community Through Mobile Programming / Enjoy Your Park in a New Way: be Mobile!Deb Maxwell & Jodi DiCastri / Ms. Sari Suomalainen (FIN)

The Power of Coalitions: Positive Outcomes for Alberta Children through Community DevelopmentDianna Souveny & Laurie Lafortune

30 years of Sport Tourism in Canada: What Have We Learned?Bob Yates

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Activity & Poster SessionsHikes / Student Poster Session / Traditional Games Workshop

6:30- 10:30 pm Trade Show Dinner and Social

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Urban Green Structure as a Means of promoting Public Health and Wellbeing / How Parks and Recreation Spaces Contribute to HealthTorgeir Esig Soerensen (NOR)/ David Aldous (AUS)

Calgary’s Environmental & Educational Strategic Plan / Reshaping a City and a Parks System with BiodiversityKym McCulley & Joe Pavelka / Chris Manderson & Steven Snell

Finding Solutions for Making Recreation Accessible for More AlbertansBethan Kingsley & Allison Pratley

The Canadian Index of Wellbeing and the Contribution of the Leisure and Culture Domain to the Quality of LifeBryan Smale

Working Together: A Review of Successful Joint Use AgreementsPanel

Conservation Ethic and Experiential Education: A Walk in the Park! / Duke of Edinburgh AwardsJames Bartram & Dave Rodney

Exploring New Horizons in Community Recreation Infrastructure and ProgrammingAUMA Panel

Speed Dating with StudentsPanel

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Ifpra Regional General AssembliesIfpra World Assembly

ARPA Annual General Meeting

12:00- 1:30 pm Luncheon - ARPA Volunteer Recognition Awards

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A Natural Relationship Brian Keating

Hosting Winter Festivals: The Ice on Whyte Experience Sheila Campbell & Wanda Bornn

Cross Cultural LearningMount Royal University Faculty & Students

Off Leash ManagementPanel

In Pursuit of an Alberta After School Recreation AgendaDamien Traverse & Lisa Tink

The FCM Report Card and the Importance of Asset Management for Recreation and ParksAdam Thompson & Todd Reichardt

Encouraging Diversity in Your Community: Learnings from the ACE ‘Diversity Friendly’ CommunitiesBarb Pedersen & Janet Naclia

2:45- 3:15 pm Refreshment Break

3:15- 4:30 pm Closing Keynote - Tonya Surman - The Collaborative Economy

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Ifpra Banquet and ARPA Presidents Awards Banquet/Social - Celebrating Together

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arpa president’s invitationThe 2013 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) Conference and Energize Workshop returns once again to the elegant Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise nestled alongside the stunning waters of Lake Louise. This year we are celebrating the addition of the International Federation of Park and Recreation Administration (Ifpra) to our conference, and we welcome our international guests with excitement! Themed “New Horizons – Learning Together,” the Conference sets the stage for a truly unique opportunity to come together for three days of learning, energizing and networking as a global community.

Being nestled in an unspoiled wilderness, I guarantee that your creativity will pour at the 2013 Ifpra World Congress/ARPA Conference and Energize Workshop. Our Organizing Committee has produced a program with the very best in terms of mix and depth of topics, and will create an exciting learning environment for personal and professional growth in our industry.

With 600 delegates, some from around the world in attendance, this is a perfect opportunity for professionals, practitioners, leaders, students, volunteers, and decision makers in the recreation and parks industry with varying perspectives to come together to discuss their work, ideas, beliefs, and attitudes in an area of open dialogue. We challenge our delegates and speakers to embrace the importance of partnering across boundaries and silos as never before to tackle the complex issues that are involved in making healthier, more liveable societies.

On behalf of the ARPA Board of Directors and Staff, I welcome all delegates to the Conference and trust that you will find this to be thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Dan Pagely ARPA President

message from the Honourable Dr. richard Starke minister of tourism, parks and recreationOn behalf of the government of Alberta, I am very pleased to invite you to the 2013 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association Conference and Energize Workshop in beautiful Lake Louise, October 24 to 26, 2013.

This year’s theme, New Horizons – Learning Together, a theme that sets the stage for recreation and parks to be a key author in writing the story of Alberta’s future.

The ARPA Conference will run in conjunction with the International Federation of Parks and Recreation Administration Congress. This is the first time the International Federation of Parks and Recreation Administration Congress has occurred in Canada and we’re excited to exchange ideas with our international guests.

Bringing together the province’s best and brightest from the parks and recreation field is an opportunity to find solutions and break down barriers that will benefit individual and community wellbeing. Your contributions will be invaluable as we work to further enhance the quality of life for all Albertans.

Thank you to the organizers and volunteers for your tremendous efforts in coordinating this conference.

All the best for a successful conference!

Richard Starke Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation

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New Horizons-Learning togetherThe 2013 APRA Conference marks a very exciting time for recreation and parks in Alberta. For the first time ever, the Alberta Recreation and Parks Association is teaming up with the International Federation of Park and Recreation Administration for what is bound to be an incredible educational event. Delegates from Alberta and over 14 countries all around the world are gathering to learn and share knowledge on an international level.

These delegates will be mix of rural and urban professionals, volunteers, students and elected officials who will work together to shape a new future for recreation and parks. The international diversity of our delegates will offer many different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds for a truly unique exchange of ideas and knowledge.

This year’s theme sets the stage for us all to explore new opportunities big or small together, and to see ourselves as members of a global community. It reminds us that there is much to be gained through working together and collaborating with one another to achieve common goals, especially in times of uncertainty. By embarking on this journey together, ARPA and Ifpra will take strides towards creating healthier, more liveable societies, a desired outcome that we all share.

Energize WorkshopThe Energize Workshop provides a forum for everyone from local community volunteers to elected officials to exchange ideas and knowledge related to recreation development and its contribution to healthy communities. This year is the 19th year of partnership between the ARPA Conference and the Energize Workshop. Together, the Energize Workshop and ARPA Conference focuses on a program that combines learning from our history with creating the recreation and parks opportunities that we want for our communities in the future. The program looks at the possibilities and new ideas that can be brought to communities.

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prE-CoNFErENCEAM WORKShOPSThURSDAy OCTOBER 24, 2013 9:00AM-NOON

pC1- the Benefits of parks and open Spaces Session speakers: Anders Busse Nielsen (SWE) & Chris Lemieux There is general agreement, at least within the green space sector, that urban parks are essential for liveable and sustainable cities and towns. But how much do we really know about these benefits? Ifpra recently assigned a review study to systematically document the strength of evidence for the range of benefits of urban parks. In the presentation, Dr. Anders Busse Nielsen, one of the authors of the report, will outline the findings and discuss how they can be used to promote evidence-based decision making and encourage researchers to look for new evidence. Chris Lemieux, a Canadian researcher from the University of Waterloo, will also report on the results of a study that examined the perceived health and well-being motives and benefits associated with visitation to two protected areas in Alberta.

pC2- Where Do You think You’re going? a Workshop on active transportationSession speaker: Robert VoigtThis will be an entertaining presentation and charrette-form workshop focused on active transportation. Participants will learn about the various connections between healthy community design, placemaking, asset based community development and active transportation planning. Participants will be lead through an intense “real world” design exercise that brings their skills and workshop information together in a creative and enlightening format. People will leave the session with new insights, tools, energy, and commitment to improving active transportation in their communities.

pC3- Explorations in recreation Foresight and innovationSession speakers: Ruben Nelson, Ken Balmer, Kim Sanderson & Chris SzaboThe importance of effective recreation services is well understood in the context of the social, health, environmental and economic benefits that can be delivered when we get it right. The majority of topics explored at the 2011 National Recreation Summit were designed to shift the field towards increasing outcome relevancy’ – while clearly showing that the current centre of gravity for the field is not ‘leaning into the future’ to the degree required.

Recreation has long held a place for ‘Futures’ thinking beginning with the publishing of the Elora Prescription in 1978. Join us as we build on those foundations and together, explore how a new generation of collaborative foresight and innovation can be unleashed within a proposed recreation ‘future’s lab.’

pC4 - Let’s get Dirty! Bringing Back Nature play: a Conversation CaféSession speakers: Elizabeth halpenny, Nancy Spencer-Cavaliere, Bethan Kingsley, Mary Ann Rintoul, Allison Pratley & Lisa TinkDespite the growing consensus that children today have fewer opportunities for unstructured free play and forming connections with nature than previous generations, we have provided little in the way of collaborative strategies and solutions to address this issue. Focused on the need to reintegrate play into children’s lives, a partnership led by the University of Alberta and the Alberta Recreation and Parks Association was formed to examine and develop practical resources related to nature-based play. Join us as we share our findings and explore the perspectives of practitioners about nature-based play across Alberta.

pC5 - Corporate Sponsorship and Naming rights as a Funding SolutionSession speaker: Judy haberIn this highly interactive session, Judy Haber will use case studies to examine the steps required to identify and value the assets that your organization may want to consider using to attract corporate support. Following that discussion, the workshop will then review specific sales strategies and sales documents that have been used to successfully secure both Naming Rights and Corporate Sponsorships. Haber will share the process that she goes through in identifying ideal Corporate Sponsors and Naming Rights partners. Finally, Haber will then lead you through the actual sales process. She will identify what research is required before you make the call, what has to be said on the call in order to get the meeting and finally what is required to close the deal.

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prE-CoNFErENCEPM WORKShOPSThURSDAy OCTOBER 24, 2013 1:00PM-4:00PM

pC6- ifpra Certification, Competencies and the ifpra academySession speakers: Christy Boylan (IRL), Stephen A. Wolter (USA) & Austin hochstetler (USA)This will be a two-hour information session in which the presenters will discuss the Ifpra Academy, Certified Park Professional Requirements, and the Certified International Park Professional Requirements. The session will present the competencies and research that validated them, and confirm the other aspects of the Ifpra Academy.

pC7- Exploring the Health value of parksSession speaker: Paul AllisonDo people really need parks and gardens? If so, why? Through answering a series of questions, the workshop participants engage with their colleagues to dig deep into the physical, mental and spiritual values of the landscape. The results of the discussions will be prioritized and assessed as to their use in promoting the importance of parks with the general public. The information produced through the workshop will provide a living document to be shared, and participants will leave the workshop refreshed with a new sense of purpose and vision of their work.

pC8- growing green - a Conservation Design WorkshopSession speakers: Chris Manderson & Scott LockwoodConservation Design is an approach to development that seeks to protect environmentally significant lands while still achieving urban density. In this workshop, we will look at innovative ways to do conservation design planning in Alberta. An evaluation of existing tools and laws will be presented, along with some innovative new approaches to integrating environmental conservation into new and redeveloping communities. Environmental planning, subdivision development, and planning for biodiversity will be discussed.

pC9- Natural playgrounds - a Hands-on Workshop on how to Justify, Design, Build, maintain, and ComplySession speakers: Adam Bienenstock & Robert VoigtParticipants will create scaled sand models of natural playgrounds using 5 basic elements: changing topography, creating pathways, adding boulders, logs, and large trees. This facilitated modelling exercise will illustrate how to interpret CAN/CSA Z614-07 (and 14), CPTED, ADA, Municipal and Provincial Building Codes, and standard maintenance protocols in a municipal context for natural playgrounds.Examples of natural playgrounds from around the world and stories from the ridiculous to the sublime will run throughout the session.

“You should come out of this session with the ammunition, ability, and desire to create your own natural playground, or at least the knowledge to professionally manage or critique the next natural playground design and installation in your jurisdiction.”

pC10- National recreation agenda – two Years after the SummitSession speaker: Brian JohnstonThis October will mark two years almost to the date that the National Recreation Summit took place in Lake Louise. The 2011 event was always envisioned as the start of a discussion and process to develop a National Recreation Agenda. This workshop will provide an update on the progress made over the past two years and will continue to solicit input from participants into the evolving Agenda.

pC11- pLaY tools - physical Literacy assessment for Youth WorkshopSession speaker: Ashley FoxThe journey of developing Physical Literacy starts as an infant and continues into adulthood. This workshop discusses the ever growing importance of integrating fundamental movement skills in recreation programs in order to enhance the development of physical literacy in children and youth. Recreation professionals will be provided with the following physical literacy tools and resources to use during the planning and delivery of comprehensive activity programs: Be Fit For Life My Skills & PLAY - Physical Literacy Assessment for Youth Tools created by Dr. Dean Kriellaars.

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adam Bienenstock & robert voigtThursday, October 24th, 2013 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Urban NatureAdam Bienenstock and Robert Voigt will inform and inspire participants with an entertaining presentation about bringing together nature and our built environments in ways that are meaningful, inspiring, and go beyond health and community well-being. Adam and Rob will use project examples, stories, and videos to describe their innovative work to drive the evolution of how we build and design our neighbourhoods, towns and cities. Participants will learn about natural playscapes; healthy community design; connecting people and place; citizen-building and engagement; and, pop-up urban acupuncture. They will also hear about how they can influence meaningful change in their own communities.

Adam Bienenstock is an award winning consultant on design, construction, policy, risk and regulatory process for connecting children to nature in our cities. His partners and clients include Parks Canada, ParticipACTION, Right to Play, CBC, The Canadian Wildlife Federation, the US Army, US Forestry Service, Head Start, World heritage sites, nature centres, zoos, hospitals, childcares, schoolyards and backyards across the US and Canada. He serves as a board director at the Child and Nature Alliance, where he founded Nature Play Day, is a regular collaborator with Richard Louv’s US based Children and Nature Network, sits on the Ministers Round Table for Parks Canada, and teaches as part of the CPSA (Certified Playground Safety Academy).

Planner, artist, and blogger, Robert Voigt is recognized for his leadership and creativity in citizen engagement; healthy community design; and, active transportation. He is an engaging speaker and brings a design thinking approach of storytelling, visual thinking, and experimentation to his work. He is the Chair of the Ontario Professional Planners Institute Community Design Working Group; Contributing Editor for the Ontario Planning Journal; member OPPI Planning Issues Strategy Group; writer for Urban Times; and member of the Municipal Urban Designers Roundtable.

tonya Surman Saturday, October 26th, 2013 3:15 PM-4:30 PM The Collaborative Economy ‘Bigger is better’ thinking is falling away and the fundamentals of capitalism are being shaken. What kind of economy is going to replace capitalism as we currently know it? Having worked with hundreds of social start-ups, Tonya Surman shares an insider’s view on the emerging collaborative economy, where it is going, and how your organization can participate and benefit. Surman shares concrete insights into collaborative consumption, open governance, scale and ultimately, why working together is the business model of the future.

Tonya Surman is upending our notions of work, innovation, and community by shaping them into a new model of social entrepreneurism. Having worked with dozens of social start-ups, Surman speaks about the emerging economy, and how creative business models and collaborative strategies are engaging all types of stakeholders, and making the world a better place.

Tonya Surman is co-founder of the Centre for Social Innovation—the celebrated Toronto workspace that houses nearly 350 disparate but like-minded non-profits and social enterprises. Tonya Surman was recently named a Global Ashoka Fellow, which is considered by many people to be a Nobel Prize for social entrepreneurs. For five years, through the bust and boom, she ran a dot com social enterprise. Currently, she co-chair’s the Ontario Nonprofit Network, and is a founding trustee of the Awesome Foundation Toronto. Previously, Surman was the founding Partnership Director for the Canadian Partnership for Children’s Health and Environment, whose work helped lead to substantial legislation that banned chemicals and BPAs in baby bottles.

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SESSioN aFRIDAy, OCTOBER 25, 20138:30 - 9:30AM

a1- recreation as a right not privilege- impact on poverty/Social policySpeaker: Joseph LevyThere is now overwhelming scientific evidence that Recreation and Leisure services play a critical role in preventing and also improving a wide variety of physical, mental and social problems. As the scientific links between public health and the delivery of recreation and leisure services are documented, public recreation and leisure services are becoming a more integral part of the healthcare system of Canada. This presentation will share with the audience some suggestions for beginning the process of local, provincial and national dialogue with the goal of establishing a national public recreation and leisure services model based on established Canadian Public Health principles and practices.

a2- making a 350 Year old Urban park relevant through Diverse Events & activities - a phoenix park Case StudySpeaker: Margaret Gormley (IRL)The Phoenix Park in Dublin, Ireland (1752 acres) is a historic landscape of international importance and one of the largest designed landscapes in any European city. It was originally established as a Royal Deer Park by King Charles II in 1662 and opened to the public by the Earl of Chesterfield in 1747. This presentation will explore the implementation and interpretation of The Phoenix Park Conservation Management Plan (2011) and focus on the year-long 350th Anniversary’ celebrations of 2012 that over 12 million visitors enjoyed.

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making Costs visibleSpeaker: Anna Steidle (DEU)Sustainable quality of an urban park is dependant on getting the necessary funds. But what is to be done when the park department is responsible not only for one park, but for 2000 green areas in a big city? In this session, Anna Steidle will discuss the best ways to present the allocation of resources for maintenance of those areas, how park departments can make the costs visible to politicians, and simple ways park departments can showcase the green team in a city in relation to the money it needs.

a3- the active alberta policy- implementation at the Local LevelSpeakers: Damien Traverse & Lisa Tink The Active Alberta Policy is a ten year plan intended to guide the Government of Alberta and vested stakeholders as they design programs, deliver services and make investments related to sport, recreation and active living. Built upon six foundational outcomes, the policy guides priorities and begins to clarify roles based on common outcomes for the sector.

In order for us to maximize the effectiveness and achieve the vision of Active Alberta it will require collaboration and commitment from all stakeholders. Therefore, this session will highlight the mechanisms that have been developed to support the implementation at various levels. Through facilitated conversation about cross-sectoral alignment, delegates will identify and share how they fit within the integrated delivery system and learn how the policy can be used to champion initiatives at the local level.

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a4- Nature-based tourism in the Beaver HillsSpeaker: Paul RadchenkoThe Beaver Hills Initiative (BHI) is leading the implementation of a recently completed tourism development opportunity assessment specifically focused on the development of nature-based tourism opportunities identified. The presentation provides a vision for sustainable tourism development and sets the stage for the ongoing protection and management of a unique region under consideration as an International Biosphere Reserve. Participants will leave with an understanding of the extensive land-use planning processes that were undertaken in identification of potential nature-based tourism product development.

a5- the Business of recreation: Building alternate revenuesSpeaker: Mark EdwardsThis session will focus on marketing, sponsorship, advertising, leasing and revenues sources that can be sought to support facilities or communities. The emphasis will be to share some different ideas and ways of generating alternate revenue for recreation departments/facilities as well as ways to strategically approach sponsorship and business. Additionally, in today’s world of information, this session would share some ways to use the information available to measure your results and plan better in the future.

a6- Connecting Children to Nature - Easier Said than Done?!Speaker: Kim SandersonMuch has been written about children’s disconnect to nature and the implications for the child, society and the environment moving forward. Designed natural learning (and play) sites on school grounds and community parks is one of the solutions currently in vogue. This session will explore key dimensions that need to be vetted if expected environmental literacies are to be achieved through this type of initiative. The discussion will include a look at more suitable, contemporary developmental approaches, program options, design and design ideas, policy, and operations.

a7- Effective Leadership for Changing timesSpeaker: Joseph GraingerThis hands-on and interactive program will explore practical strategies, techniques and tips to position attendees to effectively lead in their specific work environment. At the end of the session attendees will have started a personalized leadership plan.

SESSioN aFRIDAy, OCTOBER 25, 20138:30 - 9:30AM

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SESSioN BFRIDAy, OCTOBER 25, 2013 10:00 - 11:00AM

B1- Foresight and innovation in recreation and parksSpeakers: Ruben Nelson, Kim Sanderson & Chris SzaboOn the last day of the 2011 National Recreation Summit, a small group of individuals gathered around the important topic of Recreation Foresight and Innovation. This group has continued meeting since the Summit. As part of their deliberations, they have come up with the concept of a Recreation Foresight and Innovations Lab. Join us for an introduction to the ‘futures lab’ and a discussion on its potentials for supporting vital, forward thinking advancements in the field.

B2- Legacy, resilience and the Future in parks Speaker: Neil McCarthy (AUS)Once “parks” and their creators were revered, but who are the “Capability” Brown’s or the Olmsted of the last 100 years or even of our generation? The urban parks that we reverie as professionals and which the communities cherish—Central Park, Kew Gardens, Hampton Palace, Blenheim Palace—have formed the foundation of our industry. However, design and its legacy are rarely discussed in our industry. This presentation explores the importance of legacy and vision as well as the new and emerging concepts of resilience, and embedded activation. The presentation will outline the role the World Urban Parks Initiative will play in this.

B3- reviving Children’s active Free playSpeakers: Nicholas holt & University of Alberta Grad StudentsThe purpose of this presentation will be to examine issues relating to children’s active free play research. We have conducted a review of literature and will be presenting the main findings from research that address the question: How can we revive children’s active free play? Factors influencing play, such as safety, access to resources, urban design, peers, and active transportation will be examined. Strategies for reviving active free play will be presented, with a specific focus on the notion of increasing “eyes on the playground,” and providing a sense of supervision, which addresses perceived safety concerns that limit play.

B4- global trends in Urban park DevelopmentSpeaker: yoritaka Tashiro (JPN)Urban parks have more than 150 years of history, and have been developed in various styles in the world. This session targets that the development process of urban parks will be followed by the “Park Dynamism Theory” originated by the presenter, Dr. Tashiro. He will show the world trend of urban parks in the US, Europe and Asia, and raise exciting advices in each region or district of the world’s development process of urban parks backed with economic and social standards.

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a partnership-Based management System at a Satoyama park in tokyo—the role and Necessity of the park CoordinatorSpeakers: Mari yajima & yoritaka Tashiro (JPN) The satoyama of Japan is an environment, formerly common, managed by local people for sustainability of the fruits of nature. Fields and cultivated woodlands were utilized so as to support a flourishing natural environment with habitats for diverse lifeforms. In Noyamakita Rokudoyama Park, the largest satoyama environment in the Tokyo metropolitan park system, an intermediary NPO has established a system for satoyama revitalization through partnerships among local residents, businesses, and governments with substantial results. Here, we describe this management system and the role of the park coordinator.

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SESSioN BFRIDAy, OCTOBER 25, 2013 10:00 - 11:00AM

B5- New Horizons— Learning together for the Future of recreation and parks in albertaSpeakers: Bill Wells, Lara Fenton & Craig CameronJoin the ARPA team as it reports on some of the emerging research, projects and services being developed to ensure that the recreation and parks sector in our province is not only sustainable, but reaching new heights. Presentations will include updates on research on professional development for the sector and the evolution of the Service Excellence program and aligned services.

B6- i-leisure: How Consumer Leisure is Changing the role of public recreation and parksSpeaker: Joe PavelkaIt’s widely understood in academic circles that leisure’s expression has shifted to a consumer focus in the past fifteen years. This is evident by the obvious proliferation of market-based leisure, recreation and park options in our world. We live in an i-leisure world where identity, leisure pursuits and consumerism have become one and the same. What does this shift mean to our recreation and park infrastructure and delivery systems? In this presentation, Joe Pavelka will draw upon his quarter-century of experience as a practitioner, academic, author and consultant to provide practical insights as to what the i-leisure world means to recreation and park managers.

B7- rebuilding after a Natural DisasterSpeaker: Toru Minegishi (JPN)The Great Earthquake and tsunamis that occurred on March 11th, 2011 caused unprecedented damage to Eastern Japan. This session will outline the “Flower and Green tourism” reconstruction projects that followed, such as “HaNaFu”, short for “Harmony with Nature for the Future” in which narcissus bulbs were planted as a symbol of hope in affected regions. The therapeutic effects of “Flower and Green”, and the economic effects of this movement will be discussed.

&Speaker: Derek Roozen (NZL)Major damaging earthquakes hit Christchurch, New Zealand in 2010 and 2011, and there is still an ongoing risk to life and property from further land collapse and rock fallcoming from public park land on the Port Hills which lie to the south of the city. Parks and roads have been closed, and some owners cannot access their residences. This session will discuss the change in planning for the Port Hills parks as a result of the earthquakes, touching on maintaining recreational access, natural landscape conservation, and recovery with consideration of safety for people within and below the parks.

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C1- rouge National Urban park- greater toronto area (gta)Speaker: Pam VeinotteLocated in the heart of the Greater Toronto Area, Rouge Park is one of North America’s largest urban parks, and is set to expand and become a Canadian first: a national urban park. Building on existing community involvement and Parks Canada’s world-renowned leadership in conservation and visitor experience, a national urban park in the Rouge Valley represents an unparallelled opportunity to engage and connect 20% of the Canadian population to nature. Rouge National Urban Park will protect and present diverse environments- freshwater marshes, rivers, forests, wetlands, rolling hills, valleys, and farm land. Join Pam Veinotte, superintendent of Rouge National Urban Park, as she discusses this unique area within Canada’s largest city.

C2- matching governance to outcomes Speaker: Denis Pointin (AUS)Provision of services by Government can be “directly” provided, outsourced to an external provider or provided jointly. The decision to review current provision will often be based on the need to reduce deficit funding and/or increase the effectiveness of provision. This session looks at the inter-relationships of core service provision with “value-added” services and the strengths and weaknesses of various external provider and “direct” or “partnership” options. The existing ”culture” of the organization, the “culture” of the potential external providers (not-for-profit vs commercial) will be discussed and financial, social, environmental and governance outcomes addressed.

C3- Convenient Living is Killing Us - Yet there is HopeSpeakers: Sue Scott, Dr. Dwayne Sheehan & Nadine Van WykConvenience is a cornerstone of contemporary lifestyles, and it’s killing us. Canada’s recreation sector can and must do more. This session highlights how Calgary’s Cardel Place is using evidence-based, research to: pioneer local solutions to the national challenge of sedentary behaviour and physical inactivity, raise healthier generations, and redefine the work of Canada’s public recreation facilities. Informed by the Raise the Bar research project, Cardel Place is crafting new models for curriculum, facility design and business practices.

C4- another Way? the UK park trust modelSpeaker: James McCulloch (UK)As parks departments continue to face major cuts to their budgets, interest is growing in the park trust model to provide a long term and secure future. Nene Park Trust was the first park trust created in the UK, and was conceived from a strong desire to ensure that the park would be managed long-term by a secure and financially stable organization solely dedicated to this task. James McCulloch will provide an overview of park trusts in the UK, how to establish such a model, and will highlight the work taking place in Nene Park as an example of what can be achieved.

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personal Dreams for the public good - Building Legacies in Conservation and recreation through public institutionsSpeaker: Manda WildeThis session will look at two case studies in using a government body as mechanisms for achieving a personal vision in parks and recreation. Peaceful Valley is an award winning seniors day use facility intended to keep seniors who reside in care facilities active in the outdoors. The second case study will look at the bequests of Mary Louise Imrie and how 3 very different projects are being carried out to fulfill her dreams. The session will focus on the building of the public-private relationship, maintaining a vision beyond the life of the donors, lessons learned and planning for the future.

SESSioN CFRIDAy, OCTOBER 25, 2013 11:30AM - 12:30PM

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SESSioN CFRIDAy, OCTOBER 25, 2013 11:30AM - 12:30PM

C5- Saving Your Community Co-operatively: Unleashing Local CapitalSpeaker: Dan OhlerA century ago, courageous pioneers settled Alberta who had to work together to survive. They decided what was important to them and pooled their resources to build what they needed. Things have changed, yet the potential to work together as a community has been renewed. Unleashing Local Capital provides a framework by supporting local leaders to incorporate and invest locally through an Opportunity Development Co-operative. This session gives you the opportunity to dialogue about an innovative approach to empower community to tap into local capital and put it to work in your community.

C6- aboriginal Youth Development and physical activitySpeaker: Audrey GilesDevelopment through sport and recreation has become a popular tool for addressing a number of social issues with which many Aboriginal youth in Canada struggle. In this session, we discuss findings from SSHRC-funded research that we conducted with programs that attempt to “develop” Aboriginal youth through the use of sport, recreation, and the arts. Issues of Aboriginal self-determination, colonialism, and broader issues pertaining to public policy require further consideration if these programs are to meet their goals. This session will share promising practices from these programs so that stronger programs can be created that will help Aboriginal peoples to meet their self-determined goals.

C7- Collaborative planning and action for Community Sport and recreation DevelopmentSpeakers: Vicki harber & Lea Norris Recreation providers play an integral role in developing physical literacy in children and youth, as well as promoting lifelong physical activity for all Canadians. Under the Canadian Sport for Life (CS4L) framework, recreation works together with sport to harmonize programs and create a more effective system for every citizen in Canada. Presenters in this session will provide an update on the CS4L Movement and share how CS4L can be a tool for community development, based on innovative work being completed in Canadian communities and outlined in recent publications.

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D1- playgrounds from Scratch / Community gardens in Basel, SwitzerlandSpeaker: Emmanuel Trueb (ChE)The City of Basel, Switzerland recently completed the construction of two play areas without a single component from a playground catalogue. In this session your will hear about the major park where they are located, how the City planned these unique structures in compliance with national safe playground standards, and created challenging, safe play opportunities for their children.

In the second half of this session, you will learn about the extensive community garden plots administered by the City of Basel (population of 170,000). The presenter will explore how the staff manage these plots, how large they are and where they are found in the city, and how they might differ from community gardens in North America.

D2- parKS - Sharing together /Learning togetherSpeaker: Christopher Rutherford (NZL)The New Zealand Recreation Association has developed the industry tool for measuring aspects of the parks and recreation industry. In partnership with ARPA, Yardstick Parkcheck is being used to measure and report on their performance across a wide sector of parks activities. The session will share some of the outputs of the project, the benefits of sharing knowledge and information to drive improvement and accountability. Yardstick is intended to drive best practice, assist with justifying current and additional resources, provide key performance indicators and management information to public parks managers. Sharing is caring!

international Communication + international Solutions = Local SuccessSpeakers: Todd Reichardt & Pekka Engblom (FIN)In 2011, Calgary Parks joined Yardstick with a goal of comparing provisional and financial data in Key Performance Indicators in a international forum. Fostering relationships and building a foundation for candid discussions with other park professionals was one of the soft benefits of international benchmarking i.e. Calgary & Helsinki established a working relationship and pursued discussing benchmarks and performance measures but also relevant systemic parks issues. This session will compare and contrast how to solve complex issues by applying very different perspectives, and demonstrate the benefits of problem solving conversations on a global scale.

D3- recreation and Health - partners for WellbeingSpeaker: Dr. Trevor hancockThere has been a growing recognition in recent years of the numerous health benefits of recreation. Recreation is of value as a preventive and rehabilitative tool for health professionals, and recreation services could expand their impact if those benefits were better understood and their services were better used. This would be of mutual benefit to both public health professionals and recreation professionals, and ultimately will result in improved health and wellbeing for the population. In this presentation, Dr. Hancock will explore the many ways in which physical, mental and social wellbeing can be improved through the utilization of the full range of recreation services.

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SESSioN DFRIDAy, OCTOBER 25, 2013 2:00 - 3:30PM

D4- How to organize volunteer Work in recreation and parks Speakers: Elina Nummi & Riitta Partanen (FIN)These presenters from Helsinki will explain and guide participants to organize volunteer work in parks, based on their experience and development work. Since 2005, they have 458 volunteers. They explore how to recruit, guide, inform and thank volunteers. They will also explain how to get the paid staff to understand the importance of volunteers.

D5- public recreation - Engaging the Community through mobile programmingSpeakers: Deb Maxwell & Jody DiCastriThe Town of Cochrane would like to share their success of the Fun on the Run Community Outreach Program. In 2009, as a pilot project, they acquired a decommissioned ambulance that was transformed to become the Fun Van. In its infancy, the Van was a polka-dotted “community cruiser” that showed up at events. It became recognizable as their Team’s vehicle to deliver fun. In this session, their recreation professionals will share a template for the outreach program including a presentation of photos, event modules and examples of how to bring mobile programming to the community.

Enjoy Your park in a New Way - Be mobile!Speaker: Ms. Sari Suomalainen (FIN)In this session, Sari Suomalainen will introduce a new dimensions of parks that have been used in public parks and recreational areas in Finland. There, they have integrated mobile devices into learning processes. Lepaa Virtual Park (in Finland) consists of landscape development issues, historical stories and plant identification. Using the new Junaio mobile application (which they created with a new innovative Swedish/Norwegian adventure learning solution), they can show landscape development on top of the current view with the use of old photos and maps. Interactive parts such as a guestbook and live webcamera, can be included, and content can be in any desired language.

D6- the power of Coalitions: positive outcomes for alberta Children through Community DevelopmentSpeakers: Dianna Souveny & Laurie LafortuneThe Early Child Development Mapping Project (ECMap) is a five year province-wide and community development project funded by Alberta Education and administered through the University of Alberta - Community University Partnership. After fours years of intensive work throughout the province, 100 early childhood development coalitions have been formed. Their primary goal is supporting healthy and positive early childhood development for our youngest citizens through community awareness, engagement, and action. In this presentation, we will explore the characteristics of effective coalitions, how to create sustainability within coalitions, the collective impact of collaborative community actions, and much more.

D7- 30 Years of Sport tourism in Canada—What Have We learned?Speaker: Bob yatesThere is a home for every community in sport tourism. It matters not whether your community has 500,000 population and an immense sport infrastructure; or is like BC’s Logan Lake (population:2,800), there is a niche market that can be developed to bring in needed economic dollars. From his intimate connection with the evolution of Canada’s sport tourism industry, Bob Yates will identify a set of key principles for discovering and leveraging the potential of sport (and other) events, with examples from a wide range of Canadian communities. Workshop participants will also have an opportunity to discover what those principles might mean for their communities, taking back home a set of ideas to apply.

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SESSioN ESATURDAy, OCTOBER 26, 2013 8:30 - 10:00AM

E1- Urban green Structure as a means of promoting public Health and WellbeingSpeaker: Torgeir Esig Soerensen (NOR)The City of Stavanger, Norway’s most densely populated city (130,000 inhabitants), has through the years established a green cobweb throughout the city. Every inhabitant in the city now lives within maximum 500m from a park or a green corridor. The backbones of the park structure consist of green trails linking all parts of the city together. The success has not come easy, comprising hard political discussions over land use plans, compulsory land purchase, and several trials. How could this happen under a conservative political reign? Which aims and values have been central? The session will try and identify the main challenges and success factors, the solutions and the benefits that comes out of the slogan: “Probably the best Urban Green Structure of the World.”

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How parks and recreation Spaces Contribute to HealthSpeaker: David Aldous (AUS)Living green infrastructure, in its various forms of green open space, is a vital indicator of environmental sustainability as well as a source of economic value of a country’s health care services. A multidisciplinary literature search on urban green open space, natural resource management, and park and recreation services was conducted that assessed the body of research that highlights green infrastructure development in Europe, North America and Australasia. Three major themes include: research studies into green infrastructure that contribute to the economic, environmental, social and health enhancement of urban residents; important planning, design and maintenance indicators that emerge from these studies; and the development of a people-plant-people-paradigm.

E2- Calgary’s Environmental & Educational Strategic planSpeakers: Kym McCulley & Joe PavelkaJust as public consultation evolved from the fringe to a central management function in parks operations, environmental stewardship is likely to do the same. The City of Calgary Parks Environmental & Education Ten-Year Strategic Plan intends to purposefully and systematically foster environmental stewardship employing techniques from environmental psychology and community-based social marketing. Participants in this session will learn of the case for action, underlying research, plan components, lessons learned and underlying principles that are applicable to all municipalities. The plan represents a bold and innovative move towards embracing the challenges of the future, today.

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reshaping a City and a parks System with BiodiversitySpeakers: Chris Manderson & Steven SnellThe presentation will be an overview of Calgary’s Biodiversity Strategy, and how it is being used to supplement and support urban planning and advance urban conservation beyond the park.

E3- Finding Solutions for making recreation accessible to more albertansSpeakers: Allison Pratley and Bethan KingsleyRecreation and sports programs provide children and youth with opportunities for physical, social, emotional, and psychological development. However, these opportunities are inaccessible to a large percentage of Alberta’s children and youth. The factors that influence participation are complex, but common barriers that have been reported include cost, transportation, family support, and social and cultural barriers. Although there are many programs that assist with reducing barriers to participation, there is a growing need for a systemic approach. This session will lead participants through an interactive facilitative discussion about accessibility to find solutions for reducing barriers to recreation in communities.

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SESSioN ESATURDAy, OCTOBER 26, 2013 8:30 - 10:00AM

E4- the Canadian index of Wellbeing and the Contribution of the Leisure and Culture Domain to Community Quality of LifeSpeaker: Bryan SmaleThe Canadian Index of Wellbeing (CIW) provides unique insights into the quality of life of Canadians and the communities in which they live both overall and in eight specific domains that matter to wellbeing: our standard of living, the quality of our environment, our health, our education, the way we use our time, the vitality of our communities, our participation in the democratic process, and notably, our leisure and culture. Unlike GDP which only measures economic progress, the CIW is designed to measure and compare wellbeing across a wide spectrum of life domains and for a variety of geographic areas and subgroups within the population. The CIW can assist in the development of social policies that ensure Canadians have equal access to leisure opportunities and experiences that enrich and contribute to their health and wellbeing.

E5- Working together – a review of Successful Joint Use agreements Speaker: Panel of representatives from various Alberta municipalities & school divisionsSuccessful joint-use agreements require a lot of effort, thought, and cooperation to reach agreement on a range of issues. The success of these agreements is heavily reliant on communications, mutual benefits and building trusting and genuine relationships. In this session, several Alberta-based case studies will be explored from both the municipal and school board perspective. Representatives from small, mid-sized and larger-sized communities will discuss their successes with joint use agreements, and the models that have been working well in their communities.

E6- Conservation Ethic and Experiential Education- a Walk in the park!Speakers: James Bartram & Dave Rodney This session explores the underlying theory of Parks Canada’s investment in experiential education and the potent potential at the intersection of experiential education and conservation ethic, for education is at the very core of enduring stewardship. In our rapidly changing world, the challenge of safeguarding, part of what defines us, our nature, our cultural heritage, our protected lands and wild places, will not be achieved by any single parochial protector, however noble. A century ago, conservation was dominated by lines on maps, the 60’s and 70’s it was policy, and the next 25 years will be collaboration, education and youth.

&the Duke of Edinburgh’s awardIn this session, Bartram and Rodney will discuss the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, an award founded in 1956 by His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, to help young people develop a sense of responsibility to themselves and to their communities. The concept of The Award is one of individual challenge which has affected 7 million youth in 130 countries. It offers young people a balanced, non-competitive programme of voluntary activities which encourages personal discovery, growth, self-reliance, perseverance, and responsibility.

E7- Exploring New Horizons in Community recreation infrastructure and programmingSpeakers: Panel of AUMA Members This session will include a panel led by the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) that will discuss trends in municipal recreation infrastructure and programming. The session will have a focus on building partnerships in recreation, sport and wellness within the community context.

E8- Speed Dating with StudentsSpeakers: Panel of Senior Recreation and Parks LeadersStudents will have the opportunity to network with senior leaders in recreation and parks from across the province in a speed-dating format.

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SESSioN FSATURDAy, OCTOBER 26, 2013 1:30 - 2:45PM

F1- a Natural relationshipSpeaker: Brian Keating In this session, Brian will take you on a journey exploring the importance of the natural experience, the effects on health and psychological well-being, and the basic need to stay connected with the very substance that makes us human. Brian will demonstrate the undeniable and interdependent link between nature and humanity. The presentation will both educate and inspire audience members and the agencies they represent to do more to foster positive attitudes where people meaningfully connect with nature and grow through a deeper understanding of its healing and exhilarating effects.

F2- Hosting Winter Festivals- the ice on Whyte ExperienceSpeakers: Sheila Campbell and Wanda BornnThe Ice on Whyte Festival is Edmonton and Alberta’s premier ice carving festival located in historic Old Strathcona. The festival is a celebration of winter, and draws thousands of Edmontonians and tourists to experience the giant ice slide, snow carvings, ice skating, music, and the International Ice Carving Competition. Join Wanda Bornn, Festival Producer and Sheila Campbell from Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation to learn how the Ice on Whyte team plans, manages and produces this award-winning winter festival, and strategies the team is using to grow the festival through tourism.

F3- Cross Cultural LearningSpeakers: Students and Faculty from the Department of Physical Education and Recreation Studies Mount Royal UniversityAre Alberta’s parks and recreation services similar to those in Japan? Do we share use patterns to those of South Korea? Do young families in China share similar value of recreation for their children as we do in Alberta? Alberta’s recreation and parks community has a unique opportunity to internationalize our understanding of our work and gain critical perspective with the inclusion of Ifpra World Congress delegates. Faculty and students from Mount Royal University’s Physical Education and Recreation Department will facilitate a cross-cultural knowledge exchange among delegates. Key areas of investigation include a comparison of practices, issues, resources, trends and best practices. This session will culminate in an exchange that is sure to change the way you view your situation here in Alberta.

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SESSioN FSATURDAy, OCTOBER 26, 2013 1:30 - 2:45PM

F4- off Leash managementSpeaker: The City of Calgary Parks and Animal & Bylaw Services PanelThe City of Calgary has developed a Council approved Off-Leash Area Management Plan (OLAMP) that outlines procedures for establishing, managing and operating off-leash areas. A panel discussion with representatives from The City of Calgary Parks and Animal & Bylaw Services will discuss how the city works internally and collaborates with citizens and community associations to manage off-leash issues in Calgary. They will share the outcomes of the plan and would like to hear from others on what works, what hasn’t, and how we can globally continue to find solutions to balancing the increased demands on staff, land and residents with multiple needs of existing resources.

F5- in pursuit of an alberta after School recreation agendaSpeakers: Lisa Tink & Damien Traverse Developing an integrated and sustainable system of high quality after school programs, that meets the needs of Albertans, is an evolving process. An Alberta After School Recreation Agenda will require the many different partners involved to be willing to work towards common outcomes and respond to emerging policy and practices. Alberta Tourism, Recreation and Parks is taking a leadership position coordinating cross-ministry provincial involvement and working to mobilize strong community partners and engage various local recreation providers and facilities. Join staff from ATPR to discuss the power and possibilities of a coordinated Alberta After School Recreation Agenda and identify collaborative actions, opportunities and other issues critical to system development.

F6- FCm report Card and the importance of asset management for recreation and parks Speaker: Representative from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities & Todd ReichardtThe Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) will provide an overview of the Canadian Infrastructure Report Card and will answer questions such as what it is, why it is important, how you can support the project. The Report Card currently includes drinking water, wastewater collection and treatment, storm water management and municipal roads, and is looking to include recreation and parks infrastructure in the near future. The second half of this session will review the importance of asset management for municipal recreation and parks infrastructure.

F7- Encouraging Diversity in Your Community: Learnings from the aCE ‘Diversity Friendly’ CommunitiesSpeakers: Barb Pedersen & Janet NacliaWhat does it take for a community to become more ‘diversity friendly’? How can all of us - from grassroots volunteers to government leaders - create situations where all citizens can participate in the social, cultural, political, and economic life of their communities without discrimination? This session will share the learnings of the ACE Diversity Friendly Communities (DFC) initiative. Its goal: to increase community capacity, using recreation, parks, arts, culture, and heritage as a catalyst to foster equality, reduce discrimination and racism, and remove organizational barriers that exclude some Albertans. Hear stories from four ACE DFC and participate and explore your community`s potential for becoming more diversity friendly.

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SpEaKEr BioS

David AldousAdjunct Associate Professor David Aldous is a research horticulturist with the University of Queensland, Australia and holds a Honorary Professorship with the University of South Africa, since retiring from the University of Melbourne in 2008. His background includes research, teaching and extension interests in environmental horticulture.

Paul AllisonPaul is originally from Cornwall, England and is said to have the hands of a gardener, the mind of a scientist and the vision of an artist, all firmly rooted in the heart of a naturalist. He enjoys teaching and sharing his passion for the value of parks.

Ken BalmerKen has a PhD in planning and has consciously balanced a consulting career with ventures into the real world of management responsibility. He was Manager for the City of Calgary in the areas of corporate planning/development, recreation operations and management services, and Manager of the Research and Policy Section for the federal Ministry of State for Urban Affairs.

James BartramJames Bartram spent much of his youth exploring the outdoors as an enthusiastic Boy Scout then Outward Bound Instructor (at Aberdovey). He has taught high school in the UK, New Zealand and Canada and now lives in the heart and Jasper National Park.

Wanda BornnWanda Borrn is the Festival Producer of Ice on Whyte in Edmonton since its inception in 2003.

Sheila CampbellSheila Campbell is the Tourism Development Officer for Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation. Sheila manages the Festivals and Events Tourism Growth Program, and holds an MA from the University of Alberta in the area of tourism studies.

Mark EdwardsEdwards has 20 years of retail experience and 3 years with Servus Credit union Place in St Albert, Alberta. He has implemented a successful sponsorship program and has a number of leaseholders as well as a city-owned Starbucks store.

Pekka EngblomAfter working a few years in the private sector, Pekka Engblom started at the Helsinki City Public Works Department in1986. In the late 80’s, Pekka took some time for studies and qualified first as a gardener (1989) and then horticulturist in the early 90’s. For the last six years, Pekka has been managing the park maintenance of Southern and Western Helsinki, Finland.

Audrey GilesAudrey R. Giles is an Associate Professor in the School of Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa. She conducts her research with Aboriginal communities and organizations in the Canadian Provincial and Territorial North.

Margaret GormleyHaving graduated with an honours degree in Landscape Horticulture from University College Dublin, Margaret has spent her career managing and advising on Historic Park and Gardens in the public sector. She was appointed Chief Park Superintendent with the Office of Public Works (Ireland) in 2012.

Joseph GraingerJoe is a regional manager for the City of Calgary Recreation. He has conducted in excess of 30 presentations and training to groups ranging from 20 to 300. His expertise related to his topic includes formal education, informal study and more than 20 years of experience developing and refining practices.

Judy haberJudy Haber is no stranger to the business of Corporate Sponsorship, Naming Rights and public/private partnerships. Judy is a Senior Partner with Performance Sponsorship Group (PSG) and has worked for the City of Edmonton, TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, and many other city owned facilities and not-for-profits in Canada and the U.S.

Elizabeth halpennyElizabeth Halpenny has a PhD in Recreation and Leisure Studies (Unv. of Waterloo), a MES in Environmental Studies (York Unv.), and a BA in Geography (Wilfrid Laurier Unv.). She teaches and conducts research in the areas of tourism, marketing, and protected areas management.

Trevor hancockDr. Hancock is a public health physician and health promotion consultant and is currently a Professor and Senior Scholar at the new School of Public Health and Social Policy at the University of Victoria. Over the past 30 years, he has worked as a consultant for local communities, municipal, provincial and national governments, health care organizations, NGOs and the World Health Organization.

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Vicki harberVicki Harber is a full professor at the University of Alberta in the Faculty of Physical Education & Recreation. She is a member of the Canadian Sport for Life leadership team and is helping shape athlete development programs for young female athletes across the country. CAAWS recognized Vicki as one of the Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity for 2011 and 2012.

Nicholas holtNick Holt is a Professor in the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta. He conducts research examining psychosocial aspects of youth sport, physical activity, and play.

Brian Johnston Brian obtained a Bachelor of Physical Education degree from the University of Manitoba and a Master of Science degree in Recreation Management from Loughborough University before working as a consultant with Loughborough Recreation Planning Consultants Ltd. in England. He then returned to Canada to work for the Department of Tourism, Recreation and Cultural Affairs in Manitoba as Recreation Facilities Consultant and, after, as Regional Recreation Consultant.

Brian Keating Brian Keating is the Head of Conservation Outreach at the Calgary Zoo and also a part-time adjunct assistant professor of anthropology at the University of Calgary. Keating was named the “Canadian Hero of the Year” award (2006) from Readers Digest Magazine for his global environmental efforts.

Bethan KingsleyBethan Kingsley is a PhD candidate at the University of Alberta. During her graduate program in the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, she has been involved with a number of research projects that examine the recreation and health experiences of youth, parents, practitioners and leaders.

Chris LemieuxChris Lemieux is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Environmental and Resource Science/Studies Program at Trent University, and a Postdoctoral Fellow in Tourism & Parks Management at the University of Waterloo. He works at the interface of the natural and social sciences and is committed to interdisciplinary approaches to complex problems with the ultimate goal of sustaining social-ecological systems (SES).

Joseph LevyDr. Joseph Levy has an interdisciplinary educational and professional background. He graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a BA in Psychology and an MSW in Community Social Work. He also received a BPhE in Physical Education and PhD in health planning from the University of Waterloo. Presently Dr. Levy is an Adjunct Professor at Mount Royal University as well as holding other academic research appointments at the United States Sports Academy in the USA and several universities in mainland China.

Scott LockwoodScott Lockwood has 15 years of professional planning experience and has worked for municipalities across Canada and within the United States. His experience has ranged from city building, urban design, resort planning, rural planning and conservation planning and design. He is currently the Manager of New Community Planning and Subdivision Services with the City of Calgary.

Chris MandersonChris Manderson leads the Natural Area Management Group for City of Calgary Parks. He has been working in urban conservation for the City since 1998. Prior to joining the City of Calgary in 1998, he worked as an environmental consultant with a particular interest in plant ecology and wetlands.

Deb Maxwell/Jodi DiCastriDeb and Jodi have been in the Recreation industry for over 20+ years and involved in all aspects of Recreation from instructing, programming and coordinating. They consider themselves Community Spirit Ambassadors, have a passion for creating magic at events and love generating ideas; motivating others to see the Big Picture.

Neil McCarthyNeil McCarthy is a Vice-President for Ifpra and a Member of the World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA). He is currently the CEO of the North East Catchment Management Authority in Victoria. McCarthy has played a major role establishing a strategic management approach to the Parks industry in Australia. His has a Bachelor of Forest Science and a Masters Degree in Business Administration.

Kym McCulley Kym McCulley is the Leader of Environmental and Educational Initiatives for City of Calgary Parks. She has worked in parks and environmental interpretation for over 25 years.

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James McCulloughJames McCulloch is Chief Executive of Nene Park Trust, an independent self financing charitable trust that manages a large network of parks in Peterborough (UK). Prior to joining the Trust in 2008, James was the Superintendent of Parks and Gardens for the City of London.

Toru Minegishi In 1996, Toru Minegishi graduated from Tokyo University of Agriculture and joined the Parks and Recreation Foundation. After being involved in plants & garden maintenance and environmental education at Michinoku Lakeside and Kiso Sansen National Government Parks, he is a manager in the head office.

Janet NacliaJanet Naclia is a Programs Manager for ARPA. Janet has Bachelor Degree in Arts and Design from the University of Alberta and a Masters Degree in Art History from the University of Toronto.

Ruben NelsonRuben Nelson has spent his life exploring and seeking to understand the forces that are now re-shaping our lives, our world and our future. A big picture strategic thinker, he is a Canadian pioneer of futures studies and strategic foresight. Ruben is a graduate of Queen’s University and Queen’s Theological College.

Anders Busse NielsenAnders Busse Nielsen is a landscape architect and the Associate Professor in urban forestry at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. He has concentrated his research, teaching and consulting on design and management of forest and park plantings and vegetation structure and dynamics of nature-like and peri-urban forests.

Lea Norris For more than 20 years, Lea has motivated and inspired youth, adults, communities, pools, schools and workplaces throughout Alberta to incorporate more physical activity into their lives. In 2009, she established Sport for Life Cochrane, and she continues to be involved in local, provincial and national CS4L initiatives, doing her part to help all Canadians become Active for Life!

Elina NummiAs Project manager, Ms Elina Nummi has developed the concept and has bench marked Epping Forest, London and Central Park , New York’s volunteer concepts.

Dan OhlerDan Ohler is a Co-op Development Officer with Alberta Community and Co-operative Association. He is also a founding member of Sangudo Opportunity Development Co-operative which is revitalizing their community. He works with community leaders to replicate the model for a variety of purposes, which can include recreation.

Riita PartanenMs Riitta Partanen has worked as a volunteer coordinator since 2011.

Joe PavelkaJoe Pavelka PhD is an Associate Professor and Coordinator at Mount Royal University. Joe spent 10 years with City of Calgary, the last three as Assistant Director. He consults with public agencies on parks, recreation, public art and related matters. Joe’s research on leisure spans 2 decades and several countries.

Barb PedersenBarb has worked as a municipal recreation director with several Alberta municipalities and is currently operating her own facilitation and consulting business. She works with communities, businesses, and government in the areas of group facilitation, community building, strategic planning, pubic participation, and culture and recreation consultation.

Denis PointinDenis Pontin has and M. Ed. (Leisure Studies)and founded RMP & Associates in 1985 which provides consultancy services relating to all aspects of leisure. He has assisted many cities and large local authorities to evaluate the asset management strategies.

Allison PratleyAllison Pratley is the Children and Youth Program’s Coordinator at ARPA. She graduated from the University of Alberta with Education and Physical Education degrees. Allison is passionate about providing quality play experiences and ensuring sport and recreation opportunities are accessible to all children and youth.

Paul RadchenkoPaul has over twenty years of professional experience in recreation and tourism development. As a tourism development planner for the Alberta Ministry of Tourism, Parks and Recreation, Paul works with federal, provincial, and municipal jurisdictions to support the sustainable development of tourism as an appropriate use of public and private land.

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Todd ReichardtFor over 20 years, Todd has been involved in various elements of park management including open space maintenance, park infrastructure & IPM. Presently, he is Manager, Parks South Division and Business & Asset Strategies for the City of Calgary. He is keenly interested in combining GIS & GPS technologies and asset management principles to improve park operations. Todd holds a M.Sc. in Entomology from the University of Manitoba.

Mary Ann RintoulMary Ann Rintoul is an advocate for the child’s right to play, in Canada and internationally. She teaches at the University of Alberta in the area of children’s physical activity and is the Director of Play Around the World, an academic cross-cultural service learning opportunity where students facilitate play and recreation for children of all abilities.

Dave RodneyThe Honourable Dave Rodney, Associate Minister of Wellness, was elected to his third term as Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-Lougheed on April 23, 2012, and appointed Associate Minister of Wellness on May 8, 2012. He has served as Parliamentary Assistant for Health and Wellness and a member of the Provincial Treasury Board. Associate Minister Rodney was the first Canadian to have reached the summit of Mount Everest twice.

Derek RoozenDerek Roozen has worked as a Parks and Waterways Planner for New Zealand’s Christchurch City Council since 1998, and previously as a Parks Ranger for the Department of Conservation. He has led many major parks planning projects – the latest being for the public parks on the Port Hills.

Chris RutherfordChris Rutherford is a past public sector Manager of Parks/Facilities. He is a qualified arborist and recreation professional who became one of the first New Zealanders awarded the status of Accredited NZRA Recreation Professional. In 2007, he was awarded the Ian Galloway Memorial Cup recognizing excellence/outstanding personal contribution. He is also the current Ifpra World Parks Commissioner for NZ.

Kim SandersonKim Sanderson spent close to 30 years with the City of Edmonton Community Services, many of which were spent on innovative projects related to children and youth including natural learning initiatives. He is past President of the International Play Association Canada and IPA Board member at the international level.

Sue ScottSue Scott, B.A. is the visionary leader of Cardel Place, an innovative regional recreation centre on a mission to raise healthier generations. Sue is a passionate champion of community building and providing local solutions to the national challenge of physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour among children and youth.

Dwayne SheehanDwayne Sheehan, PhD, joined the Department of Physical Education and Recreation Studies at Mount Royal University (MRU) in 2008. He is Past President of the Alberta Health and Physical Education Council (HPEC) and served a two year term as President of the Alberta Schools Athletic Association (ASAA).

Bryan SmaleBryan Smale, PhD, is Director of the Canadian Index of Wellbeing at the University of Waterloo and Professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. He also is the President of the Canadian Association for Leisure Studies, the Editor of Leisure/Loisir, and a Research Faculty Associate in the Waterloo Institute for Social Innovation and Resilience.

Steven Snell Steven Snell is a Parks Business and Policy Planner for the City of Calgary. He has a master’s degree in urban design and has written for Planetizen, the Calgary Herald and peer-reviewed planning journals.

Torgeir Esig SoerensenLandscape Architect Torgeir Esig Soerensen is the Head of Parks and Streets Department for the City of Stavanger. He is also the President of Ifpra (2010 – 2013), formerly the Chief Environmental Officer of Stavanger, the President of the Norwegian Forum for Local Environmental Management, and the President of the Norwegian Association for Parks, Sports and Recreation Administration.

Dianna Souveny/Laurie LafortuneDianna and Laurie have trained and worked extensively throughout Alberta. Both are community development coordinators for different zones in Alberta with the Early Child Development Mapping (ECMAP) project. This is a five year province wide research/community development initiative funded by Alberta Education through the Community University Partnership, U of A.

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Nancy Spencer-CavaliereNancy Spencer-Cavaliere (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta. Her areas of research include Active Healthy Children and Adapted Physical Activity. She is particularly interested in exploring inclusive engagement in play, sport, and physical activity for children and youth.

Anna SteidleEducated as landscape architect and in business administration, Anna has been working for more than 25 years as consultancy in German Park Department. She has also done scientific work in teaching and writing about the management of urban green areas.

Sari SuomalainenMs. Sari Suomalainen (M.Sc Helsinki University) is a Lecturer in Degree Programme in Landscape Design HAMK University of Applied Sciences. A former task was a as park manager in Pirkkala, Finland (1992-2010). She is also a member of a board for Association of Park Managers and an Ifpra Commissioner.

Chris SzaboChris Szabo is a Physical Activity Advisor in the Physical Activity Branch of the Alberta Tourism Parks and Recreation. He has over thirty year’s experience in the recreation sector at the municipal, provincial and territorial levels as well as with intergovernmental relations and initiatives.

yoritaka Tashiro Dr. Yoritaka Tashiro is professor of landscape architecture at the University of Chiba, near Tokyo. Internationally renowned, he is the current Commissioner for Japan and past president of Ifpra. He finished his doctorate in landscape management, environmental research and urban planning studies at the University of Tokyo.

Lisa TinkLisa Tink is a Physical Activity Advisor with the Ministry of Tourism, Parks and Recreation. Having completed a BSc in Kinesiology and a Master’s in Physical Education and Recreation, she is committed to advancing Alberta’s sport, recreation and active living sector.

Damien TraverseDamien Traverse is a Policy and Research Consultant with the Government of Alberta and a current graduate student (Masters of Recreation and Leisure) at University of Alberta. Having worked at the Municipal, Non-Profit and Provincial levels, Damien has a passion for the field of recreation with a major focus on quality of life.

Emmanuel TruebEmanuel Trueb studied agriculture in Zurich. He is head of the Parks and Recreation Department in Basel. Since 1994, he has lead the department responsible for the public green space including allotment gardens and cemeteries. From 2006 to 2012, he was chair of the national park association (VSSG).

Nadine Van WykNadine Van Wyk, Med, is a Lecturer in the Department of Physical Education and Recreation Studies at Mount Royal University. Nadine is pursuing her doctoral studies with the University of Calgary. Her Master’s Degree thesis examined physical activity levels of preschool-aged children and the effects of teacher training in promoting and encouraging physical fitness.

Pam VeinotteIn July 2012, Pam moved from her position as Field Unit Superintendent of Canada’s first national park to her current position as the first Field Unit Superintendent of Rouge National Urban Park. Throughout her three-decade-long career with Parks Canada, Pam has spearheaded many innovative conservation initiatives and demonstrated a spirit of collaboration.

Bill WellsBill Wells, (B.Ed, M.A.) is ARPA’s CEO and brings an extensive and varied background including a community association president, city councillor (6 terms) consultant for sports and community organizations as well as municipalities, labour relations consultant, university instructor and CEO of a provincial education organization.

Manda WildeManda Wilde has been working as the Parks and Wildlife Venture Coordinator for the ASRPWF since 2009 and hold a BSc from the University of Alberta. Previously, she held positions with the City of Edmonton related to historical and nature education.

Mari yajima Since 2006, Mari was in charge of volunteer activities for satoyama preservation and building partnership park management systems as a Park Coordinator of the Sayama Hills in Tokyo. Since 2011, Mari has been overseeing community partnership in park management for the suburbs of Tokyo.

Bob yatesBob Yates has been centrally involved in the development of event tourism in Canada for over 25 years, which has included consulting work for cities and government agencies. Bob led and developed the Canadian Sport Tourism Initiative in the 1990’s, and has continued his work on sport tourism for many communities since.

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gUESt & SoCiaLPROGRAMS

Wednesday, october 23rd10:00 - 5:00 PM – Day Trip: Gondola – Banff – Cave & Basin Tour Departing from the Chateau, the tour will proceed to the Banff Gondola which is located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. The 360 degree view from the upper gondola terminal, view-decks and Summit Ridge interpretive boardwalk, is unsurpassed, with breathtaking views in every direction. On to a favourite lunch spot, followed by a visit to the famous town of Banff. To finish the day, we will tour the Cave and Basin National Historic Site and learn the story of the birthplace of Canada’s National Parks.

Cost: $100 CAD per person (includes lunch)

Friday, october 25th6:30 - 7:30 AM – Early Morning Walk/ JogJoin us for an early morning walk or jog around the beautiful Chateau Lake Louise surroundings.

Cost: Free for all Conference delegates and guests

9:00 AM – Noon – Kumihimo Cool Bracelet Making Workshop Join two fabulous instructors from Suzie Q Beads, Buttons & Bijoux based in Calgary for an alternate take on kumihimo (koo-me-he-mo) by learning this ancient art of Japanese braiding using leather. Slide on some optional accent beads and presto!, you’ve got yourself an ultra-cool bracelet! Visit www.suzieqbbb.com for a sneak peek!

Cost: $65 CAD per person

2:00 - 3:30 PM – hotel heritage Tour & high TeaWho was Louise? How old is the hotel? Why all the pictures of people climbing mountains? The history of Chateau Lake Louise goes back well over a century and is rich with unique people and amazing stories. Join us as we take a stroll through time and finish with a pot of exclusively blended tea and buttermilk scones.

Cost: $35 CAD per person

3:45 - 6:30 PM – Outdoor Activity Sessions-hikes/Traditional Games WorkshopJoin us for an exciting afternoon of Aboriginal Traditional Games! Seize the opportunity to learn about the history and culture of traditional games in Canada from certified traditional games facilitators.

Cost: Free for all Conference delegates and guests

Saturday, october 26th 6:30 - 7:30 AM – Early AM yoga Start your day off right with an early morning yoga session. Namaste!

Cost: Free for all Conference delegates and guests

10:00- 11:30 AM – Sweet Chocolate SweetsThe Chateau Lake Louise ‘s talented Executive Pastry Chef will demonstrate how to indulge your senses with some select recipes using chocolate and decorative designs to enhance the true artistry of chocolate work, with explanations of the different varieties of chocolate –milk, dark and white including some traditional and new wave desserts for you to use for your own entertaining.

Cost: $40 CAD per person

1:30 - 2:30 PM – Wine TastingLearn more about wine with a comparison tasting of some Canadian vs International wines. A knowledgeable Lake Louise staff member will lead you through the tasting with background information on the wines and wineries and answer all your wine related questions.

Cost: $45 CAD per person

Bringing the Kids? The Conference Planning Committee is looking to make the Conference as child friendly as possible. If you are planning on bringing your family please let us know your children’s names and ages on your registration form. In addition to any family activities planned by our Committee the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise provides babysitters for a fee, so be sure to talk to their staff and book child care in advance if required.

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thursday october 24th 6:00 - 11:00 PM – Opening Ceremonies Banquet, Keynote address, Partner Showcase and Celebration of AlbertaThe Thursday Opening Ceremonies features a dinner and keynote presentation from Adam Bienenstock and Robert Voigt, an address from the Ifpra World President, followed by a networking social profiling some of ARPA’s key partners.

Join us afterwards as we celebrate and showcase the very best of Alberta’s culture. This evening will feature local musical talent, a demonstration of Aboriginal culture, and of course a taste of that Country Western lifestyle that Alberta is famous for!

Cost: $75 CAD per guest

Friday october 25th 3:45 - 6:30PM – Student/Partner Poster Session and Social hourJoin us for this social gathering to visit with fellow park practitioners and meet the next generation of parks and recreation employees and researchers. Students and researchers from colleges and universities will display and introduce posters documenting innovations and trends in their fields of study, descriptions of innovative programs and reports of research studies. Students will be keen to meet you and exchange ideas about innovations and future career opportunities. Several of ARPA’s partners will also have posters with information on what they do and how they connect with recreation and parks.

6:30 -10:30 PM - ARPA Tradeshow and DinnerIn celebration of this year’s theme, the trade show evening will focus on exploring New Horizon’s with a Passport theme! Stop by and visit with our many corporate and partner exhibitors and sponsors to get connected with new and old friends, and potential suppliers…all the while getting your Tradeshow Passport stamped along the way for the chance to win some great prizes! ARPA’s silent auction will be held in conjunction with the Trade Show and prize draws will be held throughout the night.

Cost: $30 CAD per guest

Saturday october 26th 6:00 - 11:30 PM – Ifpra Banquet and ARPA President’s BanquetIfpra and ARPA will be having their own separate banquets this evening.

The ARPA banquet, hosted by the ARPA President, includes dinner and the presentation of the ARPA, AABRD and Energize Awards for 2013. This semi-formal affair will celebrate the past year’s achievements as we look to the future. The Ifpra Banquet will be hosted by our new International President and will be a celebration of the accomplishments of the organization over the past year. There will be a special tribute to outgoing Ifpra CEO, Alan Smith as he concludes his formal role with the organization.

After their respective banquets, ARPA and Ifpra delegates will gather and celebrate together for one last evening of fun before everyone parts ways. This party is all about the food, drink, camaraderie, and of course the entertainment!

Cost: $75 CAD per guest

*Evening socials are free events for Conference and Ifpra Delegates. Costs are for guests only.

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Fairmont Chateau Lake LouiseNestled in the beautiful scenery of Banff National Park, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, it’s crown jewel, welcomes you! Situated on the shores of Lake Louise with the majestic Rocky Mountains providing an astounding backdrop, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise combines magnificent scenery with unrivalled service to make your stay unforgettable. The Chateau invites you to escape to a retreat of welcoming grandeur that will invoke memories that will last a lifetime. Our room block typically sells out by mid August. A sampling of our room rates are as follows:

rates

*Rates include a $10 per person daily service charge, however does not include a 4% Tourism Levy, 2% Destination Marketing Fee and 5% GST. All prices are in Canadian Dollars.

For room bookings, please see information on our website

www.ifpra2013.arpaonline.ca

Alternatively, you can call the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise at 1-403-522-3511 or 1-800-441-1414, identifying that you will be attending the Ifpra/ARPA Conference.

Lake Louise innThe Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise may sell out quickly so we have secured secondary accommodations at the Lake Louise Inn. To access these rooms, please call toll free at 1-800-661-9237 (or direct at 1-403-522-3791), or visit their website at:

www.lakelouiseinn.com

Be sure to indicate that you are affiliated with the Alberta Recreation and Parks Association Conference when booking your reservation to receive a discounted room rate.

Student program DetailsCity of Calgary Recreation Student Bursary We are pleased to have The City of Calgary Recreation back for the 7th consecutive year as our Student Sponsor. This sponsorship allows us to provide students registered in a recreation/leisure or related degree or diploma program to be eligible to apply for a $200 bursary to help offset the costs of attending the 2013 Ifpra World Congress/ARPA Conference and Energize Workshop.

For additional details and an application form, please contact Emily Chell at emchell@ualberta.ca.

registration and Conference FeesPrices include all education sessions, socials and scheduled meals. Pre-Conference sessions are not included in these fees.

Fees do not include GST. *includes education sessions and lunch on day only. All Prices are in Canadian Dollars.

Register online at:

www.regonline.ca/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1237982

The registration deadline is Friday, October 18, 2013.

pre-Conference Workshop Fees

*Prices include sessions, materials, and lunch. All Prices are in Canadian Dollars.

RATES AND

aCComoDatioNS

hotel Room Single/Double

Fairmont Room $159

Fairmont Lakeview $199

Deluxe $199

Deluxe Lakeview $249

Junior Suite $299

Junior Lakeview Suite $359

Delegate Fees Member Non-Member Student

Early Bird RateBefore September 1, 2013

$585 $685 $300

Regular RateStarting September 1, 2013

$685 $785 $300

Friday Only* $330 $390 $150

Saturday Only* $330 $390 $150

Pre-ConferenceThursday, October 24

Member Non-Member Student

AM Workshop Only $99 $129 $39

PM Workshop Only $99 $129 $39

Both AM & PM Workshop $179 $229 $59

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SpoNSorS

ARPA would like to extend our thanks to the following organizations who have already committed their sponsorship of the 2013 Ifpra World Congress/ARPA Conference. It is because of their generous support that we are able to continue to offer a high-quality educational and networking event.

Social Sponsor Student Sponsor