Our conference is going virtual! On November 12 & 13, join BC Association for Charitable Gaming (BCACG) & Volunteer BC from the comfort of your homes or office space.

We may not be together in-person, but we will continue to offer a high-quality event that you have come to expect and value.

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About the Conference

We are going virtual! On November 12 & 13 join us from the comfort of your homes or office space.

We may not be together in- person but will continue to offer a cost-effective, high-quality conference that you have come to expect and value.

The two-day conference will be filled with inspiring keynotes and impactful workshops designed to navigate the challenging landscape, volunteers, non-profits and charities are experiencing during the pandemic. 

Everyone is welcome! Volunteers, staff, board members, volunteer coordinators can attend.

REGISTER NOW and save with our Early Bird Tickets!

 Schedule

 

NOVEMBER 12

9:00AM – 2:45PM PST
November 13
9:00AM – 1:30PM PST

ALL CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS, LIVE EVENTS, AND NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES WILL BE ACCESSIBLE ONLY TO REGISTERED ATTENDEES.

SPEAKERS

 

Meet our Keynote Speaker!

Bruce MacDonald

Bruce MacDonald

President & CEO, Imagine Canada

Session Title: Good Riddance 2020, Hello 2021 – It’s Not All Gloom & Doom

Session Description: What a year! From the global pandemic to the WE charity controversy to a seismic shift related to systemic racism, the charitable sector has been engaged in massive disruption.  Bruce’s keynote will address some of the main issues from 2020 and look ahead to the possibilities of 2021.

Meet Our Speakers!

Jennifer Barnes van Elk
Jennifer Barnes van Elk

Inkwell Grant Seeking and Professional Writing

Title: Not Your Grandmother’s Application: Grant Seeking in 2020 

The Community Gaming Grant Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing

The Community Gaming Grant Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing

Title: Community Gaming Grant Updates with COVID-19 Related Info & Q/A

Amber McMillan
Amber McMillan

Vice Chair Council, Certification in Volunteer Administration

Title: Managing Volunteer Through Change

Shagun Bhanot
Shagun Bhanot

Manager, Vantage Point

Title: Engaging Skilled Volunteers In A Virtual World 

 

Carmen Hildebrand
Carmen Hildebrand

Hildebrand Consulting

Title: Nuts and Bolts Strategic Planning

Stephanie Moore & Carrera Teal
Stephanie Moore & Carrera Teal

Impact Non-Profit Solutions

Title: Tap into the Gig Economy: Why Contracting Expertise Can Increase Your Organization’s Impact

 

Melissa Bilko

Melissa Bilko

Head of Partnerships, Keela

Title: The Future of the Non-Profit Workplace: Using Artificial Intelligence to Automate Your Work:

Matthias Klenk
Matthias Klenk

Manager, MOSAIC Engage

Title: From Inclusive To Intercultural Leadership: How To Be A Leader In A New Era

Lisa Mort-Putland
Lisa Mort-Putland

Executive Director, Volunteer Victoria

TitleMuddying the Waters: When Others Define Volunteerism
Terry Clark
Terry Clark

Real Board Solutions

Title: How to Make Your Board Mad At You!

Michael McEvoy

Michael McEvoy

Registrar of Lobbyists and Information and Privacy Commissioner for BC

Title: Lobbying in British Columbia for Non-Profits

Randy Wright
Randy Wright

Imagine Focus

Title: Living A Balanced Life – It Doesn’t Have To Be Hard!

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Sponsors

Thanks to our sponsors for making this event possible!