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

Amber McMillan
Vice Chair Council, Certification in Volunteer Administration
Title: Managing Volunteer Through Change

Shagun Bhanot
Manager, Vantage Point
Title: Engaging Skilled Volunteers In A Virtual World

Carmen Hildebrand
Hildebrand Consulting
Title: Nuts and Bolts Strategic Planning

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

Matthias Klenk
Manager, MOSAIC Engage
Title: From Inclusive To Intercultural Leadership: How To Be A Leader In A New Era

Lisa Mort-Putland
Executive Director, Volunteer Victoria

Terry Clark
Real Board Solutions
Title: How to Make Your Board Mad At You!

Michael McEvoy
Registrar of Lobbyists and Information and Privacy Commissioner for BC
Title: Lobbying in British Columbia for Non-Profits

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!
