Working Together
Board Voice Conference 2024
Join us for two days of illuminating and relevant keynotes, presentations, panels and working tables, all focused on the issues that matter most to board directors and CEOs of non-profit community social services in BC.
June 6-7, 2024
Territorial Acknowledgement
- From the KPU website
Kwantlen Polytechnic University's campus in Richmond is located in a region south of the Fraser River which overlaps with the unceded traditional and ancestral lands of the Kwantlen, Musqueam, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Qayqayt and Kwikwetlem peoples.
Proudly sharing the name of the Kwantlen First Nation, the word 'Kwantlen' means Tireless Runner, and is reflected in the university's motto: "through tireless effort, knowledge, and understanding." The representation of a wolf and salmon in KPU's Coat of Arms, was created by former KPU Fine Arts student, Brandon Gabriel, nephew of the hereditary Chief of the Kwantlen People, Chief Marilyn Gabriel.
In 2015, KPU appointed its first Elder in Residence, Lekeyten of the Kwantlen First Nation. In his role, Lekeyten supports Indigenous students on their educational journey sharing knowledge, traditions, teachings, and promoting an understanding and respect for Indigenous perspectives, cultures, and values.
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We are grateful for the support of Kwantlen Polytechnic University as a partner for Conference 2024, Working Together.
The 2024 Conference Agenda is Now Available!
Invited Speakers
Hon. Sheila Malcolmson
Minister of Social Development & Poverty Reduction
MLA Karin Kirkpatrick
MLA for West Vancouver-Capilano & Shadow Minister for Housing, Childcare, Autism & Accessibility, Gender Equity & Inclusion
MLA Elenore Sturko
Surrey South MLA & Shadow Minister for Mental Health, Addiction, Recovery & Education
Daniel Levitt
BC Seniors' Advocate
HIGHLIGHT SESSION:
Sector Leader's Panel & World Cafe
Our panel of sector leaders will help us craft a social services agenda for the next 4-5 years in a high-engagement session.
- What are the social sector issues that need to be worked on?
- What incremental steps could, year over year, be game changers?
- How do our concerns link together?
- Can we see ways to improve our collaboration?
- What advice would we offer to include in the next round of Ministerial mandate letters when a new Cabinet is sworn in next fall?
Highlight Session Panelists
Leslie Varley
Executive Director, BC Association of Aboriginal Frienship Centres
Kishone Roy
Executive Director, Federation of Community Social Services of BC
Annie Smith
Executive Director, McCreary Centre Society
Margaret Pfoh
CEO, Aboiginal Housing Management Association of BC
Anne Kimmitt
President PARCA (Community Justice Network)
Karla Verschoor
Executive Director, Inclusion BC
...and more panelists to be announced soon!
ACCOMMODATION NEAR KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC
BOOK YOUR HOTEL
There are a number of Richmond hotels that are a short walk or drive to KPU's Richmond campus.
We've listed a few links below to help you get started.
Four Points Sheraton Vancouver Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Vancouver Airport is in Richmond’s Golden Triangle district on “Food Street”, across from the Lansdowne mall with access to Canada Line, and is 10 minutes from YVR and 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Complimentary YVR airport shuttle 24/7, Wi-Fi and a new Fitness Centre with one-site dining.
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham
Situated in the heart of the Golden Village (or "Food Street"), this hotel is just minutes from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), less than a mile from the shops at Lansdowne Center, and one block from the Skytrain station.
Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
For an unbeatable location in the buzzing city of Richmond, BC, choose Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport. We proudly offer complimentary shuttle service to and from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), so you can travel into and out of the area with ease. After a day of on-site meetings, unwind in our hotel’s heated indoor pool and hot tub or squeeze in a workout at our on-site fitness centre.
Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel
Arrive with ease when you fly into Vancouver International Airport and take the complimentary hotel shuttle to Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel. Located near Vancouver airport's SkyTrain in Richmond, BC, our hotel is designed to inspire brilliance in a sophisticated setting. Visit our premium M Club Lounge 24/7 for exclusive benefits. Our inviting hotel restaurant, 75 West Coast Grill, a local favourite, serves fresh Canadian cuisine and is the perfect place for a happy hour cocktail or breakfast.
Panda Pod Hotel
Panda Pod Hotel is Greater Vancouver’s first “pod”-style hotel. It’s located in Richmond at 6940 No. 3 Road, directly across from Richmond City Hall. Panda Pod is approximately 15 minutes by vehicle from Vancouver International Airport (YVR Airport), and only a seven-minute walk from Richmond-Brighouse station.
Register now!
Early Bird Registration for the Working Together conference
ONLY $325 until May 15th, 2024!
(Early Birds Save $75!)
Registration Includes:
- Full access to all conference events on June 6-7
- Coffee breaks, lunch and networking event
- Hot breakfast and coffee breaks
- Board Voice Annual General Meeting
Only attending the AGM? No charge for that!
