Weaving Positive
Partnerships
Board Voice Conference 2023
Join us for a day and a half of illuminating and relevant keynotes, presentations, panels and working tables, all focused on the issues that most matter to board directors and CEOs of non-profit community social services in BC.
June 22-23, 2023
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 2023, Weaving Positive Partnerships.
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DAY 1
Conference Schedule
Thursday, June 22
Registration Opens at 10am11 AM
Elder & Co-Chair Welcome
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11:30 AM
The Community Social Services Sector In BC & Our Mutual Work Together
Presented by the Honourable Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction
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12 PM: LUNCH & NETWORKING
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12:30 PM
FOCUS: Building Better Boards
A panel discussion on the learnings from Series 1 & 2 of Building Better Boards, promoting shared advocacy and capacity building in our region, new concerns relating to cyber-security, and identifying new and emerging risks and issues on the horizon.
PANELISTS:
- Steve Atkinson, CEO, Pacific Community Resources Society
- Gerry Olund, Board Voice Board Member & Representative of One-Sky Community Resources, Penticton
- Building Better Board Workshop Facilitator
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1:15 PM
Taking It Home
Break Out Session Topics:
- Building on Building Better Boards
- Addressing Emerging Risks
- Promoting & Leading Collaboration Amongst Agencies
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2 PM
FOCUS: Reconciliation & Allyship
Advancing reconciliation through governance and exploring how we can be allies.
PANELISTS:
- Bernedette Spence, Executive Director, Vancouver Aboriginal Child & Family Services
- Joanne Mills, Vice President, Quality Services & Indigenous Relations, Community Living BC
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3 PM: NETWORKING BREAK
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3:30 PM
Taking It Home
Advancing Reconciliation Table Discussions.
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4:15 PM
Address & Q&A
Presented by:
- Karen Kirkpatrick, MLA, Critic for Housing & Childcare
- Elenore Sturko, MLA, Critic for Mental Health, Addiction, Recovery, & Education
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5 PM: SOCIAL GATHERING
No-host bar & appetizers sponsored by Realize Strategies Co-Op.
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DAY 2
Conference Schedule
Friday, June 23
Registration Opens at 10am7:30 AM
Networking Breakfast
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8 AM
Board Voice Annual General Meeting
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9 AM
FOCUS: Community Development in Advocacy
How do we move an issue from concern to inclusion in a BC Budget? How can we best use our skills, connections and influence in our communities, regionally and provincially to help address service gaps and better respond to needs?
Two retired MLAs will share some of their experience in getting things done, from how to lobby MLA's to how the government's budget is built - and how that might be influenced.
PANELISTS:
- Colin Gabelmann, a Board Voice Board Member and representative of the John Howard Society of North Island, is a retired MLA and former Attorney General.
- Shane Simpson, a recently retired MLA and former Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction.
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9:45 AM
Break Out Sessions
Participants will be invited to choose amongst several facilitated workshops focusing on specific areas of advocacy, including:
- Seniors' Services
- Poverty Reduction
- Housing
- Multi-Service Agency Concerns
- "Admin" Costs & Infrastructure
- ...and more
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10:30 AM: NETWORKING BREAK
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11 AM
FOCUS: Community Social Services - Strengthening the Relationship
British Columbians have come to rely on our services more than ever; the pandemic showed they are essential to health, wellbeing and safety. Services are increasingly comples, as our relationships with government. Leaders reflect on how to build robust, durable relationships, locally and provincially.
PANELISTS:
- David Galbraith, Deputy Minister, Social Development & Poverty Reduction
- Tim Agg, Executive Director, Board Voice
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11:45 AM
Q&A Dialogue
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12:15 PM
New Online Resource for Non-ProfitsSpecial Guest, Martha Rans, Lawyer and Legal Director of Pacific Legal Eduction and Outreach (PLEO) will be introducing a new online resource for non-profits.
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12:30 PM: LUNCH & NETWORKING
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1:30 PM
FOCUS: Advancing Social Policies for the Next Decade - Re-Imagining Strategy
Last fall, we heard, clearly, that our long-standing call for a Social Policy Framtework for BC is not gaining traction. Now what? Here's some ideas to get us thinking and energized.
PANELISTS:
- John Kay, CEO, Realize Strategies
- Bruce MacDonald, CEO, Imagine Canada
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2:30 PM
What's Our Mission?
How non-profit boards make a difference in the social services sector, why we need to be even better at what we do, and why it matters.
Presented by Joy MacPhail, Order of Canada and Order of British Columbia, former Agency Board Member, former MLA and Cabinet Minister, former Co-Owner of OUTtv, former Board Chair of ICBC, Trustee of Adler University, current Board Chair of BC Ferries, current Board Chair of Nch'Kay Development Corporation (Squamish Nation).
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3 PM: Conference Closing Remarks
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!
Registration for the Weaving Positive Partnerships conference is $315.00 and must be bought in advance of the event. Your registration covers the following:
- Full access to all conference events on June 22-23
- Coffee breaks, lunch and networking event on June 22
- Hot breakfast and coffee breaks on June 23
- Board Voice Annual General Meeting June 23
There will be the opportunity to buy wine and beer at the no-host bar at the networking reception and appetizers on June 22.
Only attending the AGM? No charge for that!
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