Inspiring Growth, Igniting Possibility
BCRPA’s conferences bring recreation, parks, and fitness professionals together for hands-on learning, expert-led training, and unmatched networking. Gain new skills, connect with colleagues, and elevate your impact.
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April
2026
BCRPA Symposium
fairmont hotel vancouver
BCRPA’s flagship conference unites recreation and parks professionals from all corners of the province. Together we tackle key sector issues, explore innovations and build connections that shape healthier communities across BC.
Event Details
Registration Opens Summer 2026
27
SEPT
2026
BCFit®’26
təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre, New Westminster
BCRPA’s premier fitness conference features active and seminar-style sessions designed to empower fitness professionals. Come expand your expertise, advance your career, and deliver greater value to your clients and communities.
Event Details coming soon
Registration Opens Fall 2026
26
NOV
2026
Empower YOUth
Langara College, VANCOUVER
This biennial event brings together youth-sector professionals to explore innovative tools, programs, and practices. Explore the latest approaches to creating impactful and inclusive youth programming that builds confidence, resilience, and mental well-being.
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Registration Opens Fall 2027
Nov
2027
Aging Forward
Lower Mainland, BC
This biennial event equips professionals supporting older adults with innovative strategies, expert insights, and networking opportunities to enhance social connection, inclusion, and well-being through recreation.
Event Details coming soon
Registration Opens winter 2026
Feb/Mar
2027
Parks Professional Pathways
Lower Mainland, BC
BCRPA’s annual conference designed for parks professionals. This event is for everyone who designs, plans, manages and cares for our park spaces to explore the latest in wise practices, technology, and trends.
Event Details coming soon
Registration Opens SUMMER 2027
Nov
2027
Ripple Effects
Lower Mainland, BC
This biennial conference unites Canada’s aquatics professionals to learn, connect, and share wise practices. This is one of Canada’s few specialized aquatic professional development events.
Event Details coming soonSponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities
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