Conferences
The BCRPA produces four professional development events each year.
Symposium - BCRPA's Premier event for the province's Recreation and Parks sector.
- April 29-May 1, 2020. Victoria - Cancelled.
- May 5-7, 2021. Vancouver
- May 4-6, 2022. Whistler
Parks Professional Pathways (formerly known as Spring Training) -For those working in horticulture and maintenance.
BCFit® - BCRPA's Premier event for fitness professionals.
September 11-13, 2020, North Vancouver
*Empower YOUth - Designed specifically for youth workers and front-line recreation leaders.
November 7, 2020, Vancouver
*Ripple Effects - Keeps aquatic staff and managers current on industry trends and standards.
Fall 2021
*Offerings of Ripple Effects and Empower YOUth alternate each year.
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