In the face of Canada's most pressing challenges, colleges and institutes are stepping up like never before. We anticipate the needs of our economy and consistently champion new learning approaches and opportunities that address local and global challenges. To maintain this momentum, the college and institute sector must continue to prioritize innovation and collaboration while reemphasizing our critical role. What better way to do this than coming together as a sector, learning from our peers, inspiring new directions, and building new relationships?
Enter CICan's 2024 Connection Conference, taking place April 29 to May 1 in Calgary, Alberta.
Our annual conference hosts over 1000 post-secondary leaders and stakeholders from around the world. It serves as a catalyst for knowledge dissemination, capacity building, and collaboration. With diverse streams and forward-looking content, the event offers a unique opportunity for attendees to network, share best practices and find inspiration for ongoing innovation.
The Theme: Growing talent for a resilient future
This year's theme emphasizes the importance of cultivating skills and knowledge that empower individuals to thrive amidst ongoing disruption. It's a theme that resonates with our hosts Bow Valley College, SAIT and the city of Calgary, renowned as a hub for attracting and growing talent across various industries like high tech, agriculture, energy, and tourism.
Exploring the streams:
One highlight of the conference is its comprehensive range of streams, each tailored to address the multifaceted challenges of our sector:
- Advancing Teaching, Learning, and Student Success
- Cultivating Global Collaborations
- Embracing Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
- Innovating through Applied Research
- Leading Sustainability
- Strengthening Indigenous Education
- Transforming Leadership and Governance
Learn more about what these streams could mean for you
The conference also offers a range of engaging activities, including:
- CICan Pre-Conference Forum - Charting a Path to Net Zero: Join our pre-conference event, where international leaders, educators, practitioners, and policymakers convene to discuss the pivotal role of colleges and institutes in fulfilling the climate change commitments outlined in the Paris Climate Accords. Learn more
- Keynote Speakers: Featuring captivating and inspiring keynote addresses from distinguished thought leaders, these sessions set the tone for the day's discussions. Take a look at our current speaker lineup
- Marketplace: This is your central space for networking and connecting with exhibitors. Whether you're seeking partnerships, looking to expand your professional network, or simply want to learn more about CICan and the work we do for our members, this is your go-to place between sessions.
- CICan Awards Ceremonies: Celebrate excellence and innovation in the sector by attending the CICan Awards of Excellence ceremony. This event recognizes outstanding achievements and highlights the remarkable contributions of individuals and institutions in our community. Be sure to check out last year's winners!
- Leadership & Learning Activities: Connect with colleagues from across Canada and around the world, forge strong relationships, develop collaborative partnerships, and be inspired at one of our many activities available to leaders, directors, board members, and professionals. Learn more
Ready to join us? Visit the event website to register and share this event with your network using our social media toolkit.
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