We wrapped up our 40th Annual Professional Development Conference on June 6th. Session after session, it was a flood of valuable insights, practical wisdom, and great dialogue!
Thank you to our sponsors: BFL Canada; Health Plus Insurance; Lightstone Academy for Conflict Resolution; Kompass Professional Development; Workplace Fairness International; and Stitt Feld Handy Group.
Immense gratitude for our amazing speakers: Lynn Catzman; Marvin Huberman; Natai Shelsen; Rosie Macri; Betty Pries; Cayla Charles; Ryan Snushall; Jordan Francis-Cleary; Todd Archibald; Kadeen Hutchinson; Kim Gale; Kim Parish; Jeanette Bicknell; Christine McKenzie; Colm Brannigan; Carol Roberts; Stephanie Noël; Marc Bhalla; Matthew Wilson; Elana Fleischmann; and Marie-Claude Asselin.
BFL Canada
BFL CANADA is one of the largest risk management, insurance brokerage and benefits consulting firms in Canada, and is owned and managed by its own Employee’s. We approach our clients’ needs by thoroughly assessing their risks, threats and opportunities. This allows us to help them sustain stability and strategic growth. Our business model is based on providing our valued employees the opportunity to demonstrate creativity, leadership and entrepreneurship — principles that make up our raison d’être and push us to deliver on our commitment to support our clients and the communities we work with.
Lightstone Academy for Conflict Resolution
Discover our accredited courses, the introductory Essentials and the advanced Quintessentials, for personal and professional growth! Join our engaging synchronous or flexible asynchronous sessions, each packed with 40 hours of enriching content. Dive into Media Studies and Conflict Resolution, a 21-hour Zoom course, and broaden your horizons. Curious about our instructor, Helen? Rest assured, with her expertise and dedication, you’ll be saying, “I would take a plumbing course if it was taught by Helen Lightstone!” -S. Jennifer Priestley. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge with our top-notch courses. Enroll now for a transformative learning experience! Lightstoneacademy.ca
Kompass Professional Development
Kompass Professional Development is a leader in ADR training, offering accredited online mediation and arbitration programs that are designed to meet the needs of both new and experienced practitioners, providing the credentials and expertise necessary to advance in the ADR field. Learn conflict resolution methods applicable to a wide range of professional settings. Complete assignments when it’s convenient for you, participate in live discussions and role plays, and receive personalized support from dedicated instructors.
Workplace Fairness International
Workplace Fairness International (WFI) is a leader in workplace restoration and proactive approaches to workplace health. We provide fair, effective, and sustainable solutions for understanding, preventing, resolving, and managing workplace conflicts. Our unique methodology and resources have been used extensively across Canada and internationally to explore, analyze, and optimize conflict management systems. Our services include: Live and e-learning training, including Workplace Fairness Analyst certification; Workplace fairness assessments; Workplace psychological health and safety; Harassment and violence prevention; Workplace restoration services; Union management relationships; Trauma-informed investigations; Media commentary, public addresses, research, and international analysis on contemporary workplace issues.
Health Plus Insurance
Health Plus Insurance, our longtime ADRIO partner, offers our members preferred rates on health and dental insurance. Designed for self-employed professionals, business owners and teams, PRIORITY and OPTIMUM plans include high drug and paramedical maximums, semi-private hospital, basic and restorative dental and travel emergency health. Plus, you get free 24/7 access to Maple virtual healthcare and free counselling via Inkblot Member Assistance Program and guided Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Tranquility iCBT. The Health Plus team is always glad to answer questions. The time to explore insurance is when you’re healthy.
Stitt Feld Handy Group
Since 1994, we have empowered over 60,000 executives and professionals across North America, Europe, Australia, Asia, and Africa with ADR training. Our training programs teach you how to resolve conflicts, negotiate superior deals, communicate with clarity, and enhance customer service and workplace coaching skills. Our practical and interactive courses are led by experienced instructors and coaches, ensuring you and your organization gain real-world, actionable insights.