COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides a general overview of financial concepts, many practical examples and best practices, to assist senior administrators in the execution of their daily operations and planning processes. The course includes a wide range of topics that all will likely see in the performance of their roles as senior administrators working in Aboriginal communities/organizations and provide them with information, tools and resource materials to help them succeed... Details
When: February 3 – May 15, 2020
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When: November 8–10, 2019
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When: October 25–27, 2019
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Speaker Registration for the 20th Anniversary National Conference in Saskatoon, SK from October 8 - 10, 2019 at the TCU Place.
To register online you must sign in on the right or create an account.
Note: You will require a discount code upon check out to waive the conference registration fee. This discount code can be found on your Speaker Confirmation provided by the Conference Secretariat. If you are not able to locate your discount code, please contact Micheline Belanger... Details
When: October 8–10, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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AFOA Canada is hosting the 20th Anniversary National Conference in Saskatoon, SK from October 8 - 10, 2019 at the TCU Place. To register online you must sign in on the right or create an account.
When: October 8–10, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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1-day Pre-conference Workshop on Understanding the Fundamentals of Procurement and Contracting. With a core foundation of fairness and transparency, procurement processes are increasingly under the public and legal microscope. This one-day workshop will provide you with a general understanding of the procurement process, applicable principles, and practical solutions to common issues seen in different procurement contexts. In addition, the workshop will equip you with the skills and ... Details
When: October 8, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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1-day Pre-conference Workshop on
Human Resources Management Essentials: Module 5 - Drug and Alcohol Policies. Module 5 addresses how to develop and implement drug and alcohol policies that takes into consideration the impact of the new Cannabis Act, recent court decisions and updates to the Canada Labour Code that come into effect in September 2019. It will help participants to assess and update their existing Drug and Alcohol policies based on existing human rights, employment and... Details
When: October 8, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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1-day pre-conference workshop on The Role of the Board's Treasurer, and the Finance and Audit Committee. The learning objectives are intended to build the necessary knowledge and skills of those working in Governance roles. Upon completion of this one-day workshop, participants will be well-versed on the roles, responsibilities and functions of the Treasurer; the Finance Committee; and the Audit Committee. Participants will also have gained an understanding on how to read financial ... Details
When: October 8, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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1-day Pre-conference Workshop on Banking 201 - Negotiating Credit Facilities with a Financial Institution. This is the second workshop in this banking series. It will provide participants with a better understanding of the different types of credit facilities that can meet the needs of Indigenous communities. Participants will understand important considerations in negotiating credit facilities such as: how a lender protects itself; pricing and fees of loans; and lender and borrower... Details
When: October 7, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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1-day Pre-conference Workshop on First Nations Governance II: Leadership. Effective governance is essential to the success of First Nations communities. In this workshop tools have been developed that elected leaders can use in performing their leadership functions. Topics covered include: orientation and transition of newly elected leaders; elected leaders mandate and administrative priorities; knowing your community history and context; organizational and community issues; moving... Details
When: October 7, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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1-day Pre-conference Workshop on
Human Resources Management Essentials: Module 4 - Employee Compensation and Benefits. Module 4 provides participants with information that will enable them to enhance the employee compensation and benefits functions within their organizations. This one-day workshop covers the following topics: compensation design - salary and other pay, job design, reward and incentive programs; relevant legislation and regulations regarding compensation; benefits... Details
When: October 7, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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2-day Pre-conference Workshop on Project Management for Large Infrastructure Projects. This workshop introduces project management from the standpoint of a manager who must organize, plan, implement, and control tasks to achieve an organization's schedule, budget, and performance objectives as it relates to a major infrastructure project. This 2-day workshop presents several key aspects of project management concepts such as project charter (project brief), scope statement, planning... Details
When: October 7–8, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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2-day Pre-conference Workshop on Effective Planning, Creation and Implementation of Your Trust. This workshop has been developed to raise awareness, enhance understanding, and assist community and organizational leaders and senior officials in learning how to effectively plan, create, and implement the most appropriate trust structure and investment strategy to best meet the needs of the community or organization. Workshop participants will learn about planning and creating a trust... Details
When: October 7–8, 2019
Where: Saskatoon, SK
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides a general overview of financial concepts, many practical examples and best practices, to assist senior administrators in the execution of their daily operations and planning processes. The course includes a wide range of topics that all will likely see in the performance of their roles as senior administrators working in Aboriginal communities/organizations and provide them with information, tools and resource materials to help them succeed... Details
When: September 3 – December 13, 2019
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Professional administrators working in Aboriginal communities and organizations, require excellent written and verbal and interpersonal communication skills. They also require knowledge in strategic approaches to communication in and outside of their organizations. This course will provide learners with the ability to communicate effectively using both technical and strategic approaches. This course covers the... Details
When: September 3 – December 13, 2019
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Learning about Aboriginal History, current issues and where we are headed as Aboriginal People is critical knowledge for all professionals working within an aboriginal environment. This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of a range of events and issues that impacted Aboriginal Peoples, either positively or negatively from early contact with the Old World to the... Details
When: September 3 – December 13, 2019
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Finance Managers are often asked to wear more than one “hat” and often tackle Human Resource and financial Issues in their organizations. The skills and knowledge gained will enable the financial officer to ensure that their organization hires, trains, and retains desired personnel. Through this course, participants will also gain the skills and knowledge that will enable them to better identify, review and address some of the fiscal challenges of an Aboriginal... Details
When: September 3 – December 13, 2019
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AFOA-ON - Risk Management - Protecting our Communities - Wednesday, August 14 and Thursday, August 15, 2019 - Sudbury, ON
When: August 14–15, 2019
Where: Sudbury, ON
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AFOA Ontario Pre-Conference Workshop - Tuesday, August 13th, 2019 - Sudbury, ON
When: August 13, 2019
Where: Sudbury, ON
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When: May 6–10, 2019
Where: Boston, Massachusetts
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This course provides the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills necessary for senior Administrators, managers, and human resource professionals to create value through strategic management of human resources in the workplace. This course consists of four units which cover key aspects of HRM in an Aboriginal context.
When: April 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020
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This course provides the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills necessary for senior Administrators, managers, and human resource professionals to create value through strategic management of human resources in the workplace. This course consists of four units which cover key aspects of HRM in an Aboriginal context.
When: April 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020
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This course provides the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills necessary for senior Administrators, managers, and human resource professionals to create value through strategic management of human resources in the workplace. This course consists of four units which cover key aspects of HRM in an Aboriginal context.
When: April 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020
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