Prevention Conference: Building Brighter Futures — Edmonton

Choose which two day conference date works for you!

In response to continued demand, and two previous sold out conferences - our Prevention Conference: Building Brighter Futures will be offered in two back-to-back 2-day sessions. Both sessions will cover the same material and provide the same learning experience. Please select the dates that best align with your schedule.

Location:

Delta Hotels Edmonton South Conference Centre

4404 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 5C2

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This conference will feature presentations from consultants with long-standing experience in implementing and leading prevention and child and family services and programs in First Nations communities. These initiatives will be child-centered, family-focused, community-driven, and Nation-based

Establishing and implementing a multi-service prevention model to address complex social issues and respond to families’ needs is challenging but vital work - this conference will support your community in carrying it out.

Children are our future, and the ultimate goal is to create quality, culturally safe family environments that enable them to reach their full potential, thereby strengthening Nations and enhancing the well-being of all. Regardless of the stage or development phase of the communities, this conference will address your needs.

Who Should Attend?

Child and family service workers, community leaders, program managers, including post majority care workers and First Nations representative service workers/liaisons and anyone passionate about prevention strategies for First Nations communities.

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AGENDA

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Day 1: September 8th or 10th

8:00 a.m.— Registration and Networking Breakfast

9:00 a.m.— Prayer and Kick-off

9:15 a.m.— Welcome– Mathew Cey, CEO of Morris Interactive

9:30 a.m.— Prevention services at the child level, family level, community level, and national level —Treena Wynes

10:30 a.m.— BREAK

10:45 a.m.— Energizer

11:00 a.m.— Spectrum of protection and prevention—Treena Wynes & Tanis Shanks

12:00 p.m.— LUNCH

1:00 p.m.— Energizer Activity

1:10 p.m.— Panel: Land-Based activities (Prevention focused)—Kato Carriere

2:10 p.m.— Networking BREAK

2:40 p.m.— Breakout sessions

Room 1: Engaging Families, Motivating Change — Gloria Greyeyes & Courtney Faithful

Room 2: Empowering Roots: Engaging Indigenous Youth through Culture, Ceremony, and Community—Tatum Albert

3:40 p. m.— Recap and wrap up

4:00 p.m.— Action Planning and Wrap-up

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Day 2: September 9th or 11th

8:00 a.m.— Networking Breakfast

9:00 a.m.— Energizer Activity

9:15 a.m.— Documentation and reporting— Treena Wynes

10:15 a.m.— BREAK

10:30 a.m.— AlmightyVoice Youth Business Club Presentation

12:00 p.m.— LUNCH

1:00 p.m.— Energizer Activity

1:15 p.m.— Breakout Sessions

Option 1: Post Majority support services—Tanis Shanks

Option 2: Lateral Kindness—Janice Poitras

2:15 p.m.— Conference wrap up

2:30 p.m.— Closing Comments and Prayer

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Frequently asked questions

Where will the conference be taking place?

At the Saskatoon Inn and Conference Centre in Saskatoon, SK.

Will breakfast be served?

Yes

Will lunch be served?

Yes

Do we need to book our own hotel rooms?

Yes – book your rooms at the Saskatoon Inn and mention you're attending the conference for an exclusive rate!

Do we have to pay for parking?

No, the Saskatoon Inn has free parking.

What do I need to bring?

Yourself! All materials will be provided.

Can someone else attend on my behalf?

Yes, but we will require 2 weeks notice for this. Please email kit@morrisinteractive to inquire.

Can I attend one day and have someone else attend the second?

Sorry, your seat and materials are for one participant only.

If I don’t attend, will I get a refund?

Notice is required if you have paid the invoice and you will get a credit to attend the next planned conference. If no notice is given, there will not be a refund or credit.

Can I bring a friend or colleague with me?

Of course! As long as they have been registered at least 2weeks prior and paid for their seat. (Unless the conference is at capacity).

Can I pay for my seat after attending the conference?

Sorry, your seat is only confirmed once payment has been received.

Can I pay by cheque or invoice?

To offer a more streamlined experience, as of April 1, 2025,we are only accepting credit card payments for our conferences.