Opening & Closing

Join the amazing Dennie Theodore (bank executive, coach, author, actor and theatre director) in her keynote presentation on how to network, build connections, and establish peer mentoring relationships in an online environment. She will continue helping participants connect with others throughout the day including lunchtime activities and a wrap-up keynote at the end of the day.

Track 1: Project Management Specialty Sessions

A series of four sessions on advanced or specialty topics in project management by noted experts.
Sessions include:

• A Project Manager’s Guide to Data-Driven Decision Making

• Strategies for Effectively Leading Through Change

• Using Positive Political Strategies for Project Success

• Dealing with Difficult Sponsors

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Track 2: Certification and Awards

Four sessions focused on certifications and awards provided by the Project Management Association of Canada (PMAC), including:

• IPMA PM Competence Certifications

• Canadian PM Specialty Certifications

• IPMA Certified PM Coach, Consultant or Trainer Certifications

• Canadian Project Manager of the Year Awards Ceremony

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Track 3: Young Crew

Four sessions focused on PMs at the start of their career, primarily aimed at those under 35 years old. Sessions include:

• What is Young Crew?

• Tips for Launching your PM Career – During a Pandemic

• PM Paper Competition Finals

• Canadian Young PM of the Year Awards Ceremony

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Track 4: Ask the Experts

A series of four panel discussions with industry experts where you get to ask questions on a
number of topics:

• The Canadian PM Job Market Outlook

• Organizational Adoption of Agile Project Management

• Massive Changes at PMI: PMBoK 7, PMP Exam Changes, and more…

• Project Management vs. Change Management: Competitors or Partners?

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Canadian Project of the Year Awards Ceremony

Profiling finalists and announcing winners in several project categories.