Supporting excellence in civilian governance and oversight of police services in Alberta by providing our members and potential members, with an enjoyable opportunity to learn and network.
We invite all those participating in community policing oversight to attend!
We offer many unique presentations and break-out sessions on various topics, along with a schedule filled with Educational Presentations and Round-table sessions, your registration includes:
Friday Evening Networking Event & Banquet!
2025 Program Highlights
6pm-7:30pm Thursday May 1st; NEW Pre-Registration Mix & Mingle!!
Join those arriving Thursday evening for Pre-Registration at Kerri’s Cafe, with a beverage and several finger-food choices of appetizers/desserts INCLUDED in your registration fee!
Friday May 2nd Highlights!
Smudge
OPENING CEREMONIES with Minister Ellis Address
New Member Orientation Training OR “Data & Reports; Trends & Gaps” Option
Informative Presentations include:
- “Emergency Preparedness; Your Role in Mass Evacuations”
- “Public Relations & Social Media; Changing the Perception of Police & Transparency to Citizens”
Networking Event: Tour & Drinks at the Historic Canadian Tractor Museum
Banquet Event: Casino Fun Night! Play or Learn with Fun Money for prize draws
Saturday May 3rd Highlights
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Roundtable Idea Sharing
Governance E-Learning update
Westlock Detachment Static Display + Red Deer Detachment Drone Demo
Educational Sessions:
- “Police Assoc. Collective Bargaining & Grievance Process” (Commissions)
- “Creation of a Policing Committee” (RCMP)
- “Alberta Ombudsman Office; LERB & Other complaints handled”
Presentations:
- “AI Technology & Privacy; Effects on Police Policy & Governance”
- “Cultural Diversity Training” Prior Winnipeg Police Chief Devon Clunis
- “Encampments & the Unhoused”
- “Collectivity OR Individuality” Dr Leroy Little Bear
Closing Address
NETWORKING: Tour the Canadian Tractor Museum!
View the Canada’s biggest weather vane and tour the history of tractors, while networking with a beverage.
BANQUET: 2nd Floor; Westlock Rotary Spirit Centre!
Buffet Dinner includes:
• Black Angus Prime Rib, Chicken Marsala, Pasta, Roasted Cauliflower & Asparagus, Green Beans, Whipped Potatoes, Roasted Beet with Goat Cheese Salad, Caesar Salad, Assorted Artisan Breads with Herb Butter & Dessert; provided by Kerri’s Bakery! Dinner wine provided and Cash Bar.
Casino Fun Night! Play or Learn to Play with Fun Money while continuing Networking! Exchange your Fun Money for Prize Draws at the end of the evening!
Education on Addiction, Triggers and Gambling Odds.
A representative from ALL AAPG Members should attend.
This year our Conference venue will be at the Westlock Conference Centre. There are two options for Hotel stay; one is the Conference Venue location with its ease of walking to the Conference from your room, and one is a short drive away that offers newer accommodations. There is also a hotel across the street that offers FAMILY accommodations in a townhouse style room! Must call the hotel to make your discounted reservation and reference the AAPG block rate. Block of rooms are limited and will expire 30-days prior to our event, book early! All room fees include breakfast.
Ramada by Wyndham | P. 780-349-2245
Standard 2 Queen or 1 King $149+ applicable fees & taxes
3 Queen (Family) Room $169+ applicable fees & taxes
King Suite $189+ applicable fees & taxes
Westlock Inn (Conference Venue) | P. 780-349-4483
Standard 2 Queen or 1 King $113+ applicable fees & taxes
Executive King $125+ applicable fees & taxes
WestJet has provided a Discount Code for those of you wishing to fly into Edmonton; 5% off Econo & 10% off EconoFlex & Premium! Enter Coupon Code 1H6S2DG in the search screen. Valid for travel into Edmonton April 24th thru May 10th.
Save $50 per person! Early-Bird Registration OPEN until February 28th!
$295 Member $350 Non Member
$90.00 Guest includes Networking + Banquet **Add-on with Registration
Every 4th Registrant is only $195.00!!
CANCELLATION POLICY: Full refund up to and including April 1, 2025. 50% refund between April 2 and including April 17, 2025. No refund on or after April 18, 2025.