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 Extraordinaire!
Program Highlights
Friday May 3rd Highlights!
Smudge Blessing
OPENING CEREMONIES & Minister Ellis Address
New Member Orientation Training OR "Role of the Chair" Option
Informative Presentations include:
Internal Self Assessment of Effectiveness
Role of Police Governance
Networking Event: Historic Cemetery Tour OR Galt Museum
Banquet Speaker: Dan Jones "The Victim-Offender Overlap"
Saturday May 4th Highlights
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
ALERT-CAC & Alberta Police Advisory Board updates
Educational Sessions:
How to Review & Write Police Policy (Commissions)
Creation of a Policing Committee (Advisory)
Presentations to be confirmed:
Panel on Community Engagement of Policing Needs
Changing Systemic Discrimination in the Service
OR Proactive Model of Community Policing
Policing for Reconciliation
Ministry Updates
Roundtable Idea Sharing
Closing Address
Lakeview Room; Agri-Food Hub, Lethbridge
NETWORKING: Taiko Drummers & Hutterian Singers or Youth Musicians, plus Cash Bar with 1 Drink Ticket per attendee and First Nations appetizers.
Student Artists and Silent Auction: bid to take home your choice of Student Artwork, or other Silent Auction Donations!
Buffet Dinner includes:
• Choice of Quails Gate Pinot Noir or Sumac Ridge Reserve Gewurztraminer wine
• Smoked Brisket, Miso Glazed Cod, Fried Parmesan Brussel Sprouts, Jalapeno & Cheese Cornbread, Maple Sweet Potato Mash, Rice Pilaf with Sauteed Mushrooms & Green Peas, and Spinach or Roasted Broccoli Salad to start.
• Crème Brulee or Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding to finish your evening!
Banquet Speaker: Dan Jones, MSt “The Victim-Offender Overlap”
Dan worked 3 years as a correctional officer and 22 years as a Police Officer; obtaining the rank of Inspector. He is currently a PhD Candidate with his focus of study looking at how research & evidence-based practice can create positive systems change.
A representative from ALL AAPG Members and Associate Members should attend.
This year our venue will be at the Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge. The Hotel & Conference Centre boasts fantastic views from every room of the enclosed Atrium with its abundant lush greenery and indoor pool/hot tub. The location on the edge of the Coulee and within walking distance to downtown, makes it easy to explore local attractions and fare, such as viewing the famous High Level Bridge or visiting the adjacent Galt Museum. The hotel offers hide-a-beds in each room and Queen suites with separate bedrooms, so bring your family along to play in the pool! (Be sure to add-on your significant other as a Banquet guest during registration). Must call the hotel to make your discounted reservation and reference 327368
Block of rooms are limited-BOOK BY APRIL 2ND! All rooms include breakfast voucher for the on-site breakfast buffet. Sandman Signature BOOKING | P. 403-328-1123
Standard Double $169 + $10per additional guest (2 or more), applicable fees & taxes
Standard King $169 + $10per additional guest (2 or more), applicable fees & taxes
Queen (Family) Suite $169 + $10per additional guest (2 or more), applicable fees & taxes
WestJet has provided a Discount Code for those of you wishing to fly into Lethbridge; 5% off Econo & 10% off Premium! Enter Coupon Code 2X6W5ZL in the search screen. Valid for travel into Lethbridge April 24th to May 11th.
Early-Bird Member Registration Open Now!
Save $45 per Registrant until March 3rd!!
$280 Early-Bird Member $350 Early-Bird Non Member
$90.00 Guest includes Networking + Banquet
Every 4th Registrant is only $180.00!!
SEE YOU IN LETHBRIDGE!
CANCELLATION POLICY: Full refund up to and including April 1, 2024. 50% refund between April 2 and including April 18, 2024. No refund on or after April 19, 2024.