BLC 2025
We are thrilled to welcome you back to our in-person conference and learning event – one designed for board members, leaders, and staff in the non-profit sector to build and expand their skills and mindsets.
This year’s event will provide a variety of topics and learning opportunities to support you and your learning journey. There will be a blend of workshops, facilitated discussions, and networking opportunities.
BOARD LEADERSHIP CALGARY 2025 SCHEDULE – Workshop selections are on a first-come, first-serve basis through the Eventbrite registration. Workshop assignments and locations will be provided with your check-in information on the day of the event.
BLC-2025-ScheduleTo see a list of sessions and presenters by theme, click on any of the learning topics below.
The Event
Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Time: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Bow Valley College – South Campus, 2nd Floor 345 – 6 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4V1
Registration Information
Early Bird (Mar 17 – May 1): $50 (includes fees and taxes)
Regular (May 1 – 17): $65 (includes fees and taxes)
(Registration includes access to all workshops/sessions, morning and afternoon coffee breaks, and lunch.)
Tickets Available: 245 seats for our 2025 event.
Cancellation or Transfer Statement: We understand that schedules change. You may transfer your registration to a colleague or friend at any time for no charge, as long as they attend the same sessions for which you were registered.
Transfer Policy: At any time, you may transfer your registration to a colleague or friend at no cost as long as we are notified of the change at [email protected].
Getting Here
Parking: Accessible along 6 Avenue SE just west of 3 Street SE, Bow Valley College offers an underground parkade that is heated and securely monitored.
Saturday Rate: $7.00 (Flat rate)
C-Train: The City Hall CTrain Station is just steps away, making it one of the easiest ways to get to South, North, and West Campuses. The CTrain is free to ride downtown, just hop on or off at any of the stops along 7 Avenue. As long as you exit the train before leaving downtown, the fare is free.
Bus: The main campus is served by several bus routes. There are also several bus stops right outside of our campus, and within a quick walking distance. To find the bus route that is best for you go to the Calgary Transit website for a list of schedules and maps.
Signing Up for Sessions
The Board Leadership Calgary planning committee is working behind the scenes to line-up our presenters for this year’s event. We have most of our speakers and facilitators confirmed – make sure to check out the schedule at the top of this page. You can sign up for sessions when you register for the event on Eventbrite.
We have yet to confirm a couple of sessions and will be announcing final presenters on a rolling basis as they are confirmed, please check back on our website regularly for updates on topics and presenters.
In May, you will receive an email from our team with the finalized list of sessions and will allow you to pre-register for the sessions you would like to attend at this year’s event.
“The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write,
but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.”
Alvin Toffler