Network Before Conference Even Begins!
 

Want to know who is registered to attend conference 2010? Want to chat with a speaker(s) directly? Now you can!

BC HRMA is excited to offer conference attendees the opportunity to network prior to conference via a virtual community online created through Ning. Join other attendees, conference presenters and BC HRMA staff for all the latest information and updates about our 2010 Conference.

How it works:
This online community is exclusive to conference attendees. Once you have registered for conference you will receive an email invitation the following day to join the BC HRMA conference networking site. Click on the link and follow the directions to set up your profile and wait for final approval. You will receive notification once your membership has been approved by our administrators and then you are all set to go..

Start the conversation… Join the conversation… it's your community!

 
 
 
Continental Breakfast in Showcase
7:00 am - 8:00 am
 
Come early to beat the registration rush and then relax and touch base with your fellow registrants as you prepare to make the most of your conference 2010 experience!
 
 
CHRP Breakfast
8:00 am - 9:00 am
 
Start conference off right by sharing a 'deluxe continental' breakfast with other conference attendees who have their Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation. This breakfast is only for CHRP's attending conference, whether for the full conference or just the single day.
 
Please note that you must indicate that you will be attending either on your online or manual registration.
 
 
Young Professionals Orientation Breakfast
8:00 am - 9:00 am
 
This session is only for practitioners in the first five years of their HR careers. Please check back here for more details.
 
 
Lunch in Showcase
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
 
The Showcase will be open on Wednesday and Thursday. This is a great chance to connect with a few key exhibitors and to tour the room to discover who you need to stop and visit later.
 
 
Welcome Reception
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
 
This is a great opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues and compare notes on all you have learned in your first day of conference. The welcome reception is open to all conference registrants. Enjoy a free beverage, delicious appetizers and a few surprises compliments of BC HRMA.
 
If you are not attending conference, or wish to bring a guest to the reception, you will be able to register separately for this event through our regular online Calendar.
 
 
Willow Stream Spa Event
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
 
You're invited to be a part of an exclusive evening of relaxation at the fabulous Willow Stream Spa. Complete with mini-spa treatments, refreshments, gift bags and an opportunity to mix and mingle amidst terrific views of Vancouver, it's guaranteed to be a terrific night.
 
With only 25 spaces available don't miss your chance, be sure to register today! $40.00 + GST
 
 
Mystery Dinner (optional)
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
 
Back by popular demand, we are pleased to offer the Mystery Dinner option. During this evening, you will have the opportunity to either select your own group of 10 or let your name be drawn in a random grouping. Your group will then be whisked away to a "mystery" location for an evening of great food and good fellowship. All restaurants will be within walking distance or short taxi ride from the conference centre.
 
To ensure your place at a table register today starting at $45 (meal, gratuity & transportation only). Maximum 80 participants.
 
 
 
Continental Breakfast in Showcase
8:00 am - 9:00 am
 
 
Networking Luncheon
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
 
Seated networking luncheon with "Rules for Renegades" presentation by Christine Comoford.
 
 
President's Wine Reception
5:15 - 6:00 pm
 
Join BC HRMA's President, Jay-Ann Fordy, board members, staff and advisory council members for the President's Wine Reception prior to our Awards Gala. There will be delicious appetizers, specially selected wines and an opportunity to network. Please note that this event requires a ticket and is only available to guests attending the Awards Gala.
 
 
Awards & CHRP Recognition Gala
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
 
The most talked about, most surprising and definitely the most electrifying event at conference. This fantastic gala evening celebrates the best in the HR industry with the presentation of the Awards of Excellence: Innovation and HR Professional of the Year plus the much anticipated Rising Star Award. The Awards of Excellence are sponsored by the Globe and Mail and Knightsbridge. The Rising Star Award is sponsored by The Vancouver Sun and Province and Toombs Inc. PLUS . . .well don't forget your dancing shoes is all we are going to tell you!

Please note that this event requires a ticket for admission. This event is included in the full conference registration. If you have already registered and did not indicate you would be attending please contact conreg@bchrma.org or call 604.694.6946 to be included.
 
 
 
Networking Continental Breakfast
8:00 am - 9:00 am
 
Enjoy continental breakfast while comparing notes with your fellow conference attendees.
 
 
Power Plenary and Closing Luncheon
12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
 
End conference on a high note by allowing Dr. J.P. Pawliw-Fry to teach you the principles of emotional intelligence and high performance, and inspire you to take your career, business and personal life to the next level.