AMSSA and its member agencies and stakeholders organize public community events, workshops for newcomers to Canada as well as professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences for (re)settlement, language training diversity and inclusion sector employees. Community events and workshops which are continuous are listed below the calendar.
New to the ED Role? Join us for three mornings this July
We are pleased to share a leadership learning opportunity for new and incoming executive directors, and anyone in a similar senior leadership role.
Vantage Point is offering Executive Director 101 this July; a three-part program that supports first-time EDs with practical skills and knowledge to succeed in their role.
Delivered by Jan Damery, an experienced ED, this program explores the full scope of the executive director position across eight key competencies:
- Leadership • Governance • Financial Management • Human Resources • Fund Development • Program and Service Management • Community and Public Relations • Administration
Participants will:
- Build broad knowledge of the technical requirements of the non-profit ED role
- Explore best practices in leadership, governance, mission impact, and operations
- Connect with fellow non-profit leaders from across BC
- Develop a personalized 12-month action plan to support their success
Summer 2026 Schedule (via Zoom):
July 10, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
July 17, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
July 24, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $649 Non-member | $584 Member
Bursaries available!
Questions: info@thevantagepoint.ca
Ongoing Community Events/Programs
English Upgrading Classes for Adults
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:40 – 2:40 p.m.
September 2025 – January 2026
Free LINC classes for adults
September 2025 – January 2026
