Victoria

Regional Learning Series 2025

May 21, 2025 – May 22, 2025
8:00AM – 4:30PM
In-person event

The Victoria Chapter is pleased to invite you to an in-person, professional development event designed specifically for Canadian Public Sector Financial Management Experts, held in the city of Victoria, B.C.

This modified national event builds on the success of the Public Sector Financial Management Workshop, now expanded to welcome broader participation from across the Western Provinces. Just like prior years, delegates can expect an enhanced experience that will feature an impressive roster of high-caliber speakers, an exhibit area showcasing leading industry partners, and an expansive facility for valued networking opportunities.

Agenda (PST)

Day 1 – Wednesday, May 21 & Day 2 – Thursday, May 22

7:00-8:00 Registration & Breakfast
8:00-10:00 Plenary Sessions
10:00-10:30 Refreshment Break
10:30-12:00 Plenary Sessions
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-2:30 Plenary Sessions
2:30-3:00 Refreshment Break
3:00-4:30 Plenary Sessions

Please note that there is a Social Event on Wednesday 21, between 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

Here is the list of confirmed speakers: Speakers

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, May 21 and Thursday, May 22 | Two-day event
Location: Victoria Conference Centre | Carson Hall | Second floor: 720 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
Up to 14 CPD credits
Price: $665.00 for 2 days
Early Bird Pricing: $595.00 for 2 days will be available until 7pm PST, March 28, 2025
Includes breakfast, lunch, and refreshments

Back by popular demand, the Social Event following the first day’s activities will be held again at the Sticky Wicket Pub: 919 Douglas St, Victoria, BC. Tickets will be by donation and are limited in quantity.

Accommodation: Preferred rates at the Fairmont Empress (adjoined to the conference centre) are available for event attendees using the link: https://book.passkey.com/go/FMIC0525

More details will be provided leading up to the event.

For more information, please contact: victoriachapter@fmi.ca

The registration deadline for this event is 11:59 PM (EST) May 16, 2025

Speakers

Richard Zussman

Richard Zussman is the Legislative reporter for Global BC based at the B.C. Legislature. Richard co-wrote the national bestselling book A Matter of Confidence about the lead up and fallout of the historic 2017 BC provincial election. He has won multiple awards for his journalism including Jack Webster awards for his coverage of the 2017 election, the 2019 and 2023 wildfires, the COVID-19 pandemic and money laundering in B.C. casinos. Richard lives in Victoria with his wife and two kids.

Jason Brolund

Jason serves as the Fire Chief for the growing community of West Kelowna and the Westbank First Nation. Jason led hundreds of firefighters through the devastating McDougall Creek Wildfire in the summer of 2023, evacuating over 25,000 residents and saving thousands of homes from destruction.

Previously, Jason served as Deputy Fire Chief with the Kelowna Fire Department. Jason has been involved in emergency services for the past 29 years. He was directly involved in the emergency management component of major wildfires and floods in British Columbia and as a Venue Fire Commander during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.

Jason holds a Bachelor degree in Technology with a specialization in Emergency Management. He has been awarded the British Columbia Provincial Fire Services Long Service Medal, the Canadian Fire Services Exemplary Services Medal and the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his service to Canada.

In 2022, Jason was named West Kelowna Citizen of the Year. Jason is passionate about protecting communities from Wildfire and serves on the board of the Fire Chiefs Association of British Columbia and FireSmart BC.