2010 Schedule

Funding Available

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$250 Bursaries
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Featured Speaker

Rob Ellis - Keynote
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Rob has become an outspoken advocate for health, safety and wellness in the workplace since the death of his son David in 1999. Rob has developed international partnerships with companies dedicated to becoming champion employers. His work with young people, parents and businesses has been widely publicized across Canada and the United States.
 

Testimonials

I just wanted to say that I thoroughly enjoyed the risk management conference; it was an eye-opener and a great opportunity to network with the industry's best. Thanks ever so much.

Karen Oljemark, John Abbott College, Quebec

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May 31st - June 1st, 2010 - Wilderness Tours, Ottawa Valley, ON

Algonquin College, Eastern Canada's leader in outdoor training, presents the Risk in Education Conference.This conference will bring together teachers, school administrators, students and parents, with industry experts, service providers and insurance representatives to discuss critical issues facing every education practitioner undertaking learning activities that take place outside the traditional classroom setting. Whether you represent a junior, middle or high school; a public, independent or private school; a college, CEGEP or university; a youth service organization, outdoor centre or a camp, this conference will expand your approach to running safe and effective non-traditional learning programs.

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Who, What Why
If you are responsible for the development, delivery, or supervision of outside the classroom learning, you will want to attend this conference. Educators, school administrators, educational associations, industry experts, and service providers are coming together to discuss critical issues facing every experiential learning program in Canada.

Stay up-to-date with industry standards and best practices. As someone with a vested interest in planning learning activities that take place outside the traditional classroom setting, you will also benefit from the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with colleagues and industry experts. more


SHSM Workshop Series
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We've brought back a series of workshops for teachers and administrators involved in SHSM programs. We're focusing on students in the workplace.  View SHSM Workshops

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Beautiful Resort Location

wt-montage.pngThe Risk in Education Conference will take place at the Wilderness Tours outdoor resort, located near Beachburg, ON, about 2 hours from Ottawa. Wilderness Tours is a full-featured resort including: hearty, wholesome food with vegetarian alternatives at each meal, and licensed dining; cozy accommodations and scenic campsites; indoor lounge with pool tables and 2 fireplaces; heated sports pool and 2 large hot tubs; and a large sun deck. more





 
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