Events
AEFAA hosts two signature events each year — a spring conference and trade show, and a fall workshop and trade show. Join your colleagues from across Alberta for professional development, networking, and industry exhibits.
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2026 Fall Workshop and Trade Show
Tradeshow — Sunday, October 19 (evening)
Kick off the conference with our Tradeshow evening, where sponsors and vendors showcase the latest products and services for educational facilities management. A great chance to connect with industry partners, ask questions, and see what's new — refreshments provided.
Professional Development Day — Monday, October 20
A full day of sessions focused on practical skills and knowledge for facilities administrators, covering topics relevant to the challenges you face day to day. Open to all conference attendees.
Alberta Education Session — Tuesday, October 21
A dedicated session featuring updates and guidance from Alberta Education, covering policy changes and priorities affecting educational facilities across the province.
Monday, October 19
5:00 pm — Tradeshow, Mary Schaeffer Ballroom. Food and refreshments provided — bring your business cards for the draws!
Tuesday, October 20
7:00 am — Breakfast, sponsored by Premier Fire and Flood
8:30 am – 4:30 pm — All-Day Session: Contract Law Essentials, hosted by SAIT, generously sponsored by Jason and company at Christensen & McLean Roofing
12:00 pm — Lunch provided
Evening — Free time
Wednesday, October 21
7:00 am — Breakfast, sponsored by Bunzyl
8:30 am — AEFAA Executive Round Table (a member favourite — discussing current issues and challenges in school operations)
10:00 am — Alberta Education Update with Ross Newton
Following — Closing remarks from the AEFAA President
Event Itinerary
Monday, October 19 – Wednesday, October 21, 2026
| Day | Time | Session | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday Oct 19 |
5:00 pm | Tradeshow | Mary Schaeffer Ballroom. Food & refreshments provided — bring your business cards for the draws! |
| Tuesday Oct 20 |
7:00 am | Breakfast | Sponsored by Premier Fire and Flood |
| 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | All-Day Session: Contract Law Essentials | Hosted by SAIT; generously sponsored by Jason and company at Christensen & McLean Roofing | |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch | Provided | |
| Evening | Free Time | ||
| Wednesday Oct 21 |
7:00 am | Breakfast | Sponsored by Bunzyl |
| 8:30 am | AEFAA Executive Round Table | A member favourite — discussing current issues and challenges in school operations | |
| 10:00 am | Alberta Education Update | Ross Newton provides an update on current happenings in his department | |
| Following | Closing Remarks | Delivered by the AEFAA President |
Hotel Accommodations
Jasper Park Lodge (Sept 19 Deadline)
1 Old Lodge Road, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0
- A block of Junior Suite Lakeview rooms is being held for arrival October 19, 2026 (three-night stay).
- Fairmont Room rate: $348.00/night ($309.00 + Daily $39.00 Resort Experience Fee), plus applicable taxes.
- A guest name for each room is required 30 days prior to arrival.
Upcoming Professional Development — Jasper
Contract Law Essentials for Municipal Professionals
One-Day Workshop — Hosted by SAIT
Contracts are a key part of municipal operations, influencing relationships with contractors, suppliers, consultants, service providers, and community partners. Understanding the fundamentals of contract law can help professionals reduce risk, manage obligations effectively, and make informed decisions throughout the life of an agreement.
This practical one-day workshop provides participants with an introduction to the principles of contract law and their application in a municipal environment. Through real-world examples, discussion, and case studies, participants will gain a better understanding of how contracts are formed, interpreted, and managed, while developing the confidence to identify risks and respond appropriately when issues arise.
The workshop is based on the contract law components of SAIT’s Business Law curriculum and has been tailored to address common challenges encountered in local government and public-sector settings.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Explain the key elements required for a legally enforceable contract.
- Understand the roles of offer, acceptance, consideration, capacity, and intention in contract formation.
- Identify common contractual risks and obligations.
- Interpret basic contract terms, conditions, and warranties.
- Recognize situations that may constitute a breach of contract.
- Understand available remedies and options for resolving disputes.
- Apply contract law principles to procurement, project work, vendor relationships, and service agreements.
Topics Covered
- Foundations of Contract Law
- Creating a Legally Binding Agreement
- Essential Elements of a Contract
- Contract Terms, Conditions, and Warranties
- Contract Performance and Breach
- Remedies and Dispute Resolution
- Managing Contractual Risk
- Practical Municipal Contracting Scenarios
Delivery Format
- 1-day instructor-led workshop
- Interactive discussions and practical exercises
- Real-world municipal and public-sector case studies
- Opportunities to apply concepts to workplace situations
This workshop emphasizes practical application over legal theory, providing participants with tools and knowledge they can immediately apply within their organizations.
Past Events
A look back at recent AEFAA conferences and workshops.
