New information being released daily!
RMA is looking forward to welcoming our elected officials and administrators at this year’s fall convention, which will take place November 20-22, 2018 at the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton. New in 2018, the convention will take place on the Assembly Level and shuttles will transport you from the hotels directly to the doors on this level. We look forward to a strong agenda including our AGM, plenaries, the Ministerial Forum, and a number of diverse workshops.
Registration
Both Delegate and Partner Program registration opens on Monday, September 17, 2018.
Accommodations
Our partner hotels are now accepting bookings for November, so please take a moment to ensure all your rooms booked. It is important to note that Grey Cup 2018 is being hosted in Edmonton during the same timeframe, and therefore we advise that you book your rooms as soon as possible. Click here for more information on our hotels.
Keynote Speaker
This year we are pleased to have sought-after inspirational speaker, Amanda Lindhout join us to deliver a life-changing, transformational keynote experience. Amanda will share her story of when she was working as a journalist in Somalia and abducted by a group of masked men along a dusty road. Amanda spent 460 days as a hostage, surviving on strategy, fortitude and hope in the face of unimaginable adversity.
New Banquet Format
With the Grey Cup also on during the Convention, RMA is throwing a Tailgate party on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 sponsored by Brownlee LLP. Come join in the fun with food, music and activities. Full convention registration will include a Tailgate ticket. Extra tickets for spouses/partners or staff/AMSA are available to purchase during the registration process.
Partners Program
The Partners Program has a number of exciting activities, including the Jubilations Dinner Theatre, a trip to the WEM for all your shopping needs, and an opportunity for you be creative while making your Christmas cards.
To stay connected with the latest information from RMA, visit rmalberta.com.
For enquiries, please contact:
Cindy Carstairs
Administrative and Convention Coordinator
cindy@RMAlberta.com
Tasha Blumenthal
Director of External Relations & Advocacy
tasha@RMAlberta.com