Welcome to the OneAbility Annual Education Day – Supporting Good Governance! Join us online for a day filled with insightful discussions and interactive sessions focused on promoting good governance practices. Our lineup of expert speakers will share valuable knowledge and best practices to help you enhance governance within your organization. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with industry professionals and gain valuable insights. Register now to secure your spot!

Our speakers:

Josh Vander Vies

Josh Vander Vies is a retired Canadian Paralympic boccia player and bronze medalist at the 2012 Paralympic Games. Beyond his athletic career, he is a lawyer focused on charity and not-for-profit law and now works as the Director of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at YVR Airport. Josh is a disabled leader, promoting inclusion, accessibility, and disability rights.

Mike Waters

Mike Waters has been dedicated to building community for over 25 years. He has led and supported numerous initiatives to develop and improve programs, services, facilities, and infrastructure for municipal and regional governments as well as not-for-profit agencies in Canada and the UK.

Throughout his career, Mike has held senior leadership roles focused on community development, social planning, adapted recreation, parks, and universal access. Recently, he has led engagement-focused initiatives to improve systems supporting youth, families, community safety, and healthcare.

In 2007, Mike co-founded Kimmik Consulting, a Victoria-based group that provides group facilitation support, strategic engagement, and training. Kimmik continues to actively support a range of organizations with planning and facilitation needs across Western Canada. 

Event Details
Event Date(s)
November 29, 2024 9:00 AM EST
Organization
Contact Person
Andrea Carey

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