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2026 RECREATION AND LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Atii Pigialauqta!!
OCTOBER 2-4, 2026
IQALUIT, NU
RPAN is pleased to offer delegates again this year
the option of choosing training in one of two streams including the
Recreation Leadership Stream (Recreation Directors or Coordinators) or the Facility Management Stream
The 2026 Recreation and Leadership Conference will bring together Recreation and Sport leaders from across Nunavut to network, collaborate and share best practices from their community and region. Recreation and facility professionals will receive practical leadership skills, real-life tools, and peer support through hands-on learning that will support their day-to-day roles and responsibilities.
Held October 2-4 at the Aqsarniit Hotel and Conference Centre in Iqaluit, NU this weekend promises something for everyone!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 - WELCOME RECEPTION
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Official Welcome & Networking (ALL)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
FACILITIES STREAM
Sessions to include:
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Natural Ice Making
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Marking, lining and painting ice
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Arena & building maintenance
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Custodial tips and procedures for a welcoming facility
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and more
** Please note sessions are subject to change without notice. ***
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
RECREATION STREAM
Sessions to include:
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Daily planning and organization workshop
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Risk Management and safety scenarios
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Running a Great Program: From Idea to Delivery
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Working with Youth leaders and Volunteers
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Roundtable Discussion: What I wish I knew my first year
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Special Events and the Importance of recreation in the north
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and more
** Please note sessions are subject to change without notice. ***
***Please note that communities are welcome to register as many recreation and facility staff as they wish, but based on demand, RPAN may only be able to cover flights for 2 members per community. Each registration will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. ***
Don't miss out on EARLY BIRD pricing (ends August 28, 2026)!
Deadline to register: Friday, September 11, 2026
EARLY BIRD PRICING (ENDING AUG. 28) REGULAR FEE (AFTER AUG. 28)
RPAN MEMBERS: $375(per person) RPAN MEMBERS: $425(per person)
NON-MEMBERS: $475(per person) NON-MEMBERS: $525(per person)
Conference Registration includes:
• Option of Recreation Leadership or Facility Management Streams
• Networking Opportunities
• Access to all workshops and resources
• Welcome reception (Friday night)
• Coffee breaks and snacks
• 2 breakfasts & 2 lunches (Saturday and Sunday)
• A ticket to Recreation and Sports Award Gala Dinner on Saturday, October 3
• Delegate gift package
• Airfare for those travelling from out-of-town (Association members only)
• Shared accommodations (double occupancy) – out-of-town travelers only (Association members only)
The Recreation and Parks Association of Nunavut is dedicated to serving communities across Nunavut to increase access to quality, organized recreation programs to enhance the physical and mental well-being of all Nunavummuit.
RPAN annually hosts a Recreation and Sport Leader Conference to support the ongoing need for professional develop, certification and networking for the recreation and sport sector in Nunavut.
For more information, please email Aaron Robinson at arobinson@rpan.ca
