The Welcoming and Inclusive Initiative will be a hosting a meeting of the Provincial Network of Welcoming and Inclusive Communities on September 30, 2010. This will be an opportunity for municipalities to connect, learn about the ongoing work of the Network, share best practices and provide input into the future work of the initiative. The meeting will be held via Webinar to allow greater participation from members while eliminating the costs associated with travel and accommodation. Below you will find information on the date and time of the event, a tentative agenda, computer requirements to access the webinar and registration information.
Date and Time
Date: Thursday, September 30
Time: 1:30 – 3:00 pm
Tentative Agenda
- Welcome and Introductions
- Overview and Updates of the WIC Initiative
- Provincial Network Working Group Updates
- Research
- Internet
- Membership
- Provincial Campaign
- Presentation of new WIC Microsite
- Sharing Best Practices
- Presentations from two communities
1. Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
2. Wetaskiwin
- Discussion
- Discussion re: Next Steps
Computer Requirements
To participate in this webinar you require a computer with internet access and speakers.
Upon registration you will receive an email providing information on how to access the webinar software from your computer. This link will also provide you with an opportunity to test the system. Please test it prior to the meeting so that we have to time to resolve any issues you might have.
Registration Information
To register for this webinar please reply to me, Marc Colbourne, Senior Project Coordinator – Welcoming and Inclusive Communities before Friday, September 24. You will receive a confirmation e-mail with information on how to connect to the webinar.
The Provincial Network of Welcoming and Inclusive Communities is comprised of municipalities that are actively engaged in efforts to combat racism and other forms of discrimination in their communities.
The Network aims to provide a space for the sharing of best practices and lessons learned, work
collectively on the development of resources and initiatives and to broaden the reach of welcoming and
inclusive initiatives throughout the province.
The Welcoming and Inclusive Communities Initiative is a partnership between the Alberta Urban
Municipalities Association, the Alberta Human Rights Commission and the Human Rights branch of
Alberta Culture and Community Spirit.
If you have any questions about this meeting, please contact me via email or the phone number below.
I look forward to your participation in this meeting.
Marc Colbourne
Senior Project Coordinator
Welcoming and Inclusive Communities
Alberta Municipal Place
300-8616 51 Ave Edmonton, AB T6E 6E6
Phone: 780.989.7419
Toll-free: 310-AUMA
Fax: 1.780.433.4454
