Annual Fall Conference 2025
The AFOA Atlantic Annual Fall Conference, will take place on November 26 and 27, 2025 at the Delta Dartmouth! This event is designed for finance employees, human resources managers and public administration staff in the Atlantic region.
Pre-conference workshops will be held on November 25 from 8:15 AM – 4 PM. Delegates will select a workshop on either of the following topics:
Conflict Resolution and Mediation: This full-day introductory workshop equips participants from Indigenous communities with practical conflict resolution and mediation skills, grounded in self-awareness, respectful communication, and a trauma-informed approach. Participants will learn how to address workplace and community conflicts in ways that build trust, strengthen relationships, and meet legislative responsibilities.
Microsoft Co-Pilot: This workshop explores the practical usage of Microsoft 365 Copilot across Microsoft 365 apps, demonstrating how to streamline workflow and increase productivity. Learning outcomes include identifying and applying the key features of Microsoft 365 Copilot for each MS 365 application, understanding how Microsoft 365 Copilot integrates with Teams to provide a centralized hub for work-related information. and utilizing it’s AI capabilities.
Conference topics include:
- AI transformation in the workplace
- Investment options for First Nations communities
- Bill S-2 update
- Travel claim procedure
- Unlocking Capital for your First Nation
- Matrimonial Real Property
Room Booking
Please click here to book your room. To secure your prefered rate of $152 per night, rooms must be booked by October 30, 2025.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Venue:
Delta Dartmouth Hotel – 240 Brownlow Ave, Dartmouth, NS B3B 1X6
Dates:
Preconference – November 25
Main Conference – November 26 and 27
Thank you for your interest. Our ticket sales have ended. If you have further questions, please contact:
conference@afoaatlantic.ca
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Pre-conference Workshops
To be announced.
CARVO Group – Detry Carragher (President, Senior Consultant)
9:00am to 12:00pm – Managing Workplace Performance of Friends, Relatives and Community Members
- Overseeing the work and performance of friends, relatives, and community members can be challenging. This workshop offers essential insights and strategies for maintaining professionalism while balancing personal relationships.
1:00pm to 4:00pm – Fundamentals of Conducting Internal Workplace Investigations
- Gain foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to plan, conduct, and document effective internal workplace investigations. Participants will become familiar with the investigation framework, collecting and analyzing evidence, interviewing
Peace Hills Trust – Georgina Villeneuve (VP Trust Services)
9:00am to 4:00pm – Wills & Estates: The Role of the Executor
- This workshop on the Role of an Executor is designed to provide individuals with an understanding of the work involved in being an Executor and Trustee in the administration of Estates and Testamentary Trusts, as well as a basic grounding in Wills and Will Interpretation. You will also learn about the legal and tax environment, and the level of competence required to be an Executor.