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Professional Certificate in Parks and Recreation Leadership

September 11 - November 18, 2025

Advance your career with the Professional Certificate in Parks and Recreation Leadership! Join PRO and Schulich Executive Education (Schulich ExecED) for this NEW program.

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Parks and Recreation Management Certificate

October 3 - November 7, 2025

In partnership with the Schulich School of Business, this program focuses on the three pillars for successful leadership: Communication, Strategic Management and Political Acuity.

PRO Expedition Education Conference and Trade Show

November 18-21, 2025

Join us as we celebrate knowledge, creativity, and discovery in parks and recreation. We’re calling all trailblazers to connect, innovate, and shape the future of our communities.

Smarter Systems, Stronger Teams: Leading AI Adoption with Confidence in Recreation

July 15, 2025

This session introduces recreation professionals to practical, low-barrier ways to leverage AI for impact today, while also laying the groundwork for responsible, ethical adoption tomorrow.

'Nothing about us, without us': Centring Indigenous Voices in Parks and Recreation

September 23, 2025

Created in 2013, Rise is an Indigenous-owned national management consultancy supporting Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. Rise Consulting is dedicated to the core tenet, "nothing about you, without you", centring the voices of Indigenous Peoples.

Becoming Anti-Ableist: Advancing Disability Inclusion in Parks and Recreation

August 12, 2025

Weaving powerful lived experiences and evidence-based practices, Elisabeth and Shawna will spark a shift in how parks and recreation professionals think about and engage with the world’s largest minority group.

From Participants to Partners: Transforming Youth Engagement, Access, and Inclusion in Recreation

October 7, 2025

Drawing from her research in risk, responsibility, and harm in youth sport, Dr. Pennock will discuss why rethinking the way we engage with today's youth is essential for increasing youth engagement, improving mental health outcomes, and uplifting future recreation and sport leaders.

Removing Barriers, Creating Community: Empowering BIPOC Access to Outdoor Recreation

September 9, 2025

Join our webinar to hear how Dionne and a team of dedicated volunteers are working to increase representation of racialized people engaging in outdoor recreation by reducing barriers to access, creating community, providing resources, and facilitating education.

The Art of Placemaking: How Parks and Recreation Spaces Make Our Neighbourhoods Home

October 21, 2025

Join us to hear from Founder and Executive Director, Leah Houston, to learn about Mabelle Arts is charting a new course for park use and redefining the role of public space in low-income communities.

Professional Development Opportunities

Virtual learning through our PRO Learning Lab offers easy-to-use, on-demand opportunities to upskill your parks and recreation knowledge.

Actioning your Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy

Join our 3-part microlearning series, with sessions on anti-racism, anti-oppression, and bias mitigation. Gain essential skills to foster inclusivity, equality, and empowerment in parks and recreation.

Unlock the Potential of Conflict

Discover the power of productive conflict with our 4-part microlearning series and learn to navigate tough conversations, build healthier relationships, and turn conflicts into opportunities for growth and collaboration.

How to Offer Online Training

Stay ahead in the virtual world with training designed to help you deliver impactful online sessions for all ages. Learn new methods, boost participation, and use resources to facilitate engaging, effective virtual training for your recreation community.

HIGH FIVE® Training Opportunities

Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD)

Experience training to connect with children aged 4 to 12 - become a Caring Leader who fosters quality programs that support growth, development, and potential through research-based insights and hands-on experience.

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Principles of Healthy Aging (PHA)

Enhance older adults' recreation with evidence-based strategies, addressing ageism, enhancing program planning, and emphasizing physical literacy for better well-being.

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Become a HIGH FIVE® Trainer (PHCD)

Amplify your impact as a certified Principles of Healthy Child Development trainer, sparking the future of exceptional programs.

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Strengthening Children's Mental Health

This one-day training, in partnership with CMHA Ontario, equips children’s program leaders with tools to support staff in promoting mental health, addressing stress, environment impacts, and enhancing understanding of children facing challenges through activities and strategies.

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Quality Experience Scanning Tool 1 (PHCD)

The HIGH FIVE® QUEST 1 Tool is used to examine, measure, and evaluate the extent to which an organization's established policies, procedures, and systems promote and support the healthy development of children.

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Quality Experience Scanning Tool 1 (PHA)

The HIGH FIVE® Policy and Procedure Evaluation tool assesses programs for older adults. Review, measure and evaluate the extent to which programs support healthy aging.

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Become a HIGH FIVE® Trainer (PHA)

Amplify your impact as a certified Principles of Healthy Aging trainer, sparking the future of exceptional programs.

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Quality Experience Scanning Tool 2 (PHCD)

This scientifically validated HIGH FIVE® tool is used to examine, measure, and assess the extent to which programs for children, aged 4 to 12, promote and support healthy child development.

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Quality Experience Scanning Tool 2 (PHA)

The HIGH FIVE® tool assesses programs for older adults. Review, measure and evaluate the extent to which programs support healthy aging.

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HIGH FIVE® Sport

Elevate your coaching skills by focusing on child development, motivation, and sports strategies. Earn a certificate and 3 NCCP points while inspiring a lifelong passion for sports.

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