About
PRO EX Exchange: Inclusion is a focused, one-day professional development experience dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging across Ontario's parks and recreation sector.
As communities continue to evolve, recreation professionals are seeking meaningful strategies, practical tools, and innovative approaches that help create more welcoming, accessible, and inclusive spaces for all.
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Date: November 4, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Location: Lionhead Golf Club & Conference Centre (Brampton, ON)
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What's included: Breakfast, lunch & refreshment breaks, networking opportunities, 10 expert-led breakout sessions, and practical takeaways for parks and recreation professionals.
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Pricing: $450+HST (PRO Members) $600+HST (Non-members)
Important Reminder: Member pricing will only be extended to current PRO members who have renewed their membership for 2026. Need help renewing? Contact us today.
*Stay tuned for program announcements and speaker lineup!
Member Benefit:
PRO members receive exclusive, member-only pricing for PRO EX Exchange registration. This preferred member rate is designed to add immediate value, while providing access to one of PRO’s professional learning events.
Event Highlight - Keynote
Meet Mike Shoreman
Mike Shoreman is a mental health and accessibility educator, professional speaker, coach, author, and advocate whose transformative journey has inspired audiences worldwide. Diagnosed in 2018 with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, a chronic neurological condition that drastically altered his life, Mike Shoreman overcame immense challenges to become a symbol of resilience and empowerment. As a best-selling author and the subject of a multi-award-winning documentary, his work has raised critical awareness for youth mental health, earning him prestigious accolades, including the 2024 Changemaker of the Year Award and the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
PRO EX Exchange Sponorship
Elevate your brand at high-impact, professional development experience, bringing together leaders from across Ontario's parks and recreation sector!