PRO EX Summit
Mark your calendars for April 30 - May 1, 2026 as we celebrate knowledge, creativity and discovery in parks and recreation.
About
We're thrilled to host the 2026 PRO EX Summit - a high-impact, professional development experience bringing together leaders from across Ontario’s parks and recreation sector. This is where ideas spark, skills grow, and community impact takes centre stage!
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Join us this spring for unparalleled networking, knowledge-sharing and learning opportunities.​​ Stay tuned for more updates on what promises to be an unforgettable event!
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Dates: April 30 - May 1, 2026​
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Location: The Brock Niagara Falls-Fallsview Hotel (Niagara Falls, ON)
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Pricing: $720+HST (PRO Members) $900+HST (Non-Members)
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Accommodations: special group rates are being held until March 30, 2026. Please request "Parks & Recreation Ontario" by calling the reservations department directly at 1-800-519-9911 or completing an online booking.​
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.
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Registration is currently full. Please join our waitlist.
Member Benefit:
PRO members receive exclusive, member-only pricing for PRO EX Summit registration. This preferred member rate is designed to add immediate value, while providing access to one of PRO’s professional learning events.
Event Highlight - Cocktails & Keynote
Day 1 | Apr 30
Cocktails & Keynote
7:00 PM
Meet Shaun Boothe
Shaun Boothe is an award-winning hip-hop artist and world-renowned speaker who has gained recognition for his ‘Unauthorized Biography Series’, a critically acclaimed musical project that is a unique celebration of some of the world’s most influential cultural icons. Featuring iconic figures such as Bob Marley, Terry Fox, Chris Hadfield, Malala Yousafzai, Serena Williams, Oprah Winfrey, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., among others , Shaun Boothe captivates and empowers through a series of biographical hip-hop tracks, revitalizing their stories and legacy in a way that is truly one of a kind. Shaun has shared stages with several prominent celebrities such as Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, and Lauryn Hill. His innovative and creative work has garnered attention internationally and features in publications and esteemed media outlets such as Forbes, The CBC, The Globe and Mail, and many others. After spending over ten years in the music industry, Boothe decided to focus on his passion for motivating others through his work. He has since then become a successful motivational speaker and performing artist, moving others to achieve their own greatness. Shaun’s series is regularly presented at events which include national and regional associations, corporations, college and university campuses, and performing arts centres around the world.
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Cocktails & keynote social is generously sponsored by Active Network.
Frequently Asked Questions - For Delegates
PRO EX Summit Trade Show
Elevate your brand at high-impact, professional development experience, bringing together leaders from across Ontario's parks and recreation sector! Complete the Trade Show Interest Form to apply for a booth to showcase your offering to over 170 delegates.
Frequently Asked Questions - For Exhibitors
SHARE YOUR EXPERTISE
Call for Speakers
We're looking for engaging and knowledgeable speakers who can spark ideas and share real-world experiences with attendees.
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Do you - or someone you know - have expertise to share, fresh thinking to showcase, or practical tools that can elevate the sector? We want to hear from you. Submit a proposal and help shape the future of parks and recreation in Ontario!
Submission deadline: February 1, 2026
Call for Trainers
​We’re also seeking proposals for half and full-day training sessions that deliver deeper learning and hands-on skills development. Sessions should include a completion certificate and are best suited for advanced or specialized topics that benefit from more time and interaction.
Submission deadline: February 1, 2026
About
We’re thrilled to host Canada’s premier event for parks and recreation professionals! Join us from November 18-21 for the largest gathering in the sector—featuring unparalleled networking, knowledge-sharing, education and professional development opportunities.​
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We're calling all trailblazers to connect, innovate, and shape the future of our communities. Stay tuned for more updates on what promises to be an unforgettable milestone event!
Conference Pricing
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Member Rate: $1,150 + HST
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Non-Member Rate: $1,475 + HST
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Student Rate: $800 + HST
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Elected Official Rate: $1,335 + HST
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PRO Expedition is now SOLD OUT!
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GET INVOLVED
Sponsorship & Trade Show
Elevate your brand at the largest gathering of parks and recreation professionals in the nation! Secure your spot as a sponsor or reserve a trade show booth to showcase your offerings to over 500 delegates.
All exhibitors are required to have insurance. Learn more about insurance requirements.