Building Futures

About the Event

The 2024 Building Futures Conference will bring together Alberta's Skilled Trades Instructors for two and half days of education, engagement, and collaboration. Showcasing success, advocacy for common issues, exposure to new techniques and technologies, this conference offers delegates a chance to network and learn from industry leaders.

Delegates from across Canada will participate and engage in a welcome reception, keynote presentations and numerous educational break-out sessions.

We will be focusing our content in three educational streams:

Technology Advancement, to include Green Technology
Teaching and Learning, with such topics as Diversity and Inclusion, Reconciliation and Adult education
Business Leadership, with discussions around mentorship, coaching leaders, and professional development for new instructors

Space is limited, so be sure to register early
Please note, you may be photographed or appear in video footage during the event

VFairs App

Setting Up Your Vfairs Account

Please set up your account on Vfairs! To access the event, please visit buildingfutures.vfairs.com and set up your mobile account. If you don't know your password, you can re-set it by entering the email address you registered with and "Forgot Password" and follow the directions.

The app will provide you with easy access to all the sessions, sign-up for break-out sessions, connect with other delegates, networking opportunities, and other features that will enhance your experience.

Vfairs app codes

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vFairs.mobileApp&hl=en&gl=US&pli=1
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vfairs/id1585965738

Keynote Speaker Spotlight

Shawn Kanungo: Innovation Strategist and Bestselling Author

Michael Holmes Jr

Sherry Holmes

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I pay for the conference?

You will need to pay through a SAIT sponsored secure link . Once payment is received you will be directed to the registration page.

How do I register for the conference?

You’ll need to fill out our registration form to gain access to the event.

Can I cancel my registration? Cancellation & Delegate Pass Transfer Policy

No refunds will be issued for cancellations. Delegates can transfer their Conference Pass between participants from the same organization. Substitution requests must be made to Building Futures by email buildingfutures@getvfairs.io and received before Friday, March 15, 2024

How will my information be used?

The summit is hosted by the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, SAIT. Managed by Alberta Deans of Apprenticeship & Trades, ADAT. The information you provide upon registration will be used to establish you as a user on the platform and to create your login credentials. Your registration information (name, location, educational institution/company) will also be used for reporting purposes of these parties. Personal registration information will not be used by or shared with other parties and will be kept confidential in accordance with the Canadian Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. Images, video, comments, engagement feedback, and evaluation feedback captured at the conference will be used for qualitative and quantitative storytelling to partners and stakeholders, on social media, and other mediums.

What accommodations have you made for food allergies?

Attendees can request food preferences upon registration. Please note: All food will be prepared in a communal kitchen. While the best efforts will be made to ensure there is no cross-contamination of allergens, we cannot guarantee that food will not come in contact with trace allergens.

Will there be accommodation on-site?

There is no accommodation on-site. Please check the Travel and Accommodation page for more information on hotels located close to the conference.

Travel & Accommodation

Are you coming from out of town and want to enjoy Calgary while you are here? We will have some great networking opportunities during the conference and an evening reception starting at 7pm, April 23rd. If you would like to extend your stay, visit Tourism Calgary for information on things to see and do.

Accommodations: There are no onsite accommodations available, however there are a few hotels in the area we recommend. These are a short drive, or C-Train ride to campus.

Hotel Arts - Hotel Arts

We have secured a preferred, discounted rate with Hotel Arts.
Luxury Room (1 King or 2 Queen Beds) – $185.00 + Applicable taxes per night
Luxury Suite (1 King Bed) – $235.00 + Applicable taxes per night

Inclusions: Complimentary self-parking and Wi-Fi for registered hotel guests.

Booking Link: SAIT ADAT Conference - Room Block

Room Block Courtesy Information Sheet

Other hotel options close to SAIT campus:

Please note, there are no conference blocks at these hotels.

We encourage you to work with your institutes internal preferred booking program, as applicable.

Venue

SAIT is thrilled to host the inaugural Alberta Skilled Trades Instructor Conference. Officially known as the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), we’re a community of thinkers, creators and champions leading change and reimagining the workforce of tomorrow.

Located northwest of downtown Calgary, SAIT boasts a beautiful campus, with breathtaking views of the city and the world-famous Rocky Mountains.

All conference keynote and sessions will take place on SAIT campus. Map

Campus map PDF