Optimizing Pool Operations - Brent Miller - Automated Aquatics - Monday 10:30am-11:30am

This presentation reveals the bigger picture of public pool operations. Pool sustainability is defined with a comprehensive examination of resource inputs (energy, water, chemical) and the outputs as they relate to operational variables. The presentation is driven from practical experience optimizing water/air quality while focusing on reducing chemical use and increasing energy efficiency.

About Brent:

What Gives You The Right - Vicki Logan - University Of Calgary - Monday 10:30am-11:30am

Making and delivering decisions confidently is essential in a leadership role. This presentation will outline tools and resources that you can use to assist you in the decision-making process. We will discuss ways to deliver difficult decisions with the goal of getting support from your team.  If you regularly make decisions in your position or have experienced push back, this presentation is for you.

About Vicki:

Born and raised in Ontario, Victoria’s love for recreation has taken her on a journey across Canada.  This trip started after she finished her Bachelor of Physical and Health Education at Laurentian University, where she specialized in Outdoor Adventure Leadership. After a whirlwind tour of BC, working at several ski hills and provincial parks, a stroke of luck turned her into a hurtin’ Albertan.

She is now the Aquatic Manager at the University of Calgary. Victoria prides herself on running a facility that is safe but also fun; her experience in leadership is always a big help with this. She holds many advanced certifications in first aid, lifeguarding and instructing. She’s an avid outdoor enthusiast, runner and will never say no to a walk on the beach.

How To Use Government Grants To Replace Aging Equipment, Reduce Your Operating Costs, And Carbon Emissions. - Ian Welle - Polar Engineering - Monday 10:30am-11:30am

At Polar, we understand recreation centre maintenance and operating costs have soared over the last two years. On top of this, many major pieces of equipment are reaching end of life. To help with these costs, Polar has partnered with many recreation centres around Canada to obtain over $20,000,000 in government grants in 2022 to replace aging equipment and install energy recovery systems to reduce operating costs and carbon emissions. This presentation will cover the trips and tricks on how to obtain this grant funding.

About Ian:

Automated Cleaning - Justin Greer - W.E. Greer Ltd. - Monday 10:30am-11:30am

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Leading Through Practice: Sustaining Healthy, High Performing Teams - Rob Crooks - Rob Crooks Consulting - Monday 10:30am-11:30am

Rob is a certified leader of the Leading a Better Place to Work (Well-Advised Consulting) course. Rob's presentation will be based on the concepts of this course & supporting book 'A Better Place to Work: Daily Practices that Transform Culture'.

About Rob:

Rob cares deeply about people, relationships and performance.  From his childhood experiences with parents working in health care to his passion for athletics, Rob learned what potential people have when supported with the right leadership and environment. Rob has extensive experience working or volunteering with health, wellness and recreation organizations throughout his career, including Calgary Recreation and ActiveCity.  He remains active in the community through his volunteer role as a Ride Ambassador for the Bow Cyclist club.
These experiences led Rob to develop his own consulting practice, Rob Crooks Consulting in 2006. Rob draws on over 30 years of professional experience including roles as an internal and external consultant, speaker, educator, facilitator, change catalyst, front-line leader and organizational effectiveness professional to deliver effective people strategies. 

Creating Safer And Accessible Playgrounds - Jason Simituk - Quantum Recreation - Monday 10:30am-11:30am

- Insight into protective fall surfacing concerning accessibility and safety
- Providing recreation services and programs that can utilize playgrounds
- Process for retaining playground usage during colder months and increasing use overall.

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Pool Mechanical System Automation - Jonathan Curley - Chandos - Monday 12:30pm-1:30pm

• Effective ways and control sequences to save energy and operating costs
• Trend logging – Know where you’ve been to know where you want to go
• Benefits of system interlocks – leave the guesswork out of the operation!
• Retrofitting existing systems – Getting the best “Bang for your buck”

About Jonathan

AAAP Spring Meeting Part 1 - Monday 12:30pm-1:30pm

The Alberta Association of Aquatic Professionals is a provincial organization that supports aquatic industry professionals and facilities. The organization is lead by experienced aquatic professionals with a desire to serve and improve the industry. AAAP collects no fees, provides no services or products for a fee, relies on volunteerism and non-monetary community support to maintain the organization.

Making Great Ice To Maximize Energy Efficiency - Dave Loverock - Jet Ice - Monday 12:30pm-1:30pm

"Not all water is created equal. Throughout North America water quality varies in terms of the level of dissolved solids, some areas such as New York City have extremely pure water with minimal dissolved solids and other areas (often in the Midwest) have water heavily loaded with solids.

Utilizing high quality water to make your arena ice is only one part of the puzzles. Other key factors cannot be ignored.   Ice temperatures, Ice thickness, Ice build, relative humidity, tight building envelope, proper regular ice maintenance are all key components to making a high-quality sheet of ice."

About Dave:

Dave, with over 40 years experience in the business, will humbly say he just makes the ice look good. His long-time clients will say it’s much more than that. When there’s a question or a challenge, they know its Dave Loverock who will figure it out.

‘Every building is different and has its own peculiarities’ Dave points out, and his experienced eye zones in on how he can help.

As an instructor for major industry associations, Dave is often called upon to troubleshoot for facilities.  He’s at home anywhere on the ice, whether for the Olympics, NHL Facilities or just your local rink. Dave is always there to talk to. He takes hundreds of calls per year from different facilities to talk about their ice and field questions.

Acoustics: Considerations For The Recreation Sector - Rachel Rae - Western Noise Control - Monday 12:30pm-1:30pm

This presentation is aimed at demystifying the art of acoustics. We will start at the basics by learning the industry terms (NRC, STC, RT, etc.) and what they mean. Once the basics are in hand, a review of best practices in the recreation industry and common pitfalls to avoid when taking on acoustic projects will be presented. Additionally, a high-level cost analysis and reviews of various product types will be presented.

About Rachel:

Rachel has a background in construction and occupational health with a focus on audiometry.  She previously ran her own occupational health testing business that focused on industrial audiometric testing and the prevention of noise-induced hearing loss, prior to joining Western Noise Control in 2016. She currently leads business development efforts across Canada and educates owners and consultants on the role of acoustics and the need for acoustic treatment.

Leading Through A "Constant State Of Change" - Russ Tanner - AARFP/Town Of Coaldale - Monday 12:30pm-1:30pm

Understanding your team, their strengths, their weaknesses, what barriers exist and how to remove them to continue to progress through a constant state of change.  Our industry continues to be subject to change dependent on trends, evolving standards, regulations etc.  Without the right resources to navigate that change it often means constant burnout and turnover of staff.  In this session I will talk about process, policy, equipment, and structure.  How to mesh the resources with the people.

Bio:

Emerging Trends In The Indoor Artificial Turf Industry. - David Marcone & Cade Barry - Centaur Products Inc. - Monday 12:30pm-1:30pm

The presentation will provide an overview of the emerging trends in the Alberta indoor artificial turf industry.

It will also highlight how these emerging trends and turf systems are impacting/benefiting facilities with respect to maintenance, conversion, storage, and playability.

The presentation will identify challenges, solutions, and opportunities with various turf systems and how they relate to facilities and user-groups.

We will also highlight how high-quality, portable turf systems are changing the game and allowing facilities to leverage space for other revenue generating opportunities.

Finally, the presentation will look at North American trends and what we may see moving forward.

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Pool Humidity Control & Dehumidification Retrofit Strategies - Brett Banadyga P.Eng., LEED Green Assoc. & Stephen Timlin P.Eng., LEED Green Assoc - Monday 2:00pm-3:00pm

Controlling the natatorium humidity level is crucial to successfully maintaining aquatic facilities and ensuring that building occupants have a comfortable indoor environment.  In recent years, Alberta has experienced increasingly humid summers that complicate the control strategies used by existing recreation centres.
This session will review the basic theory of moisture transfer within natatoriums, as well as outlining proven strategies that could be implemented to control pool humidity and maintain acceptable temperatures and occupant comfort levels.  Our focus will be on strategies and options for retrofitting HVAC and control systems in existing facilities.

About Brett:

AAAP Spring Meeting Part 2 - Monday 2:00pm-3:00pm

The Alberta Association of Aquatic Professionals is a provincial organization that supports aquatic industry professionals and facilities. The organization is lead by experienced aquatic professionals with a desire to serve and improve the industry. AAAP collects no fees, provides no services or products for a fee, relies on volunteerism and non-monetary community support to maintain the organization.

Ice Resurface Machine Maintenance - Russ Treadwell - IMI - Monday 2:00pm-3:00pm

A hands-on session on maintenance tips and tricks for your Ice Resurface Machine

About Russ:

Building Maintenance Bull Session - Chad Glasser - AARFP/Town Of Coaldale - Monday 2:00pm-3:00pm

This session is an opportunity for delegates to arrive with their issues and challenges and discuss them with their peers from around the province.Particiapnts are encouraged to bring topics that they would like to discuss in this forum. The moderator will guide the process for solutions and ideas through discussions by the attendees. 

Who's The Boss - Kevin Paes & Erin Wilson - Canadian Red Cross & City Of Estevan - Monday 2:00pm-3:00pm

A random meme inspired this presentation. “Build a team so strong that anyone that sees doesn’t know who the boss is”. One of the toughest challenges for managers and supervisors is to find the right balance between commanding the troops and appearing accessible. Workplaces are changing, and traditional structure a thing of the past. I’d never say you don’t need a boss, but perhaps how we supervise has changed. In this session we discuss the difference between title and status and the power each can possess. We will talk tips and techniques to improve our leadership skills to create a positive workplace culture using the right blend of boss and buddy.

About Kevin:

Humanitarian by day, Lego fan by night, hard core nap expert all the time.   I also think people are AWESOME!  I have yet to meet one I haven’t learned something from.  I love what I do during the day as the Volunteer Engagement guy with the Red Cross, I get to work with the people who choose to give us something we never seem to have enough of…their time. Why Lego?  It’s fun, it get’s my creativity juiced up and you can make almost anything out of it.  I recently became a Lego facilitator…serious fun!

About Erin:

Erin Wilson is the Program Manager at the Estevan Leisure Centre in Saskatchewan. She joined the Canadian Red Cross in 1990 when she completed her first Water Safety Instructor course. Since then, Erin is a graduate of the Recreation & Leisure Program from the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology (SIAST) and has contributed her skills and experience in a variety of capacities including the development of the new Water Safety Instructor Trainer Program and as part of the planning committee for the Saskatchewan/Manitoba Water Safety Conference.  As a Water Safety Ambassador Member, Erin’s passion for aquatics is expressed through conference presentations, public and facility education, and various training events. 

Pickleball & Multi-Use Courts: Construction & Conversion -John Dafoe & Johnathan Hagerman - Tomko Sports Systems Inc. - Monday 2:00pm-3:00pm

Almost everyday we are asked to provide our expertise to Cities, Towns, Communities and homeowners to assist with the construction & / or conversion of Tennis Courts to Pickleball / Multi-use Courts. While every project is unique, there are common specifications and procedures that should be implemented for Court rejuvenation / reconfiguration projects. Although we have been doing pickleball courts since 1978, our customers have requested our assistance with these types of projects, hence our suggestion for doing this seminar for the RFP.

About John:

Ask Your Health Inspector - Alberta Health Services - Monday 3:30pm-4:30pm

Connect with an AHS representative to ask questions and learning about important industry information. 

What Are The Capabilities Of Today's A/V And Performance Systems And How Does It Relate To Arenas. - Joshua Duguid - Dbi Systems Integration Inc. - Monday 3:30pm-4:30pm

What are the capabilities of today's A/V and performance systems and how does it relate to arenas.

How an audio, video and lighting systems can be an outstanding tool for all types of events in an arena.

How A/V and lighting systems features, and functions can be extremely robust while remaining very user friendly.

How a properly designed A/V or lighting systems can be a important tool for successful community events.

Bio:

Since joining dbi Systems in 2014, Josh has become known for his leading edge technological expertise and a never-ending thirst for knowledge. Josh’s skill sets have helped to ensure that dbi Systems is continually at the industry forefront. Constant assessment and evaluation of new technologies paired with thoughtful client discovery enables Josh to ensure that our solutions are ground-breaking, powerful, user-friendly and representative of best-fit.

Josh began developing his appetite for technology early on with an immersive education in music performance and information technology. By playing in bands and programming computer systems, Josh developed an interest in A/V. Josh’s goal is to bridge the gap between the technology necessary for a project and the real-world needs of end-users.

Josh is well regarded for not only his technological capabilities, but also for his passion for people. Josh leverages his experience in client care and corporate training to the great benefit of our clients. He believes that no project is complete until the client feels completely comfortable using their system and realizing its fullest potential.

Roof Maintenance And Drainage Issues - Tyler Boldt - Garland Canada - Monday 3:30pm-4:30pm

Roof maintenance is an often-overlooked aspect of general asset management. While roof maintenance is often thought of as the act of preventing leaks, it serves a much greater purpose - extending the life of your roof and delaying the large capital expenditure related to roof replacement.
Roof maintenance and drainage issues can be approached in many ways; however, the process of identification and implementation is what is most important. Without a clear plan, including specific timelines, a roof can quickly deteriorate to the point where replacement, or large-scale restoration is the only option.
This presentation will outline step-by-step recommendations of developing and implementing a roof maintenance plan, and options available to address maintenance and drainage challenges.

About  Tyler

Using Automated Machine Learning To Boost Recreation Facility Member Retention: ActiveXchange Business Intelligence: - Chris Patterson - ActiveXchange - Monday 3:30pm-4:30pm

With the ever-increasing use of mobile devices, wearable technology, member management (CRM) systems, and the information collected about our physical, digital, and online activities, the volume of data about all of us is growing exponentially.

But what does this have to do with recreation? How can your data be put to work to elevate your impact in the recreation and leisure space? How can Alberta recreation facilities apply business intelligence to reach their strategic goals?

This presentation will assist session participants in understanding where they (and their organizations) are with their data journey, provide a roadmap for improving data literacy, offer practical tips and resources to help them manage data, and show practical examples of data leveraged business intelligence insights developed through data analytics and artificial intelligence (machine learning).

Bio:

Chris joins ActiveXchange with 15+ years of professional experience in operations, business intelligence, and product-oriented roles.  He has delivered tech-based products, digitalization strategy and leadership in large enterprise (regulated/ government environments) and innovative and entrepreneurial small to medium businesses. 

Chris holds a B.Sc - Engineering from Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, Canada and an MBA from the Smith School of Business at Queen’s. Chris is a lifelong athlete, professional coach (alpine skiing & sailing), and volunteer club/ advisory board member.

Impact Of Insects On The Environment And Potential Effects Of Spray Operations - Dr. Ken Fry - Olds College - Monday 3:30pm-4:30pm

The roles insects play in the landscape, including managed landscapes, will be described. Both positive and negative impacts will be discussed. Pest management actions are often necessary. We will examine the effects of these actions on insects in the landscape and how we can mitigate or reduce their effects.

About Dr. Fry: