The Banff Centre
Banff, Alberta, Canada
http://www.banffcentre.ca/

Principles and Practice of Good Governance

Explore what structures and management are required to run governing bodies more efficiently. Come away from this program prepared to facilitate new processes, run more productive meetings, and be more effective in your decision-making. You will be able to create new accountability and performance-monitoring structures, understand the distinction between leaders�and managers�roles, and clarif......
 

Many Aboriginal communities and organizations are in negotiations, or are preparing to negotiate, on important issues such as land claims, self-governance, fiscal arrangements, natural resources, co-management agreements, and business partnerships. Learn and practice each step of the negotiation process by using proven interest-based negotiation techniques....
 

Successful self-governance begins with a complete understanding of the constitutional and legal framework regarding the various levels of governments. Learn what a reconciled model of governance looks like after exploring and discussing traditional forms of Aboriginal governance, while gaining a fuller understanding of the colonial forms of governance....
 

Examine the issues, challenges, and inequities that you as a woman face as you strive to fulfill the responsibilities of your job, meet the needs of your family members, and answer the demands of the community. Acquire newly-gained skills that you can take back to implement in your community or with your organization....
 

Learn what’s needed for successful institution building and for Aboriginal nations and political organizations to achieve successful nationhood. Understand how to run a government and establish capable Aboriginal institutions that reflect cultural values and legitimacy....
 

Examine the fundamental issues of governance, such as the creation of culturally appropriate governmental institutions and the role of Aboriginal leaders in effectively planning, creating, and promoting economic policy for self-determined Aboriginal development. Then focus on the realities of doing business with Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal-owned companies and institutions, and individual......
 

Develop the critical skills you need to succeed and prosper as a leader or manager. During this program you will have an opportunity to assess your strengths and find out where improvement is needed. You will be given the tools to improve your performance and an opportunity to practice new skills....
 

Seasoned leaders face numerous challenges when tackling the complex issues of personal and organizational viability. Come recharge your ability to lead with creativity, passion, and purpose. Join us for the Art of the Executive Leader and: Assess your personal leadership authenticity to help you reveal a deeper meaning in your work Map your personal values, commitment, and purpose and ......
 

Welcome to the fourth of a series of four dynamic short programs designed to increase the effectiveness of how leaders express themselves and communicate with others. Communication is the foundation of personal and professional success in business and in life. One of the most powerful forms of communication is our ability to convey our ideas through writing. During this three-day program you wi......
 

Middle managers �from administrative assistance to project coordinators and supervisors �play a critical in developing relationships which contribute to team and organizational success. Learn how to influence others by improving your communication, relationship-building, and management skills. Join us for Managing in the Middle and: Develop strategies to manage relationships up, down, a......
 

Develop new tools, techniques, and strategies to help you enhance team performance with finesse. You’ll practice how to mobilize participation, build consensus, reduce conflict, and move past stumbling blocks that prevent peak performance....
 

Develop or sharpen the skills you need to create a strategic sense of direction for your organization. You’ll focus on how to think strategically, communicate your vision, and persuade diverse stakeholders. Join us for Leading Strategically and: Practice tools and processes for strategic analysis and implementation Create capability for strategic thinking throughout your organization ......
 

Find out how to execute your organizational vision, reach your goals, and deliver results. We’ll help you understand how alignment, accountability, and courage can assist you in achieving your intended outcomes. Join us for Leading for Results and: Discover ways to align your vision and your goals Establish and improve accountability in yourself and others Attain buy-in through cour......
 

Challenge your assumptions and increase your awareness about what it takes to lead successfully by examining your ability to respond to change. Become more effective at implementing positive and meaningful changes by influencing organizational culture. Join us for the Leadership Challenge and: Gain insight into the broad skill set required to lead successfully Understand ways that indiv......
 

Guided by master artists, explore new ways to generate ideas, solve business challenges, inject vitality, and create conditions that foster innovative thinking. Join us for Inspiring Creative Leadership and: Explore new ways to communicate within teams and surface new ideas Overcome change hurdles that block creativity Develop the capacity to imagine new things and see existing situat......
 

Learn how to identify key decision makers and communicate more effectively with them during this three-day Aboriginal relations program designed to provide you with insight into Aboriginal communities and leadership. Join us for Establishing Effective Aboriginal Relationships and: Gain a better understanding of the Aboriginal context and Aboriginal interests and aspirations Develop your......
 

Are you an emerging, experienced or seasoned business leader or manager who coaches others within your organization, conducts performance reviews, or leads complex initiatives? Discover how to improve your performance �and your team’s. Join us for Coaching and Communicating for Performance and: Practice a variety of effective coaching techniques Discover how to navigate conflict with g......
 

Learn more about yourself and what’s needed to lead others with impact, and get the results you want. Join us for Building Personal Leadership and: Discover the power of personal vision, values, and ethics. Learn to understand the power of choice. Deepen your understanding of your own personal leadership style....
 

Our unique and internationally-renowned work study program provides a hands-on learning environment for professional audio engineers looking to refresh and upgrade their skills and expertise, as well as for audio engineering students wishing to increase their practical skills before transitioning to a professional career. Engineers from around the world participate in our work study program to ......
 

Recognized as one of the leading programs for emerging pianists, our piano master class continually attracts the highest calibre of young performing artists. Participants will focus on their artistic development through collegial interaction with peers and faculty, numerous performance opportunities, and access to facilities which include 43 grand pianos, three harpsichords, and one of the best......
 

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