The PRO Expedition is the professional development event of the year for parks and recreation specialists. As we continue to rebuild from the effects of the pandemic, PRO is looking to thought leaders, influencers, and change experts for presentations that will support the development of a stronger, more resilient sector that is able to meet the needs of Ontarians for years to come.

PRO is seeking submissions from senior parks and recreation professionals, policy makers, practitioners, and academicians with expertise in:

• Trends and Innovation

• Programs (Children, Youth, Adults & Intergenerational)

• Parks, Environment & Open Spaces

• Engagement

• Capacity Building

• Livable Communities

• Marketing, Advertising & Branding

• Fundraising & Grants

• Aquatic Programs

• Aquatic Facilities

• Sports

• Recreation Planning & Design

• Personnel/Staff Management

• Climate Change

• Arts and Culture

• Career Development

• Data & Evaluation

• Policy & Advocacy

• Volunteerism

• Rural, Remote & Northern Topics

• Community Development & Partnerships

• Festivals & Events

*Please note that presentations should be approximately 40 minutes with a 10 minutes question and answer portion

Event Details

Dates: April 16 - 19, 2024

Location: In-person, Blue Mountains, ON

Please note: Applications can't be saved, so you must complete every section of the form in a single sitting. You may include up to a maximum of two presenters for each submission.

For any further questions, please contact Kate Balkwill, at kbalkwill@prontario.org. We look forward to receiving your submission!