Upcoming events

    • Tuesday, September 15, 2026
    • Friday, April 30, 2027
    • Virtual
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    Leading the change in Asset Management

    As more practitioners gain the knowledge and technical skills around the principles of asset management, the next challenge is to advance leadership capacity within organizations. Key factors that contribute to challenges in leadership include strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to inspire and motivate teams. The rapid pace of technological change requires leaders to be adept at managing digital transformation. Leaders need to be adaptable and innovative to navigate complex and changing environments. 

    To support the practice of asset management in Canada, CNAM has launched a leadership training program geared specifically for organizations interested in mobilizing the benefits of asset management in the business practices of the organization.

    The Leadership Certificate program supports skill development in the challenges of leading an organization in the various stages of adopting asset management practices. Participants in the program will have already completed training in the principles of asset management or equivalent experience working in asset management.

    The program will align with ISO55000, IIMM and IAM and the course material will be based on the CNAM Competency Framework.

    Rather than focusing on the technical aspects, this certification program guides participants through key elements of leading their organization to adopt asset management, including the following key benefits:

    1. Skill Development: Develop essential skills such as communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and team management, which are crucial for effective leadership.
    2. Confidence Building: Boost your confidence by equipping you with the knowledge and tools needed to lead effectively.
    3. Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals, expanding your network and opening doors to new collaborations and mentorships.
    4. Personal Growth: Leadership training encourages self-reflection and personal development, helping you understand your strengths and areas for improvement.
    5. Organizational Impact: Effective leadership can lead to improved team performance and organizational success, making you a valuable asset to your company.
    6. Adaptability: Leadership training can help you become more adaptable to change, a crucial trait in today’s fast-paced business environment.

    Program Delivery & Schedule (Cohort 2)
    Semester 1 (September to December 2026)

    • Course 101: Vision, Direction & Goals - September 15 and 17 (12pm ET to 3:30pm ET)  
    • Course 102: Building Culture & Enabling Change - October 20 and 22 (12pm ET to 3:30pm ET)
    • Course 103: Communication and Relationship Building - November 17 and 19 (12pm ET to 3:30pm ET) 


    Semester 2 (January to April 2027)

    • Course 201: Governance & Decision-Making - January 19 and 21 (12pm ET to 3:30pm ET)
    • Course 202: Using Information in Decision-Making and Reporting - February 9 and 11 (12pm ET to 3:30pm ET)
    • Course 203: Building Competency & Capacity - March 16 and 18 (12pm ET to 3:30pm ET)
    • Presentation of Capstone Projects - April 27 and 29 (12pm ET to 3:30pm ET).


    Note: The program requires 70 hours of participation. Each course has 7 hours in-class and 3 hours of homework (or pre-work) plus 10 hours for capstone project.



    • Tuesday, October 27, 2026
    • Wednesday, October 28, 2026
         

    Visit our Virtual Summit Website for more information.

    • Thursday, December 03, 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • In-Person, Kelowna BC, CRAFT
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    Register


    Join us for the CNAM in-person Meetup in Kelowna, BC on Thursday, December 3rd, 2026 at 5:30 PM PT. 

    As part of our Regional Meetup series, connect with CNAM members & non-members in your local community at the upcoming British Columbia regional Meetup.

    Join us for an evening of networking with fellow asset management professionals.

    Please note that CNAM will be reserving the space. However, attendees will be responsible for the purchases of their food and beverages.

    Open to CNAM Members & Non-members.

    • Wednesday, December 16, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual


    Join us for the CNAM webinar on Wednesday, December 16th, 2026 from 12-1 PM ET.

    Event for CNAM Members and Non-Members

    Mark your calendars...more details to come!

    Presenter:

    Liz Palmera



    • Monday, May 10, 2027
    • Wednesday, May 12, 2027

         

    Visit our National Conference Website for more information.

Past events

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 North York, ON October Meetup
Thursday, October 15, 2026 CNAM October Webinar: Full Depth Road Reconstruction Prioritization Tool - Part 2
Thursday, October 08, 2026 Saskatoon, SK October Meetup
Wednesday, October 07, 2026 Ottawa, ON October Meetup
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 Kitchener, ON September Meetup
Thursday, September 17, 2026 CNAM September Webinar: Full Depth Road Reconstruction Prioritization Tool - Part 1
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Regina, SK September Meetup
Wednesday, September 09, 2026 Prince George, BC September Meetup
Thursday, July 16, 2026 CNAM July Webinar: Anchors, Beacons, and Lifeboats - Collaborative capital planning in asset management
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Virtual Networking
Thursday, June 11, 2026 GTA Asset Management Meetup
Monday, May 04, 2026 CNAM 2026 Annual Conference
Thursday, April 23, 2026 CNAM Annual General Meeting
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Virtual Networking: Conference Near & Far
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 CNAM Kitchener Regional Meetup
Thursday, March 19, 2026 CNAM Saskatoon Regional Meetup
Thursday, February 19, 2026 CNAM February Webinar - Beyond Managing Assets: What Asset Management Really Means for Municipalities — A Perspective from Peel
Thursday, January 15, 2026 CNAM January Webinar - State of Infrastructure In Canada
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Virtual Networking
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 CNAM December Webinar - Who knows exactly how much their project will cost?
Monday, November 24, 2025 CNAM November Webinar - Learning from Mistakes: Data Quality and Model Training Challenges in Road Asset Management
Thursday, November 13, 2025 CNAM Greater Vancouver Region Meet-Up
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 CNAM October Webinar: Asset Management and Master Planning Alignment
Thursday, September 11, 2025 City of Waterloo Regional MeetUP

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