The Procurement Event of the Year:
Paul Emanuelli is Coming to Alberta!

Navigating Risk in Canadian Government Procurement Certificate Program

This is the in person training session your peers will be talking about. The NIGP Alberta Chapter is excited to bring Paul Emanuelli back to Alberta for an intensive, two-day certificate program explicitly designed to equip public procurement professionals with the strategies and tools needed to manage modern legal, operational, and governance risks.

Featuring fresh, highly current content, this program delivers crucial insights into core procurement duties alongside the latest critical trends transforming the Canadian public sector.

Who should attend:

• Public Procurement Professionals: Municipal, provincial, crown corporations, education (MASH), health sector,  public utilities, and non-profits.
• Legal Counsel: Advising on procurement, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership & Governance: Managers, directors, and category leaders responsible for oversight and risk mitigation.

Event Schedule & Highlights

NOTE:  ORIGINAL VENUE RELOCATED DUE TO FLOODING

• Dates: November 17–18, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM MDT
• Earned Credits: 16.0 Contact Hours

Exclusive Networking Event-  Social Mixer:  Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Unwind and connect with peers and leadership. RSVP is required, but there are no additional charges to attend!

Meet Your Instructor:  Paul Emanuelli

Paul Emanuelli is an internationally renowned procurement lawyer, author, and global icon in public sector governance. Recognized by Who’s Who Legal as one of the top ten public procurement lawyers in the world, Paul brings over 25 years of elite experience to the room.

As a former Crown Counsel for the Ontario Attorney General and a premier expert witness in industry practices, he has trained thousands of professionals across North America through The Procurement Office. This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from a master of strategic governance, technology, and major public infrastructure projects.

Masterclass Curriculum This rigorous certificate program consists of 8 comprehensive modules spaced across two days of immersive  training:

• Institutional oversight and good governance

• Conflicts and collusion

• Open competition duties and restricted practices

• Project management protocols

• Debriefings, disclosures, and confidentiality

• Bid disputes and bid protest procedures

• Managing supplier performance and debarments

• Portfolio management and centralized spending

Registration & Pricing Every registration includes complimentary breakfast and lunch on both days.

Early Bird Pricing (Available until September 25)

• Members: $575.00

• Non-Members: $650.00 (Includes a complimentary membership to December 2027)

Regular Registration (September 26 – October 8)

• Members: $625.00

• Non-Members: $700.00 (Includes a complimentary membership to December 2027)

Spaces are limited! Register early to secure your spot and take advantage of our Early Bird pricing.

Traveling from out of town? We’ve got you covered!

We have secured exclusive, discounted room blocks for our attendees at two fantastic properties just minutes from the venue.

DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton

• Book Online: NIGP ALBERTA CHAPTER TRAINING_DT (Code: NIGP ALBERTA CHAPTER TRAINING_DT)]

• Book by Phone: Call 780-484-0821 (or Toll-Free 1-800-661-9804) and ask for the NIGP Alberta Chapter Training room rate.

Home2 Suites by Hilton West Edmonton

• Book Online: NIGP ALBERTA CHAPTER TRAINING_H2  (Code: NIGP ALBERTA CHAPTER TRAINING_H2)]

• Book by Phone: Call 780-509-1230 and ask for the NIGP Alberta Chapter Training room rate.

 Please Note: Plans change! Any guestroom reservations must be cancelled at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled arrival to avoid penalties.

Hyatt Place Edmonton-West

• Book Online:    Hyatt Place Edmonton-West