2026 Indigenous Financial Management Conference
Building a Financial Legacy: The Capacity to Withstand
Strong financial management is about more than balancing budgets and meeting reporting requirements. It is about building the capacity to withstand uncertainty, manage risk, adapt to change, and continue moving forward.
Indigenous governments and organizations are navigating an increasingly complex financial environment. Changing economic conditions, evolving fiscal relationships, rising costs, climate-related events, and new organizational responsibilities are creating both challenges and opportunities. As Nations take on greater responsibility for their communities, assets, programs, and operations, they are also navigating a growing range of financial, governance, liability, employment, and operational risks.
The 2026 Indigenous Financial Management Conference will explore how strong financial foundations, effective governance, risk management, and investment in people can strengthen organizational resilience and support informed decision-making. Through keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and peer-to-peer learning, participants will explore practical strategies for navigating uncertainty, protecting what has been built, and creating sustainable opportunities for the future.
Together, we will explore what it takes to build financial capacity that not only withstands challenges, but positions Indigenous governments and organizations to adapt, grow, and create a lasting legacy for future generations.
REGULAR CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Pre-Conference Workshop (March 10): $395 + Tax
AFOA BC Members (March 11-12): $1,195+ tax
Non-members (March 11-12): $1,395 + tax
EARLY BIRD CONFERENCE REGISTRATION (until Oct. 23, 2026)
Pre-Conference Workshop (Dec 1): $595 + tax
AFOA BC Members (Dec 2-3): $1,050+ tax
Non-members (Dec 2-3): $1,250 + tax
** Registration and payment must be received by October 23, 2026
REGULAR CONFERENCE REGISTRATION (starting Oct. 24, 2026)
Pre-Conference Workshop (Dec 1): $595 + Tax
AFOA BC Members (Dec 2-3): $1,195+ tax
Non-members (Dec 2-3): $1,395 + tax
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EXHIBITORS & VENDORS
Our vendor tables for this event are full, and we have very limited space for our Exhibitor trade show booths. Please reach out to Candise Johnston at [email protected] for availability, cost, and/or to be added to the waitlist.
ACCOMMODATIONS
We have secured a group rate of $289 per night. You must book before November 3, 2026 to receive this rate.
The Westin BAYSHORE VANCOUVER
1601 Bayshore Drive
Vancouver, BC V6G2V4
You can also call the hotel reservations department directly at 604-682-3377 or 1-888-627-8634 and reference AFOA BC Financial Management Conference when booking.
Getting to the Hotel from Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The Westin Bayshore does not provide airport shuttle service.
Taxi/Rideshare: Taxis and rideshare services are available at YVR. The hotel is approximately 15 km from the airport, with a typical drive time of 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.
SkyTrain: Take the Canada Line from YVR–Airport Station toward Waterfront Station. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes. From Waterfront Station, guests can take a short taxi/rideshare to the hotel or continue by public transit
Early bird pricing is only valid when both registration and full payment are received by October 23, 2026. Registrations with an outstanding balance after this date will no longer qualify for early bird pricing. Any unpaid registrations will be re-invoiced at the regular registration rate.
Payments made by credit card will include a 3% surcharge – this will be reflected on the next page after you submit your registration.
The option to pay by EFT will only be available until November 20, 2026. Funds by EFT must be received by Friday November 27, 2026. After this date, you will need to send us confirmation that the EFT is in process, or pay by credit card, cheque or e-transfer.
If you are registering after this date, payment will only be accepted by credit card, cheque or e-transfer – your cheque must be brought with you to the conference and submitted to AFOA BC staff upon conference sign in on December 2, 2026.
Cheques can be mailed to:
AFOA BC
1055 West Georgia Street, Suite 2400
Vancouver, BC V6E 3P3
If you have any questions, please reach out to Candise Johnston at [email protected].
A refund (less an administrative fee of $75) will only be made if notice of cancellation is received in writing prior to Tuesday, November 17, 2026 (10 business days before the event) to [email protected]. No refund will be given after this period. Substitute delegates are permitted with advanced notice. Cancellation for unpaid registrations must also be made by this date.
If you payment by credit card, the 3% surcharge is non-refundable.