Learning & Development Series

The BPC provides tailored professional development opportunities and in‑depth training to its members on topics that directly relate to their work and the current landscape in which they operate. Many opportunities extend to members of members (or “members-by-proxy”) for added membership value. All events are delivered virtually.

The program offers several sessions per year on topics in a range of areas. Sessions are curated by a volunteer committee of members and industry professionals. They are a mix of peer-to-peer learning, guest experts, and discussion forums. Each session is complemented by supplementary resources sent out post-event for continued learning. In most cases, sessions are recorded and made available to the membership and wider industry.

Member Hubs

An integral part of the L&D program, Member Hubs provide BPC members with a virtual space to share news about their organizations, seek guidance from their peers, invite collaboration, and discuss shared challenges. Member Hubs are held twice per year from October to June.

All members are invited to submit a brief report using a standard set of questions submitted in advance. During the Hub, members share their updates to the group in attendance. The report digest and meeting recording are sent to the full membership after the event.

2026-2027 Series

Member Hub: Reports & Updates

OCTOBER 22, 2026 | 1:30PM - 3:00PM ET
For BPC members only. BPC members gather for organizational activity reports followed by peer discussion.
Effective Team Building for Small Organizations

NOVEMBER 26, 2026 | 1:00PM ET
A practical, interactive session on building high-performing teams in small organizations. Mikhael Bornstein of The Philanthropic Leader shares twelve characteristics of highly effective teams, along with hands-on tools to strengthen trust, clarity, and communication. Includes a team charter template. Come ready to participate!
Registration now open for members and non-members.
Regional Arts Funders: Spotlight on Western Canada

JANUARY 2027
Exploring funding opportunities for the literary arts in Western Canada. More to come.
Freedom to Read Week Edition: Book Censorship in Alberta

FEBRUARY 2027
Exploring Canadian issues in censorship and freedom of expression, followed by discussion/Q&A. More to come.
Free event for members & non-members.
Member Hub

MARCH 2027
For BPC members only. BPC members gather for organizational activity reports followed by peer discussion.
Growing Canadian Book Readership

APRIL 2027
A panel discussion exploring what the industry is (or isn’t) doing to grow readership of Canadian books. More to come.
Retaining Institutional Knowledge

MAY 2027
A practical discussion with literary arts administrators on how they managed challenges with preserving institutional knowledge and other related topics such as succession planning. More to come.