Give to Gain: Advancing Women in Local Government –
A National Panel for International Women’s Day 2026

Join us at 10 am PT, on March 6, 2026, for a dynamic online panel discussion hosted by Women in Local Government Administration (WILGA) in celebration of International Women’s Day. This event brings together leaders from across Canada to share personal stories, strategies, and actionable insights on overcoming barriers and building inclusion in local government. Our panelists will explore the theme “Give to Gain,” highlighting how mentorship, knowledge sharing, and reciprocity drive progress for women in local government and their communities. Whether you’re a woman in local government, an ally, or simply interested in fostering inclusive leadership, this webinar offers valuable resources and inspiration to help you “give to gain” in your own sphere of influence.

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Larry Majeski Bursary

Application Deadline for the Larry Majeski Bursary fund is fast approaching

Applications are now being accepted for the Larry Majeski Bursary fund, where recipients will receive $1,200 to offset the registration and accommodation fees for the 2026 Mountain Refresher - Municipal Administration Leadership Workshop, May 12 -25, 2026.

“This is a great opportunity for local government managers that would like to enroll in this year’s Workshop, but are unable to, due to the realities of budget constraints,” explains Linda Davies, Executive Director, Society of Local Government Managers (SLGM). Funded and managed by the SLGM, this year, up to eight applicants may be selected to receive the Bursary, and even though the SLGM oversees the Bursary, applicants are not required to be members.

“The Society is extremely proud and honoured to support the Larry Majeski Bursary fund,” says Davies. Larry Majeski, former CAO of Leduc County, who suddenly lost his life after a tragic accident, was a long-standing member of the SLGM, and a strong advocate of the Mountain Refresher - Municipal Administration Leadership Workshop – believing that we should never stop learning and always keep improving. The Mountain Refresher - Municipal Administration Leadership Workshop, is a 2 1⁄2 -day educational event, with the Kananaskis Mountains as its backdrop. The courses are designed to meet the needs of municipal government professionals, who are looking for an educational experience that provides practical skills for dealing with contemporary issues.

This year, the Workshop offers registrants a choice of three leadership streams; Human Resources, Legal; and Revisiting & Reinventing the Basics of Municipal Management, as well as workshops that focus on the power of positively influencing others. The Keynote Speaker, Christina Benty is a recovered politician turned social scientist and is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on everyone. Check out the brochure online at www.clgm.net

The SLGM Board will review applications and select the winning recipients by March 30, 2016. To be considered, applications must be received by March 31, 2026, and meet the following criteria:

Criteria:

• Open to Local Government Managers faced with the realities of budget constraints (typically managers working for smaller municipalities).
• Applicant must be a resident of Alberta and working in an Alberta Municipality
• Only one application per municipality will be considered
• Priority will be given to first time workshop attendees
• Attendance at the Awards Banquet

Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Deadline to apply for the Larry Majeski Bursary is Mar 31, 2026.

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