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May 13 - 15, 2026 | Westin Calgary

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The only event exclusively for Canadian healthcare philanthropy professionals

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Discover new ideas and practical tools to enhance your work in healthcare philanthropy, all in just a few days
Earn CFRE points while gaining knowledge that helps you make a bigger impact in your organization
Build relationships with peers and industry experts from across Canada and share ideas that inspire success

Location

Discover Calgary at the Westin

Experience the energy of spring in downtown Calgary with walkable pathways, blooming parks, and vibrant neighborhoods. With the Rockies on the horizon and longer daylight hours, your conference trip will be unforgettable.

$269 plus taxes/fees 
Book by Monday, April 20 to enjoy the conference rate.

 

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Sample Schedule

Actual schedule to be released in early 2026


Wednesday


Time Agenda
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Registration Open
7:30 - 8:00 AM Breakfast for Development Primer participants
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM AHP Development Primer
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Leading Forward Canada
12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch for pre-conference workshop participants
Main Conference Begins  
 4:30 - 5:15 PM Roundtable discussions
 5:30 - 6:30 PM Welcome and opening keynote
 6:30 - 7:30 PM Opening reception

Thursday


Time Agenda
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Registration open
7:45 - 8:30 AM Networking breakfast
8:30 - 9:30 AM Breakout sessions
9:45 - 10:45 AM Breakout sessions
10:45 - 11:15 AM Coffee break
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM Industry showcase sessions
12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:15 - 2:30 PM Flipped classroom sessions
2:30 - 3:00 PM Refreshment break
3:00 - 3:45 PM Roundtable discussions
4:00 - 5:00 PM Breakout sessions 
6:00 - 7:30 PM Social event

Friday


Time Agenda
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Registration open (bag storage available)
7:15 - 8:00 AM Networking breakfast
8:00 - 9:00 AM General session
9:15 - 10:15 AM Breakout sessions
10:15 - 10:45 AM Coffee break
10:45  - 11:45 AM Breakout sessions
11:45 AM Conference ends

Pre-Conference Workshops

All workshops will take place on Wednesday, May 13

 

Leading Forward Executive Forum

Senior executives gather in intimate setting to explore strategic interests and share challenges

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CFRE Exam Compass Review Course

In-depth review, practice questions, and strategies for passing the CFRE exam, plus expert guidance

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Development Primer

If you're new to healthcare development, or are support staff and board members in need to understand the elements of healthcare development, this course is for you

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The Madison Concourse Hotel 

Check-in date: July, 2025

Public Rate

Distance to Pyle Center: 3-minute drive, (14-minute walk)



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Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

Check-in date: July, 2025

Public Rate

Distance to Pyle Center: 5-minute drive (13-minute walk) 


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The Hyatt Place Downtown Madison

Check-in date: July, 2025

Public Rate

Distance to Pyle Center: 4-minute drive (14-minute walk) 




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The Fluno
Center  

Check-in date: July, 2025

Public Rate

Distance to Pyle Center:  3-minute drive (7-minute walk)  


InMotion Hosting


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DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown 

Check-in date: July, 2025

Public Rate

Distance to Pyle Center: 5-minute drive (10-minute walk) 


InMotion Hosting


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Madison Institute Leadership

Donna Budak, MA, FAHP, CFRE

Vice Chair Dean, Elements of Major Gifts

Vice President of Philanthropy, Chief Development Officer St. Luke's Foundation, CommonSpirit Health Houston, TX

Shannon Duval, FAHP, CFRE

Chair Emeritus

Global Chief Development Officer Ronald McDonald House Charities Englewood, CO

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

If you're interested in sponsoring the AHP International Conference, please check out our sponsorship opportunities or contact Sophia Vega at businessdevelopment@ahp.org.

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Convene Canada 2026 Committee Members

Name & Credentials Title Organization Province
Daina Robinson
 
 Co-Chair, Vice President, Marketing & Community Engagement Lakeridge Health Foundation Oshawa, ON
 
Lindsay Robertson Co-Chair, Vice President, Communications, Marketing and Brand Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation  Edmonton, AB
Soulafa Al-Abbasi MDE, CFRE Director, Leadership Giving Calgary Health Foundation  Calgary AB
Shari Barr Annual Giving & Community Initiatives Manager Delta Hospital + Community Health Foundation Delta, BC
Gail Brescia President/CEO St. Joseph's Foundation of Thunder Bay Thunder Bay, ON
Adrienne Burns Manager, Annual Giving Lakeridge Health Foundation Oshawa, ON
Barney Ellis-Perry, BA Chief Executive Officer Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation  Nanaimo,  BC
Delphine Hasle, CFRE Executive Director and Chief Development Officer Perley Health Foundation Ottawa, ON
Afsheen Jiwani MBA, CFRE Senior Director, Major Gifts UHN Foundation Toronto, ON
Candice McCarthy CFRE Philanthropy Advisor Calgary Health Foundation Calgary, AB
Jennifer McNally CFRE AVP, Community Development Oakville Hospital Foundation Oakville, ON
Kimberley Payne Executive Director Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Foundation Goderich, ON
Amy Ramnarine MA, CFRE Director, Annual Giving UHN Foundation Toronto, ON
Felicia Sciberras CFRE Vice President, Philanthropy Oakville Hospital Foundation Oakville, ON
Sandra Sullivan  Executive Director Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation  Collingwood,  ON
Nana Thaver Assistant Dean, Development UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA, Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences  Edmonton, AB
Rachel Tymochenko Senior Officer, Philanthropy Oakville Hospital Foundation  Oakville, ON