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National Managers' Community (NMC)/ Newsletter / April 2025
National Managers’ Community (NMC) Newsletter – April 2025
NMC Insight
Events and Celebrations
Mindful Change Leadership Development (MCLD) Program
Feeling the weight of change? Join the Mindful Change Leadership Development (MCLD) Program to build leadership, resilience, and mindfulness skills that help you navigate uncertainty and support others. Open to all levels and abilities, this free 8-week journey (April–June 2025) includes a practical experience and insights to sharpen focus, enhance clarity, nurture creativity, and foster compassion in service of others. Learn more at an one of the info sessions: April 15 (12:30–1:25 p.m. ET) or April 22 (12:30–2:00 p.m. ET) — no registration needed!
For full program details, please visit : Mindful Change Leadership Development (MCLD) - English Program Invitation Page.
Top 3 Things Managers should know about ... Digital and Data Tool Adoption
Join Sarah Brickell for a dynamic session on creating a digital and data-driven culture. She’ll share lessons from adopting tools like Teams, Power BI, and Copilot, while exploring digital transformation, cultural shifts, and team engagement. With insights from both National Headquarters and regional offices as well as highlighting the differences between working in an agency versus a core department contexts, this session offers relevant takeaways for all managers.
April 22, 2025 | Virtual | Register: English session : 12:00 to 1:00 pm (ET) | French session : 2:00 to 3:00 pm (ET)
Spotlight on Resources
Guidance for Public Servants on their Personal Use of Social Media
Did you know that the public service offers guidance for public servants about their personal use of social media? The guidance offers information that helps all public servants exercise good judgement about the appropriate use of their personal social media. There’s helpful information to share with your teams and guidance to help you manage situations that arise.
➡️ Be in the know and read the guidance for managers today!
Join the Global Conversation on Managing People in Public Service
Looking to connect with managers worldwide and exchange ideas on leadership in government? Managing People in Public Service on Apolitical is an online community for public servants tackling similar challenges across different countries. This space allows you to collaborate, share insights, and learn from global peers. Apolitical also offers great articles in various languages and free events on key topics relevant to managers. Join the conversation and gain fresh perspectives from thought leaders in worldwide public service.
➡️ Lean more about Apolitical and join the group here
Regional News
Atlantic
National Capital Region
DPI - Professional Development Week (PDW)
Are you passionate about technology, information management, digital government, AI and an advocate for how we can work better in government?
DPI signature event: 3-day Professional Development Week (PDW). PDW 2025 will be held May 6-8, 2025. Check here to see if your organization has purchased an Enterprise Pass.
Take a peak at DPI upcoming events, and follow them on Linkedin.
Ontario
Register now: "Managers Connect" Event in Quebec on Mai 1st, 2025
Details and registration coming soon! Check the NMC events and activities for updates.
Prairies & Northwest Territories
Register now: "Managers Connect" Event in Winnipeg on Mai 14, 2025
Stay up-to-date on events and activities by visiting the NMC events and activities for updates.
British Columbia & Yukon
Networking Lunches in Prince George, Abbotsford, Whitehorse and Vancouver
Come join us for a delicious meal and great networking opportunities. These in-person events are the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals in a casual setting. Whether you're looking to make new contacts or catch up with old ones, these lunches are the places to be. Don't miss out on a fantastic opportunity to expand your network and enjoy some tasty food.
Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 12 noon to 1:00 pm (PT)
Locations, details and registration here: Prince George, Whitehorse, Abbotsford & Vancouver
Cost: Everyone pays for their own food
Save the Date: "Managers Connect" Event in Abbotsford on April 23, 2025
Celebrate the National Managers Community’s 25th anniversary with an inspiring in-person event! Connect with fellow managers and leaders at the University of the Fraser Valley for a full day of learning and networking.
Featured Session: Mastering Conflict Resolution: Theory, Practice, and Collaborative Leadership
Led by Amanda Vistman, Senior Informal Conflict Management Practitioner, this hands-on workshop will provide practical strategies to navigate conflict effectively.
Location: UFV Continuing Education - Clearbrook Centre, Abbotsford, BC
Doors open: 8:30 AM | Session: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Details and registration here
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