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2026

FOUR NEW WEBINAR SERIES

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5-Part Municipal Finance Webinar Series (Part 1: Better Budgeting)

Bloom Centre for Municipal Education is proud to bring you 5 new Municipal Finance Budgeting webinars in 2026.

✓ Individual webinars are $125 each

✓ Set of 5 webinars $500 (a savings of $125!)

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5-Part Municipal Finance Webinar Series (Part 2: Financial Reporting, Sustainability & Performance)

Bloom Centre for Municipal Education is proud to bring you 5 new Municipal Finance Reporting & Performance webinars in 2026.

✓ Individual webinars are $125 each

✓ Set of 5 webinars $500 (a savings of $125!)

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3-Part Municipal Finance Webinar Series (Part 3: Finance for Non-Financial Professionals)

Bloom Centre for Municipal Education is proud to bring you 3 new Municipal Finance webinars in 2026.

✓ Individual webinars are $125 each

✓ Set of 3 webinars $300 (a savings of $75!)

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3-Part Municipal Leadership Webinar Series: A Practical Approach to Leading in Local Government

Bloom Centre for Municipal Education is proud to bring you 3 new Municipal Leadership webinars in 2026.

✓ Individual webinars are $125 each

✓ Set of 3 webinars $300 (a savings of $75!)

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INDIVIDUAL WEBINARS

 

Municipal Finance Series (Part 1: Better Budgeting)

Budget Analytics for Accurate & Trusted Budgeting

Live Webinar - June 3, 2026 I This webinar is ideal for municipalities looking to move from reactive budgeting to data-driven decision-making, while building credibility with Council and the public through transparent, consistent methodologies.

$125.00 CAD

Advanced Utility Rate Methodologies for Cost Recovery & Revenue Optimization

Live Webinar - August 5, 2026 I This session is essential for municipalities looking to strengthen financial resilience without over-relying on taxation.

$125.00 CAD

Understanding Municipal Growth & Its Financial Impact

Live Webinar - September 2, 2026 I Growth is often seen as positive—but without proper planning, it can create significant financial pressure.  This session is critical for elected officials, CAOs, and finance teams seeking to ensure that growth strengthens—not weakens—the municipality’s financial position.

$125.00 CAD

Coordinating the Budget Process & Building Financial Literacy Across the Organization

Live Webinar - October 14, 2026 I A strong budget requires understanding across the entire organization. This session is valuable for both finance professionals and non-financial leaders, creating a more aligned, informed, and effective budgeting culture.

$125.00 CAD

Presenting the Budget to Council & the Public with Clarity and Confidence

Live Webinar - November 4, 2026 I Even the most accurate budget can fail if it is not clearly communicated. This webinar is essential for municipalities looking to elevate their communication and build confidence in their financial leadership.

$125.00 CAD

 

Municipal Finance Series (Part 2: Financial Reporting, Sustainability & Performance)

Municipal Financial Reporting Excellence

Live Webinar - June 17, 2026 I Financial reports are often overly complex, unclear, or underutilized. This session is essential for municipalities looking to move from reporting information to driving informed decisions.

$125.00 CAD

Variance Analysis & Financial Performance Monitoring

Live Webinar - August 19, 2026 I Understanding what changed—and why—is critical to strong financial management. This webinar provides a practical framework for analyzing financial performance and identifying key drivers behind budget variances.

$125.00 CAD

Reserve Management & Long-Term Financial Sustainability

Live Webinar - October 28, 2026 I Reserves are one of the most powerful—and often misunderstood—tools in municipal finance. This webinar focuses on how to effectively plan, manage, and utilize reserves to support long-term financial health.

$125.00 CAD

Debt Management & Financial Risk Oversight

Live Webinar - November 25, 2026 I Debt can be a valuable tool—but without proper management, it can create significant financial risk. This webinar provides a practical understanding of how to manage debt responsibly while supporting infrastructure investment.

$125.00 CAD

Strengthening Financial Management & Decision-Making

Live Webinar - December 9, 2026 I Strong financial management is not just about numbers—it’s about how decisions are made across the organization. This webinar focuses on building a culture of accountability, discipline, and informed decision-making.

$125.00 CAD

 

Municipal Finance Series (Part 3: Finance for Non-Financial Professionals)

Understanding Municipal Finance, Budgets & Financial Statements

Live Webinar - July 8, 2026 I This webinar breaks down the fundamentals of municipal finance in clear, practical, and easy-to-understand terms, giving participants the confidence to engage in financial discussions and decisions.

$125.00 CAD

Budgeting Effectively as a Manager or Director

Live Webinar - September 16, 2026 I Every department plays a role in building a reliable municipal budget. This webinar focuses on how managers and directors can contribute effectively to the budgeting process by providing accurate, thoughtful, and defensible inputs.

$125.00 CAD

Using Financial Information to Manage & Report Effectively

Live Webinar - December 2, 2026 I This session helps non-financial leaders transition from simply receiving reports to actively using financial information to lead and manage.

$125.00 CAD

 

Municipal Leadership Series: A Practical Approach to Leading in Local Government

Understanding Leadership in the Municipal Environment

Live Webinar - July 22, 2026 I Leadership in municipal government is fundamentally different from other sectors. This webinar explores the realities of leading in a political, public-facing environment, while managing the complexity of diverse departments and competing priorities.

$125.00 CAD

Building Organizational Culture & Breaking Down Silos

Live Webinar - September 30, 2026 I Strong municipalities are built on strong cultures. This webinar focuses on how leaders can intentionally build a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing organizational culture.

$125.00 CAD

Leading in a Political Environment: Working with Council & the Public

Live Webinar - November 18, 2026 I One of the most challenging aspects of municipal leadership is navigating the intersection of politics, administration, and public expectations. This webinar focuses on practical leadership strategies for working effectively with both Council and the community.

$125.00 CAD

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5-Part Municipal Finance Series (Part 1: Better Budgeting)

$500

Included Webinars:

  • Budget Analytics for Accurate & Trusted Budgeting
  • Advanced Utility Rate Methodologies for Cost Recovery & Revenue Optimization
  • Understanding Municipal Growth & Its Financial Impact
  • Coordinating the Budget Process & Building Financial Literacy Across the Organization
  • Presenting the Budget to Council & the Public with Clarity and Confidence
BUY NOW

5-Part Municipal Finance Series (Part 2: Financial Reporting, Sustainability & Performance)

$500

Included Webinars:

  • Municipal Financial Reporting Excellence
  • Variance Analysis & Financial Performance Monitoring
  • Reserve Management & Long-Term Financial Sustainability
  • Debt Management & Financial Risk Oversight
  • Strengthening Financial Management & Decision-Making
BUY NOW

3-Part Municipal Finance Series (Part 3: Finance for Non-Financial Professionals)

$300

Included Webinars:

  • Understanding Municipal Finance, Budgets & Financial Statements
  • Budgeting Effectively as a Manager or Director
  • Using Financial Information to Manage & Report Effectively
BUY NOW

3-Part Municipal Leadership Series: A Practical Approach to Leading in Local Government

$300

Included Webinars:

  • Understanding Leadership in the Municipal Environment
  • Building Organizational Culture & Breaking Down Silos
  • Leading in a Political Environment: Working with Council & the Public
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