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The ACCT Foundation

LXCL:This ticket grants entry to:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Part 1: Oct 10, 9-3:30pm MST, and </li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Part 2 (Oct 17, 9-12pm MST). </li></ul>

General Admission - includes both dates

Canadian institutions need your leadership!Public agencies, boards, commissions, and crown corporations help guide decisions about health, housing, transit, education, and more. They&rsquo;re meant to include people who reflect their communities&mdash;not just career insiders. Across Canada, these bodies recruit community members and seek diverse representation. Join ACCT Foundation&#39;s Public Appointments Workshop,&nbsp;preparing Asian Canadians to seek out and pursue civic leadership opportunities in public entities and civil society!&nbsp;Who this is forThis workshop is for Asian Canadians, 18+, anywhere in Canada who are ready to take on civic leadership roles. Perhaps:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">You&rsquo;ve never heard the term &ldquo;public appointment&rdquo; before.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">You&rsquo;re already leading&mdash;through work, volunteering, advocacy, caregiving, student life, cultural or community organizing&mdash;and want a bigger platform.</li></ul>This opportunity is open to public‑minded individuals and/or experts in their fields who want to contribute to more inclusive institutions. Why this matters for Asian Canadian communitiesAsian Canadians are underrepresented in public entities such as agencies, boards, commissions, crown corporations, and civil society leadership roles. Many are well‑positioned and ready to serve, bringing needed diversity of experiences, perspectives, and leadership to enhance decision‑making. Public appointments are one concrete way to ensure that Asian Canadian perspectives are part of the rooms where policies, programs, and priorities are shaped. What you&rsquo;ll get out of itThis workshop is designed to build confidence, language, and practical tools for Asian Canadians to lead in civic spaces and public life&mdash;focused specifically on public appointments.You will:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learn about public agencies, boards, commissions, and crown corporations (the &ldquo;ABCs&rdquo; of civic leadership)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Hear firsthand experiences from government representatives, civic leaders, and current public appointees</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explore board governance basics: board structures, roles, and how to participate effectively on boards and committees</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Reflect on your identity, lived experience, and leadership as assets for public roles</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Leave ready to seek out civic leadership opportunities and with a simple plan to pursue an appointment</li></ul>Cost and accessibility:&nbsp;$15018-30 years old? This workshop is FREE if you apply for the ACCTXGLOCAL grant &ndash; View grant steps below! Workshop details<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Who: Asian Canadians, 18+, anywhere in Canada</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">When: Saturday Oct 10 (9:00am-3:30pm MST) and Saturday Oct 17 (9:00am-12pm MST). Attendance is required for both parts.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Where: Teams (link will be emailed before the session)</li></ul>Application deadline:&nbsp;October 8, 2026 If you have questions before registering, email us at <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:events@acctfoundation.ca" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">events@acctfoundation.ca</a> GLOCAL x ACCT Participation GrantFor individuals ages 18 to 30, a participation grant of up to $150 is available. To be considered, applicants must complete all three steps.<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Step 1:&nbsp;Complete GLOCAL&rsquo;s National Youth Service Network form: <a fr-original-style="" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBhRZxEkcTLdoeB3iefg6PVeophvRfLagMCpu4THmTIWm3PQ/viewform" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBhRZxEkcTLdoeB3iefg6PVeophvRfLagMCpu4THmTIWm3PQ/viewform</a></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Step 2:&nbsp;Register for the ACCT Foundation workshop.&nbsp;Open workshop registration:&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/acct-public-appointments-workshop" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/acct-public-appointments-workshop</a>&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Step 3:&nbsp;Submit the GLOCAL x ACCT grant application form.&nbsp;Open grant application form:&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tF3xixJPRz" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">ACCT Foundation x GLOCAL Public Appointments Workshop Grant Application Form &ndash; Fill out form</a></li></ul>

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for registering for our Public Appointments workshop. Your registration greatly helps our mission. 🚀 If you would like to contribute further, contact us to become a volunteer, or talk to your friends about our cause! Lianne Leelianne.l@acctfoundation.ca

Canadian institutions need your leadership!Public agencies, boards, commissions, and crown corporations help guide decisions about health, housing, transit, education, and more. They’re meant to include people who reflect their communities—not just career insiders. Across Canada, these bodies recruit community members and seek diverse representation. Join ACCT Foundation's Public Appointments Workshop, preparing Asian Canadians to seek out and pursue civic leadership opportunities in public entities and civil society! Who this is forThis workshop is for Asian Canadians, 18+, anywhere in Canada who are ready to take on civic leadership roles. Perhaps:<ul><li>You’ve never heard the term “public appointment” before.</li><li>You’re already leading—through work, volunteering, advocacy, caregiving, student life, cultural or community organizing—and want a bigger platform.</li></ul>This opportunity is open to public‑minded individuals and/or experts in their fields who want to contribute to more inclusive institutions. Why this matters for Asian Canadian communitiesAsian Canadians are underrepresented in public entities such as agencies, boards, commissions, crown corporations, and civil society leadership roles. Many are well‑positioned and ready to serve, bringing needed diversity of experiences, perspectives, and leadership to enhance decision‑making. Public appointments are one concrete way to ensure that Asian Canadian perspectives are part of the rooms where policies, programs, and priorities are shaped. What you’ll get out of itThis workshop is designed to build confidence, language, and practical tools for Asian Canadians to lead in civic spaces and public life—focused specifically on public appointments.You will:<ul><li>Learn about public agencies, boards, commissions, and crown corporations (the “ABCs” of civic leadership)</li><li>Hear firsthand experiences from government representatives, civic leaders, and current public appointees</li><li>Explore board governance basics: board structures, roles, and how to participate effectively on boards and committees</li><li>Reflect on your identity, lived experience, and leadership as assets for public roles</li><li>Leave ready to seek out civic leadership opportunities and with a simple plan to pursue an appointment</li></ul>Cost and accessibility: $15018-30 years old? This workshop is FREE if you apply for the ACCTXGLOCAL grant – View grant steps below! Workshop details<ul><li>Who: Asian Canadians, 18+, anywhere in Canada</li><li>When: Saturday Oct 10 (9:00am-3:30pm MST) and Saturday Oct 17 (9:00am-12pm MST). Attendance is required for both parts.</li><li>Where: Teams (link will be emailed before the session)</li></ul>Application deadline: October 8, 2026 If you have questions before registering, email us at <a href="mailto:events@acctfoundation.ca" target="_blank">events@acctfoundation.ca</a> GLOCAL x ACCT Participation GrantFor individuals ages 18 to 30, a participation grant of up to $150 is available. To be considered, applicants must complete all three steps.<ul><li>Step 1: Complete GLOCAL’s National Youth Service Network form: <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBhRZxEkcTLdoeB3iefg6PVeophvRfLagMCpu4THmTIWm3PQ/viewform" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBhRZxEkcTLdoeB3iefg6PVeophvRfLagMCpu4THmTIWm3PQ/viewform</a></li><li>Step 2: Register for the ACCT Foundation workshop. Open workshop registration: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/acct-public-appointments-workshop" target="_blank">https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/acct-public-appointments-workshop</a> </li><li>Step 3: Submit the GLOCAL x ACCT grant application form. Open grant application form: <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tF3xixJPRz" target="_blank">ACCT Foundation x GLOCAL Public Appointments Workshop Grant Application Form – Fill out form</a></li></ul>

The ACCT Foundation

ACCT Public Appointments Workshop

Virtual on Teams (Link will be emailed before the session)

General Admission - includes both dates

$150

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