Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) is pleased to provide the community managers’ and supervisors’ with a learning event on the implementation of The Mandatory Measures in the Procurement and Materiel Management Communitie’s Professional Development Framework, including the incorporation of functional competencies in Employee Performance
Management Agreements.

Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (EDT) 
Location: Online. Register here

Experts from the team will walk you through the framework and the supporting tools. You will also hear from managers who participated in the pilot program, and you will have an opportunity to ask questions to the presenters.

In collaboration with the Canada School of Public Service (CSPS), TBS will be moderating a panel discussion with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Parks, and Health Canada on The Role of Managers in the Procurement Process.

Date: Friday, June 13, 2025
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (EDT)
Location: Attend in person at CSPS, 373 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1N 7B1, or
join online and register here

This informative session will highlight the roles and responsibilities of the Public Service throughout the procurement process. It will help ensure that managers are well-equipped to navigate the federal procurement process with integrity and efficiency, while fostering stronger collaboration with functional experts and upholding key policy and ethical standards.

Communicate to Be Clear, Concise, and Memorable with Think on Your Feet®

Description: Think on Your Feet® is an internationally acclaimed workshop that trains you to analyze, organize, and present your ideas… FAST! Learn techniques to simplify complex information, structure ideas, and increase your influence to gain buy-in. 

*Check the public workshop calendar for individual learning needs and in-house solutions are available for organizations and teams.

Course Details:
Public Workshop Dates: https://mdctraining.com/public-workshop-calendar/
Ways to Learn: Live-virtual instructor-led and in-person learning solutions are available
Learn More: https://mdctraining.com/workshops/think-on-your-feet/

The Public Procurement Learning Lab (PPLL), a department of OPBA, delivers the highly regarded Principles of Effective Public Procurement Certificate Program. Usually offered virtually, however, PPLL is offering a unique opportunity to participate in an in-person 4-day intensive course in Nisku, Alberta from April 8-11, 2025. This is an outstanding educational opportunity for those newer to the public procurement profession or who have procurement as part of their responsibilities. Offered in partnership with Canoe Procurement, the course covers key topics such as tendering, contract negotiation, and issuing RFPs, tenders, and quotations. This is a rare chance to learn alongside peers and colleagues and have in-person access to the instructor. The program equips participants with the skills and knowledge to excel in public procurement and advance their careers.

Course Details:
 Dates: April 8–11, 2025
 Location: Canoe Procurement Group of Canada Head Office (Nisku, AB)
 Learn more and Register Now: www.publicprocurementlearninglab.ca