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May 21-23, 2025 | Westin Ottawa

AHP Convene Canada

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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 credits 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
Call for Proposals

Present a Session at Convene Canada

Share your expertise at the 2025 Convene Canada conference by submitting a speaker proposal by January 31.
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Location

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A perfect urban retreat

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The Convene Canada conference is hosted at The Westin Ottawa, located in the heart of the city. Overlooking the iconic Rideau Canal and steps away from Parliament Hill, this elegant venue offers a vibrant yet serene atmosphere, blending modern comfort with unparalleled convenience for focused learning and meaningful connections. Enjoy a discounted room rate of $279 per night (plus tax) as a Convene Canada participant.

Schedule at a Glance


Wednesday, May 21


Time Agenda
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Registration Open
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Breakfast for Pre-Conference Workshops Only
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM AHP Development Primer
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CFRE Exam Compass Review Course
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Leading Forward Canada pre-conference day
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch for Pre-Conference Workshops Only 
   Main Conference Begins
 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM  Roundtable Discussions
 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM  Welcome and Opening Keynote
 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM  Opening Reception with Exhibitors

Thursday, May 22


Time Agenda
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Registration Open
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM Networking Breakfast
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Educational Breakout Sessions [3]
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM Transition Time
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM Educational Breakout Sessions [3]
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM Coffee Break with Exhibitors
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM Industry Showcase Sessions [3]
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM Flipped Classroom Sessions [3]
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM Industry Showcase Sessions [3]
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM Flipped Classroom Sessions [3]
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM Roundtable Discussions
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM Transition Time
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Educational Breakout Sessions [3]
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Evening Social Event

Friday, May 23


Time Agenda
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Registration & Bag Storage Available
7:15 AM - 8:00 AM Idea Exchange Breakfast
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Exhibit Hall Open
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM General Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM Educational Breakout Sessions [3]
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM Break with Exhibitors / Exhibit Hall Closing
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Educational Breakout Sessions [3]
11:45 AM Conference Concludes

Pre-Conference Workshops

All workshops will take place on Wednesday, May 21

 

Leading Forward Executive Forum

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

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AHP Development Primer

Essential fundraising principles, practical strategies, and tools for emerging healthcare fundraisers

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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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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)  


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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) 


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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

2025 Sponsorship Opportunities

If you're interested in sponsoring International Conference, please check out our sponsorship opportunities or contact Michelle Gilbert at michelle@ahp.org.

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Global Philanthropic 

Convene Canada 2025 Committee Members

First Name Last Name Credentials Title Organization Province
Meaghan Byrnes   Director of Philanthropy Huntsville Hospital Foundation Huntsville, ON
Kendra Clarke  CFRE Director of Philanthropy North Bay Regional Health Centre Foundation North Bay, ON
Jennifer Atkinson CFRE Director, Leadership Giving Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation Westminster, BC
Shari Barr Annual Giving & Community Initiatives Manager Delta Hospital + Community Health Foundation Delta, BC
Gail Brescia President St. Joseph's Foundation of Thunder Bay Thunder Bay, ON
Adrienne Burns Manager, Annual Giving Lakeridge Health Foundation Oshawa, ON
Julie Byczynski Chief Executive Officer The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital Guelph, ON
Shannon Carkner CFRE Campaign Director, Major Gifts UHN Foundation Toronto, ON
Lynn Conforti CFRE Director, Principal Gifts Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation Newmarket, ON
Bethany Dainton Manager of Major Gifts & Planned Giving Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation Bowhanville, ON
Delphine Hasle CFRE Executive Director Perley Health Foundation Ottawa, ON
Afsheen Jiwani MBA, CFRE Campaign Director, Major Gifts UHN Foundation Toronto, ON
Kate Merritt-Dupelle CFRE Development Officer, Major Gifts North Bay Regional Health Centre Foundation North Bay, ON
Kimberley Payne Executive Director Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Foundation Goderich, ON
Tori Peacock MPNL Senior Philanthropy Officer Sunnybrook Foundation Toronto, ON
Ravi Sharda Associate Director Surrey Hospitals Foundation Surrey, BC
Danielle Sleiman CFRE Vice President, Development Burnaby Hospital Foundation Burnaby, BC
Alison Smith CFRE Director of Marketing & Communications Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation Collingwood, ON
Lindsay Tarvit Director of Development St. Michael's Hospital Foundation Toronto, ON
Caroline Thompson CFRE Director, Philanthropy University Hospital Foundation Grove, AB