NSAA Conference Spring 2026
The Spring 2026 NSAA Conference will be held on Thursday March 19 and Friday March 20, 2026.
Conference Details & Registration
Where: Ballroom, Coronet Hotel, Prince Albert, SK (3551 2nd Ave W, Prince Albert SK S6V 5G1)
When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, March 20, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Meals & Nourishment: Breakfast will be provided on Thursday & Friday; Lunch will be provided on Thursday
* Only those who register for the event are invited to attend for meals
REGISTER HERE - Please fill out the registration form by clicking on this link. Please register no later than March 13, 2026.
Hotel accommodations at the Coronet Hotel can be made by calling 1-306-764-6441
When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, March 20, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Meals & Nourishment: Breakfast will be provided on Thursday & Friday; Lunch will be provided on Thursday
* Only those who register for the event are invited to attend for meals
REGISTER HERE - Please fill out the registration form by clicking on this link. Please register no later than March 13, 2026.
Hotel accommodations at the Coronet Hotel can be made by calling 1-306-764-6441
AGENDA
March 19, 2026 |
Session Description |
8:30 – 9:00am |
Registration and Breakfast - provided by the Coronet Location: Ballroom, Basement floor |
9:00 – 9:05am |
Welcome, Land Acknowledgment & Agenda Overview Paula Muench, CAO Town of Creighton and NMTA Management Board Chair |
9:05 – 9:45am |
The Power of Policy: Strengthen your Human Resource Policy Suite This presentation will review current recommended policy structures and maintenance that best aligns with current legislation and workplace standards. Gain insight on how to best execute your employee management, development, and benefits through the power of policy with Nicole Lerat, CAO & consultant. |
9:45 – 10:00am |
Break |
10:00 – 11:00am |
The Power of Policy: Strengthen your Human Resource Policy Suite, continued Nicole Lerat, CAO & consultant |
11:00am– 12:00pm |
SPSA: Service Offerings, the Role of an Emergency Services Officer & FireSmart Communities Join SPSA’s Tyler Harrison as he shares of the important services available to Saskatchewan communities when managing community safety and when support is needed when critical situations arise. Learn about the role of an SPSA Emergency Services Officer before, during and after an emergency occurs. Gain knowledge about the FireSmart approach and its role in mitigating fire risk in your communities with SPSA’s Camille Harrison. |
12:00 – 1:00pm |
Lunch - hot buffet lunch provided by the Coronet Location: Ballroom, Basement floor |
1:00 – 2:15pm |
Your Role in Council Success: An Administrator's Guide Join sector experts, Sheldon Green and Keith Comstock from the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy for this fully interactive session that will focus on the Administrator’s role in governance, Setting Direction, Monitoring & Reporting, and Working Together for the overall success of your community. |
2:15 – 2:30pm |
Break |
2:30 – 3:30pm |
Your Role in Council Success: An Administrator's Guide, continued Sheldon Green and Keith Comstock from the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy |
3:30 - 4:30pm |
NSAA Trivia & Networking Session Kick back, have fun, and meet your fellow Administrators while flexing your knowledge during a fun and interactive session geared towards networking and collaboration. |
March 20, 2026 |
Session Description |
8:30 - 9:00 am |
Breakfast – provided by the Coronet Hotel Location: Ballroom, Basement floor |
900 - 9:30 am |
Municipal Infrastructure & Finance Grant Information Municipalities in Saskatchewan can access various funding programs to support infrastructure development and finance projects. Jennifer Getz, Director of Grant Administration, Ministry of Government Relations |
9:30 - 10:00 am |
Targeted Sector Support TSS Initiative is designed to support collaborative projects between municipalities that enhance operational capabilities, improve service delivery, and promote good governance across Saskatchewan. Brad Henry, Executive Director, Northern Municipal Services |
10:00 - 10:45am |
Community Driven Preparedness: One Community’s Story Listen firsthand to Phane Rey, Protection Officer, fire fighter, and former Northern Village Councillor, as he shares his experience from the perspective of a community leader in the development and execution of a community-led forest fire mitigation effort. |
10:45 - 11:00 am |
Break |
11:00am - 12:00pm |
Gather with likeminded Administrators from the area and Northern Municipal Services staff for a focused sit-down discussion Conference Wrap Up Paula Muench, CAO Town of Creighton, NMTA Management Board Chair |