Start Time

Presenter & Description:

8:00 AM

Registration, Breakfast

8:50

Welcome – Viji Hariharan, Chair of OBRC

9:00

Empowering Excellence: Cultivating Sustainable High Performance for Individualsand Organizations in a Changing World - Michael Schiel, High Performance Coach & Transformation Consultant – Invictus High Performance

In this keynote, High Performance Coach and Transformation Consultant Michael Schiel will address the pressing system challenges faced by OASIS organizations. Drawing from Applied Neuroscience, Psychology, and High-Performance research and his 25+ years of experience, Michael will introduce frameworks that empower both individuals and organizations to face challenging times, achieve peak performance and thrive. Attendees will learn how to cultivate personal high performance, and to leverage the High Performing Community Organization and High Performing Organizational Teams frameworks to

navigate and excel in today’s dynamic environment.

10:00

Related Corporations: To Be or Not to Be - Brendon Pooran, PooranLaw & Saquiba Rahman, PooranLaw

Many organisations in the DS sector have “related corporations,” such as housing corporations or foundations, that have a long-running history with the lead organization. PooranLaw’s Managing Partner, Brendon Pooran, will walk through the purpose of these

corporations, their legal implications, and considerations for their ongoing operations.

11:00

Break

11:15

The Balancing Act: HR Issues Impacting DS Budgets in 2024/2025 – Cheryl Wiles-Pooran, PooranLaw

In this session, DS Labour Lawyer Cheryl Wiles Pooran will review the latest human resources law developments and best practices for managing human capital and balancing budgets. Key topics will include:

• Legislation update – recent statutory developments and their financial consequences
• Collective Bargaining Trends and compensation expectations
• Pay Equity preparedness
• Pension and Benefit Trends - options and obstacles
• Closures and Layoffs - making tough choices in response to budget crises
• New revenue sources – keys to preparedness for J2B

12:15 PM

Break

1:00

Navigating Technological Advancements in Smaller Not-for-Profit Organizations –

David Spencer, Community Living Mattawa

In an ever-evolving technology landscape, smaller not-for-profit organizations face unique challenges in staying current. This presentation will explore how our organization identified the critical need to modernize the organization’s technology, secured necessary funding, and developed a strategic plan for how the organization will remain current moving forward. We will share insights into our successful funding strategies and outline our forward-thinking approach to ensuring ongoing innovation. Join us to learn how

smaller not-for-profit organizations can effectively modernize their technology in the present and continually maintain and adapt their technology in the future.

2:00

Passport Uncovered -Kim Thorn, Your Support Services Network & Chris Brillinger, Family Service Toronto

The Provincial Passport Program is administered by 11 agencies across the province, known as Passport Agencies (PAs) and collectively known as the Ontario Passport Agency Network (OPAN). We collectively administer a funding commitment of $701 million supporting over 67 thousand Ontarians. We are working hard to improve the user experience for recipients, those who support them, and TPRs. Learn about what we have done, the work ahead and, how we can work together to help recipients access every dollar they are eligible for.

3:00

Break

3:15

The Imperative of Privacy Compliance for Non-Profit Organizations - Sharon Bauer, Bamboo Data Consulting

In an era where data privacy is increasingly becoming a focal point of global concern, non-profit organizations must prioritize privacy compliance to protect their stakeholders and maintain trust. This presentation will explore the critical importance of privacy compliance for non-profits, emphasizing the legal obligations, ethical considerations, and potential risks associated with non-compliance. Attendees will gain insights into how a robust privacy program can enhance organizational transparency, foster donor and beneficiary trust, and safeguard sensitive information. Join us to learn how to build a

culture of privacy that aligns with your organization's values and mission.

4:15 - 5:15

Best Practices for Financial Transformation

This presentation explores the implementation journey of Community Living North Halton and Reena. It begins by identifying the catalyst for change, driven by both external pressures and internal inefficiencies, and what benefits they wanted to achieve with their digital transformation. Each presenter will share their selection process for digital tools, detailing factors they considered and key advice for other organizations embarking on similar transformations. Finally, attendees can learn about the tangible differences and outcomes, focusing on increased efficiency, enhanced transparency, greater donor trust, and improved financial strategies.

5:15 - 6:00

Networking/Reception

6:00

Dinner

Start Time

Presenter & Description:

8:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00

The Ministry of Community and Social Services will provide an Update on

Journey to Belonging

10:00

Harnessing AI in Developmental Services- Aaron Watson, Information Systems Manager, Community Living Chatham-Kent and Julie LaSorda, Director, Marketing and Innovation, Community Living Essex County

On behalf of the OBRC, please join Community Living Essex County and Community Living Chatham-Kent as we discuss different use cases of generative AI to enhance efficiency and creativity in the developmental services sector. We'll discuss some of the risks, planning, training, and practical applications that can help organizations make use of this innovative technology both for back-office efficiencies, as well as enhancing the effectiveness of

frontline staff.

11:00

Fragmentation to Unity: Driving Best Practices in Developmental Services. - Dr. Robert Walsh, CEO, OASIS

The DS sector is rich with decades of experience, where individual organizations have creatively adapted to unique challenges, often in silos. This session aims to explore how we can break down these barriers, bringing together the wisdom and innovations from across the field. We'll dive into the complexities of life- course service costing, coordinated bargaining, pay equity, and policy analysis and implementation, using small learning circles to foster collaboration and trust. By exploring variations and commonalities, we can build coalitions and create shared resources that drive systemic change. Together, we'll examine complex adaptive systems and the importance of trust and accountability as we lay the groundwork for a more unified, effective sector. This interactive session will set the stage for collective action, drawing on your insights and experiences to shape the future of developmental services.

12:00 PM

Lunch

12:45 - 2:15

 SPARC’ing DS

Join Michelle Brooks (Provincial Network/PH Durham and Paul Fleming (Partner with People Minded Business) as they bring you up to date on the SPARC

project including what’s learned (with a focus on Finance, IT and Marketing) and how it will shape OnTrac recommendations for Phase 2 work to build capacities and capabilities in the DS Sector. The session will leave lots of time for questions and discussions so please bring them along.

2:15 - 3:00

OBRC - Building the Future of agencies

A panel of OBRC Committee Members will be covering the following key topics in this interactive panel discussion:

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion**: Integrating DEI into agency strategy.
• Future-proofing Your Agency – Journey to Belonging
• Evolving AI and IT Parlance – How to protect your agency
• HR Recruiting Software**: Leveraging technology for efficient, inclusiverecruitment.