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@CityofCourtenay has applied social procurement to 100+ competitive bids since 2023. But scaling impact requires coordination across all levels of government. Scott Hainsworth in the latest D&S Perspective. Read now: gfoabc.ca/whats-new/news… #GFOABC #GFOABCBetterTogether

The Village of Pemberton is advancing social procurement with limited capacity — pragmatically, and in collaboration with the @lilwatnation. David Ni shares the practical lessons. Read Now: gfoabc.ca/whats-new/news… #GFOABC #GFOABCBetterTogether #GFOABCknowledgesharing

The 2026 @GFOABC Annual Conference is May 27–29 in Kelowna. Case studies on housing, capital planning, and intergenerational equity — plus the connections that carry you through the year. Register: gfoabc.ca/events/annual-… #GFOABC #GFOABCBetterTogether

A 28% pipeline valuation cut threatened $640K in tax revenue for one BC community. The @GFOABC forum helped coordinate a province-wide response — and @bcassessment reversed course. Read how: gfoabc.ca/whats-new/news… #GFOABC #GFOABCBetterTogether #GFOABCknowledgesharing

Resilient communities depend on resilient financial leadership — and that's strengthened when we gather. Kala Harris on what the 2026 conference in Kelowna is really about 👉 Read the full issue: gfoabc.ca/whats-new/news… #GFOABC #GFOABCBetterTogether

Property tax revenue is the largest source of funding for local governments—and one of the most regulated. Join our April webinar series to get ready for property tax collection. Early Bird Deadline Extended To: March 31! Register Now gfoabc.ca/events/event-d… #GFOABC

How is housing growth affecting your community's finances? Take the @GFOABC Quarterly Question survey — results will inform our conference programming and newsletter. gfoabc.ca/whats-new/quar… #GFOABC

From electrical engineering to gratitude research — Steve Foran is keynoting the @GFOABC 2026 Conference in Kelowna this May. His mission: one billion happier people. Register: gfoabc.ca/events/annual-… #GFOABC

Budget 2026 cuts LG transfers by $10M, adds PST to professional services & removes the Rural Home Owner Benefit. @GFOABC members are unpacking the impacts — join the discussion: gfoabc.ca/forum/ #GFOABC

Join us for the Mar 5 @GFOABC Accounting & Auditing Forum webinar as we explore three timely and practical topics for local government finance professionals: ARO Subsequent Measurement Preparing for the LGDE Reporting Deadline Rethinking the Annual Report gfoabc.ca/events/event-d…

@GFOABC is seeking expressions of interest from members who wish to serve on one of the Association’s committees. This is an opportunity to contribute to the profession while supporting the programs and services. Deadline Mar 31. For more information visit gfoabc.ca/committees

Trending in the @GFOABC Online Forum: Utility Funding & Reserves How are local governments funding water and sewer reserves — through user fees, property taxes, or a mix of both? Join the conversation forum.gfoabc.ca/t/levy-propert… and add your perspective. #GFOABC, #GFOABConlineforum

Board-led, case-study sessions tackling real challenges in local government finance across BC, plus leadership learning and peer exchange. Register early as Kelowna hotels will fill fast due to Memorial Cup. gfoabc.ca/events/annual-… Don't miss Welcome Reception & Gala Evening!

@GFOABC’s latest Quarterly Question invites you to share your experience with developing capital plans and budgets in BC local governments. 🗓 Survey closes February 19, 2026 👉 gfoabc.ca/whats-new/quar… #GFOABC #CapitalPlanning #Budgeting #LocalGovernmentFinance #GFOABC2026

@GFOABC Training & Events support local government finance professionals at every stage—from building foundations to deepening expertise and staying current. Coming up: 👉 Check it out: gfoabc.ca/events/ #LocalGovernmentFinance #GFOABCBootCamp #GFOABCSFL #GFOABC

Help shape capital planning in BC local government. Share your experience to highlight challenges, best practices, and benchmarks. Results will inform a 2026 @GFOABC Annual Conference session. Take the Quarterly Question: shorturl.at/juHl7 #GFOABC

Our members are at the heart of everything we do. In the December @GFOABC Dollars & Sense Perspective, Executive Director Kala Harris reflects on 2025 and what’s ahead for our community in 2026. shorturl.at/n0APJ #GFOABC

In this quarter’s @GFOABC Dollars & Sense Perspectives, Chris Sinclair of @BDO_Canada explores the human side of municipal budgets—from residents falling behind on bills to rising demand for community support programs. Read it here: shorturl.at/n0APJ #GFOABC

The latest @GFOABC Dollars & Sense Perspectives newsletter is out! Aiden Andrews of @CivicLegal LLP breaks down the upcoming Jan 1, 2026, changes to the Development Cost Charge Regulation - and what local governments need to update. Read it here: shorturl.at/n0APJ #GFOABC

The December 2025 @GFOABC Dollars & Sense Perspectives newsletter is out! President Corinne Bomben looks ahead to 2026, highlighting the fast-changing world of local government finance, new tech, and strategies for the challenges ahead. shorturl.at/n0APJ #GFOABC