Stay ahead of the curve at this annual marquee event where police associations and employers come together to explore the latest trends, insights, and strategies for building stronger, more resilient workplaces.
Join Us February 25-26 at the 2025 Police Employment Conference – Shaping the Future of Police Workplaces Together!
The 2025 Police Employment Conference is the premier event for representatives of police associations and employers to come together and tackle the most pressing issues impacting police workplaces today. This is your opportunity to engage with some of the best lawyers in the field, including sector-leading experts representing both member and employer perspectives. These legal professionals bring their extensive experience and cutting-edge insights to the conference, sharing the latest research, trends, and practical applications that are shaping police employment.
Most sessions feature dynamic panels led by these top-tier lawyers, providing a balanced view of the challenges and opportunities in the sector. Attendees will benefit from a wealth of knowledge and actionable strategies to address the evolving landscape of police workplaces.
Key topics on the agenda include:
CSPA and Workplace Issues: As the Community Safety and Policing Act nears its one-year anniversary of coming into force, delve into its impact on police workplaces. From operational challenges to workplace rights, discover how this transformative legislation is reshaping the sector and what it means for the future of policing.
Probationary Periods: An in-depth look at the challenges and best practices for both uniform and civilian bargaining units, helping you build strong foundations in your workforce.
Collective Bargaining Update: Get up to speed on the latest developments in police sector bargaining, including the implications of Ontario’s new statutory framework and the hot-button issues being negotiated and arbitrated nationwide.
Health and Welfare Benefits: Gain practical advice on navigating changes at the bargaining table, with innovative ideas for collective agreement language that supports your members' well-being.
Disability Accommodation: Explore the complexities of the legal and bargaining landscape to effectively address disability accommodation in police employment.
Police Disciplinary Decisions: A review of the year’s most impactful decisions, offering insights into how they shape workplace policies and practices.
Human Rights in the Workplace: Understand key human rights decisions and learn how to apply them to ensure compliance and foster an inclusive environment.
Registration details:
The conference will be held on February 25–26, 2025, at the Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel. Early bird registration is $800 + HST until January 17, 2025, after which the fee will increase to $900 + HST. The final registration deadline is February 17, 2025.
The registration fee includes breakfast, lunch, and coffee/nutrition breaks on both days of the conference.
Accommodation details:
Accommodations are available at the Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel starting at $194.00 per night for single or double occupancy, covering stays from Monday, February 24, to Wednesday, February 26, 2025. To secure this rate, bookings must be made by Monday, February 3, 2025, using this booking link.
To register for this event, a PAO account is required
For non-PAO members who attended the 2024 Employment Conference or CSPA Summit: A profile linked to your registration email has already been created in our system. Use the link below to confirm your account, activate your profile, and complete your registration
If no account is found or you'd like to use a different email address: Create a new account using the link below, then complete your registration.
Refunds: Cancellation requests received seven (7) or more days before the event start date will be eligible for a refund, minus a $50 administration fee. After this deadline, registration fees are non-refundable. Refunds will be processed within five (5) business days and issued to the original payment method. For cheque payments, an EFT will be issued.
Substitutions: Substitutions are allowed at any time at no additional charge. Send the substitute’s name, title, and contact information to events@pao.ca. The PAO will maintain a waiting list to facilitate substitutions if necessary.
Note: Paid registration fees may not be transferred between event
