Conservation Leadership Professionals, formerly known as Young Conservation Professionals (YCP), brings alumni and leaders together to connect, learn, and continue developing professional skills in conservation.
Throughout the year, Conservation Leadership Professionals Alumni and leaders gather for networking events, learning, and reconnecting.

Join us for the 5th Conservation Leadership Professionals Conference, February 4–5, 2027 to meet leaders in the field and hear from inspiring speakers, including Conservation Leadership Professionals alumni and friends.
Start the conference early with an optional Wednesday evening social session on February 3, a relaxed chance to mingle and connect, with evening snacks and overnight accommodation included.

Fee Schedule (Registration closes on January 20, 2027):

• Three-Day Package (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, February 3-5): $275 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees) Includes meals & accommodation
• Two-Day Package (Thursday & Friday, February 4–5): $225 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees) Includes meals & accommodation
• Thursday, February 4 only: $150 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees) Includes breakfast, lunch & dinner
• Friday, February 5 only: $100 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees) Includes breakfast & lunch
• Optional Wednesday, February 3: $75 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees) Includes evening snacks & accommodation

Things to Know

• Travelling from a distance? Register for the optional evening social session on Wednesday, February 3, to settle in early and mingle with fellow attendees!
• Overnight accommodation is at the Claremont Nature Centre, featuring shared bathrooms and shared bedrooms with a cozy, dorm-style atmosphere.
• Parking: Parking is limited, and carpooling is encouraged. There is a Group Carpooling signup tool is free for small groups. Click on the link and sign up! https://groupcarpool.com/t/9erq7p
• Door prizes will be given throughout the conference, including homemade quilts, mugs, and nature-themed goodies (valued up to $300)!
• A portion of conference fees will be used to support future leadership participants in the core program.
• If you have any questions, please connect Jennifer Miles at jennifer.miles@trca.ca

Cancelation Policy:
Cancellation requests received by TRCA more than 14 days before the start of the program will receive a 75% refund of the relevant program fees paid. Cancellation requests received by TRCA less than 14 days before the start of the program do not qualify for a refund. Minimum registration numbers required for program to operate. In the event TRCA must cancel the program due to low registration or government order, a full refund will be issued (minus the eventbrite fees).