Conference FAQ's
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When is the SEPA Annual Conference?
  • The 2020 SEPA Conference is being held November 16-19, 2020.  Registration is open.  To register please click here.  Limited space available.

Where is the Conference held?
  • The Conference is being held at the Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre in Saskatoon, SK.

How many people attend the Conference?
  • On average the convention draws in about 150-200  delegates and visitors.

What is the cost to attend?
  • The cost to attend is as follows:​
    • ​Early bird pricing (member) $325
    • Early bird pricing (non-member)$470
    • Regular pricing (member) $395
    • Regular pricing (non-member) 500
    • Pre-conference training & workshops $125

Who can attend?
  • Our conference is open to anyone However, the majority of those in attendance have a role in Emergency Response Planning.  This includes firefighters, paramedics, reeves, and RM Administrators.

Will there be an evening event? 
  • Yes, there is a planned activity, light meal, and entertainment by Kelly Taylor planned for Wednesday, November 18, 2020.
What's included in the pricing?

​Pre-Conference Training & Workshops
Included in the pre-conference registration is your admission to the training options, catered lunches, snacks and refreshments throughout the conference, and networking opportunities with Emergency Managers and elected officials from every corner of the Province. 

Scheduled Speakers
Included in the conference registration is your admission to the presented speakers, a catered lunch on Wednesday, November 18th, a catered brunch on Thursday, November 19th, snacks and refreshments throughout the conference, industry exhibitor booths and networking opportunities with Emergency Managers and elected officials from every corner of the Province

What is the SEPA cancellation policy?
  • ​All cancellations and registration transfers must be submitted in writing and emailed to admin@sepa.ca or finance@sepa.ca. Telephone cancellations will NOT be accepted.               Cancellations received on or before October 3, 2020, will be refunded.  All cancellations are subject to a $100 penalty.                                                                          No shows will not be refunded.  Refunds may take eight weeks to process.

Who can I contact for more information?
  • Dana Leidl is the SEPA Administrative Coordinator and can be reached at 306.361.0930 or admin@sepa.ca.  ​
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                                   Safety Regulations for the 2020 SEPA Conference:

SEPA will be conducting the scheduled conference in line with the Government of Saskatchewan regulations and will follow all protocols necessary for a safe conference.  COVID-19 Resources can be found here.

The following initiatives are in place:
  • ​Hand sanitizer stations located throughout the Saskatoon Inn
  • Mask availability
  • Temperature checks of all guests entering the Saskatoon Inn
  • Room layout and traffic control

Information on the "Saskatoon Inn Safe & Clean" initiative can be found here.

​​A block of rooms has been secured at the Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre, 2002 Airport Drive. They will be held at the special SEPA rates of $132.00 plus applicable taxes until Friday, October 16, 2020. Please use the SEPA Group Confirmation - SK Emergency Planners Association block when you are booking your room. You can contact the Hotel at (306) 242-1440, through their toll free number at 1-800-667-8789, email reservations at reservations@saskatooninn.com , or book through the online booking at bookings.ihotelier.com/bookings.jsp?groupID=2732574&hotelID=6876


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