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  • 100C Principles of Land Acquisition (Virtual Class) 2023-01-16

    This course is an education offering to the global community of infrastructure/right of way professionals. Its purpose and content plans are centered on members of the Project Team with specific emphasis to the infrastructure professional/right of way agent. This course is an introduction to industry specific disciplines. Infrastructure professionals/right of way agents who typically participate on a project team are from the following dis...
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  • 2019 IRWA Golf Tournament

    Dear Chapter Members,  On Wednesday September 18th, 2019, IRWA Chapter 29 will be holding its annual Golf Tournament at Braeben Golf Course. The International Right of Way Association is a non-profit organization committed to providing specialized education and training programs in the right of way field. IRWA is the unsurpassed source of right of way educational programs and professional services worldwide. In an effort to make t...
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  • 218 Right of Way Acquisition for Electrical 2023-02-27

    Electrical Transmission Projects - Virtual Class The purpose of this course is to create an awareness of the full-scope process involved in right of way acquisition for electrical transmission projects. The course provides effective techniques for successful negotiations in the process and exposes right of way agents to what their role may be throughout the process. The course exposes the participants to the idea of “resourcefulness” ...
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  • 600C - Environmental Awareness (Canadian) 2023-02-07

    Date: February 7th, 2023 8AM Course Level: Core CEU Credits: 8.00 Newrow Conference Call Participant Capacity: 20 Tuition: Member - $265.00 USD Non-Member - $330.00 USD INSTRUCTOR: Andrew Langille. M.Sc., P.Geo. is a committed and knowledgeable pipeline professional with over 35 years in the energy industry and has been with Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline (now owned by Enbridge) since 1997.  Andrew ...
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  • April 24 - Annual Spring Education Conference *POSTPONED*

    ALL EVENTS POSTPONED UNTIL SEPT 1, 2020.    Formerly April 24, 2020.  Niagara Falls, ON.  Save the date -  Registration is now  open!     Please contact Sarah if you have any questions about the event.  Hotel Accommodations - Niagara Falls Hilton Hotel at 6361 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3V9 Phone: (905) 354-7887.  For a special IRWA rate,&nb...
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  • Chapter 29 November 2022 Educational Luncheon - 2022-11-23

    The Chapter 29 Board is excited to invite our members and guests to attend another in-person education and lunch event to be held on November 23, 2022, at Lionhead Golf Club in Brampton.  Industry expert Gordon MacNair, AACI, P.App. SR/WA, will begin the event with a presentation titled “Leadership Competencies; Skills to Become a Better Leader". Then, after lunch, Gord will lead a panel discussion with SMEs Jay Wong, AACI, ...
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  • Chapter 63 Fall Education Symposium & Course 304:

    Fall Education Symposium & Course 304: When Agencies Collide October 24 to 25, 2019.  Kingston, ON.  Note from Kim Millar, President, Chapter 63:  Hi everyone, please find attached the Agenda and Registration Form for the upcoming IRWA Chapter 63 Fall Education Symposium to be held in Kingston on Friday October 25th.  Certification Credits are available. Take advantage of the discounted registration ...
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  • Climate Change: Mitigating Impacts to Infrastructure 2022-11-17

    This is a 2-hour webinar on Climate Change. There are representatives from 5 different countries who will be talking about ways they are mitigating the damage in dealing with our new world. There is no cost for members, and you get 2 CPD credits.  It is next Thursday, Nov 17th from 5 to 7 PM EST. 2022-11-17 Event Registration
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  • Course 100 - Principles of Land Acquisition - March 9, 2022

    This course is an education offering to the global community of infrastructure/right of way professionals. Its purpose and content plans are centered on members of the Project Team with specific emphasis to the infrastructure professional/right of way agent. This course is an introduction to industry specific disciplines. Infrastructure professionals/right of way agents who typically participate on a project team are from the following discip...
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  • Course 102 - "Elevating Ethical Awareness" - 2022-10-21

    This course is intended to help resolve ethics and compliance issues by providing the information, tools and resources necessary to make good decisions. Participants will leave this course with an overview of IRWA’s Code of Conduct, Rules and Standards. Event Info
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  • Course 102: Elevating Your Ethical Awareness

    April 25, 2019.  Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON.  Course Description:  This course is intended to help resolve ethics and compliance issues by providing the information, tools and resources necessary to make good decisions. Participants will leave this course with an overview of IRWA’s Code of Conduct, Rules and Standards. These are what guide us and provide an understanding of how to apply this knowledge in serving our clients a...
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  • Course 200: Principles of Real Estate Negotiation

    October 10-11, 2019. Mississauga, ON. Course Description: This two-day course focuses on a unique blend of the communication skills associated with successful, real-world right of way negotiations. With an emphasis on the practical as opposed to the theoretical, participants will explore their own negotiation skills, habits and styles with the goal of improving settlement rates of right of way acquisitions. Please register as per the vario...
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  • Course 213: Conflict Management

    May 17, 2019.  Mississauga, ON.   Course Description:  This course presents specific methods for reaching collaborative solutions and minimizing negative aspects of conflict while maximizing benefits of resolving conflict. During this course, participants will learn how effective conflict management can open doors to healthier workplace relationships and more productive working relationships with both property owners as...
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  • Course 218

    Right of Way Acquisition for Electrical Transmission Projects. October 18-19, 2018 Brampton, ON. Instructor:  Gord MacNair / Oct. 18-19 / Location:  Brampton City Hall, 2 Wellington Street West, Brampton, ON L6Y 4R2
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  • Course 219 - Presentation, Instruction, and Facilitation - Apr 7

    Course 219 - Introduction to Presentation, Instruction and Facilitation - April 7, 2022 This course provides participants with an understanding of presenting, instructing and facilitating; an opportunity to develop or enhance presentation, instruction and facilitation skills; personal and professional development, and a venue during which to assess personal skills and abilities. At the conclusion of the course, participants ...
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  • Course 303: Managing the Consultant Process

    April 24-25, 2019. Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON. Course Description: This course is designed to provide participants with a step-by-step understanding of the process of selecting and monitoring consultants. Participants will become aware of the issues and concerns of both agencies and consultants through the discussion of practical applications. Current trends are for Departments of Transportation, local public agencies and other government...
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  • Course 421C - The Valuation for Partial Acquisitions (Cdn)

    Sept 20-23, 2021  Participants will learn how to determine and appraise the larger parcel, techniques for appraising the part acquired, identifying and measuring various types of damages and how to value the remainder after acquisitions. The course introduces ways to handle special benefits and explores the before and after approach (how, why and when), and includes numerous exercises and case studies to aid in understanding. ...
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  • Course 600C - "Environmental Awareness" - 2022-09-16

    This course provides basic principles of ecology, history of the environmental movement, a review of federal/provincial/local environmental legislation, the right of way professional’s role in the environmental process, and mitigation of environmental impacts. Participants will become familiar with environmental issues and problems facing companies and agencies acquiring or managing real property and rights of way, will learn various env...
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  • Course 603C: Understanding Enviro. Contamination in Real Estate

    September 19, 2019. Sleeping Giant Provincial Park (Ranger Lodge). Pass Lake, Ontario, District of Thunder Bay. Instructor: Gordon E. MacNair, SR/WA, AACI, P.App.  Contact the Course Coordinator, Katherine Hamilton, at Katherine-home@tbaytel.netor call/text 807-628-2798. Online registration available.  Download the detailed brochure. Description: This course is geared toward right of way professionals who may face the iss...
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  • Course 800 Principles of Real Estate Law - 2023-02-27 to 28

    This course is designed to build on the basics of real estate law provided by Course 100C “Principles of Land Acquisition  – Canadian” and to assist right of way agents, property managers and others in collaborating with property owners and attorneys. This course provides novice employees dealing with real estate issues with basic right of way information and experienced employees with a broader perspective on legal issues and a...
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  • Course 800C - Principles of Real Estate Law - 2023-02-27

    This course is designed to build on the basics of real estate law provided by Course 100C “Principles of Land Acquisition  – Canadian” and to assist right of way agents, property managers and others in collaborating with property owners and attorneys. This course provides novice employees dealing with real estate issues with basic right of way information and experienced employees with a broader perspective on legal issues and a...
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  • Course 802C - Legal Aspects of Easements

    November 18, 2021 In this course, terminology and concepts are brought to life with examples and exercises. By gaining a thorough understanding of all relevant legal considerations, right of way professionals become better equipped to avoid future problems in the appraisal, acquisition and management of easements. Full Course Description Register On-Line
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  • Course 804: Skills of Expert Testimony

    March 21, 2019, Toronto. Thank you, Guillaume, for facilitating the course.  Course description: the situations faced by the expert witnesses are analyzed through the extensive use of simulations based on actual cases, creating a unique learning situation.  Topics include: what to consider when hiring a witness and when accepting an assignment, how to handle discovery and exchange of information, what you need to know a...
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  • Course No. 604 - Environmental Due Diligence & Liability - May 5

    Course No. 604 - Environmental Due Diligence and Liability - May 5, 2022 This course provides the right of way professional with an understanding of the environmental due diligence components. Participants learn to recognize when a due diligence report should be ordered, as well as how reports should be analyzed. Event Info
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  • Fall Golf Tournament

    September 24, 2018.    Braeben Golf Club.  Mississauga, ON.  After consultation with the membership regarding their thoughts and expectations for the annual tournament, this year's organizer, Ben, arranged the event in Mississauga. Great networking opportunity and fun times, as always! Feedback for future golfing events is always appreciated.
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  • Feb 11 - Young Professionals Networking Social

    February 11, 2019. The Ballroom at 145 John Street (by Osgoode TTC subway station). We bowled, we chatted, we networked and we chowed down!  The event was open to all ages with free entry.  Good times!  
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  • Feb 13 - Golf Survey

    Responses due February 13, 2020. We are assessing our annual golf tournament event for planning purposes, and invite you to complete our short, one minute survey. Whether you are a past participant or a future golf tournament attendee, we would like to hear your opinion! Please contact our Golf Chair, Ben Van Reekum (benv@landsolutions.ca ) if you have any questions or comments. Thank you. Let's Do A Survey
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  • Feb 26 - Agricultural Valuation in Ontario

    February 26, 2020. Mississauga, ON. Speaker: Lisa Campbell. This presentation was created as an introduction to agricultural real estate valuation in Ontario, and focuses on the following elements:  Ontario’s general agricultural industry layout from a geographical perspective, comments regarding potential for environmental contamination on agricultural property, the basis of agricultural real estate valuation, a brief introduct...
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  • Free Lunch & Learn - March 10

    Free Lunch & Learn - Using old Takings for New Right-of-Way: A Review of the Supreme Court's Findings in Hydro-Quebec v. Matta March 10, 2021, from 12:00 PM-1:00PM EST.  Speaker: Abbey Sinclair, AACI, SR/WA. The Luncheon presentation provides an overview on how the Supreme Court of Canada recently addressed the issue of using previously expropriated lands for a new project in the case of Hydro-Québec v. Matta. ...
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  • Holiday Luncheon

    December 5, 2018 - 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Cost: $40 for members, $45 for non-members plus applicable taxes. Topic: Catching Up; Expropriation to Correct Existing Situations  The presentation will focus on expropriations and related claims where authorities are required to expropriate an interest in land to accommodate ‘trespassing’ infrastructure which has already been constructed.   Speaker: Guillaume Lavicto...
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  • Installation of New Board and Award Winners - June 24, 2021

    June 24, 2021 (to be confirmed). Installation of New Board and Award Winners.
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  • IRWA Chapter 29 - Course Plan for 2022 - December 9, 2021

    December 9, 2021 Chapter 29 - Course Registration Discount of 15% - In order to qualify for this discount you must register 2 weeks in advance of the course scheduled date by forwarding a completed registration form via email to the Chapter 29 Course Coordinator. This offer applies to courses scheduled in the period up to (May 5, 2022). This discount only applies to courses managed by Chapter 29 an...
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  • IRWA Chapter 29 Educational Lunch - 2022-09-29

    Date: 2022-09-29 - The Chapter 29 Executive Board takes great pleasure in announcing our first in-person luncheon event in over two years! Please join us on September 29, 2022, at BraeBen Golf Course in Mississauga to hear renowned IRWA Presenter, Instructor and Leader, Sandy Grigg, SR/WA, speak about Horizontal Integration on Realty Projects and the need for inter-discipline collaboration to achieve the common objective of project...
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  • June 8 - IRWA Chapter 29 Virtual Annual General Meeting

    June 8 - IRWA Chapter 29 Virtual Annual General Meeting - contact Sarah (sarah.orchard@wataypower.ca) for any questions!  Hello All Chapter 29 Members,  I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy in these trying times. Chapter 29’s Annual General Meeting, which is normally held during the Spring Education Seminar, will be held virtually this year. Please join us for an update on all chapter activities and the swearing ...
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  • Luncheon: Hurontario LRT

    November 20, 2019. Mississauga, ON. Luncheon: Hurontario LRT, with guest speaker TIm Lai, Manager of Stakeholder Communications. Description: The Hurontario Light Rail Transit (LRT) Project is a provincially-owned system and that will bring fast and reliable rapid transit to the cities of Mississauga and Brampton along the Hurontario corridor. Hurontario LRT will provide 18 km of rapid transit with 19 stops on a dedicated right-of-wa...
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  • Mar 11 - ​Course 902 - Property Descriptions

    March 11, 2020. Brampton, ON. Instructor: Murray LeGris. Course Description: This course covers topographic and property information on engineering plans, the interrelationship of plan, profile and crosssection views, the horizontal and vertical alignment of a centerline, aerial photogrammetry, place coordinates, utility line crossings of highways, contours, calculating earthwork and the interpretation of right of way plans. Download...
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  • Mar 25 - Course 100 - Principles of Land Acquisition *POSTPONED*

    ALL EVENTS POSTPONED UNTIL SEPT 1, 2020.   Formerly March 25-26, 2020. Mississauga, ON. Instructor: Nancy Sinclair. This course outlines real estate law terms and concepts. Participants will gain awareness of environmental issues, learn the methods of acquiring and transferring title to realty, three views of engineering plans and the fundamentals in property description systems. Topics also include the requirement...
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  • May (TBD) - Course 600 - Environmental Awareness *POSTPONED*

    ALL EVENTS POSTPONED UNTIL SEPT 1, 2020.   Formerly May 2020 - Save the date (or month!) if you are interested in this upcoming course. More information will come shortly from the Education Committee.  Thank you for your interest.
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  • Networking Night

    October 25, 2018. Toronto, ON. On Thursday, October 28th, the Chapter hosted a networking night at C.C. Lounge in Toronto, Ontario. Complimentary treats for members, with the option of inviting a guest for free. Thanks to our VP, Sarah, for organizing the event.
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  • Nominations & Awards Deadline April 12, 2022

    As the Spring Seminar has been set for April 29th and that the Chapter awards are presented at this event, the deadline to receive applications for Scholarship, Employer of the Year and Professional of the Year is set for April 12, 2022. Please contact Chair of Nominations and Elections, Sheryl.badin@mississauga.ca , for further assistance and to submit said form(s). Official Application Professional of the Year Award ...
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  • Northern Initiative Retreat

    September 20, 2019. Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, Pass Lake, ON. Join our northerly colleagues in a discussion of the following topics: Wataynikaneyap Power Project Update: Community Readiness & Training, Thunder Bay & Tourism, Connecting Remote First Nation Communities to the Ontario Power Grid; Northwestern Ontario: A Mining Powerhouse; Supercomm Industries Update. Sponsorships are greatly appreciated! Thanks in advan...
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  • Nov 18 - Course 431 - Problems in the Valuation of Partial Acqu.

    November 18, 2020. Brampton, ON. Instructor: Gordon MacNair. This course presents more complex partial acquisition valuation problems and offers opportunities for the participants to understand better the possible applications of appraisal theory to specific partial acquisition appraisal situations. Download the Brochure
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  • Nov 21 - Course 703: Real Property/Asset Management

    November 21, 2019.  Newmarket, ON.  Course Description:  This intensive course is designed to teach participants the necessary skills and knowledge to introduce and implement an asset management program within an organization. Asset management is the comprehensively planned management of a diverse portfolio of real estate for the optimum use of available assets. Participants will explore the comprehensively planned manag...
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  • November 25 - Lunch & Learn

    Wednesday, November 25, 2020, from noon to 1pm. Speaker: Gord MacNair, SR/WA, AACI. Event organizer: Guillaume Lavictoire, VP. Gord will be comparing the expropriation/condemnation compensation process between Canada and the US. He will also be providing an update on the status of our IRWA International partners including the UK, Australia, Mexico, South Africa, etc. Cost: No cost for members, $25 CDN for non-members. After confirmation of re...
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  • Region 5 Fall Forum - 2022-10-07

    This event in posted due to Region 5's proximity to Ontario Chapters. All IRWA members are welcome to register and attend the event. The event involves a presentation relating to the construction of the Gordy Howe International Bridge, a Regional meeting, as well as networking event.  For more information or if you wish to register, please contact Jay Spencer: jspencer@bowman.com | 616.304.3883 The Historic Westin Book Cadil...
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  • Region 8 & 10 luncheon - April 28, 2021

    Agents, Appraisers, and Waivers Oh My! April 28, 2021. 12 Noon EST. Description:  IRWA’s Region 8 and 10 presents our second Webinar, "Agents, Appraisers, and Waivers Oh My! Who’s Who and What’s What in Waiver Valuation Today".   In the United States, the Uniform Relocation Act mandates an appraisal for every proposed acquisition, but it also provides that the requirement for an appraisal may be waived in case...
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  • Save the Date: OEA Fall Conference (Oct 21, 2021)

    Ontario Expropriation Association Fall Conference Oct 21, 2021.  WebEx Link to Access the Conference - no registration required https://blgmeet.webex.com/blgmeet/j.php?MTID=m98ab81bfd1a27586c0d27b15d9f7d70c Event number: 2342 485 0035  Event password: 3JnaxpMS3p3 (35629767 from phones) Join by phone +1-647-418-2011 Toronto +1-844-974-2903 Canada Access code: 234 248 50035   Presentations and pres...
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  • Save the Date: Spring Education Seminar/Business Meeting Apr 29

    Save the Date: Online IRWA Chapter 29 Spring Education Seminar & Business Meeting April 29, 2022 Save the date for this annual event, which will take place over the morning of April 29th.This year's seminar will be held online, and will feature a panel of speakers and cover internal Chapter business.A formal schedule with information regarding educational credit will follow shortly. Register is now open!  Please submit ...
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  • See You Next Week in Niagara-on-the-Lake (April 18, 2019)

    April 18, 2019 See You Next Week in Niagara-on-the-Lake It is finally here, next week at the Queens Landing. Enjoy a course and stay over for the Chapter 29 Spring Education Seminar. Why not come to the Thursday night Social that is always very popular being held in the Atrium Room? Stay over night and be there early for the 0730 registration and breakfast for the Seminar in the Grand Georgian Room. The hotel rate stays in affect ...
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  • Spring Education Seminar

    April 26, 2019. Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON. Post-Event Information: The below two PDF presentations are password-protected, for Members access.   Please see your e-mail dated August 2nd, or contact righton@irwachapter29.org.   Presentation: Potential Pitfalls and Lessons Learned about Environmental Due Diligence by Imshun Je Presentation: Utility Engineering and SUE Understanding the impact on the ROW ...
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  • Spring Seminar

    May 4, 2018 (Niagara Falls, ON) - The Chapter presented the annual spring education seminar in Niagara Falls, ON, organized by the President Elect (Chris Dietrich).  Thank you to the following speakers for volunteering their time:   Randall Bell, PhD, MBA, MAI Director, Landmark Research Group, LLC  - Real Estate Damage Economics The Honourable Lisa Raitt, MPP Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition, Conservative Party...
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  • SR/WA-C Study Session & Exam (Canadian)

    April 23-25, 2019. Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON. Course Description:  This three-day seminar is designed to prepare Candidates to take the SR/WA Comprehensive Examination by reviewing the six (6) core disciplines of the right of way profession. It is intended to allow participants to brush up on areas in which they may have limited experience or knowledge. The Comprehensive Exam (Canadian version) will be administered at the conclusion o...
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  • The Valuation of Partial Acquisitions

    October 22-25, 2019. Course 421C: The Valuation of Partial Acquisitions (Canadian). Mississauga, ON. Course Description: Participants will learn how to determine and appraise the larger parcel, techniques for appraising the part acquired, identifying and measuring various types of damages and how to value the remainder after acquisitions. The course introduces ways to handle special benefits and explores the before and after a...
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  • Transportation Virtual Lunch & Learn (May 25, 2021)

    May 25, 2021, 11:00 am EST. Virtual. Hosted by IRWA Chapter 31. A minimum of 1 continuing education credit will be available. The seminar is free. Please contact Frank Mundy, IRWA Chapter 31, Transportation Committee Chair for more information and registration. Contact Frank
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  • Virtual Course 421C: "The Valuation of Partial..." - 2022-11-29

    Virtual Course 421C: The Valuation of Partial Acquisitions (Canadian) 29 November - 2 December 2022 Virtual Class - Start Time: 8am Eastern Participants will learn how to determine and appraise the larger parcel, techniques for appraising the part acquired, identifying and measuring various types of damages and how to value the remainder after acquisitions. The course introduces ways to handle special benefits and explores ...
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  • Women in Leadership speakers series - 2022-11-30

    Children Are A Distraction You Can’t Be Taken Seriously in Heels and Other Myths About Women in Leadership When: Wednesday, November 30, 2022 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (UTC-07:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada). 17 Glenn Arthur Drive, Toronto ON. M8Y3H4 Canada Where: Virtual - Bluejeans link in the body of the invite Regions 8 & 10 are pleased to announce that Jenna Wood, SR/WA with be the presenter of part 2 of the Women...
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  • Young Professional's Networking Event

    February 28, 2019 - 5:30 pm to 7:30pm.  Toronto, ON.  Thanks for joining us at Chapter 29's YP Networking Event at Hot House Restaurant and Bar (35 Church Street).  Appetizers courtesy of Chapter 29!  Are you interested in learning what is a Young Professional?  What is the IRWA?  What is Chapter 29 all about?  Or perhaps you wish to network with likeminded individuals?  Feel free...
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  • ​431C Problems in the Valuation of Partial Acquisitions

    (CANADA) - (PILOT) October 25, 2021. This course increases what is expected to be an already thorough understanding of the valuation of partial acquisitions. Various concepts and techniques are discussed in this course and then through a series of exercises, students will examine the specific issues, theory, and applications as they relate to partial acquisitions.  Course Registration
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  • ​Annual Spring Education Seminar - May 6, 2021

    May 6, 2021, from 8:30 am to 12 noon.  Registration now open!   Free for Members, $50 for Future Members. This event is eligible for re-certification credits for SR/WA's  Sign up here Chapter 29 is currently planning our 2021 Spring Education Seminar which will be held virtually this year. Presentation - Ajay Gajaria, Aird & Berlis LLP  –  “Recent Changes to Expropriations Law in Ont...
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  • ​April 21-23 - SR/WA-C Study Session & Exam *POSTPONED*

    ALL EVENTS POSTPONED UNTIL SEPT 1, 2020.    Formerly April 21 to 23, 2020. Niagara Falls, ON. Instructor: Gordon MacNair. This three-day seminar is designed to prepare Candidates to take the SR/WA Comprehensive Examination by reviewing the six (6) core disciplines of the right of way profession. It is intended to allow participants to brush up on areas in which they may have limited experience or knowledge. The Comp...
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  • ​April 22-23 - Course 219 *POSTPONED*

    Introduction to Presentation, Instruction and Facilitation ALL EVENTS POSTPONED UNTIL SEPT 1, 2020.    Formerly April 22 and 23, 2020. Niagara Falls, ON. Instructor: Janet Walker. This course provides participants with an understanding of presenting, instructing and facilitating; an opportunity to develop or enhance presentation, instruction and facilitation skills; personal and professional development, and a venu...
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  • ​April 23 - Course 804 - Skills of Expert Testimony *POSTPONED*

    ALL EVENTS POSTPONED UNTIL SEPT 1, 2020.    Formerly April 23, 20202. Niagara Falls, ON. Instructor: Guillaume Lavictoire. This course is facilitated by an attorney and/or an experienced appraiser. The situations faced by the expert witness are analyzed through extensive use of simulations based on actual cases, creating a unique learning situation. Download The Brochure
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  • ​Course 100 - Principles of Land Acquisition - March 25

    March 25 & 26, 2021. Virtual. Instructor: Nancy Sinclair. This course outlines real estate law terms and concepts. Participants will gain awareness of environmental issues, learn the methods of acquiring and transferring title to realty, three views of engineering plans and the fundamentals in property description systems. Topics also include the requirements of a valid contract, information on easements, deeds, leases, the appraisa...
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  • ​Course 303: Managing the Consultant Process - December 9, 2021

    This is a virtual event. Hosted by IRWA Chapter 63 (Kingston-Ottawa). This course is designed to provide participants with a step-by-step understanding of the process of selecting and monitoring consultants. Participants will become aware of the issues and concerns of both agencies and consultants through the discussion of practical applications. Current trends are for Departments of Transportation, local public agencies and other...
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  • ​Course 303: Managing the Consultant Process - December 9, 2021

    This is a virtual event. Hosted by IRWA Chapter 63 (Kingston-Ottawa). This course is designed to provide participants with a step-by-step understanding of the process of selecting and monitoring consultants. Participants will become aware of the issues and concerns of both agencies and consultants through the discussion of practical applications. Current trends are for Departments of Transportation, local public agencies and other...
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  • ​Course 700 - Introduction to Property Management

    October 21-22, 2021 This course addresses all major aspects of property and asset management. Participants will learn how to establish a cost-effective management plan that increases profitability, conserves resources and reduces risk exposure for properties managed. Full Course Description Register On-Line
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  • ​Expropriation from a Non-Legal Perspective (Free Lunch)

    Friday, June 21, 2019 (11:45 AM to 1:30 PM).  Friday, June 21, 2019 (11:45 AM to 1:30 PM). Location: C Banquets, 300 City Centre Drive, 12th Fl, across from Square One Shopping Centre in Mississauga, ON. Please join us for our last Chapter luncheon until Fall 2019! Sandy Grigg, SR/WA will be presenting his perspective at this free luncheon for members! Don't miss out on this controversial conversation!  To Register Click ...
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  • ​Feb 20 - Course 802C - Legal Aspects of Easements

    February 20, 2020. Ottawa, ON. Hosted by IRWA Chapter 63! Instructor: Ryan Seymore from the City of Fredricton. In this course, terminology and concepts are brought to life with examples and exercises. By gaining a thorough understanding of all relevant legal considerations, right of way professionals become better equipped to avoid future problems in the appraisal, acquisition and management of easements. This course is being held p...
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  • ​Feb 21 - Winter Symposium - Bridging the Gap

    February 21, 2020. Ottawa, ON. Hosted by IRWA Chapter 63! Featuring a variety of experts on multiple subjects!  Check out the Agenda and our lineup.  Registration information is also included. This one day conference follows a one day course on Feb 20th. Registration Form 2020 Agenda
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  • ​June 18 - Course 102 - Elevating Ethical Awareness *POSTPONED*

    ALL EVENTS POSTPONED UNTIL SEPT 1, 2020.   Formerly June 18, 2020. Mississauga, ON. This course is intended to help resolve ethics and compliance issues by providing the information, tools and resources necessary to make good decisions. Participants will leave this course with an overview of IRWA’s Code of Conduct, Rules and Standards. These are what guide us and provide an understanding of how to apply this knowl...
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  • ​Oct 8 - Course 604 - Environmental Due Diligence and Liability

    October 8, 2020. Toronto, ON. Instructor: Janet Walker. This course provides the right of way professional with an understanding of the environmental due diligence components. Participants learn to recognize when a due diligence report should be ordered, as well as how reports should be analyzed. Download The Brochure
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  • ​Sept 23-24 - Course 203 - Alternative Dispute Resolution

    September 23-24, 2020. Newmarket, ON. Instructor: Ian Mathany. This course provides the right of way professional with information regarding alternate methods to resolve negotiation disputes. Participants will learn how to identify different alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods and how to recognize each method’s strengths and weaknesses. Participants will also learn how to bust through deadlock, how to save money when negotiat...
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