

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Invest In Alberta’s Continuing Care Think Tank 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am – Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: From Commitment to Implementation, join us to build on the outcomes from the inaugural IACC held in 2025.About this EventWe are pleased to invite you to ACCA's second annual Invest in Alberta’s Continuing Care: Think Tank taking place April 29, 2026 at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald in Edmonton, AB. IACC 2026 brings together leaders from government, operations, investment, design, and construction to examine how Alberta’s new Assisted Living Framework is beginning to shape planning, development and delivery across the sector. This practical, market‑focused forum explores early implementation signals, emerging opportunities and the clarity needed to advance continuing care modernization. Join us for a day of strategic insights, thought‑provoking dialogue and valuable networking.MEALS INCLUDEDLunch, breaks and post event reception are included in your registration.ROOM RESERVATIONSLocation: Faimont Hotel Macdonald, 10065 100th St., Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6Booking Link: Click here to book onlineRate: $289/nightDeadline: on or before March 27, 2026PARKING OPTIONSSelf-Parking: $40 + GST per vehicle for overnight parkingProvide your vehicle's license plate number to the Front Desk Agent upon check-in.Valet Parking: $25 + GST for up to four hours, $50 + GST for more than four hours/overnight Indoor parking is subject to availability. All oversized vehicles and pickup trucks will be parked outdoors. Additional self-parking options are available nearby for a variety of other costs. Please inquire with our Guest Service team upon arrival for more information.   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/9519a540-1950-11f1-a5ba-eb0dde207660-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg About Our Presenting SponsorSienna Senior Living is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living communities, with more than 100 long-term care, continuing care, and retirement residences across Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. As Canada’s population ages and seniors' needs grow more complex, Sienna plays an essential role in creating communities where seniors can live with dignity, purpose, and connection.At the heart of Sienna’s communities are its team members. Every day, more than 15,000 team members serve approximately 13,000 Canadian seniors. Guided by its purpose of Cultivating Happiness in Daily Life, Sienna’s role extends beyond providing care to creating welcoming environments where seniors feel supported, connected, and empowered to live fully. Sienna’s culture is strengthened by a unique ownership model through the Sienna Ownership and Rewards (SOAR) program, which makes all full-time and part-time team members shareholders in the company. This shared ownership fosters alignment, accountability, and pride across the company. Combined with programs like SPARK, which encourage frontline innovation and idea-sharing, Sienna empowers its teams to continuously improve resident experiences and the delivery of care.Sienna continues to grow with purpose and momentum, focused on preparing for the future of senior living in Canada. This long-term approach reflects Sienna’s commitment to building communities that will support Canadians as they age, today and for generations to come.Agenda🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMRegistration🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMNetworking LunchHost:  Sponsored by Bird Construction🕑: 12:10 PM - 12:20 PMWelcomeInfo: Master of Ceremony, Karim Kassam, Co-Founder and Principal of Optima LivingKeynote SpeakerInfo: Chris Turchansky, President and CEO, ATB Keynote SpeakerInfo: Mr. David Williams, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Seniors, Community &amp; Social Services🕑: 12:55 PM - 01:25 PMPan Canadian Perspective Info: Moderator Angela Grotolli, COO, Optimal Living; with Jodi Hall, CEO, CLTC; Donna Duncan, OLTCA and Mary Polak, BC Care 🕑: 01:25 PM - 02:00 PMDiversifying Service Delivery though Campuses of CareHost: Sponsored by J5 DesignsInfo: Moderator: The Honourable Doug Horner;
Alberta’s Mountain View Project with Sophie Baron, Project Director; Jeff Johnston, CIO Beaverlodge; and Chris Lane Ellis-Don, Generations Calgary with Safiqa Kara, Kensington Village with John Pray🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PMChanges to the funding in Alberta – Risk, Return and Reality Host: Sponsored by Sun Life Capital ManagementInfo: Moderator:  Natalie Ku, Optimal Living; Panelists: Rishi Gehi, Stonebridge, Nolan Tario, Carewest.🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:55 PMNetworking Break🕑: 02:55 PM - 03:25 PMReimagining Care and Aging Host: Sponsored by Dialog DesignsInfo: Dr. John Brown, Dean of the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape at the University of Calgary 🕑: 03:25 PM - 04:00 PMValue Engineering – How do we drive construction costs down?Info: Moderator: Jeff Bell, Chair of the Capital Infrastructure Interest Group, ACCA Board of Director and Vice President, Choices in Community Living Inc.; 
Designer/Architect: Genevieve Giguere; Chris Holtz, BIRD; Dan Eckert, Clark Builders, Darren Boyd, Catalyst; Kathy Fortunat, CEO, Sherwood Care
Sponsored by: Clark Builders🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:35 PMIndustry Leaders and their views from the topInfo: Moderator:  Rosanne Yaremko, ACCA Board of Director and CEO, Father Lacombe;
Dr. Michael Guerriere, CEO, Extendicare; Nitin Jain, CEO, Sienna; Dale Forbes, CEO, GEF; Dr. Katherine Chubbs🕑: 04:35 PM - 05:00 PMClosing Remarks🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PMNetworking ReceptionHost: Sponsored by Extendicare
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- **Event Categories**: Art, Business
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 630, max: 939.75, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Edmonton
- **state**: AB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
- **lat**: 53.54024709999999
- **long**: -113.4895554
- **full address**: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, 10065 100 Street Northwest, Edmonton, Canada

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- **organizer**: Alberta Continuing Care Association (https://allevents.in/org/alberta-continuing-care-association/27545425)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am (-06:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, 10065 100 Street Northwest, Edmonton, Canada
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 630 up to 939.75 CAD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Alberta Continuing Care Association
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Art, Business
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Invest In Alberta’s Continuing Care Think Tank 2026 ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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