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2026 Western Summit
Summit Location: Hotel Fort Garry, Winnipeg, Manitoba Dates: April 22-24 2026 CAE® CPD Hours: 8 Tickets Pricing Executive Tickets: Member: Early Bird* $300, Regular $350Non-Member: Early Bird* $400, Regular $450 *Early Bird offered to Association Executives registered on/before January 21, […]
CAE® – The Gold Standard Credential in Association Leadership
The Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation is a recognized credential that demonstrates expertise and leadership in association management. Designed for professionals in the nonprofit and association sectors, the program equips candidates with advanced knowledge and practical skills to excel in their roles.
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From The Blog
The Real Value of CSAE Membership: A 20 Year Journey
I joined the Canadian Society of Association Executives in my early 20s. I had just been promoted to Manager, Membership at the Life Underwriters Association of Canada, now Advocis, a leading insurance and financial services association. I was proud of […]
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