This is a free webinar but registration is required. Registration opens November 13. 

In the dynamic landscape of planning, ethics emerges as an indispensable compass, guiding professionals through the complexities of decision-making. As societal expectations evolve, the imperative for ethical considerations in the planning profession becomes more pronounced than ever.

This PIBC webinar on "Ethics and Professionalism for Planners" delivers a straightforward informative session, which will let the audience gain a deeper understanding of the ethical foundations that guide effective planning practices. This webinar is for planning professionals and those seeking to become a professional planner, including planning students. 

The webinar offers an engaging learning experience:

• Delving into the ethical foundations that underpin effective planning practices. We will journey through ethical principles, understanding their role as a compass in complex decision-making scenarios.
• From practical applications to philosophical perspectives, the webinar explores the National Code of Ethics, emphasizing its role in shaping Canadian planning practices.
• Navigating contemporary ethical challenges faced by planners through real-life scenarios with engaging Q&A.
• Shedding light on the complaint filing process, emphasizing transparency by sharing a decade's worth of complaint data received by PIBC.
• Insights on staying informed about planning resources, supporting members ongoing professional development.
   

Our Speakers

Eric C. Vance, MA, MLAI, FCMC, FCIP, RPP
Principal, Eric Vance & Associates and PIBC Professional Conduct Review Committee Member
Eric has 45 years of experience as a professional planner, economist, management consultant and educator. His consulting practice is now primarily focused on advising local governments throughout BC.  He is also an adjunct professor in the School of Resource and Environmental Management at Simon Fraser University.
Eric has served on PIBC’s Professional Conduct Review Committee since it was formed in 1999 and was its first chair.

Chi Chi Cai RPP, MCIP
Senior Planner, Pooni Group and PIBC Professional Conduct Review Committee Member
With over a decade of planning experience in both the public and private sectors, Chi Chi has a deep understanding of municipal planning policies and development processes - she works with a variety of clients on complex entitlements across the Lower Mainland and provides technical planning advice to help facilitate successful projects.
 

James Stiver RPP, MCIP
Director of Planning and Building, City of Maple Ridge and PIBC Professional Conduct Review Committee Member
James Stiver RPP, MCIP is the Director of Planning and Building at the City of Maple Ridge. He holds degrees in Urban and Regional Planning and Local Economic Development and has been a planner and city builder for over 30 years. He has been a proud RPP for more than 25 years.