Program last updated 2 October 06

8:30-16:30

Conventional Systems Technical Roundtable
Moderator: Tania Wegwitz
Contributors: Karen Kennedy, BC Transit, Moe Kia, Ontira Communications Inc., David Reed, Schedule Masters Inc.
Tier 1 conventional schedulers and related staff will share their experiences and learn about new updates to Master Scheduler software, automated passenger counters, and exports for Ontira/Busline and the web. This session focuses on the needs of existing users. Others are welcome to attend but should first contact tania_wegwitz@bctransit.com.

9:00-17:00

Registration at Forster's Conference Centre, Courtyard (Best Western)

9:00-12:00

Workshop 1: Novus/Trapeze, Columbia Room
Moderator: Steve Segal
Contributor: David Magica, Project Manager Trapeze Group
Trapeze staff will provide an update on the status of Novus development and present plans for future development By invitation only. Others may attend but should first contact Steve Segal from BC Transit.

9:00-12:00

Workshop 2: Conventional Roundtable, Salon A
Moderators: Mike Docherty, Kelowna & Brian Kelly, Kamloops
BC Transit Contributors: Helen Cook and Tania Wegwitz
This session is modeled on topics raised by participants.

13:00-17:00

Networking Beyond the Boundaries (hopefully not "out of boundaries")
Enjoy a round of golf while networking with colleagues at the Aberdeen Hill Golf Links. Bus leaves from Conference Centre at 12:15.

13:00-15:30

Workshop 3: Novus Roundtable, Columbia Room
Moderator: Brian Warner, Regional District of Nanaimo
This session provides an opportunity for Novus users to discuss common issues and share experiences.

13:00-17:00

City Tour
During a bus and short walking tour you will discover the history of the Kamloops region, see early architecture, tales of commerce and stories of the pioneers and visit the BC Wildlife Park. Bus leaves at 1:00.

18:00-19:30

Opening Reception
Hosted by the City of Kamloops, you can network with your colleagues and meet new folks at the City's famous coliseum. Buses leave at 5:45, 6:00 and 6:15.

19:30

Dine Around
Here's your chance to explore all the great restaurants throughout Kamloops.

8:00-17:00

Trade Show
Exhibitors will be demonstrating products and services of interest to the transit industry. Drop by the Trade Show throughout the day and discover new technologies.

7:30-8:45

Executive Breakfast Buffet, Ballroom A

8:45-10:30

Welcome - Opening Session, Ballroom A
Deputy Mayor John O'Fee, City of Kamloops

Greetings from CUTA
Mark Mis, CUTA

Beyond the Boundaries
Bob De Clark, BC Transit
Our board director will provide an update of secured funding and delivery of transit service in BC.

Transit Technologies and Funding Opportunities
Steve New, BC Transit
Public transit is a leader in fuel and service technologies. You will hear technology updates and future plans as well new funding programs available for public transit.

10:30-11:00

Refreshment Break, Salon A

11:00-12:00

Attitude is Everything, Ballroom A
Kelly Smith, Keynote Speaker
A former national ski team member and currently an air traffic controller and ambassador for Rick Hansen Foundation, Kelly Smith has a unique ability and undying commitment to motivate and inspire others.

12:00-13:30

Buffet Lunch, Ballroom A

13:30-14:30

Reducing your Claims — Panel Discussion, Salon A
Brian Kelly, moderator Kevin Fertile, ICBC adjuster, Gwen Ginter, ICBC legal representative, Terry Murphy and Sue Fergusson, Worksafe BC, Ron Harris, BC Transit.
Panelists will discuss ICBC Insurance and WorkSafe claims.

14:30-14:45

Refreshment Break, Salon A

14:45-16:00

Labour Relations
Adriana F. Wills, Harris & Company
Topics to include employee law, case studies and current hot issues.

16:00-17:00

Labour Relations/ Human Resources Roundtable - by invite only
Adriana F. Wills, Harris & Company - Susanne Fossey, BC Transit

17:00-18:00

BC Regional CUTA Committee Reception, IDA Room

19:00-21:30

Dinner
You will enjoy the local scenery, great food and great colleagues. Buses leave at 6:45, 7:00 and 7:15.

7:30-8:30

Forster's Breakfast Buffet, Ballroom A

The following participatory workshops are modeled on questions and issues raised by you and your staff.

8:30-10:15

Custom Transit Roundtable, Ida Room
Moderator: Bob Allen, Victoria and Brian Warner, Nanaimo
BC Transit Contributors: June Klassen, Steve Segal

8:30-10:15

Maintenance Roundtable, Columbia Room
Moderator: Matt Berry, Penticton and Scott Pass, Whistler
BC Transit Contributors: Aaron Lamb, Bob Hall

8:30-10:15

Municipal Roundtable, Salon A
Moderator: Warren Hall, Prince George and Don Funk, Kamloops
Contributors: Ron Drolet, BC Transit and Mark Mis, CUTA
This session will focus on a wide range of issues of particular interest to municipal staff.

10:15-10:45

Refreshment Break, Ballroom A

10:45-12:00

Transit Security & Media Relations, Ballroom A
Mike Derbyshire, Edmonton Transit
Ron Drolet, BC Transit
With an increased interest in transit security, video surveillance tops the list of technologies being considered. You will learn how video surveillance was used during crisis communications and the resulting media relations as well as an update on video surveillance in British Columbia.

12:15

Conference Wrap Up