2023 Petro-Canada™ Sport Leadership sportif conference
November 2 – 3, 2023 – Calgary, Alberta
Registration is open!
The Petro-Canada Sport Leadership sportif conference (#SLS23) is Canada’s largest conference for coaches, researchers, sport executives, and administrators. It consists of learning, professional development, and networking with the top minds and leaders of the Canadian sport, business, and education communities. We are excited to welcome delegates from across the country to join us from November 2 – 3 at the Westin Calgary Hotel.
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Conference Objectives
The conference will strengthen leadership in the Canadian sport system with the following objectives:
- Educate delegates through collaborative and quality breakout sessions with tangible take-away skills;
- Inspire delegates with topical and respected keynote speakers;
- Unite colleagues from sport organizations and energize and broaden potential networks of interest; and
- Recognize and celebrate Canada’s top coaches at the Petro-Canada Sport Leadership Awards Gala.
For more information, please contact sportleadership@coach.ca.
Theme: Mental Health is our Sport
When empowered with the tools and confidence to integrate positive mental health practices into our roles, we can take a collective approach to prioritizing mental health. Read more about our theme here.
Conference rates
Early Bird rate: $395 (June 7th - September 25th, 2023)
Regular conference rate: $495 (September 26th - October 25th, 2023)
Join us for a night to remember at the Petro-Canada Awards Gala on November 3rd as we recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond to motivate and inspire those around them in the sport community. If you are attending SLS23, you can add an awards gala ticket to your registration for an additional $50. Click here for more information.
Early Bird contest
Those who register before the early bird deadline (September 25, 2023, at 11:59 PM EDT) will also be entered into a draw for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card from Petro-Canada™.*
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Booking your room at the Westin Calgary
We are excited to partner with Tourism Calgary to host SLS23 at the Westin Calgary from November 2-3! Visit the Tourism Calgary website to start planning your trip and make the most of your time in our incredible host city.
Conference delegates can take advantage of our discounted rate of $199/night + tax at the Westin Calgary.
More information on how to book your hotel will be included in your conference registration confirmation email.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in having a brand presence at SLS23? Sponsorship is a great way to make new connections and share information about your organization with leaders of the sport system in Canada. Click here to view the SLS23 Sponsorship Opportunities.
For more information about sponsorship at SLS23, please contact sportleadership@coach.ca.
*No purchase necessary. Open to residents of Canada who are the age of majority or older in their province/territory of residence. Contest period: June 7, 2023, at 12:00 am ET to September 25, 2023, at 11:59:59 pm ET. The odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Correctly answering a mathematical skill-testing question is required to win. One (1) Prize is available to be won, consisting of $1,000 CDN in the form of a Petro-Canada gift card. View the contest rules and regulations for the no-purchase entry method and prize details.
Thank you to our SLS23 partners!
Thank you to our Awards and Trophy provider!
This event is funded in part by the Government of Canada.
