On-Demand Programs

Record Information Management Fundamentals On-Demand Course Registration for this program is currently closed. Registration will open up again in 2024. Recorded information management, or “records management,” is so much more than “filing.” It serves a vital administrative function by supporting and promoting management accountability, compliance, and effectiveness. Business records are essential assets. They can protect an organization from litigation or expose it to litigation. Local government records can become evidence in courts of law, used for government investigations, or in other legal proceedings.  Taken in tandem with the FOI Fundamentals and Privacy Fundamentals courses, this self-paced course will help you understand both the importance of good records management in your organization and your role and the roles of others in ensuring that business records are managed effectively. Course participants will also learn more about in-depth reference tools for records management, such as the LGMA Records Management Manual , and have an opportunity to attend a live “Ask the Experts” panel as part of the course. Course Format: This 3-module online course is self-paced, or on-demand, meaning you can work your way through the content at your own pace, at any time. Each module contains key information, knowledge checks, and best practice approaches compiled by the FOI/RM Advisory Committee and reviewed by leading subject matter experts to ensure an engaging, relevant learning experience. Self-paced learning will be complemented by an “Ask the Experts” Panel. Cost: $350 LGMA member; $425 Non-member + GST Registration for this program is currently closed. Review the 2023 Course Brochure for reference only. For any questions, please contact office@lgma.ca .

Protection of Privacy Fundamentals On-Demand Course Registration for this program is currently closed. Registration will open up again in 2024. Local governments in British Columbia are subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, (the Act or FIPPA). In addition to providing access to government records to the public, the Act protects personal information collected, stored and used by local government organizations in order to deliver services to residents. Residents expect local governments to effectively and efficiently manage and protect the personal information in their custody or under their control, a failure to do so has serious repercussions, including negative publicity and a loss of reputation as well as financial awards. Taken in tandem with the FOI Fundamentals and Record Information Fundamentals courses, this self-paced course will help you understand how the protection of privacy integrates with FOI and records management at the local government level and your role and the roles of others in ensuring you appropriately protect the personal information in the custody or control of your organization.  Course participants will also learn more about the LGMA’s FIPPA Toolkit and have an opportunity to attend a live “Ask the Experts” panel as part of the course. Course Format: This 3-module online course is self-paced, or on-demand, meaning you can work your way through the content at your own pace, at any time. Each module contains key information, knowledge checks, and best practice approaches compiled by the FOI/RM Advisory Committee and reviewed by leading subject matter experts to ensure an engaging, relevant learning experience. Self-paced learning will be complemented by an “Ask the Experts” Panel. Cost: $350 LGMA member; $425 Non-member + GST Registration for this program is currently closed. Review the 2023 Course Brochure for reference only. For any questions, please contact office@lgma.ca .

Freedom of Information Fundamentals On-Demand Course Registration for this program is currently closed. Registration will open up again in 2024. Are you primarily responsible for handling Freedom of Information (FOI) requests at your local government? Are you new to local government and want to understand more about your FOI responsibilities as a public servant? Or are you a seasoned local government employee who wants to refresh their FOI knowledge? Be sure to sign up for the Freedom of Information Fundamentals On Demand Course! Taken in tandem with the Privacy Fundamentals and Record Information Fundamentals courses, this on-demand self-paced course will help you understand the importance of freedom of information in your organization, how freedom of information integrates with privacy and records management at the local government level and your role and the roles of others in ensuring that the interests of your local government and the access rights of the public are managed effectively. Course participants will also learn more about the LGMA’s FIPPA Toolkit and have an opportunity to attend a live “Ask the Experts” panel as part of the course. Course Format: This 3-module online course is self-paced, or on-demand, meaning you can work your way through the content at your own pace, at any time. Each module contains key information, knowledge checks, and best practice approaches compiled by the FOI/RM Advisory Committee and reviewed by leading subject matter experts to ensure an engaging, relevant learning experience. Self-paced learning will be complemented by an “Ask the Experts” Panel. Cost: $350 LGMA member; $425 Non-member + GST Registration for this program is currently closed. Review the 2023 Course Brochure for reference only. For any questions, please contact office@lgma.ca .