2023 Annual OMC Conference at the Deerhust Resort, Huntsville ON
The OMC conference, held from July 11-14, was a highly anticipated event for school board facility officials. The theme of this year’s conference was Facing the Future Together, to navigate new waters to re-emerge stronger and more collaboratively.
The conference commenced on July 11 with an opening ceremony, where distinguished keynote speaker Elia Saikaly, Social Entrepreneur, Award Winning Film Maker and Global Adventurer emphasized the importance of innovation and collaboration in the field of education. School board facilities’ officials were encouraged to think outside the box and explore new approaches to maintaining the quality of school buildings.
A series of workshops, panel discussions, and presentations were conducted, covering a wide range of topics including ventilation, sustainability and reporting, how to get results with co-op students, the power of collaboration, property claims and risk management and employee retention.
Ventilation Challenges and Strategies for Better Outcomes panel hosted by Tony Cupido and panelists from three school boards: Carole Horton, DSBN1, Bill Murray, Renfrew County DSB and Shahid Naeem, Peel DSB.
The workshops were designed to be interactive and engaging, allowing participants to actively participate and share their experiences. Experts in the field facilitated these sessions, providing valuable insights and practical strategies to overcome common challenges faced by school boards.
Tim Cresswell, CEO, TCI and Domenic Maniccia, Ed Advisor, TCI at TCI/Nerva Energy booth 67
One of the highlights of the conference was the showcase of innovative technologies in education. Vendors and exhibitors displayed cutting-edge products and services that aimed to revolutionize teaching and learning environments. Attendees had the opportunity to explore these advancements and understand how they could be incorporated into their respective school systems.
Networking sessions were also an integral part of the conference, allowing school board officials to connect with their counterparts from different regions. These interactions provided a platform for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and the establishment of potential partnerships.
The conference concluded on July 14 with a closing ceremony, where participants expressed their gratitude for the valuable insights gained during the event. Many attendees left with newfound inspiration, armed with innovative ideas to implement in their respective school districts.
Overall, the OMC conference proved to be a transformative experience for school board officials. It provided a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the exploration of innovative solutions to challenges faced by educational institutions. By fostering a sense of community and encouraging out-of-the-box thinking, the conference aimed to improve the quality of the teaching and learning environment for students and staff across all boards.