Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this professional development certificate program builds on the foundations of public participation training and best practices from around the globe to provide participants with approximately 35 hours of effective training in public participation and engagement.
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IAP2 Canada's Certificate in Public Participation (P2) for introductory (Level 1) participants consists of 3 core courses:
1. Fundamentals of Public Participation & Engagement
This course focuses on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective public participation. The training explores principles, concepts and best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your public participation and engagement work.
2. Designing Public Participation & Engagement
In this module, practitioners have the opportunity to develop public participation and engagement practice plans. This includes scoping, community mapping, determining purpose and objectives and levels of influence, choosing appropriate methods and managing resources, while considering the needs of diverse audiences.
3. Applying Methods
The focus of this course is on exploring a variety of methods used in implementing public participation and engagement. Participants will learn to select, assess and create effective elements of methods to work meaningfully with participants.
Target Audience:
- New practitioners beginning their journey in engagement
- Anyone working in the field or a related field who wants to understand and apply the fundamentals of meaningful and effective public participation and engagement practice
Course Delivery:
This is an IAP2 Canada core training program delivered externally by a IAP2 licensed trainer. It is delivered in person in Regina, SK by an IAP2 licensed trainer.
Prerequisite:
There is no prerequisite.
Cost:
$2150.00 + tax
Our Licensed Trainer:
Kim Hyshka, CP3 is a trailblazer in high-stakes, high-impact engagement and communication and the powerhouse behind Dialogue Partners, a boutique public engagement consultancy. She doesn’t just facilitate conversations—she transforms them. With a deep passion for navigating complexity, Kim helps organizations, teams, communities, and leaders push beyond the status quo to create real, lasting change. Her expertise has shaped multi-million-dollar projects, influenced policy, and brought diverse voices to the table in meaningful ways.
As a speaker, trainer, and facilitator, Kim brings the principles of engagement and dialogue to life, inspiring participants to embrace bold, intentional conversations that matter. Whether tackling polarizing issues, navigating deep distrust or equipping leaders with the communication tools to strengthen relationships, Kim leaves participants energized, empowered, and ready to engage in dialogue that moves us (and our projects) forward.
