Upcoming Events

True North 2012 Conference (Feb. 1 - Feb. 4)

True North is a time set aside at the beginning of 2012 to unite from across the nation and seek God for Canada through prayer, worship, anointed speakers, prophecy and powerful impartation. Speakers include Lou Engle, Stacey Campbell, Rob Parker and Sara Maynard.

Catch the Fire, 272 Attwell Dr., Toronto, ON  |  1-613-789-4907  |  WEBSITE

Vital Church Planting conference (Feb. 2 - Feb. 4)

Theme is the Missional Roadmap: Where do we go now? With plenary speaker Dave Male, author and instructor at Cambridge, UK. Focus on leadership and team-building, particularly how to lead teams through the stages of starting a fresh expression of church.

St. Paul's Bloor Street, 227 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON  |  John Bowen (416)-946-3534  |  WEBSITE

"Loving the Middle-East" Missionfest Manitoba 2012 (Feb. 3 - Feb. 5)

"Loving the Middle-East" Missionfest Manitoba 2012, featuring Hormoz Shariat, Nizar Shaheen, Jason Mandryk and more. Free admission.

The Church of the Rock, Winnipeg, MB  |  1-204-668-1992  |  WEBSITE

2012 Intercollegiate Peace Fellowship Conference: Reimagining our place in the envrionment (Feb. 3 - Feb. 5)

Hosted at Conrad Grebel University College at the University of Waterloo, this year's Intercollegiate Peace Fellowship Conference promises a unique opportunity for students to address the reality of human environmental impact. Throughout the weekend, we will engage in creative collaboration for social and environmental change, and explore peaceful and sustainable solutions for issues in North America and abroad, on the theme of Environment and Peace. As global citizens, what can we do in our schools and communities, our everyday lives, and our careers to understand and re-shape our environmental impact? Bring your passion and ideas, and join the conversation at the 2012 ICPF Conference!

Conrad Grebel University College, 140 Westmount Rd. N, Waterloo, ON  |  1.519.885.0220  |  WEBSITE

Youth Advance 2012: "This is Real" (Feb. 3 - Feb. 5)

Youth conference for grades 8-12. Cost: $130. Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012.

Bethany College Campus, Hepburn, SK  |  (306) 947-2175  |  WEBSITE

Bill Blaikie lecture "Two Social Gospels or One?" (Faith Forward lecture series) (Feb. 8)

Faith Forward lecture series. Lecture by Bill Blaikie, "Two Social Gospels or One?" Time: 7:00pm.

Northwest Auditorium, Trinity Western University, Langley, BC  |  604-888-7511  |  WEBSITE

"The Christian Responsibility to Muslims" lecture series by David Goa (Feb. 8)

A Ronning Centre Lecture Series by director of the Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life, David J. Goa. Lecture 4: Thinking About the Prophet Muhammad. "In my conversations with Muslims over the last several years I realize many of them have been deeply troubled by the images of Muhammad that circulate in the modern West. In our reflection together I will offer a new way for Christians to think about Muhammad, a way that is deeply Christian and free of the tragic historical legacy of such images."

Trinity Lutheran Church 10014-81 Avenue, Edmonton, AB  |  1.780.679.1100  |  WEBSITE

"The Christian Responsibility to Muslims" lecture series by David Goa (Feb. 9)

A Ronning Centre Lecture Series by director of the Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life, David J. Goa. Lecture 4: Thinking About the Prophet Muhammad. "In my conversations with Muslims over the last several years I realize many of them have been deeply troubled by the images of Muhammad that circulate in the modern West. In our reflection together I will offer a new way for Christians to think about Muhammad, a way that is deeply Christian and free of the tragic historical legacy of such images." 7:00 p.m.

Messiah Lutheran Church 4810-50 Street, Camrose, AB  |  1.780.679.1100  |  WEBSITE

"The World is My Neighbour," Missions Fest Alberta 2012 (Feb. 24 - Feb. 26)

"The World is My Neighbour," Missions Fest Alberta 2012, featuring Vince Antonucci, Asmick Jean-Jacques, David Macfarlane, Maralee Dawn and others.

COMING SOON, COMING SOON, AB  |  1-780-451-0080  |  WEBSITE

YFC Today’s Teens Conference (Feb. 25)

A one-day conference focused on equipping youth workers and youth to compassionately live out the message of Jesus to this generation. Speakers: Efrem Smith, Sid Koop. Cost: $25-$45.

Oakville, ON  |  1-(416)-383-1229 x 307  |  WEBSITE

"The Christian Responsibility to Muslims" lecture series by David Goa (Feb. 28)

A Ronning Centre Lecture Series by director of the Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life, David J. Goa. Lecture 4: Thinking About the Prophet Muhammad. "In my conversations with Muslims over the last several years I realize many of them have been deeply troubled by the images of Muhammad that circulate in the modern West. In our reflection together I will offer a new way for Christians to think about Muhammad, a way that is deeply Christian and free of the tragic historical legacy of such images." 7:00 p.m.

Advent Lutheran Church 11 Scenic Acres Gate, Calgary, AB  |  1.780.679.1100  |  WEBSITE

Tyndale Preaching Conference 2012: Beyond the Superficial Sermon (Mar. 2)

Featuring Dr. J. Kent Edwards, author of Deep Preaching: Creating Sermons that Go Beyond the Superficial. Time: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm. Cost: $50(regular).

Bayview Campus Auditorium, 3377 Bayview Ave , Toronto, ON  |  1-416-226-6380  |  WEBSITE

"Ignite" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference (Mar. 3)

"Ignite" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference, featuring PK speakers and national worship leader Andrew Thompson.

West Park Baptist Church, London, ON  |  WEBSITE

Fluid: Young Adults Gathering (Conference) (Mar. 3)

Join us on March 3rd, 2012 as we explore the foundation of this movement in the book of Colossians. Learn from some of the most influential Christian leaders and thinkers in a fully immersive and creative environment of teaching and worship. Speakers: Ravi Zacharias, Bruxy Cavey, Colin McCartney. Cost: $49(general)/$39(group rate) Time: 7:30am-5:30pm

The Portico, 1814 Barbertown Road, Mississauga, ON  |  info@fluidgathering.com  |  WEBSITE

Heritage Seminary Ministry Leadership Day featuring Joe Boot (Mar. 8)

Joe Boot speaks on "The Role of Apologetics in the Church and the Life of the Pastor. "Joe is the Senior pastor of Westminster Chapel in Toronto, the founder of the Ezra Institute for Contemporary Christianity, and a well known apologist. Time: 8:30-4:00pm. Cost: $40.00

Heritage College & Seminary 175 Holiday Inn Drive, Cambridge, ON  |  1-800-465-1961  |  WEBSITE

'Built for Battle," Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference (Mar. 9 - Mar. 10)

'Built for Battle," Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference, featuring Robin Mark, Stephen Aterburn, Dwayne Cline, Steve Farrar and Andrew Thompson. More details and costs on web site.

Church of the Rock, Winnipeg, MB  |  WEBSITE

Fourth Annual Wesley Studies Symposium (Mar. 13)

Free registration. Time: 09:00 - 19:30. 2012 Presenters include: Rick Hiemstra, Major Wendy Swan, Dan Sheffield, Dr. Jeffrey McPherson, and Mark Schnell. Guest Lecture (Evening Session) by Dr. Victor Shepherd, "Wesley as Theologian and Leader in the Universal Church."

Bayview Campus Auditorium, 3377 Bayview Ave (Tyndale), Toronto, ON  |  hsnyder@tyndale.ca  |  WEBSITE

Legacy Youth Conference 2012: Inside Out (Mar. 16 - Mar. 18)

65th annual Legacy Youth Conference. For Grades 10-12 at Ambrose University College. Run by students at the college.

Ambrose University College, 150 Ambrose Circle SW, Calgary, AB  |  (403) 410-2949  |  WEBSITE

"Built for Battle" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference (Mar. 23 - Mar. 24)

"Built for Battle" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference, featuring Stephen Arterburn, Dwayne Cline and Andrew Thompson. Visit web site for costs and more details.

West Edmonton Christian Assembly, Edmonton, AB  |  WEBSITE

World Vision’s 2012 Annual Church Leaders Forum (Mar. 27)

'World Changers: Engaging and Empowering Youth to Respond to the Needs of their World.' Drawing from current stories of Canada's every-day heroes of youth ministry, along with the most current research and resources on youth ministry, the forum will equip churches to build effective youth programs. With featured youth consultant Al Mertes. Register online. 9:30 am – Noon. Cost: $35/person. Group discounts.

Venue TBA, Vancouver, BC  |  WEBSITE

World Vision’s 2012 Annual Church Leaders Forum (Mar. 29)

'World Changers: Engaging and Empowering Youth to Respond to the Needs of their World.' Drawing from current stories of Canada's every-day heroes of youth ministry, along with the most current research and resources on youth ministry, the forum will equip churches to build effective youth programs. With featured youth consultant Al Mertes. Register online. 9:30 am – Noon. Cost: $35/person. Group discounts.

Venue TBA, Calgary, AB  |  WEBSITE

"Built for Battle" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference (Mar. 30 - Mar. 31)

"Built for Battle" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference, featuring Lennett J. Anderson, Dwayne Cline, Fred Stoeker, and Ian Nairn. See web site for costs and more details.

Harvest City Church, Regina, SK  |  WEBSITE

MissionFest Toronto (Apr. 12 - Apr. 14)

MissionFest Toronto, featuring many top mission-related speakers and exhibits. More information coming soon.

Global Kingdom Ministries, Toronto, ON  |  1-866-780-9157  |  WEBSITE

World Vision’s 2012 Annual Church Leaders Forum (Apr. 17)

'World Changers: Engaging and Empowering Youth to Respond to the Needs of their World.' Drawing from current stories of Canada's every-day heroes of youth ministry, along with the most current research and resources on youth ministry, the forum will equip churches to build effective youth programs. With featured youth consultant Al Mertes. Register online. 9:30 am – Noon. Cost: $35/person. Group discounts.

Venue TBA, Ottawa, ON  |  WEBSITE

World Vision’s 2012 Annual Church Leaders Forum (Apr. 18)

'World Changers: Engaging and Empowering Youth to Respond to the Needs of their World.' Drawing from current stories of Canada's every-day heroes of youth ministry, along with the most current research and resources on youth ministry, the forum will equip churches to build effective youth programs. With featured youth consultant Al Mertes. Register online. 9:30 am – Noon. Cost: $35/person. Group discounts.

Venue TBA, Toronto, ON  |  WEBSITE

World Vision’s 2012 Annual Church Leaders Forum (Apr. 19)

'World Changers: Engaging and Empowering Youth to Respond to the Needs of their World.' Drawing from current stories of Canada's every-day heroes of youth ministry, along with the most current research and resources on youth ministry, the forum will equip churches to build effective youth programs. With featured youth consultant Al Mertes. Register online. 9:30 am – Noon. Cost: $35/person. Group discounts.

Venue TBA, Kitchener, ON  |  WEBSITE

Authentic Connections: a workshop on language and communication by Charles & Charlene Van den Akker (Apr. 19 - Apr. 21)

An interactive workshop, where participants will discover what affects their communication with others, and how to modify their behaviour for mutual understanding. Space is limited. Times: Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

490 Besant Street, Winnipeg, MB  |  1-(204)-791-1946  |  WEBSITE

"Built for Battle" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference (Apr. 20 - Apr. 21)

"Built for Battle" Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conference, featuring Robin Mark, Dwayne Cline and Andrew Thompson. Visit web site for costs and more details.

The Metropolitan Bible Church, Ottawa, ON  |  WEBSITE

Women Alive Waterloo Annual Conference: “Following God One Yes At A Time!” (Apr. 27 - Apr. 29)

Featuring worship with Jody Cross, keynote speaker Connie Cavanaugh, and much more!

Delta Kitchener-Waterloo Hotel and Conference Centre, Waterloo, ON  |  1-800-387-4753  |  WEBSITE

Social Justice and Human Rights Conference (Apr. 27 - Apr. 28)

An interdisciplinary, interreligious and cross-sectoral conference presented by the ICS Centre for Philosophy, Religion and Social Ethics and co-sponsored by Emmanuel College. Keynote speakers: Dr. Nicholas Wolterstorff (Yale), Dr. Melissa Williams (UofT). Cost: $95 / $50 (student) / $10 (public lecture only).

Emmanuel College Building (Victoria University in the University of Toronto), Toronto, ON  |  1-416-979-2331 ext. 247  |  WEBSITE

World Vision’s 2012 Annual Church Leaders Forum (May. 3)

'World Changers: Engaging and Empowering Youth to Respond to the Needs of their World.' Drawing from current stories of Canada's every-day heroes of youth ministry, along with the most current research and resources on youth ministry, the forum will equip churches to build effective youth programs. With featured youth consultant Al Mertes. Register online. 9:30 am – Noon. Cost: $35/person. Group discounts.

Venue TBA, Winnipeg, MB  |  WEBSITE

"The Good News and Your Church in Word and Action" Thinking Shrewdly V Conference (May. 10 - May. 12)

"The Good News and Your Church in Word and Action" Thinking Shrewdly V Conference, featuring five streams, "Communicating the Good News in Canada," "Church, Leadership and the Good News," Compassion, Justice and the Good News," New Canadians and the Good News," and "New Initiatives and the Good News." Presenters include Gary Nelson, Greg Paul, Bruxy Cavey and more.

COMING SOON, Waterloo/Guelph, ON  |  1-877-509-5060  |  WEBSITE

Thinking Shrewdly V: VMC national conference (May. 12)

The Good News and Your Church in Word and Action. Presenters (to date): Gary Nelson, President of Tyndale University College & Seminary Greg Paul, Founder & Director of Sanctuary Ministries Bruxy Cavey, Teaching Pastor, The Meeting House.

Lakeside Church 7654 Conservation Road, Guelph, ON  |  1.877.509.5060  |  WEBSITE

"Ride" General Assembly of the Christian and Missionary Alliance (Jul. 3 - Jul. 7)

"Ride," General Assembly of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. Alliance churches and workers form across Canada and the world gather to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Alliance, featuring speakers, special music and more.

Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB  |  WEBSITE

2012 Mennonite Church Canada Assembly (Jul. 12 - Jul. 15)

Thursday Evening: Delegate business session Friday and Saturday: Study Conference Sunday: Worship service open to all, local churches are encouraged to attend. (Thursday, July 12, 6:30PM to Sunday, July 15, 11AM.)

Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Vancouver, BC  |  WEBSITE

Annual Leadership and Stewardship Conference - Canadian Council of Christian Charities (Sep. 25 - Sep. 27)

Annual Leadership and Stewardship Conference, hosted by the Canadian Council of Christian Charities, exploring a number of issues of interest to Christian charities. See website for registration details

COMING SOON, Richmond, BC  |  WEBSITE