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Looking Out, Looking In: Lenses on Conflict Resolution

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Justice Institute of British Columbia (New Westminster)
New Westminster, Canada
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Mediate BC is excited to partner with the Justice Institute of BC on a hybrid conference taking place in New Westminster, BC and virtually.

Looking Out, Looking In: Lenses on Conflict Resolution offers two days of learning: a full conference day on Friday, May 1 and pre-conference workshops on Thursday, April 30.

The conference will provide an interactive exploration of collaborative conflict resolution and mediation. It will bring together a diverse range of people working in conflict resolution and conflict management, including mediators, investigators, lawyers, legal and mental health advocates, facilitators, researchers and more.

Presentations and workshops will include:

  • AI for mediators

  • Neurodiversity in conflict resolution

  • Mediation practice development

  • Developments in workplace conflict resolution

  • Analytical tools for mediation

  • And many more emerging topics.

Join us for thoughtful presentations, stimulating conversations, as well as opportunities to (re)connect with fellow conflict resolution practitioners!

Early bird rates end March 31, 2026. Click Register Now! to see the rates for in-person, online, general admission or Roster mediator.

Dates

April 30 - May 1, 2026

Location

In-person at the Justice Institute of British Columbia (715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, BC)

OR

Virtually via Zoom (Please note: only a limited number of conference sessions and workshops will be available to the online audience. These will be noted in the agenda.)

CPD

Workshops (April 30):

Conference (May 1):

  • Mediate BC: up to 7 hours of CPD, including 2 hours focused on EDI.

  • Law Society of BC (pending): up to 7 hours of CPD and up to 2 hours of ethics credit for participation in identified sessions.

FAQs

  • Are there discounted rates?

    Yes, all Mediate BC Roster mediators (RRMs and Associates) and Affiliates qualify for discounted rates. Affiliates include members of BC Hear the Child Society, BC Parenting Coordinator Roster, BC Collaborative Roster, and Collaborative Divorce Vancouver. JIBC faculty is also included.

    *Please indicate in the Role/Title section when registering.

  • When is the deadline for the early bird rate?

    Discounted rates for the Conference are available before March 31, 2026. From April 1 onwards, regular rates apply.

  • How do I access the programming that I registered for virtually?

    Thank you for registering! The webinar link and materials will be emailed to you closer to the date.

  • Will food/drinks be provided?

    Morning snacks and coffee/teas and lunch will be provided on the conference day.

    No food or drinks will be served on the workshop day. However, the on-site Junction Cafe will be open for breakfast (from 7am) and lunch. There are also several reasonably quick options nearby at Royal Square Mall (corner of McBride Blvd. and 8th Ave.)

  • I'm coming from out of town. Are there accommodation options nearby?

    Here are a few options nearby:

    • Executive Plaza Hotel in Coquitlam

      • ~7 minute drive from JIBC

      • Food spots nearby:

        • The Wild Fig Restaurant + Bar (1 min walk)

        • Denny’s Restaurant (7 min walk)

        • Joey Coquitlam (11 min walk)

        • U Town Hot Pot Malatang (2 min walk)

        • Hee Rae Deung Korean Chinese Restaurant (4 min walk)

        • Hongdae Korean Restaurant (1 min walk)

    • Met Hotel in New Westminster

      • ~7 minute drive from JIBC

      • Food spots nearby:

        • Piva Modern Italian (7 min walk)

        • Kioku Kitchen (10 min walk)

        • L’Onore Pizza (24 min walk)

        • Artusi Restaurant (23 min walk)

    • Civic Hotel in Surrey

      • ~11 minute drive from JIBC; next to Surrey Central Skytrain Station

      • Food spots nearby:

        • Prado Cafe (in the hotel lobby)

        • Dominion Bar + Kitchen (in the hotel lobby)

        • Shudh Vaishnu Dhaba (6 min walk)

        • Skye Avenue - Kitchen & Lounge (5 min walk)

        • Food options inside Central City Shopping Centre (Boston Pizza, A&W, Blenz Coffee, Booster Juice, Burger King, OPA, Subway, Starbucks, etc.) (6 min walk)

    • Element Vancouver Metrotown in Burnaby

      • ~13 minute drive from JIBC

      • Food spots nearby:

        • Cactus Club Cafe (7 min walk)

        • Earl’s Kitchen + Bar (6 min walk)

        • Steve’s Poke Bar (12 min walk)

        • The Dolar Shop Hot Pot (7 min walk)

        • Food options inside Metropolis at Metrotown (8 min walk)

    • Hilton Vancouver Metrotown in Burnaby

      • ~14 minute drive from JIBC

      • Food spots nearby:

        • Cactus Club Cafe (3 min walk)

        • Earl’s Kitchen + Bar (4 min walk)

        • Steve’s Poke Bar (10 min walk)

        • The Dolar Shop Hot Pot (3 min walk)

        • Food options inside Metropolis at Metrotown (7 min walk)

  • Will there be social activities for in-person attendees?

    Yes! Our staff is scoping out no-host dinner options for after the workshops (Thursday, April 30) and conference (Friday, May 1). Once we have things confirmed, we will add it to the registration options so we can get a sense of numbers.

    Please let us know at conference@mediatebc.com if you are interested, particularly for the Friday evening!

  • Is there free parking?

    Free parking is available at the venue; however, space is limited! Please come early.

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