OPBA Events
Discover, Learn, and Connect Through OPBA Events
The Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA) hosts a variety of events designed to support the professional growth of public procurement professionals across Canada. Our events provide opportunities to expand your knowledge, stay current with industry best practices, and connect with peers at all levels of procurement.
From professional development workshops and networking meetings to our annual conference and specialized learning sessions, OPBA events are built to empower you with practical skills, insights from experts, and connections that last a lifetime.
Whether you’re new to public procurement or an experienced professional, our events offer valuable experiences to help you succeed in your role and advance your career.
Browse our upcoming events and find the learning and networking opportunities that best suit your professional development goals.
Buyers Meeting
Procurement Specialists Meeting
Procurement Specialists Meeting |
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Join us as we celebrate March Procurement Month!
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 10:00 AM...
People Leaders Meeting
People Leaders Meeting |
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Join us as we celebrate March Procurement Month!
Friday, March 27, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ...
Procurement Specialists Meeting
Procurement Specialists Meeting
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET | Virtual Event
Registration closes: May 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
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Annual Events
OPBA Leadership Day 2026: Performance Management & Difficult Conversations for Senior Procurement Leaders
Leadership Day is a focused, in-person professional development experience designed for senior procurement leaders who manage people and lead teams. This is not an introductory or emerging-leader session. The day centers on the real leadership cha...
OPBA’s Education and Learning Department is Now PPLL
We’re excited to announce that OPBA’s education and learning department is now called the Public Procurement Learning Lab, or PPLL for short. This includes all of our Principles courses, Pro-D webinars and other learning resources.