About
NextGEN — Off the Record
An afternoon of honest reflection, practical professional development, and mentor conversations.
We will explore what has changed since NextGEN in July, what we learned from the pitch experience, and what support would help us move forward. Through guided activities, professional presence practice, and mentor feedback, you will identify one useful next step and make meaningful connections.
Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 3:00–7:00 p.m.
Surrey local time — Pacific Time, UTC−7.
Venue: to be confirmed. Final venue and arrival details will be shared with registered participants.
What to expect
Reflect on lessons, progress, and the challenges you are working through.
Practise introducing yourself clearly and building professional relationships.
Explore communication, confidence, and how you show up under pressure.
Hear candid mentor feedback and reconnect with the NextGEN community.
If you did not attend NextGEN in July, you can reflect on your own recent experiences and current goals.
The afternoon
3:00–3:20 — Arrival, badges, and conversation cards
3:20–3:30 — Welcome: Why Off the Record?
3:30–3:50 — Reflection: What changed since July?
3:50–4:20 — Wall of Lessons: What the pitch taught us
4:20–4:40 — Snack and reset
4:40–5:20 — Professional Personality Lab
5:20–5:50 — The Mentor Room
5:50–6:10 — The Council: Start / Stop / Keep
6:10–6:20 — NextGEN Hears You
6:20–7:00 — Connect the Room and closing
Registration
Registration is open to everyone. Purchase a ticket to secure your place; availability is limited to 40 people.
Regular admission: C$99 per person, plus the configured taxes and payment processing fee.
Duo admission: C$149 for two people, plus the configured taxes and payment processing fee. Select two Duo Admission tickets at C$74.50 each and enter each attendee’s own details.
There are 40 places. Mentor details and final participation guidelines will be shared before the event.
Questions about registration? Contact [email protected].
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