Academy of Professional
Development
Offering courses and training on a variety of topics relevant to the not-for-profit sector.
Welcome!
Come and see what we are all about.
The Academy provides training opportunities and professional development for staff at non-profit organizations across Ontario. By bringing in trainers with expertise relevant to the sector, the Academy can help your workers develop practical skills that improve the delivery and quality of your services.
Please see your training options below, and be sure to follow up with us if you have any questions. To contact us directly please call
416-658-2266 or email
training@reconnect.on.ca for further details.
Hosted Training Sessions
In-person and virtual training sessions and events are held on a regular basis, posted on our website, and open for registration.
Facilitate Custom Training
We work with organizations upon request to develop custom training sessions to meet their unique needs. The Academy will help find a trainer and finalize requirements.
Training Plans
The Academy works with organizations, partnerships and associations to develop and facilitate a multi-session training calendar that aligns with their strategic planning.
Upcoming Trainings
Managing Difficult Conversations with Clients – Using a Trauma-Informed Approach
Date: June 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Joses Wong
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Health Equity and Anti-Black Racism Workshop
Date: July 3, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Jermaine Henry
Price: $70.00 excl. HST
From Burnout to Balance: Stress Management for Healthcare Staff
Date: July 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Joses Wong
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Introduction to Using Power BI in Health Service Environments
Date: July 10, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 700 Lawrence Avenue West
Facilitated by: Francesco Sijinardo
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Critical Developments in Employment Law
Date: July 11, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Laura Karabulut
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Diversity Training 101 for the Workplace
Date: July 15, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Bola Faleyimu
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Success Skills for Managers
Date: June 16, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Christine Amy
Price: $250.00 excl. HST
Effective Change Management
Date: July 29, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Bola Faleyimu
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Introduction to Using Power BI in Health Service Environments
Date: August 7, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Francesco Sijinardo
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Managing Difficult Conversations with Clients – Advanced Practice Session
Date: August 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 700 Lawrence Avenue West
Facilitated by: Joses Wong
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
