IAP2 Canada Certificate in Public Participation.
Enhance your public participation (P2) and engagement skills with this practical professional certificate.
Created by experts, it equips you with essential tools and knowledge, preparing you for confident practice in the field.
Flexible Learning Options - Choose the learning format that fits your schedule and lifestyle:
💻 Online – Jan–Mar 2026
Build your skills from anywhere with interactive, live online sessions — ideal for those who prefer evening or weekend learning options that fit your schedule.
💻 Online
Bundle & Group Savings
Complete all three 2026 online courses through Neuquinn Consulting — Fundamentals, Designing P2, and Applying Methods — and save $100 while earning your IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation.
👥 Group Rate
Save $25 per course when four or more participants from your organization register.
IAP2 Fundamentals of P2 and Engagement
🕒 3:30–5:30 PM PST
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June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026
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September 9, 15, 22,29
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November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026
IAP2 Designing P2
🕒 3:30–5:30 PM PST
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July 6, 7,8, 9, 2026
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October 8, 16, 23, 30, 2026
IAP2 Applying Methods
🕒 3:30–5:30 PM PST
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August 10, 11, 12, 13, 2026
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November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026
📍 In-Person
Step away from your computer and daily demands, and join other professionals face-to-face for a focused, energizing week of learning. In-person training builds connection, trust, and shared momentum in ways that naturally deepen professional relationships.
Immerse yourself fully, sharpen your skills, and expand your network alongside peers who are committed to meaningful engagement.
Bundle & Group Savings
Complete all three courses in one immersive week through Neuquinn Consulting — Fundamentals, Designing P2, and Applying Methods — and save $175 while earning your IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation.
👥 Group Rate
Save $25 per course when four or more participants from your organization register.
Nanaimo, BC | May 4–8, 2026
Join us in Nanaimo, the Harbour City in central Vancouver Island, known for its scenic waterfront, creative energy, and welcoming community. A perfect setting to learn, connect, and reflect on meaningful engagement.
🕒 9:00 AM –4:30 PM PST
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May 4, 2026 - IAP2 Fundamentals of P2 and Engagement
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May 5-6, 2026 - IAP2 Designing P2
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May 7-8, 2026 - IAP2 Applying Methods
Victoria, BC | December 7 - 11, 2026
Join us in Victoria, the capital of British Columbia and a hub for public policy, governance, and civic leadership. Surrounded by ocean and heritage streetscapes, it’s an inspiring place to deepen your practice and strengthen your impact in public participation.
🕒 9:00 AM –4:30 PM PST
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December 7, 2026 - IAP2 Fundamentals of P2 and Engagement
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December 8 - 9, 2026 - IAP2 Designing P2
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December 10 - 11, 2026 - IAP2 Applying Methods
Course Summaries
IAP2 Fundamentals of P2 & Engagement (Level 1 – Prerequisite)
Understand and apply the practices of meaningful, effective public participation. Explore principles, concepts, and best practices, and learn how to design and apply them in your work.
IAP2 Designing Public Participation & Engagement (Level 2)
Plan and design engagement using the IAP2 Practice Framework: scoping, community mapping, defining purpose, setting objectives and levels of influence, choosing methods, and managing resources — all while considering diverse audiences.
IAP2 Applying Methods (Level 2)
Explore and integrate a range of engagement methods. Learn to select, assess, and design techniques that create meaningful participation experiences aligned with your project goals.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
In-Person participant
Trish was so warm and welcoming and open to everyone's questions and shared stories. Some of the stories that were shared were very real and vulnerable. She navigated us sharing our stories and teaching us with such grace and compassion.
There was such a high level of shared passion foR the work we all do in the room and to be able to foster that energy and hold space for it and taUch us at the same time is a gift and a true skill. I expected to get trained, I didn't expect to have my whole perspective shift in a positive way. What an incredible expereince!
Online participant
Trish was great, very personable, extremely accommodating and kept things on track. Virtual facilitation is tough, especially when trying to encourage participation and she did a great job navigating us through it.
About the trainiing
The instructors were prepared, engaging, and knowledgeable about the material. The attendees had their cameras on and were willing to share examples. The course materials we well organized, shared, and accessible.
About the trainers
The facilitators were very engaging. They worked well together as a team. They were excellent. I really liked how Trish used pauses really effectively to slow the pacing and draw your attention back. I didn't feel rushed.
About the trainer
Patricia (Trish) - organized, insightful, encouraging, engaging, highly skilled and knowledgeable
Advance Your Public Engagement Practice
Neuquinn Consulting brings extensive experience from both the private and public sectors in public engagement, project management, change management, organizational transformation, and event planning to the International Association of Public Participation (IPA2) Certificate in Public Participation. Our training gives you practical skills to lead meaningful, inclusive engagement and achieve positive change.
Neuquinn Consulting is proud to deliver training licensed by IAP2 Canada, an internationally recognized leader in public participation.