LINC Gathering
Imagining LINC Futures: Connect, Collaborate and Create Change in Challenging Times
About LINC Gathering
A specialized invitation-only event that brings together LINC professionals, including Admin, Early Childhood Educators, assessors, instructors, and LINC leaders, to share best practices, explore innovative strategies, and develop solutions to strengthen our sector.
Why It Matters
This gathering is an opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, share best practices, and explore innovative strategies for overcoming challenges. By collaborating with colleagues across the BC/Yukon region, we can identify shared issues and develop impactful solutions. Let’s inspire each other to create lasting change and build a stronger, more resilient LINC sector.
Upcoming Events
LINC Gathering | October 2026
- Fully Online
- 9 AM - 4:30 PM PT
- LINC SPOs and professionals in BC and Yukon, including LINC instructors, Curriculum Developers, Language Assessors, Early Childhood Educators, Program Admin and Operations, Digital Learning Facilitators, Classroom Assistants, Volunteers, and more
- Have a question? Please email us at [email protected]
Call for Proposals is now open
Share your knowledge, insights, and expertise in a workshop or a sharing session! For more details, please see the Frequently Asked Questions below.
Submission Deadline: 5 PM, Sep 14 (Mon), 2026
LINC Gathering | February 2027
An in-person gathering of LINC SPOs and professionals in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Stay tuned for more event details and announcements in September 2026.
Past Events
LINC Gathering – Lower Mainland 2026
Anvil Centre, New Westminster | January 5, 2026
The second LINC Gathering Lower Mainland was held at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster. This centrally located and accessible venue welcomed nearly 400 participants from across Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, as well as few LINC professionals from Vancouver Island and Smithers.
The event was a dynamic day of connection, bringing together LINC instructors, early childhood educators, administrators, and LINC leaders to share ideas, best practices, emerging issues, and innovative approaches to the challenges faced in LINC delivery.
LINC Gathering – Kelowna 2025
KCR Community Resources | October 24, 2025
Over 80 LINC professionals from 17 small centres outside the Lower Mainland came together, both in-person and online, for a day of sharing, learning, and connection.
Through 15 thoughtfully curated sessions and presentations, participants were energized and inspired by the remarkable LINC work unfolding across the BC/Yukon region. The event highlighted the deep care and commitment being brought into communities, showcasing the strength and creativity of LINC teams working in diverse local contexts.
LINC Gathering – Lower Mainland 2025
MOSAIC, Vancouver | January 6 2025
Event Highlights
- Over 180 attendees from more than 10 service providers across the lower mainland
- Mini presentations shared helpful tips and new ideas.
- Poster presentations showcased amazing projects.
- Guided conversations gave us time to talk about challenges and solutions.
- The plenary session inspired us to think about the future of the LINC sector.
Have a question about the LINC Gathering?
Contact us at [email protected]