Events

The Independent Consulting Community of Interest (ICCI) is pleased to invite you to this webinar.

Tired of submitting proposals for federal contracts and not winning the contract? This session invites independent evaluators to learn about the do’s and don’ts of applying for federal contracts. 

Using practical examples, Carolyn Montague will walk you through the procurement process and provide ideas of steps that you can take to improve your odds of winning the contract. She will provide information on the various procurement vehicles that are available for contracting and answer those questions you have always wanted to ask.

Presenter

Carolyn Montague, MPA is a Partner in Performance Management Network, a Canadian consulting practice specializing in evaluation, performance measurement,  of materiel management, procurement, strategic planning, requirement definition and alternative service delivery. She has over 44 years of experience managing large and complex multi-year projects from the Requirements Definition Stage through to the Options Selection and Implementation stage on behalf of clients such as the Communications Security Establishment Canada; Transport Canada; Health Canada; Public Services and Procurement Canada; Canadian Heritage; Public Health Agency of Canada; Fisheries and Oceans Canada; Environment and Climate Change Canada; Canada Border Services Agency; Innovation, Science and Economic Development; Employment and Social Development Canada and others. She has developed over 30 different courses for both procurement specialists and non-specialists. She was the President of the Canadian Institute for Procurement and Materiel Management (CIPMM) 2019 – 2025 and Vice President, CIPMM 2016-2019. CIPMM has the mandate to provide professional development to procurement officers in the federal government. 

In this session, Carolyn brings together her experience as a consultant applying and winning contracts from the federal government and the experience of teaching procurement officers how to manage the procurement process and overseeing the implementation of the process.  

Join us to learn how to navigate federal procurement and improve your chances of winning a contract! 

Event type: Webinar

Date: Thursday, November 26 | 12:00 - 1:30pm ET

Presenter: Carolyn Montague

The Independent Consulting Community of Interest (ICCI) is pleased to invite you to a new monthly peer-led discussion space for independent consultants to connect, share, and learn together. Independent doesn't have to mean alone. 

Join us for the ICCI Consulting Circle, an informal, monthly gathering where independent consultants can connect, exchange ideas, share experiences, and learn from one another. Whether you are an experienced consultant or just starting your journey, whatever your field or areas of expertise within evaluation, we welcome your participation.

What can you expect?

• Real conversations: Share successes, challenges, questions, and lessons learned.

• Peer learning: Exchange practical advice, tools, resources, and approaches.

• New perspectives: Explore emerging issues, opportunities, and trends in consulting with peers.

• Community and connection: Build relationships with fellow independent consultants across Canada.

The focus of this meetup is peer discussion, not formal presentations. Conversations will be shaped by the interests, questions, and experiences of those who attend. The meetings will not be recorded. 

The Consulting Circle will be co-hosted by ICCI Steering Committee members Clare Levin and Elizabeth Dyke. Bring your curiosity and whatever is on your mind. Come when you can, contribute what you like, and leave with new ideas and connections. Participants are welcome to participate in English or French as they prefer.

The link below will register you for the recurring monthly event. You need to register even if you are not going to attend every month.

We hope to see you at the Consulting Circle!

Event type: Monthly peer-led event, second Tuesday of the month 

Date: Tuesday, November 10 | 2:00 - 3:00pm ET

Co-hosts: Clare Levin and Elizabeth Dyke