The Canadian Pest Management Association (CPMA) invites you to join us for the 2024 Pest Management Canada Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia!
This two-day event will deliver top-level business and technical education, as well as access to supplier representatives ready to share the latest in product development and design.
Day 1 | Business-Focused Training (Owners/Managers Day) Day 1 programming consists of business-focused courses covering sales training, networking, and marketing strategies designed to help you and your team reach new KPIs and advance your organization. Day 1 is ideal for managers, owners, and any industry professionals looking to grow your business IQ.
Day 2 | Technical-Focused Training (Technician's Day) Day 2 programming includes top-level technical sessions led by academic and industry experts highlighting the latest in pest control research and control advances. Day 2 is ideal for technicians, managers, and anyone in the pest control industry looking to elevate their control efforts to the next level.
CPMA Latest News
CPMA’s Annual General Meeting
This announcement shall serve as notice to members that, under the direction of the CPMA Board of Directors, the annual membership meeting will be held during PMC 2024 directly after lunch on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 12:45 pm. This is your opportunity to hear from CPMA leadership on the state of the association and objectives for the future.
The Canadian Pest Management Association is pleased to announce your 2024 President-Elect and Board of Directors. You can view the announcement that includes an introduction to the CPMA President-Elect, Sameer Thawer (P. Eng.), and the 2024 Board of Directors.
PMRA Consultation on a Proposal to Update Fees for Pest Control Products
Health Canada is proposing changes to its fee structure for pest control products associated with Health Canada's post-market regulatory activities with respect to pesticides (in other words, the annual charge). PMRA will be holding a webinar for stakeholders, partners, and the public on Thursday, 7 March 2024, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. EST to discuss the PMRA’s Fee Proposal that will include an overview of the proposal to update fees and next steps. Stakeholders will have the opportunity to ask for clarifications. Invitations will only be sent to registered participants in advance of the session. Please note that the session will be bilingual. To register please email crpmra.rcarla@hc-sc.gc.ca by 4 March 2024, providing your name, the name of your organization, and your email address.
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PestWorld Magazine Subscription
Members receive print and digital subscriptions to PestWorld magazine and NPMA’s digital newsletter e-PestWorld and can opt-in to receive public policy updates. These communications are all crafted to keep you up to speed on the latest developments in the industry. Read the March/April issue, now available.
SkillBridge Internships are Gaining Momentum
NPMA has recently formed a partnership with SkillBridge, resulting in the placement of four interns within the last month. These interns will be stationed at NPMA member company locations in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, and Washington. This collaboration offers a promising avenue for NPMA member companies seeking to recruit skilled pest control service technicians. By participating in this initiative, companies can tap into a new resource for talent acquisition while contributing to the development of the next generation of pest management professionals.
PestWorld 2024 unites pest management professionals from all corners of the globe, representing diverse backgrounds within the industry. Join us and exchange knowledge, gain fresh insights into emerging business trends, stay abreast of the latest technical research, and foster enduring relationships within the community.
