Corporate Sponsorship

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The Residence Life Professional Association (RLPA) is a vibrant network of student housing professionals from 30+ academic institutions across Western Canada. We aren’t just in the business of providing housing; we are committed to elevating the standard of living and learning within these spaces, transforming them into holistic homes away from home.

Our mission is to advance and promote excellence in housing services at post-secondary institutions. We achieve this by connecting our members to share best practices and participate in professional development opportunities. We see every residence hall as an opportunity for personal and academic growth, and as a crucible for lifelong memories.

Our vision for the future is one where student housing in Western Canada not only thrives but sets a benchmark for exceptional experiences for both professionals and students. We envision this future to be shaped through collaborative efforts in evaluating and developing best practices, creating meaningful connections among members, and facilitating professional growth through education and training.

Our guiding principles anchor us in this journey:

• Relationships: We firmly believe in the power of genuine, long-term relationship-building. We promote both formal and informal support networks and encourage member interactions and outreach.

• Canadian Context: Our operations are steeply grounded in our unique Canadian context. We ensure that all resources and services provided are tailored to promote knowledge sharing and capacity building within this specific context.

• Diversity and Inclusion: The diversity of our members and the inclusive environment we foster are our greatest strengths. We remain committed to maintaining an environment that is welcoming and accessible, adapting to the evolving needs of our members and institutions.

Our annual LEAD (Learn. Educate. Act. Dare) Conference is a testament to these principles. It’s a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and inspiration for over a hundred residence student staff and professionals from our member institutions.

We rely on the support of our Corporate Partners to facilitate impactful events like LEAD and to showcase products that can enhance residence student experience at our institutions. Supporting the RLPA is an investment in the growth and development of our members, the fostering of dynamic, inclusive student communities, and the advancement of the field of residence life and student housing. We invite all potential Corporate Partners to join us in realizing our vision and making a difference in student housing across Western Canada.

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