Barrie/Simcoe County

WELCOME TO THE BARRIE/SIMCOE BRANCH

Welcome to the Association of Administrative Professionals – Barrie/Simcoe County Branch

Established in 2006, the Barrie/Simcoe County Branch of the Association of Administrative Professionals (AAP) is a dynamic community of professionals representing a diverse range of industries across our region.

We are dedicated to empowering administrative professionals through professional development, networking, and lifelong learning. Our workshops, presentations, and webinars focus on current, relevant topics designed to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge, and inspire personal and professional growth.

We also recognize that success extends beyond the workplace — that’s why we include sessions centered on well-being and work-life balance, helping you thrive in every area of your life.

Join us and be part of a vibrant network committed to excellence, connection, and the evolving role of today’s administrative professional.

If you are interested in joining/ learning more about our branch, or would like additional information, please feel free to contact me at [email protected]

Dania Chacaltana
President, Barrie-Simcoe County Branch
Association of Administrative Professionals

SOCIAL MEDIA

UPCOMING EVENTS

*Save the date for some exciting events coming up!!

November 18 – more details TBD

December 4 – more details TBD

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PD DAY 2025

Lead from Where You Are: Strategic Skills for Admin Professionals with Rhonda Scharf and Carol Schulte

Thank you to all that attended our PD Day 2025!

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PAST EVENTS

PD Day 2025 – Lead from Where you Are: Strategic Skills for Admin Professionals | May 23, 2025

Olive Oil & Vinegar Tasting and Social | Nov 28, 2024 6:00-8:00pm

Admins Connect – Career Conversations | Nov 4, 2024 5:30-7pm

PD Day 2024 – EmpowerED: Power Up and Taking Charge – Friday June 24, 2024 – 8:00 am.

EA to CEO – How to Invest in Your Career with Lora Webb, CEO MetricAid – November 8, 2022 – 6:00 pm.

Excel Excellence: Elevating your Skill Set – First session: October 12, 2023 & Second Session: January 11, 2024.

Career Boost: Mastering resumes, cover letters, and career development – February 22, 2024

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2025-2026

EMPLOYER SUPPORT

The Association of Administrative Professionals have provided a wonderful forum that benefits not only my staff who participate, but also our organization. The staff are able to network with colleagues and ask questions (i.e. Who facilitated your strategic plan?; Do you still use business cards for your staff or have you moved to virtual cards?). It has been a great way to find out what others are doing and obtain pertinent information that can assist with cost savings, following current trends, and being environmentally friendly.

My staff also bring back nuggets from some of the training and speakers that join their meetings. This helps enhance their skills and they share upcoming relevant trainings with other staff in the organization.

It’s great to see how the Association generates energy and enthusiasm amongst my staff, which in turn benefits both the staff and the organization. There are so many wins at such little cost. We are lucky to have such a committed and dedicated bunch of professionals ensuring the longevity of the Association.

Elizabeth McKeeman, MSW
Chief Executive Officer
New Path Youth and Family Services

CCAP COURSES OFFERED AT GEORGIAN COLLEGE

Georgian College is now offering courses for the CCAP (formerly QAA) Program. For course information, email [email protected]

SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY

AAP Branches across Canada provide community support through volunteer opportunities or providing monetary donations to assist a local group or charity. Barrie Families Unite was selected as the ‘charity of choice’ this year by the Barrie Branch.

For more information on our charity of choice, please visit: https://barriefamiliesunite.com/

OUR COMMUNITY SUPPORTING US

Our continued success as a branch is assisted by the generosity and support from local businesses and organizations. Our recent Professional Development event included a valuable swag bag to all attendees that contained donations from our valued supporters. Thanks to:

Baskits – http://www.baskits.com

Cyncor – Barrie www.cyncor.com/

Olive Oil Company – Barrie – Newmarket – Midland oliveoilco.ca

Hamley’s Tea & Coffee – Barrie www.barrieteaandcoffee.ca

Natural Balance Day and Spa – Barrie naturalbalance-dayspa.com

Main St. Realty LTD. – www.mainstreetrealtyltd.com/

Bonnie Low-Kramen – www.bonnielowkramen.com/

Jeremy Burrows – www.goburrows.com/