Name: Building Better Futures: Collaborative Approaches to Career Education
Start: 2026-02-19T09:00:00-0700
End: 2026-02-19T10:00:00-0700

-Pre-recorded: 2026 President Schilling’s Convention Address: https://youtu.be/uZmsvjr-pCo

-The main event will occur at RDP (Red Deer Polytechnic)

-The Social will happen on Feb 19 after the last session in the Main Stage Foyer, do sign up by including it in your schedule

-Edcamp sessions all occur on Feb 20 Session 5, watch the following to understand what an Edcamp event is all about
https://youtu.be/uIHonn97TJk

-A few sessions you will need to pre-register and pay a supply fee to attend on the day

-POST RECORDING VIDEOS are availble from Feb 20th at 3:30 PM - May31st at 11:59 PM
-Be Scent Free for the event

-DO YOU HAVE ANY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS AT THE EVENT? e.g.) quiet space, allergies, wheel chair assistance, etc.
Please reach out to [email protected]

-If you need hotel accommodations do use the following link to get a special deal for CATCA members until February 4th: https://reservations.travelclick.com/108483?groupID=5047732

Building Better Futures: Collaborative Approaches to Career Education

Thursday February 19, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am MST

RDP ROOM 1408 @ 100 College Blvd, Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5

In this session, we will unpack the direction and implications of the incoming Financial Literacy and Career Pathways curriculum grade 7-9. Together, we will identify current challenges, explore emerging opportunities, and develop strategies for collaborative resource creation. Participants will examine ways to share materials, align best practices, and build meaningful community and industry partnerships that strengthen career education for all students.

Speakers

Jeff Lerouge

Career Pathways Teacher, Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools

I've taught high school culinary arts for over 15 years and have been fortunate to travel with my family as well as students on numerous tours and cultural exchanges. I love to taste and travel and would never pass up a great risotto! I truly believe in pushing students to try new... Read More →

Tracey Millar

Tracey Millar is an experienced journeyman stylist and educator who serves as the Chair of Hairstyling for the National Technical Committee for Skills Canada. Tracey continues to serve at the provincial level on the technical committee and as a judge.

In her role as Career Pathways Coordinator for Red Deer Catholic Regional School Division, Tracey Millar oversees CTF and CTS programs, as well as off-campus, dual credit, collegiate, and community partnerships. With her extensive background in trades education and program implemen... Read More →

Holly Bilton

Provincial Manager School Engagement, CAREERS

A strong advocate for youth career development, Holly Bilton serves as the Provincial Manager of School Engagement for CAREERS, a role where she builds bridges between the education system and career opportunities. Her journey with CAREERS since 2004 has provided her with deep insights... Read More →

Thursday February 19, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am MST
RDP ROOM 1408

Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12)

CATCA 2026-Feb 19 and 20 in Person and Post Recording Videos till May 31st

Jeff Lerouge

Tracey Millar

Holly Bilton

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CATCA 2026-Feb 19 and 20 in Person and Post Recording Videos till May 31st

Jeff Lerouge

Tracey Millar

Holly Bilton

Attendees (32)

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