Professional development
Professional development events let you learn about the work of other plain language professionals and advocates.
In addition to these events hosted in English or in both English and French, we also host events in French only. You can find information about the French events here. You can find information about the events in French here.
Next event:
To be determined.
Networking
Networking events let you connect with other professionals and advocates, and discuss topics related to plain language.
Next discussion:
Getting the Most Out of Conferences: Tales from the Brussels Plain Language Experience
March 9, 2026
12:00 to 1:00 p.m. (PST) | 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. (EST)
Online (Zoom)
Join us for the first Plain Canada Clair networking event! Each event will open the doors to current topics, plain language insights, and shared experiences from the field.
Our March event, Getting the Most Out of Conferences, will feature four experienced and enthusiastic attendees of the Brussels Plain Language Experience 2025. This biannual conference for PLAIN International and Clarity featured three days of presentations and sessions under the theme “Uniting for a Brighter Future: A New Era for Plain Language.”
The networking event will start with insights from our presenters. Then, we’ll open the floor so you can ask questions, share ideas, and contribute personal tips for getting the most out of conferences.
Our panellists:
- Kate Harrison Whiteside, founder, PlainLanguageAcademies.org
- Catherine Buckie, plain language consultant, Halifax
- Nicole Watkins Campbell, plain language consultant, Halifax
- Michelle Waitzman, plain language specialist, Toronto
Interested in contributing to future Plain Canada Clair networking events? Send your ideas for topics to our coordinator,Kate Harrison Whiteside, by email at [email protected].