About the Course

The Original Canadian Gift Planning course is the longest-running and one of the most respected courses available on philanthropy in Canada. Originally developed in 1990, this comprehensive 5-day course provides in-depth education on the full range of gift planning issues: from detailed information on the tax aspects of gift planning to topics such as working with donors, program marketing, stewardship, and ethics. This course provides an unrivaled educational experience, balancing formal classroom learning, in-depth discussions, group work, and case studies, while always incorporating adult-learning principles.

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Tuition cost: 
Early Bird Price (until November 25, 2016)
CAGP Member: $1540 (+ 5% GST) = $1617
Non-member: $1815 (+ 5% GST) = $1905.75
Regular Price (November 26 – December 23, 2016)
CAGP Member: $1640 (+ 5% GST) = $1722
Non-member: $1915 (+ 5% GST) = 2010.75

Cancellation Policy – Please read carefully
Should you have to cancel your registration for the Original Canadian Gift Planning Course, please be aware of the following cancellation policy:

Tuition
Before October 31, 2016 – Full refund*
November 1 – December 1, 2016 – 50% refund*
After December 1, 2016 – No refund*

*Important: Registration is transferable within your organization at anytime, subject to a $50 administration fee. If an attendee cancels after October 31, 2016 and your spot can be filled with someone from the cancellation list, you will get a full refund less a $50 administration fee. All other cancellations are subject to a $200 administration fee.

Read what people are saying about the Original Canadian Gift Planning Course:

“What an amazing course. Couldn't have asked for better instructors who provide real examples and answers to our question all in a beautiful setting. Thank you for an enjoyable, rememberable and educational week. “

Corinna Lougheed, Simon Fraser University        
2014 Original Course Attendee

“This course is a necessity to anyone endeavouring to work in the gift planning field.”

Kim Cavener, Royal Victoria Hospital Foundation
2014 Original Course Attendee

“WOW!  What an amazing week of learning. The CAGP Original Gift Planning Course was everything I expected it to be and more. Totally worth the investment!”

Robyn Knickle, United Way Burlington & Greater Hamilton
2015 Original Course Attendee

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