IRWA Chapter 54 Sea to Sky

Join Us at the 2026 Okanagan Right of Way Summit!
Are you ready to connect with infrastructure leaders and dive into the latest industry trends? Proudly hosted by IRWA - Region 10 - Western Canada & Region 8 - Eastern Canada.
The Okanagan Right of Way Summit is coming to Kelowna, BC, from October 15–16! This in-person event brings together vital regional perspectives from across Canada and the United States.
Who should attend?
🏛️ Crown & Municipal Representatives
🏢 Government & Industry Leaders
💼 Private Consulting Practitioners
Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned expert, this summit offers incredible sessions, strategic insights, and valuable networking in a relaxed setting.
📍 Location: Coast Capri Hotel | Kelowna, BC
📅 Dates: October 15 – 16, 2026
📧 Questions? Contact [email protected]
Please see Eventbrite link to register.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to share insights and explore new strategic right-of-way opportunities. See you there!

Thank you to : Vicki Green, SR/WA Mark McKee Tanya Hynes, BTech-TM, C.E.T., SR/WA Adam Creech, SR/WA IRWA Chapter 63 Ottawa-St. Lawrence IRWA Calgary 2027

📚 Calling all Sea to Sky Chapter 54 Members!

With so many new faces joining our IRWA (International Right of Way Association) Chapter, we want to ensure you have the exact resources needed to fast-track your career and lock in your designations.

We are currently building our upcoming educational calendar around your immediate needs, targeting two critical milestones:

🗣️ Course 219 (Adult Communication Principles)

This is the only IRWA course that requires in-person attendance.

🍁 SR/WA Canadian Exam

Are you on the older accreditation track? Mark your calendar: you must pass this exam before December 31, 2027, to secure your designation.

📩 How to register your interest:

Help us build the schedule around you. Drop us an email to let us know what you need:

Email: [email protected]

What to include: The course/exam you need + your preferred timeframe.

Let’s connect, learn, and grow together!

🚀 Chapter 54 just wrapped up an incredible experience at the IRWA event in Omaha!
Connecting with fellow right-of-way and infrastructure professionals brought immense value. Beyond the great sessions on modern infrastructure trends, leadership training, AI in the Right of Way and exploring Omaha’s historic connection to the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail provided a perfect reminder of how vital corridors and pathways shape our world.
Our agenda included a Zoo visit and baseball game - making for perfect summer nights! 🌞
We are walking away with fresh industry insights, new connections, and renewed inspiration for our upcoming projects!
👏 Huge thanks to the International Right of Way Association, Right of way Education Foundation and the Canadian Right of Way Education Foundation and the city of Omaha for hosting a phenomenal event.

🎉 What a night in Omaha! 🎉
On June 25, 2026 Chapter 54 Young Professionals Chair Monique M. had an absolute blast kicking off the 72nd Annual Conference at Young Professionals Night! 🚀
Our next-gen leaders showed up in full force at the Cham Pang Lanes to network, collaborate, and connect with peers from across the globe.
Quick Highlights:
Pride: Bringing our local energy to the global right-of-way stage.
The Pit: Networking and grabbing fresh professional headshots in the Exhibit Hall.
Omaha Energy: An incredible opening night in downtown Omaha.
Setup for an amazing week of learning about the future of infrastructure!

Happy Canada Day! Celebrating Canada's rights-of-way (ROWs) honors the vast, strategic corridors that keep the world's second-largest country connected and powered.

1. Energy Superhighways

Trans-Canada Pipelines: Moves vital energy safely across thousands of kilometres of protected land.

Hydro Transmission Lines: Provincial and Crown agencies manage vast corridors to prevent grid failures.

2. The Rail Bedrocks

CN and CPKC Lines: Historic linear allowances that physically united the provinces and still drive billions in daily continental trade.

3. Smart Urban Transit

Ontario Line & REM Montreal: Maximizes existing rail and road ROWs to slice through dense, expensive downtown cores.

Digital Fiber Grids: Utilizes municipal street networks to bury thousands of kilometres of high-speed data lines.

4. Modern Stewardship

Indigenous Co-Management: Respects traditional territories while expanding critical green energy networks.

Pollinator Highways: Transforms cleared utility land into thriving ecological corridors for local wildlife and bees.

IRWA Chapter 54 (Sea to Sky) Executives Tracy A. and Krysta B. are looking forward to connecting with infrastructure and right-of-way professionals from across North America to discuss global best practices and local innovations.

A major highlight for our Chapter is supporting and collaborating with our industry's young professionals. The energy, fresh perspectives, and innovation they bring are shaping the future of right-of-way. 🚀 Monique M is excited as a first time attendee 😊

If you are attending the conference, make sure to attend Canadian Hospitality Night! 🇨🇦🍁 Hosted in collaboration with our amazing Canadian chapters and Canadian Right of Way Education Foundation, it is the perfect, relaxed atmosphere to connect, mentor, and network with both seasoned leaders and rising stars.

Big congratulations to Chapter 54 Members Tracy A., Johanna C. and Monique M. ! 🥳

They were awarded the 50 for Fifty scholarship from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). This award highlights their hard work and passion for infrastructure real estate.

Your dedication to growing as a right-of-way professional is inspiring. We are excited to see you master your next IRWA education courses and secure the SR/WA! 🗺️🛣️

Celebrating cross-border leadership and professional growth! 🇨🇦✈️🇺🇸

We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our exceptional young professional members from IRWA Sea-to-Sky Chapter 54!

Please join us in celebrating Monique M., who has officially been awarded an international travel sponsorship to attend the upcoming YP Summit in Omaha, Nebraska! Monique will be heading south to represent British Columbian emerging infrastructure perspective and right-of-way professionals on a international stage.

Investing in the next generation of industry talent is a core mission of Chapter 54. Thanks to the incredible support of the IRWA Young Professionals this sponsorship removes financial barriers to high-level international mentorship. It gives our emerging leaders direct access to cross-border networks, technical workshops, and global best practices.

We know that Monique will do an outstanding job representing the Sea-to-Sky chapter. We can't wait to see the fresh perspectives, skills, and strategic connections they bring back home to elevate our local infrastructure projects in British Columbia.

👉 Safe travels, Monique! Show them how we do things in Chapter 54!

Chapter 54 Young Professional Network is expanding our young professional network. Like, follow and consider becoming a member of Sea to Sky Chapter 54! 🤔 We are here to help you grow professionally email today - [email protected]

Navigating a career path or tackling a major project is a lot like climbing a mountain. It takes grit, the right tools, and a strong community to help you reach the summit. 🏔️✨
Joining Chapter 54, your local International Right of Way Association (IRWA) and the IRWA Young Professionals group is the next step up the mountain. Investing in education, pursuing certifications, and expanding a professional network provides the foundation needed to conquer complex challenges and scale new heights. 🚀🎯
The view from the top is always worth the climb, and nobody gets there alone.
Whether you are a seasoned expert or just starting the ascent, let’s connect and navigate the trail together! 👇
[email protected]

Headline: ⏰ Last few days to register!
The Chapter 54 Annual General Meeting (AGM) is closing fast. Secure your spot before 9am, Thursday May 28, 2026 to join your fellow right-of-way professionals for networking, chapter updates and executive elections.

🔹 When: Thursday May 28, 2026 Noon (12:00pm) PST
🔹 Where: Virtual
🔹 RSVP: [email protected]

Invites were sent to existing Chapter 54 members emails associated with membership. 🗳️👥👔Have your voice heard!