Join our next in-person social networking event in Victoria!

CESBC Lower Mainland Social Meet-Up

We’re pleased to invite you to our next in-person social meet-up on June 17!

Join us to expand your local evaluation network and explore evaluation in practice through guided discussion:

This is a great opportunity to:

• Connect with local evaluators and researchers

• Share your perspectives on the Periodic Table of Evaluation

• Explore how other local evaluators are using various approaches, methods, designs, and criteria in their work

• Build new connections within the evaluation community on Vancouver Island

Whether you are an experienced evaluator, new to the field, or simply interested in learning more about evaluation, we welcome you to join the conversation.

MATERIALS FOR REVIEW

The Periodic Table of Evaluation ~ YouTube ~ Michael Quinn Patton and Sara Vaca

The Periodic Table of Evaluation ~ Paper ~ Journal of MultiDisciplinary Evaluation

Periodic Table of Evaluation ~ Michael Quinn Patton ~ 2024/08/22 ~ Transcript

We’ll be using Zoom to host the discussion.

Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Where: Zoom - REGISTER HERE

Contact for Questions:

Michelle Vanchu-Orosco & Ashley Rakoff, Vancouver Island Coordinators, CESBC

cesbc.vanisle@gmail.com | evaluationbc.ca

Lower Mainland Social In-Person Meet-Up

We’re pleased to invite you to our first social event of 2026, taking place in a cozy Vancouver pub.

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming evening where you can connect with fellow evaluation professionals, expand your network, and exchange ideas. Whether you are experienced in the field, just starting out, or simply interested in learning more, this event offers a great opportunity to meet like-minded individuals. So, mark your calendars, drop in, say hi, and let's make this a night to remember.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Please RSVP if you can so we can reserve table space.

Date: Wednesday April 15, 2026 

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Location: Lions Pub, 888 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6C 0A7

Curious or Have Questions? Please reach out to:

Karsang & Bindu, Lower Mainland Coordinators: cesbc.lowermain@gmail.com

Enjoy a conversation with your fellow evaluation practitioners as we explore and discuss AI:

• How are you using it presently?

• What are your concerns regarding this technology?

This will be an open discussion where participants can share their experiences and learn from each other.

We will be using Zoom to host this discussion.

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

Time: 11 am-12:30 pm

Location: Zoom Registration

If you have any questions, please contact Holly DiMaggio, Interior/Okanagan Coordinator at CESBCInterior@gmail.com

Looking to expand your local evaluation network? Enjoy a conversation with your fellow evaluation practitioners during an online networking event. This is a great opportunity to:

• Connect with local evaluators and researchers

• Share your experiences and perspectives on evaluation work across the Island

• Explore current challenges, emerging trends, and what evaluation means in your work

• Build new connections within the evaluation community on Vancouver Island

Whether you are an experienced evaluator, new to the field, or simply interested in learning more about evaluation, we welcome you to join the conversation.

We’ll be using Zoom to host the discussion.

Date: Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026

Time: 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Where: Zoom - REGISTER HERE

Contact for Questions:

Michelle Vanchu-Orosco & Ashley Rakoff, Vancouver Island Coordinators, CESBC

cesbc.vanisle@gmail.com | evaluationbc.ca

Enjoy a conversation with your fellow evaluation practitioners during an online networking event:

• Meet new evaluators.

• Discuss your unique experiences as evaluators in the Interior.

• Make new contacts in the field.

Anyone with an interest in evaluation is welcome to join the session!

We’ll be using Zoom meeting to host the discussion.

Date: Thursday, Jan 22, 2026

Time: 6pm to 7pm

Where: Zoom - REGISTER HERE

If you have any questions, please contact Holly DiMaggio, Interior/Okanagan Coordinator at CESBC.Interior@gmail.com

Student & Emerging Evaluators Network (SEEN) Networking In Person Meet-Up

PLEASE RSVP SO WE HAVE AN IDEA OF NUMBERS AND TO ADVISE ON CHANGE OF LOCATION IF THE WEATHER IS NOT CONDUCIVE TO BEING ON THE BEACH

Are you working in the field of evaluation, looking to meet other evaluation enthusiasts? Come join us for a fun-filled evening of connections at Kitsilano Beach, or nearby!

• Connect with professionals, experts, and enthusiasts in the field of evaluation.

• Network in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

• Grow your community and gain valuable insights.

Whether you're a seasoned evaluator or new/emerging evaluator, this event is an opportunity to expand your network, exchange ideas, and ignite collaborations!

Curious or Have Questions? Reach out to:

• Megan, SEEN Coordinator: emergingevaluators.bc@gmail.com

See you there, ready to connect, learn, and inspire!

Date: September 24, 2025 
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Location: Kitsilano Beach, Vancouver : Grassy area between Lot 66 and the Hadden park public washroom. [Alternate location will be provided if needed]

This event is free—please bring your own picnic blanket or chair, along with any food or drinks you’d like to enjoy.

Vancouver Island Meet & Greet with CES Conference Watch Party

Join us for happy hour from 4pm-5pm at Moxies on Yates St., Victoria to meet your Vancouver Island coordinators and other local evaluators, researchers, and like-minded individuals.

Stick around to view the CES National presentation of Steve Jacob's presentation "What competencies do evaluators need in the age of artificial intelligence?".

Stay as long or short as you want. Appetizers provided. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Free for CESBC Members, $5 for non-members.

Only 25 spaces! Please cancel if you cannot attend. 

Curious or Have Questions? Please reach out to:

Michelle & Ashley, Vancouver Island Coordinators: CESBC.VanIsle@gmail.com

Date: Thursday May 22, 2025 
Time: 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Moxies, 1010 Yates St Suite 1, Victoria, BC V8V 3M6

We will be watching this session from the 2025 CES National Conference: "What competencies do evaluators need in the age of artificial intelligence"

We will also be celebrating the one-year anniversary of The Evaluation Couch podcast, hosted by CESBC member, Maria Montenegro.

CESBC Arts & Social Meet-Up

Togetherheads Studio, 114 E 4th Ave #22 (in the Alley)

Join us for a fun - and free - evening of giggles, schmoozing & art making. Network and make friends with evaluators. Students and new evaluators welcome!

Make a collage with us and see how arts-based methods fit in evaluation. No artistic skills are required, and absolutely no judgement on quality.

Between free food, friends and fun, this is functionally a birthday party. Just bring your lovely self!