OPBA’s CPPB Prep Course is Open for Registration!
Registration closes April 2, 2025
As a recognized training partner of the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC), the Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA) has developed this two-day examination preparation course based on the BoK-C. Led by a qualified instructor, the course will cover the six (6) domain areas which comprise the BoK-C for the CPPB exam. The course will help learners understand their strengths and the areas that require additional focus. If you are unsure if you are eligible to write the CPPB exam, please contact UPPCC.
OPBA Events + Courses
Explore our exciting lineup of events and educational courses, including the Principles of Effective Public Procurement Certificate Program, designed to bring together industry professionals, foster collaboration, and provide valuable insights into public procurement and beyond. Stay informed, grow your network, and discover new opportunities. See course pricing below:
Registration Fee | Principles* Courses | RFPs - A Step by Step Guide for Public Procurement Professionals | Supplier Performance | CPPB Exam Prep Course |
Member | $231.75 + HST | $309.00 + HST $349.17 total | $175.10 + HST $197.86 total | $425.00 + HST $480.25 total |
Non-Member | $283.25 + HST $320.07 total | $360.50 + HST $407.37 total | $231.75 + HST $261.88 total | $525.00 + HST $593.25 total |
*Principles courses include: Introduction to Public Procurement, Procurement and the Law, Risk Management, Competitive Bidding, Advanced Competitive Bidding, Co-operative Procurement, Introduction to Procurement for Construction, Advanced Procurement for Construction, Principles Exam Prep Course
Principles Certificate Courses
Principles - Introduction to Construction (Virtual)
March 19 - 20, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Virtual Learning
Registration closes Wednesday, March 12, 2025
DESCRIPTION
The Introduction to Construction is an elective of t...
Principles - Risk Management (Virtual)
March 19 - 20, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Virtual Learning
Registration closes Wednesday, March 12, 2025
DESCRIPTION
This course examines the various iss...
Principles - Procurement and the Law (Virtual)
March 26 - 27, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Virtual Learning
Registration closes Wednesday, March 19, 2025
DESCRIPTION
In this course the mysteries of t...
Public Procurement Specialties Courses
RFPs - A Step by Step Guide for Public Procurement Professionals (Virtual)
March 12 - 13, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Virtual Learning
Registration closes Wednesday, March 5, 2025
DESCRIPTION
In this course, participants will un...
Supplier Performance (Virtual)
March 14, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Virtual Learning
Registration closes Thursday, March 6, 2025
DESCRIPTION
Contractor/Supplier/Consultant (...
NIGP
Buyers Meeting
Procurement Specialists Meeting (formerly Buyers Meeting)
Mon, Apr 28, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Virtual Event
Registration closes: Thursday, April 24, 2025.
We have rebranded the "Buyers Meeting" to ...
People Leaders Meeting
Friday, May 30, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Virtual Event
Registration closes: Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Join us for a unique and inclusive gathering of p...
Procurement Specialists Meeting (formerly Buyers Meeting)
Monday, June 23, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET
Virtual Event
Registration closes on June 20, 2025, 12:00 PM ET.
Join us quarterly for an inclusive gathering of proc...
OPBA Ignite
How Procurement Divisions in Government Can Invoke Change in Buying Behaviors
May 21, 2025 - 10 AM ET
Virtual Event
Registration closes on May 19, 2025
We will explore how government procurement divisions can play a pivotal role in drivi...
Annual Events
OPBA 67th Annual Conference
Save the date!
Conference: September 17 - 19, 2025 | Pre-Conference Sessions: September 16, 2025
Where: Nottawasaga Inn Resort & Conference Centre
Don’t miss this oppor...