British Columbia has elected new local governments and a new provincial governing party just eight days apart. For public servants, these transitions raise important questions about providing non-partisan advice, adapting to new priorities, and maintaining continuity of public services.

Join IPAC Victoria for a timely panel discussion bringing together senior public service leaders, scholars, and local government practitioners to explore what happens behind the scenes when governments change.

From preparing transition briefings and building relationships with new leaders to supporting staff and preserving institutional knowledge, the conversation will draw on experiences from past transitions and offer practical insights for public administrators navigating the months ahead.

Our panelists include:

• Don Wright – Former Head of BC Public Service and Deputy Minister to the Premier

• David Zussman – Led Prime Minister Jean Chrétien's Government Transition Team

• Laurie Hurst – Former Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Esquimalt

• Evert Lindquist – Professor of Public Administration, University of Victoria

Moderated by Stewart Young, Partner, Public Sector Consulting, MNP.

This event is made possible with the generous support of MNP.