What is a Learning Exchange Workshop?

Learning Exchange Workshops (LEWs) bring people together to discuss and share experiences, information, and current practices on topics related to animal care and training. 

A LEW is different from a presentation. The facilitators introduce the topic and then everyone present — from professionals to those just learning — is encouraged to offer suggestions, to explain what worked/didn't work for them in a similar situation, to outline what they have read, to raise questions, etc. The facilitators collect and organise the input from the participants to guide the discussions and demonstrations that follow.

Over the years, these workshops have been implemented successfully by PACTA BC members and enthusiasts in a variety of locations throughout British Columbia. They are open to the public and a free benefit of being a PACTA BC member.

Watch our News page and Events page for upcoming LEWs.