CAFAE Monthly Connection - January 2026
- Marcia O'Connor
- Jan 1
- 3 min read
CAFAE Monthly Connection
January 2026 | Canadian Association for Facilities & Asset Education (CAFAE) As we welcome the new year, we hope you enjoyed a restful holiday season filled with meaningful time with family, friends, and loved ones. A new year brings fresh energy, renewed focus, and opportunities to reflect on where we’ve been, and where we’re headed.
At CAFAE, 2026 marks an exciting chapter as we continue to build momentum around applied education, professional development, and collaboration within Canada’s facilities and asset management community. Whether you’re setting new goals, strengthening existing skills, or exploring new directions in your career, we’re honoured to be part of your professional journey this year.
We look forward to learning, connecting, and growing together in the months ahead.
— Marcia O’Connor Academic Director, CAFAE ______________🏆 CAFAE Featured ArticlesThe Case for Continuous Learning
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Your experience can play an important role in shaping practical, relevant education for the next generation of FM and AM professionals.
______________📅 Upcoming January 2026 Events & CoursesWe’re pleased to share our Winter 2026 course and webinar offerings, developed in response to the evolving demands of today’s facilities and asset management landscape. Each course is delivered as a focused, live workshop series designed to build practical, job-relevant skills that are immediately applicable.
Visit the CAFAE website to explore full course descriptions and registration details. Please continue to check back as additional courses and programs are added throughout the season. Course / Workshop
Work, Life & Well-Being (Webinar) Date & Time (EST)
Jan. 14, 2026 12:00–1:00 pm Registration Link
Accessibility for Indigenous Communities and Organizations Jan 19–Feb 09, 2026 Evenings University of Toronto SCS – Facilities Management (3302) Jan 20–Apr 21, 2026 Learn More About CAFAE (Info Session) Jan 21, 2026 6:30–7:30 pm Move from Reactive to Proactive Maintenance Using Data Analytics and AI Feb 03, 2026 3:00–6:00 pm Strengthen your People Skills Feb 05, 2026 3:00–6:00 pm Budget Essential Workshop Feb 11, 2026 3:00–6:00 pm Explore ProgramsCurrent Course Offerings!
______________🎓 Resources & LearningFacilities Management Trends for 2026 — Explore key predictions for how FM roles, data analytics, hybrid work, and operational strategy will evolve this year.
2026 Global Facility Management Trends & Insights — A global perspective on emerging trends like sustainability, technology integration, and the changing role of FM professionals. As we begin the year ahead, we encourage you to take steps toward growth, learning, and balance, both professionally and personally. We’re grateful to have you as part of the CAFAE community and look forward to what we will accomplish together in 2026. Keep In Touch
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