Leadershift: Conflict Conversations Application

Program Description:

Conflict happens everywhere and is a normal and natural part of any workplace, and can actually be an opportunity for growth and deeper connection with others.

If we try to avoid difficult conversations we could be missing out on these opportunities for improved working relationships, decision-making or overall productivity and innovation. The self-awareness and communication skills to effectively lean into conversations is one of the most important leadership abilities that positivity impacts the workplace.

This program is for VCH leaders looking to deepen self-awareness and how to adapt in conflict situations, and how to start and hold difficult conversations for improved relationships.

*Conflict Conversations is part of our Leadershift Cohort Program series. Please click here to learn more.*

Please read before you apply:

1.) Due to a high volume of applications, you will not receive a confirmation email once you submit your application.
2.) Remember to fully complete your application before submitting it, or it will be labelled as 'incomplete.'
3.) All applicants will be notified of their admission status after applications close via an email from leadershipdevelopment@vch.ca [you can view the date of when applications close on the Conflict Conversations Learning Hub page].
4.) Please also keep in mind all vacations/out of office dates you may have in your calendar 2-3 weeks after applications close, as this is within the time frame of when you will receive your admission status via email. Please set up your automatic replies on your Outlook if you know you will not be checking your VCH email during this time. You could also add in your personal email [that you check frequently] in addition to your VCH email below, where we can send your admission status to both emails.
5.) Please note that if we do not hear back from you [accepting your seat in the program] via reply email within the 2-3 week timeframe, we will not be able to guarantee you a spot in the program.
Program Schedule
Winter 2026 Cohort:
Module Topic Date Time Delivery
1 Introduction to Workplace Conflict Thursday, January 22nd, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm Microsoft Teams
2 Awareness of Self in Conflict Thursday, February 5th, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm Microsoft Teams
3 Effective Communication Skills Thursday, February 19th, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm Microsoft Teams
4 Framing the Conversation Thursday, March 5th, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm Microsoft Teams
5 Prepare for Conversations Thursday, March 19th, 2026 9:00am - 12:30pm Microsoft Teams
Learning Lab [Optional] Learning Lab [Optional] TBD TBD [1 hour] Microsoft Teams


Please note:

- As one session builds on to the next, full participation is required to complete the program. By applying, you are committing to attend all sessions.
- An optional Learning Lab will also be offered at the end of the program, which will give you and your Conflict Conversations peers a chance to go over any strategies or challenges you are currently facing.
Application Information

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* Your information:

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* Your Community of Care: 

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* What is your span of leadership? What are your key leadership responsibilities?

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* Why are you interested in joining this program? What are the conflicts / challenges you are facing in your leadership role?

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* Where are you at in your leadership development journey?  
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* Please let us know what other Leadership Development programs you have applied to that take place in Winter 2026:

Next Steps
We have limited number of seats available and we will do our best to create a balanced cohort of leaders from each Community of Care. We will reach out to you and confirm your participation via an email from leadership.development@vch.ca, and then send you all 5 Outlook Calendar Invitations.

If we are not able to offer you a seat in Winter 2026 cohort, we may reach out to you to invite you to future available cohorts.
If you have any questions about the program or the registration process please email us at leadershipdevelopment@vch.ca.
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