ÿþ<html> <title>Canadian Special Events</title> <head> <link rel="stylesheet" href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/css/main.css" type="text/css"> </head> <BODY background="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/tile.gif" MARGINWIDTH=0 LEFTMARGIN=0 MARGINHEIGHT=0 TOPMARGIN=0> <a name="top"></a> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700" align="center" bgcolor="ffffff"> <tr> <td> <table height="149" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td valign="top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="10" BORDER="0"><br></td> </TR> <TR> <td valign="top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top1.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="149" BORDER="0" alt="Canadian Event Perspective Magazine"><br></td> </TR> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="184" valign="top" background="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/side_spacer3.gif"><font class="bodytext"> <table border="0" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0" width="184"> <tr> <td><font class="bodytext_large"> <br><b> <ul> <li><a href="#art1">Canadian Biz Buzz</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#art11">Ideas</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#artcseme">CSEME 2006</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#artspeaker">Call For Speakers</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#art5">The Hot List</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#artsevent">The Event Plan</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#art8">Meeting Spaces</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#art7">Job Board</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#art6">Star Awards Call for Entries</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#art12">Address Book</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#art13">Save the Date</a><br><br></li> <li><a href="#artfeed">Feedback</a><br><br></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </table> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/side_spacer2.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="184" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> <br><br> </td> <td width="19" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="19" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="463" valign="top"><font class="bodytext_intro"> <br><Br> <p>Welcome to Canadian Event Perspective Magazine (CEP) online. This e-version of Canada's <b>premier</b> national event publication keeps you in the know and up to date on the hottest trends and meeting industry buzz in Canada. Find out what's hot and where to buy it, what's happening with Canada's industry associations and so much more. <p>Each section gives you highlights of the articles you want to read, simply click on the links to read the full version. We hope you enjoy CEP Online and we look forward to continuing to be the <b>leading source of news for the Canadian events & meetings Industry.</b> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="463"> <tr> <td width="50%" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_queen2.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="314" HEIGHT="143" BORDER="0"> <p>Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh visited the City of Calgary on Wednesday, May 25th as part of Alberta s Centennial Celebration. Ken Kristoffersen CEO of XV Events, current Canadian Event Producer of the Year (Star Awards), and Carter McCrae events were hired to assist the Protocol Committee at the City of Calgary for the Queens Royal Visit. To be asked to work on such a high profile event is quite an honor for both companies. It offered them.... <p><a href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/CEP/online_5_1.html">Click here to read the full story &#187;</a> </td> <td width="2%"><font class="bodytext"> </td> <td width="48%" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_queen.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="148" HEIGHT="360" BORDER="1"> </td> </tr> </table> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.dreamworldbackdrops.com/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_dream.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.tsevents.com/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_tse.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br> <a name="art1"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_biz.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="48" BORDER="0"> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_em.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_table.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_ec.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Calgary & Toronto</b></font> <br>At the ISES Esprit Awards in August, <b>e=mc2 event management inc.</b> captured the award for Entertainment Production under $30,000 USD for the Calgary Cares 2004  Seasons performance. <p><b>Table Talk</b>, Calgary s premier décor company, was honored with the award for Social Event Planning under $50,000 USD for their  Hip to be Square transformation of the Banff Springs into a modern contemporary setting for a fabulous wedding. <p>Toronto s <b>Eclectic Events International</b> won the award for Corporate Event Planning: Budget $0 - $50,000 USD for their event "Viva Italia" which they had 3 days from concept to execution to plan. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_sarah.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Vancouver</b></font> <br><b>Sea to Sky Meeting Management Inc</b> in Vancouver has been selected as Meeting Professionals International s 2005 Category 1 (Meetings/events with budgets up to US$1,000 per attendee) Global Paragon Award winner. They are the first Canadian company to win a Paragon Award for their work on the Conference on Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering. Sarah Lowis is President and CEO. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_chuck.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Ottawa</b></font> <br>MPI Ottawa honored <b>Chuck E. Schouwerwou, CMP</b>, with the  Mentor of the Year Award, given to recognize an MPI Ottawa Member who has demonstrated an outstanding ability to inspire and educate other Chapter members. Chuck received the beautiful Prix Prestige Award along with a $500 certificate towards continuing education. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_cal.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Calgary</b></font> <br><b>Calgary TELUS Convention Centre</b> (CTCC) is the first building in Calgary and the province of Alberta, Canada to be certified  BOMA Go Green in recognition of responsible environmental practices in building operations. For more information contact <a href="mailto:lindab@calgary-convention.com">lindab@calgary-convention.com</a>. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Calgary</b></font> <br><b>e=mc2 event management inc.</b> has expanded their operations to include a permanent office in Banff, Alberta. Jocelyn Flanagan, chief executive officer of e=mc2, announced that <b>Erin O Reilly</b> has been appointed to oversee the Banff operation. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_bel.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Vancouver</b></font> <br><b>Speakers Spotlight</b> announces the opening of their Western Canadian office in Vancouver, and the appointment of <b>Belinda Miller-Foey</b> as Vice President, Western Operations. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_hilton.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Toronto</b></font> <br><b>Hilton International</b> announces the immediate appointment of <b>Armin Schroecker</b>, general manager of the Hilton Toronto, to the position of regional director  Canada. In his new role Armin oversees the operations of the five Hilton International hotels in Canada, while he continues managing the Hilton Toronto. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_fire.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Vancouver</b></font> <br><b>Maxwest/Fireworks</b> announce the appointment of Sandi Swanigan as new Manager, Proposal Services. Sandi has over 15 years of local and international management experience including Japan, USA and Canada. Creative, articulate and meticulous, Sandi is a strong addition to Max West/Fireworks team who will undoubtedly provide the solid foundation to the next request you have for an unforgettable Canadian experience. email: <a href="mailto:marketing@maximumwest.com">marketing@maximumwest.com</a> phone: (604) 899-1070 web: <A href="http://www.fireworksgroup.com" target="_blank">www.fireworksgroup.com</a> </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_pm.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Calgary</b></font> <br><b>PM GIGS</b> received an industry nomination for  Agency of the Year from the Western Canadian Music Awards. This is the fourth consecutive year PM GIGS has received a WCMA nomination in this category. PM Gigs, founded in 2001, has established itself booking artists exclusively residing in Western Canada. PM GIGS employed over 1000 independent musicians in the past year representing all musical styles and instrumentation. <a href="http://www.westerncanadianmusicawards.ca/" target="_blank">www.westerncanadianmusicawards.ca</a> </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_biz_quebec.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Quebec</b></font> <br>Over 100 journalists from Canada, Asia, Europe, and Latin America will convene in Québec City in 2008. The <b>Québec City and Area Tourism Bureau</b> is very happy with the joint Canadian Commission on Tourism and Tourism Industry Association of Canada decision to hold the July 2008 edition of the annual Carrefour GoMedia Canada Marketplace event at the <b>Fairmont Le Château Frontenac</b>, during Québec City s 400th anniversary celebrations. General information on the Carrefour GoMedia Canada Marketplace event is available on the <a href="http://www.media.gomediacanada.com/" target="_blank">GoMedia Canada website</a>. </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p align="right"><a href="#top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="22" BORDER="0"></a> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.astronomicalevents.com/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_astro.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.signsplus.ca/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_signs.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br> <a name="art11"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_ideas.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="48" BORDER="0"> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"><br> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_30.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="628" HEIGHT="232" BORDER="0"><br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="433" valign="Top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>Money makes the world go around. When it comes to meeting planning, money can probably get you whatever you want. However, few event planners have the luxury of an unlimited budget. Your boss may like to drink champagne on a beer budget, in other words, caution you to spend less, but expect miracles at the same time. Preparing and managing a realistic budget is serious business, but to score  big boss points you also need to be a savvy negotiator and cost-cutting specialist. To help you on your way, here are 30 tips in a variety of different areas to keep your meeting expenses at a minimum without losing the quality. <p><A href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/CEP/online_5_2.html">Click here to read the full story »</a> </td> <td width="11"><font class="bodytext"> </td> <td width="186" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_30.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="186" HEIGHT="160" BORDER="0"><br> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p align="right"><a href="#top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="22" BORDER="0"></a> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p 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width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"><br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_hot_venue.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font color="red" size="3"><b>Venue:</b></font> <p><b>Skybar</b> <br>The funky outdoor patio on the roof of the massive government entertainment complex in Queen's Quay. Sky Bar is the sexiest and most sophisticated of all the Gunernments spaces - both in terms of décor, and patrons. Dashing Armani-suited men go toe-to-toe with cute Versace-clad babes on the soft couches or vie for attention at the bar. For special events this is by far Toronto's most beautiful patio with an amazing view of the Toronto skyline. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_hot_caterer.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font color="red" size="3"><b>Caterer:</b></font> <p><b>Events by Epicuria</b> <br>Events by Epicuria has been created by combining experienced professional staff and years of knowledge. Events provides innovative menus, quality rentals, experienced service staff including chefs, servers and bartenders and of course decor to compliment your food and enhance the surroundings and experience. Whether your event is a wedding for 150, a cocktail reception for 400 or a dinner party in your home for 30, our goal is to create and provide a memorable experience, to please you and excite your guests. For more info visit their website <a href="http://www.epicuria.ca/">www.epicuria.ca</a> </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_hot_entertainer.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font color="red" size="3"><b>Entertainment:</b></font> <p><b>U Rock</b> <br>U Rock is a relationship building activity for meetings and events where participants form a band, learn to play real instruments, and perform in a live show dressed in costumes. It's a memorable experience that energizes and inspires participants, offering a unique opportunity to play in a rock & roll band. Battle of the Airbands transforms participants into instant rock stars. Guests are formed into bands, dressed in rock star costumes and take the stage to lip-sync and perform to classic rock and pop songs. Costumes and accessories are provided as well as prop instruments. Entertaining for participants and audience alike. <a href="http://www.RocktheStars.com">www.rockthestars.com</a> </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_hot_education.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="150" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font color="red" size="3"><b>Education:</b></font> <p><b>Sales Gurus Speak Out</b> <br>Fifteen Top Sales Experts Share Their Insights on Sales Success. Contributing Author  Bob Urichuck <p>Sales Gurus Speak Out is the sixth book in the best-selling Experts Who Speak book series. A "Guru" is someone who is a teacher and mentor and always a trusted counselor. A "Guru" is a leader in their field and recognized as an innovator with the driving force to propel others forward. Here you will find fifteen of the top sales trainers, coaches and consultants  experts chosen by the editors to provide you with essential information in a streamlined, easy-to-use format. <p>This new book is a goldmine of information and expertise geared to put you, your business and your bottom-line on a new trajectory for success. The choice is yours - to remain where you are or move forward. Purchase Sales Gurus Speak Out for $24.95 and receive 25 Positive Business Minutes (Audio CD) valued at $25.00, at no additional charge! <a href="http://www.bobu.com/learning.aspx?Section=UYB">Click here for more info.</a> </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_hot_destination.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font color="red" size="3"><b>Destination:</b></font> <p><b>Prince Edward Island</b> <br>Meetings Prince Edward Island, in partnership with Tourism PEI, developed the Employee Convention Hosting Opportunities (ECHO) program to further strengthen Prince Edward Island as a premiere meeting and convention destination. ECHO s mandate is to encourage and assist with hosting a meeting or event on Prince Edward Island and provides support throughout the entire process. <p>Services include: assistance with bid proposals, meet with local board or planning committee; gather proposals for accommodations, meeting space, suggestions for social and companion programs, off- site functions and transportation, entertainment ideas, and gifts for delegates or speakers. A variety of tools are also available to help make planning as simple as possible. ECHO is available every step of the way to ensure a successful meeting. For more information, contact Jo-Ann Thomsen, ECHO Program Manager, at (902) 368-4237 or email: <a href="mailto:jfthomsen@gov.pe.ca">jfthomsen@gov.pe.ca</a>. </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_hot_theme.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font color="red" size="3"><b>Theme:</b></font> <p><b>Heaven and Hell</b> <br>Get to those big shiny pearly gates you have made it to Heaven. Angels and cherubs standing by to serve you silver fluted champagne. Harps and Flutes play in the background. Silver and white are everywhere you look and the golden throne sits atop a rotating stage. Biblical images awash the walls and the environment is peace and harmony. The RED devils assistants summon you to dinner with trumpets and awful horns and you are ushered into a HOT glowing room. Flashes and lasers in flaming colors are everywhere and a hard rock band lashes out music from a fiery stage. Its one HELL of a party& & </td> </tr> </table> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_hot_suppliers.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="75" BORDER="1"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p><font color="red" size="3"><b>Supplier:</b></font> <p><b>Bravo Awards</b> <br>Recognition made easy in 3 simple steps. Stunning custom designed awards in stone and glass and unique materials designed to make your w award stand out above the rest. Go to Bravos online Catalogue at bravoawards.net, tell them what you want, send a sketch if you like, explain your idea and your custom design concept is on the way to you. Its that simple. From there, they work with you to refine your ideas and create the perfect recognition award. Easy as 1.2.3. <a href="http://www.bravoawards.net/">www.bravoawards.net</a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p align="right"><a href="#top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="22" BORDER="0"></a> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_onlinetools.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br> <a name="artevent"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/eventplan.html"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_eventplan.jpg" WIDTH="612" HEIGHT="542" BORDER="0"></a> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/eventplan.html"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_eventplan2.gif" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="42" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br><br> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.fosterwalkergifts.com/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_foster.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br> <a name="art8"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_meeting.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="48" BORDER="0"> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"><br> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>The Carlu named 20th in sixth annual PROFIT HOT 50 ranking</b></font> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <br><i>Special events venue scores in top tier in emerging growth companies</i> <p>The Carlu -- Toronto s renowned special events venue and Canada s best example of recent heritage restoration -- is honoured to announce it has been named 20th in the sixth annual PROFIT HOT 50 ranking by PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success. The PROFIT HOT 50 is the definitive ranking of Canada s emerging growth companies. Published in the September issue of PROFIT and online at PROFITguide.com, the PROFIT HOT 50 ranks young firms by two-year revenue growth. This is the first year The Carlu has been named, showing 351 per cent revenue growth... <p><A href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/CEP/online_5_3.html">Click here to read the full story »</a> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="100" valign="top"> <Br> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_carlu1.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="86" HEIGHT="115" BORDER="1"><br> </td> </tr> </table> <p align="right"><a href="#top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="22" BORDER="0"></a> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.decorwithgrandeurinc.com/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_grand.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br> <a name="art7"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_job.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="48" BORDER="0"> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"><br> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>CSEA</b></font> <br>CSAE is seeking a Director, Events to successfully manage a portfolio of leading forums including a major conference, a major trade show, educational summits, workshops and seminars. <p>The position is based in Toronto and reports to the CEO. The Director, Events manages a budget of approximately $1 million, one employee, and several contractors. Please submit a detailed outline of your experience specifically addressing CSAE s needs, and include a statement of salary expectations, by October 14, 2005, to: <p>Leader Quest Inc. Attention: Jack Shand, CAE csae@jobexperts.com fax: 905.842.8275 - For more information about CSAE, please visit <A href="http://www.csae.com">www.csae.com</a> <br><br><br> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Louis Gervais Fine Foods & Catering</b></font> <br>Louis Gervais is seeking a Catering Sales Representative. Owned and operated by Executive Chef Louis Gervais since 1998, Louis Gervais Fine Foods and Catering offers unequaled service and selection in catering to the special event needs of discriminating individuals and companies who have an appreciation for fine cuisine and custom service. We are seeking a motivated individual to help us grow our business. <p>Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Identify prospects and conduct regular sales calls. </li> <li>Maintain, and continue development of the company database.</li> <li>Build relationships with corporate and private clients.</li> <li>Prepare contract proposals and quotes for existing and prospective clients.</li> <li>Identify and recommend opportunities for promoting Louis Gervais Fine Foods & Catering.</li> </ul> <p>Compensation package will include a base salary and commission on sales.Please apply by October 14th, 2005 to: <p>Email: <a href="mailto:louis@louisgervais.com">louis@louisgervais.com</a> <br>Fax: 604 980-2757. No phone calls please. <br>Website: <a href="http://www.louisgervais.com">www.louisgervais.com</a> <br><br><br> <p align="right"><a href="#top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="22" BORDER="0"></a> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.hollynorth.com/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_hollynorth2.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br> <a name="art6"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_star.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="48" BORDER="0"> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"><br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="50%"><font class="bodytext"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_award2.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="314" HEIGHT="104" BORDER="0"> <p>The CEIA is a national award program which recognizes outstanding achievements in Canadian special events, meeting management, conference planning and exhibition management. The program is open to any Canadian company that has produced an event or qualifying element of an event within the eligibility period. Membership in any particular association is NOT a prerequisite. <p>Any Canadian-based company which has produced an event or qualifying element of an event between January 1, 2005 and December 31, 2005. All entries must be received by February 1st 2006 in order to qualify. <p>A minimum of two nominees in each award category will be selected from the entries submitted and The CSEME National Advisory Council will complete the final judging. Winners will be announced at the Gala Awards Dinner held March 24, 2006, in Toronto: <p><b>Be sure to read the NEW rules for submissions. BINDERS are no longer accepted</b> </td> <td width="2%"><font class="bodytext"> </td> <td width="48%" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <a href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/ceia/documents/new%20Call%20for%20entry05.pdf" target="_blank"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_call.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="300" HEIGHT="388" BORDER="1"></a><br> <a href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/ceia/documents/new%20Call%20for%20entry05.pdf" target="_blank"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_call2.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="300" HEIGHT="47" BORDER="0"></a><br> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p align="right"><a href="#top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="22" BORDER="0"></a> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.laurelpoint.com/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_laurel.jpg" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.isescanada.ca/"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_ises.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p align="center"><a href="mailto:stacy@canadianspecialevents.com"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_blurb1.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br><br> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A href="http://www.magiclight.net"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/banners/banner_magic.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="540" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0"></a> <br><br> <a name="art12"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <tr> <td> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <br> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/title_address.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="48" BORDER="0"> </td> </tr> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="700"> <TR> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="40" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="40" HEIGHT="20" BORDER="0"> </td> <td width="628" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"><br> <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Ronnie Caplan</b></font> <br>Ronnie Caplan, longtime Toronto producer has moved to Los Angeles, California effective September 6, 2005, to assume the position of Creative Director at the award winning. <br><a href="mailto:rcaplan@extraordinaryevents.net">rcaplan@extraordinaryevents.net</a> <Br>13425 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 300 Sherman Oaks, California 91423 <p><font size="3" color="red"><b>Incredible Novelties Inc.</b></font> <br>Incredible Novelties Inc. moved as to 155 West Beaver Creek Road, Unit 9 Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 1E1 <Br><a href="http://www.incrediblenovelties.com">www.incrediblenovelties.com</a> <br>Telephone Number: (905) 881-9900 <br>Fax: (905) 881-9434 <br><br><br> <p align="right"><a href="#top"><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/top.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="22" BORDER="0"></a> </td> <td width="17" valign="top"> <IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/spacer.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="17" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0"> </td> </TR> </table> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/dots.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="700" HEIGHT="14" BORDER="0"><br> <p align="center"><A 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class="bodytext"><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_ises.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>October 19, 2005 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>Trends in the Industry</b></font> <br>Presented by ISES Vancouver <br>Rocky Montaineer Train Station <br><a href="http://www.isesvancouver.com">www.isesvancouver.com</a> to register </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_mpi.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>October 23 - 27, 2005 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>CMM InSTITUTES SITES</b></font> <br>Presented by MPI BC <br>Fairmont Chateau Whistler, British Columbia, Canada <br><a href="http://www.mpiweb.org">www.mpiweb.org</a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_cses.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>October 26, 2005 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>Annual AGM & Member Table Top Displays</b></font> <br>Presented by CSES BC <br>5:30pm-8:00pm <br>Rocky Mountaineer Vacation Station <br>1755 Cottrell Street, Vancouver <br>On-site parking available. <br><a href="http://cses.ca/email/index.html">Click here for more details</a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG 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Learn how to plan and event from concept to execution using real life examples and hands on training. <br><A href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/eventplan.html">Click here for details</a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>November 26th, 2005 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>CSES, ISES, MPI, WAEM & PCMA Christmas Party</b></font> <br>Hycroft Mansion, Vancouver BC </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_csae.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>November 14 - 18th, 2005 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>Governance Summit - Vancouver</b></font> <br>A CSAE Program <br>This one-day seminar reviews the trends, best practices and behaviours that successful leadership teams are using to create and sustain future success. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver. Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. <br><a href="mailto:rita@csae.com">rita@csae.com</a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_mpi.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>January 22 - 24, 2006 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>The 2006 Professional Education Conference-North America</b></font> <br>Presented by MPI <br>The 2006 Professional Education Conference-North America <br>Charlotte, North Carolina. <br><a href="http://www.MPIweb.org">www.MPIweb.org</a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_star.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>February 1, 2006 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>Deadline for entries to CEIA Star Awards</b></font> <br>The CEIA is a national award program which recognizes outstanding achievements in Canadian special events, meeting management, conference planning and exhibition management. The program is open to any Canadian company that has produced an event or qualifying element of an event within the eligibility period. Membership in any particular association is NOT a prerequisite. <br><a href="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/ceia/ceia_home.html">Click here for details</a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_cep.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>February 22-23, 2006 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>Vancouver Special Events Show</b></font> <br>VSES  What s hot in event scene in the Olympic City? Find out what s cutting edge, which suppliers are the most creative, learn from leading local and national event pros, find affordable event solutions during these two days of high energy, action packed seminars and events, culminating in a lively business-to-business networking trade show. info@canadianspecialevents.com </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_national.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="180" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>March 22 - 23, 2006 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>Canadian Special Events & Meetings Expo  The National Conference</b></font> <br>CSESE is now Canada's National conference designed for Canadians planning, supplying and producing events, meetings and trade shows. Join planners, buyers and suppliers from Halifax to Vancouver at CSEME 2006, the National Conference and experience the most entertaining, effective and inspirational education and networking event in the business. </td> </tr> </table> <br><br><br> <p><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="628"> <tr> <td width="100" valign="top"> <p><IMG SRC="http://www.canadianspecialevents.com/news/cep5/images/photo_logo_star.gif" ALIGN="TOP" WIDTH="100" HEIGHT="100" BORDER="0"><br> </td> <td width="10"> </td> <td width="518" valign="top"><font class="bodytext"> <p>March 24, 2006 <br><font color="red" size="2"><b>Star Awards Gala</b></font> <br>Join us as 30 of Canada's finest event professionals are honored with a Star Award for their exceptional work in 2005. 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