Vancouver: Greenscape Silk Design won the contract to work with Storyeum, the live interactive museum project underway in Gastown. This themed attraction for tourists and Vancouver residents alike, will highlight aspects of Canadian history, in it's 100,000 square ft, 1.5 hour guided theatre tour. Word has it there may be some fabulous venue space available for events. Stay tuned for an opening date of June 2004. Toronto: aNd Logistix welcomes two wonderful new additions to the aNd Logistix Inc. team - Tasha Van Rybroeck, Registration Coordinator and Cynthia D'Alo, Project Coordinator. Dana looks forward to great things from both ladies. North Vancouver: Sewell's Marina is proud to introduce its partnership with a new group tour for the North Shore named "The Best of the West" with Landsea Tours, Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain. Download the PDF >> International: MAC Meetings and Events is proud to announce the opening of two new regional offices in Canada and Dallas, Texas. Caroline Biron is Regional Manager-Canada and Sherry DeLaGarza is Manager of the Southwest Region. Sales and operations services will be provided in both marketplaces. For more information about MAC Meetings and Events, please contact Jennifer Knapp, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, 314-421-2005, jknapp@macmeetings.com. Click here for full story >> Toronto: Harald Thiel, President, Canadian Division of AVW-TELAV Audio Visual Solutions and I.S.T.S., The Simultaneous Interpretation Specialists, pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Lanchbury as Director of Sales, Toronto Branch. Click for more >> Toronto: JCI Hospitality Services Inc. has added the Pantages Suite Hotel & Spa to their collection of services. Pantages, in the heart of downtown Toronto - is a fashionable boutique hotel offering intimacy, luxury and style with 7,000 square feet in function space - all on one level - to accommodate 10-300 guests. Vancouver: Recently BL Design (a Vancouver based event design company) won CANSTRUCTION Vancouver. This is becoming a high profile competitive event that challenges company teams to build click to read more >> Stratford, Ontario: Stratford University has named Alice Conway, CSEP, as the Director of their new Graduate Certificate Program in Event Management. Ms. Conway is the founder and past president of The Greater Washington Chapter of International Special Events Society (ISES) and former president of ISEF, the educational foundation of ISES. She has served on the International Board of Directors of ISES, has taught and lectured.... click here for more >> Toronto: The Drum Café is coming to Toronto! The new Toronto office Director of Sales and Marketing is Rob Gray! From the beat to the mother's heart, echoing through the womb, to the first tribal campfires with their shamanic dancing, drumming is the primordial human sound. The Drum Cafe believes that in taking up a drum and nourishing our roots, we become the instruments of the beat…… click here for more >> Vancouver: John Les, Minister of Small Business and Economic Development introduced the Vancouver Tourism Levy Enabling Act in the Legislature. The Act, as introduced, will enable Tourism Vancouver to receive levies from tourism sectors in Vancouver who agree to participate in the levy program. Click here for full story >> Connecting Event and Meeting Planners with Industry Suppliers: CEP now offers our Online Guide & Tools, the ultimate event planning resource designed to aid corporate, non-profit and social planners in creating exceptional events. Now, with the click of a mouse, planners have access to a variety of comprehensive features including: a Resource Directory filled with national suppliers from 115 distinct categories; a request for quote service; highly informative planning tools, budget guidelines & checklists; the "My Events" online event registration service and a Job Centre, all presented in an easy-to-use format. Click here to visit our Online Guide & Tools >>

Canadian Event Planners take Top Honors at the 7th Annual Canadian Event Industry Awards Gala Friday April 30th Over 300 Canadian event and meeting professionals from across Canada gathered in style on Friday, April 30th at the 2004 Star Awards Gala. The black tie Gala, hosted by CEP Magazine and the Hyatt Regency Vancouver was a night of elegance and glamour. With a bevy of fantastic event sponsors the Gala shone with a stellar set, fabulous entertainment, gorgeous table design and a host of other great event components. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY >> Thank you to our generous sponsors for making this night a success: Hyatt Regency Vancouver Q1 Production Technologies Noteable Entertainment Eclipse Productions Pro Show Rentals Ltd. Curve Communications Coast Mountain Photo Pacific Show Productions Staged Right Entertainment Inflated Ideas Table Trends Minuteman Press Classy Formalwear Stardust Events Levy Show Services Sassabrass Thomas McPhee Glass Thank you to the following entertainers: Da Boyz Jenn Beaupre Show Stoppers Scott Barratt (MC) West Coast Contortionists Fire*Man Norma McKnight Elena Hope To view the winners of the event - click here >> To view and PURCHASE photos from the Gala see below COAST MOUNTAIN PHOTOGRAPHY, the CEIA Star Awards' official photographers, have posted all images of the big event on line for your review. Please click through to www.coastphoto.com and see the STAR Award icon on their home page to see the full gallery. Prints can be mailed within a few days of receipt of an order, and they will only post these images UNTIL May 31st, 2004. Please also see www.coastphoto.com for any information pertaining custom photo & video services for events anywhere in Western Canada, call 604-938-1468, or email brad@coastphoto.com for more information. Thank you very much.

Please update your records with new contact information for the following companies: Dave Roels -Convention and Portrait Photographer 925 Old Lillooet Rd. North Vancouver, BC V7J 2H7 604-733-9222 http://www.daveroels.com dave@daveroels.com Looking for great talent? Contact Brian Wilson Booking Agent, Performer, Cowguy Phone : (613) 860-1846 Mobile : (613) 862-4897 Toll Free : 1-877-COW-GUYS www.cowguys.com www.orbitalent.ca Eclectic Events International 208 Andona Cres., Toronto, ON M1C 5J8 Tel: 416-413-7887 Fax: 416-208-9100 CORRECTION: In the CSEME Show Guide for Toronto -The number for Arato Entertainment was wrong. Please see below for correct contact data. Arato Entertainment & Events Inc. www.aratoevents.com (905) 477-9926 Michael Rosen Plan-it Meeting & Special Occasion Planners Inc. 119 Pinewood Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6C 2V4

Music: Artists like Jenn Beaupre, Alisha Keyes, Joss Stone bring an elegant and stunning powerful presence to any gala or entertainment event. Here is a hint, don't use them for background music, it a waste. For background light music try a harpist like www.alisonvardy.com or a jazz trio such as one by www.gabrieljazz.com. Theme: Ruby Tuesday: Red as far as the eye can see. From glitter to glassware, linens, staff costumes, ice cubes, cocktails… Try accenting with gold charger plates and centers of ruby and gold gems and treasures. Use lighting to was the room in rich ruby and warm gold tones and top off the effect with Motown entertainment in what else - but red zoot suits. Catering: The Butler Did it Catering - The Butler Did It Catering Co. has grown to be much more than a supplier of great food. After thousands of catered functions, from the smallest corporate lunch to the most elaborate wedding, in almost every situation, event planning and coordination comes naturally to them. Fresh, innovatve, stylish, cutting edge, creatve, delicious…. All words to describe the Butler Did it. Next time you need a brilliant culinary experience for your guests, visit the Butler Did it. You will be glad you did. www.butlerdiditcatering.com Entertainer: The Wild Rosinis - Just named Canadian Entertainer of the Year, the Wild Rosinis are the answer for your comedy, hosting, event entertainment options. Corporate clients have been overjoyed at what this excellent duo has brought to their sessions. Combining twelve years of experience as entertainers with a thorough knowledge of the corporate marketplace and their university background, The Wild Rosinis make every event focused and successful. Click here to see for yourself www.wildrosinis.com Supplier: Want Amazing Event Images? - Giclee (pronouced gee-clay) is the finest art reproduction process available and is now the printing method of choice for museums, art galleries and artists who produce quality limited edition prints. Giclee printing is more than just a printing process. It is an entire reproduction process beginning with digitization your original or high quality transparency of your original through careful colour matching and proofing prior to the production of your first print. Giclee prints are made using only archival inks on acid free fine art papers. www.pixelplace.ca for information and pricing. Hotel: Intercontinental Toronto - 'A rich cultural mosaic' best describes Toronto. One of North America's premier centres of commerce and trade, its unique cultural diversity, sophistication and charm are the essence of this Metropolis. The InterContinental hotel resides in the heart of Yorkville, Toronto's most exclusive, chic neighbourhood. Explore this remarkable area of charming laneways and cosmopolitan streets. Galleries, boutiques and museums are right around the corner and minutes from the core commerce districts, theatres, trade centres and leisure attractions and venues. http://toronto.intercontinental.com/yyzha/index.shtml Resort: Monterey Inn - The Monterey Inn Resort is the "perfect getaway". The riverside location and treed lot allow you to enjoy a resort atmosphere without leaving the city. For corporate events and meetings this facility is top of the line offering a wide selection of meeting rooms and services for business. Many businesses find our unique setting highly conducive to productive business events. It is our pleasure to accommodate different government departments and reputable corporations. Whether your business is large or small we pride ourselves on providing excellent service in beautiful surroundingsTucked off Prince of Wales at Hunt Club, in Canada's Capital, the grounds of the Monterey Inn Resort border the historic Rideau close to the Black Rapids locks this is the most perfect spot for next event. www.montereyinn.com

Da Boyz are six boys who perform throughout B.C. in competitions and special events. The average age is 11 and they are a talented group who dance beyond their years and perform like seasoned veterans. Da Boyz received a Silver Medal at the World Tap Dance Championships in Germany and typically place first when competing at festivals. Last year they won best in festival at the Surrey Festival of Dance, one of the largest dance festivals in Canada. Under the artistic direction of world renowned tap dancer Van "the man" Porter, Da Boyz perform the smooth flash and moves of the masters who have come before them. Van "the mans" rhythm tap choreography is high energy, full of complex rhythms and is performed with panache. Mr. Porter recently relocated to Vancouver and is currently wowing Vancouver audiences with his own rhythm tap style and his young protégés Da Boyz.

Canada Olympic Park Snowboard Wedding Love was certainly in the air, and on the slopes, at Calgary's Canada Olympic Park in March. Two of the Park's snowboard coaches and supervisors, Trevour Wigemyr and Trisha Drake, tied the knot just before dusk between the 15-foot walls of the Superpipe as bundled up guests stood on the snowy hill at Canada Olympic Park to witness the nuptials. With the breathtaking vistas of the ..... CLICK HERE TO READ MORE >> New Theatre in Brantford Ontario Brantford Ontario recently celebrated the officially opening of the Thomas Lamb designed Temple Theatre. The theatre, which sat in excess of 1600 patrons,was one of the largest vaudeville houses outside of Toronto and was visited by such vaudeville legends as George and Gracie, Jack Benny, Mary Pickford and Canada's own Guy Lombardo. The Theatre went..... CLICK HERE TO READ MORE >> Launch of the BMW 6 Series MVKA Productions just wrapped the exciting and much anticipated launch of the BMW 6 Series at The BMW Store in Vancouver, BC. At 5:00 pm on March 26, the doors opened, revealing a complete transformation from daytime dealership to an elegant evening experience. Throughout the evening..... CLICK HERE TO READ MORE >> GTA International Award of Distinctions Toronto – Ontario: On March 2nd, the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance paid tribute to this year’s recipients of the GTA International Awards of Distinction. The awards were presented in recognition of the outstanding achievements by individuals or organizations that have contributed to raising the international..... CLICK HERE TO READ MORE >>

May 14, 2004 Cruise Industry Association of BC Location: on Board the "M.V. Magic Charm", behind the Bayshore Hotel - 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver Map: Click here Parking: Some Street parking, pay parking. Please Register in advance to guarantee a seat May 18, 2004 ISES Toronto Presents ISES Toronto Schmoozefest Contact: info@isestoronto.com Venue: Mississauga Convention Centre May 20, 2004 MPI BC Presents Qualities of Great Leaders Hear some local success stories of leaders. What qualities do they have? How did they overcome their obstacles and challenges? Contact: ljenkins@bcpavco.com May 20, 2004 MPI Greater Calgary Chapter Presents -"The Priority Shuffle: How to Create a Life that is Successful and Fulfilling" with Platinum speaker Marguerite Ham May 26, 2004 Celebrating Urban Leaders At the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI) we believe it's time to recognize the individuals, groups and organizations that have made a contribution to the quality of urban life. Inaugural Urban Leadership Awards Luncheon at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Contact: michellelevy@rogers.com June 2, 2004 Canadian Youth Business Foundation's Annual Spring Gala Dinner Location: Four Seasons Hotel, Toronto ON Featuring: Mike Harris as Fundraising Chair along with Brian Tobin and John Risley. Contact: michellelevy@rogers.com June 16, 2004 2004 Gala / Fundraiser for Kids Cancer Care Research Presented By: Cirque du Canadian Business Travel Association Location: Round Up Centre, Calgary Contact: bdavidson@carriagehouse.net June 16, 2004 ISES Vancouver presents AGM Industry Fear Factor Theme Evening June 22 & 23, 2004 Event Sensation 2004 in Seattle Location: Meydenbauer Centre Bellevue Washington Contact: info@americanspecialevents.com September 9, 2004 The FAB 5 Golf Tournament Presented by ISES, CSES, MPI, WAEM < PCMA BC Chapters

CSEME 2004 Toronto Exhibitors and Delegates declare the event the BEST EVER! From Los Angeles producer David Merrell's amazing seminar to the oh-so-heated Ethics Debate to the fun of the theme design challenge to the raving mad speed-networking session CSEME was the BEST one yet. Attendees commented: "the education was the best they have ever attended at ANY industry event" "the quality of delegates is outstanding and really something to be proud of. I can't believe all these meeting planners, I don't know half of them" "I am so glad I attended and I will be back next year with my entire team" "we will be putting CSEME in our budgets and we also want get our region's suppliers together and get a whole row in the trade show" Exhibitors booked business on the trade show floor, met hundreds of buyers, got leads that they know will turn into solid business and said they are coming back for 05 guaranteed. Craig Gruzd of Desiging Trendz said the show was "incredible", Leslee Bell from Décor & More inc. called the leads "truly impressive". Julie Brunjes of Stardust Events said "I have gotten 3 calls and its only the day after the show" Bob Terry of Bob Terry Games thanked the show producers for talking him into staying for the public day as he booked 3 bar mitzvahs on the show floor. "You guys pulled off the best show we've ever done" said Leslie Anne from Wow Invites "This blows away the wedding shows, I can't believe how much business I got from your show… Thank you to all of the generous event sponsors, the expo exhibitors and conference delegates who helped to make this show a a great success. We look forward to seeing you all at Event Sensations 2005.

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