Astound Group’s G8 Canadian Experience
Astound Group Inc. - The Building of the Think Canada Pavilion On June 25 and 26, 2010 during the G20 Summit in Toronto, the world experienced Canada within the confines of a 40,000 square foot convention space. From the tranquil Canadian wilderness to bustling city skyscrapers, 3,000 international media, their viewers and readers were transported from east coast to west in two short days without leaving the building. At every single touchpoint during the experience the message was clear and consistent: Think Canada...think Canada for tourism, think Canada for business and think Canada for investment. Canada is open for business. Astound ...
BC Cancer Foundation’s Underwear Affair sheds light on cancers “down there
On July 10, 2010, over 925 British Columbians dressed in underwear and other brief costumes walked and ran in the streets of Vancouver to raise funds and awareness for cancers below the waist. The BC Cancer Foundation’s Underwear Affair presented by Mark’s Work Wearhouse, raised $552,500 for research of prostate, colorectal, uterine and ovarian cancers, among others, which together account for 42 per cent of all newly-diagnosed cancers in B.C. The colourful 10K run/5K walk wrapped up at Seaforth Armoury with the EXPOsed afterparty, emceed by media personality and man about town Fred Lee, where walkers and runners danced and partied well ...
PRP Inspires The World With Stellar Paralympic Closing
PRP Inspires Many with Glowing Hearts at the Opening & Closing Ceremonies of the X Paralympic Winter Games Heralded as an “Opening of the ages,” the Opening Ceremony was a live international television broadcast in front of a 60,000-person audience. With a theme of "One Inspires Many," the opening ceremony was a blend of spirit, heart and emotional fanfare - a true Canadian celebration. Over 5000 performers took the stage including: The Governor General of Canada: Michaelle Jean; Blind Vocalist and Paralympian: Terry Kelly; Four Host First Nations Elder: Audrey Rivers; Luca "Lazylegz" Patuelli and ILLmask; Paralympians Aimee Mullins and Chantal ...
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Profiles of Canadian Success: Designing Trendz
Designing Trendz by DMS Video Productions Toronto Designing Trendz Inc. is a full service event design and décor company with a talented creative team dedicated to orchestrating every aspect of an event, professionally and with flair. Based in Toronto, the company has been producing...
VCEC Wins Eco Award
The Vancouver Convention Centre is the winner of the 2010 Recycling Council of BC’s (RCBC) Environmental Award in the public sector category. The award will be presented tonight at RCBC’s 36th Annual Zero Waste Conference and Gala in Whistler. “This remarkable facility continues...
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Scotiabank Caribana Festival on Now in Toronto
Scotiabank Caribana Festival is an exciting two-week cultural explosion of Caribbean music, cuisine, revelry as well as visual and performing arts. In its 43rd year it has become a major international event and the largest cultural festival of its kind in North America. As Carnival is an international...
Vancouver’s Host to MPI This Week!
WEC 2010 comes to Vancouver this week and it looks like Vancouver will be back on the map for event planners world wide. Thousands of planners, suppliers and vendors hit the coastal city for what promises to be a stellar education conference. Never been to WEC? There is so much to do! MPI WEC...
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Branding on a Bean?
The Nature's Greeting is the New Generation of Branding Looking for a new way to add green to your events? This creative magic bean provides all kinds of options for special events. From bridal gifts to corporate branding opportunities, this little bean is a BIG hit with planners...
Big Sound – Little Space
Compact Metal Speaker Delivers Big Sound "Aluminum tube. Planners and creative designers are raving about this tiny little music maker that can be placed anywhere and be virtually hidden fom site. It sounds just like a full size speaker and gets surprisingly loud. All this from an aluminum...
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Asian Inspired Chic at District 319
District 319 is a stylish, state-of-the-art private event and multimedia facility located in the city’s urban core. Carefully transformed from its abandoned Asian movie house state to its contemporary revitalized form, District 319 offers clients an exciting and unparalleled...
Take Your Events Back in Time in Edmonton
With all the venue choices Fort Edmonton Park has to offer, you’re bound to find the perfect setting for your event. Each facility at offers a unique setting for your event or meeting. Imagine the warmth of a crackling fire and an evening cast amidst the rustic surroundings of the Clerks’...
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They Absolutley Loved it! Chair Decor’s WOW Wedding Lunch
They Loved it!” says’ Tania Newman, GM of Chair Decor and the creator behind The Wedding Lunch, Canada’s first “experiential” wedding event geared towards today’s busy bride looking for an alternative to the traditional wedding show. The event was a HUGE success and everyone who attended and participated was wowed... [Read more of this review]
ISES Spectacular!
ISES Vancouver presented its re-branded signature event: The Spectacular-Secrets of the Orient last month and the reviews were…. spectacular if course. Produced by ISES Board Members Tania Newman; Chair Décor, Heather Baker; Amaryllis Events and Kathie Madden; Kathie Madden Events. Guests were treated to an array of spectacular food,... [Read more of this review]
Winnipeg Serves Up Highstyle 2010
On April 21, 2010 over 30 Local Winnipeg Wedding and Event Industry Leaders partnered for the 2nd Annual Highstyle photo shoot event at The Historic Fort Garry Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre. Throughout the day eight models and over 50 participants from the most innovative and inspiring event suppliers,... [Read more of this review]
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