2007/02/28 - Events
Council Information
*for period ended February 28, 2007*
* Co nfe re n ces/l nv ites/Ev en ts *
1. A.M.O. Conference, Aug. 19-22nd, Ottawa.
Contact: Anna in my office to make reservations.
2. Designation of Cummington Square, Sat. May 26th
3. Heart & Stroke Big Bike Event, Sat. Apr. 26th & Sat., May 2nd at Chatters
4. Ontario Small Urban Municipalities Conference, Midland, May 2nd _ 4th
5. B.I.A. Conference, April 1st - 3fd, Toronto
6. Municipal Wireless Conference, Toronto, May 28th - 30th
7. A.M.O. Energy Conference, Toronto, June 4th _ 5th
8. Global City Urban Decision Makers Conference, Lyon, France, May 14th _16th
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2/21/2007 9:54 PM
Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2007 AMO Annual Conference
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM.pdf; CompanionsProgram.pdf
Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2007 AMO Annual Conference: A Postcard from Ontario's
Municipalities.
The AMO Annual Conference is a gathering of municipal government officials and each year offers a
program theme related to current and emerging issues. A wide range of sessions provide delegates with
the opportunity to learn and network to then take back to their respective communities new ideas and
solutions.
Please find attached two PDFs: the Conference Registration Form and information on the Companion's
Program.
Registration Options
Register before April 25th and be eligible for our Early Bird Rates.
Payment by cheque or money order: Print off a copy of the registration form contained in the full
registration package (attached). Mail your registration with cheque or money order made payable to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario. Payment must be received with registration.
Our Mailing address is:
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
393 University Avenue, Suite 1701
Toronto, Ontario
M5G 1 E6
Payment by Credit Card: You have two options. Complete the paper registration form (as above) and mail
or fax it in. Or, use our secure on-line form to submit your registration.
Register On-Line
To register On-Line you must have access to the Members Only area of our website. Please refer to
http://www.amo.on.ca/ContenUNavigation Menu/Events/UsingOnlineReg istration/How _to_Reg ister _Online.
pdf for instructions on how register online.
Please note: Registrants are responsible for travel and accommodation costs. Conference rates are
offered by a number of local hotels, information on hotel accomodations near the Congress Centre can be
found at:
http://www.amo.on.ca/ContenUNavigation Men u/Events/ AMOAn n ualConference/2 007 /HotelsMaps/defa u It.
htm
Refunds
An administrative fee of $70.00 plus GST ($74.20) is retained for registration cancellations and/or refund
requests received on or before April 15, 2007. NO REFUNDS will be issued after April 15, 2007.
For further information please contact Navneet Dhaliwal, Special Events and Business Development
Coordinator at ndhaliwal@amo.on.ca or 416-971-9856 ext. 330.
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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM
(please type or print)
Name
Municipality
Mailing Address
Telephone
E-mail
108'h Annual Conference
August 1 9 - 22, 2007
~\i'\A3stin Ottawa Hotel & Ottawa Congress Centre
~ 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1 N 9H4
Phone: 613-560-7000 I Fax: 613-234-5396
Title
Payment MUST accompany registrations. FAX Credit Card Payments to 416-971-9372
Please indicate re istration choice below:
AMO MEMBE RS
Fee does not include G ST Early Bird Regular On Site
Before After Aug 19-22
ril 25 ril 25
560.00 610.00
500.00 550.00
300.00 340.00
300.00 340.00
155.00 165.00
250.00 270.00
x
660.00
610.00
375.00
375.00
165.00
270.00
110.00
GST exempt
Federal/Provinei al Governments
Early Bird Regular On Site
Before After Aug 19-22
ril 25 ril 25
600.00 650.00
525.00 575.00
320.00 360.00
320.00 360.00
175.00 185.00
260.00 280.00
x
700.00
630.00
380.00
380.00
185.00
280.00
110.00
Non.Members
Fee does not include G ST Ea rlyBird Regular On Site
X Before After Aug 19-22
April 25 April. 25
Full Registration 700.00 750.00 800.00
Full Reg - No Banquet 600.00 675.00 750.00
1 Day - Monday 350.00 400.00 400.00
1 Day - Tuesday 350.00 400.00 400.00
Y:z Day - Wednesday 195.00 205.00 205.00
Companion e 270.00 280.00 280.00
Extra Banquet Tickets 110.00
GST Registration# R106732944
eFor companion registration please complete Companion Selection Form
Fax
Summary of Charges:
Registration Fee $
e Companion's Fee $
Extra Banquet $
GST (6%) $
TOTAL $
Payment Method:
o Cheque 0 MasterCard 0 Visa
Card Number:
Expiration Date: m y
Cardholder's Name (exactly as on card):
Signature:
Please make cheques payable to:
Association 0 fMunicipalitie sof Ontario
393 Universily A venue, Suite 1701, Toronto, ON, M5G 1 E6
Refund Policy: Cancellation MUST be made in writing
before August 1,2007. An admin istration charge of$74.20
($70.00 plus $4.20 GS1) will apply
Registration Inquiries:
Nav Dhaliwal andhaliwal@amo.o n.ca
1-877 -426-6527 a416-971-9856 ext. 330
Fax: 416-971-9372
Please note any special dietary requirements here:
CAUCUS VOTING INSTRUCTIONS: Each delegate who is an elected municipal official is eligible to vote but MUST
declare a Caucus when they submit this conference registration form. July 27, 2007 is the last date for changing
Caucus for either the Monday Caucus Candidate Lunch or the Tuesday Board of Director s election. After July 27,
changes to a declared Caucus are not permitted. Please indicate below which caucus you wish to participate in:
o County 0 Large Urban 0 Northern
o Reg ionallSin gle Tier 0 Rural 0 Small Urban
AMO collects, uses and discloses the information requested to prorrote the interests of the municipal sector. It mayalso be sha-ed with selected third parties to generate
operating revenues for AMO. Under the Federal Personal Information Protection and ElectlOnic DOa.lments Act (PIPEDA) some of the information may constitute personal
information. By filling out this form you agree that all personal information provided by you on the form may be collected, used and disclosed by AMO for all purposes
desai bed above.
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The 2007 AMO Conference Companion's Program
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AMO is excited to present the 2007 AMO Conference Companion's Program. The program begins on Monday AUdust 20th with three full day
options, and concludes on Tuesday with two half-day boat cruises.
Monday A ugust 20th
1: Steam Train Tou r
Hop aboard one of Canada's last remaining authentic
steam-powered t rainsa nd discover t he G atineau Hills
as did the pioneers at theturn of the last century. Relax
in comfort and let the sounds of the steam-whistle and
cl ickety dack ct the lh11eels carry ~u a1 ~ur journey to
the quaint Village of Wakefield. While in this postcard
perfect village explore t he shops and don't miss lunch
at Restaurant La Maison Earle.
2: Artisan's Tour
This unique bus tour brings y ou to the artisans. Exploring
artist studios including but not limited to the Enriched Bread
Artist'sSludio (home to 24 visual artists, none of which work
in the medium of bread); McKenzie M arcott e Pottery; and Le
Forgeron. Lunchwill be provided onthistour aswellasa chance
to explorethe shops and sights of the Village of Wakefield.
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Giggles, Gardening and Great Infotainment -In-Depth
10:00am: Laughter IS the Best Medicine
Presented by SUsan Barker, On Track Options
Did you know that laughing heartilyfor 60 seconds is equal to spending 10
minutes on a rowing machine or 15 minuteson a stationary bike. The sound
of laughter is the same across all cultures, it helpsfight stress, brings people
together, and you can laugh anywhere at any! ime. This natural pick-me-up is
quickly becoming one of the fastest growing yogic exercises in the world.
11 :OOam: Power Colours - Leading and I nfluencing with Style
Presented by Michelle Horne, Putting It Together
Colour plays a significant part in our dai Iy liVes, and has done so from an early
age. The question"What's your favourite colour'?" has followed many of us from
childhood to today.Colours represent moods, feelings and can also represent
your personality. The colouryou choose to wear can also influence. Learn how
to use the Power of Colour in this one-hour session with Michelle Horne.
2:30pm: How to Live to be 100and Still Remember Yoor Name
Presented by Marilyn Smith
Thisone hour session expands on research that suggests that living to be100
isn't a fluke of nature. Marilyn Smith is the co-author of the award winning nu-
trition/cookbook TheUltimate Healthy Eating Plan that Still Leaves Room for
Chocolate, a Second Cityalum, and much more... Find out the Top 10 Foodsto
Eat, The Powerof Friendships, Howto I ncorporate Exercise into Yoor Day, and
Why Chocolate Really Does Make Yoo Happy.
Space is limited. Please use the attached Selection Form to indicate your choices for both days and also please do not forget to use the
Conference Registration Form to register as a Companion.
3: Giggles, Gardening and Great Infotainment
.bIn in the fun at theChateau Laurier as AMO presents
a special full-day Companion's plenary. Participate in
four unique h our-long presentations exploring some
of the hottest lifestyle trends: Laughter Yoga; Po wer
Colours; Gardening Tips and Tricks. Topped off with
Second City Alum Marilyn Smith discussing How to
Uve to be 100 and Still Remember Your Name. Lunch
will be provided by the Chateau Laurier.
1 :30 pm: Gardening Tips and Tricks
Further details to be announced
Postcard to Myself
Selection Form
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Monday August 20th & Tu;sday August 21st
Tuesday August 21st
How to Register:
1. Ottawa River Cruise
Thecrui$ offa-s}OJ thevie.v of the dty e>it we> first c:ono:iva::J with the riva- e>it's
man highw~ 8ld reoource. Yw will asoS69 the MLra bewty of the re;:)ion tha
c:cptura::J the ime;:Jinaion of the first6.Jrope:n e<plora- Serlll.ta deChanplan, It811s
of inta-e3t include the Pa-l i a-n61t BuildingS; &ipr811e Court; MUse.Jm of Civilizaion;
Naiona Art Gala-y; RicJe:u Fals;REsida1oo of the PrlmeMinista-; 8ld much more
1. Regi sta- usi ng the Confa-a1ce Re;:Ji strai on Form
2, Pa-tldpents must a::comp81Y are;)ista-a:J dae;)ae for the 2007 AMO COnfa-61OO to
beaigibletopa-tidpae inthe Compcnion's Progra-n
3, U$ thisSele:iion Form to indicae your dloices for both ~
4,Comp81ion's must be16yers ofe;:Jeor olda'
2. Rideau Canal Cruise
Enjoy the best vie.v possible of one of the 61gineering ma-vas of the nineteenth
CSltury, the RicJe:u C81a, Guides will show you thism~or pa-t ofC81ldi81 history
e>no one ase isroleto, Along thew~ }OJ will beshONn m81Y of the m~or sites
induding the Naiona ArtsC61IrEl Univa-sity of Ottav~ L81ds:Jo.Nne Pa-k; Ca-Ieton
Univa-sity; the Experim61ta Fa-m; Dow'sLckEl a1d much more
Re;Jistraion Fees for the Campenion's Progra-n a-e
Companion's Information
Delegate's Name
Companion's Name
Municipality:
Dietary Requirements (if any):
Phone:
Fax:
E-mail:
AMO M811berS
8:rly Bird (before April 25th):
Regula- (Afta- April 25th):
On-site (April 19th a1d 20th):
$250,00
$270,00
$270,00
Please checkmark your choice for each day,
Choose only one from each group:
Fa:Ja-a/Provi nda Gova-rm61I M811bers
8:rly Bird (before April 25th): $260.00
Regula- (Afta- April 25th): $280.00
On-site (April 19th a1d 20th): $280,00
Non-M811berS
8:rly Bird (before April 25th):
Regula- (Afta- April 25th):
On-site (Apri I 19th 8ld 20th):
Monday August 20th (lunch provided)
o 1. Steam Train Tour
o 2,Artisan's Tour
03. Giggles, Gardening and Great Infotainment
$270,00
$280,00
$280,00
Tuesday August 21 st (lunch not provided)
o 1. Ottawa River C ru ise
02. Rideau Canal Cruise
PIee;ea:Jd 6%GST toal pridng wh61 SLbmitting theConfa-a1ce Re;Jistraion Form.
Questions?
Cal Nat DM iwlii , ~).':);jlii B/8'1ts & BUSlrJffiS De<eopmmt Cocrr.iinaor
415. 97Hl8ffi ed, 330 11..877.426.65271 E.rnal ndhaiwa([.$Tlo,on ,c;a
Don't forget to submit the Completed Conference Registration Form
along with this Selection Form.
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2/5/2007 7: 12 PM
Save the Date - AMO Annual Conference
savethedate. pdf
TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE CLERK AND COUNCil
Attached is one (1) AMO information piece, as below:
- Save the Date - AMO Annual Conference
Registration will be available shortly on our website, check back often for updates and more information.
Book your hotel today!
Hotel information can be found on our website at
http://www.amo.on.ca/ContenUN avigation Men u/Events/ AM OAn n ualConference/200 7 /HotelsMaps/defau It.
htm
Please note the Westin Ottawa Hotel is fully reserved; please check back with the hotel closer to August
to see if rooms have been released.
If you have problems opening the attachment(s) please call Nav at AMO at (416) 971-9856 ext. 330
PLEASE NOTE
AMO communications will be broadcast to the municipality's administrator and clerk. Recipients of the
AMO broadcasts are free to redistribute the AMO broadcasts to other municipal staff and elected officials
as required. We have decided to not add other staff to these broadcast lists in order to ensure accuracy
and efficiency in the management of our various broadcast lists.
DISCLAIMER
These are final versions of AMO documents. AMO assumes no responsibility for any discrepancies that
may have been transmitted with the electronic version. The printed versions of the documents stand as
the official record.
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Members of City Council
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4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Dear Mayor SaIci & Members of City Council:
Re: Designation Celebration for Cummington Square
In October 2006, the Municipal Heritage Committee (MHC) of the City of Niagara Falls formed a sub-committee
with representatives from the Village of Chippawa Citizens' Committee, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 396
Chippawa and MHC. The sub-committee's purpose is to organize a celebration to commemorate the designation
of Cumming ton Square - the centre of the community of Chip paw a - as a cultural heritage site under the Ontario
Heritage Act.
The celebration of the historic designation of Cummington Square is set for Saturday, May 26, 2007.
A small parade is planned, along with historical displays and a plaque unveiling. We invite you to participate by:
· putting up a historical display (memorabilia, photos, etc.)
· participating in the parade
· providing any other ideas that you would like to undertake
To facilitate planning for this event, your response by March 30, 2007 as to your organization's intentions would
be appreciated by the Committee. One or more of our members would be pleased to attend one of your meetings
to answer any questions.
Please let us know by March 30th if and how your organization would be prepared to participate. You may contact
us by:
Telephone:
Fax:
Email:
905-295-6077 (Bill Barfield)
905-295-0942 (Don Ede)
celebratethesquare@yahoo.ca
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Margaret Mingle, Chair
Municipal Heritage Committee
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, Planning & Development
Heart and Stroke Foundation
of Ontario
NIAGARA OFFICE
3-300 Bunting Road
St. Catharines ON
L2M 7X3
Tel: (905) 938-8800
Fax: (905) 938-8811
AREA MANAGER
Susan Chouinard
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COORDINATOR
Corporate Programs
Sara Belanger
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COORDINATOR
School Programs
Bonnie Stayzer
PROGRAM
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Mary Lynne Urchik
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ADMINISTRATOR
Sharon Lottridge
Since the foundation's
inception in 1952,
Heart and Stroke funded
research has decreased
the fatality rate of heart
disease by 70%.
For more heart and stroke
information, visit
www.heartandstroke.ca
or call1-888-HSF-INFO
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Finding answers. For life.
Affiliated with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
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February 8, 2007
Clerk's Office
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen St, P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
RE: HEART&STROKE BIG BIKE
Dear City Council Members;
The Niagara office, Heart and Stroke Foundation is preparing to host our
annual Heart&Stroke Big Bike events in Niagara Falls. There will be two
event days on Thurs. April 26 & Wed May 2, 2007 at Chatters
Mediterranean Eatery on Portage Rd. This event was held with great
success at the same location last year.
We would like to obtain permission from the Niagara Falls City Council for
this event. The proposed route is:
.
Begin at Chatters Mediterranean Eatery
Turn right on Portage Rd.
Turn left on St. Luke St.
Turn left on Drummond Rd.
Turn left on Gallinger St.
Turn right on Portage Rd. and return to Chatters
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There will be 10 teams riding, from approximately 2:30 - 7: 30 p.m. We will
have the Heart and Stroke van leading the bike for precautions, as well as
CPR trained volunteers on hand at event day.
If the city requires further information please contact me at (905) 938-8800.
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Dear Heads of Council,
Members of Council and Staff,
Re: 2007 OSUM Conference & Trade Show
On behalf of the 2007 OSUM Organizing Committee and the Town of Midland, I am
delighted to invite you to attend the 54th Annual OSUM Conference and Trade Show, to
be held at the impressive North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre, from May 2 to
May 4,2007.
This year's theme is "Our Environment, Our Heritage, Our Legacy, " and the Town of
Midland is the ideal location to see how all three of these aspects work together in
harmony. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to showcase Midland's beauty and its
rich heritage. From our beautiful waterfront trail, largest collection of outdoor historic
murals in Canada, to the many internationally known tourist attractions, Midland has
much to offer its visitors. As the 2005 Communities in Bloom National Champions, we
are also very proud of the efforts our community has taken to beautify our Town. We are
certain you will enjoy your experience in Midland!
As you will see from the enclosed Conference Program outline, OSUM 2007 will prove
to be an enjoyable and informative conference. For your convenience, we have also
included an updated Delegate Registration Form and Accommodations List. Please be
sure to pass on the enclosed Companions' Program information, as Midland has included
some special events just for the companions.
If you would like further information about our Conference, please call Ted Blowes, OSUM
Annual Conference and Trade Show Co-ordinator at 519-393-5877 residence, or 519-271-0250
ext. 241, or by email atted.b(@quadro.net.orlwolfe@townofstmarys.coll1. You may also contact
Sue Walton, Town of Midland Co-ordinator for OSUM 2007, at 705-623-0286 or by email at
swalton@town.midland.on.ca.
And remember - "It's Worth the Drive to Midland!"
Sincerely,
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Town of Midland
Encls.
575 Dominion Avenue
Midland, Ontario L4R 1 R2
Phone: 526-4275 Fax: 526-9971
mayor@town.midland.on.ca
www.town.midland.on.ca
ONT ARlO SMALL URBAN MUNICIPALITIES
ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES OF ONTARIO
ONTARIO SMALL URBAN MUNICIPAL/TIES
54TH ANNUAL CONFERENCEAND TRADE SHOW
"OUR ENVIRONMENT, OUR HERITAGE, OUR LEGACY"
HOSTED BY THE TOWN OF MIDLAND - MAY 2 - 4, 2007
North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre
527 Len Self Boulevard, Midland, Ontario
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
EARL Y BIRD EVENTS - Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Golf at the Brooklea Golf and Country Club, and the Georgian Queen Boat Cruise. To register, please call Sue
Walton at 705-623-0286.
TRADE SHOW. (Over 50 Exhibitors) -Great opportunity for newly elected officials to leammore about
municipal products, systems, infrastructure, services etc.
NEW - Wine and Cheese Reception wrap-up to the Trade Show with opportunity to win great prizes - be there,
don't miss. this !
KEYNOTE SPEAKER - Not to be missed!
Mr. Richard Worzel- Canada's leading forecaster and futurist. Note - each delegate will receive Mr. Worzel's
publication, "Risk Management and Scenario Planning - How to avoidproblems and spot opportunities"
COMPANION PROGRAMS - after breakfast with the delegates on Thursday and Friday, there are lots of
things to do and places to visit in the Town of Midland - please see separate Companion Program for details.
CONFERENCE PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
WEDNESDAY.. l'dA Y 2.. 2007 - Trade Show opens 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.,
Evening of Welcome with hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and low-key jazz entertainment. - 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
THURSDAY.. MAY 3.. 2007 - Trade Show opens 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Be sure to check out the Exhibitors!
Official Opening Ceremonies
Address by the Honourable John Gerretsen,Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Keynote Speaker - Richard Worzel
Concurrent Primary Discussion Panels
A - Emergency Response - Is it Working in Small Town Ontario?
B - Preparing for the New Clean Water Act "- What Municipalities Need to Know
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OSUM - The Conference where the Delegate can make a difference!
Remember -- It's worth the drive to Midland!
Concurrent Municipal Education Tracts
A - Cultural Tract - Recreational Planning with respect to the new Accessibility Act
Conservation Planning, Trails - Recreation or Transportation?
B - Education Tract - Conflict of Interest Act, CommW1ities in Bloom, Energy Conservation Planning,
Public Sector AccoW1ting Principles (PSAP), first Nations Consultation and Accommodation
Free evening to enjoy the Tastes of Midland
FRIDAY" MAY 4" 2007
Primary Discussion Panel - MUCH ADO ABOUT WASTE. Beyond Landfill - Incineration,
Compo sting, Energy from Waste, Waste Reduction, etc.
Minister's Forum -an opportunity to dialogue with several Ontario. Cabinet . Ministers
Chairman's Luncheon - (Premier invited)
2 p.m. - Adjournment and return home or spend another night in Midland.
A SAMPLING OF CONFIRMED CONFERENCE PRESENTERS
George Rust D'Eye,. WeirFoulds LLP
Richard Worzel
Minister John Gerretsen
Robert Andrew, Director of Paramedic Services, County of Simcoe
JohnNawn, Treasurer, Pennsylvania Engineers Association
John Burke, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Diane Czapla, Parks Manager, Town of Midland
Peter DW1bar, Director of Municipal Services, Town of Collingwood
Greg Stewart, Ministry of Health and Wellness
Paul Hamelin, Chief of Police, Town of Midland
OSUM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2006~2007
Chair, Gary McNamara, Mayor, Town of Tecumseh
Vice Chair, Norman Sandberg, Councillor, Town of Collingwood
Secretary- Treasurer, Larry McCabe, Town of Goderich
Chuck Ward, Councillor, Municipality of Brighton
Paul Grenier, Councillor, City of WeIland;
Mark Urbanski, CAO, Municipality of North Perth
Rick Milne, Deputy Mayor, Town of New Tecumseth
Dave Hunt, COW1cillor, City of Stratford
Deborah Haswell, Councillor, City of Owen Sound
Ted Blowes, Annual Conference and Trade Show Co-ordinator, Honourary Member
Bryan Baxter, Town of Cobourg, Honourary Member
CONTACT INFORMATION
Conference and Trade Show - Ted Blowes 519-393-5877, email ted.b@quadro.net or Lori Wolfe at 519-284-
2340 ext. 212, or lwolfe@to\\'I1.stmarvs.on.ca
Midland Municipal Contact - Sue Walton at 705-623-0286 or email atswaltonUV.town.midland.on.ca
OSUM - The Coriference where the Delegate can make a difference!
Remember -- It's worth the drive to Midland!
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Delegate Registration Form
54th Annual OSUM Conference and Trade Show
Hosted by the Town of Midland
May 2 - 4, 2007
Our Environment, Our Heritage, Our Legacy
Delegate Name:
Position:
Municipality:
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Mailing Address:
Telephone:
Fax:
E-mail Address:
Companion Name (if applicable):
Before A ril 2, 2007
$350.00 D
$250.00 D
$ 85.00 D
$ 50.00 D
$ 59.43 D
$ 59.43 D
$ 27.36 D
$ 27.36 D
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Georgian Queen Boat Cruise
Subtotal:
6% GST on Subtotal:
Total:
Mter A ril2, 2007 $375.00 D
S eci Da:
Mter A ril 2, 2007 $ 95.00 D
Mter A ril 2, 2007 $ 60.00 D
Wed. May 2 - Morning - Early Bird Event
(Gol cart included in rice)
Wed. May 2 - Noon - Early Bird Event
(Lunch included in rice)
COMPANIONS' PROGRAM ACTIVITIES: (Included in Registration Fee) Please Indicate Choice.
Sainte Marie Among the Hurons, Thursday, May 3, 2007, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, Thursday, May 3,2007, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Guided Walking Tour of Heritage Homes, Thursday, May 3,2007, 1:30 p.m.
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Shopping at Boutiques in Down Town Midland, Thursday, May 3, 2007, 1 :30 p.m. D
Guided Tour of Huronia Museum & Ouendat Village/Horse and Wagon Tour of Historical Murals
Frida, Ma 4,2007,9:00 a.m. to 12:00 .m. D
Full Delegate includes: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, Chairman's Luncheon, all workshops & special events. Companions'
package includes: 2 brealifasts, Chairman's Luncheon, & scheduled activities. Town of Midland GST# 108128182.
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Signature:
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Please send registration form and payment to the Town of Midland at: 575 Dominion Avenue, Midland, ON L4R IR2
Fax: 705-526-9971. Deadline for registrations is Monday, April 23, 2007. Registration fees are refundable only
upon receipt of written notification by Friday. April 27. 2007 - less a $50.00 service charge. All delegates must book
their own accommodations.
Please use separate form for each registrant.
Midland Conference Coordinator, Sue Walton, 705-623-0286, swalton@town.midland.on.ca
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Companions' Program
54th Annual OSUM Conference and Trade Show
May 2 to 4, 2007
Hosted by the Town of Midland
Our Environment, Our Heritage, Our Legacy
Wednesdav_ Mav 2_ 2007 (with dele2ates)
8:00 a.m.
EARLY BIRD EVENTS:
11:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m
Thursdav_ Mav 3_ 2007
8:00 a.m.
7 :30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Registration Desk Open
Foyer - North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre (NSSRC)
Golfing Event - Fee $63 (tax and golf cart included in price)
Brooklea Golf and Country Club
Scramble Tournament with Competition Holes
Georgian Queen 30,000 Island Cruise - Fee $29
(tax and lunch included in price)
Departure at Penetanguishene Dock (Shuttle Bus available)
Evening of Welcome.
NSSRC Minor Hockey Arena
Hors D'oeuvres, Cash Bar, Low-key Jazz Entertainment
Registration Desk Open
Foyer - North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre (NSSRC)
Breakfast with the Delegates
NSSRC Minor Hockey Arena
Official Opening and Greeetings
Community Hall
Guided Tour of Sainte Marie Among the Hurons - Shuttle Bus available
Follow in the footsteps of Ontario's first Europeans at Sainte-Marie among the
Hurons, near Midland. Explore this recreated, 17th century French Jesuit mission
headquarters and experience the interaction of the French and native Wendat
Huron nation. This Ontario tourism destination in the Georgian Bay region
features a unique time in Canadian history when French missionaries and their
workers lived and worked among the Wendat.
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre - Shuttle Bus available
Nature at its best! The Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is a not-for-profit,
environmental awareness facility dedicated to operating year-round programs.
Trumpet of the Swan Presentation, with guided walking tour of Wye Marsh to see
the beautiful Trumpeter Swans in natural habitat. Unique gift shop.
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12:00p.m.
Enjoy Lunch on Y,our Own
Shuttle Bus can drop companions off at Down Town Midland
Please check the Town of Midland Information Booth, located in the NSSRCfoyer,
for Dining Options.
1 :30 p.m.
Guided Walking Tour of Heritage Homes
Walk into the past, through the streets of Midland where community history unfolds
in heritage homes.
1 :30 p.m.
Enjoy Shopping at the Boutiques in Down Town Midland
Take advantage of the variety of unique boutiques and shops. '
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wine and Cheese Reception with Delegates
NSSRC Minor Hockey Arena
5:30 p.m.
Free Time - Discover Midland and its Fine Dining Options
Fridav ~ Mav 4~ 2007
7:30 to 8:45
Breakfast with Delegates
NSSRC Minor Hockey Arena
9:00 a.m.
Guided Tour of Huronia Museum and Huron OuendatVillagelHorse &
Wagon Tour of Historical Murals
Discover the fascinating. world of the Huron People prior to the arrival of the
Europeans in Canada's first recreated Huron Village. Dynamic programs in the
Village emphasize energetic activities which examine Huron agriculture,
government, lifestyle, recreation, spirituality, and technology. Then explore
Huronia Museum's Native, Pioneer and Art exhibits which celebrate Ontario's
heritage
The Historic Murals of Midland is an ever growing outdoor gallery project that
started in 1990 by the Downtown Midland Business Improvement Area. The first
two murals were completed by British Columbian artist Dan Sawatzky. He
completed his first mural depicting the Playfair Mill in the summer of 1990.
Another was done by artist Gillian Smith and the remaining and most current
additions all by Fred Lenz. The idea of historic murals in Midland was inspired
by the outdoor mural gallery in Chemainus, British Columbia. Their murals feature
its forestry history. Midland adopted the idea and under the auspices of the
Downtown Midland BIA, it has become one of Ontario's largest outdoor galleries
and one of the province's best known historic mural communities.
12:30 p.m.
Second Annual Chairman's Luncheon
NSSRC Community Hall
Companions' Registration Fee:
$85 per person
Includes 2 breakfasts, Chainnan's Luncheon and Planned Activities.
Companions' Registration Fee does not include the cost of the Early Bird Events.
A Shuttle Bus will be available for activities.
Please ensure that the Delegate Registration Form is completed to include attending
Companions, if applicable, and their choice of activities. Thank you.
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and the er of Place
April 1 - 3, 2007
Toronto 1\J\arriolt Do\-vntovvn Eaton Centre
525 Bay Street, Toronto
Torontu Associati(]n of
Business Improvement Areas
Presented by:
Toronto Association of
Business Improvement
Areas (TABlA)
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@ Ontario MToRONTO Economic Development . Scotiabank ™
The Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABlA) and
the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA), our many
sponsors and exhibitors invite you to join us for the 2007 Business
Improvement Areas National Conference in Toronto, Ontario. The BIA
National Conference is a joint presentation by OBIAA and TABlA, with
the goal of giving BIAs and associate members the opportunity to hear
from experts in their fields and to network with others that share the
same passion for their core areas.
The theme of this year's conference is "Cultivating Authenticity:
Independent Business and the Power of Place': and the program
will appeal to BIA managers and board members, business owners,
municipal staff, planners and economic development practitioners, as
well as arts and culture industry professionals. Topics include: building
on heritage assets, leveraging private and public investment, effective
design for public spaces, creating distinct districts and new legislation.
We encourage you to take advantage of the early registration fee of
$299, which includes all sessions, meals, entertainment, trade show
and keynote speakers. This is your once a year opportunity to renew
friendships, meet new colleagues and learn how to more effectively
ensure the continued success of your core area.
We look forward to meeting you at the 2007 National Conference.
John J. Kiru, B.A.A., UPln.
Executive Director TABlA
Conference Co-Chair
Susan Nicholson, General Manager,
Downtown Collingwood
Business Improvement Area
Conference Co-Chair
2007 Business. Improvement Areas National Conference Committee
Laura Alderson, Weston Village Business Improvement Area
faiza Ansari, GreekTown on the Danforth Business Improvement Area
Lynn Clay, Liberty Village Business Improvement Area
John Kiru, Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas
Mike Marcolongo, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Susan Nicholson, Downtown Collingwood Business Improvement Area
Norman Ragetlie, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Jeff Serran, North Bay Downtown Improvement Area
Ellen Timms, Port Credit Business Improvement Association
Judith Veresuk, Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association
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Cultivating Authenticity: Independent Business and the Power of Place
The 2007 Business Improvement Areas National Conference is
being held at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre,
525 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2L2. Located in the heart
of downtown Toronto, within walking distance to the city's major
attractions, the hotel is connected to one of Canada's largest attractions,
the Eaton Centre Shopping complex. www.marriott.com
A block of rooms is being held at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton
Centre for delegates attending the 2007 BIA National Conference. The
special conference rate is $143.00 per night, single or double occupancy,
plus taxes. The cut-off date for this special rate is Sunday, March 11,
2007. Delegates are asked to make their own reservations by calling
Marriott reservations at 1-800-905-0667. Remember to identify yourself
as a 2007 TABlA & OBIAA Conference delegate.
Take the VIA Train to the 2007 BIA National Conference in Toronto!
A discount of 10% off the best available coach, VIA-1 and sleeper fares
is offered to all delegates ofthe conference. This discount is available
from March 29 - April 6, 2007 and is valid for VIA Rail's Canada System
Wide to/from Toronto, Ontario. When making your reservations, please
reference the VIA Conference Promo Number 10981. Reservations can
be made by calling VIA Rail at 1-888-842-7245.
Types of Registration TABJA/OBIAA Member Non-Member
On/Beron:: March 9, 2007
Full Registration $299.00 $349.00
Full - Group Rate (per person)* $279.00 n/a
Daily $195.00 $245.00
Daily - Group Rate (per person)* $175.00 n/a
* Two or more delegates from the same BIA who register on or before
March 9, will receive a discount on conference registration. To qualify
for the discount all registrations must be submitted at the same time
together with payment.
After March 9, 2007
Full Registration $349.00 $399.00
Daily $245.00 $295.00
Optional (CST extra) Dinner in GreekTown on the Danforth BIA - Sunday, April 1 $25.00
Includes transportation, dinner & entertainment
Post-Conference Course:
Smart Serve Designation Course - Wednesday, April 4 $27.50
Includes takeaway materials, Smart Serve certificate and pin
Cultivating Authenticity: Independent Business and the Power of Place
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· 2 continental breakfasts . Conference banquet and entertainment
. 2 lunches . Educational sessions
. All refreshment breaks . Trade show
. Keynote speakers
Delegates must indicate on their registration form that they will be
attending these events in order to receive event tickets.
Daily Registration Includes (Oil day attending
. Lunch
· Educational sessions
· Trade show
Requests for refunds must be received in writing at Meeting
Management Services Inc., 4380 South Service Road, Unit 25, Burlington,
ON, L7L 5Y6 prior to March 9,2007. All cancellations are subject to a
$75.00 administration fee. All refund cheques will be issued after the
conference. Substitutions are accepted.
The 2007 BIA National Conference Committee wishes to thank the
following sponsors for their generous support.
@ Ontario . Scotiabank '"
mill TORONTO Economic Development
Please visit the follo\-ving \\febsites:
TABlA www.toronto-bia.com
OBIAA
www.obiaa.com
2007 BIA Conference
www.bia2007.com
For more information about the 2007 BIA National Conference contact:
Meeting Management Services Inc.
4380 South Service Road, Unit 25, Burlington, ON L7L 5Y6
Telephone: 905-335-7993 Toll-free: 1-800-625-7925 Fax: 905-332-1587
e-mail: biaconference@mmsonline.ca
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4;00 PM 7:00 PM
6:30 P;'v1 - hL30 PM
!0:50 Piv\
Registration
Dinner in GreekTown on the Danforth BIA - optional
Hospitality Suite
t\t1onday,
7;00 AM
8:00 AM . .9:00 ;\;\1
8:00 ;\M ..... 7:00 PM
9:00/\M 9:15 AM
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12:00 PM ..... :45 PM
I :4~i PM .... 2:45 PM
2:45 Plvt .... 3:15 PM
Registration
Continental Breakfast
Trade Show
Welcome - Mayor David Miller, City of Toronto
Opening Keynote Presentation
The Small-Mart Revolution:
The Growing Competitiveness of Local, Independent Businesses
Michael Shuman
Refreshment Break in the Trade Show Area
Concurrent Morning Sessions
1'\1/\.1 Emery Village BIA - Revitalization of Communities
MA2 Thinking Green and Saving Green
,1\111\3 How BIAs Can Help Small Business Serve Ethnic Consumers
More Profitably
M;.\4 The Power of Character: The Opportunities and Challenges of
Capitalizing on Your Business District's Heritage Assets
Buffet Lunch and Trade Show
Guest Speaker: Christopher Hume
Concurrent Afternoon Sessions
!\1Pl Accessibility Issues for Small Business: Strategies for Success
MP2 Revitalize Your Downtown with a Certified Famers' Market
.i\:lP3 Events Ideas Exchange
MP4 Face to Face with Michael Shuman
Refreshment Break in the Trade Show Area
3:15 PM .... 4:15 P,I\.1
4:45 PM ..... 5:30 PM
6:00 PM .... 7:00 PM
7:00 I'M" 9:00 Pi\:l
9:00 PM onward
Concurrent Afternoon Sessions
MP5 Reduce Crime Through a CPTED Approach
MP6 Unlocking the Creative Potential of BIAs
MP7 The Power of Place
MP8 Building on a Government's Policy - Oshawa Moves Forward
OBIAA Annual General Meeting
Busker Reception in the Trade Show Area
Banquet and Entertainment
Hospitality Suite
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Continental Breakfast in the Trade Show Area
Trade Show
Concurrent Morning Sessions
TAl Universities Locating Downtown - Powerful Synergy
T/\2 Implications of the New City of Toronto Act and Changes to the
Municipal Act for Business Improvement Areas
TA3 Tapping into Technology-
Learn How to Use e-Marketing More Effectively
Concurrent Morning Sessions
11\4 Public Participation as a Place-making Process:
Re-envisioning Stratford's Market Square
TAS Growing Appetite for Culinary Tourism and Local Food
TA6 Ontario's Best Export - BIAs
lA, 7 Dealing with the Problem of Graffiti - New Initiatives
Concurrent Morning Sessions
TA8 Community Policing - Every BIA Should be Benefiting from
This Effective Crime Prevention Tool
TA9 Is Your BIA Volunteer Program Safe Enough?
TAW Property Assessment and Valuation in the BIA:
Ontario's Experience
TAil Corporate Sponsorship...Oh, How We Yearn for Those Big Bucks!
Awards luncheon
Concurrent Afternoon Sessions
TPI Cover Your Assets - Managing Your Organization's Risk
TP2 Marketing Business Development Opportunities in Your BIA
Optional (see registration form)
Post-Conference Course:
Smart Serve Designation Course
What are You Going to Do When They Come for You?
Registration is limited to 50 people
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4:00 PM .... 7:00 PM
6:30 1'lv\ ,- 10:301""\
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Registration
Dinner in GreekTown on the Danforth BIA - optional
Come to dinner in GreekTown, the largest Greek neighbourhood in
North America and one of the most cosmopolitan areas of Toronto.
Experience GreekTown's warm hospitality. Cost of $25 a person includes
transportation, dinner and entertainment. (see registration form)
Hospitality Suite
i\t1onday, !\prU 2, 2007
7:00 /\M Registration
8:00 /\M ..... 9:00 I\M Continental Breakfast
8:00 :\M -. 7:00 PM Trade Show
9:00 /\M - 9:J5 AM Welcome - Mayor David Miller, City of Toronto
9:'15 AM .... 10:15 :\1\11 Opening Keynote Presentation
The Small-Mart Revolution: The Growing Competitiveness of Local,
Independent Businesses
Michael Shuman, Vice President, Enterprise Development, Training &
Development Corporation, Bucksport, Maine
Are communities destined to lose their businesses to global
corporations, big boxes, and chains? Hardly, argues Michael Shuman,
Vice President for Enterprise Development for the Training &
Development Corporation of Bucksport, Maine. Elaborating the case
made in his most recent book, The Small-Mart Revolution (Berrett-
Koehler, 2006), Shuman contends that small, locally owned businesses
are more competitive than most people think. Moreover, through
a bunch of simple, common-sense steps, consumers, investors,
entrepreneurs, and business associations can greatly improve the
prospects for their local economies.
JO:15 AM -, 11 :00 i\M Refreshment Break in the Trade Show Area
1 J :00 AM ..... '12:00 1';'\1 Concurrent Morning Sessions
Session ,I\;V\" Emery Village BIA - Revitalization of Communities
Giorgio Mammoliti, Councillor, City of Toronto
Come join Toronto Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti as he discusses the
economics of revitalization in the Emery Village BIA. Over the next
decade, Emery Village will witness a colossal reinvestment into its
community. As a component of this redevelopment, a number of Section
37 agreements were permitted to assist in the delivery of community
services and facilities. Emery Village BIA is on the brink of an exciting
revitalization process and we wish to share this lesson of process with
other BIAs. BIAs can revitalize communities.
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,~4A.2 Thinking Green and Saving Green
Moderator:
Brian Owen, FlRSTeam Corporation
Panelists:
Peter Love, Ontario Power Authority
Chantal Brundage, greenTbiz
Chris Winter, Conservation Council of Ontario
Vladan Veljovic, GREEN$AVER
Through direct knowledge application and actual examples of work
in progress, participants will learn about conservation and energy
efficiency opportunities that will result in bottom line savings, while
employing new and improved technology and taking advantage of
assessment, financial incentive and government/Local Distribution
Company (LDC)/utility programs. Participants will also learn how they
can initiate a business and property owner conservation program such
as greenTbiz in their BIA, as well as other BIA enhancing community and
neighbourhood-based interactions.
l\t1A3 How BIAs Can Help Small Business Serve Ethnic Consumers
More Profitably
Ashraf Ohanani, Plural Marketing and Research, Publicis Oiversite
BIAs need to understand how the cultural composition of their
neighbourhoods affects local business. This seminar will help BIAs
better serve their local members and the customers that they serve.
!\4A4 The Power of Character: The Opportunities and Challenges of
Capitalizing on Your Business District's Heritage Assets
Erik Hanson, City of Peterborough;
Dr. Robert Shipley, University of Waterloo;
Blake Holten, Port Hope Heritage Business Improvement Area
Property owners and merchants can benefit from learning about the
opportunities and challenges of protecting and promoting the heritage
assets in business improvement areas. From Peterborough to Port
Hope, hear experts discuss the impacts of heritage legislation, heritage
tax incentives, themed marketing and signage bylaws on commercial
districts. Speakers will discuss: the impact of the Heritage Property Tax
Relief program on downtown commercial cores; compliance alternatives
under the Building Code Act for heritage buildings; the effect of heritage
designation on real estate values in Ontario; and the challenges and
opportunities of using heritage as a drawing card for customers. Find
out if your Business Improvement Area should be capitalizing on your
commercial district's power of character.
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12:00 PM ... '1:45 PM
J :45 I'M .... 2:45 FM
Buffet lunch and Trade Show
Guest Speaker
The Search for Authenticity
Christopher Hume, Columnist, Toronto Star
An age in which the search for the authentic has reached epidemic
proportions is one ideally suited to BIAs. According to Toronto Star
architecture critic and urban issues columnist, Christopher Hume, the
BIAs' best strategy is one that plays to their strengths, i.e. not to try to
turn neighborhoods into something they're not, but to get back to what
makes them unique.
Concurrent Afternoon Sessions
MPl Accessibility Issues for Small Business: Strategies for Success
Speaker from SPH Planning & Consulting Limited
Improving accessibility is important for all types of businesses across
Ontario-to meet the needs of customers as well as improve the bottom
line for business owners. Provincial legislation, known as the Accessibility
for Ontarians with Disabilities Act or AODA, strives to improve
accessibility in many areas and remove barriers to daily activities for
people of all ages and abilities. Join us to learn about what the AODA
means to your business and steps that businesses can take to be
proactive, demonstrate community leadership and implement practical
solutions to creating accessible environments for all.
MP2 Revitalize Your Downtown with a Certified Famers' Market
Bob Chorney, Maureen Luoma, Farmer's Markets Ontario
Farmers' Markets Ontario is leading the way to the first ever, certified
Farmers' Market in the GTA. Join FMO Executive Director Bob Chorney
and FMO Chair and Downtown Sudbury BIA Executive Director Maureen
Luoma, who will discuss how a BIA can revitalize their business district
and their community with a certified Farmers' Market.
!\iW3 Events Ideas Exchange
Natasha Slinko, Urban Angel;
Patti Jannetta, Mississauga Waterfront Festival;
Ellen Timms, Port Credit BIA;
Susan Nicholson, Downtown Collingwood BIA, Elvis Festival
Join our seasoned panel for a lively exchange of ideas on event
management; what works well, what doesn't, how to get everyone
involved, and more. Whether running events is "old hat" to you or you're
brand new to the BIA event business, you will walk away from this
session with some new ideas to put to work back home.
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2:451'1\1.. 5:15 I'M
MP4 Face to Face with Michael Shuman
Michael Shuman, Vice President, Enterprise Development,
Training & Development Corporation, Bucksport, Maine
This session will give delegates an opportunity to talk with Michael
Shuman about his keynote address.
Refreshment Break in the Trade Show Area
Yi5 PM ... 4:15 P!'v1
Concurrent Afternoon Sessions
MP5 Reduce Crime Through a CPTED Approach
Constable Thomas McKay, Peel Regional Police
Public spaces can become safer through proper design and good
planning techniques. Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) is a design-based crime prevention tool that can be
applied within BIAs and within member businesses, to reduce both the
incidence and fear of crime. Through a review of design strategies, space
assessment and the application of CPTED concepts, BIAs will learn how
simple design changes can prevent thefts, fight criminal activity, promote
business and increase sales.
MP6 Unlocking the Creative Potential of BIAs
Reid Henry, Director of Consulting & Research, Toronto Artscape
The new 'creative economy' recognizes that value is derived from
people's ideas, talent is attracted by an area's quality of life and
competitiveness is enhanced through localized advantage. These
distinct characteristics emphasize the critical role that creative people
and unique places play in generating community prosperity. BIAs have
become active players in the convergence of creativity, community and
commerce. Learn from Canada's most innovative practitioner in creative
space development about the strategies and projects that BIAs can use
to anchor arts, culture and creative entrepreneurship in their districts.
!\:tP7 The Power of Place
Frank MacEachern, Baseline Business Geographics Inc.
We have all heard expressions like: "Location, Location, Location!" or
"Location isn't everything, it's the only thing!" or "They were in the right
place at the right time." Location has long been known to be one of the
most important factors in running a successful business. Maps have
been used for thousands of years to help people find their way or to
show people the way. This presentation will discuss ways business and
business organizations can leverage mapping technology to uncover the
hidden treasures in their location and to help them show people the way
to their location.
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Concurrent Afternoon Sessions {continued}
MP8 Building on a Government's Policy - Oshawa Moves Forward
Carol Slaughter, Downtown Oshawa Board of Management;
David Tuley, Louise Parkes, City of Oshawa
Downtown Oshawa Board of Management and the City of Oshawa will
discuss their progress and successes with the Provinces' Places to Grow
Policy and revitalization efforts that have begun, including private and
public investment that are drawing people back to the City.
OBIAA Annual General Meeting
Please join us for our Annual General Meeting right after the last session
of the day. Our board will be elected and/or re-elected, OBIAA's financial
report will be made available, you will be given an update on what
we are working on, and most importantly, we value your input to the
organization. Our board looks forward to meeting with you to hear what
is new and exciting with BIAs from around the province and beyond!
Busker Reception in the Trade Show Area
Come and enjoy these unique performers who will bring their
remarkable talents for a fun-filled event.
Banquet and Entertainment
Hospitality Suite
7:50 /\M
8:00 AM .... 9:00 AM
8:00 AM .... 2:00 PM
9:00 AM _. ! 0 :00 /\1\.1
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Continental Breakfast in the Trade Show Area
Trade Show
Concurrent Morning Sessions
TA~ Universities locating Downtown - Powerful Synergy
Rick Haldenby, Waterloo School of Architecture; Speakers TBA
Rick Haldenby, Director of the Waterloo School of Architecture,
describes the community partnerships and the economic spin-offs that
the relocation of the school brought to downtown Cambridge.
A panel of community representatives with recent experience in
recruiting educational institutions to their downtowns reflect on
successes and the lessons learned from their experiences that others
can use to guide similar efforts.
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T/\2 Implications ofthe New City of Toronto Act and Changes to
the Municipal Act for Business Improvement Areas
John Ballantine, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
The new City of Toronto Act and revisions to the Municipal Act became
effective on January 1,2007, providing greater local autonomy and
accountability. This presentation will outline how both Acts address the
relationship between municipalities and Business Improvement Areas
and potential new economic development tools such as municipal
services corporations.
T/\3 Tapping into Technology -
Learn How to Use e-Marketing More Effectively
Scott Kendall, The Technology Coach
Whether you are communicating with BIA members or the marketplace,
technology can be your most effective and cost-efficient tool. Learn
how to tap into technology utilizing emails, newsletters, blogs and your
website as a competitive advantage.
Concurrent Morning Sessions
T/\4 Public Participation as a Place-making Process:
Re-envisioning Stratford's Market Square
Laura E. Dent, Chris Rickett, Marcia Matsui, Kristin Sainsbury,
Stratford City Centre Committee
This presentation will outline the specific methods used by Stratford's
City Centre Committee in its public participation process to re-envision
the City's Market Square area located behind City Hall. The purpose
of this discussion is to present a template of best practices that other
community groups can follow in their heritage place-making projects.
T;\5 Growing Appetite for Culinary Tourism and Local Food
Susan Benson,Ministry of Tourism; Rebecca LeHeup-BucknelI,
Taste the County, Prince Edward County
Started by the municipal economic development department, Taste the
CountyrM is now an incorporated not-for-profit destination marketing
and quality enhancement organization for Prince Edward County. It
links together all the wonderful "tastes" of the County, and offers them
as both a lure to visitors...and a reason to stay. Find out how individual
community businesses are benefiting and the role a BIA can play.
Similarly the Province's culinary tourism strategy recommends a regional
approach to develop new, high-quality culinary tourism products and
experiences. The strategy seeks to link growers and producers with
stand-alone restaurants and destination accommodations in established
and emerging areas. It also advocates the development and marketing of
regional festivals and events that profile culinary excellence. The growing
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demand for local food and culinary tourism provides a wonderful
opportunity for economic development in Ontario communities. Learn
about Ontario's Culinary Tourism Strategy and specific ways that your
BIA can increase direct tourism sales by playing a role in the supply
chain for restaurants, farms, retail, hotels, inns, bed & breakfasts,
festivals, events and more. Come and explore how BIAs might benefit
from the strategy.
TAti Ontario's Best Export - BIAs
Germany is the most recent country that has introduced the BIA/BID
concept after years of research and soul searching. This round table will
be moderated by four members of CESA from North Rhine-Westfalia,
Germany, who will share their international findings about BIAs, what
other countries have done in localizing and improving the initial concept
of BIAs and how we can benefit from their experience, modification and
implementation.
TA7 Dealing with the Problem of Graffiti - New Initiatives
Constable Scott Mills, Toronto Police Service;
TBA, a youth graffiti artist
Graffiti is an expensive and frustrating problem for BIAs as they
attempt, often unsuccessfully, to control it. Constable Scott Mills is a
school police officer in the west downtown area of Toronto, who in a
collaborative effort, created partnerships between area property owners
victimized by graffiti and the youth graffiti artists through a new 'legal
wall' initiative. A graffiti artist will be the main presenter for this session.
Learn his reasons for writing graffiti and why this new project is being
supported within the "graff" community and by property owners.
Concurrent Morning Sessions
TAB Community Policing - Every BIA Should be Benefiting from
This Effective Crime Prevention Tool
Barbara Spyropoulos, Community Police Liaison Committee,
72 Division, Toronto Police Service; Peter Sloly, Toronto Police
Service; Rajender Sud, Ontario Provincial Police
Community Policing committees work to establish community and
police partnerships that are important in keeping our BIA communities
safe and more prosperous. This session will introduce Community
Police committees at both the municipal and provincial level and
demonstrate how they are the eyes and ears of the community. Learn
the best practices of specific initiatives, such as Community Mobilization,
Building Safer Communities, and Community and Rural Watch Programs,
and how an increased citizen and police interaction creates mutual
understanding and greater public safety and security. Before you
consider spending on private security or street monitoring cameras,
every BIA should know of the benefits of being involved in these active
community policing programs.
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TA9 Is Your BIA Volunteer Program Safe Enough?
Deborah Gardner, Volunteer Toronto
In order to manage risk and to demonstrate due diligence, BIAs must
have in place a system to effectively screen volunteers. This session will
introduce participants to:
· the concepts of volunteer screening and risk management
. a simple 10-step approach to screen volunteers
Participants will be provided with a copy of the Safe Enough? Reviewing
Your Screening Practices Resource published by Volunteer Canada.
T/\W Property Assessment and Valuation in the BIA:
Ontario's Experience
Bill Bradley, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
Hear how property assessments are derived using the three approaches
to value for vacant land, retail strip, shopping centre and power centre
property types. Market changes affecting the BIA properties from the
first province-wide reassessment in 1998 in Ontario to present day will
be discussed.
TAl I Corporate Sponsorship...
Oh, How We Yearn for Those Big Bucks!
Frank Greco, Frank Greco & Associates
Do we really know what we are doing when submitting those proposals?
What should and shouldn't be included, and are we under valuing our
events? What counts once the proposal reaches the decision-maker's
desk?
These and many other questions, tips and leads will be addressed
by Frank Greco of Frank Greco and Associates. His company seeks
corporate sponsorships for organizations and events such as Epilepsy's
Buskerfest. He will be joined by a senior executive from one of Canada's
largest banks, which receives hundreds of requests for corporate
sponsorships annually. Find out what will make them say, IIYES!"
Believe it or not, you only get one chance at this; make it worth your
while.
Awards Luncheon
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9;00 AM .... 12:00 PM
Concurrent Afternoon Sessions
TPl Cover Your Assets - Managing Your Organization's Risk
Denise Edwards, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural
Affairs; Ian McNeil, HKMB Insurance
Responsibilities, liabilities, insurance, and risk are concerns that not-
for-profit organizations are managing. Staff and board directors need
to be knowledgeable about their role to ensure their organizations are
accountable, transparent and managing the risks involved. This seminar
will increase your knowledge, provide some practical tools and give you
a chance to discuss the issues.
TP2 Marketing Business Development Opportunities in Your BIA
Tony Hernandez, Centre for the Study of Commercial Activity;
Jon Linton, TCI Management Consultants; John Woodburn,
Woodburn Associates; Hollee Kew, Stephen Morris
Identifying the expansion and investment opportunities in your BIA to
potential investors and entrepreneurs is easier said than done-come to
this how-to session to familiarize yourself with a step-by-step process
for how to identify downtown business opportunities and prepare
a plan to market them. You will come away from this session armed
with information about how to prepare yourself for undertaking an
expansion and recruitment strategy for your BIA. Also learn what kind
of market information a potential investor or entrepreneur needs to have
before they decide to locate in a given business district-consider how
your BIA can work with the economic development department of your
municipality to reach these franchisors, independent business owners or
national chains.
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Optional (see registration form)
Post-Conference Course:
Smart Serve Designation Course
What are You Going to Do When They Come for You?
More and more BIAs are using beer gardens to help finance events and
festivals. What is your exposure when you sign the Special Occasion
Permits (SOPs)? This value-added session will not only inform you
of legalities and responsibilities associated with SOPs and associated
alcohol service, but at the end of the session, pending a quiz, you will
receive a Smart Serve Ontario certificate. This session is limited to 50
people. An additional fee of $27.50 will apply over and above the
conference registration fee to offset the costs of takeaway materials, a
personalized certificate and Smart Serve pin.
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TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE CLERKAND COUNCIL
1 st Canadian Municipal Wireless Applications Conference & Exhibition
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May 28, 29, 30, 2007 Direct Energy Centre, CNE, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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To the City Clerk
City of Niagara Falls
City Hall, P. 0 Box 1023
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls L2E 6X5
Paris, February 14, 2007
Dear Madam, Dear Sir,
Please find attached a copy of the invitation to GLOBAL CITY, the International Forum for
Urban Decision Makers, that we sent to the Mayor and which may be of interest for all
members of the Council.
I remain at your disposal for any further details on GLOBAL CITY, that will be held from
May 14 to 16, in Lyon, France.
Best regards,
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Beatrice Gravier
International Development Director
GlobalCity
+ 33 1 41 90 46 23
Beatrice. gravier@reedmidem.com
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Walmar House,
296 Regent Street
Lyon, 17 FEV. 2007
Dear Mr Mayor,
I am very pleased to invite you to take part in GLOBAL CITY, the international forum for
urban decision-makers, the third edition of which will be held at the Centre de Congres of the
Cite Internationale of Lyon, from 14 to 16 May 2007.
By promoting the exchange of best practices and establishing a constructive dialogue
between all urban decision-makers - public and private - GLOBAL CITY offers a unique
opportunity to discuss the most pressing issues that our modern cities are-facing.
Grand Lyon is committed to an active policy of sustainable development and is delighted to
be hosting GLOBAL CITY for the second consecutive year. Over'1,OOO of the .key
international urban decision-makers, including mayors, local authority representatives, urban
planners, investors, strategic service providers and city networks from more than 40
countries, are expected in May in Lyon to discuss the topic "Making the city sustainable:
can it really work?" in a comprehensive conference programme including interactive
sessions led by 50 international cities.
I invite you to reserve Tuesday 15 May 2007 as of now, a day completely reserved for you.
Indeed, for the third time, the Mayors' Summit will bring together over 100 mayors from all
over the world to discuss behind closed doors this key question: "What role can cities play to
tackle global warming?". This event will be followed by the traditional Mayors' Lunch.
Mr. David Bronconnier, Mayor of Calgary, together with other international mayors and
experts, will start that day discussing the question: "ls the city really benefiting from
sustainable development? How strategies affect economic impact?".
I look forward to seeing you at GLOBAL CITY 2007.
Yours faithfully,
Mr Ted Salci
Mayor
City of Niagara Falls
. City Hall, P.O. Box 1023
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls L2E 6X5
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Focused on urban leadership challenges, this "closed-door meeting" is exclusively for mayors and city leaders,
and by invitation only. It provides an opportunity for them to meet with their international counterparts, share
their personal visions of sustainability, and discuss the pressing issues facing their communities.
.", THEME 2007: <<The impact of climate changes on urban strategies and energy policies. Which
actions can city implement to tackle carbon emissions? How can cities impact on climate change
effects? Best solutions to tackle the energy consumption.>>
Nine workshops have been arranged to discuss different aspects of urban problematics. They have been divided into 9 sub-
themes. 8 international mayors will attend each workshop, along with an expert facilitator and a note taker.
Sub-themes 2007: (Programme as of 15 February 07 - This programme is subject to change)
Q Climate change impact: adaptation. and mitigation
strategies
Q How can a city define and implement a low carbon
procurement policy?
o Waste as resources: strategies to turn waste into new
products
Q Citizen involvement: incentive and education
Q low carbon building policy: What policies for. public
buildings? What policies for urban redevelopments. and
new developments? How can the private sector be
involved?
Q How cities can help shaping new consumer lifestyles?
Q Accessibility policies and transport strategies
Q Climate change and innovation: Economic and
employment opportunities for cities
Q Oecentralised energy and ESCOs (Energy Service
Companies): how to finance low carbon solutions?
SUMMIT'S SCHEDULE:
o 11 :00: Welcome Speech by Gerard Collomb, Senator-Mayor of Lyon, President of Greater Lyon and President of Eurocities
011:10: Presentation of the theme addressed by Jerome Chartier, Deputy-Mayor of Domont and President of the Board of the Forum for
Urban Management
o 11 :20: Opening Discussions by Olivier Regis, General Delegate of the Forum for Urban Management
o 11 :30: Workshops' Launch (1 theme per roundtable, 1 language - either English or French)
o 12:45: Closing of the Mayors' Summit and << Closing remarks >> by Gerard CoUomb
Mayors' Lunch: Tuesday 15 May from 13.15 to 14.30 (by invitation only)
Take advantage of this networking lunch to continue discussions initiated during the Mayors' Summit
and to forge valuable relationships with your counterparts.
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GLOBAL CITY 2007 .. Making the city sustainable: can really work?
Preliminary Conference Programme
As of February 08, 2007 - This programme is subject to change at any time.
GLOBAL CITY is the only international networking forum where mayors, political leaders and senior city
executives can share strategies, methods and concrete solutions to help them implement their vision of a
sustainable city and metropolitan region. Here, they are able to meet annually with both private and public
sector decision-makers to address the most pressing issues facing modern cities. The programme of conferences
offers a unique panorama of sustainable strategies and innovative solutions presented by international cities
and their private partners.
Benefit from our high profile keynotes' expertise
SIR DAVID KING, Chief Scientific Adviser to HM Government and Head of the Office of Science and
Innovation, UK
"Climate change is the biggest global challenge we face collectively. The weight of scientific evidence is now established
beyond all reasonable doubt, and the implications for people across the planet will be profound. We must act, and
quickly, both to reduce the future impacts of climate change and to adapt to those impacts that cannot be avoided".
Sir David King was appointed as the Government's Chief Scientific Adviser and Head of the Office of Science and Innovation in October 2000.
Born in South Africa in 1939, and after an early career at the University of Witwatersrand, Imperial College and the University of East
Anglia, he became the Brunner Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Liverpool in 1974. In 1988, he was appointed Professor of
Physical Chemistry at the University of Cambridge and subsequently became Master of Downing College (1995-2000), and Head of the
University Chemistry Department (1993-2000). He retains his position at Cambridge University as Director of Research.
CHRIS LUEBKEMAN, Director, Arup Foresight Innovation and Incubation, UK
Chris Luebkeman's wish is that everyone on the planet would not only know, but also be able to understand, the impact
that his/her everyday life has on the planet. He runs the Global Foresight and Innovation initiative at Arup, a global
design and engineering firm and leading creative force behind many of the world's most innovative projects and
structure such as the Sydney Opera House, the Pompidou Centre and Tate Modern and is creating Dongtan, the world's
first eco-city, on an island off Shanghai. In his role, he conceives new ways of building-recyclable buildings, reusable offices and furniture
that can decompose-and works with some of the world's largest companies to develop what he calls 'plausible futures' to better understand
the opportunities that change is creating for them in the built environment.
They are expected at Global City 2007. Come and meet theml
Jean-Claude ANTONINI, Mayor of Angers (France) · Robert ASSANTE, Deputy Mayor of Marseille (France) · Tatiana BOSTEElS, Climate Change
Manager, London Climate Change Agency (UK) · Jean-Pierre BENQUE, Deputy General Manager, Groupe EDF (France) · Jean-Marie BOCKEl, Senator,
Mayor of Mulhouse (France) · Dave BRONCONNIER, Mayor of Calgary (Canada) · Jean~Pierre CAFFET, Deputy Mayor of Paris (France) · Jerome
CHARTIER, President, Forum for Urban Management (France) · Greg CLARK, Lead Advisor on City and Regional Development, UK Government · Gerard
COllOMB, President of Eurocities, Senator-Mayor of Lyon and President of Greater Lyon (France) · Jean-Michel DAClIN, Vice-President Greater Lyon,
Charge du Rayonnement international de la Ville (France) · Michel DELE BARRE, President of the Committee of Regions and President & Deputy-Mayor of
Dunkirk (France) · Hella DUNGER-LOPER, Permanent Secretary for Building and Housing, Berlin Senate (Germany) · Mercedes ERRA, Chairman, Euro
RSCG Worlwide (France). Paul HELMINGER, Bourgmestre of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) · Mick HENRY, Leader of Gateshead City Council (UK) ·
Bertrand KERN, Mayor of Pantin (France) · Yves LION, Architect (France) · leopoldo LOPEZ, Mayor of Chacao (Venezuela) · Menna MAAS, Chef
Executive Officer ING RE Development (The Netherlands) · Tony McNALL V, Managing Director, Climate Change Solutions · Gerard MAGNIN, General
Delegate, Energie-Cites (Europe) · Pierre MAUROY, President de la Communaute Urbaine de Lille (France) · Letizia MORATTI, Mayor of Milan (Italy) ·
Michel MOYNIER, Mayor of Narbonne (France) · Roman ONDERKA, Mayor of Brno (Czech Republic) · Joe PANTALONE, Deputy Mayor of Toronto
(Canada) · Catherine PARMENTIER, General Manager of Eurocities · Mario PEZZINI, Head of Territorial Reviews and Governance Division, OECD
(France) · Jean PISTRE, Architect (France) · Jean-Marie RAUSCH, Mayor of Metz (France) · Anne-Marie SACQUET, General Manager, Comite 21
(France). Oh SE-HOON, Mayor of Seoul (South Korea) · Mbhazima SHILOWA, Premier of Gauteng Province (South Africa) · Joe SPIEGEL, President de
la Communaute d'Agglomeration de Mulhouse Sud Alsace (France) · Bernd STEINACHER, Regional Director Verband Region Stuttgart and President of
METREX (Germany) · Gino VAN BEGIN, Regional Director for Europe, ICLEI (Allemagne) · Peter V AN DER VElDEN, Mayor of Breda (The Netherlands) ·
Daniel ZENA ITI, Vice President, Grenoble Metropole (France)
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Leading international mayors exchange their vision with renowned experts and key urban partners.
o CAN CITIES REALLY BECOME SUSTAINABLE? WHAT TYPE OF ECONOMIC IMPACT Will THE
DIFFERENT STRATEGIES HAVE?
Tuesday 15 May 2007, 09.30 - 10.30
The human ecological footprint is now considerable. We have to build, organise and imagine our cities in a
new way. Which sustainable development policies are financially viable for cities? What is the common
ground between sustainable development and economic development? How are cities and businesses working together to
build sustainable urban areas through strong markets?
o HOSTING GLOBAL EVENTS: A CATALYST FOR URBAN DEVELOPMENT
Tuesday 15 May 2007, 17.30 - 19.00
Cities are increasingly involved in the international competition to host global events. However, can global
events produce long-term economic growth for cities? Do they really engage the private sector? In terms of
business benefits, is the effort worthwhile for the private sector? Can global events be a catalyst to build a
global city? Join us for this key debate.
o REDUCING THE CARBON FOOTPRINT OF CITIES: FROM AWARENESS TO ACTION
Wednesday 16 May 2007, 9.30 - 11.00
Cities are at the heart of the climate change debate as half of the world's population lives in urban areas
and cities account for 70% of green-house gas emissions. Logically, cities are the ideal places for
promoting innovative solutions to reduce the carbon footprint without reducing quality of place.
Sp'echlIIF'ocus on Climate Change and Energy
Organised in partnership with Climate Change Solutions (UK) and Iddri (France)
Global City is dedicated' to fostering the exchange of solutions and best practices between the whole range
of stakeholders to make urban areas better places to live, work and invest. As such, Global City has
decided to put a strong focus on Climate Change and Energy, providing its participants with a variety of
tools and experiences allowing them to better tackle the energy challenge and helping them to fight against
global warming. This focus will be reflected within Global City conference and events programme.
Mayolrs:' ~Summit
Tuesday 15 May 2007, 11.15 - 13.15
The Mayors' Summit is co-organised with the Forum for Urban Management (France)
Knowledge Partner: Veolia Environnement
The challenges of climate changes: an opportunity to reconsider the energy policies.
Which actions can city implement to tackle carbon emissions? How can cities impact on
climate change effects? Best solutions to tackle the energy consumption.
Focused on urban leadership challenges, this "closed-door meeting" provides an opportunity for mayors
and city leaders to meet with their international counterparts in order to debate on the role cities can play
in the struggle against global warming and the various solutions they can implement, among which:
mitigation strategies, energy savings, green procurement, low carbon buildings, transport policies, waste' solutions,
innovation and employment opportunities...
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Attend more than 30 Urban Comparative Sessions
Each session will showcase 2 or 3 emblematic cities having tackled the same issue. Along with their partners, they will present their
strategy, the reason for this choice, the implementation process as well as the results. This will allow Global City participants to analyse a
whole range of solutions and to get inspiration for the implementation of their own solutions policies.
Among 2007 sessions:
THE ATTRACTIVE CITY
THE GREEN CITY
o Moving London towards a sustainable low carbon city
o Local climate strategy: how to create a dialogue
among all political and socio-economic actors and
citizens? Expected cities / regions: Grenoble Metropole (France),
PACA Association (Provence/Alpes/Cote d'Azur) (France)
o Oecentralised and renewable energy systems
Expected Cities: Birmingham (UK), Copenhagen (Denmark), Pantin
(France)
o << Biofuel Cities >>: what is the opportunity in terms
of alternative fuel systems? Expected Cities: Litle (France),
Stockholm (Sweden)
o Move green! A real revolution on public transport
policies: mobility, inter-modality, respect for the
environment Expected Cities: Krakow (Poland), Paris (France)
o The regeneration of urban space: balancing tradition
and modernity Expected Cities: Dunkirk (France), Grenoble
(France)
o Integrating sustainability principles at each level of
the city's strategic management: how ambitious can we
be? Expected Cities: Angers (France), Breda (The Netherlands),
Freiburg (Germany)
o Green neighbourhoods: a unique approach that is
applicable everywhere Expected Cities: Narbonne (France),
Paris (France), Thames Gateway London (UK)
o Mega urban projects and sustainable development:
can both ends meet? Expected Cities: Akademia City (Russia),
Mecca (Saudi Arabia)
o Sustainable regeneration of neighbourhoods
o Housing and sustainable development strategy
THE COLLABORATIVE CITY
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o Major infrastructure: a solution to improve
accessibility in the city?
Expected Cities: Berlin (Germany), Hamburg (Germany), Lyon
(France), Stuttgart (Germany)
, 0 Financing metropolitan assets and infrastructures:
how to match grants, loans and equity to promote
progress and profitability?
o Credit ratings: can they playa role beyond the
financial markets to promote investment in cities?
Expected Cities: Barcelona (Spain), Bolzano (Italy), Brno (Czech
Republic)
o << Clusters >> I <<poles de competitivite >> I << distretti
industriali >>: different models, same goal? The
experience of Lyon (France), Milan (Italy) and Munich
(Germany)
o Becoming an international icon: evolve your
territorial marketing strategy Expected Cities:
Drummondville (Canada), Lyon (France), Manchester (UK)
o Culture as a catalyst for urban development? Expected
Cities: Gateshead (UK), Lille (France), Lyon (France), Montreal
(Canada)
o Lighting the city: artistic concept, improving security,
saving energy, supporting new technologies. Focus on
two of the winners of the City People Light Prize:
Leipzig (Germany) and Vienna (Austria)
o Mega projects in public transport: easier and quicker
access between cities
o Regeneration of city districts: the impact of retai I
real estate? Expected Cities: Gdansk (Poland), Poznan (Poland)
o Creating the attraction of a city via its cluster of
expertise Expected Cities: Dijon (France), Valencia (Spain)
o From competition to collaboration: << QuattroPole >>, the exchange of know-how between a European transborder
city network Expected Cities: Luxemburg (Luxemburg), Metz (France), Sarrebruck (Germany), Trier (Germany)
o Inter-municipal cooperation: fostering dynamism, preserving territorial identity, and addressing common
challenges! Expected Cities: The Asturias (Spain), Comune di Settimo Torinese (Italy)
o << Greater Lyon, the entrepreneurial approach: public private partnerships as the main strategy for the
development of the Greater Lyon". A local economic management model
o Get citizens to participate! The responsible involvement of citizens in urban development Expected Cities: Calgary
(Canada), Ghent (Belgium), Liverpool (UK)
o City governance, civil and social dialogue: how to involve the stakeholders in the strategic decision-making process
o City centre growth and management
More on the conference programme, confirmed cities and speakers on: www.globalcityforum.com
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