2010 CAMA Annual National Conference
The 39th Annual CAMA Conference will be held from May 31 to June 2, 2010 in the City of Toronto, Ontario. The conference hotel is the Fairmont Royal York. This year’s theme is “Seizing Opportunities – Action Through Leadership”.
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
With interest in the current economy being forefront in everyone’s mind, a conference entitled “Seizing Opportunities – Action Through Leadership” is sure to attract attention and generate discussion. Sessions will focus on Leadership in Municipal Finance, Innovation and Governance. Celebrate the best in Canadian municipal government with the Community Leadership Awards and the CAMA Awards of Excellence. Social activities include the popular CAMA golf tournament, a Casual Night Out and the President’s Reception and Dinner. The program and on-line registration will be available the week of February 8th, 2010.
The Conference will feature keynote speaker, Mr. Jim Carroll, with a presentation entitled “Where Do We Go From Here?” Why Innovators Will Rule in the Post-Recession Economy – And How You Can Join Them!”. To view a clip of what Jim will be talking about at the 2010 CAMA Conference visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVmO-MQt73I
Jim Carroll has been providing insight to organizations about trends, the future, innovation and creativity for fifteen years. And since the economic meltdown began last year, he has been keynoting events worldwide, rapidly adjusting the theme to one of “how you can innovate during a recession?” Jim’s clients include such organizations as General Dynamics, the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Walt Disney Organization, the Government Finance Officers Association, and over 4,000 people at the recent National Recreation and Parks Association annual conference in Salt Lake City. To view a clip of Jim’s opening keynote in Salt Lake City visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ff5dDE2otzo
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Registration online for CAMA’s 2010 Annual Conference will be available in January 2010. Online registration will be the only way to register for this year’s conference.
The registration fees are $550.00 + GST for members and $650.00 + GST for non-members.
ACCOMMODATION
The Conference Organizing Committee has made arrangements for room blocks and special conference rates at the conference hotel, the Fairmont Royal York. The Fairmont Royal York has been a Toronto landmark since it opened in 1929. Its historic silhouette and distinctive castle-like architecture distinguish Toronto’s skyline. In the heart of Toronto’s financial and entertainment districts, two blocks from Harbourfront, The Fairmont Royal York gives guests immediate access to all Toronto has to offer. The world famous CN Tower and SkyDome stadium are just three blocks west. Union Station, Toronto’s main inter-city, commuter and subway train station is located directly to Toronto’s famed underground PATH network of more than 1,000 shops and services.
Fairmont Royal York
100 Front Street West
Toronto, ON
M5J 1E3
Telephone Number: 416-368-2511
Fax Number: 416-368-9040
Conference Rates are as follows and are also subject to a 3% Destination Marketing Fee, 5% Provincial Hotel Room Tax, and 5% Goods and Services Tax :
Your reservation must be made before April 30, 2010 in order to take advantage of the special rates negotiated for the Conference. For reservations please call the Reservations Department at 1-800-663-7229, the Global Reservations Centre at 1-800-441-1414, or the dedicated reservation phone line for this event at 1-416-368-2511. When making your reservation, please identify yourself as being with the CAMA group. Reservations can also be made by using the website at the following link: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/camaconference
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