Room To Grow Conference
Canada Room to Grow is an educational and networking forum for Canoe suppliers that currently hold a Sourcewell contract. This is a great opportunity to meet our team and explore how to grow your business with Canoe in the Canadian market.
This year’s event will take place in Banff, Alberta, Canada at the luxurious Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel on October 4 – 6, 2023.
Agenda
| Wednesday, October 4 | ||||
| TIME | ACTIVITY | LOCATION | ||
| 8:30 – 11:30 am | One on One Meetings | Banff Springs Hotel – Victoria & Palliser Boardroom | ||
| 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Registration | Banff Springs Hotel – Heritage Hall Foyer | ||
| 12:15 – 3:30 pm | Offsite activity Group 1 to depart at 12:20 pm and return at 2:45 pm . Group 2 will depart at 1:00 pm and return at 3:15 pm. | Lake Minnewanka Private Boat Cruise & Bus Tour | ||
| 6:00 – 9:00 pm | Welcome reception and dinner | Banff Springs Hotel – Cascade / Conservatory | ||
| Thursday, October 5 | ||||
| TIME | ACTIVITY | LOCATION | ||
| 7:00 – 8:00 am | Breakfast | Banff Springs Hotel – Mt Stephen Hall | ||
| 8:00 – 8:30 am | Welcome and introductions Dave Dextraze and Tyler Hanneman | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 8:30 – 8:45 am | The Sourcewell Canoe Procurement Connection Tom Perttula | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 8:45 – 10:15 am | Keynote Speaker – Laval St. Germain Step Out/Shove Off | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 10:15 – 10:30 am | Coffee break | Banff Springs Hotel – Mt Stephen Hall | ||
| 10:30 – 11:15 am | Canoe Procurement: Your Canadian Partner for Success Jesse Patenaude, Fred Krause, Brandon Low, and William Peachman | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 11:15 am – 12:00 pm | Sia Partners – The Face of Change Sia Partners, a leading international management and AI consulting firm, has offices in over 18 countries across the globe. Presented by Sohail Thaker. | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Lunch | Banff Springs Hotel – Mt Stephen Hall | ||
| 1:00 – 2:00 pm | ATB – Alberta Treasury Branch economists share economic forecasts and scenarios through their analysis of trends in the provincial economy and across global markets. Presentation by Mark Parsons, Chief Economist. | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Doing Business with the Canadian Public Sector We have assembled a group of Public Sector Professionals to share their insights on best practices and the future of procurement for the Canadian Public Sector. Presentated by Lloyd Brierley, Tony Kulbisky, and Shaune Kovitch. | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 3:00 – 3:15 pm | Coffee break | Banff Springs Hotel – Mt Stephen Hall | ||
| 3:15 – 4:00 pm | RMA Government Update – Paul McLauchlin & Gerald Rhodes | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 4:00 – 4:30 pm | Wrap up Dave Dextraze and Tyler Hanneman | Banff Springs Hotel – Alhambra Room | ||
| 5:00 – 9:00 pm | Dinner Bus departs at 5:30 pm | Sky Bistro Dinner and Banff Gondola | ||
| Friday, October 6 | ||||
| TIME | ACTIVITY | LOCATION | ||
| 7:00 – 9:00 am | Breakfast, at leisure | Vouchers to be used at Banff Springs Hotel – sponsored by Canoe | ||
| 8:30 – 10:30 am | One on One Meetings | Banff Springs Hotel – Victoria & McKenzie Boardroom | ||
Venue maps
Shuttle Information
If you are flying into the Calgary International Airport, we have also arranged a special shuttle rate to get to Banff via Brewster Express. The airport desk is located in the Domestic terminal. To reserve your seat:
- Book online or call the toll-free number at 1.877.625.4372
- To get the special 15% off rate, when booking online use the code “roomtogrow” or if calling, mention you’re attending the Room to Grow event.
There is no guarantee of specific departure times and certain shuttles can sell out or be cancelled due to lack of bookings. You can cancel your booking until 90 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.
One on One Meetings
To book one-on-one meetings with Canoe staff, please contact Sheila Ashton, Business Services Coordinator, via email at sheila@canoeprocurement.ca to schedule a time slot.
Please note, there are limited spaces available so meetings will be booked on a first come, first served basis.
Registration
Room to Grow is an invite-only event and invitations are not transferrable. Registration is now closed.
If you have any questions, please contact Sheila Ashton, Business Services Coordinator, via email at sheila@canoeprocurement.ca.
Venue
This year’s event will take place in Banff, Alberta at the stunning Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Attendees are required to cover their own travel and accommodations. Canoe has reserved a block of rooms at the hotel at a special rate.
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
405 Spray Avenue
Banff, Alberta
T1L 1J4
To book rooms in the room block at the conference rate, please contact Canoe Business Services Coordinator Sheila Ashton via email at sheila@canoeprocurement.ca. Available rooms are limited.
Keynote Speaker
Laval St. Germain is an extraordinary individual who embodies the true spirit of adventure and resilience, making him an expert on how to turn dreams into reality. He has taken on some of the most challenging expeditions on the planet, defying limits and pushing the boundaries of his mind, body and spirit in the pursuit of his dreams.
Laval St. Germain is a pilot for Canadian North Airlines, flying a Boeing 737, fueling his passion for travelling and exploring the world. His remarkable accomplishments span various modes of transportation, including boat, bike, and foot. In 2016, he set a world record by rowing solo across the Atlantic in just 53 days to raise funds for the Alberta Cancer Foundation.
Among his outstanding achievements, Laval St Germain is the first and so far the only Canadian to climb Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen (O2).
Through his remarkable expeditions, Laval St. Germain has left an indelible mark on the world of adventure. His pursuit of exploration knows no bounds, demonstrating the power of determination and resilience in the face of challenges. He completed six ultramarathons and has set national and international records by boat, bike and on foot.
As an acclaimed keynote speaker, Laval St. Germain shares his captivating stories and experiences with audiences around the world. His presentations are emotional, and gripping, and offer a glimpse into a world beyond ordinary limits. Laval’s talks inspire others to embrace their own dreams, set ambitious goals, and pursue them with unwavering determination. His ability to step far beyond the risks, comfort into the world of adventure and return alive is a testament to his indomitable spirit.
Panelists
Tony Kulbisky, CLGM is the First Vice-President of the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) and also the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for Westlock County. He brings with him over 30 years of provincial, regional, and municipal experience including more than 25 years in senior management.
Tony holds a BA from the University of Alberta (U of A) and a number of certificates including a Municipal Management and Leadership Certificate from the School of Business and a National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration with Distinction both from the U of A.
Tony won the prestigious 2016 Award of Excellence provided by the Society of Local Government Managers of Alberta and was selected for the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012.
Tony has also served his community as a professional 1001 volunteer firefighter for over 15 years. Tony has served provincially on the Local Government Administrative Association (LGAA) Board as Director, becoming Vice President in 2011 and serving as President from 2013 – 2016 and now sits as Past-President.
Tony is an avid runner, having completed several charity runs as well as 18 half marathons (21 km) and two full marathons (42 km).
