"Economic Development - Power of Technology"

October 5 - 8, 2008

Montreal, QC

Host Organizations - Cree Regional Authority & Tewatohnhi'saktha (Kahnawake Economic Development Commission)

Conference Fees -

CANDO Members - $450 + GST
Non-members - $550 + GST
Education Stream - $300 + GST
Students & Elders - $150 + GST

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Conference Highlights - 

• 6th Annual NIEEF Charity Fundraiser Golf Tournament, Lafleur Golf Course
• Community Tour & Annual General Meeting (AGM), Mohawk Council of Kahnawá:ke
• Icebreaker Reception, McCord Museum of Canadian History, Theme: Jersey Night
• Trade Show / Artisan Show & Sale
• Aboriginal Economic Development Plenary
• Economic Development - Power of Technology Plenary
• Conference Workshop / Short Snapper Sessions
• Making a Difference Panel
• Community Cultural Event
• 4th Annual National Youth Panel
• Economic Developer of the Year Award Presentations
• President's Reception, Dinner & Dance
• Entertainment by Melisa Pash, Brian Majore, The Tiohtiake Drum, Bear Fox & The
• Ahkwesahsne Women Singers, DerRic Starlight and The River Mohawk Band!

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The CANDO Conference is an excellent opportunity to learn more about Aboriginal Community Economic Development and speak with the people directly involved in improving the economic viability of Canada's Aboriginal communities. To learn more about the upcoming conference or to register, click here>>  or call 1-800-463-9300.

Accommodations

Please note, the CANDO block of rooms will be released on Monday, September 15, 2008. **Please ask for "CANDO Rate" when booking your accommodation; you can also make your reservations on line at http://www.edo.ca/conference/2008/conference-hotel.

Delta Centre-Ville

Phone: 514-879-1370 / Fax: 514-879-1831 / Toll-Free: 1-888-890-3222

More details of Conference Events:

Education Stream

CANDO and the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) have merged together to offer an online Introduction to Community Economic Development (ACED) 100 Course. Students will have the opportunity join together in a classroom throughout the conference and in conjunction with online learning. If you think this course is going to benefit your career - register today! 

Golf Tournament

The 6th Annual NIEEF Golf Tournament will kick off of on Sunday, October 5th at Lafleurs Golf Club. Space is limited to 144 players on a first come first serve basis; and for the price of $125, each golfer will be competing for prizes in various categories & will be entitled to receive: 18 holes of Texas Scramble golf excitement; round trip transportation to & from the course; a golf cart; a chance to win amazing prizes donated by our generous stakeholders; and a delicious dinner after the golf tournament. To register or to become a golf tournament stakeholder, contact our office at 1-800-463-9300. For more information visit our web site at www.edo.ca .

Community Tour & Annual General Meeting (AGM)

The AGM will take place on Monday, October 6, 2008. This year conference delegates will have an opportunity to partake in a community tour of Kahnawá:ke followed by the AGM. The Kanawake Marina, located on the island of Tekakwitha will be this year's host for the AGM. The meeting will be preceded by a traditional lunch.

Natural Resources Tour

The October 6th afternoon tour will take conference delegates to Forintek in Pointe Claire, QC. Forintek Division is Canada's national wood products research institute. Its role is to support the forest products industry in optimizing manufacturing processes, extracting higher value products from the available resource and meeting customer's expectations of performance, durability and affordability. 

Icebreaker

This year's Icebreaker Reception will be hosted at the Montreal's McCord Museum of Canadian History - home to collections of costumes, paintings, art and Aboriginal objects. Come and join us for an evening of socializing and networking accompanied by great food and entertainment. Transportation to / from the museum will be provided.

Trade Show / Artisan Show & Sale

The Trade show / Artisan show & sale will be held at the Delta Centre-Ville from October 6th to 8th, 2008. 

Community Cultural Event

Knights of Columbus Hall located in Kahnawá:ke will open its doors to host this year's Community Event. Delegates will get a chance to enjoy a traditional meal along with entertainment provided by Bear Fox & The Ahkwesahsne Women Singers and comedian DerRic Starlight. Transportation to / from the hall will be provided.

National Youth Panel

The 4th Annual National Youth Panel will be held during the CANDO Conference & AGM on October 8th, 2008. Be prepared to be motivated and inspired by the words of the six panelists who will come to the conference from across Canada. Each one of them will share how they are making a difference in their communities through their many talents, strengths and challenges. 

Economic Developer of the Year Award Presentations

When we see success - we like to acknowledge it. Four outstanding examples of Aboriginal economic development will be recognized and awarded for their hard work and dedication this year.

President's Reception, Dinner & Dance

CANDO Awards presentations, NIEEF Scholarship announcement, Trade Show prizes, Lucky Numbers Raffle, 2009 Conference kick-off and 2008 Conference closing. Dress code: semi-formal.

Neighborhood Renewal . . . Does it matter? Yes, because millions of Canadian children can*t escape the cycle of poverty because of the neighbourhoods they live in. How important is it? Very, because disadvantaged neighbourhoods can lead to crime and disengaged youth.
Should you be concerned? Absolutely, because inadequate housing affects all Canadians.

If you believe all Canadians deserve access to affordable housing in thriving neighbourhoods you need to join us at our refreshing and stimulating symposia on Neighbourhood Renewal.

Collaborate with experts and affect change in your community . . .
because every Canadian deserves to have a place to call home.

CHRA 2008
Housing and Neighbourhood Renewal,
Montreal, September 9-10, 2008

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Growing Home, the second national conference on homelessness, will be held in Calgary, Alberta from February 18 to 20, 2009. You are invited to submit a proposal and to register for this national conference, where you can engage in an exchange of promising practices from direct service. Learn about administrative and research perspectives, and policy formulation for all levels of government. Explore the development of a national coalition of homeless service constituents. Check these pages regularly for updates on our program and registration.

The deadline for abstract submissions is September 15, 2008.
Deadline for early conference registration is December 15, 2008.

Building on the momentum of the First Canadian Conference on Homelessness:
...held in 2005 at York University, Growing Home: Housing and Homelessness in Canada supports continuance of the following goals:

* Providing a venue for sharing ideas, experiences, research and practices about homelessness in Canada.
* Addressing a broad range of issues contributing to the complexity of homelessness and focus on diverse homeless sub-populations.
* Engaging all stakeholders in discussions about homelessness in order to reduce the socio-economic, sectoral, and geographical divisions that act as barriers to knowledge mobilization.

In addition, Growing Home: Housing and Homelessness in Canada has added a fourth goal:

* Developing a national coalition of persons dedicated to ending the Canadian housing crisis