March events at the Shaw Conference Centre

The following major events are scheduled at the Shaw Conference Centre during March 2009:

March 4, 2009 – Canadian Business Leader Award Dinner
Presented by the University of Alberta, School of Business, this dinner celebrates the leadership, vision and
community spirit of Hal Kvisle, President and CEO, TransCanada Corporation. For more information and to
register visit www.business.ualberta.ca/ext-relations/cbla/  or call 780-492-2348.

March 5, 2009 – The Citadel Theatre presents - California Wine Fair 2009
Featuring 350 wines and accompanied by delectable appetizers, The California Wine Fair is a tasty fundraiser in
support of the Citadel Theatre. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.citadeltheatre.com  or call 780-425-1820.

March 5-6, 2009 – Central East Alberta Teachers Convention.
Over 1400 teachers and administrators will be attending their annual professional development sessions. Visit
www.ceatca.teachers.ab.ca  for more information.

March 6, 2009 – Red Carpet Affair 2009
Canadian Paraplegic Association of Alberta invites you to the sixth annual Red Carpet Affair featuring Canada's
2008 Athlete of the Year Chantel Petitclerc, winner of five gold medals at the Beijing Paralympics. This gala
dinner, awards ceremony, live and silent auction raises funds to provide services to persons with spinal cord
injuries and other physical disabilities. For more information visit www.canparaplegic.org.  

March 7, 2009 – Edmonton Science Olympics
Science Olympics is an interactive science competition and interschool event sponsored by the Association of
Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA). Students from Grades one through
12 are given a series of applications or problem-solving challenges that demonstrate the fun side of exploring
science. Visit www.apegga.org/K12/olympics/toc.html  or call 780-426-3990 for further details.

March 7, 2009 – Alberta Aboriginal Youth Achievement Awards 2009
Come and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Alberta's Aboriginal Youth with free admission, live
entertainment, refreshments, and a DJ reception. For more information contact Christie Ladouceur at
780-423-2237 or by email at cladouceur@metis.org.  

March 14, 2009 – Awards of Excellence in Housing Gala
Each year the spectacular Awards of Excellence in Housing Gala is held at the Shaw Conference Centre for
thousands of guests. Through its ongoing success it has become one of the largest events in the Capital Region.
Contact Kendall Fulfit for more information 780-702-0322.

March 17, 2009 – Buildex Edmonton Conference & Exposition
Visit Edmonton's premier conference and exposition for real estate, property management, interior design,
architecture, renovation and construction. See over 150 exhibits with new and green products. More than 30educational seminars will offer low cost solutions for the design,
construction and renovation of all buildings: residential, commercial, educational, healthcare, hotels, institutional. For more information visit
www.buildexedmonton.com  or call 1-877-739-2112.

March 19, 2009 – Mac & Cheese Luncheon
Mac & Cheese Luncheon is a fundraiser in support of the Inner Cities Agencies Foundation. Tickets are $150
each or $1,200 for a table of 10. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.icaf.ca  or call
780-990-1000.

March 20, 2009 – TFC6 Domination
TFC6 Domination fights are featuring Joe Fonoti vs. Nick Penner, Claude Patrick vs. Dave Mazany and Gina
Mazany vs. Jackie Mikalsky. Tickets range from $52.50 to $210 and are available at www.ticketmaster.ca.  

March 26, 2009 – CISC 2009 Alberta Steel Design Awards of Excellence Dinner
The CISC 2009 Alberta Steel Design Awards of Excellence Dinner recognize companies’ innovation and steel
design projects in Alberta. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.ciscabawardsdinner.com.  

March 29, 2009 – Edmonton Collectible Toy and Comic Show
The Edmonton Collectible Toy and Comic Show is Western Canada's premier collectibles event with the largest
selection of vintage and modern toys, comic books, anime, video games and pop culture memorabilia. With
nearly 200 vendors, artists, industry professionals and special guests from across North America in attendance,
the Edmonton Collectible Toy and Comic Show is sure to offer something for everyone. Special guests include
James Kyson Lee (Ando) from Heroes! The show will also be collecting food bank donations. For more
information please visit www.edtoyshow.com.  

March 30 - April 2, 2009 – 2009 ASCHA Convention & Tradeshow
Learn about the many initiatives underway by Alberta Senior Citizens' Housing Association (ASCHA). The
Tradeshow will showcase new and innovative technology, designs, products and services for the owners and
operators of seniors' independent and supportive living facilities. For more information or to register visit
www.ascha.com  or call 780-439-6473.


Media Contact:
Crystal McPhee, Shaw Conference Centre
Phone: (780) 917-7897
E-mail: cmcphee@edmonton.com