February events at the Shaw Conference Centre

February 2, 2009

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

Feb. 5-6, 2009 – North Central Teachers Convention

This two-day convention will feature over 230 sessions and over 6,500 delegates attending. For more information visit www.nctca.ab.ca.

Feb. 7, 2009 – Red Hot Chocolate, the 9th Annual Chocolate Affair

All proceeds from this gala will support the creation of the Courage Centre – a hub for new rehabilitation equipment and technology at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital. Tickets are available online at www.glenrosefoundation.com or by calling 780-735-6024.

Feb. 7-8, 2009 –Groove Street Hip Hop Convention

Join Groove Street Productions for a weekend of hip hop dance workshops. Workshops will feature choreographers from “So You Think You Can Dance” Canada and the U.S. as well as leading entertainment industry instructors from Vancouver and Los Angeles. Media must contact Groove Street Productions for entrance. Please visit www.groovestreet.net or call 1-877-Groove9.

Feb. 10-12, 2009 – National Buyer Seller Forum

This premier, supply-chain development conference reflects the new realities of the oil industry. The dynamic forum showcases the best practices for business development and procurement for the heavy oil and oil sands industries and highlights industrial opportunities and solutions. For more information visit www.nationalbuyersellerforum.ca or call 780-426-6622.

Feb. 12-13, 2009 – Alberta FASD Conference

This important conference focuses on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and its impact on individuals, families, communities and society. This conference is open to the public. For more information or to register visit www.child.alberta.ca/fasd.

Feb. 15-17, 2009 – Traders Forum

Traders Forum is a general merchandise buying show for wholesalers, distributors and independent gift, drug, variety, convenience and discount store retailers. For more information visit www.tradersforum.ca or call 905-760-7694.

Feb. 18, 2009 – Personal Tax Update 2009

This fast-paced seminar covers the information you need to know for filing your 2008 Personal Income Tax return. Learn about the new changes introduced in the Federal Budget and where the problem and planning areas are. For more information or to register visit www.videotax.com.

Feb. 20-22, 2009 – Missions Fest Alberta

This family-focused conference aims to inform, educate and challenge people of all ages to get involved in relief, charity and education missions. Hear a variety of keynote speakers and stop by the 165 exhibitors and feature areas. For more information or to register visit www.mfest.ab.ca.

Feb. 26-27, 2009 – Greater Edmonton Teachers’ Convention

The Greater Edmonton Teachers' Convention will be holding their annual professional development sessions for teachers and administrators with Edmonton Public Schools, Edmonton Catholic School Board and the Fort McMurray School Division. For more information or to register please visit www.getca.com.

Feb. 28, 2009 – 2008 ACE Awards

This Awards Gala celebrates the creativity of the Edmonton advertising community. Tickets are $105 for members and $130 for non-members. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.theaceawards.ca.

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