CABI's 19th Annual Conference
October 3 - 5, 2010 -- Toronto, Ontario
Business Incubation and Economic Development: Growing the Contribution
CABI's 19th Annual Conference promises to be an exciting event. You don’t want to miss it! Join us for powerful workshops, eye-opening incubator tours, networking opportunities and a productive time with your colleagues in Toronto. This year's conference host is Toronto Business Development Centre (TBDC) in collaboration with MaRS Centre, the Toronto Fashion Incubator and the Stiller Centre. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend Canada's premier conference on Business Incubation, October 3th to 5th, 2010. View the Preliminary Pre-Conference and Conference Programs. Register here.
This year, CABI is presenting two full-day pre-conference sessions as described below.
Pre-Conference Business Incubation Bootcamp 101
This all day workshop is designed to equip your “Toolkit” with ideas, resources and a network to ensure the best development of your Business Incubation Program. We have gathered professionals who will provide you with invaluable examples of the best methodologies, practices and templates in use today in Canadian Business Incubation Programs. There will be opportunities for group interaction and discussions to delve into the topics that are important to you. . Please see Pre-Conference Bootcamp 101 Program. Register here.
Incubator Development: Concept To Completion
Building or renovating an incubator is a complex project with many obstacles and hidden pitfalls along the way. It is critical to get the right advice from the right people early in the process to save time and money, and to maximize quality and rentable space. With over 150 years of combined experience in the construction and incubation fields, the expert panel will guide you through the process of successfully building or renovating your incubation facility. . Please see the Incubator Development Seminar Program. Register here.
Where to Stay!
A model of graceful Canadian elegance, Le Méridien King Edward has hosted visitors to Toronto for over 100 years. Nestled in the financial district in the heart of the city, the hotel upholds its commitment to traditional hospitality with sleek modern sensibility.
The centre of Canada’s Golden Horseshoe, Toronto is a cultural and financial hub, drawing visitors from across Canada and around the world. Le Méridien King Edward provides easy access to some of the most famous sites in the city, including the Air Canada Centre and Harbourfront. Get the most out of this year's CABI conference experience by staying in the conference hotel in the heart of the city!
CABI has negotiated a conference rate of $195 per night plus taxes. This is also the government rate at the King Edward. Reservations for three days before and after the conference at these special rates will be available, if you wish to extend your stay. Please make you room reservation early to avoid disappointment.
Or you prefer, please call 416.863.9700 for reservations and indicate that you are attending the CABI conference..
Conference Travel Discount on VIA RAIL
VIA RAIL is offering a 10% discount on travel to and from CABI's Annual Conference in Toronto. Make travel to the conference a memorable experience, take the train!. To book your travel, please visit the VIA RAIL website. Be sure to bid on the special VIA RAIL travel voucher at CABI's Silent Auction during the conference.