Spring 2016 - Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions

CRAPAUD EXHIBITION
THE ANNUAL CAPE
BRETON COUNTY
FARMERS’ EXHIBITION
E.COLI PREVENTION
THE CAPITAL FAIR: A
BIT OF COURAGE AND
A LEAP OF MUTUAL
FAITH
EXHIBITION PARK
LETHBRIDGE REVEALS
NEW BRAND & IMAGE
BEHIND THE SCENES
WITH SPOT ON
ENTERTAINMENT
Spring 2016
www.canadian-fairs.ca
Spring 2016 Edition
CONTENTS
4 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
5 CAFE ACTIVITIES
6 MOT DU PRÉSIDENT
7 ACTIVITÉS DE L’ACFE
9 INDUSTRY NEWS
14 THE ANNUAL CAPE BRETON COUNTY FARMERS’ EXHIBITION AUGUST 15-20, 2016
16 CRAPAUD EXHIBITION
18 EXHIBITION PARK LETHBRIDGE REVEALS NEW BRAND & IMAGE
20 BEHIND THE SCENES WITH SPOT ON ENTERTAINMENT
26 E.COLI PREVENTION
28 THE CAPITAL FAIR: A BIT OF COURAGE AND A LEAP OF MUTUAL FAITH
30 2015 CAFE CONVENTION TRADE SHOW EXHIBITORS
33 2015 CONVENTION SHOWCASE ENTERTAINERS
35 2015 CAFE CONVENTION SPONSORS
SPRING 2016 CANADIAN FAIR NEWS
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Canadian Fair News
Spring 2016 Edition
The Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions / Association canadienne
des foires et expositions
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Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions (CAFE) and its licensors.
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Editor: Karen Oliver
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CAFE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
PRESIDENT
Jim Laurendeau
Calgary Stampede,
Calgary, Alberta
T : (403) 261 0297
FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
John Peco
Markham & East York Ag
Society,
Markham, Ontario
T : (905) 642 3247
SECOND VICE PRESIDENT
(FINANCE)
Gregg (Scooter) Korek
North American Midway
Entertainment, Calgary, Alberta
T : (601) 862 1434
PAST PRESIDENT
Virginia Ludy
Canadian National Exhibition
Toronto, ON
T : 416 263 3824
DIRECTOR –AT-LARGE
(EXECUTIVE MEMBER)
Brian Casey
Maritime Representative, Hants
County, Nova Scotia
T : (902) 757 3419
DIRECTORS:
Darren R. Dean
West Coast Lumberjack Shows. Ltd, Courtenay, BC
T : (250) 830 4065
Glen Duck
Saskatchewan Association of Agricultural Societies, Regina, SK
T : (306) 565 2121
Hugh Fletcher
Western Fair District, London, ON
T : (519) 666 1572
Dale Greene
Richmond Agricultural Society, Richmond, ON
T : (613) 838 3420
Josh Shaw
Queen City Exhibition, Regina, SK
T : (306) 781 9200
Karl André Végétarian
Expo de Saint-Hyacinthe, Saint Hyacinthe, QC
T : (450) 773 9509 ext 224
Doug Kryzanowski
Lethbridge District Exhibition, Lethbridge, AB
T : (403) 317 3213
Sara Knox
Shawville Fair, Shawville,QC
T : (819) 647 1909
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CANADIAN FAIR NEWS SPRING 2016
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Good Friends, New Beginnings
It has been an incredible winter. Representing C.A.F.E., I have had the privilege
of attending provincial association meetings and conventions in Nova Scotia,
Alberta and Ontario and have been blown away by the positive spirit and genuine
optimism for the future. It is humbling and inspiring to me to see so many
successful and dedicated people coming together to share ideas for the purposes
of making their events stronger. As a board, we will attend nearly every provincial
association meeting and convention this year, and that has been an important
way for us to stay connected. The feedback we receive and the trends we see are
important inputs into the work of the board.
In addition to Nova Scotia, executive director Karen Oliver and myself also had
the pleasure of visiting Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Newfoundland.
We had terrific meetings with our friends throughout Atlantic Canada – there are
certainly some great things happening in that part of the country and of course
the famous Maritime Hospitality is unmatched anywhere.
On the topic of Maritime Hospitality, Karen and I met with Mike Vokey and his team of convention hosts from the New
Brunswick Provincial Exhibition in Fredericton for a lengthy working session on our upcoming convention, slated for November
16-18. I can’t tell you how excited I am with the ideas that the group generated. The Fredericton convention, entitled “Chart
Your Course” is sure to be talked about for many years as being one of the best. A beautiful city filled with some of the friendliest
people you’ve ever met, amazing food and the speaker series that Karen is putting together is incredible. Be sure to get those dates
into your calendar – this is one you won’t want to miss!
I conclude this issue’s message to you by advising you of another opportunity for our association. Karen Oliver has notified our
board that she plans to retire towards the end of 2016. Of course we are sad to see Karen go (she has done such a great job!), but
we knew this day would come as she had already retired once in her life from her previous job with the Manitoba Exhibition! We
are grateful for Karen’s service to date and service yet to come this year. We are also grateful to her for providing our association
ample time to find her successor.
Now the search for our next executive director begins. First vice president John Peco and myself, with support from Karen and
the entire board, will lead that search. The opportunity before us – to choose the leader who will set the tone for the next chapter
in our association’s history – is indeed exciting and important. Given that importance and the capabilities that today’s technology
provides, we have decided to open the position to the largest pool of candidates available: the position will be open to applicants
across the country who will be able to remain in their current location as the full-time executive director. (See Page 36 for timeline
of the hiring process)
In the meantime, Karen still has many, many months with us, and we look forward with mixed emotions to bidding a fond
farewell to her in Fredericton.
Have a great spring!
JIM LAURENDEAU, PRESIDENT
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
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CAFE ACTIVITIES
Longer days and melting snow (in Manitoba at least) are sure
indications of spring’s arrival, and that means that the 2016 Summer Fair
Season is not far off. I am sure that organizers across Canada are gearing up
in preparation for a busy summer or fall of fair activity. No matter where you
are located, the challenges of weather, budgets, volunteers and programming are
undoubtedly the same. This was confirmed for me in a recent jaunt to Canada’s
Eastern Coast.
In January, President Jim Laurendeau and I made a whirlwind trip to the
Maritimes where we had opportunities to meet with many folks who comprise
our fair leadership in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick.
We called it our “Listening Tour” because our purpose was to listen and learn
about fairs in the Maritimes, and to hear their thoughts on how CAFE can serve
them better. In Newfoundland, since there is no Provincial Association for fairs,
we met with senior government staff in Tourism, Agriculture and Economic
Development, who welcomed us and were very interested in exploring areas
where we might work together. What a fascinating trip this turned out to be!
We enjoyed visiting with various PEI fair organizers over breakfast and lunch in Charlottetown and then moved on
to Halifax where we had the opportunity to participate in the annual EANS (Exhibition Association of Nova Scotia)
Convention. In Fredericton we were welcomed by members of the Board of the New Brunswick Association of Fairs
and Exhibitions, and then spent time with the 2016 Convention Host Committee from the Fredericton Ex, sharing
plans for the 2016 Convention. Wherever we went, the hospitality was warm and the challenges the same. These are
many issues where CAFE, Provincial Associations and local agricultural societies can collaborate.
In February, the CAFE Board met in Toronto, enabling some members to also take in the very successful OAAS
Convention. I enjoyed meeting many of you at the CAFE display in the Trade Show… please stay in touch.
In addition to these outreach opportunities, CAFE continues to move ahead on many fronts. Our E.coli Prevention
Project is keeping us busy as we prepare to collaborate with IAFE to offer E.coli Prevention Workshops at many
of your Provincial Conventions this fall/winter. The Board is working on an update of our Strategic Plan, and has
just completed a new strategy for government advocacy for the next year. Meanwhile, Lily and I are working on
the Speaker Program and various other areas of the 2016 convention. And keep your eyes open for the launch of
our Work Exchange Program for Young Professionals…a new initiative to develop the knowledge and experience
of the next generation of Fair Leaders. Finally, we remain in contact with the Federal Government on issues of
Livestock Traceability and the Temporary Foreign Workers Program. “Busier than mosquitoes at a nudist colony”, you
might say!
I wish you success in your planning for this year’s event, and invite you to stay in touch with the National Office to
share your challenges, successes and experiences. After all, we are all in this crazy business together. As Henry Ford
said, “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself ”. So – let’s succeed!
KAREN OLIVER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
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MOT DU PRÉSIDENT
Bons amis, nouveaux débuts
L’hiver a été incroyable. En tant que représentant du C.A.F.E., j’ai eu le privilège
d’être présent lors des rencontres d’associations provinciales et conventions en
Nouvelle-Écosse, Alberta, Ontario et j’ai simplement été émerveillé par l’esprit
positif et le véritable optimisme pour l’avenir. Il est réconfortant et inspirant pour
moi de voir un grand nombre de personnes dévouées qui connaissent le succès
et se rassemblent pour partager leurs idées afin de renforcer leurs évènements.
En tant que conseil d’administration, nous assisterons à presque toute rencontre
d’association provinciale et convention cette année puisqu’il s’agit d’un moyen
important de rester en contact. La rétroaction que nous recevons et les tendances
que nous voyons sont des contributions très importantes que nous ajoutons au
travail du conseil.
En plus de la Nouvelle-Écosse, la directrice exécutive Karen Oliver et moi-même
avons eu le plaisir de visiter l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, le Nouveau-Brunswick et
Terre-Neuve. Nous avons eu de superbes rencontres avec nos amis partout dans
le Canada atlantique. Il y a certainement des grandes choses qui se passent dans
cette région du pays et bien sûr la célèbre hospitalité des maritimes est incomparable. À propos de cette hospitalité des Maritimes, Karen et moi avons rencontré Mike Vokey et son équipe d’hôtes du New Brunswick
Provincial Exhibition à Frédéricton lors d’une longue séance de travail pour la prochaine convention qui est prévue du 16 au 18
Novembre. Vous ne pouvez pas savoir à quel point je suis heureux de toutes les idées qui ont générées par le groupe. La convention
de Frédéricton, intitulée « Chart Your Course / Tracez votre voie » sera sans contredit un thème de conversation pour plusieurs
années à venir puisqu’elle sera une parmi les meilleures. Une belle ville remplie de gens des plus accueillants que vous ayez jamais
rencontré, de l’excellente nourriture et une série de conférences que Karen est entrain d’organiser est incroyable. Assurez-vous
d’inscrire ces dates à votre calendrier, vous ne voudrez pas manquer ça!
Je termine le message de cette édition en vous avisant d’une autre opportunité pour notre association. Karen Oliver a communiqué
à notre conseil d’administration sa décision de prendre sa retraite vers la fin de 2016. Nous sommes évidemment tristes du départ
de Karen (elle a fait un excellent travail!) mais nous savions que ce jour viendrait puisqu’elle s’est retirée une fois dans sa vie de
son travail précédent avec Manitoba Exhibition! Nous sommes très reconnaissants du service de Karen jusqu’à présent et ce qu’il
reste à faire cette année. Nous la remercions également de donner à notre association suffisamment de temps pour lui trouver son
successeur.
Notre recherche du prochain directeur exécutif ou directrice exécutive commence maintenant. Le premier vice-président John
Peco et moi-même, avec l’appui de Karen et tout le conseil, mènerons cette recherche. L’occasion qui s’offre - de choisir un chef
qui donnera le ton au prochain chapitre dans l’histoire de notre association – est à la fois intéressante et importante. Étant donné
de l’importance des capacités que la technologie actuelle fournit, nous avons décidé d’ouvrir le poste au plus grand nombre de
candidats possible. Le poste sera ouvert aux candidats à travers le pays qui seront en mesure de rester dans leur emplacement
actuel en tant que directeur exécutif ou directrice exécutive à temps plein. (Regardez la page 36 pour les délais pour l’embauche)
Dans l’intervalle, il lui reste à Karen plusieurs mois en notre compagnie et nous attendons avec sentiments partagés pour lui offrir
un chaleureux adieu à Frédéricton. Bon printemps!
JIM LAURENDEAU, PRÉSIDENT
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
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ACTIVITÉS DE L’ACFE
Les jours s’allongent et la neige fond (au Manitoba au moins), voilà des
indications claires de l’arrivée imminente du printemps et cela signifie que la
saison estivale des expositions 2016 approche. Je suis certaine que les organisateurs à travers
les Canada se préparent déjà pour un été ou automne rempli d’activités dans le cadre des
expositions. Peu importe où vous soyez, les défis que pose la météo, les budgets, les volontaires
et la programmation sont sans contredit les mêmes. J’ai eu cette confirmation lors de ma
récente visite de la côte est du Canada.
Au mois de janvier, le président M. Jim Laurendeau et moi-même avons fait un tour dans les
Maritimes où nous avons eu l’opportunité de rencontrer plusieurs personnes qui font partie
de nos dirigeants d’expositions en Nouvelle-Écosse, Île-du-Prince-Édouard et NouveauBrunswick. Nous avons donné le nom de « La tournée d’écoute » puisque notre but était
de les écouter et d’apprendre plus sur les expositions dans les Maritimes ainsi que de savoir
leur opinion sur la manière dont CAFE peut mieux les servir. À Terre Neuve, où il n’y a
pas d’Association Provinciale d’Expositions, nous avons rencontré les cadres supérieurs du
tourisme, agriculture et développement économique qui nous ont accueillis et aimeraient
explorer des domaine où nous pouvons collaborer. Ce voyage a été fascinant!
Nous avons pris plaisir à visiter plusieurs organisateurs d’expositions de l’île lors du déjeuner et dîner à Charlottetown et nous avons
continué notre chemin jusqu’à Halifax où nous avons eu la chance de de participer à l’Exposition Annuelle EANS (Exhibition
Association of Nova Scotia). À Frédéricton nous avons été reçus par les membres du conseil d’administration du New Brunswick
Association of Fairs and Exhibitions et nous avons passé du temps avec le comité hôte de la Convention 2016 du Fredericton Ex
qui a fait part des plans de la Convention 2016. Partout où nous sommes allés, l’accueil a été très chaleureux et les défis ont été
les mêmes. Il y a questions sur lesquelles CAFE, les associations provinciales et les sociétés agricoles locales pouvons collaborer.
En février, le conseil d’administration du CAFE s’est réuni à Toronto et a permis à certains membres de participer également à la
convention OAAS qui a obtenu un énorme succès. J’ai eu du plaisir de rencontrer plusieurs d’entre vous au présentoir CAFE au
salon professionnel… gardons le contact.
En plus de ces occasions de communiquer directement, CAFE continue d’avancer sur plusieurs fronts. Notre projet de prévention
d’E. coli nous a tient occupés en même temps que nous nous préparons à collaborer avec IAFE afin d’offrir des ateliers de
prévention d’E. coli lors de plusieurs de vos conventions provinciales cet automne/hiver. Le conseil d’administration prépare une
actualisation de notre plan stratégique et vient juste de compléter une nouvelle stratégie pour plaidoyer auprès du gouvernement
durant la prochaine année. Entre temps, Lily et moi travaillons actuellement sur le programme des conférenciers et plusieurs
autres domaines thématiques de la convention 2016. Gardez l’œil ouvert pour le lancement du programme d’échange de travail
pour jeunes professionnels… une nouvelle initiative pour développer des connaissances et acquérir de l’expérience de la future
génération de dirigeants d’expositions. Pour terminer, nous restons en contact avec le gouvernement fédéral sur la traçabilité du
bétail et le programme des travailleurs étrangers temporaires. Vous pouvez nous dire que nous sommes « Plus occupés que les
moustiques dans une colonie nudiste! ».
Je vous souhaite le meilleur des succès lors de la planification de l’évènement de cette année et vous invite à rester en contact
avec le bureau national afin de partager vos défis, succès et expériences. Après tout, nous sommes ensemble dans ce domaine
mouvementé. Comme Henry Ford a dit: « Si nous allons ensemble dans la même direction, le succès prendra soin de soi-même ».
Donc, réussissons!
KAREN OLIVER, DIRECTRICE EXÉCUTIVE
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
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INDUSTRY NEWS
INDUSTRY VETERAN RETIRES
CAFE sends best wishes to May Robertson who has
recently retired after a career of nearly 40 years in the fair
industry. May spent 27 years with Conklin & Garrett
Inc. as Director of Risk Management, then joined North
American Midway Entertainment in 2004 in that same
role. May has been a resource to many in recent years as
they negotiated the in’s and out’s of the changes in the
Temporary Workers Program. We wish you many happy
years of retirement, May!
FREDERICTON PUTS PERFORMING ARTS
NEEDS AHEAD OF FREX
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/fredericton-exhibition-arts-megariety-1.3389830
Fredericton city council has determined a performing arts centre is a top priority for the city,
not improvements to the Fredericton Exhibition grounds, said deputy mayor Eric Megarity.
His comments come after the executive director of the Capital Exhibit Centre, Mike Vokey,
said in an interview that he can’t understand why city council is refusing a request for $50,000
per year for 10 years to increase use of the facilities located on the exhibition grounds, which
are leased from the city.
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GET WELL WISHES
Get well wishes go out to Darryl Ruston, Director
of Events & Facilities at the Red River Ex. Darryl has
been off work for some time after a hospital stay…we
hope he is feeling better and back on his feet in time for
Fair Season!
AAAS CONVENTION KICKS THE DIRT OFF!
The Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies held
a very successful convention, themed “Kick the Dirt
Off” at the Ramada Conference Centre in Edmonton,
February 5-7th, 2016. With a weekend full of showcases,
trade show, awards, speakers and fun, it was a very busy
time. As usual, a highlight was the Discussion Forum
featuring Province of Alberta Ministers and the Premier.
Congrats AAAS!
EDMONTON COULD LOSE CANADIAN FINALS
RODEO AS COWBOYS REJECT OFFER FROM
OEG-LED PARTNERSHIP
Edmonton Sun
Maybe it’s brinksmanship.
Maybe it’s calling their bluff
But if it isn’t, and you should be worried that it isn’t,
the 2017 Canadian Finals Rodeo – after 43 consecutive
years in Edmonton – will likely be held in Vancouver
or Saskatoon.
Tuesday the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association
rejected the March 1 deadline final offer from the Oilers
Entertainment Group, City of Edmonton, Northlands
and other partners. And last night (Feb. 29) your
correspondent learned, they informed the CPRA that
they’re out.
RED RIVER EX (WINNIPEG) OFFERS
PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG AND OLD
Winnipeg’s Red River Ex has developed an innovative
twist on the American Idol theme – they are holding a
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SENIOR IDOL competition on Senior’s Day at their
Fair. All talented seniors are invited to perform – not just
singers. What a great idea to engage that older generation.
The RREX also invites teachers to get involved with them
this year through curriculum related art projects. They will
feature a Young Artists’ Gallery, and each participating
student will receive a ribbon and 2 admission tickets to
the Ex.
MANITOBA AG EX TO HOST WHEAT
CITY STAMPEDE
Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba
The Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba has partnered
with the Manitoba Rodeo Cowboys Association (MRCA)
to host their year-end finals during the Manitoba Ag Ex
October 27-29th, 2016 in Brandon, MB.
“In 2015 we rebranded our fall show as Manitoba Ag
Ex. Formerly Manitoba Livestock Expo, our cattle show
has been growing steadily over the last few years,” said
Ron Kristjansson, General Manager at the Provincial
Exhibition of Manitoba. “We are always exploring
opportunities to add different agricultural components
to our shows and adding the rodeo with a strong equine
component to Manitoba Ag Ex will make this an
exciting event”.
NEW ATLANTIC EXHIBITION IS FORMED
A bit of history – The Atlantic Winter Fair operated
in a variety of venues from its beginnings in 1963, but
eventually established itself in Exhibition Park in Halifax.
In 1999, the Atlantic Winter Fair became the Maritime
Fall Fair, and operated as such from 2000 to 2014. Sadly
the Maritime Fall Fair did not take place in 2015 due to
the deteriorating condition of Exhibition Park. In fact,
in July of 2015, the Province of Nova Scotia announced
it would close the Exhibition Centre, which needed $3
Million in urgent repairs, and try to sell it.
In the fall of 2015, it was announced that the Centre
had been sold to a development company, urgent repairs
would be completed, and the Centre is now actively hosting events. In 2016, a new Atlantic Fall Fair will be held in
the Halifax Exhibition Center on Thanksgiving Weekend! Best of luck to the new Fair Board…we will be following
your progress.
2016 SAASE CONVENTION
Nipawin, SK was the site of the 2016
Convention of the Saskatchewan Association
of Agricultural Societies and Exhibitions,
February 26th and 27th. The theme of
“We’re All in This Together” resonated with
the delegates in attendance. A workshop
on judging and another on Governance/
Bylaws were key to the Friday agenda, while
Saturday featured a session on Community
Development and Ag Societies, round
table discussions and an awards program.
Congratulations to SAASE on organizing a
great event for your members.
Vern Bexon, SAASE President, addresses the Delegates
VEGREVILLE AG SOCIETY
SUPPORTS COMMUNITY
Vegreville Agricultural Society recently sponsored free hay rides for the public to support the 2016 Vegreville Family
Day Celebrations. They also offer two $500 post-secondary scholarships, weighted equally between academic
achievement and community involvement. These are just a couple of the ways that this organization supports
community development, over and above their annual Country Fair.
AGRI-VISIONS ROCKS LLOYDMINSTER
POSITIVE VIBE AT EANS CONVENTION
Lloydminster Exhibition presented a successful Agrivisions Conference from February 17th to 18th – a two
day interactive information event that featured trade
show, keynote speakers, seminars, demonstrations and
special events for the agriculture industry. And there was
a Campfire & Vittles Banquet! What a great name for a
banquet – you should copyright that, Lloydminster Ex!
The Exhibition Association of Nova Scotia held its annual
convention in Halifax January 15-16th, 2016. Delegates
enjoyed excellent presentations and demonstrated
support for the prospect of the 2016 CAFE Convention
being hosted in Fredericton. The announcement of a
new Atlantic Fall Fair was greeted with enthusiasm.
The delegates approved a new board structure by which
each exhibition in the Province will be represented on
the board.
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KNOWLEDGABLE CROWDS ENJOYED THE FIFTH ANNUAL SASKATCHEWAN EQUINE EXPO
Prairieland Park
Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corporation in partnership with the Saskatchewan Horse Federation and the Western College
of Veterinary Medicine are very pleased with the attendance for the 5th Annual Saskatchewan Equine Expo. In excess of 9000
horse enthusiasts attended the events in both the Prairieland Ag Centre and the Trade and Convention Centre over the 4
day event.
Throughout the weekend, attendees were able to take part in a variety of seminars and demonstrations presented by
the Western College of Veterinary Medicine; world renowned horseman, Jonathon Field; crowd favourite Connie
Dorsch; and Cowboy Dressage expert, Lyn Ringrose-Moe.
STRATHMORE AG SOCIETY HONOURED
FOR 2016 STAMPEDE POSTER
Strathmore Standard
Strathmore and District Agricultural Society
received two first-place wins at the 2016 Alberta
Association of Agricultural Societies (AAAS)
Marketing Competition for their 2016 Heritage
Days poster.
The silhouette poster is basic imagery, but powerful
with its colours and gives the feeling of western
culture, tradition and rodeo that is celebrated
during Heritage Days in Strathmore.
WESTERNER PARK WELCOMES
NEW CEO
The Board of Directors of the Westerner Exposition
Association announced the selection of Mr. Ben
Antifaiff for the role of Chief Executive Officer.
Antifaiff took over the role effective January 1,
2016.
Formerly the Chief Financial Officer with the Regina Exhibition, Ben brings a solid background of experience in the
Fairs & Exhibition industry, as well as skills in financial management. The Board of Westerner Park is very enthused
about what his approach to leadership will bring to the organization.
Welcome aboard Ben!
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OAAS ANNOUNCES NEW PRESIDENT, GOVERNANCE
CHANGES AT ANNUAL CONVENTION
Glencoe, Ontario, February 29, 2016. Markham Fair representative
and past board member from District 5 Elaine Rennie was elected as Ontario
Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) president for a one-year term at
the annual convention in Toronto February 18 to 20, 2016. Over 150 voting
agricultural societies confirmed Ms. Rennie and also accepted a newly revised
governance plan.
“We are pleased that our membership supports making significant changes to
bring the association into the 21st century,” says Ms. Rennie. “Board members
have been working towards a new structure for many years and we appreciate
their vision and hard work.”
Voting societies passed a newly revised constitution which will downsize the board
of directors from 30 to 15 members and remove the agriculture and home craft
leadership titles. This change will take effect February 2017 and is the result of a
working governance committee supported by staff of the Rural Ontario Institute.
Kathryn Lambert and Kerry McDonald were recognized for their
service to OAAS as Secretary and Treasurer.
L to R: Judy McFaul, Kathryn Lambert, Kerry McDonald, Elaine
Rennie, Cathy Redden
Judy McFaul, Russell Agricultural Society, Brian Slaughter, Forest Agricultural
Society and Catherine Redden, Campbellford-Seymour Agricultural Society,
will join Ms. Rennie’s executive as first and second vice present and past
president respectively.
Themed “Celebrate Rural Ontario”, the convention attracted over 1000 delegates
including 91 fair ambassadors. The event featured seminars on topics including
insurance, sponsorship and welcomed author and playwright Dan Needles. Top
prizes were awarded in provincial quilt, photography, poster, cookie and bread competitions.
Ambassadors representing fairs throughout Ontario
The 2016 convention was sponsored by numerous partners including platinum sponsor Canadian National Exhibition and gold sponsors
Dominion Regalia and The Co-Operators.
The OAAS acts as a resource and a united voice for its members by providing leadership through education and communication to encourage
them to promote agriculture and a rural way of life in Ontario.
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THE ANNUAL CAPE
BRETON COUNTY
FARMERS’ EXHIBITION
AUGUST 15-20, 2016
100 YEARS OF FUN, FARMING AND ENTERTAINMENT
The Cape Breton County Farmers’ Exhibition has been a main stay in North Sydney summer after
summer for a century now. The annual Exhibition is not just a Northside celebration; it is very much a celebration for
all Cape Breton residents. If there is one thing that residents can count on it is that they are promised events that will
capture their attention and fill them with anticipation. It is the most fun a family can have in a day.
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For the past 100 years the event has given
farmers and those involved in the agriculture
industry the chance to showcase the best of
what they have to offer. Most of the activity
during the week-long event takes part in
the centre ring of the arena. There are horse
owners, breeders and showers all bustling
around the barns making sure they are ready
for their event. There will be a number of
opportunities for livestock enthusiasts and spectators to enjoy events like equestrian riding,
showmanship, as well as barrel racing, pole bending, beef and dairy shows, heavy and light
horse shows, and much more.
The livestock barn will be filled to capacity with some of the cutest critters, calf and cows.
There is also a poultry barn which includes all different kinds of poultry and a 4-H petting
zoo. Kids are invited to spend time with the animals and in some areas, are even permitted
to pet the calves. In addition, there are displays of all sorts, including musical entertainment,
craft shows, the chance to taste some mouth-watering treats and a fairground that promises
to deliver all of the thrills required to round out a perfect day out.
Strolling Clowns • Puppet Shows
Balloon Decorating • Party Co-ordinating
Bouncers • Best Comedy Hypnotist Shows
Magicians • Jugglers • Caricaturists
Candy Floss • Popcorn • Sno Cones
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CRAPAUD
EXHIBITION
Directors of the Crapaud Exhibition prepared another special show in
2015. In addition to the many events for the fair goer, 2015 marked two hundred and fifty
years since Samuel Holland settled in this area and completed his responsibility for England
to survey the newly acclaimed British territory. There were displays and information to mark
this occasion. George Dalton, dressed in period costume, greeted people as they entered the
arena, answered questions and gave them any info they wanted. Jenn Brown’s Art Class from
Crapaud also provided a pleasing display of student’s work in paper mache to help decorate
our entry way.
The weather for our events co-operated and the people came in large numbers, those who
regularly attend our event and visitors who want to gain an appreciation for what this
community and P.E.I. has to offer. Our event is without a doubt a showcase of our Agricultural
Community and how we live. We pride ourselves in providing activities for the children that
will leave them with a pleasant memory of their day at the Crapaud Exhibition. This has
become a very popular location as we are 10 minutes off the Confederation Bridge and half
way between Summerside and Charlottetown.
In lieu of the traditional parade on Friday, July 24th, the Village opted to do a community
barbeque on the exhibition grounds prior to the P.E.I. Has Talent Show in the Actiplex, and
the Crapaud Exhibition’s Official Opening. This was popular and the Lieutenant Governor
was there among the crowd. There was an increased interest in the entertainment, official
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opening and the P.E.I. Has Talent Show. It was a positive change. Saturday, July 25th was the Main Event, which started at 10:00 am. Many activities were
featured. Some events included Livestock Judging, 4H, Domestic Sciences, Savour the
Flavour with food sampling, Horse Show, Antique Engine Display, Blueberry Pie Contest,
Lawn Tractor and 4-Wheel Drive Truck Pulling Championships, Woodsmen’s Competition,
Demos like Sheep Shearing, Sushi demonstration and make your own opportunity, and a
Potato Peeling Contest. The P.E.I. Egg Board again sponsored the omelet making contest.
Salute to Champions, created two years ago, honoured two athletes from the area who have
excelled in their individual sport, locally and nationally. This honour recognized outstanding
achievement in agriculture, environment and sports. The Western Horse Show is always
popular and a large number of competitors come from off Island.
Sunday, July 26th, marked the fifth Annual Heavy Horse Pull and the Western Horse Show
continued. There were twelve teams from outside the province with twenty-five teams in
total competing.
Friday, July 31st and Saturday, August 1st was the P.E.I. Annual Truck and Tractor Pulling
Competition on the Fair Grounds. It again exceeded all expectations.
“Many people make this day a family day at the fair and attend some or all of our events. We
hope they take lasting memories home with them,” says Elmer MacDonald, President of the
Crapaud Exhibition.
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EXHIBITION PARK
LETHBRIDGE REVEALS
NEW BRAND & IMAGE
Exhibition Park in Lethbridge revealed their new identity in the form of new brand and image on Tuesday,
February 9 in front of seventy Media, Board of Directors and Exhibition Park staff.
Rudy Friesen, Exhibition Park CEO stated, “We’ve been a part of our community since 1897, but the community has
changed significantly since then… why couldn’t we? We had many circumstances within our organization where we
were doing things the way we were because “that’s the way we’ve always done them.”
“We decided as an organization that it was time to embrace change and challenge status quo. We simply couldn’t keep
doing the same things over and over again and expecting different results. The launch of our new brand and our new
image as an organization is the first major step in embracing the concept of change” Friesen concluded.
“The process began nineteen months ago to develop a new “contemporary” logo that also honours tradition,” said
Doug Kryzanowski, Exhibition Park’s Marketing Manager. “The design was created by a local advertising agency
which was awarded the contract over nine other agencies from across the nation. In addition, our branding program
included a new audio concept to compliment the electronic advertising and social media avenues” added Kryzanowski.
“Our previous image, the boots and the rope are still part of our heritage in our programming, but at the same time
we knew we had to move forward, attracting new customers and families with new event ideas,” said Kryzanowski.
“We like the brand colours; we like the contemporary look; we like our new music concept. It’s bouncy… it’s singable.
We’re looking forward to a great year with this brand behind us.”
Exhibition Park in Lethbridge employs twenty-seven people in the year round operation, which include the Corporate
office, and departments of Marketing, Social Media, Rentals, Events, Food Services, Operations, Production and
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BEHIND THE SCENES
WITH SPOT ON
ENTERTAINMENT
BY DAVID ACER
40 years is a long time. Maybe not for a giant redwood, or the orbit of Pluto, but certainly for a theatrical
production. And yet that’s how long the SuperDogs have been entertaining audiences all over the world. To put it
into perspective, they’ve been around longer than cellphones, rollerblades, IMAX movies, home computers, and all
the SuperDogs really wanted me to mention this one, the broadway show “Cats.”
But behind the SuperDogs there’s a Spot—Spot On Entertainment, that is—a production company that operates
year-round and is heading in exciting new directions. I’m a creative director with Spot On and I sat down with CEOs
Phil Shuchat and Leonard Chase, and operations manager Amy White, to ask them some probing questions.
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DAVID: Let’s start with the first two questions every member of the Spot On production team is asked. Do
you have a dog? And is it a SuperDog?
CHASE: Like all dog owners I have the most beautiful, athletic, handsome, wonderful, brilliant dog in the world and
he is my SuperDog. I am just another crazy person that loves his dog so much.
AMY: Chase is wrong, I have the most beautiful, athletic, handsome, wonderful, brilliant dogs in the world and they
are SuperDogs... I actually share my heart and home with five dogs, four who perform with The President’s Choice
SuperDogs and one who keeps us all humble.
PHIL: Ginger is my Dachshund and far and away the most remarkable SuperDog of all time. I mean Amy’s dogs are
sort of fast and can kind of jump and sure, Chase’s dog is hairy, but Ginger is stunning in every possible way and when
she makes surprise visits on stage, the audience just swoons with adoration.
DAVID: I’ve heard this fairly often and I’m sure you have too, audience members telling us that for
some reason, watching the SuperDogs having fun during a show makes them cry, which seems
counterintuitive. Why do you think that is?
CHASE: There is a huge emotional connection that we have with our dogs and watching the show makes people
relive those wonderful, precious times. Our dogs are lent to us for a certain time period and every moment counts.
AMY: Most audience members have loved a dog in their lifetime—our show reminds them of that love. I would like
to think that people can see (maybe even feel) the love our cast has for their dogs. The relationship you have with a
dog is so pure and honest—it can be hard not to be emotional about this type of connection.
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Fairs and Exhibitions
November 16 – 18, 2016
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PHIL: We’re proud to have multiple
breeds in our show. During Pat & Chat
following each performance many people
tell us about a dog they have or had that
looks like a dog in the show. While we
are making memories, at the same time
we remind people of memories.
DAVID: The SuperDogs isn’t one
show, it’s a lot of shows, and a lot
of different kinds of shows. Every
year half a million people catch
the bigger productions—Wild
Wild Woof, Disco Dogs, Hollywoof,
etc. But not everyone knows about
the more compact SuperDogs brands, like The Bow Wow Factor, Hoof N’ Woof and Science of the
SuperDogs. Can you tell us a little about those?
CHASE: Hoof N’ Woof integrates the horse lovers and the dog lovers
and it is true entertainment. The horses and dogs are paired up in various
comparable events. The horses do pole bending and the dogs do weaves, the
horses run the barrel and the dogs run the barrels, the horses do a Grand
Prix course and the SuperDogs run the SuperDog Grand Prix course. All so
entertaining watching fabulous athletes doing remarkable events.
AMY: The Science of the SuperDogs was originally created for educational
events and science centres but we soon discovered how popular this show
was and have since incorporated science elements into all of our fair shows.
Science of the SuperDogs is probably my favourite show. You can usually
catch me hosting it as my alter-ego Miss Needlenose (I have Phil to thank
for that silly name). I am constantly amazed by all the things dogs can do—
their ability to see, smell and even problem-solve. I hope that kids go home
not only learning something but also with a newfound respect for their
own dogs.
PHIL: The Bow Wow Factor was created as a full turnkey performance for
smaller duration fairs without a permanent building or infrastructure. It’s well suited for outdoors and indoors. We
have our own customized tent that serves as our kenneling, offices and storage space. The price point is incredibly
attractive and allows fairs to not invest their entire entertainment budget on just one attraction. The custom-designed
props are lighter and easier to handle. The one thing that hasn’t changed is the charm and playfulness audiences have
come to love and expect from the SuperDogs.
DAVID: I’ve seen photos of the SuperDogs not just performing in the show but also sitting at the sound
board adjusting levels, setting up lighting equipment, and I even saw one photo of a chihuahua driving a
forklift. Is there anything you want to tell us about who’s really running these shows?
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CHASE: How intuitive of you to notice that. They are really ordinary dogs doing ordinary jobs such as sound and
lighting and props. But as soon as the set is ready and the show starts, they have a complete change of character.
They take on their persona of a SuperDog, flying through the air, leaping incredible heights, and running as fast
as lightning.
AMY: These dogs are SuperDogs after all. It’s no surprise they’re the ones running the show.
PHIL: It’s safe to say that the SuperDogs really do run the show and our role is to just get out of their way and let
them do what they do best.
DAVID: Spot On Entertainment is branching out into productions not involving the SuperDogs, or any
dogs for that matter, including a big show in 2017 for Canada’s sesquicentennial (my spellcheck just
exploded). Can you tell us a little more about that?
PHIL: We realized last year that collectively we are more than the SuperDogs show. For those of you who are familiar
with our productions, it’s immediately apparent that these are no ordinary stunt-dog shows. Sure the dogs are doing
some of the same elements, just as different circuses have some of the same acrobatic elements. However, it’s our
production knowledge and the vast experience of our management and creative team that exceeds our (and more
importantly the audiences) expectations year after year.
So it seemed a natural extension for us to produce other types of family entertainment. After all, David and I own and
operate one of the most successful comedy clubs in the country and David is a Gemini-nominated television writer. Chase
has written and produced a feature film. We have vast knowledge in renting arenas, routing tours, buying advertising,
creating ad mats and compelling PR, and getting a show in on budget. So the time and opportunity was right for us
to embark on shows like Ohh Canada, a celebration of Canada’s 150th. The response has been unprecedented and we
are having a blast building what we hope to be a truly magnificent production. The production is geared to (but not
limited to) the fair industry for 2017. The design thus
far is visually stunning with groundbreaking multimedia elements to tether together the continuity of
taking the audience across the country through variety
entertainment. Of greatest importance, which we have
learned with the SuperDogs, is that there is something
for everyone in the show and we will grab and hold
everyone’s attention.
It’s the
BEST PART
of summer
(closed Monday, August 22 & 29)
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THESE ARE REAL HEADLINES! THE KIND
OF HEADLINES THAT YOU NEVER WANT
ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR EVENT.
The Canadian Association of Fairs & Exhibitions (CAFE) is currently undertaking a research project funded by
Agriculture and Agrifood Canada, to identify best practices in the prevention of E.coli contamination at events
where there is human/animal interaction.
The research will be followed by a series of FREE workshops across Canada on E.coli prevention. There will be
a workshop in YOUR area! Learn not only how to prevent E.coli contamination, but also how to protect your
organization in the event of an outbreak.
Watch for more information in the coming months.
This is a serious concern which needs serious efforts at prevention… Don’t jeopardize the welfare of your visitors or
your organization. Be sure to sign up for the workshop in your area.
Presented by
with assistance from
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Harley Bloom,
General Manager, Capital Exhibition
THE CAPITAL FAIR: A
BIT OF COURAGE AND A
LEAP OF MUTUAL FAITH
Like many regional Ontario municipalities, 2001 heralded the national capital
region amalgamation and the disappearance of the City of Gloucester.
Suddenly, the Gloucester Fair was without a community. Having just moved from its urban
arena site to a more spacious rural location at Rideau Carleton Raceway, the fair struggled in
a four day, end of May time slot. At one point, with only $3,000 in the bank, the Fair Board
approached all our suppliers for their support. All agreed to let the fair go forward, but it was
Barry Jamieson at the helm of World’s Finest Shows that provided the expertise, advice and a
financial model that helped the fair find its feet once more.
Fast forward to 2013, with constant but relatively slow growth, the fair is still actively looking
for a break-out event. Consistently attracting between 20k to 25k, the fair is politely profitable
as sponsorship and midway revenues increase.
Annual negotiations with our midway suddenly take an unexpected turn when the discussion
changes focus from our traditional 4 day event in May to a late August 10-day collaboration.
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Despite the excitement inherent with a change of such magnitude, the Board was fully aware
of the risks associated with the radical date and format change. To attract and capture our
audience’s attention we would require something really spectacular and over-the-top. After
careful financial analysis, we determined that waiving our gate admission would be BIG but
worth the gamble so we adopted the FREE ADMISSION policy.
In the first season, our attendance jumped from 25,000 to 65,000 guests, a very healthy
increase! While we were profitable, we ended up learning some pretty valuable and
unexpected lessons. As the Gloucester Fair, we brought our traditions, knowledge of the
grounds and corporate culture to the table. Although we’ve been with World’s Finest for over
30 years, we never had the 1st unit play our fair. Suddenly we were faced with snuggling up to
a different crew resulting in a few very animated discussions but ultimately we got along and
pushed through.
Having now gone through a complete fair together, there was a better mutual understanding
of what needed to be done and so together with Barry, we formulated a plan to address
these concerns.
The results made for a much improved grounds layout, tighter scheduling and consistent
public and internal messaging that not only enhanced the fair but helped WFS achieve an
OABA audit “Circle of Excellence”, the only Canadian Midway show to do so.
In 2015 we achieved attendance of 125,000 and hope to double it yet again in 2016. The
increased concession revenues and healthy midway growth helped us attain profitability. As
a result, we were honoured to return from the OAAS convention in Toronto with the “Fair
of the Year” award.
We are sensitive to the what a gate admission could mean to the Fair but we are committed
to sustaining our growth pattern towards our 5 year goal. So far the gamble appears to be
paying off.
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2015 CAFE
CONVENTION TRADE
SHOW EXHIBITORS
Following is a list of exhibitors who participated in the 2015 CAFE Convention Trade Show. They represent a broad
range of products & services, and we appreciated their support of our Niagara Falls Convention. Please consider them
when you are shopping for entertainment, services or supplies for your next event.
ADMITEC Inc
Casavant Productions Ltd
Direct Cash Management Inc
Julie Belanger, 10450 Secant,
Anjou, QC H1J 1S3
[email protected]
www.admitec.ca
Sheldon Casavant, President, PO
Box 4385, Edmonton AB T6E 4T5
780-416-0070
[email protected] http://sheldoncasavant.com/
Bessie Pletsas, General Manager
Eastern Canada
Julie Caputo, Account
Executive, 3269 American Dr,
Mississauga, ON L4V 1V4
905-461-2271 Fax: 905-678-6800
[email protected] Julie.
[email protected]
www.directcash.net
Bowmanville Zoo
Michael Hackenberger, Director,
340 King St. E, Bowmanville
ON L1C 3K5
Ph: 905-623-5655 Fax: 905623-0957
[email protected]
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Craz-E-Crew Stunt Team
Patrick Chenier, Director of
Marketing
613-220-2569
[email protected]
Direct Talent Group
HorsePower Live
Mega Magic- Magician Mike D’Urzo
[email protected]
www.directtalent.ca
Melissa Hicks, 347 – 345 15th Sideroad
Mono ON L9W 6S4
519-942-3011
[email protected]
www.horsepowerlive.com
316 Conley St, Thornhill ON L4J 2Z6
416-910-2674 [email protected]
www.MegaMagic.ca
JMA Talent
124 Belfield Rd, Unit 8, Toronto ON M9W 1G1
905-461-6000
www.moduloc.ca
DockDogs
Brian Sharenow, 5690 Wolff Rd, Medina
OH 44256 USA
330-241-4975
[email protected]
www.dockdogs.com
Farco Entertainment Shane Farberman,800 Steeles Ave W, Ste B
10-136, Thornhill ON L4J 7L2
905-761-0010 Fax: 905-761-9948
[email protected]
www.farcoentertainment.com
Festivals & Events Ontario
Nichole Fogarty, 625 King St. E., Suite 2A,
Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4V4
519-742-2226
[email protected]
www.festivalsandeventsontario.ca
Fusion Talent Group
Andrew Pogson, 344 William St, Stratford
ON N5A 4Y5
[email protected]
www.fusiontalentgroup.com
GES – Global Experience Specialists
Tony Gallagher, CEM – Sales Executive,
5675 McLaughlin Rd, Mississauga ON L5R 3K5
905-283-0542
[email protected]
www.gesexpo.ca
Heath Tarlin Entertainment Inc
Kristi Heath & Greg Tarlin, 25 Salem Ave,
Toronto ON M6H 3C2
416-516-1616
[email protected]
www.heathtarlin.com
Jeff Andrusyk, President/Agent, 115 George
St, Suite 716, Oakville ON L6J 0A2
[email protected]
www.jmatalent.com
Just Direct Promotions
Craig McPhail, Sales & Marketing Manager,
104 – 155 Main St E, Suite 149, Grimsby,
ON L3M 1P2
866-915-5878 FREE
[email protected]
www.justdirect.ca
K & K Insurance Canada, Joan Warren-Phenix, 5800 Explorer Dr,
Suite 101, Mississauga ON L4W 5K9
905-214-6401 Fax: 905-602-9141
[email protected]
www.kandkinsurance.com
KenJen Petting Zoo
& Celebrity Pig Races
Ken LaSalle, Box 173, Oshawa ON L1H
7L1
905-655-3451
[email protected]
www.kenjenzoo.com
Knights of Valour
111 Bruce St, Unit 5A, Waterford,
ON N0A 1Y0
519-420-8237 CAN 970-690-3777 USA
[email protected]
www.knightsofvalour.ca
Modu-Loc Fence Rentals
Outlet Tags Canopies Ltd
390 Progress Ave. Unit #16 ,
Toronto M1P 2Z6
437-886-0335 1-888-625-8882 FREE
[email protected]
www.outlettags.com
PAL Insurance Brokers Canada
Matt Taylor, General Manager, 2 Norfolk St
S, Simcoe ON N3Y 2V9
800-265-8098 FREE
[email protected]
www.palcanada.com
Rick Davis Promotions Inc
Rick Davis, 43 Fima Cres, Toronto ON
M8W 3R1
416-201-8300
[email protected]
www.rdpevents.com
Rynestone Magic
Rylan Schwarze, Owner, 140 Beley St,
Brockville ON K6V 6W2
613-340-7298
[email protected]
www.rynestonemagic.com
StoneRidge Specialty Insurance
Gail Sharoun, 195 Franklin Blvd, Unit 6
Cambridge ON N1R 8H3
226-318-1744
[email protected]
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Superb Entertainment
Titan Creative Entertainment Network
West Coast Lumberjack Shows Ltd
Allen Pitch, Owner, 1211 - 70 Plaza Dr,
Winnipeg MB R3T 5S1
204-233-2184 [email protected]
www.superbentertainment.ca
Reg Titan, 223 Bay St S, Suite 1,
Hamilton ON L8P 3J2
905-572-6759
[email protected]
www.titancreativeentertainment.com
Darren R Dean, 4002 Forbidden Plateau
Rd, Courtenay BC V9J 1P9
[email protected]
www.westcoastlumberjacks.com
Superior Events Group
Ultimutts Stunt Dog Show
Lee Cohen, 185 Limestone Cres, Toronto
ON M3J-2R1
416-249-4000 ext 23
[email protected]
www.superiorevents.com
catalogue link: www.superiorevents.ca/
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Melissa Millett, Stunt Dog Trainer, 231
Banbury Rd, London ON N5Z 4M1
[email protected]
www.ultimutts.ca
Steve Hébert, 3561 Keith St,
Chelmsford, ON P0M 1L0
705-677-5187
http://[email protected]
Sypher & Associates Field
Engineering Ltd
Cindy Sypher, President, 1755A Ave Rd,
Toronto ON M5M 3Y8
647-381-0345
[email protected]
THE BOOKINGHOUSE INC. “Canada’s
Premiere Tribute Agency” Special Agent Joe Brett
905-755-1927 ext:223
[email protected]
www.bookinghouse.com
United Talent Agency (formerly The
Agency Group)
2 Berkeley St - Suite 202, Toronto, ON M5A 4J5
416- 368-5599
http://www.unitedtalent.com
Ralph James – CEO Ralph.James@
UnitedTalent.com
Jack Ross – President, COO Jack.Ross@
UnitedTalent.com
Stefanie Purificati – Agent Stefanie.
[email protected]
West Coast Lumberjack Shows Ltd
Wild and Wacky Shows
Ryan Price, Owner and lead presenter.
390 McPhillips Rd, St Andrews MB R1A 3E5
855-947-2428
[email protected]
www.WildAndWackyShows.Com
The Co-operators
Shawn LaPalm
1-888-712-2667 FREE
[email protected]
www.cooperators.ca/communityguard
Ann Barker, Director of Operations &
Business Development, Judi Pressman,
Director of Marketing
12 Rednor Rd, Toronto ON M4C 4B4
416-418-7991
[email protected] [email protected]
www.ticketpro.ca
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Ad ver ti sem ent
Ticketpro Inc
Are you a small to medium
sized fair looking for more
spectators seating?
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2015 CONVENTION
SHOWCASE ENTERTAINERS
The delegates at the 2015 CAFE Convention in Niagara Falls enjoyed some tremendous showcase performances. For your convenience,
we have listed the contacts for these showcases below – check them out and please consider them for your 2016 event.
Fusion Talent Group Agency
The Booking House
United Talent Agency
Andrew Pogson, 519-275-1070
Showcasing: Amberly Beatty, Patsy
Cline/Loretta Lynn Tribute Artist
[email protected]
www.fusiontalentgroup.com
Special Agent Joe Brett, 905-7551927 ext.: 223
Showcasing: Green River Revival –
CCR Tribute Band
[email protected]
www.thebookinghouse.com
Ralph James or Stefanie
Purificati, 416-816-8999
Showcasing: Mini Pop Kids, High
Energy Singing/Dancing Kids’
Group
[email protected]
www.minipopkids.com
Superb Entertainment
Al Pitch, 204-233-2184
Showcasing: Christina the Crazy
Hooper, Hula-Hoop Entertainer
[email protected]
www.SuperbEntertainment.ca
Mega Magic - Mike D’Urzo
416-910-2674
Showcasing: Mega Magic,
Magician and Mentalist
[email protected]
www.MegaMagic.ca
Casavant Productions Ltd.
780-416-0070
Showcasing: Morton the Magician,
Strolling Magician for Youngsters
[email protected]
www.sheldoncasavant.com
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Motus O Dance Theatre
Jack Langenhuizen, 905-6408647 /647-223-9094
Showcasing: Motus O Dance
Theatre, innovative/high energy
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[email protected]
www.motuso.com
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Rylan Schwarze, 613-340-7298
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www.rynestonemagic.com
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Sheldon Casavant 780-416-0070
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www.sheldoncasavant.com
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Titan Creative Entertainment
Reg Titian, 905-572-6758
Showcasing: The DRIFTERS
featuring Rick Sheppard
Showcasing: “The Last Waltz” A
Musical Celebration of The BAND
[email protected]
www.titancreativeentertainment.com
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Richard Noel
416-908-9475
Showcasing: Children’s Walkarounds from top Children’s TV
Shows
[email protected]
www.kidomo.com
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Kristi Heath & Greg Tarlin, 905516-1616
Showcasing: Strolling Performers/
Stilt Walking Characters
[email protected]
www.heathtarlin.com
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