FEI Canada 2015 preliminary conference brochure

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

WINNIPEG 2015 RBC Convention Centre JUNE 10-12

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PRELIMINARY PROGRAM RBC Convention Centre and Delta Hotel, Winnipeg, Manitoba

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WELCOME TO WINNIPEG Known for its friendly and welcoming spirit, Winnipeg is a diverse multicultural city with a rich and varied history.

Beginning as an aboriginal trading centre, Winnipeg was at the heart of the country’s fur trade and instrumental in developing Canada’s gateway to the west. Home to a grain exchange that once rivalled the largest markets in the world, Winnipeg’s architecture and neighbourhoods reflect the profound character of this once small prairie town.

Over the last decades, Winnipeg has developed into a cosmopolitan city complete with top-notch restaurants, swanky boutiques, exciting attractions and an arts and culture scene that bursts with talent and originality.

We’d like to welcome you to the FEI Canada Annual Conference and the city of Winnipeg, where we know you will enjoy memorable experiences.

FEI Canada’s 2015 conference is a must-attend event for all our members and their guests! FEI Canada’s annual national conference and exhibit forum provides a platform for the best and brightest in our country to come together to network, exchange ideas, learn and find solutions to current challenges.

This conference will provide the necessary tools to implement success and resources to keep pace in these demanding times. Here’s a look at what the FEI Canada conference has to offer:

We look forward to spending time with you!

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Captivating keynote presentations featuring: Gail Asper, President and Trustee, The Asper Foundation and board member of The Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Alister Cowan, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Suncor Energy Inc.

Ambassador Gary Doer, Canadian Ambassador to The United States of America

Brian Ferguson, President & Chief Executive Officer, Cenovus Energy Inc.

Janice Fukakusa, RBC’s Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Financial Officer & Canada’s 2014 CFO of the Year™ Award recipient James Robbins, Leadership Trainer and Motivational speaker, The Robbins Group

Panels and sessions featuring prominent Canadian executives and thought leaders such as: Successfully doing business with the aboriginal community The aboriginal labour pool and key factors in achieving a successful business will be addressed by : • Ian Anderson, President of Kinder Morgan Canada; • Joe Dion, Chairman and CEO, Frog Lake Energy Resources Corp., and • Scott Reeves, Partner, Tingle Merrett

Focus on economics A range of matters pertinent to Canadian business leaders will be addressed by some of Canada’s leading economists: • Todd Hirsch, Chief Economist, ATB Financial • Bill Chornous, VP Chief Strategist, Investors Group and more to come…

The role of CFOs in fostering innovation As a senior finance executive, do you understand your role in helping to foster the environment for innovation to thrive?

Communicating your environmental and social impact Are you sending the right message about your business activities? Expectations for transparency and authenticity from corporations have risen, and social media has intensified public scrutiny of your company’s social and environmental impact.

Governance and risk management Top risks facing organizations (e.g. cyber-security, liquidity, social media, pandemic) and approaches to mitigating these risks will be covered.

What’s keeping Controllers up at night This annual roundtable will discuss the topics worrying controllers, including how to best meet analyst and banker expectations, possible upcoming changes to the auditor’s report, and the practical reality of implementing upcoming new IFRS standards.

Financing your enterprise It is said that the last thing a CFO should do is run out of money. This session will explore the latest ideas in funding and export financing.

The CFO’s role in technology This session will explore the latest IT issues of critical interest to senior financial executives, including their relationship with their CIO and the management of IT enterprise risks.

Managing diversity, multi-generational and outsourced work forces Experienced leaders share strategies to engage and unite a diverse workforce.

Also don’t miss: • Opportunities to connect and network with hundreds of senior financial executives • Topical breakfast seminars • An exhibit forum offering the most current, solution oriented services • Golf at the magnificent Bridges golf course on Wednesday, June 10th • A gala dinner at The Canadian Museum for Human Rights

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Tuesday, June 9 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Registration/information desk open

4:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Annual general meeting – all members invited!

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Reception – early arrivals & guests

Wednesday, June 10 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

FEI Canada – Robert Half Golf Tournament, sponsored by:

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Registration/information desk open

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

New member reception

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Welcome reception in exhibit hall, sponsored by:

Thursday, June 11 7:30 am – 5:00 pm

Registration/information desk open

7:30 am – 8:40 am

Breakfast seminars

8:45 am – 10:45 am

Keynote address

10:45 am – 11:15 am

Networking & coffee in exhibit hall

11:20 am – 12:35 pm

Concurrent sessions

12:40 pm – 1:55 pm

Luncheon in exhibit hall

2:00 pm – 3:15 pm

Concurrent sessions

3:20 pm – 4:30 pm

Keynote address

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Distinguished service award reception in exhibit hall An evening of inspiration gala at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, sponsored by:

6:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Friday, June 12 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Registration/information desk open

7:30 am – 8:40 am

Breakfast seminars

9:00 am – 10:35 am

Keynote sessions

10:35 am – 11:05 am

Networking break in exhibit hall

11:10 am – 12:25 pm

Concurrent sessions

12:30 pm – 2:15 pm

Closing luncheon and keynote speaker, sponsored by:

2:15 pm – 2:45 pm

Door prizes and close of conference

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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

EXHIBIT HALL 2015

This year’s exhibit hall promises to be interactive and educational, complete with new exhibitors and many opportunities for networking and product knowledge.

Many of the previous exhibitors are returning and new organizations will be joining us in the exhibit hall this year.

A number of worthwhile sponsor opportunities are available. For further information please contact Don Comish, 416-366-3007 x 5108 or dcomish@feicanada.org.

To view opportunities in more detail click here

FEI CANADA – ROBERT HALF GOLF TOURNAMENT The Annual FEI Canada – Robert Half Golf Tournament is always a highlight of the conference. It is a day packed with fun, conversation and in some instances, skill challenges. This year will prove to be no different.

Set within a majestic woodland background, Bridges Golf Course beautifully presents both a traditional links style layout with a challenging tree-lined golfing experience. Bridges is known for its championship design which allows golfers to use every club in their bags! This championship immaculately-conditioned treasure may be played from four different sets of tees allowing everyone to play at their own skill level while taking in the beauty of the property!

Golf fees: Golf club rentals:

$159 $42

If you would like to participate in a sponsorship capacity, please contact Bryan Albo, 204-958-5305 or albo@rewc.com. To view opportunities in more detail click here to view the brochure.

AN EVENING OF INSPIRATION: THE FEI CANADA ANNUAL CONFERENCE GALA An evening to remember awaits delegates at the new Canadian Museum for Human Rights. This museum is the first national museum in Canada’s history to be built outside the National Capital Region and solely dedicated to the evolution, celebration and future of human rights. It is a stunning new international architectural icon and showcases 10 core galleries that contain diverse stories, from Canada and around the world, relayed through interactive presentation, multimedia technology and world-class design.

The evening begins with a tour of the galleries followed by a gala sit-down dinner where you will enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Buhler Hall. This will be a memorable evening not to be missed.

A gala ticket is included in your registration fee. Additional tickets can be purchased for $175.

For more information on the 2015 conference: WWW.FEICANADA.ORG/CONFERENCE-2015

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations. Special FEI Canada rates apply at the Delta Winnipeg Hotel.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES New this year! Register until February 28, 2015 and take advantage of the early bird discount!

Members Early bird until February 28 2015:

$1,299

March 1 - April 15, 2015:

$1,399

After April 15, 2015:

$1,599

New Executive members

Complimentary**

Academic, career services, retired members, charitable organizations

$699

Non-members Early bird until February 28, 2015:

$1,649

March 1 - April 15, 2015:

$1,799

After April 15, 2015:

$1,849

Guests

$399

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Special discounted airfares for FEI Canada have been arranged with Air Canada and WestJet. Air Canada Visit www.aircanada.com and enter in search panel promotional code: EPR634G1.

WestJet call 1-888-493-7853 and quote discount code: CC 8612

Register early, take advantage of the early bird discount &

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CONFERENCE HOTEL Delta Winnipeg Hotel 350 St. Mary Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3J2 Phone: 1-888-311-4990 or 1-800-268-1133

The special FEI Canada rate is in effect until May 15, 2015. Reservations received after the cut-off date (or if the group rate sells out early) will be on a space and rate availability basis. When making your reservations, please indicate that you are an attendee of the FEI Canada conference.

Room rates available from June 7 – June 12, 2015, if booked prior to May 15, 2015.

Delta Room: single/double occupancy: $195 Premier Room: single/double occupancy: $220 Signature Club Room: single/double occupancy: $270

Applicable taxes will be added to all registration fees.

Registration fees include all meals, access to the sessions, speakers and exhibit hall as well as a ticket to the Thursday evening gala and the closing luncheon. ** Become a new executive member of FEI Canada and receive a complimentary registration to attend this conference! For details call: Sharon Bradshaw at (416) 366-3007 x5105 or email sbradshaw@feicanada.org CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS Substitutions may be made at any time by emailing a written request to the attention of Andrea Cooney at acooney@feicanada.org. Cancellation requests must be received in writing by May 11, 2015. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after May 11, 2015.

* all room rates are exclusive of applicable taxes

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