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Foresite President’s Message
■ A Publication of SITE Canada ■ committed to the continuing education of, professional development for and sharing information with our members ■
Rachael Streek-Buma, The Fairmont Royal York Hotel
Fall has arrived and post secondary institution in Canada as
I’m so excited as this a qualified part-time or full-time student
is my favourite time in 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of completing
of the year. By mid- their program. The scholarship is valued
September I had my at $1,000.00 and will be awarded to two
gardens all cleaned successful applicants.
out, mums planted and fall decorations dis-
played throughout the house. I can just smell Students are the future of our industry and in
the scent of the pumpkin-spiced candle burn- the coming months you will hear and see how
ing in my kitchen. the SITE Canada board is reaching out and
connecting with them in unique ways.
Fall is a time of harvest and of gathering
together. This certainly parallels where we as Our next gathering is going to be BIG and
a board and chapter are right now. one you will not want to miss!
We have been harvesting and reaping the The SITE Canada Educational Conference
rewards of all our hard work in the past nine will be held at the Park Hyatt on October 15th.
months and I would like to highlight what Attracting knowledgeable and experienced
we’ve accomplished since my last report in professionals, the conference will define what
June: the current Global Travel Trends are within
the incentive industry. I encourage all of you
1) SITE Summer Social held at the Ontario to invite your associates to a day of profes-
Science Centre on July 16th – SOLD sional development.
OUT EVENT!
As we finish out the remainder of the year
As a result of the event attendance and and start preparing for 2009, I would like to
generous donations for our live and silent challenge each of you to continue providing
auction, we raised over $30,000 dollars feedback to the board. One of our main goals
for SITE Canada and the Childhood is to increase our membership and we place
Cancer Foundation. The goal was set high high value on the education, networking
this year and we achieved it all because opportunities and member benefits we deliver
of your support. Thank-you! to you and the organizations you represent.
How are we doing?
2) New and improved SITE Canada Chapter
Website – a fantastic tool for members to We look forward to hearing from you!
stay connected with all the exciting things
both the chapter and SITE International Rachael Streek-Buma
are doing. Check it out at www.site- The Fairmont Royal York
canada.org. SITE Canada, President
Summer 2008
3) Launch of the SITE Canada Student
Scholarship Program – applicable to
students who are currently enrolled in a
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Focus on site canada
events
Education Day - October 15, 2008
The Future of Global Travel “Which
2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Border to Cross and How?
PRESIDENT
Rachael Streek-Buma, Corporate Sales Manager, Come out and join SITE Canada colleagues for a great day
The Fairmont Royal York
of education and networking.
T: (416) 860-4584 E : rachael.streek-buma@fairmont.com
PRESIDENT-ELECT SITE Canada is hosting Canada’s only Incentive Educational
Susan Prophet, Manager, MC&IT, Conference on Wednesday, October 15, at the Park Hyatt
Destination Québec
T: (416) 203-6651 E : susan@isabelgil.com
Toronto.
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Operational and sales executive personnel from three tour-
Marsha Jones, CMP, CMM, President,
ist convention boards elaborate on how to plan and sell an
MCC Planners Inc
T: (416) 621-6622 x223 E: mjones@mccplanners.com incentive programme into their country.
SECRETARY/TREASURER & DIRECTOR SOCIAL With the never-ending roller coaster ride in oil prices these
Cathy O’Connor, Director National Sales,
days, you will want to hear what our International Airline
Carlson Hotels Worldwide
T: (416) 498-4410 E: coconnor@carlson.com panel has to say about the future of their industry and what
kind of an impact it will have on yours.
DIRECTOR PUBLIC RELATIONS & SPONSORSHIP
Lesley Boughen, Tourism Manager,
Vaughan Mills
Finally, our Corporate Perspective Panel will elaborate on cor-
T: (905)879-2117 E: lboughen@ivanhoecambridge.com porate policies driving the incentive industry in the financial,
technology and pharmaceutical industry sectors.
DIRECTOR EDUCATION
Michael Drake, Director Worldwide Accounts,
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Starcite Destination Solutions will be hosting our clos-
T: (416) 324-5811 E: mdrake@hyatt.com ing reception, featuring the students Ontario Tourism and
Hospitality Schools, giving you a unique chance to meet the
DIRECTOR PUBLICATIONS
great talent pool our schools are developing for us.
Joanne Keating, Special Projects Manager,
Meridican Incentive Consultants
T: (905) 477-7700 ext 309 E: jkeating@meridican.com We hope you can join us for this exciting line-up of profes-
sional development.
DIRECTOR MONTHLY MEETINGS
Joe Orecchio, Director of Travel,
CWT Meetings and Events The day starts at 7:30am with breakfast. Thank you to our
T: (416) 408-7138 E : jorecchio@carlsonwagonlit.com sponsors: Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau,
Mexico Tourism Board, Czech Tourism and Starcite
SECRETARIAT Destination Solutions.
Leslie Wright, Vice President,
Fletcher Wright Associates Inc To register please go to the following website: http://www.
T : (905) 567-7190, F : (905) 567-7191
sitecanada.org/oct15_2008.pdf
E : office@sitecanada.org
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MeMbers’ corner
In 2008, SITE Canada has seen a significant growth in new Laura Wilfred – Cayman Islands Department of Tourism –
members. Toronto, Ontario
The Board of Directors would like to welcome the following
members to SITE Canada Chapter. We encourage each of you 2008 MeMbers
to become active in our chapter and take advantage of the
educational and networking opportunities. Milestones
30 years
WelcoMe to site John Rhynas - Rhynas Incentives International –Toronto,
Ontario
canada chaPter
25 years
Barbara Avery – Vintage Hotels – Burlington, Ontario Emily Edwards - Destination Planners, Inc – Vancouver,
Trish Buote – Carlson Marketing – Mississauga, Ontario British Columbia
Matthew Byrnes – Wynford – Toronto, Ontario
Richard Elliott – Ignite Magazine – Oakville, Ontario 15 years
Jamie Keating – Fraser & Hoyt Incentives – Halifax, Nova Morag Donald, CITE, CMP - Incentive Insight - Markham
Scotia Ontario
Nicole Kelener – The Waterside Inn – Mississauga, Ontario Douglas Ellison - Carlson Wagonlit Ellison Travel - Exeter,
Wanda Leaf – Leaf Solutions Ltd. – Whitehorse, Yukon Ontario
Rosemary Naccarato, CMP - Bell Canada - Toronto Ontario Joanne Keating – Meridican Incentive Consultants –
Andres Puente - Avanti Business Solutions – Toronto Markham, Ontario
Ontario Jane Wallbridge – Carlson Marketing Group – Mississauga,
Karin Wallace - Cantrav Services Inc – Canmore, Alberta Ontario
Stephanie Whiteman – Holiday Inn on King –Toronto, Cheryl Wildman – Manulife Financial – Toronto, Ontario
Ontario
10 years
calendar oF events Terry Engesser - Canadian Tours International – Toronto,
Ontario
October 15, 2008 Education Day Marsha Jones, CMP, CMM – MCC Planners Inc. – Toronto,
Park Hyatt Toronto Ontario
sponsored by Mexico Tourist Board and Martin Van Keken Jr. – MVKA Productions – Vancouver,
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts British Columbia
November 14, 2008 SITE Canada Chapter Meeting
sponsored by Select Group Marketing 5 years
December 5-8, 2008 SITE International Conference, Rachel Streek-Buma – The Fairmont Royal York – Toronto,
Montreaux, Switzerland Ontario
www.site-intl.org/conference/ Susan Lanc, CMP – Hilton Sales Worldwide Canada –
conference2008.cfm Mississauga, Ontario
December 10, 2008 Holiday Luncheon
The Fairmont Royal York
sponsored by The Fairmont Royal York
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Focus on incentive destinations
Destination - Argentina Highlights
Sometimes called the “Paris of South El Calafate …City of the
America”, Buenos Aires’ wide bou- Glaciers
levards, leafy parks and grand build- Calafate is a city at Lago Argentino,
ings, showcase the handiwork of the 185 m. above sea level, and receives
European immigrants that built the its name from the small fruit bush
city. indigenous to Patagonia. According to
tradition, whomever eats calafate will
Buenos Aires is the ideal choice to return for more.
start an incentive programme. A group
could enjoy their first tango steps at the Trekking to the Perito Moreno Glacier
Argentina is a country of incredible famous Tango Academies, then head is an unforgettable experience. This
natural beauty. Its geographic diversity off to enjoy the best steak restaurants glacier is the only one in the whole
spans the most breathtaking terrain located along the new Puerto Madero Patagonian basin that is stable, and to
from Antarctica, through the wild, district. get to it, visitors sail 20 minutes over
glacier-filled mountains of Patagonia the lake, all the while viewing the
and massive open plains of La Pampa The Colon Opera House Museum is a whimsical forms, folds and blue tones
to the desserts and tropical jungle in perfect venue for a private reception, of the ice wall, rising 60 meters-high
the north. while the charming Recoleta quarter over the lake.
with its Palacios, Mansiones and refined Los Notros Inn, located in front of
Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital is a boutiques would easily lend itself to a the Glacier or Casa de Los Sauces, a
dynamic city-centre embracing both the partners programme. Enjoy the old dis- boutique luxury hotel caters to groups
European architecture of its founders trict of San Telmo and La Boca, or plan wishing to stay in the Patagonia area.
and the passion of its inhabitants, the an unforgettable wine tasting dinner
Porteños (people of the Port). Buenos with the best of Argentinean wines, or Starting December 3, Air Canada is
Aires has an intense cultural life where spent a marvelous day at a typical ranch offering direct non-stop service from
long coffee klatches, tango and football in The Pampas. Toronto to Buenos Aires.
are some of the daily essential elements
of life. Other planners like to do a split pro- For more incentive ideas visit www.
gramme that includes the glaciers in the argentinaincentives.travel. This site
very south of Argentina in Patagonia. is exclusive for incentive planners
and highlights, recommended venues,
hotels and itineraries.
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Destination - Discover Kelowna, British Columbia
Imposing mountain ridges and spar- meetings and it is also well-suited
kling freshwater lakes characterize for pre- and post-tours or two-tier
the 250-kilometre-long (124 miles) incentives.
Okanagan Valley. Located in the
southern interior of British Columbia, Located on the shores of Okanagan
the region stretches from Vernon in Lake, Kelowna’s downtown water-
the north to the U.S. border town of front boardwalk leads to casual and
Osoyoos in the south. It is one of the fine dining restaurants, expansive
warmest places in Canada, receiving parks and sandy beaches. Named a
more than 2,000 hours of sunshine per Cultural Capital of Canada, this city is S h o p t h e Va l l e y D e s t i n a t i o n
year and an average annual rainfall of home to numerous art galleries, muse- Management Services is a full service
just 12 inches. ums, display gardens, a great variety of DMC offering a wide variety of ser-
performing arts and a growing number vices including:
This idyllic climate is perfect for the of eclectic shops.
orchards and vineyards that line the Airport Meet & Greet
hillsides bordering Okanagan Lake, The chic downtown setting of Kelowna Luggage Handling
a stunning body of water that spans is also the starting point for a great Specialty Signage
85-kilometres (53 miles) and as such, number of other adventures. It’s just Deluxe Transportation and Tour
is a defining feature of the Valley. minutes to world-class ski hills and golf Guides
courses, orchards, vineyards and hiking Airport Gratuities
trails. A bustling metropolis, paired Official Hotel Welcome
with easy access to a near-endless list Welcome amenities; VIP awards;
of outdoor recreation opportunities, speaker gifts
makes Kelowna the perfect setting for On-Site Registration and Hospitality
meetings and incentives, any time of Services
the year.
Shop the Valley
With about 3,000 guest rooms available Destination
and over 70,000 sq ft of meeting space
Management Services
to suit any budget, you’re certain to
http://dmc.shopthevalley.ca
find the perfect location for your event,
The Okanagan Valley is filled with
whether it’s for a group of 6 or 1,500.
the rich fragrances of the orchards, Tourism Kelowna
vineyards and gardens that grace the http://www.tourismkelowna.com
With its pristine wilderness backdrop,
landscape. In the midst of this oasis is
a blend of recreational, cultural and
Kelowna, the international gateway to
culinary experiences combine to create
the Okanagan Valley. The airport is the
the ideal base from to build memorable
10th busiest in Canada, offering daily
events of all descriptions. Winter, spring
direct service to major cities, including
summer or fall, the region is a haven for
Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria,
invigorating, yet relaxing events and is
Calgary and Edmonton. Convenient
ideal for executive retreats.
air access makes Kelowna an attrac-
tive meetings destination for national
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neWs, vieWs and PeoPle on the Move
People on the Move New Director with Egyptian Tourist
Stephanie Whiteman has moved from the Park Hyatt Toronto Office
to the Holiday Inn on King. Her role will be Senior Sales The Egyptian Tourist Office in Canada has a new director.
Manager. Mrs. Nagwa Ibrahim Korashy, a senior executive from Cairo,
has been named to replace Mr. Amr Elezabi who, after several
Jennifer Nielsen has moved from The Fairmont Royal York productive years in this country, was appointed Chairman of
to the InterContinental Toronto Centre. She is the new Senior the Egyptian Tourist Authority. Mrs. Korashy can be reached
Sales Manager, Corporate Group Market. at the Egyptian Tourist Authority’s new office address, 2020
University, #2260, Montreal, QC H3C 2A5 Tel: (514) 861-
Gillian Johnson has taken a position with the Renaissance 4420; Fax: (514) 861-8071; E-mail: info.ca@egypt.travel.
Hotel Toronto Downtown as Association Sales Manager.
Air Canada Route Addition
December 03, 2008 Air Canada will be flying non-stop from
Toronto to Buenos Aires, Argentina!
site canada educational
scholarshiPs
SITE Canada is sponsoring two scholarships for Chapter members to
attend the SITE International Conference in Montreaux, Switzerland
December 5 to 8, 2008. Each scholarship is valued up to a maximum
of $3,500CAD each.
Deadline for submissions is October 17, 2008. Applications forms are
available through the SITE CANADA Chapter Office at 905-567-7190 or
online at www.sitecanada.org
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site canada’s run the World
President-elect’s Mission
Possible
Our very own President-Elect has been on a quest to assist the chapter in running up
miles for the cause. Susan Prophet, with Destination Quebec in Toronto, has recently
completed several runs, from a 10 K, a 10-miler, and her most recent and difficult half
marathon, just this past September. She claims there is still time to contribute more
hours to our challenge to become the number one chapter in the Run the World cause
for UNICEF. Susan believes she still has a few milestones to complete before year’s
end, and trusts this will encourage more SITE Canada members to join her Mission
Possible. Get running - full marathon here we come!!
Check out the web-site for stats. We are presently in second place just behind Florida.
Come on everybody! Show your global friends we can Run the World. Join us in help-
ing promote health and fitness around the world and contribute to
a great charity - UNICEF. http://www.site-intl.org/chapters/run/
index.cfm
Training for full marathon takes dedication and commitment.
SITE Canada wishes Joe Orrechio all the best with his first full
marathon (26.2 miles). Joe will be running in the Toronto marathon
on October 19th.
site canada suMMer social
Summer may have slipped everyone who participated – our gener-
away, but the warm memo- ous donors and sponsors, as well as, our
ries of this year’s SITE very enthusiastic bidders.
Summer Social continue A special thank you also goes to the
to linger. Spanish Tourist Office who was our
title sponsor for the evening. Without
The 2008 gala was another their generosity, the evening could not
resounding success. Not have happened.
only did we have outstand-
ing attendance numbers, Once again, the Childhood Cancer
but our auction also pro- Foundation was our charity of choice
duced record proceeds! and the beneficiary of a significant por-
Consequently a HUGE
thank you is in order to
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tion of the auction proceeds. They are the only national charity that
supports the fight against childhood cancer, an extremely important
cause.
The staff at Ontario Science Centre, and their preferred caterer,
Ginger Island Cuisine, were a delight to work with. They provided
us with a very unique venue, and splendid Spanish themed cuisine.
The room was awash in the colours of Spain and the guests were
enthralled with the energy of the Flamenco dance. Event Fusion Inc
added to the Spanish theme with décor.
Another hot addition to this year’s festivities was the chance of win-
ning a trip for two to Argentina, including air and luxury accommoda-
tion. The triumphant victor of the draw was Tatiana Czuchnowsky
of Attention Span.
Sponsorship applications for the 2009 Summer Social will be distrib-
uted shortly. If you are interested in next year’s event, please contact
Cathy O’Connor at 416-498-4410 or coconnor@carlson.com.
site canada announces Winners oF the
student chaMPion PrograM
SITE Canada developed a Student SITE Canada received six submissions Four additional scholarships have been
Champion Program for the first time to in total. awarded for the SITE Canada Education
provide financial assistance to students Day to:
who are in a post secondary institution The two Student Champion Scholarship
studying in Hospitality Tourism and Winners of a full scholarship with a Leanne Haakons, Ryerson University
Meeting, Conferences and Incentive $1000 value are: Amy Mersereau, Niagara College
Travel. Mia Bettio, Niagara College
Latoya Dickenson, Ryerson University Siobhan Brennan, Niagara College
Students were eligible if they were Joanne Doyley-Richards, Niagara Congratulations to all of the award
currently enrolled in a post secondary College winners!
institution in Canada, as a qualified part-
time or full time student in 2nd, 3rd or
4th year of completing their program.
Editorial Comments are welcomed. Contact Joanne Keating at jkeating@meridican.com.
The next newsletter will be published in mid December.
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