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2021 ABC Conference And Trade Show
Tickets Now On-Sale! 2021 ABC Conference & Trade Show
Strengthening the Industry Through Assurance and Advocacy November 25 & 26, 2021 Fantasyland Hotel, Edmonton, Alberta
The annual ABC Conference and Trade Show is viewed as one of the top beekeeping industry events in Canada, providing beekeepers with the perfect opportunity to learn the latest in honey bee health research, best management practices, innovation, industry regulation updates, honey market trends, and connect with friends, suppliers, and industry.
Take advantage of early bird pricing and secure your 2-day conference pass before October 22 and save $40 per person. Buy your early-bird tickets today for $210.00 (+GST and booking fee) each. Click the link below for all the ticket info and to purchase tickets. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2021-alberta-beekeeperscommission-conference-trade-show-tickets-167078677823
PLEASE NOTE: The Fantasyland Hotel is participating in the Alberta Restriction Exemption Program. To view all the COVID related requirements for entry to the Fantasyland Hotel, please visit: https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Fantasyland-Hotel-COVID-Update.pdf
View the full agenda here:
View the confirmed speakers here:
We are pleased to present the following confirmed speakers*
Every year this event draws over 24 exhibitors from across Canada and the U.S. to showcase the latest in beekeeping equipment, supplies, bee stock, innovative technology and more. The trade show is the perfect time to connect directly with key suppliers and learn about new products, services, and secure special pricing and offers in person.
Are you a supplier looking to participate as a vendor at the trade show? Check out all the details in our sponsor and exhibitor booklet here: https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/wp-content/ uploads/2018/09/AGMsponsor.exhibitor-pack2021_fillable_5.pdf
Hospitality Night
The Hospitality Night takes place on the first night of the conference and is one of the highlights of the two-day event. Entry to the hospitality night is included in all two-day and Thursday full-day delegate passes and takes place in the exhibit hall where all the vendors are located. Guests enjoy the opportunity to network with beekeepers and vendors over drinks and complimentary canapés and take advantage of our toonie bar specials.
This year we are excited to announce we will be featuring a LIVE AUCTION with 100% of the proceeds from the auction being donated to the Alberta Tech Transfer Program (TTP) to support honey bee health. We encourage all delegates, sponsors, and vendors to support the live auction by donating items in support of the auction. Items can be sent to our office prior to the event or bring them with you! Please contact jules.ham@ albertabeekeepers.ca for more information.
Hockey
Dust off your hockey gear and join us for our annual ABC Drones Hockey Game at the West Edmonton Mall Ice Palace. This year we are hosting a night game on Wednesday evening at 10.00pm (following the AGM that is taking place on Wednesday afternoon). All beekeepers and vendors are welcome and we look forward to an exciting game! Players are required to bring their own gear.
$100 Club Prize
This year we have an exciting ‘Farm Monitoring’ prize pack up for grabs, worth over $1500! The prize package has some amazing tech that will help monitor and support the health and safety of your hives and farm operation including:
• Ultralight and foldable Drone with 4K Camera • Digital HD touchscreen weather station • Building temperature monitors • Wireless remote infrared motion sensors
Please note, for those that contributed last year, your entry will carry over to this year’s draw as there was no prize drawn in 2020. But feel free to put in another entry this year!
Sponsorship
Take the opportunity to highlight your brand and your support of the Alberta honey industry with one of our unique sponsorship opportunities. From the exclusive Gold Partner sponsor level to sponsoring the annual Drones Hockey Game, we offer a range of opportunities and benefits designed to align to all levels of marketing objectives and budgets. For all the details please download our sponsorship package here: https://www.albertabeekeepers.ca/wp-content/ uploads/2018/09/AGMsponsor.exhibitor-pack2021_ fillable_5.pdf
NEW Event program app
This year we are pleased to provide all guests access to a free interactive event program APP called Whova, that will provide all the details of conference sessions and speakers, trade show exhibitors (including exhibitor contact information), special offers, an interactive map of the trade show floor and more! Stay tuned for more information on how to download and get the most from the APP in the lead up to the conference.
President’s Luncheon
The President’s Luncheon takes place on day two of the conference and includes the presentation of the Beekeeper of the Year Award and features an engaging key note speaker. This year we are proud to present key note speaker Lesley Kelly, High Heels & Canola Fields.
Lesley Kelly actively farms with her family at Watrous, Saskatchewan. Lesley is the head and heart behind the alias High Heels & Canola Fields where she dispels myths about agriculture and brings consumers and farmers together. Lesley’s goal in being involved in agriculture beyond the farm is to build community and bring people together, create conversation, collaborate and identify solutions that help both the industry and consumers.
Accommodation
Stay onsite at the Fantasyland Hotel – just steps away from all conference activities. All sessions and events will be held onsite within the hotel.
We have negotiated some very special room rates for our delegates and sponsors. Come and experience the unique and exciting Fantasyland Hotel at an exclusive Alberta Beekeepers Commission Conference rate. Arrive early or stay after the conference to meet with clients or take in some of the sights and activities the hotel and West Edmonton Mall has to offer.
Room rates for 2021 start at $159/night plus taxes and fees for single or double occupancy. Space is limited so book early. Please book by Monday, November 15, 2021, to receive the special conference rate (while space is available).
Individual reservations can be made by contacting the hotel Reservations Department directly at: 780.444.3000 or tollfree 1800.737.3783. Please tell the person on the phone that you are booking for the Alberta Beekeepers Commission Conference and quote the above group booking code to ensure you receive our special rates. Group booking code: 6057642
Tickets now on-sale! Please visit:
www.albertabeekeepers.ca/about/2021-agmconference-trade-show/
