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COMPASS ////////////////// AHOY! ///////////////////////////////////// PAGE 4

VARIETY (SAT) ////////////////////////// PAGE 28

SPONSORS //////////////////////////////// PAGE 5 ABOUT COCA ////////////////////////////// PAGE 6 BLOCK SCHEDULE ////////////////////////// PAGE 8

COMEDY SHOWCASE (SAT) //////////////

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SCHEDULE ///////////////////////////////// PAGE 9 HOTEL MAP //////////////////////////////// PAGE 15 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS ///////////////////////

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SINGER/SONGWRITER (SUN) ///////////// PAGE 34

ED SESSIONS ////////////////////////////// PAGE 18 MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (THURS) /////////// PAGE 24

MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (SUN) /////////// PAGE 36

ELECTRO SHOWCASE (MON) ////////////// PAGE 38 MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (FRI) /////////////// PAGE 26

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COCA HALL OF FAME /////////////////////

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AWARDS NOMINATIONS /////////////////

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AHOY! ////////////////////// KENNEY FITZPATRICK - CONFERENCE CHAIR Hello COCA! Welcome to Halifax and to the east coast! It’s been many years since the national conference has been in Halifax and we are completely excited to have it back. As you’ve no doubt realized by now, we’ve titled this year’s conference IMPACT 2013. That’s not just a creative means to make the conference sound more sophisticated. The title comes from much thought about what we want you to get out of this experience. We hope to impact you so that you in turn will go back and make an impact on your respective campuses.

We’re very fortunate to have such opportunities like the COCA national conference. Many times over the past 10 plus years I have returned back to my school full of new ideas, excitement and energy to create positive events, programs and campaigns for our student body. Because of COCA I’ve learned so much, grown as a manager, a leader, a mentor and an educator. I’ve made incredible new friends and developed some of my most trusted relationships.

Take every advantage you can over the next few days to make connections and develop new relationships. There’s so much to discover through the experiences of your fellow delegates. Ask questions and engage with each other. But above all else, it is essential that you attend your education sessions! A majority of our planning time is devoted to crafting a broad range of educational sessions to provide you with variety of knowledge to return you to your campus better equipped for the year ahead.

Take every advantage you can over the next few days to make connections and develop new relationships. There’s so much to discover through the experiences of your fellow delegates. Ask questions and engage with each other. But above all else, it is essential that you attend your education sessions! A majority of our planning time is devoted to crafting a broad range of educational sessions to provide you with variety of knowledge to return you to your campus better equipped for the year ahead.

I would like to send a huge thank you to all those who have worked so incredibly hard to help make this conference possible. Special thanks to: Pete Munro, Phil Champagne, Carrigan Desjardins, Andrew Barbour, Craig Walsh, Alicia Romkey, Kevin Masterson, Al Legault, Sophia Bourris, Todd Hoffman, Zach Gallant, Patti Hutchison, Erica Kitchen, Colton Fagan, Emcee Noel, Alex Foster-Roman, Colin Gray, Chuck Erman, Jeff Knee and a very special thanks to Mike Kokich!

To our associates, thank you for your continued contributions and support. You are a huge part of this conference and your involvement is always appreciated. And as always, a huge thanks to our COCA Board of Directors and our Executive Director, Earle Taylor. This organization continues to be propelled by strong leadership and our current board is a fantastic example of that.

Finally, I’d like to thank the schools and leaders that make up COCA EAST! Over the course of time one very prominent thing has always remained firm: the bond, support and commitment of the east coast schools to one another. Your support, encouragement and enthusiasm over the past year has made an already excellent experience that much better!

On behalf of the COCA Board of Directors, welcome home! And here’s a fantastic conference experience! slàinte mhath!

Kenney Fitzpatrick Mount Saint Vincent University Chair - 2013 COCA National Conference

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SPONSORS ///////////////// GOLD

"We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage (Canada Music Fund) and of Canada's Private Radio Broadcasters."

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ABOUT US ///////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// COCA is committed to developing quality //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// campus programming through education, //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// information sharing and resources. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Furthermore, COCA is dedicated to //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// enhancing skill development by providing //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// educational and business opportunities, //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// resources and services for professional staff, //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// college and university students and associate //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// members of the organization. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// The Canadian Organization of Campus Activities, better known by its acronym COCA, //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// represents more than 60 post-secondary institutions from B.C to the Alantic provinces. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Typically, school members are student associations or college departments that are involved //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// with campus activities programming. COCA also boasts more than 75 associate members. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// These members are entertainers, booking agencies, artist management companies and other //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// suppliers to the campus activities sector. Founded in 1982 as the successor to the Canadian //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Entertainment Conference, COCA has now completed more than twenty-five years of //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// successful operation. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// ////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////

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BLOCK SCHEDULE ////////////// TIME

THURS - JUNE 20

9:00am

Registration 9am-6pm The Westin Nova Scotian 1181 Hollis Street

9:30am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am

Swag Auction Items Accepted 9am

11:30am 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm

Welcome Activities: Historic Halifax Guided Bus Tour Meet in Lobby 10:15am Harbour Tour Tall Ship “The Mar” Meet in Lobby 1:10pm

3:30pm 4:30pm

Dinner On Your Own 4-6pm

5:00pm 5:30pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 10:30pm

Breakfast 9-9:30am

Orientation & Mentoring Sessions 6-7pm

SAT - JUNE 22 Registration 9am-6pm

Breakfast 9-9:30am

SUN - JUNE 23 Registration 9am-6pm

Breakfast 9-9:30am

MON - JUNE 24 Registration 9am-6pm

Regional Meetings 1 9:30-10:30am

Regional Meetings 2 9:30-10:30am

Block Booking Mtg. 9:30-10:30am

AGM 9:30-10:30am

Education 1 Choice of Ed Sessions 10:30-11:45am

Education 5 Choice of Ed Sessions 10:30-11:45am

Education 7 Choice of Ed Sessions 10:30-11:45am

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Campus Activities Biz Hall 1 10:30am-12:30pm Commonwealth Ballroom

Lunch w/Keynote Speaker 12-1:20pm

Lunch w/Keynote Speaker 12-1:20pm

Lunch On Your Own 12-1:20pm

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Education 2 Steal This Idea 1:45-3pm

Variety Showcase 1 1:45-3pm Atlantic Ballroom

Campus Activities Biz Hall 1 1:30-2:45am Commonwealth Ballroom

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Education 3 Choice of Ed Sessions 3:15-4:30pm

4:00pm

6:00pm

FRI - JUNE 21 Registration 9am-6pm

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Education 4 Roundtable Hot Topics 4:45-6pm

Education 6 Choice of Ed Sessions 3-4:15pm BREAK

Variety Showcase 2 4:30-6pm Atlantic Ballroom

Associates Ed’n 8 Keynote Mtg/Election 2:45-3:45pm 2:45-3:45pm

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Singer/Songwriter Showcase 4-6pm Atlantic Ballroom Associates Reception

Schools: Lunch On Your Own 12:30-2pm Associates: Lunch Education 9 Choice of Ed Sessions 2-3:15pm BREAK

Swag Auction Ends 3:45pm Free Time/Board Meeting 3:30-5:30pm Reception 5:30-6pm

Dinner On Your Own 6-8pm

Dinner On Your Own 6-8pm

Buses to Venue 8-8:30pm

Buses to Venue 8-8:30pm

Buses to Venue 8-8:30pm

Buses to Venue 8-8:30pm

Buses to Venue 8-8:30pm

Mainstage Showcase 1 8:30-11:30pm

Mainstage Showcase 2 8:30-11:30pm

Comedy Showcase 8:30-11:30pm

Mainstage Showcase 3 8:30-11:30pm

Seahorse Tavern 1665 Argyle

The Toothy Moose 1661 Argyle

The Gorsebrook Saint Mary’s University 923 Robie

Pacifico B3 Level 1505 Barrington

DJ/Electro/Urban Showcase 8:30-11:30pm

Buses to Hotel 11:30-12am

Buses to Hotel 11:30-12am

Buses to Hotel 11:30-12am

Buses to Hotel 11:30-12am

Networking Suite 12-1:30am

Networking Suite 12-1:30am

Networking Suite 12-1:30am

Welcome Reception 7-8pm

6-7pm

Dinner On Your Own 6-8pm

11:00pm 11:30pm 12:00pm 12:30pm

Awards Banquet 6-8pm Commonwealth Ballroom

Pacifico B3 Level 1505 Barrington Buses to Hotel 11:30-12am

1:00pm 1:30pm

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SCHEDULE ///////////////////// Thursday, June 20th

9am-6pm

Registration: The Westin Nova Scotian 1181 Hollis Street

10:15am

Historic Halifax Guided Bus Tour: Meet in lobby.

1:00pm 4pm-6pm

Harbour Tour Tall Ship “The Mar”: Meet in lobby.

Dinner On Your Own

6pm-7pm

Orientation and Mentoring Sessions: New Delegates (Atlantic Room), Returning (Lunenburg Room)

7pm-8pm

Welcoming Reception (Ft. Tanya Davis): Harbour Suites A&B, Westin NS

8pm-8:30pm

Buses to Venue

8:30pm-11:30pm Mainstage Showcase:

Acres and Acres Bootleg Glory Mo Kenney October Sky Gloryhound

Presented by Speakers Boutique, sponsored by TNT Tours

Seahorse Tavern, 1665 Argyle St., sponsored by FACTOR

11:30pm-Midnight Buses to Hotel

Friday, June 21st 9am-6pm

Registration: The Westin Nova Scotian 1181 Hollis Street

9am-9:30am

Breakfast

9:30am-10:30am Regional Meetings:

Eastern Region - Maritime Room Central Region - Lunenburg Room Western Region - Northumberland Room

10:30am-11:45am Education 1: Sponsored by FACTOR

Programming 101 - Lunenburg Room Introduction to Marketing - Maritime Room Effective Leadership - Northumberland Room Clubs 101 - Bedford Room

12pm-1:30pm

Opening Lunch (Ft. Heather Jarvis): Atlantic Ballroom

1:45pm-3pm 3:15pm-4:30pm

Education Steal This Idea: Commonwealth Room B Education 2: Sponsored By FACTOR

4:45pm-6pm

Education Round Table Hot Topics: Sponsored By FACTOR

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Presented by National Speakers Bureau, sponsored by Festival Promotions

Programming 102 - Large Schools (Lunenburg Room), Small Schools (Northumberland room) Best Practices in Marketing - Maritime Room Associate Member/School Relations - Bedford Room Clubs 102 - Fundy Room

Orientation Leader Training - Commonwealth B Mature and Adult Student Programming - Commonwealth B Live Events with No Bar Space - Commonwealth B Programming with your Sports Teams - Commonwealth B Developing Creative Campaigns - Lunenburg Room Working with International Students - Lunenburg Room Residence Programming - Maritime Room Partnering with Clubs and Societies - Maritime Room Sponsorship Tips and Tricks - Northumberland Room Queer Issues on Campus - Northumberland Room Creating Effective Street Teams - Bedford Room Getting Involved with COCA - Bedford Room

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SCHEDULE ///////////////////// 6pm-8pm

Dinner On Your Own

8pm-8:30pm

Buses to Venue

8:30pm-11:30pm Mainstage Showcase:

Final State The Honeyrunners Charlie A’Court Michael Wood Band Two Hours Traffic

The Toothy Moose, 1661 Argyle St., sponsored by The Campus Trust and FACTOR

11:30pm-Midnight Buses to Hotel Midnight-1:30am Networking Suite: Harbour Suites

Saturday, June 22nd 9am-5pm

Registration: The Westin Nova Scotian 1181 Hollis Street

9am-9:30am

Breakfast

9:30am-10:30am Regional Meetings:

Eastern Region - Maritime Room Central Region - Lunenburg Room Western Region - Northumberland Room

10:30am-11:45am Education 3: Sponsored by FACTOR

Unconventional Programming - Lunenburg Room Making Videos That Don’t Suck - Maritime Room Diversity Programming - Seaport Room Clubs 103 - Fundy Room Student Engagement - Northumberland Room

12pm-1:30pm

Lunch (ft. Frank Warren): Atlantic Ballroom,

1:45pm-3pm

Lecture/Variety Showcase 1:

3pm-4:15pm

Education 4: Sponsored By FACTOR

4:30pm-6pm

Lecture/Variety Showcase 2:

6pm-8pm

COCA East Coast BBQ: Westin Atlantic Ballroom Patio

8pm-8:30pm

Buses to Venue

Presented by National Speakers Bureau, sponsored by The Campus Trust

Peter Bielagus Molly Burke Ryan Clauson

Atlantic Ballroom

Crisis Communication - Lunenburg Room Managing Your Online Identity - Maritime Room NACA for Associates - Seaport Room NACA For Schools - Fundy Room Clubs 104 - Northumberland Room

Dylan Gott (Host) Andrew Johnston Shaun Boothe Wayne Hoffman

Atlantic Ballroom

8:30pm-11:30pm Comedy Showcase: The Gorsebrook, St. Mary’s University, 923 Robie Street

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Jeff MacKinnon Nick Reynoldson Alex Pavone Garrett Clark Michelle Shaugnessy Nathan MacIntosh

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SCHEDULE ///////////////////// 11:30pm-Midnight Buses to Hotel Midnight-1:30am Networking Suite

Sunday, June 23rd 9am-6pm

Registration: The Westin Nova Scotian 1181 Hollis Street 2nd Floor Mezzanine/Coat Check

8:30am-10:30am Biz Hall Setup 9am-9:30am

Breakfast

9:30am-10:30am Block Booking Meetings:

Eastern Region - Maritime Room Central Region - Lunenburg Room Western Region - Northumberland Room

10:30am-11:45am Education 5: Sponsored by FACTOR

Risk Management - Lunenburg Room How To Do More With Less Time - Northumberland Room Small Schools, Big Ideas - Maritime Room

12pm-1:30pm

Lunch On Your Own

1:30pm-2:45pm

Campus Activities Biz Hall 1: Commonwealth Ballroom A/B

2:45pm-3:45pm

Education: Keynote (ft. Matt Wells): Atlantic Ballroom, presented by Speakers Boutique

2:45pm-3:45pm

Associate Meeting/Election: Lunenburg Room

4pm-6pm

Singer/Songwriter Showcase: Atlantic Ballroom, sponsored by FACTOR

6pm-7pm

Associates Reception: Roy’s Lounge & Cafe, Ground Level

6pm-8pm

Dinner On Your Own

8pm-8:30pm

Buses To Venue

Tim Chaisson Craig Cardiff Levi Stephens Patrick Dorie Fortunate Ones

8:30pm-11:30pm Mainstage Showcase 3: Pacifico, B3 Level, 1505 Barrington Street, sponsored by FACTOR

Molly Thomason Raquel Warchol Amos Joannides Jared Mahone Zolo

11:30pm-Midnight Buses to Hotel Midnight-1:30am Networking Suite: Harbour Suites

Monday, June 24th 9am-4pm

Registration: The Westin Nova Scotian 1181 Hollis Street 2nd Floor Mezzanine/Coat Check

9:30am-10:30pm COCA Annual General Meeting: Atlantic Ballroom 10:30am-12:30pm Campus Activities Biz Hall 2: Commonwealth Ballroom A/B 12:30pm-2pm

Lunch On Your Own

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SCHEDULE ///////////////////// 12:45pm-2pm

Associates: Lunch: Harbour Suites A/B

2pm-3:15pm

Education 6:

3:30pm-5:30pm 3:30pm-5:30pm 5:30pm-6pm 6pm-8pm

Delegate Free Time COCA Board Of Directors Meeting: Westin Board Room Awards Banquet Pre-Reception: Atlantic Ballroom Foyer Awards Banquet (Hosted by Trevor Boris): Atlantic Ballroom

8pm-8:30pm

Buses To Venue

Presented by Jessica Walter, Campus Intercept, sponsored by FACTOR Sponsorship - Lunenburg Room Amplifying Your Events - Maritime Room Event Planning, Community & Alumni - Northumberland Room Online Trends - Fundy Room

Presented by Speakers Boutique Sponsored by TNT Tours and FACTOR

8:30pm-11:30pm DJ/Electro/Urban Showcase: Pacifico, B3 Level, 1505 Barrington Street, sponsored by TNT Tours

Jutes Abstract Artform Siiines Kayo Sticks Miles Jones

11:30pm-Midnight Buses to Hotel

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National Speakers Bureau Winner of 2012’s Campus Entertainment Award for outstanding service by an associate member.

Here’s to another IMPACTFUL conference! www.nsb.com

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Harbour Suite B

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Foyer

Washrooms

Main Elevators

Catering & Reservations Offices

Ladies Room

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Front Desk / Reception

Retail Space

Seaport Room

Roy’s Lounge & Cafe

Business Centre

Gift Shop

Main Lobby Transportation

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Ladies Room

Commonwealth Foyer Commonwealth Ballroom B

Sales Office

Dining Facilities

Banquet Service Kitchen

Commonwealth Ballroom A

To VIA Rail Train Station

Coat Check

Atlantic Foyer Mens Room

Mezzanine

Maritime Room

Bedford Room Fundy Room

Lunenburg Room

Meeting Space

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS //////////// FRANK WARREN

Frank Warren is the most trusted stranger in America. He’s creator of the The PostSecret Project, a place where people share their private hopes, desires and fears. A place where the secrets they could not tell their friends and family would be treated with dignity in a non-judgmental way.

The result is PostSecret - a collection of intimately personal and artistic postcards mailed anonymously from individuals worldwide, sharing personal secrets. The PostSecret website has become a phenomenon earning over 450 million visitors, the world’s largest advertisement-free blog.

The popularity of the project and its impact has earned Warren recognition as one of the top five influential people on the internet by Forbes.

Warren’s books have become bestsellers including the New York Times bestseller, PostSecret: Extraordinary Confessions from Ordinary Lives, and his work has been featured on USA Today, The Today Show, 20/20, CNN, MSNBC, CBC, NPR, George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight. The PostSecret App hit No. 1 on iTunes.

He has delivered keynote addresses around the world at colleges and universities, mental health conferences and major events.

Sameen Topan, National Speakers Bureau /// stopan@nsb.com /// 1-800-360-1073 /// postsecret.com /// Twitter: @postsecret

@postsecret

At times hilarious and heartbreaking, the secrets reflect complex issues that many of us struggle with: intimacy, trust, meaning, humor, and desire.

As an advocate for mental health initiatives & suicide prevention, the National Mental Health Association recognized him with a special award. Warren is a volunteer for and actively involved in the organization Hopeline/1-800-SUICIDE.

Heather Jarvis is a queer feminist activist. With experience in gender studies, social work and community activism she has spent several years supporting and initiating projects around sexuality, gender, education, stigma and health, anti-violence efforts and creating safer spaces for support.

HEATHER JARVIS

As a survivor, Jarvis was infuriated upon hearing a slut-shaming and victim-blaming comment made by a representative of the Toronto Police force when discussing safety. Having had enough, she cofounded SlutWalk in early 2011 - a small idea that began in Toronto to fight sexual violence and has since spread across the world.

Identifying with sex- and body-positive politics Jarvis constantly aims to shed shame around sex, sexuality and the bodies we have. She has a fascination with language and identities and strives to utilize language to interrogate ideas and blend important conversations across oppression, privilege, desire and expression. Through her politics and her work she has become a speaker, advocate and educator. Described as an eternal optimist by some who know her, Jarvis refuses to believe things cannot change. She is determined to continuously work on improving this world through increased respect, consent, understanding and acceptance.

@heatjarvis Sameen Topan, National Speakers Bureau /// stopan@nsb.com /// 1-800-360-1073 /// slutwalktoronto.com /// facebook.com/ heather.jarvis.5686?fref=ts /// Twitter: @heatjarvis

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS //////////// Matt Wells either fancies himself a bit of a renaissance man or is still trying to figure out what he wants to be when he grows up. His path began fronting the notorious Newfoundland band Bucket Truck where he paid his dues performing on a flatbed truck, at empty bars, and to audiences as large as 30 000 while sharing the stage with bands like Slayer, Damage Plan, Our Lady Peace, Filter, D.O.A, and Green Day. Bucket Truck’s final album was 2005’s “Favor the Bull” recorded in Umea, Sweden and Pouch Cove, Newfoundland with acclaimed producer Pelle Henricsson (Refused) with special guest Walter Schreifels (Quicksand, Gorilla Biscuits).

MATT WELLS

While still touring North America in a 1988 Ford Club Wagon with a broken heater, Matt landed the gig as host of Going Coastal on Much Music where he profiled acts like Feist, Wintersleep, Hot Hot Heat, Hey Rosetta! and Classified before they were thrust into mainstream consciousness. This journey directly led to him embarking on a career as a music television host, music journalist, and interviewer, which over the past 10 years for Much Music, MuchMore, Bravo, MTV and CTV, has put him face to face with Metallica, Lady Gaga, Benicio Del Toro, Quentin Tarantino, Ozzy Osbourne, Lou Reed, Ben Kingsley, The Police, Debbie Harry, Samuel L Jackson, and Aerosmith (just to name a few). It also brought him to the 2010 Winter Olympics as host of The CTV Digital Lounge where Matt had the opportunity to sit down with the world’s most accomplished Olympians past and present.

Matt is a Gemini nominated television host with well over 1500 interview under his belt, but still continues to make music, now co-fronting the 8 piece folk/roots group Lazybones who have released 2 albums, 4 videos, and performed with Levon Helm, Great Big Sea and Tom Cochrane. Over the past year as an actor, he has appeared in the critically acclaimed Tara Berthier, Speakers Boutique /// tara@speakersboutique.com /// Toronto 416.551.6986 /// Halifax 902.999.8272 /// web-series “Prison Dancer; The Musical!”; on TV screens in the CW/CBS 2012 reboot of “Beauty & the Beast” along side Kristin Kreuk; in the short film facebook.com/mattalexanderwells /// Twitter: @mattawells “The Business of Acting” (Wild Driver); and on the stage as Rick in the wildly successful farcical comedy “Frances & Marybeth” at the Factory Theatre in Toronto.

@MattAWells

Not for nuthin’, Matt just might be the only music journalist/actor/writer/ musician/TV host/dad who has interviewed Slayer then jumped on stage to open for them; recorded a song with Huey Lewis; and performed a Led Zeppelin song onstage with half of Van Halen.

TANYA DAVIS

Tanya Davis was the 2011/2012 Poet Laureate of Halifax, NS. Her videopoem How to be Alone, has had over 5 million views on youtube, attracting fans and supporters from the world over. She’s been commissioned by the likes of CBC, The National Film Board of Canada, and Canada Games to pen poems and verse for radio, film, and live performance and she frequently collaborates across artistic genres and media. Tanya tours regularly and internationally as a poet, speaker, and musician and has, thus far, released three albums and one book.

Tanya writes custom pieces based on an organization’s objective or theme.

She provides a way for your event’s participants to reflect and remember the important messages that were shared.

@TanyaDavisMusic

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ED SESSIONS ////////////////// Ed Session 1 - Friday, June 21st / 10:30-11:45pm

Programming 101: Lunenburg Room

“The Basics of Campus Programming” This is a must-attend session for all delegates who are new to the world of campus programming. The lessons you’ll learn from this session will help you build a strong foundation for a successful programming year.

Presenters: Al Legault, McMaster University & Baldeep Randhawa, Mohawk College

Introduction to Marketing: Maritime Room

“The Basics of Marketing on Campus” This is a must-attend session for all delegates who will be developing on campus marketing strategies. This session will cover important topics such as brand identity, engagement, the “4 P’s” of marketing, and more.

Presenters: Chris Green, Brock University & Steve Kosh, Mohawk College

Effective Leadership: Northumberland Room

Understand the difference between managing and leading, different leadership styles, leading by example and what it takes to be seen as a leader by your peers.

Presenters: Matt Morin, University of South Florida-St. Petersburg & Alan Davis, Executive Director of NACA

Clubs 101: Bedford Room

“Welcome to the Club” This session provides insight into what clubs are, why they exist, why they’re important to student life, how to facilitate their creation, and how they can help strengthen student governments.

Presenters: Erica Kitchen, St Clair College & Shelby Harris, University of Massachusetts

Ed Session - Friday, June 21st / 1:45-3pm Steal This Idea - Commonwealth Room B

Can we steal your idea(s)? This is a showcase of activities, events or projects that stood out on campuses this year.

Delegates get to brag about and share what they organized so you can steal the idea and bring it back to your campus.

Presenters: Various Campus Leaders

Ed Session 2 - Friday, June 21st / 3:15-4:30pm Programming 102 A & B - Lunenburg Room (A: Large Schools) and Northumberland Room (B: Small Schools)

“Programming for Large and Small Schools” Two separate sessions that are continuations from the themes in Programming 101, but now divide and cater to the unique needs, responsibilities, challenges, and benefits of programming with larger annual budgets in one session and smaller budgets in another.

Presenters: Al Legault, McMaster University, Pat Maloney, Fanshawe College, Chuck Erman, Sheridan College, and Baldeep Randhawa, Mohawk College

Best Practices in Marketing - Maritime Room

This session will outline important tools and strategies for maximizing efficiency in your marketing campaigns. You’ll learn to understand metrics, measuring and tracking promotion success across various mediums, the 5 phases of customer engagement, budget management, and more.

Presenters: Jeff Lohnes, Movember and Stephen Kosh, Mohawk College

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ED SESSIONS ////////////////// Ed Session 2 - Friday, June 21st / 3:15-4:30pm

Clubs 102 - Fundy Room

“Funding Your Clubs”. Providing funds for clubs to program and run events is one of the key ways to support student engagement and retention at universities. However, there is a great deal of responsibility and ethical considerations that come with being the keepers of the cash. This session will provide an overview of responsible budget management, an effective budget request process, how to maximize available funds, and ways to track and report out fund usage.

Presenters: Shelby Harris, University of Massachusetts

Associate Member/School Relations - Bedford Room

“The Business of Doing Business” This open format session will be a formal opportunity for school members and associates to discuss a number of topics regarding relationship maintenance, business practices, negotiation, and more.

Presenters: Joel Baskin, the Agency Group, Tara Bethier, Speaker’s Boutique, Ken McLeod, Algonquin College, and Chuck Erman, Sheridan College

Ed Session - Saturday, June 22nd / 4:45-6pm Roundtable Hot Topics • • • • • • • • • • • •

Orientation Leader Training: Commonwealth B, Moderated by Pat Maloney, Fanshawe College Mature Adult Student Programming: Commonwealth B, Moderated by Glenn Murray Live Events with No Bar Space: Commonwealth B, Moderated by Bill Kitchen Programming With Sports Teams: Commonwealth B, Moderated by Carrigan Dejardins, St. Mary’s University Developing Creative Campaigns: Lunenmburg Room, Moderated by Kenney Fitzpatrick Working with International Students: Lunenburg Room, Moderated by Jason Mosely Residence Programming: Maritime Room, Moderated by TBA Partnering with Clubs and Societies: Maritime Room, Moderated by Shelby Harris, University of Massachusetts Sponsorship Tips and Tricks: Northumberland Room, Moderated by Al Legault Queer Issues on Campus: Northumberland Room, Moderated by Heather Jarvis Creating Effective Street Teams: Bedford Room, Moderated by Phil Champagne Getting Involved With COCA: Bedford Room, Moderated by Jennifer Wanke, COCA National Chair and Earle Taylor, COCA Executive Director

Ed Session 3 - Saturday, June 22nd / 10:30-11:45pm Unconventional Programming - Lunenburg Room

There’s more to building an events culture on campus than just booking bands and turning the lights on at the pub. Get some cool ideas from some unique perspectives and bring some memorable events to your campus.

Presenters: Baldeep Randhawa Mohawk College & Pat Maloney, Fanshawe College

Making Videos That Don’t Suck - Maritime Room

This session outlines the fundamentals of producing effective marketing videos. This includes scripting, timing, planning, shooting, editing, and how to make them effective once they’re completed.

Presenters: Steve Kosh, Mohawk College

Diversity Programming - Seaport Room

“Something for Everyone” This session will outline the importance of creating programs on campus that appeal to more than just the lowest common denominator. Groups like mature students, foreign students, LGBT students, and anyone else who deserves a positive campus experience who may often be overlooked.

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ED SESSIONS ////////////////// Ed Session 3 - Saturday, June 22nd / 10:30-11:45pm Clubs 103 - Fundy Room

“Keep the Club Open”. This session addresses the common issues many clubs or club organizers have with maintaining members, communicating with student government, communicating with the student body, developing effective protocols, and developing standards and best practices that can be passed down to future leaders.

Presenters: Erica Kitchen, St. Clair College

Student Engagement - Northumberland Room

There is a big difference between “communicating to” and “engaging with” a student body. This session will explore those differences and the art of student engagement, and will give you a new box of ideas to try on your campus.

Presenters: Matt Morin, University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Ed Session 4 - Saturday, June 22st / 3-4:15pm Crisis Communications - Lunenburg Room

“Lessons Learned From a Faculty Strike” This session will provide perspective on how a Students’ Union can manage communication to students during a period of extreme uncertainty such as a faculty strike, and how these practices can be applied to the every day operations of student organizations.

Presenters: Kaleigh McMaster, St. Francis Xavier University

Managing Your Online Identity - Maritime Room

“Don’t Feed the Trolls” This session will outline the benefits and perils of running and managing online pages. Learn how to train your page managers, who to give admin privileges to, what to post about, what NOT to post about, and more.

Presenters: Andrew Barbour, St. Mary’s University

Clubs 104 - Northumberland Room

“Let’s Go Clubbing”. This session delves deeper into the details of the challenges clubs face, how student governments can assist in club management, club structure, and more.

Presenters: Michelle Lee, Durham College/UOIT

NACA for Schools - Fundy Room

Learn about our American neighbours from the National Association of Campus Activities and how your school might benefit from attending a NACA conference.

Presenters: Matt Morin, University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

NACA for Associates - Seaport Room

Learn about our American neighbours from the National Association of Campus Activities and how your company might benefit from attending a NACA conference. This session will also cover Artist showcasing.

Presenters: Alan Davis, NACA

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ED SESSIONS ////////////////// Ed Session 5 - Sunday, June 23rd / 10:30-11:45pm Risk Management - Lunenburg Room

This is a joint session with our friends from CHMA—the association of campus bar managers. Learn how to avoid dangerous situations at your events, and how to be prepared to manage any kind of crisis that may present itself to you and your staff.

Presenters: Shelly MacNeil, Sheridan College

How to Do More With Less Time - Northumberland Room

“The Powerful 60-60-60 Program”. Do you find yourself wishing you could be more efficient with your time? This session will teach you the 60-60-60 principle which will allow you to get more work done in less time, improve your productivity, get in better shape, and free up valuable space in your schedule.

Presenters: Ryan Clauson

Small Schools, Big Ideas - Maritime Room

Think your small size is a disadvantage? Think again! Embrace your uniqueness, turn your size into an advantage and watch big things happen to your small school!

Presenters: Kenney Fitzpatrick, Mount Saint Vincent University

Ed Session 6 - Monday, June 24th / 2-3:15pm Sponsorship - Lunenburg Room

“Getting Other People to Pay for Your Events” This session will outline your opportunities to get extra funding and resources for your events and projects through corporate sponsorships. The discussion will address the perception of “selling out” and the signs of a good “fit” vs. chasing money. Attendees will learn the importance of (and formulation of) a good sponsorship package, ad hoc deals and in-kind partnerships.

Presenters: Jessica Walker, Campus Intercept

Amplifying Your Events - Maritime Room

Communicating with your team, student body and community doesn’t need to be an expensive process. Not with the many free and inexpensive resources available to you. This session looks at communication styles and how to use the tools at hand to make a big impression without breaking the bank! It will also look at social media news releases to maximize the impact of your message.

Presenters: Niki Toomey, ACOA and Charles Crosby, Dalhousie University/Nova Scotia Community College

Event Planning with Community and Alumni - Northumberland Room

This session will give you an overview of efficient event planning strategies particularly when partnering with community organizations and events. This session will also take into consideration outreach and partnering with your campus alumni association events.

Presenters: Monica Njoku, St. Mary’s Alumni Association

Online Trends

This session will take a look at what the current online trends are in regards to web development and application as well as new options for web sites and what makes an effective website.

Presenters: Julia Rivard, Norex

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FALLS Education / Trade Show / Showcasing / Networking Marriott Gateway on the Falls / June 2 – 6, 2014

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MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (THURS) Seahorse Tavern - Thurs, June 20th / 8:30-11:30pm

This has been a big year for Acres and Acres. The band released their sophomore album Truth & Sky, charted on campus radio across the country (#1 on CKDU in Halifax), toured the Maritimes with a full band & string section, and sold out half the shows on their album release tour. Based in Halifax, NS, the band consists of a duo of songwriters (Kris Pope & David Scholten), a killer rhythm section (Jordi Comstock, Ian Sherwood), and a talented composer & keys player (Ian Bent). For bigger shows, a string quartet joins the group, adding the lush layers found on the album. The band’s debut album All Nations was nominated for Recording of the Year at the East Coast Music Awards.

Three years of writing, touring, recording, collaborating and general endless philosophizing resulted in a concise and impressive follow-up album. Truth & Sky uses a variety of live recordings and studio tracks to further develop the band’s unique atmospheric-folk sound.

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Truth & Sky is the perfect blend of mesmerizing vocals and string melodies

@AcresAndAcres

BOOTLEG GLORY

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ACRES & ACRES

Stephanie Purcell, Limelight Communications Group /// Stephanie@LimeLightGroup.com /// (902) 225-9705 /// aaacres.com /// facebook.com/AcresAndAcresMusic /// Twitter: @AcresAndAcres ///

We apologize in advance for rocking your socks off. We know it’s not common to cary an extra pair around with you, so it may be a slightly uncomfortable walk back to the hotel. Contact pete@farbeyond.ca to receive your complimentary pair of replacement socks courtesy of Bootleg Glory.

@BootlegGlory

Peter Munro, FarBeyond /// 647-748-6222 /// pete@farbeyond.ca /// bootlegglory.com /// bootlegglory.bandcamp.com /// facebook.com/bootlegglory /// Twitter: @BootlegGlory

The buzz around Mo Kenney has been building over the last couple of years. The release of her debut, self-titled recording has turned that buzz into a deafening roar. Released in September 2012, Mo Kenney has already received rave reviews across the board. Her unique brand of pop with a touch of folk is quickly finding its way into the hearts and hands of fans and media alike. She has already appeared at such festivals as Canada Music Week, ECMA Week, Stan Rogers Festival, NXNE, Evolve, and Halifax Pop Explosion; she has toured across the country opening for the likes of Joel Plaskett, Ron Sexsmith and Brad Roberts. In November, Kenney performed at the famed Iceland Airwaves Festival in Reykjavik and has already garnered serious respect from her singer/songwriter peers. The list of those loudly singing her praises includes Ron Sexsmith, Brad Roberts (Crash Test Dummies), Gordie Sampson, and Steve Poltz.

MO KENNEY

@mo_kenney

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Tom Kemp, SL Feldman /// 416-598-0067 /// kemp@slfa.com /// mokenney.com /// facebook.com/mokenneymusic /// Twitter: @mo_kenney Jun 11 4:24:52 PM

MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (THURS) Seahorse Tavern - Thurs, June 20th / 8:30-11:30pm

October Sky is a Canadian alternative rock band based in Montreal.

Formed in 2000 by lead vocalist Karl Raymond and drummer Alex Racine, the musical group was soon joined by keyboardist Yanik Rouleau to make the current line up of the band. Their sound has been compared to the likes of Muse, Radiohead, Coldplay and U2.

OCTOBER SKY

@october_sky

Yanik Rouleau, October Sky /// 514-826-5948 /// yanik.rouleau@octobersky.ca /// facebook.com/octoberskyband Twitter: @october_sky

In their formative years Gloryhound listened to Alice Cooper, The Ramones, Thin Lizzy and Iggy Pop. All of these influences can be heard in their self-styled form of rock, but their sound is truly their own. Simply put: “All stacks, no macs.”

GLORYHOUND

With their ECMA nominated debut album “Leave It Alone” under their belts, Gloryhound took up residency in Toronto, to both impress the masses and record their second record, Electric Dusk. On the strength of that recording, and a no holds barred sonic blast of a live performance, the band was signed to the prestigious Agency Group. Hundreds of gigs have followed including shows with Thin Lizzy, Thornley, Sam Roberts, Drive By Truckers, Big Wreck, The Sheep Dogs, Deep Purple and The Cult, along with repeat appearances at Canadian Music Week, NorthByNorthEast and JunoFest.

Gloryhound’s Electric Dusk EP attracted rave reviews and multiple award nominations from Music NS and ECMA, while the EP title track achieved Top 20 status on the national Mediabase Active Rock charts and Top 30 on the Billboard/BDS Canadian Rock charts. Their song “Cruel Little Tease” landed in the opening segment of Michael Melski’s award-winning feature film Charlie Zone, while Electric Dusk, achieved placement in an “NHL Plays of the Week” video for the NHL Network.

Ralph James, Zaed Maqbool, The Agency Group /// 416-368-5599 /// zaedmaqbool@theagencygroup.com /// gloryhoundband.com /// facebook.com/gloryhoundband /// Twitter: @gloryhoundband

Comprised of Evan Meisner (lead vocal/rhythm guitar), David Casey (lead guitar/bg vocal), Shaun Hanlon (drums) and Jeremy MacPherson (bass), Gloryhound are ready to rock the summer festival circuit, while their new single, “Let Me Down Again” continues to climb the rock radio charts.

@gloryhoundband

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MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (FRI) /// The Toothy Moose - Friday, June 21st / 8:30-11:30pm

Final State is a pop/rock feel-good band from Quebec City formed with four passionate musicians. The quartet met in high school and they started off playing in basements, churches, even in parks; simply anywhere the band could. Final State have produced themselves in over 80 shows so far; including a 40 shows high-school-tour and the opening act for major bands/artists such as Down With Webster and Tyler Ward.

FINAL STATE

@final_state Karl-Emmanuel picard, District 7 Productions /// 1-418-265-1919 /// district7prod@gmail.com /// finalstatemusic.com /// facebook.com/finalstate /// Twitter: @final_state

HONEYRUNNERS

2013 has already seen this Toronto-based Motown Rock band included on international campaigns by Bacardi Ltd and Coca-Cola. With 75+ Canadian tour dates, summer festival bookings and a warmly received EP release, consider this indie band ready to play with the big boys. The Honeyrunners are focused on a University fan base, delivering a live show that packs a serious punch. For music, vids, photos and more, please check us out at www.honeyrunners.com.

@honeyrunners Dan Dwoskin, The Honeyrunners /// 647-297-6144 /// bookings@honeyrunners.com /// honeyrunners.com /// youtube.com/honeyrunners /// facebook.com/honeyrunners /// Twitter: @honeyrunners

Charlie A’Court is synonymous with impassioned performances that grip an audience the very moment he takes the stage. Planted at the crossroads of roots and soul, Charlie’s mighty voice, fierce guitar work and contemporary songwriting have earned him a loyal following and a host of awards from Music Nova Scotia and the ECMA. His latest release, Triumph & Disaster is nominated for R&B/Soul Recording and Blues Recording of the year for the 2013 East Coast Music Awards. Fearlessly bridging genres and challenging stylistic conventions, Charlie A’Court has secured his place as one of Canada’s fresh generation of artists poised to take the international stage by storm. www.charlieacourt.com

CHARLIE A’COURT

@charlieacourt

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Bruce Morel, Music Marketimg Intetnational Inc. /// 902-435-0330 /// mmii@ca.inter.net /// (902) 435-3333 /// charlieacourt.com /// facebook.com/charlieacourt /// Twitter: @charlieacourt Jun 11 4:25:14 PM

MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (FRI) /// The Toothy Moose - Friday, June 21st / 8:30-11:30pm MICHAEL WOOD BAND

While fans are immediately struck by the relevance of the evocative lyrics, they are ultimately won over by Michael Wood Band’s attention to all the other elements that make for great rock music. The live show is pure energy, with smoking guitar leads, melodic rhythms, and a seriously infectious groove. Catchy guitar driven originals blended with classic and contemporary rock favorites make for a seamless show. From Victoria, the four-piece features Michael Wood (vocals/guitar), Jon Baergen (bass/ vocals), Josh Weed (guitar/vocals), and Alex Campbell (drums/vocals).

The band’s sound reflects multiple influences ranging from jazz to pop to classic rock, and diverse topics, from the Arab Spring (Should We Be Afraid) to over commercialism (End of the World) to finding your own path (I Think I’ll Just Go to Bed). Receiving radio play nationwide, MWB was voted New Artist of the Month on Ontario’s CKXS FM. Recorded at the Barn Recording Studio (Randy Bachman, Buffy Sainte-Marie) their full length CD “Occupy This” continues to bring them new fans, proving that the MWB are as dedicated to writing and recording great songs as they are to playing an incredible live show.

Eileen Wood, Michael Wood Band /// 250-886-5209 /// eileen@woodrock.ca /// michaelwoodband.com /// reverbnation.com/themwb /// facebook.com/michaelwoodband ///Twitter: @michaelwoodband

Two Hours Traffic’s specialty has always been unforgettable pop melodies. Now, with a revamped lineup and a new producer behind the board, the award-winning Charlottetown, PEI band has honed its craft and created its catchiest, most focused album to date. Entitled Foolish Blood, it was released on February 19 through Bumstead Records. Fans first experienced Two Hours Traffic’s retooled approach in late 2012 with the Siren Spell EP. That tantalizing four-song teaser was replete with electrifying, Motowninfluenced arrangements and razor-sharp choruses that were bighearted and hooky in equal measures. On Foolish Blood, listeners can now experience the full scope of the band’s vision.

@michaelwoodband

TWO HOURS TRAFFIC

@TwoHoursTraffic

Adam Countryman, The Agency Group /// 416-368-5599 Ext 3229 /// adamcountryman@theagencygroup.com /// twohourstraffic.com /// facebook.com/thtmusic /// Twitter: @TwoHoursTraffic

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VARIETY (SAT) ///////////////// Atlantic Ballroom - Sat, June 22nd / 1:45-3:00pm

Peter Bielagus became a top authority on money management for young people the hard way, by first falling deep into credit card debt. Peter entered college with several thousand dollars in savings, but within 6 months he found himself $5,000 in credit card debt. Determined to dig his way out of debt, Peter began reading over 300 books on the on personal finance, interviewing experts, and attending seminars. By graduation, Peter’s cards were clean and he was on his way to financial freedom. A frequent guest in the television and radio media, he has appeared on PBS, NY1 and the nationally syndicated Hints From Heloise. He has been featured in several premier publications, such as The Wall Street Journal, The Miami Herald, and USA Today. Affectionately known as the “Go To Guy For Young People and Their Money,” Peter Bielagus now gives over 60 presentations a year, all over the world. He teaches students, servicemembers, and young professionals how to jumpstart their financial lives.

Mixing humor and emotion with real life examples, Peter empowers audiences of all ages to get started today on managing their money.

@gettingloaded MOLLY BURKE

PETER BIELAGUS

Peter Bielagus, Wealth Educators International, LLC /// 603-606-5685 (USA) /// peterbielagus@gmail.com /// 617-849-5689 /// peterbspeaks.com /// Twitter: @gettingloaded

At age 4 Molly Burke was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a retinal disease causing loss of vision. Drawing from deeply personal experiences, Molly brings audiences, especially students, a uniquely young and current perspective of hope that resonates powerfully with everyone.

@MollyMeToWe

Cristin Talentino, Me to We Speakers /// 647-259-3545 /// cristin@metowe.com /// metowe.com/speakers-bureau/view-all-speakers/ molly-burke/

Ryan Clauson is a Professional Dating Coach and Stand Up Comedian, who for the past 8 years has combined dating advice with comedy to help students find the right person for them and maintain a healthy relationship. Touring at over 100 colleges per year and working with thousands of men and women from around the world, Ryan teaches the secrets to finding love based on his best-selling book, “The Nine Rules of Attraction.”

RYAN CLAUSON

@RyanClauson

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Ryan Clauson /// 603-265-0006 /// Ryan@MrAttraction.com /// mrattraction.com /// facebook.com/Ryan Clauson /// Twitter: @RyanClauson Jun 11 4:25:26 PM

VARIETY (SAT) ///////////////// Atlantic Ballroom- Sat, June 22nd / 4:30-6pm

As a hip-hop artist, Shaun Boothe has a way with words. In tandem with his highly successful Biography Series in which he tells the story of cultural icons through rhyme, and his strong public speaking, Live Your Legacy is a unique and inspirational presentation. Contact pete@farbeyond.ca for bookings.

SHAUN BOOTHE

@ShaunBoothe

Peter Munro, FarBeyond /// 647-748-6222 /// pete@farbeyond.ca /// shaunboothe.com /// shaunboothe.com/1.0/biography-series/ /// facebook.com/shaunboothe /// Twitter: @shaunboothe

Andrew Johnston grew up in the town of Brockville, Ontario with a population of 21,000; 1 of them gay (spoiler alert: it was HIM).

ANDREW JOHNSTON

Now a nationally renowned comedian (Yuk Yuk’s), writer (fab magazine, Xtra) and television personality (MuchMusic’s top-rated Video On Trial), his part interactive-stand-up, partlecture series “ It Gets Better The Best” walks through the extreme cases of bullying he faced growing up and how he came to cope with it - through a sense of humor. In this hour-long discussion, he explores how having a sense of humor can disarm bullying situations that persist well into adulthood, while also delving into pop culture and social media.

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I would like to commend Andrew for his dedication to the cause of anti-bullying efforts.

On behalf of every youth from across Canada, we thank you for your dedication and support.

- Rob Frenette, O.N.B., Co-Executive Director / Co-Founder, BullyingCanada Inc.

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Andrew Johnston is not just one of the most hilarious comedian I have ever seen; he skillfully deconstructs daily life, and experiences of discrimination, bullying and disrespect leaving his audience truly reflective. Using his own personal experiences, he openly shares his hardship to educate and entertain. He is someone our youth love working with and demand come back year after year. Truly one of the best.

- Jeremy Dias, Founder & Director, www.jersvision.org

@_andrewjohnston WAYNE HOFFMAN

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Beth Fraser, Yuk Yuk’s On Tour /// 800-899-9136 x232 /// 416-925-9298 /// beth@yukyuks.com /// funnybusiness.ca /// yukyuks.com

Wayne Hoffman has performed in over 44 different countries presenting his magic and mind reading skills to countless audiences. Winner of COCA’s Lecture/Variety Artist of the year, Wayne continues to perform repeat shows at the schools who have booked him. He’s appeared on NBC’s “Phenomenon”, The Ellen Degeneres Show, The Howard Stern Show, The Glenn Beck Show, CBS’s “Excused”, “Oddities” on the Science Channel, “The A-List” on the Discovery Network, and more. He has won collegiate entertainment awards including, Novelty Entertainer of the Year, Best Male Performer, Entertainer of the Year, and Best Live Novelty Artist. Wayne’s show is a combination of surprising, funny, and strange. A show you don’t want to miss! He is magic and mind reading at its finest.

@WayneHoffman Chris Hodgkins, Hoffman Entertainment /// 323-464-2000 /// info@ilovehoffman.com /// 610-775-9999 /// www.waynehoffman.com /// www. ilovehoffman.com /// facebook.com/waynehoffman99 Twitter: @waynehoffman Coca 2013 manual.indd 29

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VARIETY (SAT) ///////////////// Atlantic Ballroom - Sat, June 22nd / 4:30-6:00pm

Dylan has been featured on Bite TV, XM radio, performed at the North by Northeast Music Festival and was nominated for a Canadian Comedy Award.

He has been hand picked to open up for Comedy Central favourites; Toddy Barry, Todd Glass, Brian Posehn,The Sklar Brothers as well as some names from the past like Pauly Shore and even Mick Foley or “Mankind” from WWE.

DYLAN GOTT

@DylanGott

Beth Fraser, Yuk Yuk’s On Tour /// 800-899-9136 x232 /// 416-925-9298 /// beth@yukyuks.com ///funnybusiness.ca /// yukyuks.com

COCA NATIONAL CONFERENCE HALIFAX 2013

EDY COM ASE C W O SH

GARRETT CLARK

EDY COM ASE C W O H S

LEC SHO TURE WCA SE

LEC SHO TURE WCA SE

EDY COM ASE C SHOW

MICHELLE SHAUGHNESSY

ALEX PAVONE

ANDREW JOHNSTON

For Booking Info Contact:

beth@yukyuks.com or call 1-800-899-9136 ext 232

DYLAN GOTT

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COMEDY (SAT) ///////////////// The Gorsebrook - Sat, June 22nd / 8:30-11:30pm JEFF MACKINNON

Jeff MacKinnon is an important comedian who continually refines the art of stating his opinions as facts. He has been featured on NBC, CBS, MTV, Sirius XM, ManiaTV!, Comedy.TV and the Comedy Central “Comics To Watch” showcase. In 2011 alone, he performed at festivals around the World, including the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Bridgetown, SF Sketchfest, Boston International, and Laughing Skull.

His ability to create material on the spot led him to become a regular performer on Set List, an internationally-acclaimed live improvised stand-up show that airs overseas on SkyAtlantic HD. He tells jokes that he writes. He tells them real funny-like. He once described himself as “one of the best comedians his parents ever gave birth to.”

He is also a quick-witted improviser - known as Agent Eyebrows in Campus Activities “College Act of the Year” Mission IMPROVable and member of their house-team Child Dish. Jeff is also a founding member of Groundlings-bred Hot Ice! Sketch Comedy and a primary writer-performer in the sketch pilot Recycled Babies. His debut comedyalbum, Bring Me To Your Mother was released in September 2011 and sold more copies than zero.

@WickedComedy Jeff MacKinnon /// 303-981-4452 /// wickedcomedy@yahoo.com /// jeffmackinnon.org /// facebook.com/jeffmackinnoncomedy /// Twitter: @wickedcomedy

A bark like a Chihuahua but a bite like a Rottweiler, Nick Reynoldson is an animal. Like a rose that grew between the cracks in the concrete, he was bred in Scarborough. (Except not like a rose at all, more like a dandelion that has been trampled on for years.) He is a rising star in the comedy scene with performances at The Second City, No Kidding TV, Kenny Robinson’s Nubian Night, Comedy Records East Coast Tour and a feature performer at Absolute Comedy and House of Comedy. This young man is a must see… just don’t get too close, after all he does have a bite like a Rottweiler.

NICK REYNOLDSON

@NickReynoldson Barry Taylor, Comedy Records /// 416.768.0400 /// bt@comedyrecords.ca /// NickReynoldson.com /// facebook.com/nick.reynoldson /// Twitter: @NickReynoldson

ALEX PAVONE

The high-energy, take-no-prisoners, comedy of ALEX PAVONE is not to be missed.

A super-honest storyteller, Alex uses his Italian background and colourful acquaintances to weave a laugh-filled web of comic excitement.

Born and raised in Woodbridge, Ontario, Pavone has been making crowds laugh since 2007.

Recently, Pavone opened for MAD-TV’s Bobby Lee, was a comedy panelist on MTV’s “Cocktales” and was featured on the bestselling YukYuk’s audiobook, “Road Warriors and Rarities.”

But Alex Pavone needs to be seen to be believed. His is definitely a star on the rise.

Beth Fraser, Yuk Yuk’s On Tour /// 800-899-9136 x227 /// 416-925-9298 /// beth@yukyuks.com /// funnybusiness.ca /// yukyuks.com Coca 2013 manual.indd 31

@MrAlexPavone

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COMEDY (SAT) ///////////////// The Gorsebrook - Sat, June 22nd / 8:30-11:30pm

Starting his comedy career at the tender age of 15, Garrett Clark has had the opportunity to dabble in a few of its many different forms. With a repertoire that includes improv, sketch, and television hosting, Garrett is more comfortable on stage than anywhere else, allowing for an unpredictable and dynamic show.

GARRETT CLARK

Although he speaks a bit funny, he does consider himself a Canadian comic… just a bit confused. Being Canadian born, but Australian raised, Garrett is able to bring a very unique angle to his comedy (that of a Vegemite eating hockey fan) and in turn, is proving to be one of Canada’s fastest rising stars. Frequently touring from Hawaii to Halifax, and from Sydney to St John’s, Garrett has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in comedy, including Jamie Kennedy and Russell Peters.

@GarrettAClark Beth Fraser, Yuk Yuk’s On Tour /// 800-899-9136 x232 /// 416-925-9298 /// beth@yukyuks.com /// funnybusiness.ca /// yukyuks.com

MICHELLE SHAUGHNESSY

Michelle began her career as a teenager moving from small town Ontario to the metropolis of Toronto. She was quickly playing comedy clubs nationwide and was soon landing television appearances on The Comedy Network, W Network, Bite Television, CBC’s LOL and has been heard many times on XM Radio’s Laugh Attack.

Most recently she was seen as a featured performer in the Global Vancouver Comedy Festival, Edmonton Comedy Festival and will be taping The Winnipeg Comedy Festival for CBC this year.

@MichellesFunny Beth Fraser, Yuk Yuk’s On Tour /// 800-899-9136 x232 /// 416-925-9298 /// beth@yukyuks.com /// funnybusiness.ca /// yukyuks.com

With his ‘ranty’, need-to-get-this-out style, Nathan Macintosh offers a deeper, different perspective that’s always fresh and funny. His opinions and thoughts focus on a unique sense of individuality, making him compelling and interesting, while touching on topics most people overlook, and leaving them thinking about them for days after.

NATHAN MACINTOSH

@nathanmacintosh

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Barry Taylor, Comedy Records /// 416.768.0400 /// bt@comedyrecords.ca /// NathanMacinstosh.com /// facebook.com/nathan.macintosh /// Twitter: @NathanMacinstosh Jun 11 4:25:39 PM

Are your students really getting the best health benefits and the best services from your current provider?

ACL Student Benefits can help your students save money and get more from their health and dental benefits, especially with the Speakup Flex Plan, as well as access to extra benefits like the WeSpeakStudent eProfile™ Mobile App, EAP programs, and more.

Speakup is North America’s first flexible benefit plan for students. With the help of the student executives, we will develop multiple plan designs that students can choose from, giving them control and savings.

It is becoming such an important trend in student insurance that more than ten of our schools will be on a Flex Plan in 2013.

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Student Wellness During stressful times, students need access to qualified professionals to help traverse. We offer a unique opportunity to allow you to increase access to specialists and resources with our partnerships with a number of wellness providers, including Ceridian, FeelingBetterNow, MedExtra, and HHI Resiliency.

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SINGER/SONGWRITER (SUN) /// Atlantic Ballroom - Sun, June 23rd / 4-6pm

A humble and soft-spoken Prince Edward Island musician, Tim Chaisson began performing publically during primary school in a family Celtic ensemble before embracing his inner songwriter as a teenager and self-releasing four albums. With the release of his current album “The Other Side” (Bumstead Records), Chaisson has been added to the roster of Bumstead Management, ventured across Australia on two successful solo tours and performed to ever-expanding audiences across Canada from club and festival stages alike. He’s also amassed his share of awards and accolades, including COCA Emerging Artist of the Year and Music PEI Touring Artist of the Year in 2012. Tim Chaisson has also been nominated for 4 East Coast Music Awards. (Halifax March 2013) • Song of the Year “Beat This Heart” • Roots/Traditional Solo Recording of the Year • Entertainer of the Year • Video of the Year “Beat This Heart”

TIM CHAISSON

@TimChaisson Joel Baskin, SL Feldman & Associates /// 416.598.0067 x.309 /// Baskin@slfa.com /// Fax: 416.598.9597 /// timchaisson.com /// facebook.com/timchaissonmusic /// Twitter: @timchaisson

PATRICK DORIE

Patrick Dorie left the CCMAs in Saskatoon with the new title of “The Canadian Bob Dylan.” He writes songs that are beyond his years and balances his sometimes heavy themes with dry wit and humor in his live shows.

@PatrickDorie

Peter Munro, FarBeyond /// 905-767-8356 /// pete@farbeyond.ca /// patrickdorie.com /// patrickdorie.bandcamp.com /// facebook.com/patrickdorie /// Twitter: @patrickdorie

Discovering Levi Stephens’ music is like enjoying a surprisingly great meal at the local cafe you’ve passed a thousand times before finally deciding to stop in. You thought you knew what you were getting into, but this is something more. It’s refreshing --a pleasant surprise that a new artist in an industry plagued by dying creativity chooses to follow in the tradition of those classic singer- songwriters that came before. With each song he writes, Levi’s goal is timelessness. “I feel like that kind of music will always have a place and staying power” he says. His songs explore a variety of relevant subjects while including the elements that always stand the test of time; musicianship, strong lyrics, and shared experiences. This line of thought is even reflected in the cover songs that Levi chooses to perform. He has a special gift that pulls people in as they listen and love the sound of Levi Stephens.

LEVI STEPHENS

@LeviStephens

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Jeff Hyman, Degy Booking Int. /// 732-818-9600 /// jeff@degy.com /// levistephens.com /// degy.com /// facebook.com/pages/Levi-Stephens/89609439257 /// Twitter: @levistephens Jun 11 4:25:45 PM

SINGER/SONGWRITER (SUN) /// Atlantic Ballroom - Sun, June 23rd / 4-6pm CRAIG CARDIFF

Songwriter, troubadour, Craig Cardiff builds landscapes of sound using live digital loops, bringing the room to a hush. Edged, folk, beautiful, melancholy and left leaning, one song breaks your heart, and the next one puts it back together. Craig Cardiff is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Known throughout Canada, Craig is beginning to develop a following throughout North America, and into some parts of Europe. With guitar in hand, Craig can turn any setting into an intimate affair. Infusing his music and lyrics with a uncompromising humanism that is rarely seen in today’s production heavy climate. Craig makes it a point to keep the relationship with his fans personal, inviting and accepting any opportunity to make his audience as much a part of the performance as he is. Don’t be surprised if one day you find yourself enjoy one of Craig’s renowned performances from the comfort of your own living room.

@CraigCardiff Mack Johnson, Partick Artists /// 613-203-4800 /// mack@partickartists.com /// craigcardiff.com /// facebook. com/TheCraigCardiff /// Twitter: @CraigCardiff

Andrew O’Brien and Catherine Allan’s earnest blend of acoustic folk/pop and roots has been gaining them significant critical and popular praise. Bare-bones arrangements and delicate, quietly assured harmony allows for the intimate musical conversations that have made their live shows so endearing and memorable. They perform with the openheartedness of two people that live the songs they sing and the vulnerability and closeness between them in performance is palpable.

FORTUNATE ONES

@FortunateOnes @obriensearch @wrathof_cath RUSS DAWSON (Alternate)

Grant Paley, Paquin Entertainment /// 204-988-1120 x125 /// grant@paquinentertainment.com /// fortunateones.ca /// sonicbids.com/ andrewjamesobrien /// facebook.com/fortunateonesmusic /// Twitter: @obriensearch @wrathof_cath

The sea was angry that day my friends.. The waves crashing in on the shoreline..

The blazing hot sun beating down. All of a sudden in the shallows, a huge seashell crashes into the sand.. Another wave rolls in and smashes it against a giant log. It bursts open.. For a few seconds it was as if the world stopped.. the anticipation of what could be inside this peculiar vessel, even made the birds flying by hold their breath. Then as the earth seems to start spinning again, like a phoenix from the flames, out of it rises the golden blonde hair of Russ Dawson.

@russ_dawson

Travis Nesbitt, Cred and Butter Booking/Management /// 780 616 8008 /// credandbutter@gmail.com /// russdawsonmusic.com /// facebook.com/ russdawsonmusic /// Twitter: @russ_dawson Coca 2013 manual.indd 35

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MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (SUN) // Pacifico - Sun, June 23rd / 8:30-11:30pm

At 18, Molly Thomason is already a force to be reckoned with. She was named Young Performer of the Year by the Canadian Folk Music Awards, recognized as one of Canada’s Top 20 Under 20, won the “She’s The One” contest at the Ottawa Bluesfest, received two ECMA nominations for her sophomore recording, and received two Music Nova Scotia award nominations – Female Artist Recording of the Year and SOCAN Songwriter of the Year for her co-write with Carleton Stone, “Never Felt A Thing”. A testament to the strength of Molly’s writing, she was also a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting competition and a finalist in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition in 2012. Molly is just putting the finishing touches on her third full-length album, produced by John Angus MacDonald (The Trews), a full-on rock record chock-full of hook-laden songs powered by Molly’s strong and distinctive vocals.

MOLLY THOMASON

@Thomason_Molly Adam Shanfield, S.L. Feldman & Associates /// T: 416-598-0067 /// F: 416-598-9597 /// C: 647.448.4807 /// shanfield@slfa.com

RAQUEL WARCHOL

Singer-songwriter Raquel Warchol hails from Vernon, B.C. and is a talented up-and-coming artist with a panache for the guitar. Pulling from influences like John Mayer’s bluesy-pop sounds, Sheryl Crow’s rock sensibilities, Keith Urban’s country flair and Colbie Cailliat’s organic manner, Raquel flaunts a distinct style that intertwines musical worlds. Not only an accomplished musician and vocalist, Raquel is also a songwriter, writing with some of the most talented songwriters in the business. She recently recorded four new songs in Nashville with two-time Grammy winner Chad Carlson, some of which she will be performing tonight!

@RaquelWarchol

Renee Behrman, Modern Management /// 615-742-0099 /// raquelinquiries@modmgmt.com /// raquelwarchol.com /// modmgmt.com /// facebook.com/raquelwarchol /// Twitter: @RaquelWarchol

Since releasing “My name is Amos”, his debut album in 2008, Joannides has grown leaps and bounds not only as a singer, songwriter, musician, but perhaps most importantly as a performer. He has toured Canada performing for live television audiences, logged well over a thousand gigs, put himself in situations that he knew would inform him and give him the experience he needed to bring his music forward in confidence and style. He has discovered over these last few years who he really is as an artist and performer. What sets Amos apart from other musicians is his live performance. While his voice has hints of Martin Sexton’s soulful passion and Bobby McFerrin’s tonal quality and playfulness, it is as unique as Rod Stewart’s. His eclectic and ever-evolving musical style crosses genres a la Peter Gabriel keeping his audience - who have come to expect the unexpected - mesmerized.

AMOS JOANNIDES

@AmosJoannides

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Jessica Thomson, West Brome Records /// 450-204-4200 /// jss.thmsn@gmail.com /// amosj.com /// Twitter: @AmosJoannides Jun 11 4:25:59 PM

MAINSTAGE SHOWCASE (SUN) // Pacifico - Sun, June 23rd / 8:30-11:30pm JARED MAHONE

Jared Mahone is not your typical singer-songwriter with an acoustic guitar.

One grin and quick witty remark from Jared make him an easy guy to like.

His soulful, funky tunes filled with genuinely thoughtful lyrics make him easy to remember. His original style, soulful vocals and unbelievable beatbox showcase make him impossible to forget. As one of the most booked performers in the college market, Jared completed 500+ shows across the country including a campus tour with 90 concerts in less than 120 days. His “Mixtape Project” allowed fans to hear a new song from him every week in 2010 and now the favorite songs from the project make up his new full-length album. The record was created by an all-star team including producer Jerry DePizzo of O.A.R., Grammy award winning mix engineer Mike Landolt (Maroon 5), and Brian Lucey (The Shins, The Black Keys).

@JaredMahone Jeff Hyman, Degy Booking /// 217-359-4243 /// jeff@degy.com /// 217-359-5287 /// facebook.com/pages/ jared_mahone/48915058262 /// Twitter: @jaredmahone

Born in the UK, raised in NYC and now residing Toronto, Dance/Pop Artist Zolo has always felt most at ease in front of a crowd. Being the center of attention came easily to Zolo, and his athletic skill soon piqued the interest of the Canadian men’s national soccer team. Still, it was the passing of his father that had the most profound influence on the artist, and that motivated him to pursue his ultimate goal: to become a Dance/Pop recording artist.

ZOLO

With his profile on the rise, Zolo has released a Dance-Tape “LOST”, a fulllength collection of in-the-red party jams that perfectly encapsulates the artist’s playful club culture vibe. Incorporating elements of electro, pop and hip-hop alongside a message that celebrates individuality and that it’s “cool to be yourself “, the album is sure to continue Zolo’s winning streak.

@zoloworld Marley G., Zoloworld /// 416-877-7485 /// Zolo.world.com@gmail.com /// Worldofzolo.com /// Facebook.com/zoloworld /// Twitter: @zoloworld

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ELECTRO SHOWCASE /////////// Pacifico - Mon, June 24th / 8:30-11:30pm

Jutes is a 21 year old rapper born and raised in Ottawa. One year after moving to Toronto to attend Film School, he dropped out to pursue a career in music. After his first year making music, Jutes has already stirred up a buzz with his unique blend of quick rhymes and singing.

His background in film has also helped him produce interesting and professional looking music videos in a DIY manner.

JUTES

@JutesMusic

Anthony Di Nardo, Jutes /// 905 536 2018 /// anthonyydinardo@hotmail.com /// jutesmusic.com /// facebook.com/JutesMusic /// Twitter: @JutesMusic

ABSTRACT ARTFORM

Abstract Artform have come a long way since the release of their debut album “Prairie Kid” back in 2008, which garnered them high praise as one of Winnipeg’s leading acts. When AA released their sophomore album “His Story In The Making” in 2010, the band catapulted onto radars across Canada as they peaked at #2 on both Chart Attack and !earshot Hip Hop College Radio Charts, as well as making the Top 25 Hip Hop charts on CMJ in the USA, along with added rotation on Winnipeg’s HOT 103.1FM and STREETZ 104.7FM of their hit single “Summer in the City ft. Doodlebug (of Digable Planets)“. Now the International Songwriting Competition finalists are back with their third edition of blues/funk influenced Hip-Hop with “As the Crow Flies” produced by Juno nominated producer Fresh Kils on Ol Roy Records, which features collaborations with Juno nominated rapper D-Sisive, blues/roots artist Rambling Dan Frechette and cuts from Uncle Fester.

@AbstractForm Al Pitch, Superb Entertainment /// 204-233-2184 /// bookings@abstractartform.com /// abstractartform.com /// facebook.com/abstractartformmusic /// Twitter: @abstractartform

Traviiis Triiip and Morgan Morgan (previiiously Sociiial Code) and DJ Gene make up the Edmonton/ Los Angeles band SIIINES. When one puts 2 differing thiiings together, as a hand goes iiinto the glove, sometiiimes the blend is compliiimentary, and sometiiimes the fiiinger iiis a knot, and can proceed no further wiiithout great diiiscomfort. IIIn addiiition, once together, the hand/ glove combiiination can accompliiish beautiiiful thiiings, as embraciiing a small aniiimal without fear of contamiiination, or unfortunate actiiions, as thrustiiing repeatably iiinto ugly mud or effluent.

SIIINES

Travis Triiip, Morgan Morgan employ techniiiques of rock bands and salaciiious liiifestyle, and DJ Gene, she of extreme beauty and promiiinence, produces a iiincredulously large spectrum of rhythmiiic patterns and luxuriiious happeniiings. Thiiis atypiiical blending does much the former as the glove and the hand example, and not so much the latter. The progeny iiis most compliiimentary and adept.

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@SIIINES

Jason Furman, The Feldman Agency /// 416.598.0067 /// furman@feldman-agency.com /// siiines.com /// facebook.com/siiines /// siiines.com/siiines Jun 11 4:26:16 PM

ELECTRO SHOWCASE (SUN) ///// Pacifico - Mon, June 24th / 8:30-11:30pm

Born and raised in the Caribbean island of St Lucia, Kayo is by no stretch of the imagination a newcomer to the music scene. At the age of 14, Kayo knew that music was his calling. After performing for a number of years in the Caribbean, Kayo moved to Canada in 2008 to further his career in music while simultaneously pursuing a university education. Within his fouryear journey at St Mary’s University, He landed a production deal with Half Life Records, owned by Canadian Hip Hop mogul, Classified. He signed a subsequent 5 album recording deal with EMI Music Canada and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. Since living in Canada, he has released 3 full length projects, had a single on the Canadian airwaves, and toured across the country extensively with acts like Classified, Kidz in The Hall, Hedley, Xzibit and Snoop Dogg. His style is what one would call golden era Hip-Hop with a blend of R&B and Reggae. His infectious cadence and passionate presence are sure to draw you in as he bares his very soul in his music.

KAYO

Adam Shanfield, The Feldman Agency /// 416-598-0067 /// shanfield@feldman-agency.com /// kayomusic.com /// facebook.com/KayoGuevarra /// Twitter: @KayoGuevarra

@KayoGuevarra

After performing percussion professionally for over 12 years, Jay Andrews has branched in to the world of electronic production and live percussion remixing. By integrating drumming with sampled loop based mash-ups, Jay is now known as Sticks, an energetic, live and original club performer. With experience in numerous styles and venues, Sticks takes music people know and chops and changes it in to a rhythmic experience. By both DJing and drumming simultaneously, Sticks is a one man show created, produced and performed to break the barrier between instrumentalist and DJ.

STICKS

@SticksWork

Stephanie Purcell, Limelight entertainment /// (902) 433-1986 /// stephanie@limelightgroup.com /// Stickswork.com /// facebook.com/pages/Sticks/134795409906166 /// Twitter: @Stickswork

MILES JONES

Marshall Tully, Tully Management Group /// 416 561 5432 /// marshall@tullymanagementgroup.ca /// www. runawayjones.com /// facebook.com/milesjonesmusic /// Twitter: @MilesJones Coca 2013 manual.indd 39

Blending futuristic beats with that unassailable boom-bap head-nod quality and familiar strains of house, Jones has crafted a critically-acclaimed brand of urban music that speaks to his eclectic upbringing in one of the most multicultural cities in the world. His infectious charisma at live shows can be in part attributed to the early influence of his father, Deadly Hedley an influential DJ in Toronto’s club scene. After releasing his 2006 debut, One Chance, as his graduating thesis at McMaster University, Jones began working on his 2009 sophomore release, Runaway Jones. Featuring some of the top players in Canada’s hip hop scene, including Boi-1da, Black Milk, Percee P, Kae Sun and Shad K, the album charted at number three on iTunes Canada and received sync placements on CBS’s CSI: Las Vegas, ABC’s Rookie Blue and on the 2010 CTV Olympic Broadcast. While garnering international acclaim, the album won Jones a Toronto Independent Music Award for “Song of the Year” and a prize for the 2010 Billboard Song Contest. In addition to his activities as a DJ, producer, singer/ songwriter and owner of Mojo Records and Publishing, Jones is a contributing affiliate of the creative group AMDcollective, which has produced most of his unique visuals both photo and video.

@MilesJones

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AWARDS BANQUET ///////////// Atlantic Ballroom - Mon, June 24h / 6-8pm TREVOR BORIS (HOST)

Trevor Boris has come a long way from the farm he grew up on near Winnipeg. He is the star of MuchMusic’s hit show ‘Video on Trial’ now in its seventh season, has performed on CONAN on TBS, as well as starring in numerous stand up specials for CTV and LOGO. A two-time Canadian Comedy Award nominee, Trevor has performed at more than twenty comedy festivals around the world including South Africa, England, and has made four appearances at the world renowned Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal.

In addition to his on air work, Trevor is an accomplished television producer having worked on Canada’s Got Talent, Video on Trial and currently is a producer on Big Brother Canada. He has also written the ‘08/’09 Juno Awards for host Russell Peters, five years of the MMVAs, the Canada’s Walk of Fame Special twice for host Howie Mandel, and numerous other specials.

Trevor’s is a fast-paced, hip, and energetic style of comedy which has quickly made him a fan favourite everywhere he goes.

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