AFOA CANADA 16 TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

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1 AFOA CANADA 16 TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 16-18, 2016 MONTRÉAL, QUÉBEC FAIRMONT THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HOTEL LEADERSHI AND GOVERNANCE Transformational Change through Education and Capacity Building LEAD SONSOR CANADA S REMIERE CONFERENCE FOR ABORIGINAL FINANCE, MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHI ROFESSIONALS THAT FOCUSES ON BUILDING CAACITY AND CREATING WEALTH IN OUR COMMUNITIES. SONSORSHI FLYER

CONFERENCE SONSORSHI OORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS Be recognized as an organization that supports Aboriginal Communities and gain valuable exposure at the premiere national conference for Aboriginal

With over 1,000 participants attending, you can help AFOA Canada achieve its mandate while also accessing the largest marketplace of Aboriginal decision-makers in the country.

2 CONFERENCE SONSORSHI OORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS Be recognized as an organization that supports Aboriginal Communities and gain valuable exposure at the premiere national conference for Aboriginal leadership, finance and management professionals. With over 1,000 participants attending, you can help AFOA Canada achieve its mandate while also accessing the largest marketplace of Aboriginal decision-makers in the country. Exclusive Lead Sponsor $40,000 Exclusive Benefits! Highlight your company on the 2016 conference promotional video and include a welcoming address to delegates (Exclusive to Lead Sponsor) Top logo placement on electronic and hard copy of e-blasts, media kits and other conference marketing Top logo placement on conference website pages with link to company site E-newsletter and marketing announcing your company s sponsorship Deliver welcoming address at the opening plenary (5 minutes max.) Top logo placement on conference signage where sponsors are recognized Top logo placement on slides projected on the screens during the plenary sessions (excluding luncheon and banquet presentations and Former National Chiefs anel) Complimentary full page colour ad in the conference program (sponsor to provide the ad) rovide a promotional item or corporate information at each seat at the opening plenary (sponsor to provide the item) Recognition as the Lead Sponsor on the cover of the conference program Recognition as the Lead Sponsor on the sponsorship flyer Additional Benefits Four (4) complimentary conference registrations Complimentary booth space at conference trade show with prime location Four (4) complimentary tickets to the resident s Reception and Banquet on the Thursday evening of the conference with VI reserved seating Opportunity to moderate a conference workshop Seating for one (1) individual at head tables during the luncheons and at the banquet Meeting space for the exclusive use by Lead Sponsor throughout duration of the conference, for small meetings, conference calls, etc. Sponsor signage in meeting room LEAD SONSOR First Nations Bank of Canada is proud to be the Lead Sponsor for the 16 th AFOA Canada National Conference. To be effective, leaders need the best information and analysis from their finance and administration professionals and AFOA Canada plays a vital role in developing the capacity of these professionals. I look forward to seeing everyone at the National Conference in Montréal. Keith Martell, CA, CA, CAFM CEO of First Nations Bank of Canada

3 FORMER National Chiefs anel Sponsor $25,000 The Former National Chiefs lenary anel is a high profile event occurring at AFOA Canada s 16 th National Conference! The anel will be an excellent media opportunity for a potential sponsor as the anel is sure to be featured on national news networks across Canada. Exclusive Benefits! nd level logo placement on electronic and hard copy of e-blasts, media kits and other conference marketing nd level logo placement on conference website pages with link back to company site Introduce moderator, The Right Honourable aul Martin, C CC, during day two lenary Host the panelists + panelist guests at a private breakfast reception/panelist ready room. Sponsor (1 individual) + 5 guests Sponsor signage in breakfast room/panelist ready room Receive acknowledgement at opening and closing of each day by AFOA Canada resident and/or Conference Co-Chairs nd level logo placement on conference signage where sponsors are recognized Logo displayed on backdrop with the Former National Chiefs anel title throughout panel duration Logo displayed on slides projected on the screens during day two plenary session (excluding during luncheon presentations and banquet presentations) nd level logo placement on cover of Conference rogram ost a video or advertisement on the conference mobile A (sponsor to provide the ad or video) Complimentary 1/2 page colour ad in the conference program (sponsor to provide the ad) nd level logo placement on conference wrap-up on AFOA Canada website nd level logo placement in the AFOA Canada Annual Report Conference section Additional Benefits Four (4) complimentary conference registrations Complimentary booth space at conference trade show with prime location Four (4) complimentary tickets to the resident s Reception and Banquet on the Thursday evening of the conference with VI reserved seating Opportunity to moderate a conference workshop Seating for one (1) individual at head tables during the two (2) luncheons Community artner $20,000 Exclusive Benefits! nd level logo on electronic and hard copy of e-blasts, media kits and other conference marketing nd level logo on conference website pages with link back to company site rovide a promotional item or corporate information at each seat at the Thursday lenary (sponsor to provide the item) Deliver welcoming address at the Thursday morning plenary (3 minutes max) Logo displayed on slides projected on the screens during the day two plenary keynote presentation (excluding luncheon and banquet presentations and Former National Chiefs anel) Sponsor signage in meeting room nd level logo placement on conference signage where sponsors are recognized Complimentary 1/2 page colour ad in the conference program (sponsor to provide the ad) Recognition as the Community artner on the cover of the conference program Receive acknowledgement at opening and closing of each day by AFOA Canada resident and/or Conference Co-Chairs nd level logo placement on conference wrap-up on AFOA website nd level logo placement in the AFOA Canada Annual Report Conference section Additional Benefits Four (4) complimentary conference registrations Complimentary booth space at conference trade show with prime location Four (4) complimentary tickets to the resident s Reception and Banquet on the Thursday evening of the conference with VI reserved seating Opportunity to moderate a conference workshop Seating for one (1) individuals at head tables during the two (2) luncheons Meeting space for the exclusive use by the Community artner throughout duration of the conference, for small meetings, conference calls, etc.

4 Delegate Kits Youth Awards Luncheon Closin Luncheo CONFERENCE OORTUNITIES / BENEFITS Exclusive! Logo etched on kit $12,000 $10,000 $10,00 Deliver welcoming remarks at your sponsored event (5 min) Offer a promotional item at all seats at luncheon Receive an introduction and thank you at your sponsored event Logo in program where your sponsored event is mentioned Complimentary booth space in or next to the Café Logo on signage for your sponsored event 5 complimentary tickets to the reception and banquet Moderate the workshop which you sponsor Logo on opening page of the mobile app Direct recognition on social media sites (Facebook and Twitter) Opportunity to have your logo on backdrop for video interviews which will appear on social media sites after the event Host an intimate by-invitation only Networking Reception on the Wednesday evening of the conference! You create the invitation list based on conference registrations and AFOA Canada distributes your invitations. AFOA Canada provides you with the space for the reception and you are responsible for any additional costs, including food and beverages. You choose the format and the program for the evening. An opportunity for those companies who want more than just exposure! This is your chance to deliver a 75 minute presentation on both days of the Conference; a presentation that focuses on your organization s services or products! ALL SONSORSHIS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: One booth space at a discounted rate of $ (unless otherwise indicated) One complimentary conference registration, including receptions and meals (unless otherwise indicated) Opportunity to moderate a conference workshop Invitation to the by-invitation only resident s Reception Opportunity to include a flyer in the delegate kits Opportunity to showcase a video or advertisement on the conference mobile A (sponsor to provide the ad or video) Receive acknowledgement at opening and closing of each day ALL SONSOR LOGOS WILL BE FEATURED ON: Conference website pages with link to sponsor website Conference signage where sponsors are recognized Conference sponsor recognition page in conference program Conference wrap-up on AFOA Canada website Conference section of the AFOA Canada annual report Electronic and hard copy of e-blasts, media kits and other conference marketing

5 g n Technology Café Opening Reception resident s Reception Registration Community Connector - Workshop (20) Social Media Booth and Conference Mobile A By Invitation Only Networking Reception roduct Information Session (2) 0 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $8,500 $7,500 $7,500 $7,500 $6,500 banner

6 BANQUET AND CONVOCATION OORTUNITIES resenting Convocation Entertainment Leadership Awards re-dinner Cultural Entertainment Deliver welcoming remarks at your sponsored event Offer a promotional item at all seats at banquet Deliver the Leadership Awards presentation Receive an introduction and thank you at your sponsored event Logo in conference program where your sponsored event is mentioned $15,000 $10,000 $10,000 $7,500 $5,000 5 min 3 min 3 min Logo on signage for your sponsored event Introduce and/or thank entertainment at your sponsored event Logo in the evening program cover inside inside inside inside Logo on looping oweroint presentation throughout evening One seat at the AFOA Canada head tables for banquet Complimentary tickets to the reception and banquet ALL SONSORSHIS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: One booth space at discounted rate of $ (unless otherwise indicated) One complimentary conference registration, including receptions and meals (unless otherwise indicated) Invitation to the by-invitation only resident s Reception Opportunity to include a flyer in the delegate kits Opportunity to showcase a video or advertisement on the conference mobile A (sponsor to provide the ad or video) Receive acknowledgement at opening and closing of each day ALL SONSOR LOGOS WILL BE FEATURED ON: Conference website pages with link to sponsor website Conference signage where sponsors are recognized Conference sponsor recognition page in conference program Conference wrap-up on AFOA Canada website Conference section of the AFOA Canada annual report Electronic and hard copy of e-blasts, media kits and other conference marketing

7 DELEGATE SONSORSHI OORTUNITIES INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE Group Registration Sponsorship (Minimum of 30 individuals) Sponsor the group registration of 30 or more individuals and benefit from the Early-Bird Member rate of $720 for everyone! Delegate Sponsorship (Minimum of 2 individuals) $7,000 This is an opportunity for companies to contribute directly to Aboriginal communities. Each year, AFOA Canada receives dozens of calls and s from communities requesting delegate sponsorship. This sponsorship opportunity is designed to help those communities, without the necessary funding, to increase their capacity and send staff to the National Conference. Help increase capacity in Aboriginal communities and have your contributions acknowledged throughout the conference. Your sponsorship will cover registration fees and travel costs (i.e. air, accommodations, meals). Help Build a Community of rofessionals! Aboriginal Student SponsorSHI (Minimum of 2 students) $7,000 This is an opportunity for companies to contribute to the continuing education of Aboriginal youth. This sponsorship will cover the registration and travel related expenses to send two (2) post-secondary Aboriginal finance students to the National Conference to learn about professional opportunities and to strengthen their leadership skills. Help support Aboriginal youth interested in a career in financial management and have your contributions acknowledged throughout the conference. Help Build a Community of rofessionals! Don t see a sponsorship opportunity that is a good fit for you? Contact AFOA Canada today to discuss a sponsorship opportunity tailored to meet your company or organization s needs! Exhibit Opportunities Take this opportunity to showcase your products and services to Aboriginal leaders and decision-makers. The exhibit area is the hub of activities and a popular destination for all delegates. Don t miss this opportunity to make contact with potential customers reserve your booth space today! Banquet Table Opportunities Make a donation to AFOA Canada s registered charity Indigenous Learning Centre and your organization will receive a charitable tax receipt! For donations over $ , we will thank your organization and hold a banquet table to seat eight (8) of your conference delegates at the 16 th National Conference Banquet on Thursday, February 18, lease send cheques payable to the Indigenous Learning Centre, c/o AFOA Canada or contact Sheila Howard for more details about this opportunity at showard@afoa.ca. Donations $25.00 and over are eligible for a charitable tax receipt.

8 lease visit our website at as we continue to provide updates on the 2016 National Conference. Contact AFOA Canada Conference Secretariat at or (866) for registration, exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities. #AFOA2016 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE CO-CHAIR(S) Troy Jerome Executive Director Mi gmawei Mawiomi Secretariat Marjolaine Sioui Executive Director First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Health and Social Services Commission COMMITTEE MEMBERS Terry Goodtrack, MA, B.Admin, CA, CGA, CAFM, CAA resident & CEO AFOA Canada Ovide Mercredi resident New Democratic arty of Manitoba Rodney Nelson, hd (ABD), CAA Chair AFOA Canada CONTACT US If you have any questions about the conference, please do not hesitate to contact the Conference Secretariat or AFOA Canada. Registration and rogram Information Carolyn Hunter Telephone: ext. 14 Toll-Free: (866) Sponsorship and Exhibit Information Sharon Visitor Telephone: ext. 13 Toll-Free: (866) AFOA Canada 1066 Somerset Street West, Suite 301 Ottawa, Ontario K1Y 4T3 Tel: Toll-Free: (866) Fax: André Richer, C.Adm, CA, CGA, CAFM resident AFOA Quebec Cheryl Trapper Treasurer The Cree First Nation of Waswanipi LEAD SONSOR FORMER NATIONAL CHIEFS ANEL SONSOR SONSORS Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada

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