2012 CAMA E-Brief Partner:

April 17, 2012

CAMA is pleased to partner with the Municipal Information Network to offer members a 15% discount on an annual subscription.  Municipalities across the country face the same issues and challenges, and in many cases municipalities will use the same, or similar solutions to resolve them.  In addition to a complete daily review of the municipal scene, the Municipal Information Network offers your organization access to an extensive database of articles and information.  The subscription includes:

• A daily e-newsletter.
• Press releases and council clippings.
• All major daily papers and news sources from coast to coast are scanned on a daily basis.
• Over 400 online local papers and news sources are scanned once a week.
• An average of 50 news items a day, 250 articles a week, 1,000 a month, and over 12,000 a year.

The rates are based on population (minus the 15% discount if you are a CAMA member):

• 0-500 ($125.00)
• 501-1,000 ($150.00)
• 1,001-2,500 ($250.00)
• 2,501-5,000 ($475.00)
• 5,001 to 10,000 ($550.00)
• 10,001 to 25,000 ($750.00)
• 25,001 to 100,000 ($1,000.00)
• 100,001+ ($1,250.00)
• Federal and provincial governments ($1,250.00)
• Associations - Federations ($500.00)
• Companies ($500.00)
• Other ($500.00)

If you are already a member of The Municipal Information Network, the 15% reduction will be applied to your next renewal period.  This offer applies to both The Municipal Information Network (www.municipalinfonet.com) and the French version Le Réseau d'information Municipal www.rimq.qc.ca

To request a free trial, or to take advantage of this opportunity contact The Municipal Information Network at [email protected] or call Suzanne at 1-888-504-0072 x 226.

Be sure to visit The Municipal Information Network at the CAMA Conference and Tradeshow in Saskatoon at Booth #27.  

Registrations are still being accepted until May 18th, 2012 for CAMA's 2012 Annual Conference being held in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan from May 28-30, 2012 at TCU Place. The Conference theme is "Thriving in Turbulent Times".   Please note that the Potash Mine Tour and Lunch at the Berry Barn being held on Monday, May 28th is SOLD OUT!

A few rooms have opened up in the CAMA room block at the Hilton Garden Inn (located a half block from TCU Place where the Conference sessions will be held).  Call today at 306-244-2311!

Registration Fees:

• CAMA Member (Municipal) $575.00 + $28.75 GST = $603.75^1/4
• Non-Member (Municipal) $675.00 + $33.75 GST = $708.75 ^1/4
• Affiliate CAMA Member (Non-Municipal) $875.00 + $43.75 GST = $918.75 ^2/4
• Non-Member (Non-Municipal) $975.00 + $48.75 = $1023.75 ^2/4
• Retired Member/Municipal Intern $150.00 + $7.50 GST = $157.50 ³

¹   “Municipal” refers to an individual who is currently employed with a municipal organization.
²   “Non-Municipal” refers to all other individuals
³    Registration fee for Retired Members and Municipal Interns includes all conference sessions, a complimentary delegate gift, Trade Show, Opening Reception, breakfasts, breaks, Casual Night Out at the Western Development Museum, and the Hospitality Suites. Tickets can be purchased for an additional cost to the lunches, the Study Tours, and the President’s Dinner.
⁴   Registration fees include all conference sessions, a complimentary delegate gift, Trade Show, Opening Reception, breakfasts, breaks, lunches, Casual Night Out at the Western Development Museum, President’s Dinner and the Hospitality Suites.

Note:  Additional tickets to the Casual Night Out ($115.00) and the President’s Dinner ($125.00) can be purchased for companions not participating in the full Companion Program.
 

An additional fee will be charged for the Study Tours as follows:

$10.00 + $0.50 GST = $10.50 for CAMA Members (Municipal) and Non-Members (Municipal)

$25.00 + $1.25 GST = $26.25 for Affiliate CAMA Members (Non-Municipal)

$35.00 + $1.75 GST = $36.75 for Non-Members (Non-Municipal)

Using the links below, members can register for the Conference, the Golf Tournament, the Companion's Program, and purchase additional event tickets. Have your credit card ready. For those wishing to pay by cheque, register online then forward payment to the CAMA National Office. Registering online is the only way to sign up for this year's Conference. CAMA members must register with their e-mail address.

To register as a Delegate: http://www.civicinfo.bc.ca/event/cama2012.asp

To register as a Companion: http://www.civicinfo.bc.ca/event/cama2012_partners.asp

To register for the Golf Tournament: http://www.civicinfo.bc.ca/event/cama2012_golf.asp

The full Conference Program is also available on the CAMA Conference website at http://www.camacam.ca/en/conference/2012AnnualConference.asp or it can be accessed from any of the registration web pages noted above. This year's Conference features a variety of professional development sessions and networking activities that CAMA members won't want to miss!

The Full Conference Companion’s Program includes access to the Opening Reception, Opening and Closing Keynote Speakers, Casual Night Out, President’s Dinner, and Hospitality Suites.

Cost:

• Companion of a CAMA Member (Municipal) = $195.00 + $9.75 HST = $204.75
• Companion of a Non-Member (Municipal) =  $195.00 + $9.75 HST = $204.75
• Companion of an Affiliate CAMA Member (Non-Municipal) $225.00 + $11.25 GST = $236.25
• Companion of a Non-Member (Non-Municipal) $250.00 + $12.50 GST = $262.50 

Additional Companion Tours Available:

Tuesday, May 29th, 2012 - Gallery Crawl and Berry Barn Adventure:  Cost:  $70.00

• 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.   Visit to 3 different Galleries
• 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  Lunch at the Berry Barn
• 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Visit to 3 different Galleries

Participants will visit the following six different cultural centres on a “Gallery Crawl” (three in the morning and three in the afternoon):

1. The Saskatoon Community Youth Arts Programming Inc. (SCYAP) provides arts and cultural programming that addresses the social, educational and economic needs of youth at risk.
2. Mendel Art Gallery and Civic Conservatory - Saskatoon's public gallery organizing local, national, and international exhibitions of historical and contemporary art.
3. Ukrainian Museum of Canada - The Ukrainian Museum of Canada preserves and honours Ukrainian culture in Canada and is home to three galleries and a gift shop.
4. Diefenbaker Canada Centre - The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is a dynamic cultural institution existing to celebrate Canadian history. The DCC preserves and interprets core collections representing the life and times of John G. Diefenbaker, presents national and international cultural exhibitions and develops educational and public programming.
5. Rouge Gallery is dedicated to the presentation and promotion of emerging as well as established Canadian artists. Media includes painting, textile, metal sculpture, photography, glass, wood and clay sculpture.
6. Darrell Bell Gallery is a commercial gallery of contemporary Canadian art with an emphasis on professional Saskatchewan artists.

At lunch time, companions may choose to escape the City and indulge in a delicious home-style meal topped off with Saskatoon berry treats at the Berry Barn.  Following lunch, take a stroll and enjoy a breathtaking view of the South Saskatchewan River.

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
Walking Tour:  Cost:  $10.00  (8:30a.m. - 9:30 a.m.)
Downtown History Gargoyle Gazing Walking Tour: An architectural insight into some of Saskatoon's monumental riverbank landmarks. Take a walk downtown to hunt for gargoyles and grotesques.

Wanuskewin Heritage Park - Cost:  $50.00 (10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
With over 6,000 years of aboriginal history, Wanuskewin offers participants the opportunity to celebrate their heritage by offering a one-of-a-kind experience. Participants will learn to build a teepee, brush up on their bow & arrows skills, create their very own dream catcher and view a live Aboriginal dance performance. A traditionally inspired lunch will be provided.

Register on-line at the following link: http://www.civicinfobc.ca/event/cama2012_partners.asp

Welcome Gold Level Partner: IBM Canada Ltd.

IBM Canada Ltd. is one of Canada's leading providers of advanced information technology, products, services and business consulting expertise. Operating for 100 years, IBM is dedicated to helping their clients innovate and realize value through the end-to-end transformation of their business models and the application of smarter technologies and business solutions.  IBM Canada is headquartered in Markham, Ontario, and has nationwide responsibilities for sales, marketing and service. IBM's manufacturing and development operations include a semiconductor packaging plant in Bromont, Québec, and software development laboratories in Markham, London and Ottawa, Ontario; Montreal, Québec; Edmonton, Alberta; and Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia.

We are pleased to present the following Trade Show Exhibitors. 

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Just a quick reminder that the LGMA/CAMA Webinars are open to all staff members of a registered CAMA member.  Here is a list of upcoming Webinars:

• Social Media 101: The Basics - April 24 & 25
• Essential Supervisory Skills: New & Experienced Supervisors - May 1 & 2
• Social Media Policies in the Workplace - May 3 and 4 (Offered in French Only) - CANCELLED
• Indecent Proposals: Competitive Contracting for Local Governments - May 8 & 9
• Issues Management: Keeping Your Keister out of the Coals - May 15 & 16
• Customer Service in the Public Sector - May 22 & 23
• Negotiation Skills - May 24 & 25
• Communication Planning in Six Simple Steps - May 29 & 30
• Respectful Workplace: Behavioral & Generational Issues - June 5 & 6

Cost:  The two-day webinar sessions are $150 plus 12% HST per person. All fees must be paid at the time of registration by credit cards and are non-refundable.  Transfers to another registrant are permitted.

Visit http://www.camacam.ca/en/programs/Webinars.asp for further information.

Welcome to the following new members:

Delia Laglagaron, Interim Commissioner/Chief Administrative Officer, Metro Vancouver, BC

Mark Phillips, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Kentville, NS

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