CAEM’S MENTORSHIP PROGRAM About the program: While this year’s mentorship program may look a little different, we want to ensure the industry stays connected now more than ever. As such, we are pleased to launch the second year of the CAEM Mentorship Program. After a successful inaugural year, CAEM is… Read More about “CAEM’s Mentorship Program – APPLY NOW!”
May 14, 2020 CAEM’s newly formed Exposition Recovery Taskforce had a productive first meeting on Monday, May 11th, during which time we outlined the goals of the taskforce, and gained valuable input from industry leaders. The taskforce covered the following topics during this initial meeting: Role of Taskforce versus Role… Read More about “CAEM Exposition Recovery Taskforce Update – May 14”
CAEM Exposition Recovery Taskforce Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 6, 2020 CANADIAN EXPOSITION INDUSTRY LAUNCHES RECOVERY TASKFORCE Leaders from across the country unite to lay the groundwork for the reopening of trade and consumer shows Toronto, ON: In response to how COVID-19 has affected the exposition industry, The Canadian Association… Read More about “CAEM Exposition Recovery Taskforce Press Release”
Canada’s Federal Government has introduced numerous stimulus benefits for individuals and businesses. While the details are still being finalized, we understand that it can be overwhelming to examine the many options and determine whether you or your business are eligible to apply. For support in evaluating the information, please click… Read More about “COVID-19: Government Benefit, Subsidy and Loan Programs”
Dear CAEM Members, The Canadian Government has pledged a comprehensive emergency response package to combat and mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak in Canada. Yesterday, CAEM sent a letter urging the government to include companies involved in the production and execution of trade and consumer shows, in their funding… Read More about “Request for Funding from Federal Allocation – A message from the President”
Dear CAEM Members, COVID-19 is presenting the business events and travel industries with an unprecedented global challenge. With major organizations cancelling their events across the world, we know that many of our members are wondering what the implications of COVID-19 will have on their upcoming events. CAEM is monitoring the… Read More about “CAEM Responds to Coronavirus Outbreak: A Message from the President”
After nearly 35 years of service to Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS), CAEM Past President, Sherry Kirkpatrick retired at the end of November 2019. She will continue to work on a part-time contract basis with WSPS through the production of their Annual Conference in May 2020. Sherry joined CAEM… Read More about “Member Spotlight – Sherry Kirkpatrick”
By Michelle Kofman, CEM – Co-Chair Marketing and Communications Committee December 11, 2019 brought the industry together for the Annual Holiday Lunch at The International Centre. Greeted by Donner and Blitzen at the entrance, guests were welcomed into a warm and festive atmosphere, conducive to networking with new people, and… Read More about “Annual Holiday Lunch Once Again Connected Our Community With Cheer”
By Michelle Kofman, CEM – Co-Chair Marketing and Communications Committee On October 3, 2019, PED pulled the industry together with an ambitious event. Five highly engaging lightning talks presented at Beanfield Centre and with a livestream option, the sessions armed participants with knowledge and inspiration to foster a shift in… Read More about “Engaging and Inspiring, Power Education Day Did Not Disappoint”
Over the course of the last 18 months several of our Ontario member’s shows have been visited by inspectors from the Occupational Health & Safety Branch of the Ontario Ministry of Labour. The concern with these visits has been that the inspectors have not been aware of the CAEM Health… Read More about “CAEM Health & Safety Task Force Update”