ShowCanada 2019
About ShowCanada
ShowCanada is the only film industry convention in Canada that brings together all sectors of the industry from across Canada and the US. For three days, delegates will gather for screenings, informational seminars, and networking opportunities.
For more information on promotional and sponsorship opportunities, please click here.
About Kelowna
Nestled within a majestic range of mountains, Kelowna is a uniquely beautiful sanctuary filled with pristine lakes, rich gardens, beaches and vineyards. Stretching along Kelowna is beautiful Okanagan Lake. The lake sustains several diverse communities along the corridor known as the Okanagan Valley. Boasting long warm summers and short mild winters, the city of Kelowna is the transportation, business and service hub of the valley.
Partners
2019 Registration
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SHOWCANADA 2019
* The registration fee does not include accommodations. Online hotel reservations can be made by visiting the Hotel Page.
REGISTRATION FEES
| GST 5% | Total | ||
| MTAC Members and ShowCanada Sponsors | $975.00 | $48.75 | $1,023.75 |
| Early Bird (register by February 28, 2019) | $975.00 | $48.75 | $1,023.75 |
| General | $1,100.00 | $55.00 | $1,155.00 |
ON-SITE REGISTRATION
| GST 5% | Total | ||
| MTAC Members and ShowCanada Sponsors | $1,225.00 | $61.25 | $1,286.25 |
| General | $1,350.00 | $67.50 | $1,417.50 |
Day Passes can be bought for $450/day upon availability.
*Local Okanagan filmmakers may be eligible for special rate. Please contact info@showcanada.ca for more information.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Registrations cancelled prior to April 1st, 2019 are eligible for a full refund, less $150.00 cancellation fee.
Cancellations received on or after April 1st, 2019 are not eligible for a refund.
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Schedule
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE – PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE REGULARLY
ShowCanada Registration Area
Location: Delta Grand Okanagan – Conference Centre
Hours of operation
| Monday, June 3rd | 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, June 4th | 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, June 5th | 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, June 6th | 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
Monday, June 3rd
Oak and Cru Lobby Bar – Delta Grand Okanagan
Join us for a drink overlooking beautiful Lake Okanagan and take in live music provided by the internationally-renowned ShowCanada House Band!
Tuesday, June 4th
Delta Conference Centre Lobby
See Kelowna on Bike.
Start your day with a fun guided bike ride along the waterfront, boardwalk and scenic roads.
*Note: All bikes and safety equipment will be provided.
Registration is required. Please email carrie@showcanada.ca
Delta Conference Centre Okanagan Ballroom
Mining The Creative Mind
Successful content creators, animators and gamers all seem to know the secret to connecting with audiences. How do they do it? What inspires their work? How do they stay current and where do they see the future of media consumption heading?
Moderator: Holly Chapman, Vice-President, Media Sales, DHX Television
Panelists:
John Delaney, Editor-in-Chief, Komixstream
Austin Long, VP, Gaming Partnerships & Strategy, Blue Ant Gaming/Omnia Media
Ashley Ramsay, President & CEO, Yeti Farm Creative
Presented by:
Okanagan Film Commission
Blue Ant Media
Delta Conference Centre Vaseaux Ballroom
It’s time to ask those burning questions and learn how to more effectively build a community and drive people to your theatre and movies!
Spend some time with Facebook, Google, Snapchat and Twitter in this hands-on, roundtable format session complete with practical advice, industry tips, and real-life examples of how to keep audiences engaged and buying tickets.
This session will cater to all levels of knowledge and experience.
Pre-registration required – click here to sign up.
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Okanagan Ballroom
Listening – The Key to Innovation, Creativity, and Relevance
Lane Merrifield is the newest “dragon” to join CBC’s hit show Dragon’s Den. He is one of Canada’s leading tech entrepreneurs and founder of Club Penguin, the largest children’s online social network. At age 28, he sold Club Penguin to Disney for $350 million, and, as their youngest executive vice president, turned it into a billion-dollar brand.
Opening Lunch presented by difuze
Keynote Speaker supported by Creative BC
Delta Hotel North Entrance
Landmark Cinemas West Kelowna, Xtreme
Concessions graciously provided by:
Landmark Cinemas West Kelowna, Xtreme
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Grand Terrace
Featuring a ‘taste of Okanagan’ and live music by Multi-platinum Singer-Songwriter Andrew Allen
Hosted by
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Okanagan Ballroom
“The Colours of Kelowna” with Chef Chris Shaften
Are you red? White? Sparkling? Experience it all as we honour this year’s Showmanship Award Recipients at a spectacular 5-course wine-paired dinner featuring a colourful menu created by Top Chef Canada competitor, Chef Chris Shaften.
Presented by Coca-Cola
Awards supported by IMAX, MPA-Canada
Award Presenters Facebook and comScore
Evening Emcee courtesy of Rogers Media
Oak and Cru Lobby Bar – Delta Grand Okanagan
Featuring live music with Multi-platinum Singer-Songwriter Andrew Allen
Wednesday, June 5th
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Okanagan Ballroom
Delta Hotel North Entrance
Landmark Cinemas West Kelowna, Xtreme
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Okanagan Ballroom
“Disruption” – the daunting word that seems to be the constant topic of discussion for our industry. But what does it truly mean? How are technology, streaming and non-traditional release patterns really impacting our box office and viewing habits? And where are the opportunities for us to innovate, grow and adapt in a changing environment where the definition of “film” is being debated and the role of theatres being redefined? Our esteemed panel of guests will address all of these questions and more as they share their thoughts on the next 10 years and what trends they see happening in Canada and around the world
Moderator:
John Fithian, President & CEO, NATO
Participants:
Ellis Jacob, President & CEO, Cineplex Entertainment
Jim Orr, President Theatrical Distribution, Universal Studios
Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director and Co-Head, Toronto International Film Festival
Lunch served from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. on the Trade Show Floor.
Visit this year’s tradeshow exhibitors and enjoy wine tasting with some of the Okanagan’s best wineries.
Trade Show Lunch Provided by
This Year’s exhibitors include:
- ASM Waypoint Advantage
- Canadian Picture Pioneers And Pioneering Women
- C. Cretors And Co.
- Cinematronix
- Demand Marketing/Fun Tyme Foods
- Encore Performance Seating
- Eomac Ltd.
- GDC Technology
- Harkness Screens
- Harlan Fairbanks
- Lighting Technologies International
- Mennel Popcorn
- Projectech
- Qube Cinema
- QSC, LLC.
- Ready Theatre Systems
- Satok Cinema Services
- Strong/MDI
- Vennersys Corp.
- United Rentals Film Division
- Wallace & Carey Inc.
Location: Delta Conference Centre Vaseaux Ballroom
What’s working? What’s not working? And what’s coming next?
Our panel of experts will look at trends, technological innovations and new marketing approaches to help us better understand moviegoers and how to influence them.
Moderator:
Quincy Kelman, Director, Marketing; Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada
Panelists:
Willy Kuehne, Account Executive, Media & Entertainment, Google
Tariq Mahmoud, Director of International Advertising Sales and Strategy, Roku
Delta Hotel North Entrance
Landmark Cinemas West Kelowna, Xtreme
Concessions graciously provided by:
BNA Brewing Co., 1250 Ellis Street
Hosted by Universal Studios and Dolby
Note: BNA is within short walking distance to hotels
Thursday, June 6th
Delta Conference Centre Lobby
Get on the water with a one hour sail around beautiful Lake Okanagan!
Registration is required. Please email carrie@showcanada.ca
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Okanagan Ballroom
Hosted by
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Vaseaux Ballroom
From gourmet to dine-in, concessions offerings have moved well beyond popcorn and soda. This session will provide insights and offer practical advice to help you maximize concessions sales potential.
Presented by: Kathy Hénault, Director of Business Development and Key Accounts, Wallace & Carey/Le Groupe Beaudry
Delta Grand Okanagan North Entrance
Concessions graciously provided by Wallace & Carey, Beaudry & Cadrin and Landmark Cinemas
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Okanagan Ballroom
Delta Hotel Conference Centre Vaseaux Ballroom
We all know the chains; we all love the chains! But there are over 200 additional theatres across Canada showing movies, selling tickets, purchasing concessions and creating memorable experiences for audiences.
In a national study conducted by ERm Research, we are taking a look at all of it – What can we learn? Where are the opportunities? And how can we all work together to be more successful?
Presented by: Gary Faber, President, ERm Research
Delta Hotel North Entrance
Landmark Cinemas West Kelowna, Xtreme
Jessie Buckley stars as Rose-Lynn Harlan, a young Scottish woman with an incredible vocal talent, who must overcome social & psychological obstacles to become a star.
Concessions graciously provided by:
Mission Hill Family Estate Winery, 1730 Mission Hill Road
Join your hosts Entertainment One, Les Films Séville and Christie Digital for a final evening at Kelowna’s most iconic winery complete with stunning views and award-winning food and wine.
Hotel
This year we will be based at the Delta Okanagan, with additional rooms available at The Royal Anne Hotel which is a short five-minute walk to the Delta. Please read instructions on how to reserve your room carefully before making your booking.
The Delta Okanagan
1310 Water Street, Kelowna
There are a variety of rooms available ranging from Standard to Suites. Also, this year there is the option for one-bedroom condos with a full kitchen, as well as two-bedroom condos with kitchen and two full bathrooms. If there are more than two people in your party this is a great option!
Standard Room – $254.00
Club Room King – $329.00
One Bedroom Tower Condo – $454.00
Two Bedroom Tower Condo – $554.00
To reserve a room within the ShowCanada block you MUST follow this link:
Book your group rate for ShowCanada 2019
Book your group rate for ShowCanada 2019 Condo Units
Reservations must be made by May 1, 2019 after which any rooms within the ShowCanada block will be let go.
All applicable taxes will be added to the prices above.
The Royal Anne Hotel
348 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna
Classic and Premium Rooms – $189.00
Executive Suites – $219.00
Reservations MUST be made by calling the following number and quoting ShowCanada 2019 (on-line and website reservations will not guarantee this rate): 1-888-811-3400
The cut-off date for reservations is April 2, 2019 after which any rooms within the ShowCanada block will be let go.
All applicable taxes will be added to the prices above.
NOTE: Both hotels offer free shuttle service from the airport to their properties.
Awards
How to Enter:
SUBMITTING YOUR ENTRY
NEW THIS YEAR! All entrants must complete the on-line submission form found here.
You must include a full description of your promotion to be considered.
Supporting materials (photos, video) can be uploaded directly through the submission form; however, if you prefer to send via mail/courier, materials can also be sent directly to the address below.
ShowCanada 2019
80 St. Leonard’s Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M4N 1K3
WHAT TO INCLUDE
Please refer to the guidelines and judging criteria set out in the description of the award category for which you are entering.
The description of your promotion should clearly address all the points laid out in the category guideline.
Please be as detailed as possible and we encourage you to include photographs and/or video to further support your entry.
DEADLINE
All entries must be received no later than MARCH 8, 2019.
QUESTIONS/MORE INFORMATION
If you have any questions, please email info@showcanada.ca
New 2019 Showmanship Award Categories
EUGENE AMODEO SHOWMANSHIP AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN FILM PROMOTION
DESCRIPTION: This award is presented to up to three of the year’s best film promotions. For wide blockbusters or limited releases, theatres are recognized for excellence in promoting a single film both within their theatre and within their community.
CRITERIA: Submissions must detail all promotional elements and highlight the results of an initiative to promote a single film. Complete entries will include objectives, targets and results from conception to completion of the project.
Photos/video and detailed accounts of specific activities must be well documented and illustrated in each submission. Promotions will be judged on the following criteria:
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Lobby & In-Theatre Promotion: 35%
- Lobby Display/Decorations/Costumes
- Concession Tie-in
- On-site events/Activities
- Pre-Release Date Promotion
Retail & Community Outreach: 20%
- Community Event Participation
- Bounce Back
- Charitable Tie-in
Promotion & Communication: 20%
- Media – Newspaper/Radio/TV/Digital
- Social Media
- Newsletters/Flyers
- Publicity
Uniqueness, creativity & evidence of team work: 15%
Stated Objectives & Results: 10%
BEST PROMOTION OF A CANADIAN MOVIE
DESCRIPTION: This award is presented to up to three of the year’s best Canadian film promotions. For French or English language movies, theatres are recognized for excellence in promoting a single film both within their theatre and within their community. A Canadian Movie is described as a film produced or co-produced by a Canadian Company.
CRITERIA: Submissions must detail all promotional elements and highlight the results of an initiative to promote a single film. Complete entries will include objectives, targets and results from conception to completion of the project.
Photos/video and detailed accounts of specific activities must be well documented and illustrated in each submission. Promotions will be judged on the following criteria:
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Lobby & In-Theatre Promotion: 35%
- Lobby Display/Decorations/Costumes
- Concession Tie-in
- On-site events/Activities
- Pre-Release Date Promotion
Retail & Community Outreach: 20%
- Community Event Participation
- Bounce Back
- Charitable Tie-in
Promotion & Communication: 20%
- Media – Newspaper/Radio/TV/Digital
- Social Media
- Newsletters/Flyers
- Publicity
Uniqueness, creativity & evidence of team work: 15%
Stated Objectives & Results: 10%
AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT AWARD
DESCRIPTION: This award recognizes up to 3 of the year’s best audience development initiatives. With an objective to grow revenue, entries must demonstrate a purposeful initiative, event or program that increased traffic/attendance at their theatre.
CRITERIA: Entries will outline initial objectives, targets and results for the program/initiative. A single program/event or a regularly occurring or permanent program will be considered and can include but are not limited to, recurring series/events, holiday theme programs, alternative content promotion, live performances, community program, concession promotion or charitable event.
Photos/video and detailed accounts of specific activities must be well documented and illustrated in each submission. Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Demonstrated results of promotion: 30%
Promotion & Communication: 25%
- Media – Newspaper/Radio/TV/Digital
- Social Media
- Newsletters/Flyers
- Publicity
Opportunity for Replication of Concept/Growth Potential: 20%
- Opportunity to replicate program annually
- Opportunity to adopt program in other theatres
- Potential to expand, adapt or grow year over year
Community Involvement: 15%
- Engaged with community groups/businesses
Uniqueness, creativity & evidence of team work: 10%
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD
DESCRIPTION: This category recognizes up to three of the year’s best initiatives that impacted the way a theatre conducts business. Purposeful efforts that resulted in improvements in cost control, revenue increase, operational efficiency, guest satisfaction and/or employee retention/engagement are all areas that qualify under this category.
CRITERIA: Submissions must detail all components of initiatives/efforts and explain the intended operational improvements. Complete entries will include objectives, targets and results that outline the % increase/change in metrics from start to end of a stated timeline.
Company lead initiatives that theatres must comply with cannot be submitted under this category unless the entrant can demonstrate that they went above and beyond the expectation of the company in order to increase results further.
Photos/video and detailed accounts of specific actions that were implemented to improve metric(s) must be well documented and illustrated in each submission. Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Results of Initiative (metric % change): 50%
- Cost Saving/Revenue Increase demonstrated
Independent Initiative & Creativity: 20%
Longevity Impact: 20%
- Is this an initiative where results were impactful but short lived, or will the impact of the efforts continue to be seen into the foreseeable future
Impact on other locations: 10%
- points awarded if entrant is able to demonstrate that they shared this learning with other theatres/their operations department and the initiative was rolled out in other theatres.
TALES FROM THE FIELD
DESCRIPTION: Celebrating the magic of movie theatres and exceptional moments, this category recognizes a theatre’s impact and contribution to individual customers and the community.
CRITERIA: Submissions must share unique stories of guest experiences that occurred within the theatre. Entries can include, but are not limited to special moments, life cycle events, first dates, anniversaries, acts of charity or exceptional customer service initiatives.
Detailed accounts of experience must be well documented and communicated in each submission. Photos/video/testimonials are encouraged but this recognition acknowledges that many of these stories are spontaneous and theatres are encouraged to submit without supporting material if none is available. Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Contribution/role of theatre to the customer experience: 50%
Uniqueness of story: 20%
Publicity/Social Media Garnered: 15%
Customer Testimonial: 15%
- Letters/emails from customer
HECTOR ROSS AWARD FOR TOP GROSSING CANADIAN FILM
DESCRIPTION: This award recognizes the top grossing Canadian Film of the previous year.
CRITERIA: Canadian Film is described as a film produced by a Canadian company and box office is measured for calendar year.
Trade Show
RATES
Early Bird Rate by February 28, 2019
$1,100.00 + 5% GST = $1,155.00
Registration and full payment must be received by deadline to take advantage of discounted fee.
Registration on or after March 1, 2019
$1,225.00 + 5% GST = $1,286.25
Each Booth will include:
- 8’ high drape back wall consisting of registered flame retardant material
- 3’ high drape side wings consisting of registered flame retardant material
- one (1) – 120 volt, 750 watt electrical outlet approved and installed by licensed electrician
- one (1) 2’x6’ covered and skirted display table
- two (2) chairs
Not included:
- Drayage and placement of display equipment
- Cleaning of interior booth space
- Storage – GCS rates will apply
- Customs – standard brokerage rates will apply
NOTES
We are in the process of confirming the 2019 conference schedule – exact move-out dates will be sent to you by the end of January, 2019.
You will receive a delegate list two weeks before the show in order to make appointments with delegates before your arrival.
Exhibit Booths are 8’x10’. Upon registering for your booth, a ShowCanada representative will be in touch with further details including a floor plan so you can choose your preferred positioning. Booths will be available on a first come, first serve basis.
A Trade Show package and contact information for Global Convention Services (GCS) will also be provided.
- All registration must be accompanied with full payment
- Additional booths can be purchased by existing registrants at a cost of $750.00 + 5% GST = $787.50
- Trade Show Registration includes one (1) full complimentary registration to ShowCanada 2019
- Individual meal tickets or day passes are also available for purchase
REGISTER EARLY – BOOTHS WILL BE ALLOCATED ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS
For more information contact info@showcanada.ca
Gallery
How to get there
Global Alliance Worldwide Chauffeured Services returns as ShowCanada’s official transportation partner and are available to help you with all your ground transportation needs anywhere in the world. Private cars and shuttles can be arranged for any number of guests. They are offering a 20% discount to all ShowCanada delegates so let them know you are a part of the conference at time of booking!
1-700-267-0122
reserve@global-alliance.ca
The Kelowna Airport is conveniently located in close proximity to the downtown area where ShowCanada will be based. It is serviced by Air Canada and Westjet – with many daily direct flights from Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto. It is recommended to make early air travel plans as pricing varies depending on how far in advance a reservation is made.
SPECIAL OFFER FROM AIR CANADA, the official Canadian Airline of ShowCanada
Air Canada is offering ShowCanada delegates travelling to Kelowna a special discount offer.
Take advantage of 15% off Flex fares and above!
To receive your discount, book at aircanada.com and enter the promotion code in the search panel.
ShowCanada Promotion Code: DJRYB3C1
Rules:
- Only travel to and from Kelowna, BC is eligible for discounted rate
- Travel period begins May 27, 2019 and ends June 14, 2019
A special offer from Westjet!
WestJet offers direct and connecting flights into Kelowna. They are offering ShowCanada delegates discounted rates for travel in and out of Kelowna between May 27 – June 14, 2019.
Domestic Travel:
5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada
Trans-border Travel:
2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling Trans-border
To take advantage of this offer, you will need the code below. Please visit www.westjet.com/conventions to make your booking online.
Coupon Code: F53CV59
Rental Car
For preferred rates from Hertz, use this link and quote CV#022Q9305
At the time of reservation, meeting rates will be automatically compared to other Hertz rates and the best rate will apply.