Conference Overview

Join us in WHISTLER this summer!

Following the 60th anniversary celebrations in Ottawa in 2022, we are heading to the spectacular mountains of Whistler, BC!

For this years Conference we are planning for you and your family so will have plenty of activities to ensure that you all enjoy your time with the rest of the TIAC Family. You won’t want to miss this Conference!

The 2023 Conference Committee and your TIAC Board is currently working on finalizing the technical programming. Stay tuned for the speaker announcements that will be coming soon.

Chris Ishkanian
Conference Chair

Accommodation
The Conference will be held at the Westin Resort and Spa. The reservation information and the online booking link will be available shortly on the Traveling to Whistler page.

Getting There
Flight discounts and shuttle information now available on the Traveling to Whistler page.

Program
The 2023 Conference program will feature timely presentations by industry experts and leaders, business meetings where you can engage in sector-specific discussions and networking opportunities to connect with friends new and old.

The Conference will kick-off on the Wednesday evening with the Manufacturers and Distributors Reception.

Thursday’s program will feature several invited speakers, as well as the contractor, manufacturer and distributor breakout sessions. The spousal/family program will also be running this day. For those of you planning to bring your children, please register by July 1 so that we can organize age-appropriate activities for them. This day will wrap up with a trip up the mountain to the Roundhouse Lodge.

Friday morning will include more presentations, followed by TIAC’s traditional golf tournament. Friday evening is a night off and delegates are encouraged to get out and enjoy the village!

Saturday morning, join us for more presentations, including an a sneak-peak at the 2024 Conference scheduled for August 21-24 in St. John’s, NL.

The Conference will be wrapped up at the President’s Dinner with entertainment provided by Ruckus Deluxe, Whistler’s Official Anthem Band.

Visit the Whistler Tourism website to learn more about the Conference host city!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

AGENDA

**NOTE: The program is under development. Check back here regularly for updates.

Registration

Registration fees include: Presentations and Meetings; Manufacturer and Distributor Reception; Off-site Dinner; Delegates and Spouses Breakfasts/Lunches; and, the President’s Dinner and Dance.

Presentations

The Conference Planning Committee is confirming speakers who will speak to both industry and general business strategies to provide you with insights to improve your day-to-day operations. Updated speaker information will be posted here so be sure to check regularly.

Thursday, August 24, 2023
	8:45 am – 9:00 am Local Welcoming Remarks Details to come.
	9:00 am – 10:00 am Technical PresentationDr. Kimberley Amirault-Ryan Performance Consultant to the NHL, NBA, and Olympians Executive Coach Dr. Kimberley Amirault-Ryan lives by her philosophy of embracing challenges and pushing boundaries to achieve our highest potential. She’s worked in professional sport since 2001, becoming the first and only woman to be the Performance Consultant with the New York Rangers, New York Knicks, Columbus Blue Jackets and Edmonton Oilers.Amirault-Ryan has worked at five Olympic Games with the Canadian Gold Medal-winning teams of Women’s Hockey, Cross Country Skiing, and Speedskating. She was also the Lead of Sport Psychology for Canada’s entire Olympic team for the 2010, 2012 and 2014 Olympics.For her ground-breaking work Amirault-Ryan has been recognized by the likes of the Globe and Mail‘s “Top Power 50” list and WXN Canada’s “Top 100 Most Powerful Women”.Companies worldwide, including Fortune 500 companies Walmart, VISA, Johnson & Johnson, General Mills and Royal Dutch Shell, have hired Amirault-Ryan to help motivate them to lead under pressure and achieve sustained high performance.
	10:15 am – 11:00 am Technical PresentationJamie McMillan Founder of KickAss Careers Motivational Speaker, Author, Visionary & Advocate for Skilled Trades Jamie McMillan became an ironworker in 2002 when women only represented 2% of the workforce across Canada and the United States. She thoroughly understands the struggles and challenges of working in a male-dominated workforce and is on a mission to break down the negative misconceptions and stereotypes.Through KickAss Careers Jamie travels approximately 30 weeks a year providing engaging keynote presentations and workshops to more than 50,000 students, parents, educators and employers each year across North America. Her efforts have gained international notoriety for opening doors and minds to the possibilities of well-paid careers in skilled trades and technology sectors.Over the years Jamie has received the Top 20 Under 40 Award for making an impact in the metal trades, the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Champion Award and the District School Board of Niagara Technology Education Partnership Award for her commitment to youth in schools across the province of Ontario.In 2018 she received the Hamilton YWCA Women of Distinction Award for being a trailblazer excelling in her field promoting leadership and equal advancement opportunities. In 2019 Jamie was named a co-chair of a National Skilled Trades Advisory Committee to create a campaign to promote careers in skilled trades as first choice pathways for youth for the Canadian Federal Government by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.Jamie continues to speak professionally across North America, works on various construction sites across the country whenever possible and enjoys helping out at a homeless shelter for women. In her free time she loves to hang out with family, and friends, travel, climb mountains and hike with her cat Spud.
	11:00 am – 12:00 pm Technical Presentation Details to come.
Friday, August 25, 2023
	7:45 am – 8:30 am Technical Presentation Details to come.
	8:30 am – 9:00 pm NIA Presentation President, National Insulation Association Michele Jones, Executive Vice President/CEO, National Insulation Association
	9:00 am – 9:45 am Technical Presentation Drive Determines Distance Learning how YOUR DRIVE is the difference maker in your professional and personal growth with Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk.How Far Are You Willing to Go?Lisa is a Peak Performance specialist and she will share her journey with you, how she went from a high handicap recreational adult golfer to being ranked second in the World and one of the longest hitters on the planet. She will impart tips and insights about discovering what DRIVES you and how being clear and committed to that purpose determines how far you will go and what success you are able to achieve both personally and professionally.Audiences Will Learn: Intrinsic Motivation– Identifying what are you passionate about and what truly DRIVES you Goal Setting – Actionable strategies on how to set goals, challenge your limits and meet and exceed your targets Overcoming Obstacles– You WILL have setbacks and difficulties. Proven steps on how to persevere and thrive in challenging times Collaboration– Teamwork and communication are vital to success. Learn the value of surrounding yourself with people who support you and how to support others   Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk Lisa Vlooswyk is an 8-Time Canadian Long Drive Champion, and has finished as high as 2nd in the World.  Lisa competed on the Golf Channel’s World Long Drive Association Tour and currently competes at the World Long Drive Championship. She is an LDA Tour Champion and Callaway Golf sponsored athlete.  Lisa was the first woman to ever hit it the length of 3 ½ NFL football fields in competition and currently holds the Canadian Women’s Long Drive record at 350 yards 2 feet 2 inches. Lisa won Golfweek Magazine’s Golf Fest Entertainer of the Year award.  In addition to her competitive career, Lisa is a Golf Journalist for several publications including Inside Golf Magazine and has had her own column in Golf Digest Canada.  Lisa uses her vast experience as a World Class athlete to be a successful keynote Peak Performance Speaker at Conferences and Conventions, is a Golf Entertainer for many Corporate/Charity Golf Tournaments across North America including PGA Tour and Champions Tour events and runs her own Golf School for Women both in Canada and the United States.
Saturday, August 26, 2023
	10:15 am – 11:00 am Technical Presentation
	11:00 am – 11:45 am Technical Presentation

Spousal/Family Program

ACTIVITY INFORMATION
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	eBike Explore Whistler on an eBike!
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	Guided Hike Join this guided hike to learn about and experience the beauty that Whistler offers.
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	Spa Package Melt your stress away at The Spa at Whistler!
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	Golf: Whistler Golf Club “Three things make a great golf course: scenery, challenge and fun; and my course at Whistler has them all.” Arnold Palmer Cost includes green fees, tournament cart and lunch.
	Sky Walk HIKE UP TO AND ALONG THE EDGE OF WHISTLER MOUNTAIN OVERLOOKING AMAZING MOUNTAIN VIEWS. This summer, take a walk on the snow and ice atop Whistler Mountain and take in the natural landscape sculpted by ancient ice! Along the way, you will travel back 10,000 years to learn about the formation of the Coast Mountains glaciers. After the gondola ride to the top of Whistler Mountain, the guide will give you a helmet and harness to wear. The group hikes and when we arrive at the cabled portion of the tour everyone clips into the safety cable so we can all enjoy the amazing views high above Whistler. The hike gradually continues up along the cliff edge and crosses small bridges and ramps.
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	Whistler PEAK 2 PEAK 360 Experience Enjoy stunning 360-degree views of Whistler Village, mountain peaks, lakes, glaciers and forests.
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	Guided Nature Walk
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	EAGLE TOUR 5 ZIPLINES, 4 TREETOP BRIDGESFly like an eagle over the Fitzsimmons Valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. This tour features five different ziplines, including a 2400 ft zipline with a 30-storey descent, perfect for anyone who wants a heart-pounding adventure! The first zipline launches near Olympic Station on Whistler mountain at an elevation of 1,000 meters.Experience spectacular panoramic views of Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains as you cross treetop suspension bridges and sky high viewing platforms that connect the ziplines in the old-growth rainforest. Our Guides will also be delivering our ecological curriculum during the tour where you can learn about our story of sustainability and the beautiful ecosystem we operate in. This tour starts and ends right in the heart of Whistler Village.
Photo Credit: Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova	GO OFFROAD AND EXPLORE WITH THE BUSHWACKER TOURA selection of trails through coastal forest cover to off road single track terrain and wide open double track roads with access to spectacular view points of the surrounding Whistler backcountry. The Bushwacker tour has an experience for everyone making it Whistler ATV’s most popular ATV tour option.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Download the sponsorship participation form. To confirm your sponsorship, please complete and return the participation form to info@tiac.ca. Prices exclude tax. Payment is due before the Conference.

ALL EVENT SPONSORS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED AND RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING:

• Corporate profile on TIAC website with links
• Logo and recognition on TIAC Social Media
• Recognition in Conference program
• On-site recognition throughout Conference, through verbal announcements, signage and sponsor slides

PLATINUM PARTNERSHIP LEVEL
	Dinner at the Roundhouse Lodge – $5,000 Benefits Exclusive opportunity Title recognition as host of TIAC’s Dinner at the Roundhouse Lodge Onsite VIP signage Speaking opportunity at the Dinner Corporate logo on the Dinner tickets provided to registered delegates Complimentary 1/2 page ad in Conference program* Five complimentary Dinner at the Roundhouse Lodge tickets for local colleagues/or clients
	Simultaneous Interpretation – $3,000 Support TIAC’s desire to offer a fully bilingual program in Whistler. Multiple opportunities are available to assist with the cost offset. All sponsors will receive the full benefit package. Benefits Recognition of interpretation support of Conference program Complimentary 1/2 page ad in Conference program* Three complimentary Dinner at the Roundhouse Lodge tickets for local colleagues/or clients
	Program – $2,500 Benefits Exclusive opportunity Recognition of corporate support of Conference program Opportunity to submit a 1/4 page corporate statement to be included in Conference program* Complimentary 1/2 page ad in Conference program* Two complimentary Dinner at the Roundhouse Lodge tickets for local colleagues/or clients
	Audio Visual – $2,500 Benefits Exclusive opportunity Sponsor’s logo included on ALL schedule related documentation and slide presentations throughout the Conference, achieving branding at all sessions and events Complimentary 1/2 page ad in Conference program* Two complimentary Dinner at the Roundhouse Lodge tickets for local colleagues/or clients

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GOLD PARTNERSHIP LEVEL
	Keynote Introduction/Motivational Speaker – $1,500 Benefits Opportunity to introduce the speaker Complimentary business card size advertisement in Conference program*
	Name Badge – $1,500 Benefits Exclusive opportunity Sponsor’s name and logo featured on ALL name badges distributed to delegates, speakers and spouses. Note: Should the sponsor wish to provide branded lanyards, they will be responsible for the design, production and shipping expenses. Complimentary business card size advertisement in Conference program*
	Hotel Key Cards – $1,500 Benefits Exclusive opportunity As the sponsor of the conference key cards, you’ll be “in the pocket” of attendees. The Host hotels will hand a key card with your company’s logo and slogan to every attendee registered at a specific hotel. Note: The sponsor will be responsible for design, production and shipping costs. Complimentary business card size advertisement in Conference program*
	Registration Desk – $1,500 Benefits Exclusive opportunity Sponsor’s logo featured on the registration desk for the duration of the Conference Complimentary business card size advertisement in Conference program*
	Translation – $1,500 Support TIAC’s desire to continue offering a fully bilingual program. Multiple opportunities are available to assist with the cost offset. All sponsors will receive the full benefit package.  Benefits Acknowledgement of translation services included in Conference program Complimentary business card size advertisement in Conference program*

SILVER PARTNERSHIP LEVEL
	Manufacturer and Distributor Reception – $750 (UNLIMITED OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE) Benefits Onsite VIP signage at Manufacturer and Distributor Reception
	Breakfast – $700 Benefits Signage on display at food table and highboy tables distributed throughout venue at one breakfast service
	Lunch – $700 Benefits Signage on display at food table and highboy tables distributed throughout venue at one lunch service

BRONZE PARTNERSHIP LEVEL
	Refreshment Break – $500 Benefits Signage on display at food table and highboy tables distributed throughout venue at one refreshment break

GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIP
	Golf Tournament Hole in One (Men) – $550 (1 AVAILABLE) Benefits On-site recognition throughout the tournament through verbal announcements Opportunity to provide item for inclusion in the players gift bag
	Golf Tournament Hole in One (Women) – $550 (1 AVAILABLE) Benefits On-site recognition throughout the tournament through verbal announcements Opportunity to provide item for inclusion in the players gift bag
	Golf Tournament Longest Drive (Men) – $550 (1 AVAILABLE) Benefits On-site recognition throughout the tournament through verbal announcements Opportunity to provide item for inclusion in the players gift bag
	Golf Tournament Longest Drive (Women) – $550 (1 AVAILABLE) Benefits On-site recognition throughout the tournament through verbal announcements Opportunity to provide item for inclusion in the players gift bag
	Golf Tournament Closest to the Pin (Men) – $550 (1 AVAILABLE) Benefits On-site recognition throughout the tournament through verbal announcements Opportunity to provide item for inclusion in the players gift bag
	Golf Tournament Closest to the Pin (Women) – $550 (1 AVAILABLE) Benefits On-site recognition throughout the tournament through verbal announcements Opportunity to provide item for inclusion in the players gift bag
	Golf Tournament Players Gift Bag – $350 Benefits Sponsor’s name and logo featured on gift bag distributed to all players. Note: The sponsor will be responsible for design, production and shipping costs. Opportunity to place additional promotional item in players gift bag
	Golf Hole – $200 (18 AVAILABLE) Benefits Onsite VIP signage Opportunity to place promotional item in players gift bag

*Print-ready artwork must be provided August 1, 2023.
**All sponsorship fees exclude tax.

Traveling to Whistler

Accommodation
The Conference will be held at the Westin Resort and Spa.

Reservations must be made by July 24, 2023 to receive the discounted rate.

Deluxe Studio Suites  – $199 + fees and taxes
One Bedroom Suites  – $249 + fees and taxes

Book your room at: https://book.passkey.com/e/50492071

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations within 30 days of arrival are non-refundable.

Rates will be available 3 days prior and 3 days after the peak nights of Wednesday, August 23 to Friday, August 25, subject to availability of guest rooms at the time of reservation. Best Available Rate will be offered for all other pre and post stays, subject to availability of guest rooms at the time of reservation.

Getting There
Discounts with Air Canada and WestJet are now available. Whistler Shuttle provides transportation from the Vancouver airport to Whistler.

TRAVEL DISCOUNTS
	On behalf of our team, we would like to thank you for choosing WestJet for your travel plans. We are happy to confirm that for the upcoming event, 2023 TIAC Annual Conference, we are able to offer 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 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 discount code listed below. Please visit www.westjet.com/conventions to make a booking online. Applicable Rules The booking is to be made to the following city: Whistler (Vancouver) The travel period begins: 8/16/2023 The travel period ends: 9/2/2023 No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings. Coupon Code: Guest web/Travel Agent web 8K2U1PG Promo Code: Travel Agent GDS only YBC21
	Thank you for choosing Air Canada as the preferred airline for your event, 2023 TIAC Annual Conference, which will be held Wednesday, August 23, 2023 to Saturday, August 26, 2023. To book a flight with your promotion code, access aircanada.com and enter your promotion code in the Promotion Code Box. Promotion Code: NYGQKBG1 Applicable Rules The booking is to be made to the following city: Vancouver, YVR (BC) The travel period begins Wednesday, August 16, 2023 and ends Saturday, September 02, 2023. Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. For North America’ 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel’ 10% on standard fares & higher.
	Vancouver Airport to Whistler The Vancouver airport to Whistler shuttle is the best way to travel from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Whistler. The Whistler Airport Shuttle bus service operates regularly throughout the day, ensuring minimal wait time at the airport. Learn more and book at https://www.whistlershuttle.com/.