Grassroots Approach Conference Invitation
March 26, 2011
A Conference Hosted by the Northwestern Ontario Bio-Economy Corporation (NOBEC)
The Northwestern Ontario Bio-Economy Corporation (NOBEC) is a non-profit organization with regional representation that facilitates research and fosters viable business opportunities focusing on the bio-economy to enhance, grow and sustain Northern Ontario communities and future generations. Our vision is to be the catalyst in creating sustainable and diverse business opportunities resulting in economic growth and vibrant communities.
On behalf of NOBEC, you are invited to attend our conference in Thunder Bay on March 26th 2011 at the Victoria Inn. The topic of discussion will be ‘A Grassroots Approach’, focusing on entrepreneurs from Northern Ontario who have adopted a unique ‘grassroots’ approach to doing business by cultivating their business endeavours around natural products and processes, and the current and future federal and provincial programs in effect to assist these entrepreneurs and encourage others to develop their own innovative ideas.
Confirmed Guest Speakers include:
The Honourable Michael Gravelle, Minister of Northern Development Mines and Forestry
Bruce Hyer, NDP Member of Parliament, Thunder Bay – Superior North Region
Trevor Laing, Entrepreneur, Owner of Level Plains in Wawa
Ed Fukushima/Larry Levchak, Entrepreneurs, Owners of Atikokan Renewable Fuels
Dr. David Robinson, Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics at Laurentian University
Robert Laporte, President and CEO of NEUTOPIA ecoSOLUTIONS
Dr. Chander Shahi, Associate Professor, Faculty of Natural Resources Management at Lakehead University
Mark Bell and Sheldon Atlookan, from Aroland First Nation, Aroland Blueberry Initiative
KimJo Bliss, Research Technician, Emo Agricultural Research Station
Al Cresswell, Morning Host and News Director of CFNO FM broadcasting (Master of Ceremonies)
Register today to join us and hear what these enthralling speakers have to say. Have your say too, during our Q & A sessions! Take advantage of this unique networking opportunity to meet with our guest speakers and other attendees from various private and public sector organizations dedicated to the economic development of Northern Ontario!
Registration Rates
General:$100
General NOBEC Members:$80
Students: $50
Student NOBEC Members: $35
Visit the ‘Registration‘ page on the NOBEC website for registration information!
~NOTE: REDUCED RATES FOR NOBEC MEMBERS!!~
If you hold an annual NOBEC membership, take advantage of our discounted member registration rate! If you wish to purchase an annual membership, please visit the ‘Purchase a Membership‘ page on the NOBEC website. Student Annual Memberships are only $10!
Sponsorships
NOBEC has various sponsorship opportunities available for ‘A Grassroots Approach’, starting as low as $100! Seize this unique, affordable opportunity to showcase your organization to citizens, organizations, political representatives and students from throughout Northern Ontario! Please visit the ‘Sponsor Information‘ page on the NOBEC website for more sponsorship details.
Visit the ‘Sponsor Registration‘ page on the NOBEC website for sponsorship information!
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.nobec.ca
OR CONTACT:
Natalie Hughes, Outreach Officer
Northwestern Ontario Bio-Economy Corporation (NOBEC)
nmhughes@lakeheadu.ca
Fax: 807-824-3231
Phone: 807-824-2711 ext. 238
Thank you to our Sponsors:
This advertorial paid by NOBEC.
