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Your Invitation
David Bosiak and Catherine Gryba, Co-Chairs
National Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show
On behalf of the National Conference and Trade Show Task Group and the Local Host Planning Committee, we would like to welcome our fellow recreation practitioners, professionals and volunteers to the parks and recreation event of the year…. Canada’s National Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show.
Our Committees and Volunteers have been working hard to ensure the 2006 Conference is an exciting, informative program that will facilitate the exchange of ideas across the parks and recreation community. From inspiring keynote addresses to information-filled sessions, this Conference promises to offer the latest information, opportunities to exchange ideas, practices and trends so practitioners and volunteers can stay abreast of the fast-paced changes taking place in the parks and recreation field.
Innovations are happening every day in the exciting world of recreation and parks. So whether your focus is facilities, recreation, parks, or a related professional arena, you will definitely learn something new from this Conference!
If you have some free time before or after the Conference, take advantage of the opportunity to explore Saskatoon and discover the beauty of the city and the province. 2006 is Saskatoon’s 100th Birthday and we are so pleased to host this Conference as part of the celebration.
Welcome to Saskatoon and enjoy the Conference!
Welcome From CPRA
Kate Friars President, CPRA
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Parks and
Recreation Association (CPRA), I would like to extend an invitation to
you to join us in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan from October 18 – 21, 2006 for
Canada’s 2006 National Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show:
Healthy Communities…Cultivating the Vision.
CPRA is pleased to be working with the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (S.P.R.A.) and the City of Saskatoon this year to bring you this fabulous event in Saskatoon, a city that is celebrating its 100th birthday this year.
This year’s Conference theme, Healthy Communities… Cultivating the Vision is centered on the Canadian Vision for Parks and Recreation that was released at the 2005 Conference. This Conference will be an event offering multiple opportunities for professional development, networking and reconnecting with friends and colleagues. Come prepared to be challenged, to be inspired and to be empowered by the many keynote and session speakers we have assembled!
Please join us at the CPRA Annual General Meeting on October 20 to hear what we have accomplished in the last year and provide input towards the future directions and focus of the National Association. Don’t miss the Presidents’ Luncheon and Awards Ceremony as we celebrate the amazing work practitioners do in the field of parks and recreation. And finally, a special thanks to all the volunteers from across Canada and from the City of Saskatoon who have committed a tremendous amount of hours to put this event together. It promises to be an exciting few days that will leave you energized and proud of the sector we are all a part of and live every day. “I look forward to seeing you in Saskatoon in October!”
Welcome From S.P.R.A.
Shauna Bourassa, President, S.P.R.A.
It is with great pleasure that I invite you, on behalf of the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (S.P.R.A.), to Canada’s National Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show and the beautiful City of Saskatoon. S.P.R.A. is privileged to host this year’s Conference in partnership with the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association and the City of Saskatoon, in the ‘Land of the Living Skies’.
This year’s Conference, Healthy Communities…Cultivating the Vision, will maintain the high quality of previous conferences, while incorporating new features to enhance your learning and networking experiences. This year’s program features sessions in several formats, covering a wide range of topics and issues relevant to the parks and recreation sector. The Conference sessions will assist practitioners and volunteers alike in bringing the vision of healthy communities to life.
Be prepared for exciting sessions, quality entertainment, and a great celebration of parks and recreation. Enjoy the Conference and we hope you will be inspired to visit us again soon.
A Message From the Premier Of Saskatchewan
Lorne Calvert,
Premier, Province of Saskatchewan
On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, I am pleased to offer warm greetings to all of those attending the 2006 National Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show.
This convention will provide delegates with an opportunity to discuss recent activities and initiatives, and will give presenters and trade show exhibitors the chance to share their knowledge, goods and services. I know that this will be an educational and exciting event for everyone involved.
This year's theme is Healthy Communities... Cultivating the Vision. Our government understands the importance of promoting healthy communities, and was pleased to recently provide additional support to Saskatchewan recreational facilities through funding to our municipalities.
When taking a break from the Show, I would invite all visitors to Saskatoon to take in some of the many attractions our beautiful City of Bridges has to offer. I am certain there is something here for everyone to enjoy. As well, in 2006, Saskatoon commemorates its 100th anniversary as a city, and we invite you to help us celebrate "Our Time to Shine!"
Again, welcome, and best wishes for a wonderful conference.
Welcome To Saskatoon
Donald J. Atchison,
Mayor, City of Saskatoon
It is my sincere pleasure to extend a warm welcome on behalf of the citizens of Saskatoon to delegates attending the 2006 National Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show. We are delighted to host you in Saskatoon during our city's centennial year.
It is my hope that your conference provides numerous opportunities to exchange valuable information on environmental issues, social inclusion, physical activity, and community development initiatives which are so vital to the well-being of our communities. Thank you for building healthy communities across Canada by encouraging improvements to our quality of life.
Should schedules permit, I invite visitors to explore our vibrant city and discover first-hand the many qualities that make Saskatoon Shine. We have a wonderfully diverse community that provides many educational, cultural, and recreational activities as well as shopping and entertainment opportunities.
Best wishes for a very productive and informative conference, and I hope all delegates enjoy their visit to Saskatoon.
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