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2015 Winter Meeting Registration Opens
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You're invited to Yellowknife, Northwest Territories for the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region's (PNWER) winter meeting, featuring our Legislative Leadership Academy and Economic Leadership Forum.
Strengthen your understanding of the fascinating practical differences of how the U.S. and Canadian political systems actually work, develop lasting relationships with your colleagues and explore economic opportunities and challenges in the arctic. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the wonder of the true north at PNWER's 'Real Winter Meeting.'
Visit PNWER.org/2015wintermeeting for more information on the event, flights and accommodations. The page will be updated as speakers and agenda particulars are confirmed.
NOVEMBER 15-16 - LEGISLATIVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
The bi-annual Legislative Leadership Academy is designed to assist elected legislators in developing important relationships with their colleagues in neighboring jurisdictions across the border.
Through a series of facilitated discussions with fellow legislators, you will gain a better understanding of the practical differences between the state, provincial and territorial political systems. The academy also features a tour of the beautiful Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly building, where there are no political parties and the government functions by consensus.
This event begins on the morning of Sunday, November 15, so please plan to arrive in Yellowknife by Saturday, November 14.
NOVEMBER 16-17 - ECONOMIC LEADERSHIP FORUM
The Annual Economic Leadership Forum provides an opportunity for local, state, and provincial leaders in both the public and private sectors to carry out focused, in-depth discussions on key subjects affecting our regional economy.
Economic Leadership Forum events begin the morning of Monday, November 16.
Private-sector members are welcome to join legislators at a hospitality suite reception at The Explorer Hotel at 9 p.m. on Sunday, November 15.
Earlybird pricing is available until October 9. Save up to $100 on registrations and book flights early!
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The Legislative Leadership Academy will feature in-depth sessions on:
- Structural differences in U.S. and Canadian governmental systems
- Roundtable discussion on campaign, election and leadership processes in states and territories
- Discussion on provicial, territorial, state and federal relations
- "View from the Speaker's Chair," a comparative look at the role of the Speaker of the House and the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly
- How to build on PNWER's past successes for future collaboration (private sector delegates welcome)
Legislators will learn about the consensus government system of the Northwest Territories and tour the unique Legislative Assembly building
The Economic Leadership Forum will hold sessions on: - Arctic Governance
- Aboriginal Development
- Market Access and Arctic Transportation Systems
- Mining
- Energy Development in the North & Net-Zero Buildings in the Pacific Northwest
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POLICY TOURS & ACTIVITIES
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Dogsled Ride - Monday, Nov. 16, 3-6 p.m.
Dash through the snowy trails around Grace Lake on an exciting, but cozy ride. Meet the dogs, take pictures, and most importantly, have fun! Parkas, boots and mitts will all be provided.
Yellowknife Sights and History Tour - Monday, Nov. 16, 3-5 p.m.
Join local experts on a tour of the city and learn how this historical gold-mining town transformed into the diamond capitol it is today. See local art and learn about the history and culture of the people that make this area unique. This tour is approximately 2 hours in length and showcases highlights of the city.
Aurora Village Dinner and Reception - Tuesday, Nov. 17, evening
Enjoy dinner, watch for the Northern Lights and mingle with legislators and business leaders at Aurora Village in Yellowknife. The reception will also feature a graduation ceremony for the Legislative Leadership Academy.
Other policy tours and activities to be announced.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
We will be staying and meeting at The Explorer Hotel. Located on a high point in downtown Yellowknife, the Explorer's spacious guest rooms offer spectacular panoramic views of Niven Lake and Back Bay to the north and Frame Lake and the Legislative Assembly to the south.
Secure your room for the event by calling 1-800-661-0892 and mention you are with PNWER to book within our room block. The room block expires October 14, so please reserve your room before then.
YELLOWKNIFE FLIGHTS & AIRLINES Daily scheduled airline flights serve Yellowknife and connect to all major Canadian and many U.S. cities. When you arrive at the Yellowknife Airport, look for the free shuttle service van to The Explorer Hotel. See incoming and outgoing flights hereYellowknife is served by many of Canada's major airlines from the south including Air Canada-Jazz, First Air, Westjet and Canadian North. For more information on flights to and from Yellowknife, please refer to the Yellowknife Airport for flight arrival and departure information.
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See Keynote Speeches from the 2015 Summit
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STEMFest 2015 in Saskatoon
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The 2nd International Festival of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEMfest) will be held in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan from September 27 to October 3, 2015.
STEMfest is a festival of conferences and events aimed at exploring social, industry and economic development through the world of STEM education and innovation.
STEMfest events include: 1) 2nd International Conference on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education and Innovation (STEMcon) (Skilling a Nation's Future) 2) 3rd World Conference on Safety in Science, Industry and Education (Safety First)(Hosted in Partnership with the Laboratory Safety Institute) 3) 9th Global Conference on Power Control and Optimisation (Creating a Lean Culture) 4) LSI Two Day Safety Training Course 5) International Conference on Transnational Collaboration - Education, Trade and Export 6) STEMfest Science Fair and Careers of the Future Expo
7) Girls in STEM Forum
8) Aboriginal Engagement Panel
9) Ride2Learn Community Bike Ride
10) GameJam and Developers Forum
11) 14th International Conference on Clean Energy 2015 (Hosted in partnership with the International Association for Hydrogen Energy) 12) International Meetings Industry Forum on Science, Technology and Engineering Conferences 2015 13) 2nd International Conference on Hybrid Energy and Technologies 2015 (Hosted in partnership with the Asia Pacific Society for Solar and Hybrid Technologies) 14) 2nd President's and Vice Chancellor's Forum 15) Association Executives and Government Policy Forum in STEM
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Thank you to our early 2015 Winter Meeting Sponsors
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