2016 Event Sponsorship OPPORTUNITIES

Connect with qualified prospects. Meet the decision makers!



EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES CONNECT WITH QUALIFIED PROSPECTS. MEET THE DECISION MAKERS IN AN INTIMATE FORUM! CPA Canada PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT provides unparalleled opportunities for credible exposure with a carefully targeted audience of senior decision-makers. Organizations sponsor CPA Canada events, year-after-year to reinforce one-to-one business relationships and to build new ones, with progressive groups of accountants, lawyers and other business professionals who have come to learn from today’s industry leaders and to see and hear from valuable suppliers of products and services they need. Position your organization as a leader – associate your brand with the enhanced credibility and image that a relationship with CPA Canada will bring! Secure your sponsorship early… let our CPA Canada development team create a sponsorship program that’s just right for you. Contact Alexandra or David today and get a head start on the 2016 season:

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT — SPONSORSHIP DEVELOPMENT Alexandra at [email protected] or 416-204-3397 David at [email protected] or 416-204-3342

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WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR PARTNERS FOR PARTICIPATING IN OUR 2015 EVENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS About The Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA Canada) Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) is the national organization established to support a unified Canadian accounting profession. We represent highly qualified professionals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to providing the highest standards of accounting, ethics and best business practices. CPA Canada is a progressive and forwardthinking organization whose members bring a convergence of shared values, diverse business skills and exceptional talents to the accounting field. As one of the world’s largest national accounting bodies, with more than 200,000 members across the country and around the world, CPA Canada carries a strong influential voice. We play an important role in influencing international accounting, audit and assurance standards to ensure that these standards are appropriate for Canadian market needs.

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TAXATION • Scientific Research and Experimental Development Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 • Commodity Tax Symposium — West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 • Commodity Tax Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING, AND GOVERNANCE • The One National Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 • CPA Canada’s Public Sector Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 • CPA Canada’s Conference for Audit Committees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 SPECIALTY AREAS • CPA Canada’s Not-for-Profit Financial Executive Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 • CPA Canada’s Conference for the Oil and Gas Industry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY • Conference on IT Audit, Governance and Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Benefits TITLE SPONSORSHIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 • Program Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 • Optional Breakfast Session Sponsorship / Early Bird Session Sponsorship . . . . 15 • Keynote Address (Introduction) Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 SUPPORTING SPONSORSHIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 • Registration Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 • Continental Breakfast Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 • Networking Coffee Breaks Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 • Networking Lunch Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 • Welcome Reception or Networking Reception Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 EXHIBITING SPONSORSHIP / ADVERTISING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 • Exhibiting Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 • Advertise in The Event Brochure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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OPPORTUNITIES

CPA Canada PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT is pleased to provide the following sponsorship opportunities to help you position your organization as a leader and associate your brand with enhanced credibility and image. Our formalized Sponsorship Program includes events listed from pages 6 to 14. We have included event related information as well as the opportunities available to ensure your selection is the right marketing incentive for your organization. Some restrictions may apply and may not be listed. For an at-a-glance summary of event sponsorship opportunities, please see page 15. Specifics are subject to change.

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TAXATION

SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT SYMPOSIUM

March 3 - 4, 2016 Metro • Toronto Convention Centre (North Building) • Toronto, ON Two-day conference including general and concurrent sessions. ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 180 Symposium Overview

Event Sponsorship Opportunities

CPA Canada’s two-day SR&ED symposium will include a blend of technical and financial/accounting sessions, with updates, analysis and very current interpretations from practitioners and government. The rich mix will offer exceptional value for both specialists and generalists while featuring panel discussions and debates with some of the field’s leading experts. Intended Audience

Title Sponsorships Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $3,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive) $ 3,500

Supporting Sponsorships Registration (exclusive) $2,500 Continental Breakfast $2,500 Networking Coffee Breaks $2,500 Networking Lunch $2,500 Networking Reception (co-sponsorship) $2,500

• accountants, engineers and others who advise clients on SR&ED matters (both specialists and general practitioners) • financial executives and technical experts responsible for (or oversee) SR&ED compliance within their organization • professionals in CRA, Department of Finance, and other government settings who are responsible • for SR&ED matters Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change) • • • • •

an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event full brochure available for download from ecommerce site featured in bi-weekly events newsletter ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

Exhibiting Sponsorships 10 Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $1,500

Advertising

For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/SREDSymposium

1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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TAXATION

COMMODITY TAX SYMPOSIUM – WEST

March 7 - 8, 2016 • Westin Calgary Hotel • Calgary, AB Two-day conference including general and concurrent sessions. ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 125

Event Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsorships Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $3,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive) $3,500

Supporting Sponsorships Registration (exclusive) $2,500 Continental Breakfast $2,500 Networking Coffee Breaks $2,500 Networking Lunch $2,500 Networking Reception (co-sponsorship) $2,500

Exhibiting Sponsorships 10 Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $1,500

Advertising

Symposium Overview The Commodity Tax Symposium – West’s revitalized agenda focuses on the most important indirect tax issues facing businesses in Western Canada and plays host to numerous general and concurrent sessions. Don’t miss Western Canada’s largest indirect tax conference and the incredible networking opportunities offered at this event. Intended Audience • Professionals who are serious about working in, or advising businesses in the area of indirect taxation: • accounting professionals, lawyers, consultants and academics who research and advise in the areas of HST, GST, PST, customs and trade, and other indirect taxes • senior executives and other professionals who lead internal commodity tax groups in industry and not-for-profit environments • CRA, Department of Finance and provincial ministries of finance representatives charged with policy and compliance initiatives relating to sales taxes and other indirect taxes Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change) • an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event • full brochure mailing to approx. 8,000 addresses including alumni and interested groups • featured in bi-weekly events newsletter • ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle • social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/CTSWest

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TAXATION

COMMODITY TAX SYMPOSIUM – EAST

October 24 - 25, 2016 • Metro Toronto Convention Centre • Toronto, ON Two-day conference including general and concurrent sessions and optional workshop(s)

Event Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsorships Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $8,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive) $8,500

Supporting Sponsorships Welcome Reception $5,500 Registration (exclusive) $5,500 Continental Breakfast $5,500 Networking Coffee Breaks $5,500 Networking Lunch $5,500 Networking Reception (co-sponsorship) $5,500

Exhibiting Sponsorships 6 Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $4,000

Advertising

ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 350 Symposium Overview The Symposium is the annual gathering place for progressive professionals working or advising in commodity taxation. Containing a series of plenary sessions, concurrent presentations and keynote speakers addressing critical issues relating to HST, GST, PST, QST and Customs and Trade, the Symposium provides unprecedented networking opportunities in the marketplace. Intended Audience • Professionals who are serious about working in or advising businesses in the area of indirect taxation: • accounting professionals, lawyers, consultants and academics who research and advise in the areas of HST, GST, PST, customs and trade, and other indirect taxes • senior executives and other professionals who lead internal commodity tax groups in industry and not-for-profit environments • CRA, Department of Finance and provincial ministries of finance representatives charged with policy and compliance initiatives relating to sales taxes and other indirect taxes Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change) • • • • • •

an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event preliminary promotion to alumni and interested groups, approx. 2,000 addresses full brochure mailing to approx. 10,000 addresses featured in bi-weekly events newsletter ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/CTS

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FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING, GOVERNANCE

THE ONE NATIONAL CONFERENCE

September 19 - 20, 2016 • Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, BC The “Must Attend” event of the year for CPAs from across Canada Event Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsorships Program - 10x10 exhibit included $15,000 Optional Early Bird Sessions $9,000 Keynote Address Introductions - $9,000

Supporting Sponsorships (10x10 exhibit included) Registration (exclusive) $7,500 Networking Reception $7,500 Continental Breakfast - Day 1 $6,000 Continental Breakfast - Day 2 $6,000 Networking Coffee Breaks - Day 1 $6,000 Networking Coffee Breaks - Day 2 $6,000 Networking Lunch - Day 1 $6,000 Networking Lunch - Day 2 $6,000

ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 1,000 Conference Overview One Powerful Network – in One Place, at One Time The One National Conference – for senior accounting professionals - an unparalleled opportunity to meet and network with hundreds of professional colleagues from across Canada. Introduce your services, reinforce your brand and connect with the top professionals in this two-day, multi-track forum. Conference tracks will include financial accounting, management accounting, finance, tax, and leadership. Prominent, thoughtprovoking keynote addresses, and a great exhibit floor will complete this unparalleled professional learning experience. Intended Audience • CFOs, vice-presidents of finance, controllers or assistant controllers, regulatory compliance officers, directors of finance and corporate accounting • directors, managers and analysts in financial planning, business performance, budgets and forecasts • partners and managers in professional service firms • regulators, regulatory-compliance officers, other financial statement users

Exhibiting Sponsorships

Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change)

Single Booth (10x10) $4,000 Double Booth (2 - 10x10 booths) $6,500

• an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event • preliminary promotion to members, alumni and interested groups, approx. 65,000 addresses • full brochure mailing to approx. 20,000 addresses • featured in bi-weekly events newsletter • ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle • social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

Advertising 1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 * Additional sponsorship opportunities may be available ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/TheOne

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FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING, GOVERNANCE

CPA CANADA’S PUBLIC SECTOR CONFERENCE

October 12 - 13, 2016, • Shaw Centre, Ottawa, ON Two-day conference

Event Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsorships Program $10,000 (exhibit included) Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $3,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive) $3,500

Supporting Sponsorships (10x10 exhibit included) Registration (exclusive) $2,500 Continental Breakfast $2,500 Networking Coffee Breaks $2,500 Networking Lunch $2,500 Networking Reception $2,500

Exhibiting Sponsorships 2 Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $1,500 (max 6 with above)

Advertising

ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 300 Conference Overview This annual event in the nation’s capital is THE place to be for all senior financial professionals in public sector and not-for-profit organizations who follow standards issued by PSAB. The Conference features a robust, multi-track agenda that allows the attendees to customize their learning experience and includes important PSAB updates, and the most innovative practices in government financial management including costing government services, performance management, budgeting and government redesign. Intended Audience • senior financial professionals working in the public sector or in not-for-profit organizations using standards issued by the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) • auditors and other financial professionals who serve the public sector and broader public sector • financial statement users who need to understand financial reporting under standards issued by PSAB Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change) • an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event • preliminary postcard mailing to alumni and interested groups, approx. 2,000 addresses • full brochure mailing to approx. 15,000 addresses • featured in bi-weekly events newsletter • ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle • social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/PSC

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FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING, GOVERNANCE

CONFERENCE FOR AUDIT COMMITTEES

Fall, 2016 • Toronto, ON Two-day conference including general and technical sessions

Event Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsorships Program $10,000 (exhibit included) Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $3,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive) $3,500

Supporting Sponsorships (10x10 exhibit included) Registration (exclusive) $2,500 Continental Breakfast $2,500 Networking Coffee Breaks $2,500 Networking Lunch $2,500 Networking Reception $2,500

Exhibiting Sponsorships Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $1,500 (approval required)

ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 150 Conference Overview Enormous challenges face members of this important board committee. This critically acclaimed annual conference is a must-attend for audit committee members and CFOs who work with their audit committees. Featuring an all-star speaker line up, the conference provides in-depth coverage of the latest issues and a unique opportunity to network with the experts. Intended Audience • chairs and current audit committee members wanting to broaden their knowledge and effectiveness in their roles • CFOs, CEOs and other senior executives who work with their audit committees • CPAs, lawyers and other professionals who consult with audit committees prospective audit committee members who want to understand more about the role Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change) • • • • •

an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event full brochure mailing to approx. 5,000 addresses featured in bi-weekly events newsletter ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/CFAC

Advertising 1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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SPECIALTY AREAS

CPA CANADA’S NOT-FOR-PROFIT FINANCIAL EXECUTIVE FORUM

March 1 - 2, 2016, • Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON Two-day conference including general and concurrent sessions ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 120

Event Sponsorship Opportunities

Title Sponsorships Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $3,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive) $3,500

Supporting Sponsorships Registration (exclusive) $2,500 Continental Breakfast $2,500 Networking Coffee Breaks $2,500 Networking Lunch $2,500 Networking Reception (co-sponsorship) $2,500

Exhibiting Sponsorships

Forum Overview In today’s not-for-profit environment, financial executives are regarded as missioncritical. Success comes from being a strategic leader whose team adds value. Successful leaders need to possess a combination of technical expertise and well-honed personal and leadership skills.. This conference provides a tremendous networking opportunity to share experiences with attendees, colleagues, peers and leading industry experts from across the industry. Intended Audience • not-for-profit chief financial officers and other senior financial executives • board members of not-for-profit organizations Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change) • • • • •

an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event full brochure mailed to approx. 12,000 addresses featured in bi-weekly events newsletter ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/NFPforum

10 Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $1,500

Advertising 1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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SPECIALTY AREAS

CPA CANADA’S CONFERENCE FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY

November 23 - 24, 2016 • Calgary, AB Two-day conference, including general and concurrent sessions. ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 250

Event Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsorships Program $10,000 (exhibit included) Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $3,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive) $3,500

Conference Overview The Canadian oil and gas industry faces unique challenges in today’s environment. This industry-driven conference offers general and concurrent sessions to provide attendees with an opportunity to be up-to-date technically and gain an understanding of the most critical issues and current thinking facing the oil and gas industry. Sessions include: technical updates and discussions on application and interpretation of key IFRSs, legislative and regulatory standards impacting the industry; management accounting and finance issues; and sessions addressing broader areas of interest and concern for members in or serving this industry. The conference also provides a unique networking opportunity to discuss issues and challenges with colleagues,attendees and leading industry experts from across the industry. Intended Audience

Registration (exclusive) $2,500 (exhibit included) Continental Breakfast $2,500 (exhibit included) Networking Coffee Break $2,500 (exhibit included) Networking Lunch $2,500 Networking Reception $2,500

• Professional accountants working in, or providing services to, the oil and gas industry. For example: • CFOs and other senior financial executives • directors, managers and analysts of: financial planning and analysis, budgets and forecast, business performance, finance • public accountants and other professional advisors • securities regulators, financial analysts and other financial statement users • audit committee members

Exhibiting Sponsorships

Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change)

Supporting Sponsorships

4 Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $1,500 (max 4 with above) 1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000

• • • • •

______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/OilGas

Advertising

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an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event full brochure mailing to approx. 7,500 addresses featured in bi-weekly events newsletter ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

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INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

CONFERENCE ON IT AUDIT, GOVERNANCE AND SECURITY

March 21 - 23, 2016 • Hyatt Regency Hotel • Toronto, ON Two-day conference including general sessions and multiple concurrent tracks ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE — 120

Event Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsorships Program $10,000 (exhibit included) Optional Breakfast Session (exclusive) $3,500 (approval required) Keynote Address Introduction (exclusive)$3,500

Supporting Sponsorships Registration (exclusive) $2,500 (exhibit included) Continental Breakfast $2,500 (exhibit included) Networking Coffee Breaks $2,500 (exhibit included) Networking Lunch $2,500 Networking Reception $2,500

Exhibiting Sponsorships 4 Exhibitors (10x10 booth) $1,500 (max 4 with above)

Advertising

Conference Overview This conference is offered in collaboration with Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada), the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) - Toronto Chapter, the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) - Toronto Chapter and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). This conference features plenary as well as concurrent sessions from top IT industry and professional services leaders on a variety of “hot topics”, each of which encompasses different aspects of IT Audit, Governance and Security. Intended Audience • This is the ideal conference for IT professionals and financial leaders with responsibility • for the IT function including: • CFOs • CIOs • IT security officers • managers of: IT, IT audit, internal audit, compliance • auditors: external, internal and IT • finance professionals with responsibility for the IT function Anticipated Marketing Plan (subject to change) • • • • •

an online ecommerce page developed exclusively for this event full brochure mailing to approx. 7,500 addresses featured in bi-weekly events newsletter ad(s) in related product marketing vehicle social media presence – Twitter and LinkedIn

1/4 page, colour ad in full brochure $1,000 ______________________________ For details of benefits, please see pages 17 - 24.

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For more event information, please visit: cpacanada.ca/ITAudit

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TITLE SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS

TITLE SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS CPA Canada PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT programs are delivered by leaders in the industry, what better way to position your organization as a leader than by supporting CPA Canada programs with a Title Sponsorship Package. A Title Sponsorship Package gives your organization exposure at the program level, allowing you to show your corporate commitment to continuing professional development and allowing you to stand out from the crowd. These packages are limited, so ensure you secure your sponsorship early.

* All Sponsors receive these benefits Logo on Store program description page Logo on event Brochure(s) Logo on event Agenda Logo on professionally designed general Thank You sign in foyer and on session screens between sessions Participant list including name, firm, city Opportunity to provide one promotional insert to be included in participant packages Acknowledgment at podium some time during event All benefits listed below come standard with all Title Sponsorship, Supporting Sponsorship and Exhibiting Sponsorship packages. Some of the benefits listed are time sensitive, and thus are conditional based upon timely receipt of contract and payment. Some restrictions may apply and may not be listed. Specifics are subject to change. _____________________________ PLUS you will receive the benefits outlined in the Sponsorship package of your choice.

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PROGRAM SPONSORSHIP Exposure/Duration: Sponsorship runs over conference portion of event Intended Audience • You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Recognized as Program Sponsor • Head up Agenda — your company name is placed above Timetable on Store program description page and your logo is placed above timetable on the onsite Agenda with link to Store program description page • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Program sign housing logo, and session details placed by entrance of all session room(s) • Four guest representatives from your organization may attend Networking Reception(s) • May supply small giveaway (not to compete with Registration giveaway — CPA Canada approval required) • 1/4 page ad in event brochure • Two FREE Conference Registrations • Optional Exhibit space where applicable • Optional reserved table at Lunch(es)

OPTIONAL BREAKFAST / EARLY BIRD SESSIONS SPONSORSHIP (exclusive) Exposure/Duration: Session not to exceed one hour • You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Company name is placed beside Breakfast session time slot on timetable of Store program description page • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Logo is placed beside Breakfast session time slot on event Agenda • Sponsor to provide speaker and session program (approval from CPA Canada event committee required) • Tent cards on tables during Breakfast session housing your logo • Breakfast session sign outlining session title, speaker and housing your logo, placed by session room • Optional Reserved table • Two guest representatives may attend Breakfast session from your organization • One FREE Conference Registration • May supply small giveaway around Breakfast room (not to compete with Registration giveaway — CPA Canada approval required) • Assessment of your speaker’s performance as critiqued by attendees

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TITLE SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS

TITLE SPONSORSHIP KEYNOTE ADDRESS (INTRODUCTION) SPONSORSHIP (exclusive) Exposure/Duration: Session runs for up to one and a half hours

* All Sponsors receive these benefits Logo on Store program description page Logo on event Brochure(s) Logo on event Agenda Logo on professionally designed general Thank You sign in foyer and on session screens between sessions Participant list including name, firm, city Opportunity to provide one promotional insert to be included in participant packages Acknowledgment at podium some time during event

• You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Company name is placed beside Keynote time slot on timetable of Store program description page • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Logo is placed beside Keynote time slot on event Agenda • Sponsor provides a company representative to say a few words about themselves and company and then introduces the Keynote Speaker(s) • Keynote Session sign outlining session and speaker(s), noting that it is sponsored by your firm (logo), and placed by session room • Sponsor may supply notepads and/or pens • Two guest representatives may attend the Keynote presentation from your organization • One FREE Conference Registration

All benefits listed below come standard with all Title Sponsorship, Supporting Sponsorship and Exhibiting Sponsorship packages. Some of the benefits listed are time sensitive, and thus are conditional based upon timely receipt of contract and payment. Some restrictions may apply and may not be listed. Specifics are subject to change. _____________________________ PLUS you will receive the benefits outlined in the Sponsorship package of your choice.

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SUPPORTING SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS

SUPPORTING SPONSORSHIP CPA Canada PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT programs provide unparalleled opportunities for credible exposure with a carefully targeted audience of senior decision-makers. CPA Canada Supporting Sponsorship Packages focus on networking opportunities, which is an important element for success and growth in today’s market. Organizations sponsor CPA Canada events, year-after-year to reinforce one-to-one business relationships and build new ones with progressive groups of accountants, lawyers and other business professionals who have come to learn and network with today’s industry leaders and their peers. Be a part of the networking experience.

* All Sponsors receive these benefits Logo on Store program description page Logo on event Brochure(s) Logo on event Agenda Logo on professionally designed general Thank You sign in foyer and on session screens between sessions Participant list including name, firm, city Opportunity to provide one promotional insert to be included in participant packages Acknowledgment at podium some time during event All benefits listed below come standard with all Title Sponsorship, Supporting Sponsorship and Exhibiting Sponsorship packages. Some of the benefits listed are time sensitive, and thus are conditional based upon timely receipt of contract and payment. Some restrictions may apply and may not be listed. Specifics are subject to change. _____________________________ PLUS you will receive the benefits outlined in the Sponsorship package of your choice.

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REGISTRATION SPONSORSHIP (exclusive) Exposure/Duration: Registration desk is open over conference portion of event • You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Company name is placed beside Registration time slot on timetable of Store program description page • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Logo is placed beside Registration time slot on event Agenda • Registration sign housing logo and a 10-30 word description, placed by Registration desk • Optional Exhibit space where applicable • Sponsor may supply lanyards and/or mints or alternate giveaway in participant package (CPA Canada approval required)

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST SPONSORSHIP Exposure/Duration: Breakfast runs for one hour • You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Company name is placed beside Continental Breakfast time slot on timetable of Store program description page • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Logo is placed beside Continental Breakfast time slot on event Agenda • Continental Breakfast sign housing logo and website address in Breakfast area • Tent cards surrounding Breakfast area housing your logo • Optional Exhibit space where applicable • May supply small giveaway around Breakfast area (not to compete with Registration giveaway — CPA Canada approval required)

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SUPPORTING SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS

SUPPORTING SPONSORSHIP

NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK SPONSORSHIP Exposure/Duration: Morning and Afternoon Coffee Breaks over duration of conference portion of event

* All Sponsors receive these benefits Logo on Store program description page Logo on event Brochure(s) Logo on event Agenda Logo on professionally designed general Thank You sign in foyer and on session screens between sessions Participant list including name, firm, city Opportunity to provide one promotional insert to be included in participant packages Acknowledgment at podium some time during event All benefits listed below come standard with all Title Sponsorship, Supporting Sponsorship and Exhibiting Sponsorship packages. Some of the benefits listed are time sensitive, and thus are conditional based upon timely receipt of contract and payment. Some restrictions may apply and may not be listed. Specifics are subject to change. _____________________________ PLUS you will receive the benefits outlined in the Sponsorship package of your choice.

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• You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Company name is placed beside Coffee Break time slot on timetable of Store program description page • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Logo is placed beside Coffee Break time slot on event Agenda • Coffee Break sign housing logo and website address, placed in Coffee area • Tent cards around Coffee area housing your logo • Optional Exhibit space where applicable • May supply small giveaway, around Coffee area (not to compete with Registration giveaway — CPA Canada approval required)

NETWORKING LUNCH SPONSORSHIP Exposure/Duration: Lunch runs for up to one and a half hours • You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Company name is placed beside Networking Lunch time slot on Store program description page, • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Logo is placed beside Networking Lunch time slot on event Agenda • Networking Lunch sign housing logo, placed by dining room • Tent cards on tables during Lunch housing your logo • Optional Reserved table • Two guest representatives may attend Lunch from your organization • May supply small giveaway around Lunch area (not to compete with Registration giveaway – CPA Canada approval required)

WELCOME RECEPTION OR NETWORKING RECEPTION SPONSORSHIP Exposure/Duration: Reception runs for up to two hours with host bar and appetizers • You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * • Company name is placed beside Reception time slot on Store program description page, • A 75 word company description and business URL link on the Store program description page • Logo is placed beside Reception time slot on event Agenda • Reception sign housing logo, placed in/by Reception area/room • Tent cards surrounding Reception area and Bar housing your logo • May supply small giveaway around Reception area (not to compete with Registration giveaway — CPA Canada approval required) • Four guest representatives can attend Reception from your organization

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EXHIBITING SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS / ADVERTISING

EXHIBITING SPONSORSHIP / ADVERTISING CPA Canada PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT programs provide unparalleled opportunities for credible exposure with a carefully targeted audience of senior decision-makers. A limited number of booths provide exhibitors with an excellent networking opportunity to display and reinforce one-to-one business relationships with these decision makers. Exhibits are placed in foyer where participants gather for buffet meals and coffee. The atmosphere is not a tradeshow environment, it is more intimate and relaxed, making the exhibits seem like they are part of the program.

* All Sponsors receive these benefits Logo on Store program description page Logo on event Brochure(s) Logo on event Agenda Logo on professionally designed general Thank You sign in foyer and on session screens between sessions Participant list including name, firm, city Opportunity to provide one promotional insert to be included in participant packages Acknowledgment at podium some time during event All benefits listed below come standard with all Title Sponsorship, Supporting Sponsorship and Exhibiting Sponsorship packages. Some of the benefits listed are time sensitive, and thus are conditional based upon timely receipt of contract and payment. Some restrictions may apply and may not be listed. Specifics are subject to change. _____________________________ PLUS you will receive the benefits outlined in the Sponsorship package of your choice.

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EXHIBITING SPONSORSHIP Exposure/Duration: Exhibit runs from breakfast on day 1 to end of last coffee break on last day of conference portion of event • • • • • • • •

You get everything listed under “All Sponsors Receive These Benefits” * 10’x10’ Exhibit Space One, 6’ draped table Two chairs Access to electricity Complimentary meals for two Reception hosted by Exhibitors (not applicable at all events) Exhibits are open during Breakfasts, Coffee Breaks and scheduled Receptions hosted by Exhibitors as noted above

Expand your company’s awareness by reaching targeted audiences when you advertise through CPA Canada’s PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT direct marketing program. Our program provides a unique vehicle to help you reach the decision makers in your particular practice area. Advertising in our event brochures will also help boost your sponsorship or exhibiting efforts. Don’t miss out!

ADVERTISE IN THE EVENT BROCHURE We have opportunity in each event brochure for one corporate company to advertise: • Ad will be full colour and quarter page in size • Depending on event you choose, reach from 10,000 – 25,000 people

CPA CANADA | 2016 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES



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