ANNUAL
GENERAL
MEETING
NIAGARA FALLS ON JUNE 7-10, 2017
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CHF CANADA’S 2017 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
AGM LOCATIONS
HEADQUARTERS HOTEL
MOST AGM EVENTS
MEMBER EDUCATION FORUM
• Marriott on the Falls Hotel
• Scotiabank Convention
Centre
• Scotiabank Convention
Centre
• Marriott on the Falls Hotel
• Marriott Fallsview Hotel
CMC (CO-OPERATIVE
MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE)
• Marriott Fallsview Hotel
WELCOME TO NIAGARA FALLS
Niagara Falls, Ontario, is a destination unlike any other. One of the
original Seven Natural Wonders of the World is nestled in Niagara’s
Golden Horseshoe area, and with its breathtaking view, it has become
a popular attraction for visitors from around the world.
While there is a great variety of things to experience while visiting this
city, most visitors come to experience the falls themselves. With its roundthe-clock roar, refreshing mist, nightly colour change light displays and
weekly fireworks displays over them, it reminds us of just how wondrous
our natural world is!
We are proud to host CHF Canada’s 2017 Annual General Meeting, and
hope everyone has a great experience and enjoys their time spent with
us here. We look forward to showing you what Niagara Falls and the
Niagara Region have to offer. ­­—Local Planning Committee
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AGENDA 2017
RECOMMENDED TIME
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7
8:00
8:30
MORNING
9:00
10:00
11:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
AFTERNOON
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
Co-operative Management
Conference registration
9:30–11 a.m.
FRIDAY, JUNE 9
Registration continues
8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Registration continues
8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Co-operative Management
Conference workshops
9–11:30 a.m.
Co-operative
Management Conference
opening plenary and lunch
11 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Orientation workshop
for new participants
4:30–5:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, JUNE 10
Member Education
Forum workshops
Co-operative Management
Conference workshops
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Lunch
(free time)
National business meeting
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Lunch (included)
Networking lunch
Co-op staff/managers’ lunch
General registration begins
11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Co-operative Management
Conference Town Hall
1:30–4:30 p.m.
FREE TIME
THURSDAY, JUNE 8
Member Education
Forum workshops
9:30
10:30
SUGGESTED / OPTIONAL 12:15–1:15 p.m.
National business meeting
continues
1–3:30 p.m.
Member Education
Forum workshops
Co-operative Management
Conference workshops
1–3 p.m.
3:30–5 p.m.
Annual meeting of
Ontario members and
regional meetings
2–4:30 p.m.
Staff caucus
5–6 p.m.
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
7:00
7:30
Welcome Reception
7–8 p.m.
EVENING
8:00
8:30
Sightseeing
and Co-op Tour
7–9:30 p.m.
9:00
9:30
10:00
Pre-dinner reception
6–7 p.m.
AGM dinner
7 p.m.–12:30 a.m.
Wasting Away Again
in Margaritaville!
8 p.m.–midnight
10:30
11:00
11:30
12:00
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MAIN EVENTS
JUNE 7
JUNE 8–9
ORIENTATION WORKSHOP FOR
NEW PARTICIPANTS 4:30 P.M.
MEMBER EDUCATION FORUM
This workshop is for participants who are attending
CHF Canada’s Annual Meeting for the very first time.
Don’t miss this session where you’ll find out practical ways
to get the most out of your Annual Meeting experience.
WELCOME RECEPTION 7 P.M.
The first event of the AGM will be a fun way to start—an
informal reception and cash bar where you can meet old
friends and make some new ones. Everyone is welcome!
Sponsored by Alterna Savings JUNE 7–9
CO-OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE (CMC)*
Our annual professional development conference for
managers of housing co-ops is a valuable investment for
housing co-ops. Through plenaries and workshops, the
conference is an opportunity for co-op managers to learn
about and discuss the information and tools needed to
sustain healthy co-op businesses and strong and vibrant
communities. For more information about the conference
program visit the Co-operative Management Conference
page on the AGM website.
The conference will begin with the Opening Plenary Lunch†
on Wednesday June 7 at 11 a.m. In the afternoon you will be
invited to participate in the Town Hall session “Legal issues
for managers.”
We are continuing our partnership with the Institute of
Housing Management (IHM) and this year we will present
the Building Administration for Property Managers course.
We are also offering elective courses from IHM.
Information about the Co-operative Management
Conference can be found in the conference brochure
available on the AGM website. Most of the CMC events
will be held at the Marriott Fallsview Hotel.
* CMC is the Co-operative Management Conference,
which is open only to staff and managers of housing co-ops.
Members are not able to participate in the CMC events or
workshops. Members of housing co-ops participate in the
MEF, which is the Member Education Forum.
Opening Plenary Lunch is sponsored by Phillips, Hager & North
†
CHF CANADA’S AGM
Join us this year for two days of engaging and interactive
learning. Come meet and connect with co-operators from
across Canada and leave inspired! With so many workshop
streams to choose from we’ve definitely got you covered!
Watch for the Healthy Businesses and
Healthy Communities icons, to ensure you’re on your way to sustaining the
long-term viability of your co-op’s
business and community. Our Movement. Our Future. Voicing our Vision
Dive deeper into the discussion and learn more about
the future of the co-op housing movement in Canada,
in this series of specially designed
workshops. The last workshop
time slot on Thursday afternoon
is dedicated to our sector’s future.
Look for the Vision “V” code next
to the workshop descriptions and
choose from more than a dozen hot topics! You’ll join other
co-operators at a 90-minute session addressing all aspects
of future needs and dreams for co-op housing.
New to your board?
Are you new to your co-op board? Or just need a basic
refresher? Watch for introductory workshops on governance,
meetings and finance and leave with practical tools to take
back to your co-op.
• Brilliant board meetings (A2)
• Five star members’ meetings (A3)
• Budgeting for beginners (A6)
• What makes a good director? (B2)
• Introduction to refinancing (B5)
• What makes a good board? (C2)
• Co-op finances for Monopoly players (C6)
THINK YOUNG AT THE ANNUAL MEETING
CHF Canada is committed to supporting young member
engagement and offers 50% off the registration fee for all
AGM participants under 30 years of age.
Last year we had a record number of young members attend
the annual meeting and we know we can do even better this
year! Help us support a new generation of co-op housing
leaders and send a young person from your co-op to the AGM.
Getting the discount is easy; just follow the directions in our
online registration system.
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MAIN EVENTS
CONTINUED
DIVERSITY AT THE AGM
JUNE 9–10
We are excited to be offering two new workshops this year:
DIVERSITY DISPLAY
Thursday, June 8, 9–11:30 a.m.
Diversity and inclusion in your co-op:
Beyond the multicultural potluck (Workshop A9)
Be sure to visit the Diversity table in the display area. Meet a
member of CHF Canada’s Diversity Committee and find out
more about the Committee’s activities and CHF Canada’s
commitment to diversity, including regional diversity grants
and other ongoing projects.
Would you like to address issues of diversity and inclusion,
and increase awareness in your co-ops? You may have a
lot of experience and want to share your successes, or little
experience and want to know more! In a supportive and
welcoming environment that models principles of diversity
and inclusion, we’ll talk about:
Friday, June 9, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Co-op housing and Aboriginal communities:
Inclusion and reconciliation (Workshop C9)
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Buy a ticket to join fellow co-operators for a light
lunch and engaging conversation. This is an
organized opportunity to “cement” your insights
and takeaways from the educational workshops
you attended over the past two days. Hear what others
learned and liked. Share your tips and traps about taking
AGM information back to your co-op—you know best what
works and what doesn’t!
This event is always sold out, and space is limited—tickets
will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Buy your
tickets online when you register.
Sponsored by Encasa CO-OP STAFF/MANAGERS’ LUNCH 12:15 P.M.
An optional co-op staff/managers’ lunch is on the
agenda for Friday, June 9. All participants will be
invited to join tables and chat. This is an informal
but exciting opportunity for co-op managers to
share useful ideas and knowledge with others, so plan to be
there. The lunch will at the Tony Roma’s restaurant, just cross
the street from the Marriott Fallsview. You can buy tickets for
the lunch online when you register.
$30
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada tabled
its findings in a report in 2015. Their report documented the
terrible history and impact of Canada’s policy of cultural
genocide against Aboriginal people. The residential school
system for Aboriginal children was a central element of this
policy. This interactive session will explore what we can do as
a movement to respond in a positive way to Canada’s Truth
and Reconciliation Commission’s report. We’ll touch on the
impacts of colonialism and residential schools and how they
influence housing options for Aboriginal people. We’ll also
look at identifying concrete actions we can take to support
reconciliation between non-Aboriginal and Aboriginal
peoples through the development of respectful and healthy
relationships in housing co-ops.
NETWORKING LUNCH: OUR MOVEMENT. OUR FUTURE
12:15 P.M. (OPTIONAL)
$30
• understanding the many facets of diversity and
inclusion and how it applies to you and your co-op
• how to make the case for diversity and inclusion
with your members
• troubleshooting resistance and barriers to full
involvement by all co-op members, and
• helpful ways to incorporate diversity and inclusion
into your co-op.
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MAIN EVENTS
CONTINUED
JUNE 9
JUNE 10
ANNUAL MEETING OF ONTARIO MEMBERS 2 P.M.
YOUR NATIONAL ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING 9 A.M.
Join other Ontario members to debate policies that will
guide the Ontario Region in the year ahead, and to elect
your Ontario Council at-large candidates.
REGIONAL MEETINGS 2 P.M.
Your national business meeting reinforces an important
co-operative principle—democratic control by co-op members.
Your views as a member count. You’ll have your say—
debate policies, consider reports and budgets, and elect
your CHF Canada at-large directors.
This is an opportunity for you to meet with fellow members
from your region.
Your lunch on Saturday will be
provided by The Co-operators SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETATION People will use English and French during the Annual Meeting of Ontario
Members and the national business meeting. We’ve hired interpreters to make sure you understand the discussion
at all times and all printed material will be available in both languages.
to gear up housing
co-op delegates in
continuing to develop
the vision of our future.
Join us for:
CHF CANADA TABLE
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7–
SATURDAY, JUNE 10
What do you want for the future of
Canada’s co-op housing movement?
How can we spread the word about
the co-op housing option? And grow
as a movement so that more Canadians
than ever can live in a co-op home?
At CHF Canada’s 2016 annual
meeting, co-op housing federations
from across Canada put forward
a resolution to spark a national
dialogue with co-op members about
the future of the co-op housing
movement in Canada. Last fall, over
300 members from all across Canada
took part in an online conversation
by sharing 1,030 thoughts!
But there’s more to come! The 2017
AGM is a great opportunity to dive
deeper into the discussion about
these ideas and learn more about
the future. Special events will be
happening throughout the AGM
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Drop by the CHF Canada display
table and bring back great resources
and materials to your co-op. Talk with
CHF Canada staff about what you
see for the future of Canada’s co-op
housing movement and enter your
name into a special draw!
WORKSHOPS
THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 3:30–5 P.M.
At both the Member Education
Forum and the Co-operative
Management Conference, the
last workshop time slot on Thursday
afternoon is dedicated to our sector’s
future. Look for the Vision “V” code
and icon next to the workshop
descriptions and choose from more
than a dozen hot topics! You’ll join
other co-operators at a 90-minute
session addressing all aspects
of future needs and dreams for
co-op housing.
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NETWORKING LUNCH
FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 12:15–1:15 P.M.
The topic for the always popular
Networking Lunch is the future of
Canada’s co-op housing movement.
You’ll have a chance to learn what
ideas received the most buzz
during the Vision consultation, and
share what you think is in store for
Canada’s housing co-ops. Be sure
to buy a ticket early to this event
as it always sells out!
BUSINESS MEETING
SATURDAY, JUNE 10, 9 A.M.–3:30 P.M.
You’ll hear and discuss the results
of the 2016 AGM resolution
A vision for the future of the
co-op housing movement in Canada,
followed by a dynamic performance
by Domanique Grant. Domanique
is a powerhouse performer whose
music has been shaped by her
experiences growing up in co-op
housing. She has just released her
debut album and will be sharing one
of her new songs with us—you won’t
want to miss seeing this rising star!
Get ready for great presentations,
engaging discussions and a
telling Q&A, and help shape
our movement’s future!
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ACTIVITIES
LOCAL SIGHTSEEING AND CO-OP
DOUBLE-DECKER BUS TOUR
WELCOME RECEPTION
JUNE 7, 7–8 P.M.
JUNE 8, 7–9:30 P.M.
Sponsored by Alterna Savings There’s sightseeing too—you’ll see the Niagara Power
Station, The Floral Clock, Queenston Heights Park, the
Monument to Sir Isaac Brock, the Niagara Gorge, Laura
Secord Homestead, Fort George and the Shaw Festival
Theatre as you make your way into the Old Town of Niagaraon-the-Lake. Then it’s a walk around the historic centre of the
Old Town to explore shops and experience part of the local
past. This tour will sell out quickly and seats are limited so
purchase your tickets early through our online registration!
WASTING AWAY AGAIN
IN MARGARITAVILLE!
JUNE 7, 8 P.M.–MIDNIGHT
$25
As you gear up for week of exciting workshops
and networking with members, come and join us
for a little time to unwind, escape and have fun.
Margaritaville Niagara Falls is a large, two-storey
restaurant that is sure to please. Located on Fallsview
Avenue across from the Niagara Fallsview Casino and
Resort, it is a short walking distance from hotels and
close to all the action.
Our sightseeing tour will take riders on a trip
around Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake,
where you’ll see some local area co-ops and have
a quick visit to one of them.
AGM DINNER
JUNE 9, 7 P.M.–12:30 A.M. (RECEPTION AT 6 P.M.)
This dinner is always a highlight of the
annual meeting, and includes some great
local entertainment and dance but also
a chance to talk with friends old and new.
If you are wondering what to wear, people do tend
to dress up for this evening.
$55
You can dance to your heart’s content to the sounds
of a local live band, or head upstairs to the second floor
away from the action to socialize. Finger foods will be
provided. Check out the surf shop and get a keepsake
to take home with you. And no searching for your lost
shaker of salt here, with all kinds of tempting Margaritas
to try! You can buy a ticket for this can’t-miss social event
online when you register.
$25
Whether you’re an AGM first-timer or a seasoned pro, the
Welcome Reception is a great place to get you into the swing
of things. This is an informal reception and cash bar where
you can reconnect with old friends and meet other fellow
co-operators. Everyone is welcome! No ticket required.
Note: Your ticket to the AGM Dinner is included if you
purchased a full registration package. You can buy tickets
to these events in the online registration system when you
register for the AGM.
Queenston Heights Park; Niagara-on-the-Lake Court House; Niagara Gorge trail.
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THE LOCAL SCENE
NIAGARA FALLS OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
From Botanical Gardens, Butterfly Conservatory, Bird
Kingdom, Clifton Hill’s Sky Wheel, Ripley’s Believe It or Not,
to MovieLand Wax Museum, dining in the rain forest at the
Rainforest Café, to the newly-opened Niagara Speedway,
Hornblower Niagara Cruises, Zip Line to the Falls, Journey
Behind the Falls, and Niagara Helicopter Tours—just some
of the vast array of things to do while visiting.
CLIFTON HILL
Clifton Hill is the “Street of Fun” and the most famous street
in Niagara Falls, with tons of fun to experience, like the
Haunted House, the House of Frankenstein, the Sky Wheel,
dining at the Hard Rock or Rainforest Café, bowling and
arcades—the list goes on and on. It’s recommended that
visitors buy a Clifton Hill Fun Pass, which allows you to visit
five attractions on Clifton Hill for one low price. The spring
of 2017 kicks off the newly-opened Niagara Speedway, which
is North America’s largest elevated go-cart track facility.
Also set to open is Zombie Attack!, a rich multi-sensory
adventure with 6D graphics. There are also many other
dining experiences along Victoria Street at the top of Clifton
Hill with many souvenir shops along the way. To purchase
your fun pass you can visit www.attractionscanada.com/
ontario/niagara-falls/clifton-hill-fun-pass/default.asp.
wandering grazer more interested in food and views, our
portfolio of wineries is a great place to start when planning
your next trip: https://www.niagarawinetourguides.com.
Most hotels will have brochures on the many exciting excursions
you would like to experience during your stay in Niagara
Falls. Ask your concierge or desk clerk for more information.
June weather is unpredictable. Be prepared for humid days,
cooler nights, and possibly a sprinkling of rain during your stay!
And there’s more—visit the IMAX theatre, take in a movie or a
comedy show, or try your luck at one of two casinos. And there’s
always dinner and a magic show at Greg Frewin Theatre.
NIAGARA FALLS WONDER PASS
Whether you’re here for just one day or several, buy the
Niagara Falls Wonder Pass and save over 55% on three top
attractions, transportation and more! To purchase a wonder
pass you can visit www.niagaraparks.com.
SHOPPING
If shopping is your pastime, take a trip to Canada One’s
Factory Outlet Mall on Lundy’s Lane. There are more than
40 name-brand stores to enjoy. You might also like to visit
Outlet Collection At Niagara, an open-air outlet shopping
mall featuring over 100 stores located in Niagara-on-the-Lake
at Queen Elizabeth Way and Glendale Avenue.
WINERY TOURS
One look at the lush, expansive hills and valleys of Niagara
and you’ll know: this is wine country. In fact, the Niagara
Peninsula is one of the most acclaimed grape-growing
and winemaking regions in Ontario. Gently blanketing
much of the Niagara countryside, the countless vineyards
and wineries offer a wide array of one-of-a-kind, intimate
experiences. Whether you’re a serious connoisseur, or a
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Journey Behind the Falls; Sky Wheel; winery; casinos at night.
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TRAVEL
AIR TRAVEL
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Canadian Travel Co-op/Carlson Wagonlit, our official
travel agency, is dependable and easy to use. Call them at
1.800.263.5241 to make your air travel arrangements, or
fax them at 905.336.8753.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION FROM PEARSON AIRPORT
Air Canada is the official airline for our 2017 Annual
Meeting and will apply a discount to your fare. We
recommend Canadian Travel Co-op/Carlson Wagonlit’s
services in booking your flight, but if you contact Air Canada
directly, please tell them your ticket is for promotion code
QZMVMEY1.
WestJet and Porter also fly to Toronto from various cities
in Canada—please check online or with your travel agent
for the schedule.
A number of companies offer bus and shuttle service to and
from Toronto Pearson. Information counters are located on
the Ground Level of Terminal 1 and on the Arrivals Level of
Terminal 3.
AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICES FROM TORONTO AIRPORT
Niagara Airbus You must book online, and you can find
the link under Travel in the AGM Information Centre on
CHF Canada’s website (conference discount rate)
Airways Transit www.airwaystransit.com
TAXIS
Niagara Falls Taxi 905.357.4000 (accessible taxis)
SHUTTLE BUS
Since few airlines fly directly to Niagara Falls, most
participants will have to fly to Toronto and take a shuttle
bus to the hotel locations. Niagara Airbus, which provides
shuttle service, has provided a link for our conference so
you can make your shuttle reservations online by going
to www.chfcanada.coop, clicking on the AGM icon
on the home page, and clicking the link to Travel.
TRAVEL POOL
Co-ops from across the country share in the cost of bringing
us all together for the annual meeting through the travel
pool. This helps evenly distribute the cost of getting to the
AGM from different parts of Canada. A small part of each
delegate registration fee goes into the travel pool.
Co-ops that pay more than $800 for their delegate’s airfare
to the meeting get money back from the pool. Smaller co-ops
(26 to 50 units) are refunded the difference between $800
and the cost of an economy ticket or actual cost (whichever
is less). Co-ops with more than 50 units that pay more than
$800 will get back half of the difference between $800 and
the cost of an economy ticket. No one will get less than $50.
Delegates from co-ops with 25 units or less will not pay more
than $250. You can get a travel rebate form at the AGM.
The application deadline is August 1, 2017.
Book early—you’ll want the cheapest fare possible (we use
that to calculate your delegate’s travel rebate). Make sure
your flight arrives in time for you to register and attend
the welcome reception at 7 p.m. on Wednesday evening
(June 7), and the Member Education Forum workshops that
begin at 9 a.m. on Thursday (June 8). If you’re attending
the Co-operative Management Conference, don’t forget
the kickoff lunch starts at 11 a.m. on Wednesday.
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Booking accessible taxis 24 hours in advance is advised
but not always necessary for local trips.
Central Taxi Niagara Falls 905.358.3232
WEGO TRANSPORTATION
Ride to fun! This state-of-the-art bus system connects
accommodations and Niagara Falls tourist areas. WEGO
delivers seamless connections between tourist attractions
within the city and Niagara Parks, helping you to experience
all that this city has to offer. WEGO is fully accessible! A
WEGO day pass is $7.50 for an adult, a 48-hour pass is $12.
Ask your accommodation provider if they are participating
in the Host Card program or if they sell the Niagara Falls
Adventure Pass/Niagara Falls Wonder Pass, which provides
two days of WEGO rides plus admission to four top Niagara
attractions. The pass can be purchased in advance through
Niagara Parks or at participating hotel and tourism partners.
VIA RAIL
Niagara Falls has a train station for those who may choose
to come via train. The station is located at 4267 Bridge Street,
four kilometres from the falls and two blocks from downtown.
NIAGARA FALLS BUS TERMINAL
4555 Erie Avenue (Bridge Street at Erie Avenue)
Niagara Falls
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ACCOMMODATIONS
HEADQUARTERS HOTEL
MARRIOTT ON THE FALLS
We have a block of rooms reserved at the
Marriott on the Falls Hotel. This will be the
headquarters hotel and is just steps away
from the Scotiabank Convention Centre.
Cityview Room:
$184 plus 5.9% TIF and 13% HST =
$220.19 per night
Fallsview Room:
$215 plus 5.9% TIF and 13% HST =
$257.28 per night
OTHER HOTEL WITH A ROOM BLOCK:
MARRIOTT FALLSVIEW
We also have a block of rooms reserved at the Marriott
Fallsview Hotel, which is the location for the Co-operative
Management Conference and located two blocks from the
Scotiabank Convention Centre.
Fallsview Room:
$215 plus 5.9% TIF and 13% HST = $257.28 per night
You can make a reservation at either of these hotels by clicking the links on the Accommodations page of the
AGM Information Centre on CHF Canada’s website.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
CONTINUED
OTHER ACCOMMODATION
For your convenience the following hotels are in close to the Scotiabank Convention Centre. We do not have any rooms blocked
at any of these hotels. This list is for contact information only. Please ensure they can accommodate the level of accessibility that
you require. Hotels require a credit card or cash deposit at check-in. This is standard hotel procedure. Please check with the hotel
when you book your room if you have questions regarding the deposit amount. Cut your hotel costs in half by sharing a room!
Radisson Hotel & Suites
6733 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W7
Phone: 905.356.1944
Toll-free: 800.333.3333
www.radisson.com
Accessible rooms: Yes (contact)
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 2 minutes / Taxi: 1 minute
Double Tree
6039 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3V6
Phone: 905.358.3817
Toll-free: 800.730.8609
www.doubletree3.hilton.com
Accessible rooms: 3
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 15 minutes / Taxi: 3 minutes
Best Western Fallsview
6289 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3V7
Phone: 905.356.0551
Toll-free: 800.780.7234
www.bestwestern.com
Accessible rooms: 0
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 11 minutes / Taxi : 2 minutes
Hilton Fallsview
6361 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3V9
Phone: 905.354.7887
Toll-free: 888.370.0700
www.hilton.com
Accessible rooms: 38
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 10 minutes / Taxi: 1 minute
Embassy Suites
6700 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W6
Phone: 905.356.3600
Toll-free: 888.488.6388
www.embassysuiteshotelfallsview.com
Accessible rooms: 10
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 5 minutes / Taxi: 1 minute
Comfort Inn
6445 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7G1
Phone: 905.358.9353
Toll-free: 800.463.1938
www.comfortinnfallsview.com
Accessible rooms: 84
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 5 minutes / Taxi : 1 minute
The All New Oakes Hotel
6546 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W2
Phone: 905.356.4514
Toll-free: 877.843.6253
www.oakeshotel.com
Accessible rooms: 2
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 8 minutes / Taxi: 2 minutes
If you are interested in bed and breakfast accommodation, please
visit www.bbniagarafalls.com.
The Tower Hotel
6732 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W6
Phone: 905.356.1501
Toll-free: 866.238.4218
www.niagaratower.com
Accessible rooms: 0
Distance to Convention Centre
Walking: 5 minutes / Taxi: 1 minute
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ACCESSIBILITY
AUDITORY AND VISUAL NEEDS
There are no braille or audible signals in the elevators at
the Marriott Hotels. The Scotiabank Convention Centre
elevators have braille to aid the visually impaired and
audible signals as well.
ACCESSIBILITY:
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
TAXI
Niagara Falls Taxi 905.357.4000 (accessible taxis)
Booking accessible taxis 24 hours in advance is advised
but not always necessary for local trips.
ACCESSIBILITY: AIR TRAVEL
Air Canada offers special rates for additional seating for
guests with a physical disability who require a personal
attendant for assistance while travelling. For further
information, contact the airline directly or Canadian
Travel Co-op/Carlson Wagonlit Travel at 1.800.263.5241.
When making your travel arrangements, always tell the
airline-either directly or through your travel agent if you
have difficulty walking, require a wheelchair, or have special
dietary requirements. Special arrangements can be made
to help you at the airport and/or during the flight.
WEGO TRANSPORTATION
Ride to fun! This state-of-the-art bus system connects
accommodations and Niagara Falls tourist areas. WEGO
delivers seamless connections between tourist attractions
within the city and Niagara Parks, helping you to experience
all that this city has to offer. WEGO is fully accessible! A
WEGO day pass is $7.50 for an adult, a 48-hour pass is $12.
Ask your accommodation provider if they are participating
in the Host Card program or if they sell the Niagara Falls
Adventure Pass/Niagara Falls Wonder Pass, which provides
two days of WEGO rides plus admission to four top Niagara
attractions. The pass can be purchased in advance through
Niagara Parks or at participating hotel and tourism partners.
Fort George; Niagara-on-the-Lake clock tower; floral clock.
HELP FOR SMALL CO–OPS
If your co-op has 25 units or less, there are ways we can help make your AGM more affordable.
Registration – We know that small co-ops have to spread the registration fee over fewer units. To help out,
we’re giving a large discount on the regular delegate registration fee for small co-ops.
Travel – The cost for your delegate to travel to the AGM will be no more than $250. The difference between
$250 and the cost of a seat-sale ticket will be refunded from the travel pool after the AGM.
Accommodation – Thanks to the Small Co-op Fund, your co-op will receive $200 when you register to help
with your hotel costs.
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ONLINE REGISTRATION
PARTICIPANTS ARE ONLY ABLE TO REGISTER ONLINE.
It’s fast and easy and you can find it on our website at www.chfcanada.coop. Click on the 2017 AGM icon and you’ll get
to the AGM Information Centre, where you’ll see a link to online registration.
ANNUAL MEETING
REGISTRATION FEES
Full registration fees include:
CHF Canada’s members can save 50% off the price of
registration for all AGM participants who are under 30.
To find out more, see page 4.
• All meeting materials
• Member Education Forum workshops
• Co-operative Management Conference
(co-op staff/managers only)
• National business meeting and lunch
• Annual Meeting of Ontario Members or
regional meetings
• AGM Dinner
BY MAY 8
AFTER MAY 8
Delegate
(from all member organizations)
$985
$1,085
We want to encourage all co-ops to send a delegate to
the annual meeting and have lowered the regular rate to
provide a reduced delegate fee to help. There are also special
discounts for small co-ops—see page 12.
26–50 units
$840
$965
1–25 units
$325
$360
Delegate (including CMC)*
$1,130
$1,260
MEALS
Alternate/observer/associate
$1,380
$1,450
Except for the Friday networking lunch (first-come, firstserved) and lunch on Saturday, there are no other organized
lunches during the AGM. There are many restaurants in
the area, and you will find a restaurant guide in your onsite
registration kit.
Co-op staff—first registrant
$1,130
$1,260
Co-op staff—
additional registrants
$565
$635
Non-member
$1,575
$1,745
CANCELLATION
BUSINESS MEETING ONLY
If you need to cancel, you must do so by May 23, 2017.
There’s a cancellation fee of $125 and refunds will not be
processed until after the AGM. There will be no refund for
cancellations after May 23.
Delegate
(from all member organizations)
$755
$895
Alternate/observer/staff
$1,295
$1,380
Non-member
$1,175
$1,315
There’s no charge to change the name of your delegate or
other participants. If you need to change a name, you must
formally request this in writing and the letter must be signed
by someone with signing authority in your co-op.
QUESTIONS?
FULL PACKAGE
INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOPS (ONLY AVAILABLE AFTER MAY 15)
1.5 and 2 hours
$130 member
$285 non-member
2.5 and 3 hours
$185 member
$285 non-member
AGM REGISTRAR
*Co-operative Management Conference
Marie Marin, 1.855.867.6601 or
[email protected].
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ONLINE REGISTRATION
CONTINUED
WE’RE DOING OUR BEST TO INCREASE ACCESS TO INFORMATION WHILE REDUCING PAPER WASTE.
Please use the website as your key source of AGM information.
All AGM information can be found on the AGM Information Centre at www.chfcanada.coop. Watch for regular updates on
the elections for the Board of Directors, Ontario Council, and the Finance and Audit Committee, as well as the 2016 (Hamilton)
AGM minutes, CHF Canada’s audited financial statements and more.
WORKSHOPS
INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOPS
You register for your workshops online at the same time
as you register for the AGM. There is a limit on how many
people can register for each workshop, so start planning
now. Don’t delay to ensure that your workshop choices are
available. We encourage you to talk to other co-op members
and your board before registering for workshops; that way
you can bring back information and tools that your co-op
can use right away.
(available after May 15)
If you’re not registering for the full AGM, you can still
register online for individual workshops in the Member
Education Forum. You can register for individual workshops
starting May 15, 2017. Please note that this does not give
you access to any other AGM events, including the Welcome
Reception, Annual Meeting of Ontario Members, the AGM
Dinner, or the National Business Meeting.
DONATIONS TO THE HOMELESS
Each year, we ask for donations to help the homeless in
our host city. There’s an option to make a donation when
you register.
Niagara Falls at night lit by coloured lights; Rainbow Bridge.
WHAT’S NEXT
In May, we will be emailing more information to everyone who has registered for the meeting. It will include workshop
confirmations, and more information about the AGM.
UPCOMING MATERIALS
ONLINE
DISTRIBUTED
2016 AGM minutes
Now
On request
Resolutions package—includes the resolutions sent to CHF Canada, including
those for the Ontario Region. Make sure your delegate and any other members
registered for the AGM get a copy of this information as soon as you receive it.
April 28
To all co-ops, by mail,
April 28
Audited financial statements and financial reports
April 28
On request
Participant Newsletter—with updates and information for registered participants
May 22
By email
Meeting Information Book
­­—
Onsite in registration kits
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MEMBER EDUCATION FORUM JUNE 8–9
HEALTHY BUSINESSES HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
THURSDAY, JUNE 8
GOV E R N AN C E
ENGAGING
MEMBERS
BOARD
MANAGEMENT
CO-OP
BUSINESS
MEETINGS
ASSETS
FINANCIAL
LAWS AND
REGULATORS
9– 11:30 A.M.
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
Listening to your
members: The
satisfaction survey
Brilliant board
meetings
Five star members’
meetings
Risk management:
Best practices
What is the
board’s role in
capital repairs?
Budgeting for
beginners
What’s next for
affordable and
co-op housing
in Ontario?
1– 3 P.M.
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
Recruiting new
board members
What makes a
good director?
Energize your
monthly board
meetings
Marketing
and vacancies
Introduction
to refinancing
Ten things to
look for in your
co-op’s financial
statements
Laws that affect
your co-op
OUR MOVEMENT. OUR FUTURE. VOICING OUR VISION
3:30– 5 P.M.
V1
V2
V3
V4
V5
V6
V7
The next generation
of co-operative
leaders
Start with a
vision…
Getting your
co-op excited
Co-op 2.0:
Modernizing
your systems
Energy, the
environment and
greener co-ops!
Investment
decisions for
the future
Advocacy in
a changing
landscape
FRIDAY, JUNE 9
GOV E R N AN C E
ENGAGING
MEMBERS
BOARD
M A N AG E M E N T
MEETINGS
CO-OP
BUSINESS
ASSETS
FINANCIAL
LAWS AND
REGULATORS
9 A.M.–12 P.M.
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
Building
real member
involvement
What makes a
good board?
Great elections
The board’s role
as an employer
Asset
management
and planning
Co-op finances for
Monopoly players
Working with
your regulator
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MEMBER EDUCATION FORUM JUNE 8–9
HEALTHY BUSINESSES CONTINUED
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
THURSDAY, JUNE 8
P L A N NING AND
DEVELOPMENT
H E A LT H Y CO M M U N I T I E S
9–11:30 A.M.
A8
A9
A10
A1 1
A1 2
Co-ops working
together
Diversity and
inclusion in your
co-op: Beyond the
multicultural potluck
Human rights and
the co-op’s duty
to accommodate
Communication:
It’s a two-way street!
Building a member
orientation toolkit
1– 3 P.M.
B8
B9
B1 0
B11
B12
A planning session
for your co-op
Welcoming
new Canadians
Aging in place:
Capacity and
substitute
decision-making
Getting involved:
Engaging your
member in
green practices
Urban regeneration:
Lessons for housing
co-ops from Toronto
and South Africa
OUR MOVEMENT. OUR FUTURE. VOICING OUR VISION
3:30–5 P.M.
V8
V9
V10
V11
V12
V13
Time to get off
your assets!
Imagine 20 years
from now…
better be ready!
Aging in place: Is your
co-op prepared?
Social media and your
co-op: What’s ahead?
Co-op principles
in a new era
Top-notch
customer service
FRIDAY, JUNE 9
P L A N NING AND
DEVELOPMENT
H E A LT H Y CO M M U N I T I E S
9 A.M.–12 P.M.
C8
C9
C1 0
C1 1
C1 2
Co-op development:
What’s new?
Co-op housing
and Aboriginal
communities: Inclusion
and reconciliation
Mental health
and your co-op
community
Smoking and
your co-op
Building better
communities
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2017 AGM SPONSORS
PARTNERS
ADVOCATES
SUPPORTERS
SUPPLIER
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NOTES
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CONTACT US
NATIONAL OFFICE
MANITOBA OFFICE
311–225 Metcalfe Street
Ottawa, ON K2P 1P9
Tel: 613.230.2201
Fax: 613.230.2231
Toll-free: 1.800.465.2752
Box 124
30–360 Main Street, Unit 13B
Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z8
Tel: 204.947.5411
Toll-Free: 1.888.591.3301
ONTARIO REGION
AGM REGISTRAR
313–720 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON M5S 2T9
Tel: 416.366.1711
Fax: 416.366.3876
Toll-free: 1.800.268.2537
Marie Marin
1.855.867.6601
[email protected]
VANCOUVER OFFICE
220–1651 Commercial Drive
Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y3
Tel: 604.879.4116
Fax: 604.879.4186
Toll-free: 1.877.533.2667
NOVA SCOTIA OFFICE
Suite 300, Tower 1
202 Brownlow Avenue
Dartmouth, NS B3B 1T5
Tel: 902.423.7119
Fax: 902.423.7058
Toll-free: 1.866.213.2667
www.chfcanada.coop chfcanada