A powerful, vibrant and growing association of
Independent Event Planner Entrepreneurs.

Upcoming Events

Below you will find a list of CanSPEP Events - Face-to-Face, Webinars, and our Virtual Connection Opportunities.  You will also find a list of external industry-wide events, that you may be interested in attending and where CanSPEP may be participating.

Have a look, and join us!

Upcoming CanSPEP events

    • May 08, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

    • May 22, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual
    Register

    Tips for Better Event Contracts in 2024

    Join Heather Reid, CEO, Planner Protect Inc., for a virtual session on event contracts in 2024.  Event contracts are constantly evolving, making it challenging to stay informed. Heather will highlight crucial tips within each of the following: what’s changed, what’s new, and what’s missing. Don't miss out on these valuable insights!

     Heather Reid

     With over $9 million tracked in actual savings and avoided risks,   Planner Protect Inc. is a first-of-its kind, events consulting agency.   Heather Reid, CEO & Founder of Planner Protect Inc., draws on her 30+ years’ experience as an entrepreneurial event planner to support event hosts and event industry professionals in negotiating balanced contracts. Planner Protect Inc’s education opportunities, consulting services and presentations help event host protect their finances, their reputations and quite literally – their events.  Heather has been blessed to receive international recognition for her thought leadership and innovation in the industry, including:

    • Canadian Meetings & Events Expo Hall of Fame – Industry Innovator (2017)
    • Smart Women in Meetings - Innovator Category (2017)
    • Connect Meeting’s 15 over 50 Award (2021)
    • Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners’ Heidi Wilker Award of Excellence in Mentorship (2021)
    • Smart Women in Meetings – Entrepreneur Category (2024)

    Early Bird Registration Ends:  Friday, May 3rd.


    Thank You to Our Education Series partner

    • June 12, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

    • June 24, 2024
    • 15:00 - 17:00 (PDT)
    • Victoria, BC

    Venue Series

    June 24, 2024

    Victoria, BC

    Arrive in Victoria a day early and take advantage of a special pre-conference event with our partner, Venue Series.

    Participate in the Venue Series event from 3pm to 5pm on June 24th where you’ll discover incredible venues and destinations for your next event!

    Members can take advantage of a special Air Canada promo code for flights to Victoria.

    Upon arrival, you’ll also have access to a pop-up hospitality lounge at the Parkside Hotel & Spa, where you can grab some food, check emails, and relax.

    Plus, for those who participate in Venue Series, you’ll be invited to Night Cap, an early evening reception featuring panoramic views, outdoor patios and fireplaces, exquisite cocktails, and delicious culinary delights. You’ll have the opportunity to mingle with industry peers and corporate client prospects!

    Finally, you’ll also be entered into a phenomenal prize draw, with prizes including overnight stays at hotels and resorts, flight vouchers, dining and spa experiences and more.

    This experience is 100% complimentary for CanSPEP members.

    Online registration for The Pre-Conference is required. There are very limited spots available, on a first registered basis. Register online at www.venueseries.com/canspep.

    • June 25, 2024
    • 01:00
    • June 28, 2024
    • 09:00
    • Victoria, BC
    Register


    Early Registration Deadline:  May 3, 2024

    Find Your Inspiration in Victoria!!


    Join your fellow event entrepreneurs in one of Canada’s most picturesque destinations, Victoria, BC.


    Tuesday, June 25


    Delegate Arrival

    1:00 p.m.

    Lunch

    2:00

    Program

    5:30

    Free Time and Networking

    6:00

    Welcome Reception and Dinner


    Wednesday, June 26

     

    8:00 a.m.

    Breakfast

    9:00  – 9:15 

    Opening Remarks

    9:1510:15 

    Program

    12:00 p.m.

    Lunch

    1:30

    Program and Showcase

    5:00

    Free time

    5:45

    Offsite Dinner and Entertainment



    Thursday, June 27

    8:00 a.m.

    Breakfast

    9:00 

    Opening Remarks

    9:15

    Program

    12:00 p.m.

    Lunch

    1:30

    Program

    5:45

    Extravaganza and Awards



    Friday, June 28

    8:00 am

    Optional - Grab & Go Breakfast and Departures


    Free time in Victoria - Explore and Enjoy



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    PARTNERSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE

    2024 CONFERENCE PARTNERSHIP PROSPECTUS


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    BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS NOW

    Inn at Laurel Point

    $254 CAD per night

    The room block at Inn at Laurel Point is fully booked.  The Inn at Laurel Point still has rooms left for the conference dates but the CanSPEP room block is sold out.  If you wish to stay at the host hotel, you will be quoted the best rate available

    Secondary Block

    CanSPEP has been able to negotiate an additional room block at The Coast Victoria
    Hotel and Marina. 
    https://www.coasthotels.com/coast-victoria-hotel-and-marina-by-apa

    The negotiated room rate is $254 + taxes.  You can also upgrade to an Ocean
    View Room for an additional $60.  Important note:  the block will only be available
    until May 23, so please book as soon as possible.

    To make your booking, please click on the following link:

    https://book.passkey.com/e/50829931

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    AND DON'T FORGET YOUR FLIGHT

    AIR CANADA

    Promotion Code:  PTRQ8K31 

    Applicable Rules

    Members of CanSPEP can enjoy flights to the CanSPEP Annual Conference on Air Canada using the above promo code.

    This code is valid for travel to Victoria (YYJ) between June 17, 2024 and July 5, 2024.

    PORTER AIRLINES

    Promotion Code:  CSEP24

    Applicable Rules

    Members of CanSPEP can enjoy flights to the CanSPEP Annual Conference on Porter using the above promo code.

    This code is valid for travel to Victoria (YYJ) between June 24, 2024 and June 28, 2024.

    This code is valid for travel from Victoria (YYJ) between June 26, 2024 and June 30, 2024.


    • July 10, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

    • August 12, 2024


    • August 13, 2024
    • August 14, 2024
    • August 14, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

    • September 11, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

    • October 08, 2024
    • October 10, 2024
    • Las Vegas
    • October 09, 2024
    • 13:00
    • October 10, 2024
    • 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

    • November 13, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

    • November 17, 2024
    • November 19, 2024
    • Saskatoon


    • December 11, 2024
    • 13:00 - 14:00
    • Virtual (on Zoom)
    Register


    We invite you to stay connected with fellow CanSPEP members through a monthly zoom call, hosted by retired CanSPEP member Heidi Wilker.

    Here’s your chance to share insights, celebrate successes, talk about what’s keeping you up at night, with our amazing planner community.

    CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

    Register today and mark your calendars.

    This is a CanSPEP Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

Past events

April 11, 2024 GLOBAL MEETINGS INDUSTRY DAY
April 10, 2024 CanSPEP Connections - April 2024
March 13, 2024 CanSPEP Connections - March 2024
February 14, 2024 CanSPEP Connections - February 2024
February 07, 2024 CanSPEP Social
February 07, 2024 CSAE Tête-à-Tête 2024
February 05, 2024 OTTAWA MEET WEEK
January 28, 2024 GO WEST
January 24, 2024 CanSPEP Day - 2024
January 17, 2024 CanSPEP Connections - January 17, 2024
December 13, 2023 CanSPEP Connections
December 05, 2023 CanSPEP Gives Back: Inspiring Kindness
November 24, 2023 2023 CanSPEP Annual General Meeting
November 08, 2023 CanSPEP Connections
November 02, 2023 Preparing Your Business for a Sudden Health Emergency
October 19, 2023 CanSPEP Networking Series - McMichael Gallery
October 11, 2023 CanSPEP Connections
September 28, 2023 Let's Talk About Insurance
September 20, 2023 CanSPEP Connecting in Ottawa
September 13, 2023 CanSPEP Connections
August 01, 2023 2023 CanSPEP National Conference
July 12, 2023 Building Your Digital Strategy
April 12, 2023 Winning RFP Strategies
March 15, 2023 CanSPEP Connections - Collaborating with Others
January 25, 2023 CanSPEP Day - 2023
January 18, 2023 Conquering Your Clutter - For Once and For All
December 13, 2022 CanSPEP Holiday Mix & Mingle (virtual)
November 24, 2022 CanSPEP Annual General Meeting
November 24, 2022 What is Our True Value?
October 19, 2022 CSAE Conference
September 29, 2022 Profitable Productivity: High-Level Time Management and Award-Winning Business Habits
September 26, 2022 CSE Event Fest (Toronto)
August 16, 2022 Canadian Meetings & Events Expo
August 02, 2022 2022 CanSPEP National Conference
June 15, 2022 Sponsorship in the New Post Covid World
May 10, 2022 CanSPEP Connections
April 26, 2022 CanSPEP Member Meet-Up
April 06, 2022 Happy Hour(s) with CanSPEP!
March 22, 2022 CanSPEP Member Meet-Up
March 17, 2022 Tips, Tricks, Traps and Truths - Lessons Learned from the 2021 CanSPEP Hybrid Conference
February 22, 2022 CanSPEP Member Meet-Up
February 16, 2022 Gender Inclusion and Diversity: Tactical Considerations for In-person and Virtual Events
January 26, 2022 CanSPEP Cares: Mental Health, Well-Being & Social Connections
January 25, 2022 CanSPEP Member Meet-Up
December 23, 2021 Experiential Experts Virtual Holiday Celebration
December 15, 2021 CanSPEP Jingle McTwinkle Holiday Challenge
December 14, 2021 CanSPEP MEMBER MEET-UP
December 09, 2021 CSAE Trillium Hollywood Holiday Party (Virtual)
December 07, 2021 Lunch & Learn! ZOOM's new Events Tool
December 06, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
November 23, 2021 PCMA Canada East - ILLUMINATE
November 23, 2021 CanSPEP MEMBER MEET-UP
November 16, 2021 PCMA Canada West - SPARK
November 09, 2021 CSAE Community - 2021 Conference
November 01, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
October 19, 2021 CME Expo 2021 - LIVE!
October 04, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
September 13, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
August 02, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
July 20, 2021 CanSPEP Connections (formerly Count Your Blessings)
July 08, 2021 25th Anniversary Virtual Garden Party - Celebration Wrap-Up
July 05, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
June 29, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
June 22, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
June 15, 2021 The Sun Rises on Hybrid Events - What's in the Forecast?
June 08, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
June 07, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
June 01, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
May 25, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
May 18, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
May 11, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
May 04, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
May 03, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
April 27, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
April 22, 2021 Earth Day for Event People
April 20, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
April 13, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
April 13, 2021 MPI The Event
April 08, 2021 SPILL THE TEA presented by Durham College Event Students
April 08, 2021 GMID 2021 - Global Meetings Industry Day
April 08, 2021 Global Meetings Industry Day 2021
April 06, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
April 05, 2021 Members Marketplace Monday on Facebook
March 30, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
March 30, 2021 Virtually Ottawa - Launch!
March 23, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
March 16, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
March 09, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
March 04, 2021 MPI Toronto - Awards Gala
March 02, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
March 02, 2021 CSAE Trillium Winter Summit
March 02, 2021 CSAE Trillium Winter Summit
March 01, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
February 23, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
February 16, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
February 10, 2021 CSAE Ottawa-Gatineau Tete-a-Tete
February 09, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
February 02, 2021 MEMBERS ONLY - HOW YOU DOIN? CanSPEP Community Call
February 02, 2021 Site Hybrid Conference
February 01, 2021 Member Marketplace Monday on Facebook
January 26, 2021 CanSPEP COUNTING BLESSINGS Community Call
January 20, 2021 What You Need to Know about Insurance for Virtual Events
January 19, 2021 Tech Tuesday / HOW YOU DOIN? Community Call
January 12, 2021 MPI Toronto: Virtual Just Networking
January 11, 2021 PCMA Convening Leaders Conference
January 07, 2021 CanSPEP Holiday Event featuring CanSPEPardy!
December 15, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN?" - Members Only Community Call
December 09, 2020 SITE CANADA - Holiday Social
December 08, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
December 01, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN?" - Members Only Community Call
November 24, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
November 19, 2020 CanSPEP DAY - Focus on the Future
November 18, 2020 PCMA Canada East - Virtual AGM and Awards
November 18, 2020 Pricing Strategies Session (CanSPEP Members Only)
November 17, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN?" - Members Only Community Call
November 10, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
November 03, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN?" - Members Only Community Call
November 03, 2020 MPI World Education Congress - Reunite for Recovery
November 03, 2020 MPAHT Virtual Conference
November 02, 2020 Virtual - CSAE Conference 2020: Unprecedented
October 29, 2020 MPI Ottawa Virtual Prix Prestige Awards Gala
October 28, 2020 (Virtual) CanSPEP Annual General Meeting
October 28, 2020 SITE CANADA - Education Day
October 27, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
October 27, 2020 PCMA Canada East Webinar - Infodemic! Is Misinformation Killing Us?
October 21, 2020 SUSTAINABLE EVENTS FORUM - Virtual Forum & Tradeshow
October 21, 2020 GBTA Western Canada Conference 2020
October 20, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN?" - Members Only Community Call
October 13, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
October 13, 2020 Administrative Professionals Conference (Virtual)
October 12, 2020 PlanetIMEX
October 08, 2020 SITE CANADA MEMBERS ONLY - Cocktails & Conversation Thanksgiving Edition
October 06, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN?" - Members Only Community Call
September 29, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
September 29, 2020 PCMA East - Destination Download
September 25, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
September 22, 2020 Teach:able Watch Party - MEMBERS ONLY
September 22, 2020 Day of Visibility for the Canadian Live Events Industry
September 17, 2020 SITE CANADA - Young Leaders Trivia Game
September 16, 2020 Unite2020 Virtual
September 15, 2020 SITE CANADA - Empower Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIN
September 15, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
September 15, 2020 CANCELLED - IMEX America
September 14, 2020 Rally for Recovery: Canada's Living Room Leadership Chat
September 09, 2020 Postponed - ACTE Global Summit
September 08, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
September 01, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
August 25, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
August 25, 2020 ASTA GLOBAL LIVE
August 18, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
August 18, 2020 CANCELLED - CMEE EXPO
August 17, 2020 Cancelled - SITE CANADA - Golf Tournament
August 13, 2020 Dream It, Plan It, Build it - Lessons Learned in Virtual Events
August 11, 2020 To "Pivot" or not to "Pivot" Virtual Brainstorm Part 2 - Members Only
August 04, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
July 28, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
July 27, 2020 (Virtual) - ILEA Live 2020
July 23, 2020 (Virtual) CSAE TRILLIUM - Summer Summit (Part 2)
July 21, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
July 16, 2020 (Virtual) CSAE TRILLIUM - Summer Summit (Part 1)
July 14, 2020 TO "PIVOT" OR NOT TO "PIVOT" - Virtual Brainstorm
July 10, 2020 CHEERS TO 25 YEARS OF CANSPEP!
July 08, 2020 Cancelled - MPI TORONTO - Golf Tournament
July 07, 2020 Virtual - CSE LIVE 23rd Canadian Event Industry Awards
July 07, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
June 25, 2020 CanSPEP U Content Creators Call
June 23, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
June 16, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
June 12, 2020 CanSPEP U Content Creators Call
June 11, 2020 LEMONADE STAND - Advocating for you, your business and your industry
June 09, 2020 COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS
June 05, 2020 CanSPEP U Content Creators Call
June 05, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
June 03, 2020 LEMONADE STAND - Bookkeeping and Finding the Right Fit for Your Business
June 01, 2020 FINDING YOUR BLESSINGS - Starting Your Week Off with a Look at the Bright Side
May 29, 2020 CanSPEP CONNEXT - Finale Friday
May 28, 2020 CanSPEP CONNEXT - Thinking Thursday
May 27, 2020 CanSPEP CONNEXT - Wealth Wednesday
May 26, 2020 CanSPEP CONNEXT - Tactics Tuesday
May 25, 2020 CanSPEP CONNEXT - Mindset Monday
May 25, 2020 CanSPEP CONNEXT - Full Event Week
May 22, 2020 CanSPEP U Content Creators Call
May 22, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
May 20, 2020 LEMONADE STAND - Welcome to the Second Harvest
May 15, 2020 CanSPEP U Content Creators Call
May 15, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
May 13, 2020 MASTERMINDS - How to use them to get where you want to go!
May 11, 2020 FINDING YOUR BLESSINGS - Starting Your Week Off with a Look at the Bright Side
May 08, 2020 "HOW YOU DOIN'?" CANSPEP COMMUNITY CALL - Members Only
May 06, 2020 BE YOUR OWN MENTAL HEALTH BOSS
May 04, 2020 FINDING YOUR BLESSINGS - Starting Your Week Off with a Look at the Bright Side
April 14, 2020 GMID Goes Virtual


      

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