The following major events are scheduled at the Shaw Conference Centre during March 2009:

March 4, 2009 – Canadian Business Leader Award Dinner

Presented by the University of Alberta, School of Business, this dinner celebrates the leadership, vision and community spirit of Hal Kvisle, President and CEO, TransCanada Corporation. For more information and to register visit www.business.ualberta.ca/ext-relations/cbla/ or call 780-492-2348.

March 5, 2009 – The Citadel Theatre presents - California Wine Fair 2009

Featuring 350 wines and accompanied by delectable appetizers, The California Wine Fair is a tasty fundraiser in support of the Citadel Theatre. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.citadeltheatre.com or call 780-425-1820.

March 5-6, 2009 – Central East Alberta Teachers Convention

Over 1400 teachers and administrators will be attending their annual professional development sessions. Visit www.ceatca.teachers.ab.ca for more information.

March 6, 2009 – Red Carpet Affair 2009

Canadian Paraplegic Association of Alberta invites you to the sixth annual Red Carpet Affair featuring Canada's 2008 Athlete of the Year Chantel Petitclerc, winner of five gold medals at the Beijing Paralympics. This gala dinner, awards ceremony, live and silent auction raises funds to provide services to persons with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities. For more information visit www.canparaplegic.org.

March 7, 2009 – Edmonton Science Olympics

Science Olympics is an interactive science competition and interschool event sponsored by the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA). Students from Grades one through 12 are given a series of applications or problem-solving challenges that demonstrate the fun side of exploring science. Visit www.apegga.org/K12/olympics/toc.html or call 780-426-3990 for further details.

March 7, 2009 – Alberta Aboriginal Youth Achievement Awards 2009

Come and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Alberta's Aboriginal Youth with free admission, live entertainment, refreshments, and a DJ reception. For more information contact Christie Ladouceur at 780-423-2237 or by email at cladouceur@metis.org.

March 14, 2009 – Awards of Excellence in Housing Gala

Each year the spectacular Awards of Excellence in Housing Gala is held at the Shaw Conference Centre for thousands of guests. Through its ongoing success it has become one of the largest events in the Capital Region. Contact Kendall Fulfit for more information 780-702-0322.

March 17, 2009 – Buildex Edmonton Conference & Exposition

Visit Edmonton's premier conference and exposition for real estate, property management, interior design, architecture, renovation and construction. See over 150 exhibits with new and green products. More than 30 educational seminars will offer low cost solutions for the design, construction and renovation of all buildings: residential, commercial, educational, healthcare, hotels, institutional. For more information visit www.buildexedmonton.com or call 1-877-739-2112.

March 19, 2009 – Mac & Cheese Luncheon

Mac & Cheese Luncheon is a fundraiser in support of the Inner Cities Agencies Foundation. Tickets are $150 each or $1,200 for a table of 10. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.icaf.ca or call 780-990-1000.

March 20, 2009 – TFC6 Domination

TFC6 Domination fights are featuring Joe Fonoti vs. Nick Penner, Claude Patrick vs. Dave Mazany and Gina Mazany vs. Jackie Mikalsky. Tickets range from $52.50 to $210 and are available at www.ticketmaster.ca.

March 26, 2009 – CISC 2009 Alberta Steel Design Awards of Excellence Dinner

The CISC 2009 Alberta Steel Design Awards of Excellence Dinner recognize companies’ innovation and steel design projects in Alberta. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.ciscabawardsdinner.com.

March 29, 2009 – Edmonton Collectible Toy and Comic Show

The Edmonton Collectible Toy and Comic Show is Western Canada's premier collectibles event with the largest selection of vintage and modern toys, comic books, anime, video games and pop culture memorabilia. With nearly 200 vendors, artists, industry professionals and special guests from across North America in attendance, the Edmonton Collectible Toy and Comic Show is sure to offer something for everyone. Special guests include James Kyson Lee (Ando) from Heroes! The show will also be collecting food bank donations. For more information please visit www.edtoyshow.com.

March 30 - April 2, 2009 – 2009 ASCHA Convention & Tradeshow

Learn about the many initiatives underway by Alberta Senior Citizens' Housing Association (ASCHA). The Tradeshow will showcase new and innovative technology, designs, products and services for the owners and operators of seniors' independent and supportive living facilities. For more information or to register visit www.ascha.com or call 780-439-6473.

Media Contact:
Crystal McPhee, Shaw Conference Centre
Phone: (780) 917-7897
E-mail: cmcphee@edmonton.com