The following major events are scheduled at the Shaw Conference Centre during July 2008:

July 5-8, 2008 - Rural Matters! Forging Healthy Canadian Communities

Stakeholders from across Canada will discuss rural community issues and develop a common voice in the key areas of governance, infrastructure, environment and economic sustainability. Visit www.ruralmatters.ca for more information or to register.

July 13, 2008 - 50 Cent

Much Music and The Bounce present 50 Cent featuring G-Unit. Tickets are $59.85 each. This is an all-ages event with licensed beer gardens for patrons of legal drinking age. Visit www.ticketmaster.ca for more information or to purchase tickets.

July 18, 2008 - La Sonora Carruseles

Moreno Productions presents this popular Colombian salsa group. With hits on charts around the world, La Sonora Carruseles performs Afro-Caribbean rhythms, as well as a traditional style salsa brava. They will be performing along with popular disc jockeys: DJ Moreno, DJ Fuego, DJ Rojas, DJ Kris King, DJ Spice, and DJ Touch-it. Expect to hear the best Latin rhythms from Rumba, Mambo, Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia and Reggaeton. General admission is $70 at the door or $50 when purchased through www.ticketmaster.ca. Visit www.morenoproductions.com for more information.

July 27, 2008 - Judas Priest

Unionevents.com presents metal bands Judas Priest and Testament. General admission is $55. Ultimate Priest fans can purchase Platinum or Gold VIP packages. To meet the band and get a picture taken with them at a pre-show party visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

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