Edmonton Economic Development Corporation

June 5, 2008 - June events at Edmonton's Shaw Conference Centre


The following major events are scheduled for June 2008 at Edmonton’s Shaw Conference Centre:

June 12-14 Vitalize 2008 - Provincial Voluntary Sector Conference

Vitalize 2008 is a professional development opportunity for Albertans working or volunteering in the non-profit sector. To register visit www.vitalizeconference.ca.

June 13 University of Alberta Faculty of Arts Convocation Breakfast

This is a private celebration breakfast for U of A Faculty of Arts graduates who have completed their studies in the 2007-2008 year. Don Iveson will be the keynote speaker. For more information call (780) 492-6580.

June 16-18 12th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS) Congress

Construction and property cost-management professionals from many Pacific Rim countries are coming to Edmonton for this event. For more information or to register visit www.paqs2008.com .

June 20 Bad Blood

This night of live boxing includes two Canadian title fights: Ryan Henney vs. Frank White and
Gareth Sutherland vs. Donovan Boucher. The feature fight is Tony Badea vs. Kris Andrews. General admission tickets are $42 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Boxing matches begin at 7 p.m. For more information or to purchase VIP dinner tables contact the Ticket Hotline at (780) 991-5670.

June 22-25 Canadian Urological Association Annual Meeting

The Canadian Urological Association (CUA) Annual Meeting offers the latest developments in research, clinical care and technology to help Canadian urologists provide optimal care for their patients. This marks the first time that Edmonton hosts this national meeting. For more information visit www.cuameeting.org.

June 24 Real Estate Investment Network (REIN)

The Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) presents real estate investment systems designed to decrease your risk, increase your cash flow and increase your return on investment. For more information or to register visit www.reincanada.com.

The Shaw Conference Centre — Greater Edmonton's flagship hospitality venue and one of Canada's largest conventions centres — is celebrating 25 years as Edmonton's 'Centre of Attention' in 2008.

Media Contact:
Cathy Ennis, Shaw Conference Centre
Phone: (780) 917-7894
E-mail: info@edmonton.com

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"Edmonton has the feel of a European city". Capital Gains: Edmonton has evolved into one of Alberta’s best assets – Paula Felps, American Driver 2008