October Events at the Shaw Conference Centre

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

Oct. 4, 2009 – Homeless Connect Edmonton
Homeless Connect Edmonton is a broad-based community-inspired initiative, providing free appropriate services to homeless people and those at risk of becoming homeless, on one day and at one location. For more information, visit www.homelessconnect.ca

Oct. 6, 2009 – Henry Singer Award
The Henry Singer award ceremony recognizes organizations that have made a memorable and significant contribution to the retail and service industry. This year the School of Retailing recognizes Chip Wilson, Founder, Chairman and Chief of Product for lululemon athletica. For more information, visit www.schoolofretailing.com

Oct. 7, 2009 - Metalocalypse: Dethklok and Mastadon with Converge and High On Fire
Tickets are $38 and available through Ticketmaster. Call 780.451.8000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com

Oct. 15, 2009 – Syncrude presents Fashion with Compassion
A fashion show event in support of Sorrentino's Compassion House. Fashions are featured by Blu's, Derks, Offshores, Night Owl Designer Lingerie, Women with Vision Opticians, Alligator Pie and Mayfair Shoes. For more information, visit www.compassionhouse.org

Oct. 15, 2009 – North American Strategizing (NAS) Institute
An Edmonton job and education fair. For more information, visit www.nastrategyinstitute.com

Oct. 17, 2009 – 26th Annual K.H. Min Invitational Taekwondo Championship
A championship Taekwondo tournament for all ages and belt levels. For more information, visit www.edmontondragons.com

Oct. 18, 2009 – Slipknot with Deftones
Tickets are $57.50 and available through Ticketmaster. Call 780.451.8000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com

Oct. 20, 2009 – A Conversation with George W. Bush
Bedford Biofuels presents 'A Conversation with George W. Bush'. President during a period of great consequence, George W.Bush shares his thoughts on eight momentous years in the Oval Office and discusses the challenges facing the world in the 21st century. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. Call 780.451.8000 or visit www.ticketmaster.ca/

Oct. 21, 2009 – Gold Medal Plates
Gold Medal Plates is the ultimate celebration of Canadian excellence in cuisine, wine, entertainment and athletic achievement. Celebrating in seven cities across Canada, Gold Medal Plates features superb wines and premier chefs in each city, paired with Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes, in a competition to crown a gold, silver and bronze medal culinary team. For more information, visit www.goldmedalplates.com

Canadian Cardiovascular Congress comes to Edmonton Oct. 24 - 28
— Five day event will feature the best in heart-health research and education

More than 3,500 experts from across Canada will convene at the Shaw Conference Centre (SCC) for the
tenth annual Canadian Cardiovascular Congress (CCC) beginning Saturday, Oct. 24 and running
 through to Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009.

The CCC is Canada's largest health and science conference and brings together the individuals who
work across the spectrum of cardiovascular health - from research to patient care. It is a forum to
promote learning and to showcase the best heart-health research. This year’s event will feature over 700
studies, 25 interactive workshops, 19 participating organizations, debates, lectures and awards.

“We’re very pleased to be hosting this prestigious event and group of cardiovascular professionals. The
Shaw as host venue has a lot to offer from its greenery and open spaces to its award-winning dining and
beautiful views of Edmonton’s river valley,” says Mike Fitzpatrick, Vice-President and General
Manager of the Shaw Conference Centre. “We wish everyone a successful congress and anticipate this
major convention will produce significant revenue for downtown hotels, restaurants, shops and
entertainment venues.”

The CCC is an annual joint initiative of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and the Heart and Stroke
Foundation. Last year’s congress, held in Toronto, produced an economic impact in the range of $3.3
million in direct spending according to the host venue - the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

For more information, visit www.cardiocongress.org

Media Contact:
Cathy Ennis
Communications Manager, External Relations
Edmonton Economic Development Corp. (EEDC)
Ph: 780.917.7894
Email: Cennis@edmonton.com

Oct. 28, 2009 – Edmonton Eskimo Football Club's 46th Annual
This annual dinner celebrates Edmonton Eskimo football, its players both past and present and the team's role in the community. Hosted by Mark Scholz, the night features performances by the Eskimo cheerteam, player awards, Wall of Honour inductions and guest speakers. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.esks.com or call 780.448.1525.

Oct. 30, 2009 – 17th Halloween Howler
The Edmonton Sun and Molson Canadian present The Bear's Halloween Howler featuring Puddle of Mudd, The Respectables and CAVO. Must be 18 years or older for entry. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. Call 780.451.8000 or visit www.ticketmaster.ca/  

Oct. 31, 2009 – Oktoberfest to Rocktoberfest 2009
Enjoy a fabulous evening of good old oom-pah-pah favourites and polkas 'til you drop. Join emcee George Kash and the Black Forest Band for another year of festivities. Visit www.oktoberfestedmonton.com  for more information and to purchase tickets.


Media Contact:
Crystal McPhee, External Relations
780.917.7897
cmcphee@edmonton.com