2014 Summit Award Finalists

The Industry has spoken, here are the top two finalists for the 2014 Summit Awards:

Breeder of the Year

Sybille Brochu - Ellibyse Puppies

Colette Francis - Pooch Palace Kennels

Communicator of the Year

Rodney Habib - Planet Paws Pet Essentials

Karen Ramsden - Langara College

Collaborators

Amy Pawson (Petland) & Erica Coomber (Alberta Animal Services)

Margaret Slater (ASPCA) & Stephanie McDonald (Edmonton Humane Society)

Community  

Bonnie Isenberg - Fort St. John Animal Control

Kathy Powelson - Paws For Hope

Distinguished Service Provider

Petsmart Charities - Stephanie Kerr

Playful Paws INC - Heather Brown

Homing Provider 

Capital Regional District Victoria, B.C. - Don Brown

New York City Animal Care and Control - Risa Weinstock

Individual Achievement

Erica Coomber - Alberta Animal Services

Betsy Saul - Heal House Call Veterinarian

Pet Owner of the Year

Candace McLaren

Susan Thixton 

Retailer of the Year

Homes Alive Pet Centre - Evan Ropp

Tisol Pet Nutrition and Supply - Brenda Kozub

Sheltering Provider

Klassic Kennels - Jim DeBoon

New Brunswick SPCA - Hilary Howes

Health & Wellness 

Cat Healthy Canada - Liz O'Brien

Paws Fur Thought - Medric Cousineau

The top two nominees in each category are awarded a Scholarship worth up to $2,650 to attend the 2014 Summit for Urban Animal Strategies, October 22-25.  Scholarships include a Full Delegate Package and up to $550 towards travel costs. 

Award WINNERS will be announced at the 2014 Summit Awards Gala Friday, October 24. This event is open to the public, for information on how you can attend, please contact Shannon Woodard. 

If you know an individual or organization deserving of this prestigious recognition, NOMINATE THEM NOW for a 2015 Summit Award!!! 

A limited number of Delegate seats are still available for Summit 2014. Register before October 1 and you'll be entered to win a Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Gift Package valued at $650! 

REGISTER NOW! 

Less than 48 hours until Summit 2013

The 2013 Summit for Urban Animal Strategies kicks off in less than 48 hours. This year's event will feature seven Innovation Showcases selected from the 2013 Regional Conferences, three Facts & Evidence sessions examining the Pet Experience Project, two keynote addresses to inspire courage, innovation, success and collaboration and the anticipated Friday Forums, where delegates will dissect the dilemmas and opportunities of a Positive Pet Experience. 

A limited number delegate packages are still available. Delegate packages include all sessions, forums and keynotes, Fairmont level accommodation at the Chateau Lake Louise in Alberta's beautiful Rocky Mountains, all meals, as well as tickets to all Summit social events (Relationship Builder Reception, Foundation Dinner, Summit Awards Gala and Leaders Brunch & Keynote) - $1,450

Spousal Packages can still be purchased in addition to a Delegate Package. The spousal package includes tickets to all social events - $150

Individuals interested in attending one or more of the social events can do so by selecting the "Event Packages ONLY" option 

REGISTER NOW!

*All of the above package details are included in the full delegate package

**All prices are in Canadian Dollars and subject to 5% GST

   

Contact Shannon Woodward to make reservations. 

2013 Summit Award Finalists

The Industry has spoken, here are the top two finalists for the 2013 Summit Awards:

Breeder
Bundas Bengal Cattery – Trysh  Tolhurst
Starstruck Labradors – Valina Pope 

Communication

Associate Veterinary Clinics – Dr. Jayne Takahashi  

Bountiful Films – Helen Slinger

Community Collaboration
Michelle Lem + Community Veterinary Outreach 
WOOF + Department of Justice

Community Compliance
Ontario SPCA – Judith Aubin

Toronto Animal Services – Mary Lou Leiher 

Distinguished Service Provider

Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society - Holly Wiseman

London Animal Centre – Kent Lattanzio 

Homing
Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society – Deanna Thompson

Toronto Animal Services – James McLean

Individual Achievement

Samantha Sanford – Atlantic Veterinary  

Randy Valpy – Pets Plus Us

Lifetime Achievement
Deborah Chalmers

Paul Melanson

Product or Service Innovation

Pets Plus Us – Randy Valpy
Woof + Nova Scotia Department of Justice – Angela Poirier 

Retailer

Pet Valu Store Clayton Park – Allyson Smith
Planet Paws Pet Essentials – Rodney Habib

Sheltering

Animal Welfare Agency of South Central Ontario - Kathy Innocente 

Calgary Humane - Mark Takhar

Wellness

Atlantic Veterinary College – Dr. Peter Foley
BC SPCA – Geoff Urton

The 2013 Summit Awards will be presented during the Awards Gala on Friday, 18 October 2013. This event is open to the public.

Narda Roberts will Rock Summit Doghouse

Fire, Passion and Power are words used to describe the Alberta band that will entertain delegates at the 2013 Summit Awards Gala. On Friday, October 18, the Urban Animal Program is giving the Summit Gala Celebration a whole new experience.

Inspired by the likes of Janice Joplin and Sass Jordan, the Narda Roberts Band has a kick-ass attitude and fearless energy that delivers blues or rock in an edgy and exciting performance.

Listen In

YOU ARE INVITED 
to celebrate with peers at this public Urban Animal Summit event

For tickets call Shannon Woodward 403.401.8090

Summit 2013 Social Event packages

Can't make it to the entire Summit but would like to attend one or more of the social events taking place? Organizers of the Summit for Urban Animal Strategies are offering tickets to individual Summit events at Lake Louise. 

2013 Summit Spousal Package $125 
Already registered for the Summit? Invite your spouse to join you!    

Package includes:

• Accommodation with a registered delegate  
• Ticket to the Welcome Reception - Wednesday, 16 October at 18:30 hrs  
• Ticket to the Collaboration Dinner - Thursday, 17 October at 18:00 hrs 
• Summit Awards Gala & Dinner - Friday, 18 October at 17:30 hrs 
• Leaders Breakfast & keynote Address - Saturday, 19 October at 09:00 hrs

2013 Associate Package $350

Package Includes: 

• Two tickets for the Summit Awards Gala - Friday, 18 October at 17:30 hrs
• Accommodation in Fairmont Level Room
• Two tickets for the Executive Keynote - Saturday, 19 October at 09:00 hrs
• 1 copy of Summit Leaders Library Book

Other 2013 Summit Events  

Choose to attend one or all of the events.

• Relationship Builder and Welcome Reception: $60 
• Foundation Dinner: $120 
• Summit Awards Gala & Dinner (no accommodation): $150 
• Leaders Breakfast & Keynote Address: $100

*All of the above package details are included in the full delegate package

**All prices are in Canadian Dollars and subject to 5% GST

   
Contact Shannon Woodward or Sheena Neel to make reservations. 

  

VIEW SUMMIT AGENDA  

  

  

2013 Summit for Urban Animal Strategies

Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta

16 - 19 October 2013

  

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Get the facts, have YourSAY™, move the industry.

2012 Summit Awards Gala and Weekend Escape

With participation from the our 2012 Sponsors and the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, we are pleased to offer the most affordable Summit Weekend Escape package yet. Spend the weekend in Lake Louise, attend the Summit Awards Gala and visit with Summit Alumni from across North America.

ISUAS organizers are offering a few special packages for industry members in the area who would like to attend the Summit Awards Gala & Dinner on 12 October 2012 at 5:30 p.m.

The Summit 2012 Gala Escape Package, includes: 

• Awards Gala dinner and entertainment - featuring Jason that Funny Magic Guy and special guests (valued at $150 each)
• Accommodation in Fairmont Level Room (valued at $329)
• Executive Breakfast with Keynote Speaker - featuring Ian Green of Trone Brand Energy (valued at $100 each)

A limited number of of packages are available for the special price of $290 (single occupancy) and $395 (double occupancy). 

Other packages are also available for this exciting gathering of companion animal thought leaders. For more information or to register for one of these events, please contact: 

Larry Evans   

403-921-5900

or 

Danielle Chisholm

403-968-0421

Get the facts, have your say, move the industry!