September 24-26 – Western Canadian District Fall Conference and Meeting

The 56th Annual Conference of the Western Canadian District of the International Association of  Operative Millers (IAOM) will be held at the Sheraton Cavalier in Saskatoon, SK. from Wednesday, September 24 to Friday, September 26, 2008.

IAOM is devoted to the advancement of technology in the flour milling, cereal and seed processing industries. Our annual conference provides an opportunity for professional development for our members.

As an IAOM member, or someone with related interests, I hope you will plan to attend this year's conference. The planning committee has arranged for speakers to discuss topics related to technical milling, related equipment, and management. We will also be holding our annual business meeting for the IAOM Western Canadian District.

In addition to these technical matters, we invite you to take the opportunity to network with colleagues during such activities as the pre-conference IAOM Western Canadian District Golf Tournament, the Opening Evening Reception and the Evening Banquet. Companions are invited to participate in a special program during the day on Thursday and then join with the conference group for Wednesday and Thursdays evening events as well as Fridays breakfast, industry tour, and  lunch.

Schedule at a Glance

Wednesday, September 24

8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. - Golf (optional)

6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Registration desk open

7:00-10:00 p.m. - Opening reception

Thursday, September 25

7:30-8:00 a.m. - Registration desk open

Breakfast on your own

8:15 a.m. - Welcome and Greetings

8:30 a.m. - Keynote address

Technical sessions

Lunch

Technical sessions continue

IAOM business meeting

6:00-7:00 p.m. - Pre-banquet reception

7:00-10:30 p.m. - Banquet and entertainment

Companions' Program

7:30-8:00 a.m. - Registration desk open

8:00 a.m. - Breakfast

10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. - Program and  tour

Friday, September 26

8:00-9:00 a.m. - Joint buffet breakfast

9:00-9:30 a.m. - Speaker – Debbie Morrow “Process Improvement/Problem Solving

10:30 a.m.-noon - Tour Can-Oat Milling

BBQ lunch to follow

SPECIAL EVENTS:

GOLF (Registration)

Golfers will head to Moon Lake Golf and Country Club for an 18-hole tournament. Fees include green fees, golf cart, breakfast and dinner. Golf club rentals are extra. Pre-registration is required.

OPENING RECEPTION

Join your friends at the annual Allied Trades Opening Reception on Wednesday evening. Enjoy your favorite beverage and a few hors d'oeuvres. Later try your luck at a mini casino and auction for some great prizes.

COMPANIONS’ PROGRAM

Join other companions for a specially planned day of activities on Thursday, beginning with a private sit-down breakfast.  A bus trip to the Western Development Museum will transport you back in time to a typical Saskatchewan small town in the year 1910.  You will then head out to the Saskatoon Berry Barn and have a fabulous lunch by the river.  The afternoon will be spent enjoying a relaxing riverboat tour.  Companions are also welcome to join: Golf on Wednesday, Wednesday and Thursday’s evening events, and Friday’s joint breakfast and tour.

PRE-REGISTRATION is required.

BANQUET

Thursday evening join your colleagues for a pre-banquet reception and then enjoy a buffet dinner and entertainment. 

TOUR

Following breakfast on Friday morning, you are welcome to join the tour of Can-Oat Milling followed by a barbecue lunch.

CONFERENCE HOTEL

Sheraton Cavalier.

612 Spadina Crescent East

Saskatoon, SK.

Phone: 306-652-6770 or Toll Free 1 866 716-8101

The Sheraton Cavalier Hotel is in the heart of Saskatoon's downtown core and offers a stunning riverside location, where you can stroll along the banks of the South Saskatchewan while also being a short walk from the unique shops and boutiques of downtown.  Check out the hotel website at: www.sheratoncavalier.com.

A block of guestrooms has been reserved for the IAOM Conference at a special rate of $145.00 plus taxes for the Conference These rooms are held at this special rate until August 24, 2008 only. Note that there is a $10.00 / day parking fee.

To book your room, contact the hotel directly at 306-652-6770 or Toll Free 1-866-716-8101. Indicate you are part of the IAOM Conference Group to receive this rate. All rooms must be guaranteed to a major credit card. 7 days' cancellation notice is required for refund. Check-in time is 3 p.m. Checkout time is 12 noon.

About the Venue

Connections are invited at the Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Saskatoon, you’ll enjoy the stunning riverbank location, caring and attentive staff, and comfortable guest rooms. The kids will love the indoor water park, River Country – a twisting, turning adventure in water. The water park features two giant waterslides, a large main pool, children’s pool and activity area, two hot tubs, changing area, and a fitness center.

Explore tree-lined walking and hiking trails as well as local shops and museums.

Directions

From East
Follow Highway 16 heading northeast to Idylwyld Drive.

At Idylwyld Drive and 22nd Street, turn right.

Travel east to Spadina Crescent.

The hotel will be on the right at the corner of 22nd Street and Spadina Crescent.

From North
Take Highway 11 or 16 South to 22nd Street.

Turn left onto 22nd Street heading east towards Spadina Crescent.

The hotel will be on your right at the corner of 22nd and Spadina Crescent.

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April 27-May 1 – 113th Annual IAOM Conference & Expo in North America