2012 Conference & Tradeshow

April 19 – 21, 2012

Sheraton Wall Centre, 1088 Burrard Street, Vancouver BC

 

 An Historical Event Worthy of Celebration!

Celebrating the Past … Engaging the Present … Building the Future

 

2012 Conference & Tradeshow 2012 Advance Conference Program

2012 Conference Registration Form

 

INFORMATION FOR OUR EXHIBITORS – Deadline is March 1, 2012

2012 Exhibitor Prospectus

2012 Exhibitor Application Form

2012 Shipment Request Form

 

In April 2012, a very historical event will take place – an event that will transport you back to an era characterized by prosperity and optimism, bathtub gin, the Model T, $5 work day, the first transatlantic flight, prohibition and the Charleston!  This year marks the 100th anniversary of the FSABC.

 

To celebrate 100 years of funeral service in British Columbia, the FSABC is planning a special event to be held in conjunction with the Cemetery and Crematorium Association of BC annual general meeting, conference and Exhibitor`s Showcase!

 

The 100th anniversary conference will bring together funeral service professionals from throughout British Columbia and Canada – funeral directors, cemeterians and cremationists will gather in Vancouver to commemorate the past, review what we have learned and what we can do further to ensure sustainability and relevance into the future.

 

2012 Conference & Tradeshow Saturday, April 21, 2012 marks the culmination of the FSABC`s 100th Anniversary Celebration with a Gala Event  Join us as we come together to celebrate!  A very special evening is planned.

 

We urge you to take advantage of this opportunity where you will hear from top educators, explore an expanded exhibit hall which will include historical artifacts, and engage with your colleagues during the many networking and social events.

 

Please join us at the Sheraton Wall Centre, Vancouver BC  from April 19 to 21, 2012.

 

Early Bird Full Conference Registration Package for Members: $495 or $595 for Non-Members (by March 1, 2012)

 

Guest Rooms (based on availability): $169 per night (by March 15, 2012 in order to qualify for group rate)

 

CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP AND 100th ANNIVERSARY SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

2012 Conference Sponsorship Opportunities or learn more about how you can be a Sponsor of the 100th Anniversary Events and get a full year of value FSABC 100th anniversary sponsorship opportunities

 

THE CONFERENCE PROGRAM – The 2012 conference program commemorates the past and what we can do to ensure sustainability and relevance into the future.  Join us as we come together to celebrate.  Conference highlights include:  2012 Exhibitor`s Showcase – New Products and Old Treasures; over 7 hours of Accredited Professional Development Programs; Historical Themed Luncheon and Fashion Show, President`s banquet, 100th Anniversary 20`s Speakeasy Gala and much more!  This conference will be full of surprises and you won`t want to miss it.

The are back again, the always popular … CCABC Round Tables:

Will the Legislation Allow Me:  Tayt Winnitoy, Vice-President of Operations, Consumer Protection BC, will be on hand to translate the current legislation and regulations for you.  Get answers to some of your questions such as:

  • the request by more and more families to make interment arrangements by phone or on-line, or
  • the obligations of a cemetery/crematorium when a family wishes to handle their own transfer, or
  • what extent is the cemetery obligated to ensure the correct person is signing the paperwork, or
  • reclaiming unused intermenet sites, the interment of cremated remains over previously interred human remains and the consequences of inadequate bylaws and more!

All Things Granite:  Rob Hilton from Hilton Landmarks Inc. will moderate a discussion about Cemetery Maintenance, and cleaning and maintaining granite.  Whether it is a Granite Mausoleum front, Niche Wall, Sculpture, Cenotaph or Headstone, using the proper cleaning agent and tools will make your maintenance easier and you will gain some knowledge to pass on to families you serve.

itablet? iapps? itunes? ipod? iphone?  I NEED HELP:  With Clouds, Blackberries, Apples and Androids among us let’s discuss what (if anything) you are currently utilizing for your recordkeeping needs.  Ken Munday from Stone Orchard Software will be moderating this discussion on cemetery software, the latest technology, and how it could impact your customer service and streamline operational efficiencies.  We will discuss what you like, don’t like, want, and what is now possible for everything recordkeeping.  Discussion will centre around software needs past, present and future, and how to make software and technology a slave for you, not you a slave to it.

 

2012 Conference & Tradeshow THE HOTEL – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

The CCABC / FSABC has secured a discounted rate of just $169 per night (Guest Room).  To reserve your room at our reduced rate, call the Reservations Department at 604-893-7120 or 1-800-663-9255.  For ease of booking, callers must identify themselves as being with the CCABC / FSABC.  Reservation requests must be made by MARCH 15, 2012 in order to qualify for the group rate.