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Thursday, October 24, 2019 5:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.Keyano Theatre and Arts Centre

5:00 - 7:00 P.M. THE BIG ENTRANCE Welcome reception with signature cocktail, delicious food, live

entertainment and more. Spend time getting to know other nominees, local businesses and key stakeholders.

7:00 - 8:00 P.M. THE FIRST ACT - AWARDS PART I JoinusinsidetheKeyanoTheatreattoenjoythefirsthalfofaward

presentations, speeches from dignitaries and a variety of live local entertainment. Please note that the show will begin at 7:00 p.m. sharp.

8:00 - 8:45 P.M. THE BIG BREAK Presented by Community Futures Wood Buffalo During the intermission, join us again in the lobby to replenish your

cocktails, eat more delicous food and enjoy live entertainment while mingling with new and old colleagues and friends.

8:45 - 10:00 P.M. THE SECOND ACT - AWARDS PART II We’re back inside the main theatre to celebrate the second half of

awards with more delightful local performances.

10:00 - 11:30 P.M. THE BIG LOBBY PARTY - AKA THE AFTER-PARTY Time to celebrate the winners and nominees, take photos in our

specialty photo area, enjoy a delicious dessert and coffee bar and dance the night away with more local live music from a special-to-tonight house band with local musical favourites.

ABOUT THE AWARDS CELEBRATION

The Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce Awards Celebration

recognizes businesses/organizations that have demonstrated outstanding achievement and contribution to the

Wood Buffalo region while having developed business acumen and management practices to ensure

long-term sustainability.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

TITLE SPONSOR ONE OPPORTUNITY ($7,500)

Sponsorship benefits: • 12 tickets to the event • Back cover full-page advertisement in event program • Inclusion in social media posts • Opportunity for speaking opportunity at event • Opportunity for company representatives to be set-up in Theatre

lobby during cocktail reception• Right to provide signage for the event • Logo included on slideshow to be played at the event • Logo addition to award page on Chamber website • Banner ad on Chamber website • Logoincludedonawardcertificate

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BUSINESS AWARDS 8 OPPORTUNITIES $5,000 PER AWARD Sponsorship benefits: • 6 tickets to event • Half-page advertisement in event program • Opportunity to present award

on stage during event • Advertising on social media • Logo included on slideshow

to be played at the event• Logo included on Chamber website • Logoincludedonawardcertificate

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR OVER 20 EMPLOYEES -AND-

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR UNDER 20 EMPLOYEESThis will be awarded to two businesses with respective award winners and nominee(s) differentiated by the number of full-time employees that they have.

FEMALE LEADERSHIPNominee(s) must have demonstrated excellenceintheirfield.Inadditiontheymust be acting in a leadership capacity and have demonstrated leadership qualities in enhancing entrepreneurship for women.

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY Nominee(s) must have demonstrated outstanding leadership in economic, social, charitable, or environmental activities. They have shown a dedicated focus on achieving a vision and mandate aligned with ongoing contributions to the environment and/or sustainability. As well, the nominee(s) promotes volunteerism.

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PEOPLE’S CHOICEThe nominee(s) have enhanced the quality of life for the community, and attracted people to the area. They will have promoted and added vibrancy to the well-being, health, and development of the community. The nominee(s) have demonstrated long-term community engagement, and have taken opportunities to showcase the region through marketing and community events, and/or programs. As well, they have promoted cultural activities, tourism, and/or sporting events.

While nominees in this category will be determined by the Committee based on the above criteria, the winner of the People’s Choice category will be determined by public ballot.

STARTUPThe nominee(s) must have been in operation for less than three years. As well, nominees in this category must be sustainable in nature, and show growth potential.

INDIGENOUS BUSINESSThe nominee(s) have incorporated cross-cultural relations and Indigenous values into organizational culture and business practices.Theyhavevalue-addedbenefitsto Indigenous communities and individuals in at least one Alberta community as a result of implementing best practices including economic development, employment and training, and community engagement. This award is not limited to ownership, but rather will be based on what the nominee does for heritage, and the Indigenous communities.

YOUTH ENTREPRENEURThe nominee(s) must be an individual under the age of 30. The nominee(s) must have played a direct and primary role in the planning and establishment of the business, and must be currently operating in a leadership capacity.

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LOCAL ARTS SHOWCASE SPONSOR ONE OPPORTUNITY ($5,000)Demonstrate your commitment to not only the local business community, but the arts community by supporting the live local arts and entertainment performances taking place as part of the Awards Celebration.

Sponsorship benefits: • 6 tickets to event • Half-page advertisement in event program • Opportunity to introduce the half-time local

arts showcase on stage during event • Advertising on social media • Logo included on slideshow to be played at

the event• Logo included on Chamber website • Logoincludedonawardcertificate

THE BIG ENTRANCE SPONSOR ONE OPPORTUNITY ($3,000)Showcase your support to the entire business community by being the presenting partner of the cocktail hour before the main show. You’ll have a chance to welcome guests by giving them their welcome cocktail as well as activating the space with your corporate branding and company representatives.

Sponsorship benefits: • 4 tickets to event • Half-page advertisement in event program • Opportunity to have signage during cocktail

reception and networking period • Opportunity for company representatives

to be set-up in Theatre lobby during cocktail reception

• Advertising on social media • Logo included on slideshow to be played at

the event• Logo included on Chamber website • Logoincludedonawardcertificate

OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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BIG LOBBY PARTYOFFICIAL AFTER-PARTY SPONSOR

ONE OPPORTUNITY ($5,000)Showcase your support to the entire business community by being the presenting partner of the cocktail hour before the main show. You’ll have a chance to welcome guests by giving them their welcome cocktail as well as activating the space with your corporate branding and company representatives.

Sponsorship benefits: • 6 tickets to event • Half-page advertisement in event program • Opportunity to have signage

during the after-party• Opportunity for company representatives to

be set-up in Theatre lobby during after-party • Advertising on social media • Logo included on slideshow to be played at

the event• Logo included on Chamber website • Logoincludedonawardcertificate

NETWORKING SPONSORONE OPPORTUNITY ($3,000)Showcase your support to the entire business community by being the presenting partner for our networking session during the event intermission. You’ll have a chance to meet with guests during the intermission as well as activate the space with your corporate branding and company representatives.

Sponsorship benefits:• 4 tickets to event• Half-page advertisement in event program• Opportunity to have signage during

intermission and networking period• Opportunity for company representatives

to be set-up in Theatre lobby during the intermission

• Advertising on social media• Logo included on slideshow to be played at

the event• Logo included on Chamber website• Logoincludedonawardcertificate

OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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SUPPORT THE FORT MCMURRAY BUSINESS COMMUNITY AND ATTEND THE 2019 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARDS CELEBRATION!

Individual tickets: $85 each

Package of 10 tickets: $750

For more information and to confirm your support please call 780-743-3100 or email us at accounting@fortmcmurraychamber.ca

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TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW AT KEYANO.CA/THEATRE

OR CALL KEYANO BOX OFFICE AT 780-791-4990