AHP Canada Regional Conference 

Newcomers’ Reception

Sunday, April 18, 5:30–6:30 pm
If you are new to AHP/HCPRA or a first-time attendee of an AHP/HCPRA conference, please attend this reception prior to the opening reception. This is a great way to learn more about AHP/HCPRA, meet its leadership, and network with fellow attendees.

Opening Reception with Exhibitors

Sunday, April 18, 6:30–8:00 pm
Kick off your conference experience by attending the opening reception with exhibitors. Mingle with colleagues and learn about the latest products and services from exhibitors. Make this your first stop!

Roundtable Luncheon

Monday, April 19, 12 noon–1:15 pm
If you are looking for applicable solutions to shared challenges, the AHP conference roundtables are a great vehicle for generating new ideas through conversation with peers. Join your colleagues in engaging discussion over lunch. Information will be provided on-site at registration about the roundtables and the discussion facilitators and topics at each table.

AHP Canada Awards and HCPRA Hygeia Awards Banquet

Monday, April 19, 6:30 pm
This year’s conference theme asks you to reach for the top. The 2010 AHP Canada Awards and HCPRA Hygeia Awards Banquet will honour those who have done just that! Join colleagues at this dinner on April 19 and recognize the health care fundraisers and public relations professionals who have reached for the sky. More information about the awards and nominating
process can be found online at www.ahp.org and www.hcpra.org. Don’t miss this inspiring evening with friends and colleagues.

Closing Luncheon Keynote: Philanthropic Trends 2010 

Tuesday, April 20, 1:00–2:30 pm
History dictates that organizations that remain strong and active in the face of economic downturn go on to experience discernable growth as the marketplace stabilizes. With an end to the economic turbulence of 2008-09 seemingly in sight, non-profits across Canada are taking stock, adjusting their strategies and planning for a more sustainable future. Based on her experience leading Canada’s most successful fundraising consultancy, KCI President & CEO Marnie Spears will share past experiences and explore future trends, helping you position your organization to experience a philanthropic renaissance of its own.

Note: HCPRA members are asked to join in the HCPRA Annual General Meeting after lunch during the keynote address.

Hotel Information
Hyatt Regency Toronto
370 King Street West
Phone: 416-343-1234
Visit their Web site.

The Hyatt Regency Toronto is offering AHP conference attendees a special rate of $168 single/double occupancy, plus tax, depending on room type. To make reservations, call the hotel at 416-343-1234 and identify yourself as an Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP) conference attendee. AHP has reserved a limited number of rooms at the special rate, so please make your room reservations as soon as possible. The hotel deadline for the special room rate is Monday, March 15, 2010. If all hotel rooms reserved at the special rate are sold prior to this date, AHP cannot guarantee availability of additional special-rate rooms. Please contact the hotel directly for rates and information.

Transportation
Toronto is a convenient destination to fly into, drive to, or arrive by public transit.

Airport
The Lester B. Pearson International Airport is approximately 18 miles from the Hyatt Regency Toronto.

Toronto transit information
The St. Andrew subway station is approximately a three-minute walk from the Hyatt Regency Toronto, and streetcar access is right at the hotel’s front door. For more information, please contact the hotel.

Taxi service
Taxi service from the airport is approximately $46 one way.

Shuttle service
Western Pacific Shuttle service provides transportation from the Lester B. Pearson International Airport to the Hyatt Regency Toronto. You may contact the concierge to check the bus schedule and pick-up/drop-off locations. A one-way trip costs approximately $19.95 per person, and round-trip costs approximately $32.95.

Hotel parking
Self-parking at the hotel is $25 per night.