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59TH OPBA CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 27 - 29, 2017

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YOUR 2017 OPBA CONFERENCE HOST COMMITTEE

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It is the combina on of height and water flow that makes Niagara Falls so beau ful.

The Horseshoe Falls are 180 feet (55 metres) high and allow 6 million cubic feet (169,901 cubic metres) of water over the crestline every minute during peak day me tourist hours (that is about a million bathtubs full of water every minute!)

Niagara Falls' night me illumina on makes a visit to Niagara a spectacular event at all mes of the year.

Ice bridges form below the Falls when ice floes travel over the edge and collect at the base of the Falls.

The word Niagara comes from the word "onguiaahra" which means "a thundering noise".

Un l 1886, when the Statue of Liberty was erected, the Falls at Niagara were the symbol of America and the New World. Visitors from all over the world targeted Niagara as a must‐see during a visit to North America.

Water is redirected from travelling over the Falls in order to drive large hydro‐electric turbines that produce electricity for Southern Ontario and Western New York State.

An "Old Scow" (a steel barge) remains stranded a few hundred meters above the Falls and has been marooned there since August 6, 1918 when a near tragedy was averted by three men who opened the dumping hatches of the barge to let water in and ground the out‐of control boat.

Water that flows over the Falls at Niagara ul mately ends up in Lake Ontario ‐ from there, water drains by way of the St. Lawrence River into the Atlan c Ocean.

In March of 1848, the waters stopped flowing over Niagara's famous cliff when the Niagara River was plugged temporarily at the mouth of the river in Fort Erie, Ontario.

• Niagara Falls is steeped in history and remains one of the most popular North American tourist des na ons.

CONFERENCE WELCOME!

The “Falls”, collec vely, known as the Horseshoe Falls (Canada/US), the American Falls (US) and the Bridal Veil Falls (US). are about 12,000 years old and were created when mel ng glaciers formed massive fresh‐water lakes (the Great Lakes) one of which (Lake Erie) ran downhill toward another (Lake Ontario). Currently, Niagara Falls wears its way back approximately 1 foot/year and the Niagara River flows at approximately 35 miles/hour (56.3 kilometers/hour).

For the first me since 2003, the annual OPBA conference will be hosted in the Niagara Region, in the City of Niagara Falls; located on the Niagara River and on the border to the United States; the longest interna onal border in the world between two countries.

Your 2017 Host Commi ee has made a commitment to crea ng a memorable learning and sharing experience to provide you with a conference full of educa onal, networking, and team building opportuni es.

We hope you will join us for three full days of business workshops, con nued tradi ons, and adventure including a BBQ at the base of the Niagara Gorge followed by a night me cruise on the Niagara River to witness the amazing wonder that is Niagara Falls!

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COMMUNITY GIVE-BACK! As public agencies, our membership understands the need to do more with less. With that in mind, your host commi ee and OPBA Board of Directors have a community giveback ini a ve that provides an opportunity for our membership to say thanks to our Host Communi es.

In considering the many deserving chari es in the Niagara Region, your Host Commi ee chose:

Our Vision

Every Child in Canada Who Needs a Mentor, Has a Mentor

Our Mission

"We commit to Canada's young people that we will be leaders in providing them with the highest quality, volunteer based mentoring programs"

We’re Big Brothers Big Sisters

We believe every child should have the opportunity to reach his or her full poten al, both as individuals and ci zens – that by doing so, they will not only do well, they will also do good.

We believe that by changing the course of young lives we can in turn be changing the course of a community’s future. That it could lead to a reduc on in poverty and unemployment. Or to safer schools and neighbourhoods. Or to a renewed op mism for growth. That it could even lead to change on a broader, more far‐reaching scale.

We believe that opening a child’s eyes to what is – opens their mind to what could be. Serving as role models, our mentors teach by example the importance of giving and giving back, of staying in school, and of having respect for family, peers and community. Each me we pair a child with a mentor or introduce a group of students to an in‐school program, we start something incredible – a life‐changing rela onship built on friendship, trust and empowerment. Whether it’s in the form of me or money there is no more important investment we as individuals can make than in helping our na on’s children realize – and share – their full poten al.

We’re Big Brothers Big Sisters, and we believe in the value and values of mentoring.

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A ending a professional development conference for the first me can be very in mida ng, par cularly if you are not a ending with friends. At some point in me we’ve all been there! Your 2017 conference commi ee knows how difficult it can be when you’re not familiar with the program or ac vi es and we truly want you to enjoy this conference. In the months of planning for this event we’ve con nuously referred to the growing list of members new to our organiza on.

Our “Procurement ‐ One Wonder a er Another” theme reflects our intent to provide a program

that provides value to those who’ve been in public procurement for many years and also for those who are in the early stages of their career. This is your opportunity to explore new ideas, reaffirm what you already know, network, and discover the wealth of knowledge available to you as a member of the OPBA. So come out and join us, you’re about to meet and make some really great friends!!

Tips for first me a endees: Arrive at the conference early and get comfortable with the facility before your days become too hec c. Locate the Registra on/Informa on Desk, these volunteers are invaluable and know everything about

the conference. Always keep your map and program on hand so you know where things are happening. Don’t be afraid to speak up and ask ques ons. Dress Code is Business Dress Casual. Watch for the loca on of the First mer’s meet and greet on your Check‐In registra on. Par cipate in everything!

IS THIS YOUR FIRST OPBA CONFERENCE?

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Tuesday, September 26, 2017

12:00 pm ‐ 6:00 pm 9th Annual Caveat Emptor Cup Challenge ‐ Thundering Waters Golf Course

6:00 pm ‐ 11:00 pm 9th Annual Caveat Emptor Cup 19th Hole ‐ Hospitality Suite

8:00 am ‐ 5:00 pm Informa on/Registra on Desk

7:00 am ‐ 8:30 am Breakfast ‐ NIGP & OPBA Courses Only

8:00 am ‐ 5:00 pm NIGP Course ‐TOTAL COST ANALYSIS FOR BEST VALUE DECISIONS ‐ Omid Ghamami

8:30 am ‐ 3:30 pm OPBA Principles Course ‐ INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION ‐ Tina Iacoe

11:45 am ‐ 12:30 pm Lunch

12:30 pm ‐ 1:00 pm Opening Ceremonies

1:00 pm ‐ 2:00 pm KEYNOTE: ALL HEART ‐ Michael “Pinball” Clemons

2:00 pm ‐ 2:15 pm Break

2:15 pm ‐ 3:15 pm INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR ‐ Robin McCleave

3:15 pm ‐ 4:00 pm Break ‐ Hotel Check‐in

4:00 pm ‐ 5:00 pm PLANNING AND CONDUCTING COLLABORATIVE PROCUREMENT‐ Steve Johnston and Cathryn Kallwitz

5:45 pm ‐ 6:30 pm FIRST TIME ATTENDEES MEET/GREET

7:00 pm ‐ 10:30 pm DINNER AND EVENING ILLUMINATION BOAT TOUR

In combina on with a dinner / recep on on the Hornblower Lower Landing.

11:00 pm ‐ 1:00 am Hospitality Suite

6:30 pm sharp Bus to Depart for Evening Illumina on Tour

10:30 pm sharp Bus to Depart for Hotel

2017 CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

Wednesday, September 27, 2017

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7:00 am ‐ 8:30 am Breakfast

8:30 am ‐ 3:30 pm OPBA Principles Course ‐ RISK MANAGEMENT ‐ Sco Agnello

8:30 am ‐ 9:30 am A POSITIVE INFLUENCE: GAINING COMMITMENT TO THE PROCUREMENT PROCESS THROUGH LEADERSHIP ‐ Rashmi Biswas

9:30 am ‐ 9:45 am Break

9:45 am ‐ 10:45 am MANAGING FAIRNESS ‐ Judy Wilson

10:45 am ‐ 11:00 am Break

11:00 am ‐ 12:00 pm MAKING MEETINGS WORK ‐ Jared Goldman

12:00 pm ‐ 12:45 pm Lunch

12:45 pm ‐ 1:30 pm OPBA Annual General Mee ng

1:30 pm ‐ 2:30 pm ONTARIO’S VENDOR OF RECORD PROGRAM ‐ DRIVING VALUE FOR MONEY ‐ Wes Lapish

2:30 pm ‐ 2:45 pm Break

2:45 pm ‐ 3:45 pm TOP 10 PROCUREMENT PROCESS RISKS FOR 2017‐2018 ‐ Maureen Sullivan

5:30 pm ‐ 10:30 pm PRESIDENT’S GALA

5:30 pm ‐ 6:15 pm Cash Bar

6:15 pm ‐ 10:30 pm President’s Gala Dinner, Awards and Entertainment ‐ Business Dress Casual

11:00 pm ‐1:00 am Hospitality Suite

Thursday, September 28, 2017


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7:00 am ‐ 8:30 am Breakfast

8:30 am ‐ 9:30 am COMPETITION BUREAU’S BID‐RIGGING DETECTION AND ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS ‐ Mark Warner

9:30 am ‐ 10:00 am Break ‐ Hotel Check out

10:00 am ‐ 11:00 am CONTRACT LAW OVERVIEW ‐ Theresa Hartley

11:15 am ‐ 12:15 pm KEYNOTE: LEADING CHANGE, NEGOTIATIONS AND STANDING OUT IN YOUR CULTURE ‐ Neil Thornton

12:15 pm ‐ 12:30 pm Closing Address ‐ OPBA President ‐ Michelle Palmer

12:30 pm LUNCH TO GO

11:00 am‐11:15 am Break


Friday, September 29, 2017

Denotes Con nuing Educa on (Non‐Accredited) ac vi es towards ini al or recer fica on UPPCC Creden als

SPEAKERS & PRESENTERS

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Wednesday, September 27, 2017 8:30 am ‐ 3:30 pm Niagara Room

OPBA Principles Course: Introduc on to Construc on Tina Iacoe, City of Hamilton

This introductory course gives an overview of standardized contracts to engage both a prime consultant and a contractor for construc on projects. Candidates will discuss the prime consultant’s responsibili es in a construc on project, during both the construc on phase of a project and the actual construc on phase. Candidates will also discuss the various sec ons within a Request for Tenders/Proposals that deal specifically with construc on and the administra on of the construc on contract.

TINA IACOE is the Manager of Procurement for the City of Hamilton, a one‐ er municipality that is Ontario’s fi h largest city and Canada’s tenth most populated city. Tina has been working in procurement for over 27 years, with over 18 years working within municipali es and 9 years in the private sector food industry. Tina obtained her CPPB accredita on in 2006 and her CPPO accredita on in 2010. She has served on the governing board of the Ontario Public Buyer’s Associa on for many years as Director of the Principles Program, as Treasurer and currently as Vice President. Tina teaches various Principles of Effec ve Public Purchasing Cer ficate courses on behalf of the OPBA and in 2012, authored the new Principles chapter “Introduc on to Construc on”. In her public procurement experience, Tina has worked on many large and complex projects, many of which are consultant and construc on related. Through these projects, she brings with her a number of real life experiences to share and learn from.


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OPBA Principles Course: Risk Management Sco Agnello, Regional Municipality of Waterloo

Thursday, September 28, 2017 8:30 am ‐ 3:30 pm Niagara Room

This course examines the various issues associated with managing risk when purchasing goods and services in the public sector. Candidates are given an overview of common risk issues, including those of ownership and copyright, the right to privacy, compe ve bidding irregulari es, occupa onal health and safety, environmental responsibili es and accountability in terms of personal and corporate liability.

Sco Agnello is currently the Supervisor of Procurement for the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario. He has over 16 years of supply chain experience a ained through his experience with both private (automo ve and high technology) and public sector organiza ons. Sco is a graduate of the Business Administra on ‐ Materials Management program at Conestoga College, where he graduated in 2001. Sco received his Cer fied Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designa on from the Universal Public Procurement Cer fica on Council (UPPCC) in 2012 and went on to receive the Cer fied Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) designa on though UPPCC in 2013. He has been an Ontario Public Buyers Associa on (OPBA) governing board member since 2013, and Sco is currently serving the first of a two year term as the OPBA’s newly created Director, Communica ons. He has served on the board as a mentee to the Director of Post Secondary/Student Rela ons previously and is the Chair of the OPBA’s Editorial Board which is responsible for publishing the associa on’s quarterly magazine, the Caveat Emptor.


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Wednesday, September 27, 2017 8:00 am ‐ 5:00 pm Ontario Room

Total Cost Analysis for Best Value Decisions Omid Ghamami, CPSCM, MBA

Knowing the difference between acquisi on cost and total cost can make a difference to the final analysis of any acquisi on. Cost modeling can drive op miza on and help prevent post contract financial overruns. In this course, students will learn how to reduce purchasing costs without sacrificing quality or effec veness. Upon successful comple on of this course par cipants will be able to:

Omid Ghamami, MBA, CPSCM has 18 years’ experience with Intel Corp, holding responsibility for $1B + in annual expenditures as a procurement execu ve, and also managing Intel's global procurement opera ons. He was also responsible for the nego a on planning, execu on, & training processes for the en re $16B global procurement organiza on. Since 1995, Omid has performed consul ng, training, and execu ve coaching for thousands of procurement execu ves and professionals from 19 different countries on topics related to the en re spectrum of procurement, supply chain management, purchasing contract law, nego a ons, and supplier management. Omid has trained all 50 Chief Purchasing Officers of the United States as well as many public agencies, has been sought out and interviewed by Fortune Magazine regarding Fortune 500 strategies for success in the 21st century, and has also presented by request to Harvard University’s pres gious Supply Chain Management program. Omid specializes in helping public procurement professionals generate be er

performance results, be er influence results with end users and bid commi ees, the ability to be er drive best value decision making within the constraints of the public procurement environment, and the skills needed to prevent supplier performance excursions instead of being able to respond to them. Omid has published a mul tude of ar cles in pres gious global procurement journals, is the author of two procurement books that are best‐sellers in our profession, and has 50+ hours of TV appearances as a procurement industry expert. Omid is also the founder, chief architect, & exclusive Adjunct Professor of Procurement for the only procurement curriculum/cer ficate program in the California State Community College System. Omid holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business from California State University Sacramento and a Master’s Degree in Business from the University of California, where he was Class President.

Analyze and iden fy cost components of various types of purchases.

Understand the different types of cost models and when to use them.

Employ tools and techniques for cost op miza on.

Determine techniques that support best value decisions.


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Wednesday, September 27, 2017 1:00 pm ‐ 2:00 pm Oakes South Room

All Heart: Michael “Pinball” Clemons

Vice‐Chair—Toronto Argonauts

In the rich 134‐year history of the Toronto Argonauts, there are many football heroes who have brought pride to the City of Toronto and the Double Blue but it is difficult to find a more popular name in team history than Michael Clemons. Born and raised in Florida, the William and Mary economics graduate began his career in the CFL in 1989 a er a brief s nt in the Na onal Football League. As a player, Clemons compiled a brilliant CFL career with the Toronto Argonauts, including a pro‐football record for most career combined yards with 25,396. On September 15, 2000, Pinball hung up his Double Blue jersey a er 12 brilliant seasons to move directly into the posi on of Head Coach. He re red with 12 all‐ me team records to his credit, including career recep ons (682).

The man they call "Pinball" officially took over the coaching reins of the Argonauts for the second me on December 17, 2002. A er guiding the team to its first playoff appearance in 3 years, when he took over as head coach from Gary Etcheverry on an interim basis for the second half of the 2002 season, Clemons earned recogni on as a finalist for CFL Coach of the Year honours, an honour he has repeated in 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006. In 2004, Clemons led the team to its first Grey Cup victory since 1997, his first as Head Coach.

In 2007, the Argos finished in first place for the second me under Coach Clemons’ guidance. He is the se‐cond‐winningest coach in Argo history with 68 wins, second only to Bob O’Billovich, and is one of just three coaches, O’Billovich and Leo Cahill, in team history to coach at least 100 games (124) in Double Blue. Toronto clinched its sixth consecu ve playoff berth this season, which ed with Lew Hayman for the longest streak by a head coach in team history. Michael Clemons is also ed for third place, with Cahill, in Argo history for most playoff appearances by an Argonauts Head Coach with six. Clemons finishes his career with a life me regular season coaching record of 68‐55‐1 and a .552 winning percentage.

Known for a personality that is as electric as his style of play on the field was, Clemons redefines the meaning of community involvement and has been recognized by many organiza ons for his reless work with chari es, schools and other community groups. In 2007, he fulfilled a long me ambi on by launching the Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons Founda on to quicken academic excellence, infuse depth of character, promote health and vitality, and inspire generosity in our youth. In February 2006, Clemons was named Chair of the Youth Challenge Fund by Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty. In 2005, he was an integral part of launching The Argos Founda on – Stop The Violence and was later named to its Board.

Whether in uniform, on the sidelines, or in the front office, Pinball has always been and con nues to be one of Canada's favourite personali es. Clemons and his wife Diane, along with their treasured daughters, Rachel, Raven, and Rylie, are proud to call Oakville home.


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Insurance and Risk Management in the Public Sector Robin McCleave, CRM, BFL Canada Risk and Insurance Services Inc.

This session will give Par cipants a be er understanding of:

What each policy covers

What insurance coverages to ask for based on the services the organiza on is tendering for

Why it is important for a poten al bidder’s insurance broker to have a clear understanding of what your

organiza on requires – the bidder could/would be disqualified if he/she did not meet the organiza on’s

insurance specifica ons

Why it is best to be clear before the tender is released what insurance coverages and limits your

organiza on requires – pricing is generally ght and any addi onal limits or coverages would increase

the bidder’s costs

What would be considered standard coverages and condi ons in the insurance marketplace

What general condi ons would apply to all policies

Robin McCleave has extensive public sector experience from 1998 to the

present. She joined BFL in 2011 where she is the V.P. of Insurance and Risk

Management for their public sector department. Prior to joining BFL Robin

was the Director of Risk for OMEX and held various risk management

related posi ons with Mul ‐Na onal Brokerage Firms and the Royal Bank

of Canada. Along with managing the risk management needs of her

municipal clients, she also works closely with various legal firms to keep

abreast of current municipal case law. Robin has successfully achieved her

Canadian Risk Management Designa on. She is a cer fied playground

inspector and a Registered Insurance Broker in the Province of Ontario.


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Planning and Conduc ng Collabora ve Procurement

Steve Johnston, Managing Director, Team Lead / Lead Fairness Commissioner Cathryn Kallwitz, Director, Opera ons, Senior Fairness Commissioner / Advisor

RFP Solu ons


Increasingly, public sector organiza ons are consul ng with industry to be er inform the buying organiza on’s requirements, contract structure, or provide greater insight into the capacity within the marketplace. This session will look at a variety of industry engagement methodologies that prac oners may employ as part of a procurement process.

Steve Johnston serves as RFP Solu ons' Managing Director from its office in O awa, Ontario. RFP Solu ons specializes in providing procurement support to the public sector in Canada. With many years of experience, Steve Johnston is a recognized leader in the area of public procurement, including fairness advisory and review services. Steve was a very ac ve member of the federal procurement and real property communi es, serving on various interdepart‐mental fora. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Ins tute for Procurement and Materiel Management (CIPMM) for many years and served as President for three (3) terms (most recently from 2011‐2014) and is currently the past president. He was also a founding member of the Real Property Ins tute of Canada. In 2012, Steve received the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal in recogni on of his contribu ons to the Federal Public Service.

Cathryn Kallwitz works exclusively in the area of public sector procurement and asset and materiel management alongside some of Canada’s leading experts in the field. As Director, Opera ons for RFP Solu ons Inc. and Setaside Solu ons (RFP Solu ons’ Aboriginal Joint Venture partner), she provides strategic and transac onal advice and assistance to public sector clients in the planning, development and execu on of complex strategies, risk assessments, RFx requirements, organiza onal asset management and procurement requirements and the design, development and implementa on of qualita ve and quan ta ve research strategies, informa on management and evalua on methodologies and document standards. Cathryn is a leading expert in the applica on of Comprehensive Land Claims Agreements in procurement and the Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business. She possesses over thirteen (13) years of full‐me prac cal and relevant work experience in the field of procurement and

asset/materiel management.


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Thursday, September 28, 2017 8:30 am ‐ 9:30 am Oakes South Room

Rashmi Biswas has successfully led large teams, held profit and loss ac‐

countability, and gained extensive business experience within corporate and

academic arenas in Canada, the USA and the UK. Working with clients in

North America, South America, and Asia, in her role with Lake and Asso‐

ciates, Rashmi specializes in leadership development, team perfor‐

mance and process facilita on. Rashmi holds a Masters degree in Human

Resource Management, from Sheffield Hallam University; a BSc (HONS)

in Hotel and Catering Management, from Manchester Metropolitan Univer‐

sity; and a Postgraduate Cer ficate in Adult Educa on, Facilita on and

Training from the University of Teesside. Rashmi is a Step II Myers‐Briggs©

Prac oner and a cer fied facilitator in The Coaching Leader™ (Forrest &

Company Ltd). Rashmi is an Instructor with the Centre for Innova on,

Management and Enterprise Educa on, The Goodman School of Business,

Brock University, and a program Facilitator with the Ontario Ins tute for

Studies in Educa on (OISE), University of Toronto. Rashmi is the author of

the mo va onal book “Rash Decisions: Accept Where You Are, And Then…

Be Amazing” and she is a qualified yoga teacher.

A Posi ve Influence: Gaining Commitment to the Procurement Process through Leadership

Rashmi Biswas, MSc., Lake and Associates Canada Inc.

The session will review this topic from a procurement perspec ve in support of the following objec ves:

• Recognize influencing as a leadership impera ve for Procurement professionals

• Iden fy the skills and behaviours associated with successful influencing within the public sector

• Explore prac cal techniques for handling compe ng interests


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Managing Fairness Judy Wilson, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

As the case law develops, we are ge ng insights into the specifics of what “fair” procurement looks like. The cases have now dealt with a number of unfair prac ces including, failure to provide equal disclosure of infor‐ma on to all bidders, evalua on based on reputa on, favouri sm or discrimina on against incumbents, un‐reasonable melines for bidders to submit their proposals/tenders, applica on of undisclosed or arbitrary evalua on criteria, procuring authority bias or conflict of interest, applying scoring methodologies that are contrary to reasonable expecta ons, crea ng scoring methodologies a er the bids have been opened, and using interviews to evaluate bidders when interviews were not contemplated by the procurement docu‐ments (to name a few). However, since all of this is dependent on facts, and new ways to act unfairly keep cropping up, how does a procuring authority handle this? Are fairness monitors the answer? Is fairness a legal concept or an intui ve concept? The session will deal with all of these ques ons as well as present a number of fairness scenarios that par cipants will be asked to judge as to whether the procuring authority has acted in a fair or unfair fashion.

Thursday, September 28, 2017 9:45 am ‐ 10:45 am Oakes South Room

With over 30 years of experience dealing with commercial and procurement issues, Judy Wilson has advised clients across the globe on the full spectrum of infrastructure and public procurement issues. She has exten‐sive experience in contracts to engage the private sector in the provision of tradi onal government services. She has also led a wide range of transac ons to engage the private sector, including design‐build‐finance‐maintain, opera ons and maintenance, and facili es management of public‐sector facili es, as well as the provision of clinical services in the community‐care sector.

Judy is a leading prac oner in the field of alterna ve finance and procurement projects and infrastructure development projects in industries such as health care, transit and transporta on, nuclear energy, and infor‐ma on technology systems. She has developed and implemented procurement and contract documenta on to support a wide range of public‐private partnerships (P3s), and has provided ad‐vice and legal opinions rela ng to procurement processes and evalua on, project risk management and mi ga on strategies, project structuring, and agreements. Judy is recognized as a leading lawyer in the following publica ons:

Chambers Global: The World's Leading Lawyers for Business 2017 (Projects and Public Procurement)

Who's Who Legal: Canada 2016 (Government Contracts)

The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2016 (Infrastructure Law)

The Legal 500 Canada 2016 (Leading Lawyer ‐ Public Procurement; Recommended ‐ Infrastructure & Projects)

The Best Lawyers in Canada 2016 (Public Finance Law and Public Procurement Law)

Chambers Global: The World's Leading Lawyers for Business 2016 (Projects: PPP & Infrastructure, and Public Procurement)


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Thursday, September 28, 2017 11:00 am ‐ 12:00 pm Oakes South Room

Jared Goldman is a professional mee ng facilitator and trainer. He excels at run‐ning well‐structured, crea ve and engaging facilita ons that lead directly to the desired results of the client.

Jared has a knack for conceptual thinking. His background as a musician and music educator aids him in communica ng complex ideas in relatable and crea ve ways. Because of this, Jared is able to foster collabora on, build engagement and improve communica on within organiza ons.

Jared holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance from Humber College and is also a long‐ me member of the Canadian Naval Reserve. He combines his unique mixture of crea ve and organiza onal experience to deliver relevant material to any client regardless of their culture, background or demographic.

Jared recently joined Facilita on First and has already demonstrated that he can immediately create a safe, comfortable atmosphere amongst a diverse audience. As a “millennial” himself, Jared is par cularly strong at drawing out and rela ng to this group.

Making Mee ngs Work Jared Goldman, Facilita on First

More and more people are a ending mee ngs that are inefficient, a waste of me and add no value! At the same me, procurement professionals are being asked to collaborate more o en with internal departments and suppliers to maximize buying decisions resul ng in the need to lead more group discussions. It is no surprise that mee ng facilita on is quickly becoming a core competency area for the profession. During this interac ve one‐hour presenta on, we will highlight the major components for running an effec ve mee ng.

Par cipants will leave with new ideas for changing their mee ng culture and some techniques for how to ini ate this process. They will leave with a sense of:

Why mee ngs don't work! The 2 most important elements of all mee ngs How to effec vely:

Start a mee ng Ensure par cipants are ge ng value Maximize par cipa on Close the mee ng


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Ontario’s Vendor of Record Program ‐ Driving Value for Money Wes Lapish, Supply Chain Ontario

Learn firsthand from the Government of Ontario’s Director of Enterprise Procurement about the province’s

Vendor of Record Program.

In par cular, a endees will learn what this enterprise‐level program is, why it exists, how it provides benefit

to the government and how Ontario’s broader public sector en es can leverage the program to drive

significant cost reduc ons and create capacity for other value added ac vi es in their own organiza ons.

Thursday, September 28, 2017 1:30 pm ‐ 2:30 pm Oakes South Room

Wes Lapish is the Director of the Enterprise Procurement Branch in Sup‐

ply Chain Ontario, part of Ontario Shared Services at the Ontario Minis‐

try of Government and Consumer Services.

Wes is responsible for leading the government’s vendor of record program

which establishes and manages enterprise‐wide contracts for commonly

used goods and services, including informa on technology.

Wes has more than 28 years of public sector experience, of which the last

17 have been devoted to leadership roles for procurement opera ons,

controllership, and policy in the Government of Ontario.


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Thursday, September 28, 2017 2:45 pm ‐ 3:45 pm Oakes South Room

Maureen Sullivan has been an instructor and curriculum designer with NECI since 1995. In 2010, Maureen managed the curriculum development process for the Public Sector Procurement Program (PSPP), that has since been accredited by the Supply Chain Sector Council and won the Summit Award of Excellence for Leadership in Public Procurement.

In 2009, Maureen assumed ownership of NECI. Under her visionary leadership, she catapulted NECI to become Canada’s leader in developing an engaging, interac ve, online learning pla orm for procurement professionals.

An experienced li gator, mediator and dispute resolu on prac oner, Maureen has an in‐depth knowledge of both procurement law and contrac ng issues with par cular exper se in nego a ons. In her spare me, she volunteers in Restora ve Jus ce.

Renowned for her engaging teaching style, one of Maureen’s many strengths is her ability to integrate legal concepts with business prac ces, making o en‐difficult concepts accessible and understandable for learners at all levels.

Top 10 Procurement Risks for 2017—2018 Maureen Sullivan, NECI Legal Edge

During this interac ve session, par cipants will discuss and review the most li gious areas of procurement that are likely to take on a higher profile in 2017 to 2018. Among topics, we will discuss the crucial importance of not only ensuring the evalua on process is conducted fairly, but to document the process well. As many li gants learned in 2016, the best inten ons in the world won’t assist if the organiza on doesn’t have adequate documenta on to convince a Court or other bid challenge authority. We will explore various cases related to incorrect, misleading or ambiguous informa on given out to bidders, as well as emerging obliga ons on bidders to seek clarifica on. Our discussions will also encompass the implica ons of using a Nego able RFP process that seeks to bypass tradi onal implied legal obliga ons for compe on.


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Compe on Bureau’s Bid‐Rigging Detec on & Enforcement Efforts Mark Warner, MAAW Law

The Government of Canada has emphasized infrastructure investments. This creates an opportunity for the Compe on Bureau to contribute its exper se to safeguarding the government spending that will fuel municipal and provincial infrastructure projects across Canada. Likewise the Organiza on for Economic Coopera on and Development (OECD) has noted that the dis nc ve nature of public procurement and its context make it par cularly vulnerable to collusion and corrup on, par cularly in the construc on sector. Mark Warner will discuss the Bureau’s tools and recent enforcement efforts to prevent, detect, and deter this bid‐rigging in public procurement markets.

Friday, September 29, 2017 8:30 am ‐ 9:30 am Oakes South Room

Mark Warner is an Ontario and New York a orney specializing in compe on, trade and investment law. He has prac ced law in leading law firms in Toronto, Washington, New York and Brussels, has served as counsel to the Organisa on for Economic Co‐opera on and Development (OECD) in Paris, and is a former Director of Legal Services for Ontario Ministry of Economic Development & Trade, Ministry of Research & Innova on and Ministry of Consumer Services.

As Legal Director, Mark advised Ontario in the Canada‐EU Trade Agreement (CETA) nego a ons, on procurement issues in the Canada‐U.S. Agreement on Government Procurement and on several NAFTA Chapter 11 Investor‐State arbitra ons. Mark’s compe on law experience includes advising firms and execu ves on merger no fica on and review, cartel enforcement, distribu on and pricing, abuse of dominance and monopoli‐za on and compliance issues.

He earned a BA from McGill, an MA in Economics from the University of Toronto, a JD from Osgoode Hall Law School and an LLM from Georgetown University Law Centre. Mark is a past Chair of the Interna onal and Economics Commi ees of the American Bar Associa on Sec on of An trust Law as well as a member of various Sec on Task Forces. He has been listed in the Euromoney / Interna onal Financial Law Review Guide to the World’s Leading Compe on lawyers and in 2015 was elected a Fellow of the American Bar Founda on.

Mark can be reached at: [email protected].


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Friday, September 29, 2017 10:00 am ‐ 11:00 am Oakes South Room

Theresa Hartley received her Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), gradua ng with high dis nc on, in 1999 from the University of Toronto. She obtained her Bachelor of Laws degree from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2002. Theresa was called to the Ontario Bar in Fall, 2003. Theresa has prac ced commercial and insurance li ga on since her call to the bar, including bankruptcy and insolvency, contractual disputes, professional negligence and breach of fiduciary du es. Theresa has appeared before various administra ve tribunals, the Ontario Superior Court of Jus ce, including commercial court, and the Ontario Court of Appeal. Theresa also has experience in alterna ve dispute resolu on and has par cipated in both media ons and arbitra ons.

Contract Law Overview Theresa Hartley, Partner, McCague Borlack LLP

This session will provide an overview of the basic principles of contract law beginning with an analysis of the Supreme Court of Canada case Sa va Capital Corp. v. Creston Moly Corp., [2014] 2 SCR 633, which significantly changed this area of the law.

The session will then focus on specific issues arising in contract law, par cularly in rela on to:

Lease Agreements (property and equipment), Construc on Contracts, Maintenance Contracts, Vendor Agreements, Shared Agreements, Snow Removal and Landscaping Contracts.

This will include a discussion about:

1. Limita on of Liability Clauses

2. Hold Harmless Clauses

3. Waivers

from various perspec ves including:

Nego a on tac cs

Proper wordings

Enforceability

Impact on subsequent li ga on


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Leading Change, Nego a ons and Standing out in your Culture Neil Thornton, President, The Thornton Group of Companies

Procurement managers and professionals today are being asked to produce increased tangible results, lead and inspire teams and contribute to corporate culture and strategic direc on. Many are championed with this role; all the while workload, stress and me is under constant pressure. Through establishing clear boundaries and applying proven change principles, teams are impacted and breakthrough results can occur. One only need to recognize that new thinking, influence and strong requests will make the difference. This interac ve presenta on will allow for open discussion and interac on with similar colleagues and peers. Par cipants will receive real‐world, proven resources, ideas and hands‐on tools to apply back in the work‐place the following day. Objec ves:

Why procurement should be at the head of the table

The elements of leading change; if one is missing you're in trouble

Do people really resist change?

Stop trying to push a rope

The importance of explaining the 'why' before the 'how'

The new reality of ' me associa on'

Friday, September 29, 2017 11:15 am ‐ 12:15 pm Oakes South Room

Since star ng The Thornton Group, Neil has made a commitment to share the ideas, insights and trends that he has learned in over two decades of consul ng, business development, entrepreneurship and coaching business leaders.

In his work, Neil can be found in the field, on job sites, shop floors, mee ng areas and board rooms . From boots to shoes and coveralls to suits, he communicates and connects from years of experience where it counts most…..in the trenches of the real world of business. He has a no‐holds barred style of integrity and directness. Neil helps his clients build culture and drive change by ensuring they have the right people in the right roles and communica ng a clear and commi ed corporate vision and strategy. Neil can be found by searching him on Google, connec ng with him on LinkedIn, or by visi ng thorntongroup.ca.

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WHAT YOUR CONFERENCE PACKAGE INCLUDES

Register directly online at www.opba.ca To register for an NIGP Course or NIGP Conference Package, a endees need to register through OPBA Central Office. Further informa on regarding registering for NIGP courses can be obtained by contac ng Andrea Minden‐hall, 905‐825‐6000 ext. 7037 or [email protected] Cancella ons must be made in wri ng and will only be honoured on or before August 21, 2017, a er which we cannot refund your money. Contact OPBA Central Office telephone: 905‐682‐2644 if you have any difficul es or ques ons.

3 Day Conference Package (Member or Non‐Member) (No NIGP Course)

OPBA 3 Day Conference Package includes 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, coffee breaks, Wednesday evening ac vity (including food), Thursday evening President’s Gala and all seminars.

1 Day Conference Package (Member or Non‐Member)

OPBA 1 Day Conference Package includes 1 breakfast (Wednesday or Thursday), 1 lunch, coffee breaks and evening dinner and ac vity (Wednesday or Thursday).

3 Day Conference Package with 1 Day NIGP Course and Thursday Friday OPBA Conference

NIGP 1 Day Course Conference Package includes 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, coffee breaks, Wednesday evening ac vity (including dinner), Thursday conference sessions, evening President’s Gala and Friday conference sessions.

1 Day NIGP Course

NIGP 1 Day Course includes breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks.

REGISTRATION

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Name: ____________________________ Preferred Name for Badge: __________________________

Designa on: CPPO CPPB CSCMP (CPP) Other:________________________________

Title: _________________________________ Agency: _____________________________________

Address: ______________________________City: ____________________ Postal Code: __________

Phone: ____________________________e‐mail: __________________________________________

Guest of Registered Delegate:________________ Preferred Name for Badge: _____________________

PLEASE NOTE: If you require special assistance, including dietary restric ons in order to par cipate fully in our Conference, please indicate the nature of assistance or dietary restric on here: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

REGISTRATION PACKAGES, DATES AND DEADLINES Registra on a er August 21, 2017 is not guaranteed.

Registra on to be received

by August 21, 2017

Late Registra on received between August 22 and

September 12, 2017

Transfer Amounts to Page Two

3 Day Conference Package (OPBA, NIGP or SCMA Member)

$575.00 (taxes incl.) $775.00 (taxes incl.) $

3 Day Conference Package (Non‐Member)


1 Day Conference Package (Member or Non‐Member) Includes 1 Day Conference or 1 Day OPBA Course


ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED ON‐LINE AT www.opba.ca

** Maximum** 20 people per class (NIGP and OPBA sessions only). Register early to avoid disappointment.

Check here if you are a First Time Attendee

GENERAL REGISTRATION

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TOTAL PAYMENT ENCLOSED: __________________________

Method of Payment: CHEQUE _________ VISA _________ MASTERCARD _________

If you require a receipt or copy of your credit card voucher, please check here: ________ IF YOU ARE PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, PLEASE COMPLETE THE INFORMATION BELOW:

Name as it appears on the card: _____________________________________

Credit Card Number: ___________________________________ Expiry Date: ______________

If you are registering by fax or by mail, please forward the 3 registra on pages and complete the following:

Cheques must be payable to “Ontario Public Buyers Associa on” and mailed along with the registra on form to OPBA, 111 Fourth Avenue, Ridley Square, Suite 361, St. Catharines, ON L2S 3P5” and received by mail before August 21, 2017. No post dated cheques with dates a er September 12, 2017 will be accepted. If you are paying by credit card, you may forward the registra on form by fax to 888‐416‐7767 or by mail. Confirma on and / or a receipt will be supplied upon request only. Cancella ons must be made in wri ng and will only be honoured on or before August 21, 2017 a er which we cannot re‐fund your money. Contact OPBA Central Office telephone: 905‐682‐2644 if you have any difficul es or ques ons.

The following meal prices shown are for those registered delegates who wish to a end an event or meal func on not already included in their conference package or for guests accompanying a registered delegate who wish to a end any of the conference meal func ons.

Cost per Func on # of A endees for Func on

Total Cost

Wednesday Lunch $35.00 (taxes incl.) $

Wednesday Night Event $55.00 (taxes incl.) $

Thursday Morning Breakfast $25.00 (taxes incl.) $

Thursday OPBA AGM Lunch $35.00 (taxes incl.) $

Thursday Night Event ‐ President’s Gala

$100.00 (taxes incl.) $

Friday Morning Breakfast $25.00 (taxes incl.) $

Total of this page $

Total from previous page

$

Grand Total (taxes incl.)

$

Friday Lunch $25.00 (taxes incl.) $


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CONFERENCE SEMINAR AND EVENT SCHEDULE VERY IMPORTANT: Please indicate with a (x) all seminars and events that you will be attending during the

conference. This information is required for attendance purposes.

Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm NIGP Course - Total Cost Analysis for Best Value Decisions

Wednesday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm OPBA Principles Course - Introduction to Construction

Thursday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm OPBA Principles Course - Risk Management

Wednesday 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Keynote - All Heart: Michael “Pinball” Clemons

2:15 pm - 3:15 pm Insurance and Risk Management in the Public Sector

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Planning and Conducting Collaborative Procurement

5:45 pm - 6:30 pm First Time Attendees Meet & Greet

6:30 pm - 10:30 pm Dinner and Evening Illumination Boat Tour in combination with a dinner/reception on the Hornblower Lower Landing

Thursday 8:30 am - 9:30 am A Positive Influence: Gaining Commitment to the Procurement Process through Leadership

9:45 am - 10:45 am Managing Fairness

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Making Meetings Work

12:45 pm - 1:30 pm OPBA Annual General Meeting

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Ontario’s Vendor of Record Program - Driving Value for Money

2:45 pm - 3:45 pm Top 10 Procurement Process Risks for 2017-2018

5:30 pm - 10:30 pm President’s Gala

Friday 8:30 am - 9:30 am Competition Bureau’s Bid-Rigging Detection and Enforcement Efforts

10:00 am - 11:00 am Contract Law Overview

11:15 am - 12:15 pm Keynote - Leading Change, Negotiations and Standing Out in Your Culture

12:15 pm - 12:30 pm Closing Address


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NIGP COURSE INFORMATION REGISTRATION PACKAGES, DATES AND DEADLINES

Registra on a er August 25, 2017 is not guaranteed.

Select One Op on

Registra on to be

received by August 21, 2017

Late Registra on received between August 22 and

August 25, 2017

NIGP Members

NIGP 1 Day Course and OPBA Conference Package, (Includes NIGP 1 Day course, Thurs‐day and Friday OPBA Sessions, Wednesday and Thursday evening events)

$765.00 (taxes incl.)

$815.00 (taxes incl.) Registra on not guaranteed

NIGP Members

NIGP 1 Day Course ‐ ONLY (Includes Breakfast and Lunch) Total Cost Analysis for Best Value Decisions



OPBA Members




OPBA Members




Non‐Members



$985..00 (taxes incl.) Registra on not guaranteed

Non‐Members



$745..00 (taxes incl.) Registra on not guaranteed

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Name: ____________________________ Preferred Name for Badge: __________________________

Designa on: CPPO CPPB CSCMP (CPP) Other:________________________________

Membership (Select one): NIGP OPBA Non‐Member

Title: _________________________________ Agency: _____________________________________

Address: ______________________________City: ____________________ Postal Code: __________

Phone: ____________________________e‐mail: __________________________________________

Guest of Registered Delegate:________________ Preferred Name for Badge: _____________________

PLEASE NOTE: If you require special assistance, including dietary restric ons in order to par cipate fully in our Conference, please indicate the nature of assistance or dietary restric on here:

Check here if you are a First Time Attendee NIGP COURSE REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION PACKAGES, DATES AND DEADLINES Registra on a er August 25, 2017 is not guaranteed.

Registra on to be received by

August 21, 2017

Late Registra on received between August 22 and August 25, 2017

TOTAL

NIGP 1 Day and OPBA Conference Package (Includes NIGP 1 Day course, Thursday and Friday OPBA Sessions, Wednesday and Thursday evening events)

$ $ Registra on not guaranteed

$

NIGP 1 Day ‐ ONLY Total Cost Analysis for Best Value Decisions

$ $ Registra on not guaranteed

$

** Maximum** 20 people per class (NIGP and OPBA sessions only). Register early to avoid disappointment If you are paying by credit card, you may forward the registra on form by fax to 888‐416‐7767 or email: [email protected]

TOTAL PAYMENT ENCLOSED: __________________________

Method of Payment: CHEQUE _________ VISA _________ MASTERCARD _________

If you require a receipt or copy of your credit card voucher, please check here: ________

IF YOU ARE PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, PLEASE COMPLETE THE INFORMATION BELOW:

Name as it appears on the card: _____________________________________

Credit Card Number: ___________________________________ Expiry Date: ______________

ALL REGISTRATIONS FOR NIGP COURSE MUST BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO OPBA

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OPBA CONFERENCE DISCLAIMERS

Right to Refuse Admission OPBA reserves the right to refuse admission, at the discre on of the OBPA Conference Director and/or Execu ve. If admission is refused part‐way through the conference, OPBA will refund a propor onate amount of the fee.

Photo and Video Release OPBA will take photographs and some video at the 2017 OPBA Annual Conference and may use them in news or promo onal materials whether in print or electronic format, or other media, including the OPBA website. By par cipa ng in the 2017 OPBA conference, you grant OPBA the right to use your name and photograph for such purposes. If you have security or safety concerns, please contact OPBA and we will do our best not to use any photos of you.

General Program informa on distributed prior to the conference is subject to change. It is agreed that the OPBA, its employees, officers, volunteers, contracted staff, and agents shall not be held liable or responsible for any loss, injury, or damages, however caused, to any person engaged by par cipa ng or a ending the 2017 OPBA Conference. It is agreed that the OPBA, its employees, agents, and officers reserve the right to refuse admission, cancel or reschedule programs, change speakers, loca ons, or revise content.

REGISTRATION

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Hotel Room Rates: Cityview—$149.00 Fallsview—$169.00

Discounted parking available—$19 per day, per vehicle

Check in me: 4:00 pm Check out me: Noon

ACCOMMODATIONS INFORMATION

The Niagara Falls Marrio on the Falls Hotel is the closest hotel to Niagara Falls. Located on Fallsview Boulevard, the trendy property is just minutes away from Niagara Falls, Fallsview Casino, Award Winning Golf Courses, many nightclubs and a few of the best restaurant in the area. Experience the best hotel view of Niagara Falls from any of the Fallsview Guest Rooms. The hotel provides a direct vantage point to Niagara Falls.

Marrio Niagara Falls 6755 Fallsview Blvd.

Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W6 1‐877‐353‐2557

https://www.marriottonthefalls.com/company/ontario-public-buyers-association

Group name: OPBA

A block of rooms has been set aside and will be available un l August 31, 2017

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TRAVELLING TO THIS EVENT WITHOUT A CORPORATE CREDIT CARD

This form has been created in order to allow you to have third party expenses charged to your credit/debit card. Please provide all the informa on requested below to ensure prompt processing of your applica on. We ask you to please sign and date the form before submission. Please fax the completed form to the hotel. The hotel fax number can be found on the hotel’s website. Do not send photocopy of the front or back of the credit card with this form, as this is against credit card company regula ons.

Cardholder informa on – Required

Name as it appears on the credit / debit card: ______________________________________________________________________ Card type: Visa MC Amex Diners/CB Discover Account type: c Personal c Corporate | Company Name: ‐_____________________________________________ Issuing Bank: ____________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________ Account number: ____________________________________________________ Exp. Date: __________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________ City, State and Zip: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone number: _______________________________________ Fax or alternate number: ____________________________ Guest informa on – Required Guest name: _________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State and Zip: __________________________________________________________________________________ Phone number: _______________________________________ Fax or alternate number: _________________________ Company: _________________________________________________________________________________________ Confirma on number: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Arrival date: _______________________________________ Departure date: ________________________________ Rela on to cardholder: Rela ve Friend Business Associate Other: _______________________________ I understand that should there be any issues with the credit/debit card being used to se le my charges, I will be responsible for all expenses incurred during my stay. Departure date cannot be extended unless a new authoriza on form is completed. Guest name: (Printed) _________________________________________________________________________________ Guest signature: _________________________________________________________ Date: __________________________ Rate informa on and Approved charges – Required Room rate: * ____________ Taxes: * ____________ Total daily rate: * ____________ Number of nights: ________ *(Rate and tax amount must be provided by a hotel representa ve in order to complete this form) All charges Room & Tax Telephone (LD) Telephone (Local) Restaurant Room Service Valet (Laundry) Parking HS Internet Access Movies Other: _____________________________________________________________________

I cer fy that all informa on is complete and accurate. I hereby authorize Marrio Hotel to collect payment for all charges as indicated in the Rate Informa on and Approved Charges sec on of this form by processing a charge to the credit/debit card listed above. Charg‐es must not exceed for the en re stay/event. I understand that a new form will have to be completed if guest wishes to extend his/her stay. I cer fy that I am the authorized signer of the credit/debit card listed above.

Cardholder name: (Printed) ________________________________________________________________________

Cardholder signature: ____________________________________________ Date: _______________________

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GETTING THERE THE AIRPORTS Toronto Interna onal Airport – YYZ 90 Minute Transfer

Hamilton Interna onal Airport – YHM 40 Minute Transfer

Buffalo Niagara Interna onal Airport – BUF 35 Minute Transfer with three easy border crossings into Canada

GETTING AROUND THE CITY The NEW state of the art bus system called WEGO is a unique partnership, which was created to provide integrated bus service between the City of Niagara Falls and The Niagara Parks Commission. WEGO delivers a seamless connec on between all tourist a rac ons within the City and Niagara Parks helping guests to experience all that this world‐class des ‐na on has to offer. WEGO is fully accessi‐ble and operates year‐round, giving easy, convenient service to travelers from around the world who visit Niagara Falls.

GO TRAIN & BUSES The train sta on and bus terminal are approximately 5 km from the hotel. h p://www.gotransit.com/ metables/en/schedules/full_schedules.aspx Via Rail Trains: h p://www.viarail.ca/en Megabus: h p://ca.megabus.com/Default.aspx Greyhound bus: h ps://www.greyhound.ca/farefinder/step1.aspx

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9TH ANNUAL CAVEAT EMPTOR CUP CHALLENGE

Golfers of all levels dust off your clubs and join us at John Daly’s first “Signature” golf course in Canada at Thundering Waters Golf Club, 6000 Marineland Parkway for a fun filled a ernoon of Scramble Golf, Prizes and more!

Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Tee‐Off: 12:30 pm

Cost: $75.00 per person

Includes: Welcome gi at check in, 18 holes with power cart,

voucher for lunch on the go

Contests: Prizes for winning foursome, most honest foursome, longest drive and closest to the pin

Any non‐OPBA member must be accompanied by an OPBA member to par cipate. To register for this golf event, a endees will need to register directly on the OPBA website. All payments will be processed by credit card only. Golf teams will consist of 4 golfers each. If you have a team of 4 already set, please list the names with your online registra on. Otherwise golfers will be placed into teams prior to Golf Day. Cancella ons must be made in wri ng and will only be honoured on or be‐fore September 6, 2017, a er which we cannot refund your money.

For further details on this golfing event, please contact: Bart Menage or Mara Bray Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Telephone: 905.356.2241 ext. 2295 or 905.892.2607 ext. 310

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SAVE THE DATE SEPTEMBER 26 ‐ 28, 2018

60TH ANNUAL OPBA CONFERENCE

GRAND RIVER COOPERATIVE PROCUREMENT GROUP

www.cpgwr.ca

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