Registration for FWIC 2012
FWIC Convention 2012Sidney, Vancouver Island, B.C.June 10th – 16th, 2012Please read complete convention package before filling out forms - For a complete printable pdf, please click on the following link Registration package for FWIC Convention 2012 (1)
Welcome to Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada Convention 2012
Sidney by the Sea
It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the charming seaside Town of Sidney. Sidney is situated on the Saanich Peninsula, 26 km north of Victoria, British Columbia’s capital city. Sidney is a pedestrian friendly town with flat, easy to walk streets, marine promenades and easy access to beaches. Sailboats, yachts and power boats cruise the Sidney waterfront. The Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, easily seen from Sidney, is comprised of 65 smaller islands and reefs which protect the many endangered plant and animal species found nowhere else in Canada.
The Convention will be held at the Mary Winspear Convention Centre, one kilometer from the seaside. Several accommodations are within walking distance to the centre and RV parking is on site at the Centre or within a short driving distance.Within a few blocks you will find Canada’s only Book Town with 11 independent stores. Also, art galleries, eclectic and contemporary gift shops, intriguing antique stores, outdoor coffee shops, bakeries with delectable goodies, candy shops and chocolate stores. “ Shop until you drop!” All amenities are within walking distance. Sidney boasts a Historical Museum, Historical Artifacts Museum ( farm machinery/boats etc.) and B.C. Aviation Museum as well as two stunningly located golf courses. Close is a world class Centre of the Universe where one can view the cosmos through telescopes with an astronomer as a guide; a Marine Ecology Centre with its floating research laboratory; and the world famous Butchart Gardens are 20 minutes away. Thursday evening there is a Summer Market. Part of the main street, Beacon Ave., turns into an outdoor pedestrian mall of over 150 stalls selling everything from wild salmon, fresh farm produce, delicious breads to clothing, jewelry and crafts. Fabulous!The Victoria International Airport and BC Ferry Terminal are 15 minutes from the Convention Centre. This is a little town with a Very Big Heart and we warmly welcome you.
Registration Information:
Full Convention Registration Package includes: Tuesday, June 12th- reception after opening ceremonies; Wednesday, June 13th – BC Day tour, lunch, dinner; Thursday, June 14th – lunch, 2 refreshment breaks, workshops; Friday, June 15th – lunch, 2 refreshment breaks, dinner, entertainment; Saturday, June 16th – lunch, 1 refreshment break, banquet, entertainment. DOES NOT include Welcome Tours.
Companion Registration Package includes: Wednesday, June 13th- BC Day tour, lunch, dinner; Friday, June 15th – dinner, entertainment; Saturday, June 16th- banquet, entertainment OR registration can be broken down to Day Registration for different events. DOES NOT include Companion Tours.
Red Dress Gala Event, Banquet, Saturday June 16th – To celebrate the Heart Health Project we encourage you to wear something red.
Tours: All visitors and delegates MUST register for the tours of choice. ONLY the BC Day Tours are included in the full registration package.
Workshops: See the Workshop Page #14 for a full description of the 16 workshops. On the registration form, choose 4 workshops and number them 1 -4 in order of preference.
Breakfast meals are available at nearby establishments and are the responsibility of each delegate.
Note: For special dietary needs please contact Sharon Hawke, 250-653-4619 or email thestinkyfarm@yahoo.ca (The BC Day Tours supper will be Salmon, please advice Sharon if there is a problem due to allergies)
There will be greeters at the Victoria Airport, meeting all those arriving by air. Please fill out the following:
Airline Name: _____________________ Flight Number: __________
Arrival Date & Times: ________________________________________
Taxi Service
The Mary Winspear Centre is minutes from the Victoria Airport. The cost of a taxi one way is $12.00 No Shuttle Service.
Receipts:
Please include an email address if you require confirmation of your payment, otherwise receipts will be included in the registration package.
Email: ____________________________________________________________________
Please remember to make your own accommodation reservations. The Planning Committee is NOT responsible for any delegates or guest’s accommodations reservations. Accommodations and breakfast costs are NOT included in the registration fee
ACCOMMODATIONS June 2012
*** When booking use the Code # given or say you are Federated Women’s Institute if no code given to receive these rates
Rates per night for a standard 2 beds/room
Listed below from closest to furthest from Convention Centre
1. Victoria Airport Travelodge
2280 Beacon Ave., Sidney
(within block of Centre)
$115.00 plus taxes (includes 2 beds & Continental breakfast)
1-866-656-1176
2. Best Western
2306 Beacon Ave., Sidney
(within block of Centre)
$159.00 plus taxes
call accommodations chair 1-250-658-4203
3. The Sidney Pier Hotel and Spa
9805 Seaport Place, Sidney
$149.00 plus taxes. Use code 061111FED
1-866-659-9445 (10 min walk, no hills)
4. Sidney Waterfront Inn and Spa
9775First St, Sidney
$120.00 plus taxes (includes 2 Queen beds plus free breakfast)
1-888-656-1131 (10 min walk, no hills)
5. The Cedarwood Inn & Suites
9522 Lochside Drive, Sidney
Galiano Island Suite $105.00 plus taxes
(1 Queen & 1 Double bed sofa)
Pendar Island Suite $115.00 plus taxes
(1 Single, 1 Double sofa bed plus full kitchen)
1-877-656-5551 (15 min. walk, no hills)
*6. Quality Inn
2476 Mt. Newton X Road
Saanichton
$109.95 plus taxes (includes 2 beds & Continental breakfast)
1-800-567-8466
*7. Western 66 Motel
2401 Mt. Newton X Road
$88.40 includes taxes (2 Queen beds plus 10% coupon for meals at White Spot next Sannichton door)
$88.05 for 2 Double beds
1-800-463-4464
*8. Super 8 Motel
2401 Mt Newton X Road
Saanichton
$102.88 plus taxes
1-250-652-6888
*Number 6, 7 & 8 are 10km (10 minute drive) from the Mary Winspear Complex, a taxi will cost approx. $20 – 25.
9. Howard Johnson Hotel4670 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria$94.50 plus taxes (1 or 2 Queen beds, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, mini sink)1-888-300-4656 (Approx. 18km or 15 minute drive from the Mary Winspear Centre)www.hojovictoria.ca 10. Brentwood Bay Resort 849 Verdier C., Saanich$199.00 plus taxes1-250-544-2079(1/2 hour drive from Centre)11. Accent Inn3233 Maple, Victoria$89.00 plus taxes Code #60761-250-475-7500(1/2 hour drive from Centre)12. RV camping at Mary Winspear4 spots with power $25.00/nite4 spots no power $20.00/niteBooking call accommodations chair1-250-658-42032012 prices not available for these B&B’s:3 Eagles B&B www.3eagles.ca 1-250-655-0690Corbett House B&B www.corbetthouse.ca 1-250-656-8080Orchard House B&B 1-250-656-9194Beacon Inn www.beaconinns.com 1-877-420-5499
SCHEDULE FOR FWIC CONVENTION JUNE 12 - 16, 2012
For complete schedule of tours please click on the following link page 5 of FWIC Registration package
REGISTRATION FEES
Full Convention Registration: Early Bird Registration up to Feb.15/2012 $459.20Full Registration from Feb 16/2012 to April 30/2012 $492.80Full Companion Registration: Full Companion Registration $324.80Full Registration Package Includes:Tuesday – June 12 – RegisterTuesday- June 12 - Opening Ceremonies & President’s ReceptionWednesday - June 13 - BC Day Tour, lunch, dinner, entertainment & transportation back to Mary Winspear CenterThursday- June 14 – Day Events, lunch, refreshment breaks, workshops, supper on your ownFriday – June 15 – Day Events, lunch, refreshment breaks, dinner, entertainmentSaturday – June 16 – Day Events, lunch, refreshment break, banquet, Red Dress Gala Event, entertainment DOES NOT INCLUDE: Welcome Tours or Companion ToursFull Companions Registration Includes:Wednesday – June 13 - BC Day Tour, lunch, dinner, entertainment & Transportation back to Mary Winspear CenterFriday – June 15 – Dinner, entertainmentSaturday – June 16 – Banquet, Red Dress Gala Event, entertainmentDOES NOT INCLUDE: President’s Reception, Welcome Tours or Companion ToursDay Registrants / Companions: Price:Tuesday – June 12 – Welcome Tour Option # 1, City Tour $56.00Tuesday – June 12 – Welcome Tour Option # 2, Butchart Gardens $78.40Tuesday – June 12 – Welcome tour Option # 3, Butchart Gardens & High Tea $123.20Tuesday – June 12 – Opening Ceremonies/ Presidents Reception $28.00Wednesday – June 13 – BC Day Tour, lunch, dinner, entertainment & transportationback to Mary Winspear Center $235.20Thursday – June 14 – Day Events, Lunch & Workshops $56.00Thursday – June 14- Companion Tour, Oh Canada! $100.80Friday – June 15 – Day Events, Lunch & Speaker $56.00Friday – June 15- Companion Tour, Natures Best! $112.00Friday – June 15 – Dinner, Entertainment Only $44.80Saturday – June 16 – Day Events, Service & Lunch $44.80Saturday – June 16 – Companion Tour, Whale Watching $112.00Saturday – June 16 – Banquet, Red Dress Gala Event, Entertainment $61.60Day Registrations include meals, breaks and events scheduled on each day, unless otherwise noted.Note: HST Already Included in All Prices
Registration Deadlines
All registration forms must be received by the Registrar on or before April 30/ 2012. NO LATE REGISTRATION FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED.Please make all checks or money orders payable to FWIC 2012 Planning Committee.All Registration forms must be accompanied by full payment.Refund PolicyIn accordance with Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada Policy and Convention guidelines the following refund Policy will be applicable to all those who register for the 2012 Convention.If a refund is requested, the following guidelines are to be used:A) Written cancellation notice is received by the Registrar by May 1, 2012B) The registrant is sick or bereaved after May 1 of convention year.C) A $56.00 minimum administration fee will be withheld.Registrar Information:UNITY PROJECT:The 2012 Unity Project will be collecting items for Victoria Women’s Transition House. Items needed are:new pajamas, socks, slippers, underwear, writing journals, new regular size toiletries and cosmetics.FWIC History Game QuizIf your name is chosen in a random draw will you be willing to participate in the FWIC History Quiz Game at the convention? Monetary prizes to be won. Please fill answer yes or no on Registration Form.1. If you have any further questions , please feel free to contact the Registrar:Brenda DevauldTelephone: 250 567 – 9705Email: brendadevauld@hotmail.com2. Please forward your forms and payments to:FWIC 2012 RegistrarBox 2275 Vanderhoof, B.C.V0J 3A0Emergency Calls:The Mary Winspear Centre is open Monday to Friday, 9a.m. to 5 p.mTelephone: 250 656 -0275.For More Information:Federated Women’s Institute of Canada website: www.fwic.ca British Columbia Women’s Institute website: www.bcwi.ca
FULL Convention Registration Form
PLEASE PRINT: Please use one form per person registeringFull Name: ___________________________________________(__________________________________)
Maiden Name
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Telephone: ____________________________________ Email: _____________________________________Emergency Contact Name: __________________________________________________________________Emergency Contact Telephone: _______________________________________________________________Emergency Contact Name & Telephone at Convention: _______________________________________________WI Branch: _____________________________________ WI District: ___________________________________Are You a First Time FWIC Convention Attendee?________FWIC History Game Quiz – if your name is chosen in a random draw will you be willing to participate in the FWIC History Game Quiz on stage at convention? Monetary prizes to be won (Sponsered by FWIC Past Presidents) Yes__________ No__________Welcome Tours: NOT included in the Full Registration FeesTuesday, June 12, Welcome Tour # 1: City Tour $56.00 $ __________Tuesday, June 12, Welcome Tour # 2: Butchart Gardens $78.40 $___________Tuesday, June 12, Welcome Tour # 3: Butchart Gardens & High Tea $133.20 $___________Full Convention Registration Fee:Early Bird Registration up to Feb 15/2012 $459.20 $___________February 16/2012 to April 30/2012 $492.80 $___________BC Day Tour: Wednesday June 13 – Included in Registration Fee. For a Full description of the BC Day Tours being offered read the Tours Page in the Registration package. You will only be able to go on 1 BC Day Tour, choose 3 you would prefer starting with your first choice.Tour Day Option: 1st Choice# __________ 2nd Choice # ___________ 3rd Choice# ___________Workshops: Thursday June 14 - Included in Full Registration Fee. See Workshop Page for a full description. Please Indicate which Workshops you would prefer( You will have 2 Workshops) starting with your first choice.1st Choice #_______ 2nd Choice #_______ 3rd Choice # _______ 4th Choice # _______Note: HST Already Included in All Prices TOTAL AMOUNT: $________________
COMPANION Registration Form
PLEASE PRINT Please use one form per person registeringFull Name: __________________________________________________________________________Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Telephone: __________________________________ Email: _______________________________Emergency Contact Name:____________________________________________________________Emergency Contact Telephone: _______________________________________________________Emergency Contact & Telephone at Convention: _______________________________________.Wednesday, June 13 – BC Day Tour: Included in Companion Registration. For a full description of the BC Day tours being offered, read the Tours Page in the registration package. You will only be able to go on 1 BC Day tour, choose 3 you would prefer in the event they fill up.Tour Day Option: 1st Choice # ______2nd Choice# _______3rdChoice#________ Full Companion Registration Amount $324.80 $___________COMPANION TOURS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE FULL REGISTRATION FEES. THEY MUST BE REGISTERED FOR SEPERATLY & THE TOTALS ADDED TO THE FULL COMPANION REGISTRATION AMOUNT.Thursday, June 14 – Companion Tour, Oh Canada $100.80 $___________Friday, June 15 – Companion Tour, Natures Best $112.00 $___________Saturday, June 16 - Companion Tour, Whale Watching $112.00 $___________ Total Companion Registration Amount: $___________All other events can be registered for under the Day RegistrationNote: HST Already Included in All Prices
DAY REGISTRATION FORM
PLEASE PRINT Please use one form per person registeringFull Name__________________________________________________________________________Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Telephone: ___________________________________Email: ________________________________Emergency Contact Name: ___________________________________________________________Emergency Contact Telephone: _______________________________________________________Emergency Contact Name & Telephone at Convention: __________________________________Are you a First-time FWIC Convention Attendee? _______________________________________FWIC History Game Quiz-If your name is chosen in a random draw are you willing to participate in the FWIC History Quiz Game on stage at convention? Monetary prizes to be won (Sponsored by Past Presidents) Yes__________ No__________Tuesday, June 12 - Welcome Day Tour # 1 $50.00 $ __________Tuesday, June 12- Welcome Day Tour #2 $70.00 $ __________Tuesday, June 12- Welcome Day Tour # 3 $40.00 $ __________Tuesday, June 12 - Opening Ceremonies/President’s Reception $25.00 $ __________Wednesday, June 13- BC Day Tours: Lunch, Dinner, Entertainment and Transportation back to Mary Winspear Centre. For a full description of the tours being offered read the Tours Page in the registration package. You will only be able to go on 1 BC Day Tour, choose the 3 you would prefer in the event that they Fill up.Tour Choice 1st #_________ 2nd # _______ 3rd #___________ $235.20 $__________Thursday, June 14 –Day Registration, Lunch & Workshops $56.00 $__________Workshops: Please indicate which workshops you would prefer, starting with your first choice: 1st Choice#______ 2nd Choice#______ 3rd Choice# ______4th Choice#______Friday, June 15 – Day Registration, Lunch & Speaker $56.00 $__________Friday, June 15 – Dinner, Entertainment Only $44.80 $__________Saturday, June 16 – Day Registration, Morning Service & Lunch $44.80 $__________Saturday, June 16 – Banquet, Red Dress Gala, Entertainment $61.60 $__________ Total Day Registration: $___________Note: HST Already Included in All Prices
WELCOME TOURS- June 12
Tour # 1 CITY TOUR $56.00Join your entertaining local and knowledgeable guide for some of the best highlights of Victoria, includes time to explore the downtown for a sip of latte in a quaint coffeehouse or try some of the local brew pubs fabulous beer! Shopping is always a must in our boutique area. Highlights include: Ocean Vistas Upscale areas, historical points of interest, Downtown Chinatown panoramic views.Tour # 2 BUTCHART GARDENS $78.40The Butchart Gardens always a beauty to behold, anytime of day or season. One of the finest displays in the world heralds the season with hundreds of thousand of bulbs in bloom, joined by a host of flowering trees and shrubs. The gardens are alive with the colors and scents of spring.Tour # 3 BUTCHARD GARDENS PLUS HIGH TEA $133.20Indulge in one of Victoria’s grandest traditions – Afternoon Tea at the Butchart Gardens. For a century this historical landmark has played host to England’s most beloved ritual – the taking of Afternoon Tea.
COMPANION TOURS
Oh Canada! June 14 $100.80The British Columbia Aviation Museum is a major attraction on Vancouver Island. You will find many artifacts from the wars that Canadians fought, either as members of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Flying Corps, or Royal Air Force. Naval Base showcases the history and heritage of the naval presence on Canada’s West Coast and of the military on Southern Vancouver Island. Mess hall grub included. Sightseeing along the way, brew stop to wet your whistle too! Level 2 - walking, periods of standingNatures Best! June 15 $112.00We’ll showcase the back roads of Sidney and beyond. One of our stops finds you amid the splendor of an old-growth temperate rain forest, where some of the trees are 450 years and older! Stopping for sips of wine, cider and gin at local estate farms with local bounty for lunch. Level 3-walking, uneven ground, periods of standingWhale Watching June16 $112.00We’re waiting for you! Join your friendly knowledgeable naturalists, for a truly and interactive educational adventure. Sidney town is strategically located at the middle of the highest percentage of Orca sightings. Many small islands quickly in site, home to Sea Lion colonies. A 3 hour adventure Level 1-easy, must be able to enter boat and walk dock areaNOTE: the above Tours include HST
BC DAY TOURS - June 13
Tour # 1 - Butterflies, Flowers and FabricAroma’s, tropical colors and personalities – stars of our show, Butterflies themselves – 3000 of them fluttering amongst exotic flora. 75 species from around the world, next stop family owned Eurosa Farm for our own private tour among rows and rows of greenhouse flowers. For the quilter or the gal that loves to sew Satin Moon is a must stop. Enjoy demonstrations of patterns, free time to explore other fabric & bread stores in the area! Level 2 ActivityTour # 2 – Chemainus Village – outdoor gallery, Ladysmith one of Canada’s prettiest townsArtists from around the globe were invited to paint huge heritage murals on the sides of buildings, transforming a small coastal mill town into the world’s largest outdoor gallery. Boutique shops a plenty! After lunch we visit the small town of Ladysmith. You will quickly understand why Harrowsmith Country Life Magazine name this “One of the Ten Prettiest Towns in Canada” beautiful turn of the century buildings. Level 2 ActivityTour # 3 – Day of DecadenceVisit the number 1 SLOW food town in the WORLD!! ( voted 2009) Right in our backyard! This tour offers spectacular ocean views, rain forest. Local wine, cheese and seasonal organic west coast fare for lunch. Experience the 100 mile diet. Nothing commercial about this tour! Top off with a visit to a local organic chocolate farm for tastings! We know you will LOVE this day! Level 2 ActivityTour # 4 – Historical Tour – Victoria City TourThrough picturesque historical parts of the city your entertaining and knowledgeable local guide will share the past. View the world’s tallest Totem, stunning ocean views, affluent residential areas and stories that will tell tales of local ghosts. See where our BC government works. Legislature guided tour. Free time to explore the wonderful Royal BC Museum – considered the best in North America. Shopping is close by offering unique wares. Of course you must stroll over to the famous Iconic Fairmont Empress Hotel for a peek. Level 2 ActivityTour # 5 – Spring Garden TourEnjoy visits to some of Victoria’s finest gardens for our own private tour. From gardens featured in National magazines to Abkhazi Gardens. We’ll spend an hour or so visiting this unique garden and viewing their spectacular collection of rhododendrons before taking tea and scones in the tea house at the garden. Following this respite, we continue on to the Glendale Gardens the largest winter woodland garden in Canada. The garden is affiliated with Pacific Horticultural College, and here you will find 30 demonstration gardens. This is an easy walking day, periods of standing. Level 2 ActivityTour #6 – Victoria’s Hidden HistoryDay tour with our local favorite historian, John Adams, through a leisurely trip to some of the city’s lesser know historic spots, such as cemeteries including the Chinese area, Point Ellice House – the finest displays of Victoriana. See where the Queen stayed on her visit, Government House – stroll the gardens and more. Chinatown walking tour, Dim Sum Lunch, Level 3 Activity more walking, easy, periods of standingTour # 7 – Castles, Castle, LighthouseYes, that’s right, two castles! One built by the Dad, Robert Dunsmuir – Craigdarroch Castle boasts some of the finest residential stained and leaded glass in North America. This castle is an example of a bonanza castle. Massive houses built for the recently wealthy. Hatley Castle was James Dunsmuir’s (son) home. James (son) is quoted as saying, “Money doesn’t matter, just build what I want!” We’ll also visit Fort Rodd, preserved 1890 coastal artillery Fort and the West Coast oldest Lighthouse – Fisgard, now 150 years old. Level 3 Activity 87 stairs at Craigdarroch, walking at Hatley and Fort.NOTE: All BC Day tours start with a 9 a.m. pick up at the Mary Winspear Convention Centre, and return to the Centre at 10 p.m. Lunch is included in all of the BC Day tours. The tours will all meet up in Sooke for a salmon dinner. If there are any problems with fish allergies, please contact Sharon Hawke, 250 653-4619, or email, thestinkyfarm@yahoo.ca when you send in your registration form.Please choose 3 of the BC Day tours on the registration form that you would prefer, in the event they fill up.*Level 1 Easy**Level 2 some walking, uneven ground, easy***Level 3 lots of walking, uneven ground, stairs
WORKSHOPS – June 14
All workshops to take place in the Mary Winspear Centre, unless otherwise noted. Workshop # One: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a 30 minute refreshment break# Two: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 pm.16 Workshops- choose your top 4 an add to registration page # 8 or 101) Computer Safety – Matt Hooper2) Financial advice for seniors, do you have your tax free accounts working for you? Is your will up to date? Good advice on finances and your estate.3) ICBC - Mature Driver Presentation – Michele Byron4) CRD Environment and Sustainability - conserving water and water wise gardening- Angelina Alonsao5) Beginner Yoga – Marlene Miller - maximum 20 ladies – have you ever thought about taking Yoga Lessons – wear comfortable clothes6) BC Hydro – Karla Louwers – Power Smart7) Workshop Airport Security – Rhonda Boyd – how to pack and travel safely8) Agriculture and the Environment – Invasive Plants9) Grow It Yourself – Bill and Denise Code – outdoor patio, backyard , small acreages, small containers, also included health benefits10) Future of YOUR Food Supply – Robert Thompson – power point presentation, more pea pods less ipods: hands on game in the middle11) Make up for ladies in the theatre dressing rooms – Laurel Tonnang and team will work with Mary Kay Products – maximum 20 ladies13) Sewing demonstration – Cloth Castle – latest and greatest gizmos and gadgets14) Hand’s on card making – Sue Philip – make 3 cards – using Stampin’up and the Big shot machine – Only 14 chairs15) How to plan a Native Garden – presented by Louise Goulet16) End the Silence – Dan Vaillancourt Youth Care Giver’s www.youthcaregivers.orgFor a complete printable pdf, please click on the following link Registration package for FWIC Convention 2012 (1)
**Pre Tour Rocky Mountaineer - 20 participant's required.
**Pre Tour Alaska Cruise - June 3 - 12, 2012, this is a special block of staterooms for the FWIC with many amenities on board.
**Post Vancouver Tour - 40 participant's required.
Questions on any of the above tours, please contact: Janet Jones, Group & Leisure Travel Consultant, UNIGLOBE Geo Travel#200, 3301 Douglas StreetVictoria, BC V8Z 3L2P: 250.658.2158P: 250.386.8444F: 250.384.0543E: jjones@geo.ca
