Special Events

ICE BREAKER RECEPTION
Tuesday, May 6, 2008 – 7 pm
Complementary for delegates, companions, exhibitors and speakers

Location: Main Dining Room, The Banff Centre

Catch-up with old friends and meet new business contacts in this casual, fun social before the conference begins. Held in the beautiful Main Dining Room at the Banff Centre, enjoy beef-on-a-bun while you visit with fellow delegates and take in the breathtaking beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Delegates, companions, exhibitors and speakers are invited to partake in the free festivities.

The Ice Breaker Reception is sponsored by Phelps Drilling Co.

Aussie Rules Sports Night
Wednesday, May 7, 2008 – 7 pm
$75 + GST

Location: Main Dining Room, The Banff Centre

Dueling pianos, NHL playoff hockey and delicious pub food is what you can expect at Aussie Rules Sports Night.

Back again this year by popular demand, the Dueling Pianos will bring their brand of interactive entertainment to Aussie Rules Sports Night. Dueling Pianos is two pianos, four hands and any song that you want to hear! After a day of sessions, this is the perfect venue to let loose and go wild!

Tickets are non-refundable and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The evening’s entertainment is sponsored by Westex Fabrics

Western Barbeque
Thursday, May 8, 2008 – 7 pm
$75 + GST

This is an event not to be missed, as it has been a delegate favorite for years.

Well-known Canadian comedian, Ron James, headlines the evening’s entertainment.

This casual, western-themed evening will be held at one of Banff’s most popular destinations. With true western hospitality, you will be treated to an evening that includes private coach transportation to and from the venue, a delicious Alberta beef buffet dinner, exceptional entertainment, music, dancing and an unlimited amount of fun!

Dress is western or casual. Tickets are non-refundable and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Note: This event is held on private property and no vehicles will be allowed on-site.

The evening’s entertainment is sponsored by ElectroGas

Trade Show
Exhibit Hours:

Wednesday, May 7
7:30 am to 5:30 pm

Thursday, May 8
7:30 am to 3:45 pm

Do you want to know the latest products innovations? With over 100 exhibitors, this is a unique opportunity to find out what’s new, what’s current, and what’s available in health and safety. To complement the presentations, tour western Canada’s pre-eminent health and safety trade show — a wide range of innovative occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, and environmental products and services will be displayed. Plan time for several visits — there’s so much to see!

In addition to numerous exhibitor draws, delegates are eligible to win a $2,000 cash voucher just by visiting the exhibits. The voucher is compliments of the exhibitors, but the winner must be in attendance during the Closing Remarks on Friday, May 9, 2008 when the draw will be made.

Awards of Distinction

The annual Awards of Distinction will be held in conjunction with the Petroleum Safety Conference. Deserving recipients will be recognized in the following categories:

Achiever/Leadership Award:
This award recognizes non-health and safety professionals who have made a difference within the petroleum industry.

Significant Contribution Award:
Open to health and safety professionals who having made an impact in their profession.

Special Merit Award:
This award recognizes individuals who have made an important impact in health and safety, but are not eligible for either of the two previous awards.

Enform is proud to launch the Call for Nominations for the 2008 Awards of Distinction. To nominate someone you feel has gone beyond the call of duty and has made an impact on our industry, go to www.enform.ca for a nomination form.

All award winners will be chosen by the Awards of Distinction Selection Committee, and will be presented at the 2008 Petroleum Safety Conference. Deadline for nominations is Monday, March 3, 2008.

Complete details of the Awards of Distinction are at www.enform.ca/995.

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