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EXHIBITAT THE GREEN BUSINESS SHOWCASE

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We invite your company to join us at Building Lasting Change in Toronto, Ontario from June 3 – 5, 2020. This annual event is Canada’s premier green building industry conference, bringing together industry experts for three days of learning, networking

and mentoring.

This year, we will build on previous years’ successes to deliver opportunities for exhibitors to demonstrate products, interact with delegates and network effectively in an environment that is

conducive for business development.

We are proud to offer showcase exhibitors many opportunities to connect with Canada’s growing green building market. Our delegates come from across the country and around the globe, representing leaders from all aspects of the green building industry.

When you participate as an exhibitor in Building Lasting Change you will meet decision makers, expand your network and develop

relationships with potential clients, customers and partners.

We look forward to speaking with you about the many ways you can benefit from participating in Canada’s leading green building conference and to learn more about your marketing objectives.

See you in June!

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ABOUT CaGBC AND BLC 2020

The Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) is a nationwide, mission-driven, social enterprise that has been working since 2002 to advance green building and sustainable community development

practices in Canada.

The coming decade calls for urgent and sustained action to achieve Canada’s climate change commitments. Building Lasting Change 2020 will offer three days of forward thinking, new ideas, education, and networking with the leaders, change makers, investors and innovators of Canada’s burgeoning green building marketplace. Together, we will explore opportunities on how we can collectively take action through retrofit and zero carbon buildings; resilient design and adaptation while enhancing the well-being of building

occupants and the livability of our communities.

Together, we’ll make every building greener.

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WHAT EXHIBITORS ARE SAYING:

“We participated in the 2019 CaGBC Showcase in Vancouver and we met several new contacts, some even leading to potential projects. The entertainment and refreshments also made for an intimate, well attended and quality event.”

Russell Ibbotson, Technical & Commercial Manager, Velux Canada Inc.

“From a networking perspective it was great to connect with companies that we haven’t before as well as meet companies face to face that we are already working with. The trade show is great and I like how social and fun and interactive it is.”

Nadya Teja, Events Manager, ConstructConnect

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WHAT TOEXPECT» The industry’s most extensive education program;

» High-profile keynote speakers and plenary sessions;

» Valuable networking events;

» CaGBC Leadership and Green Building Excellence Awards;

» Green building tours;

» High-exposure sponsorship opportunities.

» Exclusive access to the most up-to-date, relevant information on green building industry developments through product demonstrations or interactive activities in each booth which can be scheduled and promoted to delegates through the Mobile Event App;

» Welcome Reception featuring great food, entertainment and networking on June 3;

» Lunch buffet on the Showcase floor on June 4;

» Easy-to-navigate layout, and interactive map via the Mobile Event App.

» Dedicated meeting spaces for B2B appointments and on-the-spot networking;

» Issue-driven Discussion Pods to generate interactive dialogue amongst delegates and topic hosts;

» NEW! Innovation Forum on the Showcase Floor during registration hours on Wednesday, June 3 from 12:30 – 4:00 p.m.;

» Free access to the Showcase for industry professionals, the general public, and your own guest list on June 4.

JUNE 3 8:00 – 12:00 | Exhibitor Move-in

12:00 | Registration Opens

12:30 – 4:00 | Innovation Forum on Showcase Floor

6:00 – 8:00 | Welcome Reception

JUNE 4 11:45 – 3:00 | Green Business Showcase, B2B sessions, Discussion Pods, Delegate Lunch

3:30 | Exhibitor Move-Out

All Day | Education Sessions

JUNE 5 All Day | B2B opportunities, Plenaries and Education Sessions

OUR GREEN BUSINESS SHOWCASE INCLUDES

EXHIBITOR SCHEDULE

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WHO SHOULDEXHIBIT?» BAS Systems and Services

» Building Construction Materials and Consulting

» Building, Janitorial, and Waste Services

» Computer Hardware and Software Equipment and Services

» Energy and Business Consulting Services

» Engineers, General Contractors and Architects

» HVAC Equipment and Services

» Industry Associations

» Interior and Exterior Building Products and Services

» Interior and Exterior Design Services

» Lighting and Lighting Control

» Product Manufacturers

» Utility Providers

» Water Conservation Products and Services

June 3 | 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Showcase Floor

The CaGBC Innovation Forum Series helps green building innovators leverage opportunities created by the burgeoning low carbon economy and demonstrate their leadership in advancing high-performance building innovation. Participants will engage in educational presentations, an interactive moderated panel, and networking opportunities focused on “Le-veraging Smart Building Technology.”

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR EXHIBITORS: $500 UPGRADEBecome an Innovation Forum supporter and gain direct exposure and access to over 50 delegates who are interested in learning how to leverage smart building technology. Benefits include:

• Innovation Forum marker to display on your booth

• Identification as Innovation Forum supporter on:

• BLC Showcase webpage and BLC sponsor rotation • BLC Printed Program and Mobile App • BLC sponsor rotation (PowerPoint) in plenary meeting room • Innovation Forum supporter rotation (PowerPoint) • Showcase floorplan

• Announced as Innovation Forum supporter in the opening remarks at the Innovation Forum

• One complimentary access pass to the Innovation Forum

Special: Forum sponsors will receive a 50% discount off Booth Fees.

For more information: Contact Scott Ringler, Head of Client Services at 437-220-1089 or sringler@cagbc.org.

NEW!  INNOVATION FORUM SERIES ON THE SHOWCASE FLOOR

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WHAT YOU’LLRECEIVE» One complimentary conference pass to all education sessions and three plenary sessions including the welcome reception, breakfast and lunch both days (tickets can be purchased for additional events which are not included in this pass).

» One-on-one assistance from a CaGBC representative to help you set up business-to-business meetings with other delegates.

» One free private consultation with a CaGBC LEED expert to answer some of your green building questions.

» Two booth staff attendant passes with the purchase of a 10’x10’ booth.

» Complimentary drink tickets to share with delegates during the welcome reception. (Booths must be fully operational and staffed during the Welcome Reception).

» FREE E-postcard that you can send to your clients, inviting them to visit the Showcase on June 4.

» Listing on the conference website and in the Exhibitors section of the Mobile Event App.

» Special discounted rate of $175 on up to four Gala Dinner tickets.

» 25% advertising discount for the Summer issue of Sustainable Architecture & Building [SABMag] featuring the CaGBC Conference Guide. The Summer issue showcases the winning projects of the 2020 Canadian Green Building Awards.

» Pipe and drape for your booth. Additional furnishings or services can be ordered through Freeman, the official show service contractor. A link to show services will be provided.

» Unlimited opportunities to connect with other exhibitors, speakers, delegates and and international guests through the B2B meeting request tool which is part of your registration process.

Ready to become an Exhibitor? View Showcase Rates »

» NEW! Participate in the Innovation Forum on June 3 or a Discussion Pod on Thursday, June 4

» NEW! Personally invite key delegates to visit your booth using the Mobile Event App

» Conduct live demos

» Create interactive activities for delegates

» Hold draws or contests

» Upgrade to become a Destination Station – Serve hors d’oeuvres during the Welcome Reception on June 3 or host a Food Station during lunch on June 4. CaGBC provides the food, but you get to be the host.

INCREASE TRAFFIC TO YOUR BOOTH

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SHOWCASE RATES

+ 13% HSTEarly-bird Rate By April 1, 2020

Standard Rate After April 1, 2020

Size 10' x 10' 10' x 20' 20' x 20' 10' x 10' 10' x 20' 20' x 20'

Member* $1500 $2900 $5600 $2000 $3900 $7600

Non-member $2000 $3900 $7600 $2500 $4900 $9600

Upgrade: Turn your booth into a Destination Station at the Welcome Reception or Lunch for $250 each

Book before April 1, 2020 and

receive the early-bird savings of $500

Become a CaGBC National Member and save at least $500 on

your exhibitor fees

Upgrade to Host Destination Station

for $250

* A member is defined as a company or organization with a valid Corporate membership with the CaGBC at the date of payment and during the Showcase.

FAST AND EASY REGISTRATIONClick below and enter your information, booth preference and upgrade selections and pay by VISA,

MasterCard or cheque. A confirmation email will be sent to you electronically upon submission.

Not a CaGBC Member? Become one today »

Become an Exhibitor Now »

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SHOWCASE SPACE PAYMENT RULES An application for exhibit space will be considered valid only when full payment has been submitted along with a completed form through the online exhibitor application site. Showcase space rental fees are payable to CaGBC. All exhibit space applications will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and Management reserves the right to accept or decline any participant’s application. Changes in booth allocation without the explicit consent of Management will not be permitted. Participants benefiting from CaGBC member rate must be CaGBC members in good standing at the date of payment and during the show.

CANCELLATION POLICY In the event that the conference and/or Showcase is cancelled for any reason, the CaGBC and Management shall in no way be liable to the participant other than to return to the participant, without interest, such sums as have been paid to CaGBC. Should the participant, having submitted this application, desire to cancel, the participant may do so only after giving Management notice in writing. Cancellation of space is accepted until April 3, 2020 and a $750 administrative fee will be charged. After April 3, 2020, the full rental fee is forfeited. However, in the event the entire exhibit is sold out, CaGBC will refund the participant’s payment less a $750 administrative fee.

BOOTH PERSONNEL Each 10’ x 10’ (single) booth comes with two booth staff passes. A 20’ x 10’ (double) space comes with three booth staff passes. A 20’ x 20’ (quad) comes with four booth staff passes. The names of the booth personnel must be registered before May 8, 2020 in order for us to prepare name badges and tickets. Badges will be available on site at a dedicated registration kiosk. Booth badges must be worn at all times and provides access to the show floor setup and show hours. One pass to the concurrent education sessions and the Welcome Reception is included with the purchase of a booth. Social event tickets may be purchased at a discount (limited quantities available per booth).

PRIZE DRAWS and DELEGATE LISTS Due to Canadian privacy laws, some delegates have chosen to have their name excluded from the delegate list. Exhibitors may collect contact information within the confines of your booth. Simply download the event app and use your device to scan delegate name badges for instant tracking and lead generation. Prize draws, instant giveaways and contests are permitted.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION Please visit our website for hotel suggestions.

OFFICIAL SHOW SERVICE CONTRACTORS Details on the official show contractors will be posted on our website in December 2019.

BOOTH REGULATIONS Management reserves the right to restrict exhibits because of any objectionable reason, or because of failure to comply with these regulations, and to close, without indemnity, the exhibit or participant who shall refuse, after notice, to conform to these regulations which apply to all participants. Management shall have full authority and discretion in the placing, arrangement and appearance of all items located in the Showcase. Canopies or false ceilings, which are considered as display material, may be utilized by the participant provided they do not obstruct the line of sight or exceed reasonable height limitations for display material. Height restrictions: 8’ for interior booths; 10’ for perimeter booths. Booths must be self-supporting. Nothing shall be taped, mounted or attached in any form or manner to walls, doors or facility structure. The driving of nails, tacks or screws into floors, walls, columns, ceiling or trim will not be permitted nor will drilling of holes into any portion of the venue.

INNOVATION FORUM AND DISCUSSION PODS Exhibitors are not obliged or entitled to host, lead, sponsor or participate in the Innovation Forum or Discussion Pods.

DESTINATION STATION UPGRADE For those companies who have purchased an opportunity to serve food or drink in their booth during the Welcome Reception on June 3 and/or during Lunch on June 4 the CaGBC will be responsible for selecting, ordering, paying for and serving the food/drink. The participant is responsible for providing ample space for the item and service. A limited number of food stations are available on a first come, first served basis.

CONDUCT RESTRICTIONS Showcase booth personnel are strictly forbidden to “sell outside their booth”. This means that you are required to conduct all business within the confines of your own booth. Sales are allowed within your booth. Professional and scientific literature, product samples and giveaways may be offered freely to delegates during the Showcase. Helium balloons, glitter, confetti, etc. are prohibited. The use or distribution of noise-making devices is prohibited. Boxes and packing material must be consigned to the official show contractor for storage during the show, or stored within the confines of your booth. Anyone placing boxes or storage in the aisles risks having it removed with or without notice. Exhibitors will refrain from dismantling or removing supplies or equipment from their booth until 3:45 p.m. on June 4, 2020.

FAILURE TO OCCUPY SPACE Any confirmed showcase space not occupied by the close of the showcase installation period (12 p.m. June 3, 2020) will become the responsibility of Management and the participant will not be eligible for any refund whatsoever. If the participant’s booth and/or materials are on-hand, Management reserves the right to assign labour to set up the display. The participant will be responsible for any labour charges incurred. If there are no display materials in the booth and no communication from the confirmed participant has been received, Management reserves the right to: re-assign the booth for other purposes, without prejudice, or obligation being assumed, by the given deadline; or to have the contents of the space removed to storage, and to instruct that the participant be charged for all expenses associated with the above.

LIABILITY It is agreed that participants shall assume all responsibility associated with damage resulting from, or arising in connection with, their own negligence or that of their employees or agents, to the trade show area and neither CaGBC, the Beanfield Centre, nor the official show contractor or any of the above groups’ employees or subsidiaries nor any CaGBC conference supplier will assume liability for damage, loss of any nature or personal injury in connection with the showing or viewing or presenting of exhibits whatsoever. Participant has sole responsibility for its property of any theft, damage, or other loss to such property, including any subrogation claims by its insurer. Neither Management nor the event facility nor the exhibit service contractors, nor any of their representative officers, directors, shareholders, agents, employees or representatives shall be liable for, and participant hereby releases all of them from, and covenants not to sue any of them with respect to, any and all risks, damages and liabilities described in this paragraph and will hold harmless and indemnify Management from such risks, damages and liabilities.

INSURANCE Participants are required, at their sole cost and expense, to procure and maintain comprehensive liability insurance against claims for bodily injury or death and property loss, theft or damage, occurring prior to, during and after the Showcase for a minimum amount of 1 million dollars. A copy must be available to Management (CaGBC) one month prior to the event should we request a copy of it.

FIRE, SAFETY AND HEALTH Participants are fully responsible for compliance with all applicable local, municipal, provincial and federal fire, safety and health regulations regarding the installation, operation and dismantling of display material and equipment or otherwise relating to the participant or its booth.

RELOCATION OF EXHIBITS Management reserves the right to alter locations of exhibits as shown on the floor plan, if deemed at the sole discretion of Management, to be advisable or in the best interest of the Showcase, without recourse by or indemnity to the participant.

Please note: The CaGBC does not solicit “special offer” lodging reservations via telephone, fax or email and we do not contract lodging through any housing bureau. Beware of non-official housing vendors. All reservations should be made directly with the hotel of your choice.

SHOWCASE RULESThe word “Management” used herein or in subsequent regulations shall mean the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and its committees, officers, employees or agents acting for it, in the management of the Showcase. All matters and questions not covered by the following rules are subject to the decision of Management.

For more information about becoming an Exhibitor:

Francesca VelottiExhibition Manager

Phone: 604-681-5226 ext. 229

Fax: 604-681-2503 Email: cagbc-showcase@venuewest.com