Program –:– Badges | Conference Theme |Keynote Speakers & Plenary Panel | Competitions | Social Events | c2017 Conference Planning Committee & Volunteers
Our social events will help you to connect with colleagues, reflect, take action and innovate – all within Vancouver’s urban oasis.
Opening Reception and Silent Auction – Co-sponsored by Jitsutech and The Evaluator’s Institute (TEI)
Sunday, April 30, 6:00 pm, Location: The Westin Bayshore
Kick off the conference with some live music in a relaxed atmosphere as you participate in a silent auction and mingle with fellow delegates. Proceeds benefit the Canadian Evaluation Society Educational Fund (CESEF).
The opening reception will feature music from V & G Entertainment. V & G Entertainment serve the Greater Vancouver Area as well as Whistler, Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. They have been providing live music for weddings and other special events for nearly 20 years. With a large roster of professional musicians available, V & G cater the perfect musical ensemble to each and every event. These ensembles include classical string quartets, jazz trios/quartets, cover/dance bands, pianists, harpists, bagpipers and their popular Violin & Guitar duo. www.violinandguitar.ca.
(Ticket included in your conference registration)
Morning Exercises
Monday & Wednesday at 6:10-7:00 am, Meeting Point: The Westin Bayshore lobby
Start your day with a WALK or RUN around Stanley Park. Breathe in the fresh sea air!
Tuesday at 6:10-7:00 am, Meeting Point: The Cowichan Room
Stretch out your body with a hatha YOGA class. Please bring your own mat, as only a limited number will be provided.
(Photo courtesy of Vancouver Tourism)
CES-CESEF Student Case Competition Awards
Monday, May 1, 6:00 pm-7:00 pm, Location: Bayshore Grand Ballroom.
You are invited to a reception where the winning team for the 2017 CES-CESEF Student Case Competition will be announced.
(Ticket included in your conference registration)
Soirée in the Park – Sponsored by R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd
Monday, May 1, 7:00 pm-late, Location: Vancouver Rowing Club
Join us for a Soirée in the Park at the Vancouver Rowing Club in Stanley Park with stunning views of downtown Vancouver and just a 12-15 minute seawall walk from The Westin Bayshore hotel. See the map from Westin Bayshore to Vancouver Rowing Club.
Regular Ticket: $50
Student Ticket: $35
The evening will feature live music entertainment from KOKOSOUL! The tantalizing combination of Karina Morin and Karlo Martin come together to form KOKOSOUL, one of Vancouver’s most accomplished groups. Performing as a quartet, with a huge variety of favourite classics & modern hits, all performed with passion and soul, in their own inimitable style, sure to leave a lasting impression! www.kokosoulmusic.com
The event will include a selection of West Coast inspired canapés and more including:
ambient passed canapés
ginger sesame slaw in cucumber cups
grape tomatoes, basil, pesto bocconcini swords
warmed passed canapés
spinach & artichoke pastry puffs
coconut crusted prawns with sweet thai chili sauce
sun dried tomato, apple & cheddar pizzettas
salmon sliders with pea shoots & corn relish (1/2 veggie)
grazing platters
Canadiana cheeseboard
artisan local cheeses, crackers, crisps & baguette
vegetable crudité with duo of dips
tzatziki & red pepper miso
chef station
build your own risotto bar
variety of toppings including BC seafood medley, diced chicken,
tomatoes, mushrooms, cheddar, feta, chives, bacon bits, spinach
dessert
dainty dessert bites
assorted tartlets, truffles, mousse cups, macarons, mini pavlovas
Courtesy of Emelle’s Catering.
(Photo courtesy of Vancouver Rowing Club)
Networking Space & Science World KEVA Set-up
Monday-Wednesday, Location: The Westin Bayshore hotel
Connect and innovate at the Networking Space. On Monday and Tuesday afternoon, the Space will feature a Science World KEVA station, where you can work together to harness the ingenuity of your imagination by creating unique structures.
Dine Around Town with Evaluators
Tuesday, May 2, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Meeting Point: The Western Bayshore lobby
Join a star-studded host of evaluators for hosted dinners at a variety of exciting Vancouver restaurants! We have various price brackets lined up, all within a short walk of the conference hotel. Please see below for details on hosts and restaurants. You can sign up here or in person at the conference:
- Harry Cummings, CES President, will be hosting at Forage, which serves local and sustainable West Coast fare with an exciting flair. Sign up here.
- Kathryn Newcomer, AEA President, will be hosting at Carderos, a seafood-focused favourite. Sign up here.
- Gail Barrington, CES Vice-President, hosting at Lift Bar and Grill, close by on the seawall. Sign up here.
- Benoît Gauthier, CES Past-President, will be hosting at Japanese restaurant Guu Kubachi. Sign up here.
- Slavica Stevanovic, a partner with FWCO will be hosting at the Lebanese, budget-friendly, vegetarian favourite Nuba. Sign up here.
- Danielle Gagnier will be hosting at the Cactus Club, a Vancouver landmark with stunning views. Sign up here.
Hospitality Suite
Tuesday, May 2, 9:00 pm–late, Location: International Suite, Room 533
Join colleagues for drinks, snacks and prizes at the late-night hospitality suite!
The hospitality suite will offer complimentary tasting stations of local BC beers and wines with non-alcoholic options available, a raffle with prizes donated from various CES chapters, and live acoustic music from Kristina and Danny:
Kristina and Danny bring together folky, jazzin’, and bluesy tunes that run through the heart and mind and into their voices and hands. They mix both original and cover songs into sometimes intense, sometimes sweet moments of musical interaction. Kristina and Danny are both avid songwriters who deeply express their feelings about the healing power of music, and are grateful about their meeting through the Vancouver Adapted Music Society. diggerdanmusic.com.
Self-guided and Group Activities
Grouse Mountain and Capilano Suspension Bridge
Wednesday, May 3rd
Visit Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain, two of Vancouver’s most exciting attractions. Join other conference delegates for a self-paced and self-funded trip to Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains.
Meeting point and time: The Westin Bayshore Lobby, 1:00 pm
Activity time: 1:15 pm until 5:00 pm or later
Cost for activities
Capilano: $39.95 + tax
Grouse Mountain: $44.95 + tax
Cost for transport
Your choice! The following options are available:
Westin Bayshore – Capilano: Free shuttle
Taxi, Capilano – Grouse Mountain: Approx. $10
Grouse Mountain – 999 Canada Place: Free shuttle (15 minute walk back to hotel)
More info
https://www.capbridge.com
https://www.grousemountain.com
Note: This activity is paid for directly by participants. Please visit the website to sign up. This information is to facilitate conference delegates meeting other tour attendees.
Wednesday Afternoon Brewery Tour
Wednesday, May 3rd
Join fellow conference delegates for a Walking Tour of Brewery Creek visiting Vancouver breweries: Brassneck, Big Rock Urban Brewery and Faculty Brewing.
Meeting point and time: The Westin Bayshore Lobby, 1:15 pm
Activity time: 2:00 pm until 5:15 pm or later
Cost for activities
$69.99 + tax
Discount of 10% off if you use this coupon code: CESAC17
Cost for transport
Your choice! The following options are available:
Transit (#19 bus) or taxi from The Westin Bayshore to Brassneck Brewery, 2148 Main St, Vancouver
More info and to sign up
This activity is paid for directly to the vendor. Please visit the website for more information and to sign up:
https://vancouverbrewerytours.com/Tours/BookingaTour
(Photo courtesy of TripAdvisor)