Canadian Association for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases cacmid.ca 1 Where Canada s Experts in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Meet Point de Rencontre des Experts Canadiens en Microbiologie Médicale et Infectiologie Sponsorship Prospectus
Who We Are 2 ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASE (AMMI) CANADA COLLABORATING SOCIETIES AMMI Canada is the national association that represents physicians, clinical microbiologists and researchers specializing in the fields of medical microbiology and infectious diseases. Through promotion of the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of human infectious diseases and by our involvement in education, research, clinical practice and advocacy, AMMI Canada aims to serve and educate the public and also to enhance the career opportunities of its members through professional development and advocacy initiatives. Mission Statement AMMI Canada: We advance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections. CANADIAN ASSOCIATION FOR CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES (CACMID) CACMID is an organization that began from a public health microbiology background and is now one of Canada s longest-standing microbiology associations. CACMID actively promotes cooperation, collaborative research, and education amongst microbiologists, and also the development and promotion of clinical standards and guidelines. CACMID is inclusive of all microbiology-related positions, including technicians, clinicians, medical microbiologists, physicians, students, research scientists and laboratory managers. Mission Statement We advance the fields of clinical microbiology and infectious diseases in Canada through education, scholarship, advocacy and the promotion of best practices. Critical Care-Infectious Diseases Network (CCIDN) Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science Société canadienne de science de laboratoire médical
About The Annual Conference The only one of its kind in Canada, the AMMI Canada CACMID Annual Conference provides an interactive venue where experts in the fields of diagnostic microbiology, antimicrobial stewardship, infectious diseases, infection prevention and control, and public health meet. The conference attracts attendees from across Canada and internationally. As in previous years, the 2019 conference will provide updates on a variety of topics to a diverse audience of clinicians, microbiologists, laboratory technologists, public health professionals, infection prevention and control practitioners, students and residents. The Central Planning Committee made of representatives from both AMMI Canada and CACMID governs the conference Program at a Glance Thursday, April 4 AMMI Canada AGM and Sections Meetings (07:00 08:45) Plenary (09:00 11:00) Tropical Medicine State of the Art Clinical Lecture (14:45 15:45) Behavioural Change AMMI Canada CACMID Special Lecture (16:15 17:15) Pseudoscience and How to Spot It Friday, April 5 CACMID AGM (07:00 08:45) Plenary (09:00 11:00) Clinical Controversies in Infectious Diseases and Diagnostic Microbiology State of the Art Clinical Lecture (14:45 15:45) Advances in the Development of a Universal Influenza Vaccine Special Thanks to our 2018 Partners Saturday, April 6 The Incubator (09:20 10:20) The Pitch Plenary (14:30 16:30) What s Hot in Adult and Paediatric Infectious Diseases and Diagnostic Microbiology? 3
2018 AMMI Canada CACMID Annual Conference Data 4 At the AMMI Canada CACMID Annual Conference, delegates have the opportunity to network with key industry partners, nurture existing relationships, build partnerships, discuss opportunities, and discover how to overcome obstacles in today s complex health and care environment. Delegates see first hand what new tools, processes, and methods are available. Total Delegate Attendance by Year 2018 Vancouver 509 2017 Toronto 546 2016 Vancouver 486 2015 Charlottetown 314 2014 Victoria 399 2013 Québec City 405 Total Industry Attendance by Year 2018 Vancouver 133 2017 Toronto 159 2016 Vancouver 152 2015 Charlottetown 93 2014 Victoria 161 2013 Québec City 175 WHAT S IN IT FOR YOU? We have developed a partnership package with your needs in mind, by offering your company the right balance of opportunities for business success. Promote and showcase your company, brand, products and services Network and connect with our members, delegates and forge lasting meaningful relationships Access the largest delegation of infectious disease, medical and clinical microbiologists in one location. Attendance by Province British Columbia 140 Alberta 65 Saskatchewan 16 Manitoba 35 Ontario 153 Québec 53 New Brunswick 7 Nova Scotia 11 Newfoundland and Labrador 5 Prince Edward Island 1 Northwest Territories 1 Nunavut 1 USA 11 Other 10 Attendance by Specialty Infectious Disease 145 Laboratory Scientists (clinical and bench scientists) 88 Medical Microbiology 82 Other (Government, public health, veterinary, etc.) 60 Clinical Microbiology 43 Medical Microbiology/Infectious Disease 37 Student 28 Paediatric Infectious Diseases/ Medical Microbiology 19 Pharmacist 7
Sponsorship Opportunities There are many sponsorship opportunities by which companies can support the AMMI Canada CACMID Annual Conference. If you have a particular idea on how you would like to promote your company at the AMMI Canada CACMID Annual Conference 2018 please contact Riccarda Galioto (613) 260-3233 ext 102 or riccarda@ammi.ca. 5 DIAMOND SPONSOR $60,000 Exclusive to this level: Conduct an AMMI Canada co-developed Integrated Symposium Lunch Possible Dates and Times Thursday April 4 (12:30 14:30) 1.5 hours accredited Friday April 5 (12:00 14:00) 1.5 hours accredited Saturday April 6 (12:00 14:00) 1.5 hours accredited v The symposium must be accredited and co-developed by AMMI Canada following Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Maintenance of Certifications criteria and AMMI Canada guidelines. v Only three lunch time spots are available: one Thursday, one Friday and one Saturday. v A dedicated meeting room for the symposium will be provided at no additional charge. v The maximum number of attendees permitted at the symposium is 125. v Basic Audio Visual is supplied at no additional cost. v Double corner or end booth in exhibit hall plus 4 additional exhibit hall representatives. v Eight (8) full conference registrations. expenses related to speaker(s) (travel and accommodation) per the AMMI Canada accreditation guidelines and funding rules. expenses related to food and beverage which must be supplied by the Westin Hotel. audio-visual labour and equipment above and beyond the basic equipment provided, which must be supplied by the official conference supplier. v Signage related to the symposium. NOTE: The Scientific Planning Committee will be the Program Planning Committee for all accredited programs. Industry CANNOT be involved in the program development nor can third party planners or communications companies. PLATINUM SPONSOR $35,000 Exclusive to this level: Conduct an AMMI Canada co-developed Workshop Event Date Thursday April 4 (07:15 08:45) 1 hour accredited 07:15 07:45 Breakfast 07:45 08:45 Workshop N.B. This time slot runs concurrently to the AMMI Canada AGM. Breakfast 07:00 07:30, AGM 07:30 08:45 Friday April 5 (07:15 08:45) 1 hour accredited 07:15 07:45 Breakfast 07:45 08:45 Workshop N.B. This time slot runs concurrently to the CACMID AGM. Breakfast 07:00 07:30, AGM 07:30 08:45 Saturday April 6 (07:15 08:45) 1 hour accredited 07:15 07:45 Breakfast 07:45 08:45 Workshop N.B. This time slot runs concurrently to the CFID Bug Run (0700-0830) v The Workshop must be accredited and co-developed by AMMI Canada following Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Maintenance of Certifications criteria and AMMI Canada guidelines. v Only three breakfast spots are available: on Thursday (runs concurrently to AMMI Canada AGM, one Friday (runs concurrently to the CACMID AGM) and one Saturday (runs concurrently to the CFID Bug Run). v A dedicated meeting room for the workshop will be provided at no additional charge. v The maximum number permitted at the workshop is 75. v Basic Audio Visual is supplied at no additional cost. v One (1) single exhibit booth in exhibit hall plus 2 additional exhibit hall representatives. v Four (4) full conference registrations. expenses related to speaker(s) (travel and accommodation) per the AMMI Canada accreditation guidelines and funding rules. v The sponsor is responsible for all expenses related to food and beverage which must be supplied by the Westin Hotel. audio-visual labour and equipment above and beyond the basic equipment provided, which must be supplied by the official conference supplier. v Signage related to the symposium. NOTE: The Scientific Planning Committee will be the Program Planning Committee for all accredited programs. Industry cannot be involved in the program development nor can third party planners.
Sponsorship Opportunities 6 GOLD SPONSOR $20,000 Conduct an Unaccredited Learning Activity with Dinner GOLD SPONSOR $15,000 Welcome Reception Partner (exclusive) Possible Activities: Date and Time N.B.: Three (3) concurrent opportunities are available. Friday April 5 (18:30 20:30) v Reception and Dinner with nonaccredited educational content for a maximum of 50 attendees. OR v Reception and equipment demonstration for a maximum of 50 attendees. v A dedicated room for the activity is provided at no additional charge. v The maximum number of attendees permitted is 50. v Conference is permitted to provide limited advertising for the activity. v One (1) single exhibit booth in exhibit hall plus two (2) additional exhibit hall representatives. expenses related to food and beverage, which must be provided by the Westin Hotel. audio-visual labour, equipment and electricity, which must be provided by the official conference supplier. v Signage related to the activity. Set your company apart from the crowd by hosting the welcome reception for delegates on Thursday evening. Tap into this unique opportunity where your team can network and engage delegates outside the classroom. No formalities, no education with this opportunity. Meet and mingle with all delegates on a casual and comfortable social setting. v Exclusive access to the presentation theatre in the exhibit hall, during the Welcome Reception, Thursday April 4 for use as a lounge and or presentation area (additional fees apply). v Opportunity to provide branded napkins (logos only) for use during the reception (additional cost applies, unless be provided by sponsor). v Opportunity to work with the secretariat to create a branded dessert station (additional fees may apply). v One (1) single exhibit booth in exhibit hall plus four (4) additional exhibit hall representatives. v Two signs acknowledging the sponsorship in the exhibit hall. audio-visual labour, equipment and electricity if using the theatre, which must be provided by the official conference suppler.
Sponsorship Opportunities 7 Showcase a product or service or conduct a 30-minute demonstration or presentation in the dedicated presentation theatre located in the exhibit hall. Maximum number of seats available in the theatre is 50. Create an extension of your booth, free up space at the main booth and attract a larger crowd. Sponsors are responsible for all audio-visual equipment (must use official conference supplier), speaker expenses, food and beverage (optional), which must be provided by the Westin Hotel. ONLY TWO Presentation Theatres opportunities are available. Event Dates and Times SILVER SPONSOR $10,000 Presentation Theatre In the Exhibit Hall (unaccredited) Thursday April 4 (12:30 13:00) (1 spot) v This time slot runs concurrently to the Exhibit Hall, the lunch for the integrated co-developed symposium and committee meetings. Friday April 5 (12:00 12:30) (1 spot) v This time slot runs concurrently to the Exhibit Hall, the lunch for the integrated co-developed symposium and committee meetings. v A dedicated theatre in the exhibit hall will be provided at no additional charge. v A maximum of 50 attendees are permitted. v One (1) Exhibit Booth in the exhibit hall, located close to the theatre, plus four (4) additional representatives. v Conference is permitted to do limited advertising for the event. v The sponsor is responsible for all expenses related to the shipping, set up and dismantling of any equipment required or used in theatre. N.B.: Specific removal times may be applicable. v The sponsor is responsible for all audio-visual equipment, labour and electricity as required and must by supplied by official conference supplier. v The sponsor is responsible for all costs related to any food and beverage, which must be supplied by the Westin Hotel. v The sponsor is responsible for all signage related to the Presentation Theatre. SILVER SPONSOR $10,000 Host a Private Dinner (3 concurrent opportunities available) Event Date and Time Friday April 5 (18:30 20:30) v Times subject to change without notification. v Host a private dinner at the Westin Hotel in a dedicated meeting room for a maximum of 25 guests. v Conference can send out invitations on behalf of sponsor. expenses related to speaker(s), if a presentation is given. audio-visual equipment, labour and electricity, which must be supplied by the official conference supplier. food and beverage, which must be provided by the Westin Hotel. SILVER SPONSOR $10,000 Internet Café (Exclusive) The Internet Café is one of the most visited points by all conference participants. Four (4) working stations will be made available to conference participants. The sponsors corporate logo will be set as the desktop wallpaper as well as the screen saver icon. SILVER SPONSOR $10,000 WiFi Sponsor (Exclusive) Wifi is an essential service! WiFi users will see your logo whenever they log in: a perfect opportunity to enhance and build your corporate profile. v One (1) exhibit booth in the exhibit hall. v One (1) full conference registration.
Sponsorship Opportunities 8 BRONZE SPONSOR $7,500 Customized Hotel Keycards (Exclusive) Corporate branded keycards will replace the standard hotel keycards for all guests staying at the Westin Hotel. (NOTE: Products CANNOT be promoted). COPPER SPONSOR $5,000 Morning Refreshment Break Use this opportunity to increase visibility and exposure for your company by networking with delegates pre-plenary. Provide them with coffee, tea, fruit and healthy snacks. Date Options PATRON SPONSOR $3,000 Hotel Floor Stickers Include your booth number, logo and company name on six (6) floor stickers that will be placed in main corridors of the hotel leading delegates to the exhibit hall. SPECIAL REQUESTS Conference Secretariat If you have a particular idea on how you would like to promote your company at the AMMI Canada CACMID Annual Conference 2018 please contact Riccarda Galioto (613) 260-3233 ext 102 or riccarda@ammi.ca. Thursday April 4 (08:30 09:00) BRONZE SPONSOR $7,500 Cell Phone Recharging Kiosk Friday April 5 (08:30 09:00) Saturday April 6 (08:30 09:00) Benefit Four cell phone-charging kiosks, each able to charge 12 devices simultaneously and quickly. Each unit will be individually branded. v Prominent on-site signage. v One (1) exhibit booth in the exhibit hall.