The Following is a list of the 2010 Trade Show Exhibitors.
Active Living Alliance
Contact: Jason Dunkerley E-Mail: jason@ala.ca
Website: www.ala.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Information developed by the Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability to assist recreation providers in developing inclusive programs and activities (to order copies of resources targeting public/private fitness facilities, school-based programs, and youth advocacy. For more information please visit www.ala.ca or www.allabilitieswelcome.ca
ABC Recreation LTD.
Contact: Kim St.Pierre E-Mail: Kim.stpierre@abcrecreation.com
Website: www.abcrecreation.com
Brief Description of service/products: ABC Recreation is a sales and service organization that specializes in the park and playground industry. Our offerings include playground equipment, splash pads, park shelters, park furniture and outdoor fitness equipment.
Active & Safe Routes to School of the Ecology Action Centre
Contact: Janet Barlow E-Mail: asrts@ecologyaction.ca
Website: www.saferoutesns.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Active & Safe Routes to School encourages more children, youth and thier families to use active transportation-such as walking and cycling-for the environment, physical activity and traffic safety.
Agence Francyne Caron
Contact: Francyne Caron E-Mail: info@agencefcaron.com
Website: www.agencefcaron.com
Brief Description of service/products: Scoreboards - Messages Centers - Video Boards - Sound Systems - Multimedia
Atlantic Chemical & Aquatics
Contact: Chris Nauss E-Mail: chris@atlanticchemical.ca
Website: www.atlanticchemical.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Commercial Pool Supply & Services
Atlantic Gym & Sports
Contact: Jacques Lecouffe E-Mail: atlanticgym@sports-inter.com
Website: www.sports-inter.com
Brief Description of service/products: Atlantic Gym & Sport is the leader in the institutional sports equipment distribution industry in Canada. Their services acquired prestigious reputation in Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario and Western Canadian markets.
Atlantic Tennis Alliance
Contact: Christopher Lambert E-Mail: clambert@tenniscanada.com
Website: lovemeansnothing.ca or tennisnovascotia.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Introduction to the progressive tennis program. Introduction to tennis for persons with special needs. Play on the indoor half court.
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
Contact: Laura Dole E-Mail: ldole@atlanticahalifax.com
Website: www.atlanticahotelhalifax.com
Brief Description of service/products: Accomadations
Brigadoon Village
Contact: Jen Kelday E-Mail: jen.kelday@brigadoonvillage.org
Website: www.brigadoonvillage.org
Brief Description of service/products: Brigadoon will be a year-round recreation facility in the Annapolis Valley. It's primary focus is to provide a residential camp for children & youth with chronic illness. During the non-summer months the facility will be available for rentals to a variety of groups.
Camping Association of Nova Scotia
Contact: Davida Mackay E-Mail: info@campingns.ca
Website: www.campingns.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Map of Nova Scotia indicating locations of residential camps. CANS Brochure. CANS accreditation information.
The Canadian Cancer Society
Contact: Meg McCallum E-Mail: katie.heckman@ns.cancer.ca
Website: www.hpclearinghouse.ca/tfsr.htm
Brief Description of service/products: Helping sport & recreation organizations with becoming tobacco-free through policy, reinforcement & promotion.
Canadian Ramp Company
Contact: Diane Smith E-Mail: coord@americanrampcompany.com
Website: www.canadianrampcompany.ca
Brief Description of service/products: We design and build custom skateparks around the world.
Cimco
Contact: Paul Taljaard E-Mail: ptaljaard@toromont.com
Website: www.cimcorefridgeration.com
Brief Description of service/products: Arena heating & cooling systems
Coyle & Greer
Contact: Brian Doherty E-Mail: bdoherty@coylegreer.com
Website: www.coylegreer.com
Brief Description of service/products: Coyle & Greer is a proud Canadian company with over 60 years of experience exceeding our clients' expectations by providing excellent service and quality product for service and recognition awards along with promotional products.
Dairy Farmers of Canada
Contact: Nathalie Roy E-Mail: nathalie.roy@dfc-plc.ca
Website: www.dairygoodness.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Visit our booth to learn about all of our free resources and programs. Our dietitian will gladly answer your nutrition questions and provide you with practical tips sure to help make your life easier and healthier.
dmA Planning and Management Services
Contact: Wendy Donovan E-Mail: wdonovan@dmaconsulting.com
Website: www.dmaconsulting.com
Brief Description of service/products: dmA is a recreation and library consulting firm providing planning services for over 25 years to clients in Atlantic Canada and Ontario.
Eav Spa & The Old Orchard Inn
Contact: Mia Lockhart E-Mail: info@eavspa.ca
Website: www.oldorchardinn.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Old Orchard Inn Resort and Spa is a travel destination for all Seasons. This favourite Nova Scotia hotel is a countryside resort for family vacations and weekend getaways but also features a Convention Center for corporate business meetings and retreats. Amenities include: Swimming, Tennis, Full Service Spa and Local Recreation. Conveniently located in the scenic Annapolis Valley, minutes from Grand Pre, Wolfville, New Minas and Kentville NS, just under 1 hour from Halifax.
Nova Scotia Environment
Contact: Daisy Kidston E-Mail: kidstoda@gov.ns.ca
Website: www.airhealth.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Nova Scotia Environment will be promoting the Air Quality Health Index. This index relates outdoor air quality to health risk. Good information to know if you are active outdoors.
Flaghouse
Contact: Carrie Middleton E-Mail: carrie.middleton@flaghouse.com
Website: www.flaghouse.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Flaghouse is a global supplier of equipment and resources for physical education, sports, fitness and recreation and for health, special needs, special education, sensory integration and multisensory environments. We offer more than 20,000 innovative and quality products and solutions to enhance the lives ofpeople of all ages and abilities.
Glow Parties
Contact: Shawna Williams E-Mail: shawna@glowparties.ca
Website: www.glowparties.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Glow Parties has been a leader in family entertainment and mobile signage in Atlantic Canada for over a decade. We offer five exciting divisions under the Glow Parties banner including: The Costume and Party Superstore, Event Planning and Packages, Amusements and Games, Special FX & Fireworks and Entertainers and Specialty Services. Glow Parties has something for kids of ALL ages! In addition to Glow Parties unique divisions, with the recent purchase of WOW Factor Event Design, we are now HRM's "go-to" Gala company. Whether you're hosting a complex Gala, an important Awards Night or planning a fabulous reception, WOW and GLOW are the place for you. Our Costume and Party Superstore has a full service balloon depot with in-house custom balloon artist available to create an amazing impression at your event, whether it is in your house, office, or large venue! No matter the event, we can meet your needs. Stop by Glow Parties & WOW Factor at 3600 Strawberry Hill, in Halifax.
Green Gym
Contact: Brianne Cyr E-Mail: shawbrianne@greengym.ca
Website: www.greengym.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Green Gym is an outdoor gym which provides a great opportunity for everyone to enjoy fitness and healthy active living for free. We provide a wide range of outdoor equipment to suit all needs.
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nove Scotia
Contact: Alanna Ryter E-Mail: aryter@heartandstroke.ns.ca
Website: www.walkaboutns.ca
Brief Description of service/products: leader in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living, and advocacy. One of the priorities of the Foundation is physical activity because research shows that it greatly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia is a recognized leader in linking community planning to improved health and has developed and delivered physical activity programs to help Nova Scotians get active each day.
Hike Nova Scotia
Contact: Janet Barlow E-Mail: info@hikenovascotia.ca
Website: www.hikenovascotia.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Hike Nova Scotia encourages and promotes hiking, walking and snowshoeing throughout Nova Scotia.
ICE PRO
Contact: Tim Oldfield E-Mail: tim@icepro.ca
Website: www.icepro.ca
Brief Description of service/products: IcePro synthetic Ice has been proven to glide further and last longer. Hockey training has never been so easy or fun. Improve your skating, stick handling, hockey agility and shot. Great for figure skating too!
Independent Living Nova Scotia
Contact: Sherry Costa E-Mail: sherry.costa@ilns.ca
Website: www.ilns.ca
Brief Description of service/products: Idependent Living Nova Scotia will be displaying and distributing information on recreation and leisure programs that offer persons with disabilities increased opportunities to participate.
Kinetic Solutions
Contact: Rick Harrington E-Mail: rick@kineticsolution.com
Website: www.kineticsolution.com
Brief Description of service/products: Provide fitness, rehab, athletic and recreational equipment to military, government, YMCA's, universities, medical facilities and seniors residences across Canada. This includes cardio, strength, aquatic, evaluation, and testing andrelated products. The companies we represent can be found on our website at www.kineticsolution.com
Laurentian Athletics Industries (1970) LTD
Contact: Emilio Leoni E-Mail: eleoni@laurentianltd.com
Website: www.laurentianltd.com
Brief Description of service/products: Laurentian Gymnastic Industries (1970) Ltd. is an all Canadian manufacturing company. Our product line consists of Outdoor Bleachers, Grandstands, Soccer Goal Posts, Upper Body development, Track and Field Motor Conditioning equipment, Classroom furniture, Telescopic Bleachers and Platforms.
Lifesaving Society (NS Branch)
Contact: Hylda Tucker E-Mail: hyldat@lifesavingsociety.ns.ca
Website: www.lifesavingsociety.ns.ca
Brief Description of service/products: The Lifesaving Society works to prevent drowning & water-related injury through out training programs, Water Smart public education, aquatic safety management, and lifesaving sport. As Canada's lifegaurding expert, the Lifesaving Society sets the standard for awuatic safety & certifies all of Canada's National Lifegaurds.
MFI Advertising INC
Contact: Barrie Watson E-Mail: mfibarriewatson@yahoo.com
Website: www.mfiadvertising.com
Brief Description of service/products: MFI Advertising is a leading supplier of promotional products, corporate, team and work wear, as well as trade show displays to clients through out Canada. With over 25 years experience and a dedication to customer service, combined with our innovation and competitively priced products, we can help make your project a success.
Musco Sports Lighting
Contact: Lloyd Corkum E-Mail: lloyd.corkum@musco.com
Website: www.musco.com
Brief Description of service/products: Sports Lighting
Nova Scotia 55 plus Games 2011 Kings County Host Committee
Contact: Bruce MacArthur E-Mail: bmacarthur@county.kings.ns.ca
Website: www.novascotia55plusgames.com
Brief Description of service/products: Kings County will be the host for the 2011 Nova Scotia 55 + games on Sept 22-25, 2011. With 30+ games plus entertainment culture and lots of fun for every Nova Scotian 55 and over. Kings County come play with us in 2011.
Nova Scotia Dept. Of Tourism, Culture and Heritage
Contact: Sadie Thomas-Frye E-Mail: frysa@gov.ns.ca
Website: www.gov.ns.ca/tch/tourism
Brief Description of service/products: The Tourism Division mandate covers planning, development, marketing and operations for the tourism industry in Nova Scotia. Our staff works to provide tourism operators with the tools and support they need to run successful businesses.
Nova Scotia Egg Producers
Contact: Debbie Richardson E-Mail: drichardson@eastlink.ca
Website: www.nsegg.ca
Brief Description of service/products: All About Eggs! Recipes + Information on how eggs provide "lasting energy".
Nova Scotia Environment
Contact: John Glynn-Morris E-Mail: glynnjc@gov.ns.ca
Website: www.gov.ns.ca/nse/protectedareas
Brief Description of service/products: Nova Scotia is world famous for the striking beauty of its landscapes. Through legislation and partnerships, we're protecting the province's natural environment for generations to come.
Nova Scotia Recreation Professionals in Health
Contact: Shelley Smith E-Mail: shelleya.smith@iwk.nshealth.ca
Website: www.nsrph.com
Brief Description of service/products: The Nova Scotia Recreation Professionals in Health Association was formed in 1994 to support its members by facilitating professional development, providing a network to enhance communication and information exchange, as well as advocate for the benefits of recreation in healthcare. Currently our members are represented in Long Term Care, Acute Care, Mental Health, Adult Residential Care, Pediatrics and Rehabilitation Settings.
Nova Scotia Sea School
Contact: Heather Kelday E-Mail: heather@seaschool.org
Website: www.seaschool.org
Brief Description of service/products: Totally out of the ordinary! The Nova Scotia Sea School's is unique hands-on skill and adventure programs are recognized provincially as providing community health and postive recreational habits for participants. Our programs include Sail-Training, Wilderness Survival, Boat Building, Surfboard Shaping, Community Farming, Team Building and Art.
PlayPower
Contact: Scott O'Reilly E-Mail: hart@schoolhouseproducts.com
Website: www.schoolhouseproducts.com
Playground equipment by Little Tikes and Miracle Recreation.
Schoolhouse Products
Contact: Hart Sernick E-Mail: scott.oreilly@playpower.com
Website: www.littletikescommercial.ca
Folding tables and chairs by Mity Lite, staging from StageRight Corp, stacking chairs by Antro Bell, and portable partitions by Screenflex.
Shoreline: Dirtworks
Contact: Adam Shore E-Mail: adam@shorelineconsulting.ca
Website: dirtworks.shorelineconsulting.ca
Offering design, building and management services for a wide range of trails and parks, we work with our clients to unearth the right solution for their needs. From planning to construction, risk management to maintenance. We've got you covered.
Spartan Athletic Products LTD.
Contact: John Lewis E-Mail: ns1@spartanfitness.ca
Website: http://www.spartanfitness.ca
At Spartan we have high quality elliptical trainers, steppers, treadmills, rowers, home gyms, free weights and weight training and body-building products - all sorts of gear from great sports manufacturers. We'll also give great advice whatever physical activity you plan to take part in.
Special Olympics Nova Scotia
Contact: Tom Fahie E-Mail: tfahie@sportnovascotia.ca
Website: www.sons.ca
The Special Olympics active start and fundamental programs are highlighted. Active start is geared towards children with an intellectual disability ages 0-6. Fundamentals focuses on youth ages 7-12.
Sperry and Partners LTD.
Contact: Mitch Brooks E-Mail: mbrooks@sperrypartners.com
Website: www.sperrypartners.com
Sperry & Partners Ltd. is a recreational architecture provider active in Nova Scotia and teh other Atlantic provinces for over 35 years.
T-Zone Vibrations
Contact: David Green E-Mail: tzonedartmouth@gmail.com
Website: www.tzonenovascotia.com
T-Zone Vibration Therapy is located in Dartmouth Nova Scotia and is the provincial headquaters for T-Zone Vibration Technology. Our Specialty is Whole Body Vibration - an exciting product that has revolutionized the health and fitness industry. T-Zone is one of the pioneers in Whole Body Vibration in Canada. Our machines are produced for the home and professional market and currently used by hundreds of outlets including chiropractors, physiotherapists, personal trainers, sporting clubs, nursing homes, retirement centers,and many more. We have a variety of health products that include chi machines, magnetics, and health food supplements. We also have a massage therapy service, electro reflex energiser, chi room, and a whole body vibration room for people to exercise in.
Volunteer Squared.
Contact: Tony Goodrow E-Mail: tony@volunteer2.com
Website: www.volunteer2.ca
Volunteer Impact is online volunteer management software used by municipalities and non-profits around the world. Whether you work with 50 volunteers or 5000 once you start using Volunteer Impact you will wonder how you ever managed before. The system is easy to use in either English or French. We will provide you with training on how to use it. If you can navigate websites and fill in forms on webpages then you can use Volunteer Impact to improve your volunteer program.
Water Polo Canada
Contact: Deanna Barry E-Mail: ilovewaterpolo@waterpolo.ca
Website: www.ilovewaterpolo.ca
Water Polo Canada is proud to launch "I Love Water Polo", a brand new introductory program for boys and girls ages 8-13. ILWP is flexible, community-driven and a great way to supplement swim lessons. It is also an excellent stand-alone program offering a FUN, unique activity to participants. Coaches are trained through NCCP and no experience is necessary for this training, making it ideal for lifeguards/aquatic instructors, parents, older youth, etc. Contact us today for more information.
YMCA Halifax/Dartmouth
Contact: Bette Watson-Borg E-Mail: better_watson-borg@ymca.ca
Website: www.ymca.ca
The YMCA was established over 150 years ago as a charity dedicated to the health of both individuals and communities. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life. Through YMCA financial assistance programs, the YMCA is accessible to all.
Atlantic Canada's Largest Recreation Trade Show
The 2010 Trade Show takes place Wednesday evening and Thursday, Nov. 17 and 18th.
The Exhibitor's Package is available for download at: http://www.recreationns.ns.ca/Downloads/Tradeshow2010Prospectus.pdf Please complete and fax or email back the Exhibitor’s Contract.
This year's theme - Nova Scotia ... Becoming Canada's Recreation Playground - will bring together more than 250 delegates representing a broad interest in recreation and associated fields to network, exchange ideas and 'rediscover' what can be done in these economically challenging times to deliver quality programs, services and opportunities that empower Nova Scotians of all ages and abilities to adopt healthier, more physically active lives.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with:
Parks and Recreation Directors and Coordinators
Recreation program and service programmers/planners
Outdoor recreation associations (trails groups, cycling groups, etc.)
Active living consultants and sport animators
Facility managers
Provincial sport and recreation Associations EDs and volunteers
Elected Officials and administrators
University/college faculty
Health promotion professionals and volunteers
Planners and researchers
Transportation and Public Works representatives
Students (undergrad programs in recreation,planning, etc.)
