Want to attend the Gathering for Success symposium.

I would very much like to attend the Gathering for Success symposium. Unfortunately, my travel budget is minuscule (at least I have one) and severely restricts my mobility and participation outside the greater Edmonton area.

I am a global person and would appreciate the rich wealth of talent and creativity that will be represented at the symposium.

As Vice President of Métis Regional Council IV, I would continue to share the knowledge I have with not only my own community but with anyone who has ears to hear.

Thank you for your consideration. Contact info: 780.456.3774
For more information about the symposium: http://www.gatheringforsuccess.ca/

From the website;
Who Should Attend:

· First Nation and Métis community and business leaders from Alberta and across North America
· Indigenous community and business leaders from around the globe
· Business and industry leaders
· Aboriginal and Indigenous youth leaders and entrepreneurs
· Federal, provincial and municipal government leaders, and policy and decision-makers
· Frontline economic development workers
· Government program officials
· Non-profit organizations with an interest in Aboriginal or Indigenous social and economic development
· Consultants working with Aboriginal or Indigenous communities
· Aboriginal and Indigenous media organizations

Why You Should Attend:

The Gathering for Success event is an unprecedented opportunity to learn about, and share, best practices relating to Aboriginal and Indigenous economic development across the globe. The Symposium's concurrent sessions include informative and thought-provoking presentations delivered by experts in the areas of:
· The Knowledge Economy and Sustainable Development
· Leadership
· Innovative Approaches
· Socio-Economic Community Development
The sharing of best practices with an international audience of community, government, and industry leaders passionate about Aboriginal and Indigenous economic development will create opportunities to develop dynamic alliances and partnerships leading to economic empowerment and success.
Event Dates and Location: The Symposium is being held June 28 to 30, 2009 at The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel conference centre.

Costs to Attend: The registration fee is just $575.00. Your registration fee is GST (Goods and Services Tax) exempt, and includes:» Admission to the opening and closing ceremonies, and networking receptions and events» All meals, including the Symposium banquet featuring a live performance by country music performer, Shane Yellowbird» Keynote speeches by:
· Roberta Jamieson
· Chief Willie Littlechild
· Chief Clarence Louie
· Wilma Mankiller
· Mike Tamaki
· David Baxter
· Ernesto Sirolli
» Concurrent sessions presenting best and promising Aboriginal and Indigenous practices in the areas of:
· The Knowledge Economy and Sustainable Partnerships
· Leadership
· Innovative Approaches
· Socio-Economic Community Development