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Shades of Green Conference: Certified Organic BC (Feb 29 - Mar 2)    Fri Feb 29 to Sun Mar 2, 2008, Sidney, BC

COABC Shades of Green Conference and AGM 2008
Certified Organic Associations of British Columbia
February 29 - March 2, 2008
Mary Winspear Centre at Sanscha, 2243 Beacon Ave., Sidney, BC

Highlights include:
* A facilitated discussion on the impact of the Food Safety Act and recently instituted Meat Regulations followed by the Friday evening reception, hosted by IOPA and COG-VI.
* Trade Show and Poster Presentations (open at 6:00pm Friday): a marketplace of products and ideas to challenge your imagination.
* Practical and interactive workshops throughout Saturday and on Sunday covering a wide range of topics
* Saturday evening's gourmet banquet followed by the Revolutionary Farmers Coffee House - entertainment by Midnight Bridge (Phil Vernon and Murray Reiss) and ...
* The auction!! The creative wealth of our community is reflected in the range of items to be auctioned: clothing, books, art, food, wine, tools, seeds - endless possibilities. If you would like to donate an auction item, just bring it with you. We'll conduct a silent auction with auction items on display from 6:00pm Friday evening until 8:00pm Saturday, when the winning bidders can collect their treasures.

If you need Shuttle services: after arrival, travelers should call 686-2395 to arrange pick up. This service will be available Thursday, Feb. 28 through Sunday, Mar. 2.

For more information and to register, visit the website.
Website: www.certifiedorganic.bc.ca

 
 

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