2005 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Submitted by Janet Merrick & Bill Stampe  
2005 National Convention Co-Chairs
 

CANADIAN PROGRESS CLUB NATIONAL CONVENTION

September 14 - 18, 2005
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Host Hotel Radisson
Reservations - 1-800-333-3333
Rooms are being held until August 14, 2005

It is hard to believe that two years ago a convention in Saskatoon was just a wish and now every time we turn around it just keeps getting closer and closer which means it will soon be just a memory.

The convention committee is working hard to present a convention that will be a memory for a long time to come.

Registration deadlines are also fast approaching so please take note:

Pre-registered guests will be billed the remainder of the convention fee at the end of June in the amount of $275.00 (for those of you who paid by cheque or cash please submit the balance of your registration by mail.  This is also the deadline for your next best rate of $375.00 after that date your registration cost will be $400.00.  Registration forms can be completed by printing the form and sending by fax to Brenda at 306-242-1852 or by mailing to Brenda McBain 103 Skeena Crescent, Saskatoon, Sk. S7K 4G6

• Plans are in the works for an interesting spousal program.
• Last date to order shirts is June 30th and payment is due with order.
• Golf will be held Wednesday afternoon and payment is due with registration.

September is a great month to visit Saskatchewan, the weather is usually very favorable compared to our hot summers and cold winters.  Please visit our web site for information about Saskatoon and Saskatchewan Tourism.  As well please take note that West Jet as one of our sponsors is offering discount fares which must be booked by calling the number as listed on the web site.  Please let us know your flight number, date and time of arrival to assist us in doing our very best to ensure that you are welcomed in the best of Progress style.

The Great Plains Region looks forward to sharing Saskatchewan’s 100th Year celebration on Thursday September 15th with all of you.