FONOM Learning Morning – Wednesday, November 10th, 2021
Tourism Industry Association of Ontario
The government recognizes the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) as the voice of tourism. They advocate the importance of tourism as an economic driver and job creator to serve the interests of Ontario’s diverse tourism industry and business community. At TIAO, they work on behalf of our membership, collectively representing 200,000 businesses and 400,000 employees.
MentorWorks
Canadian government funding programs can support small businesses, large corporations, non-profits, and post-secondary research institutions. However, the key to accessing these programs is knowing which ones provide the best fit for your organization and upcoming projects.
Ryse Solutions
A producer responsibility organization. If work with their customers – producers, retailers, manufacturers, and packaging suppliers – to help them understand and meet regulatory requirements. Their expertise and solution offerings expand across various materials, including tires, waste electronics and electrical equipment, hard-to-recycle packaging, and batteries.
Guaranteed Funeral Deposits
Founded in 1961, Guaranteed Funeral Deposits GFD prides itself on providing exceptional Member support, offering various tools, coaching, training, and services needed to maintain your cemetery.
Local Authority Services (LAS)
Local Authority Services (LAS) is a preferred provider of competitively-priced and sustainable cooperative business services for Ontario municipalities and the broader public sector. LAS helps communities work better. Services include Asset Services, Commodity Programs, Energy Services, and Digital Services.
Zoom Meeting
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Passcode: 065240
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Meeting ID: 813 3561 1203
Passcode: 065240
The 2022 FONOM Conference will be held in North Bay,
May 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2022
As a part of the 2021 Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) conference hosted by Timmins, UtopiaVR has created 4 VRooms.
You can access the VRooms at the links below (4th VRoom will be available on Tuesday, May 18 only). If you wish, please visit them before the start of the conference and create your avatar! FONOM is pleased to have UtopiaVR as a partner in our Annual Conference.
The Exhibitor Halls are:
Timmins Showcase
https://go.utopiavr.io/
UtopiaVR Showcase (This is to showcase UtopiaVR during FONOM breaks)
https://go.utopiavr.io/
Exhibitor Halls 1&2
https://go.utopiavr.io/
https://go.utopiavr.io/
Utopia VR is pleased to be participating in the 2021 Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) conference hosted by the city of Timmins, Ontario.
“Utopia VR is an emerging Canada-based solution provider in the online meeting space,” stated President Stuart Gray. “Our cutting edge online VR (virtual reality) VRooms provide users with an enhanced immersive experience that take online meetings to the next level.”
“Now, more than ever, we need to be connected and Utopia VR is on the leading edge of human connectivity.”
“Our technology is entirely web-based which means meeting hosts and participants can use any device including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers.”
It’s the future of online work collaboration and it’s here now.
To book a private tour of Utopia VR’s full suite of online meeting solutions, contact Kevin Vincent, Vice President of Global Business Development by email at Kevin@utopiavr.com
Northern Ontario municipal politicians, senior municipal and government staff are the target audience for this conference, essentially the municipal decision-makers of today. Participation in the FONOM Conference as a sponsor is a great opportunity for suppliers, vendors, and professionals to reach our delegates and show your support for Northern Ontario.
For more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact us.
The FONOM Trade Show is held each year during the Annual Conference in May. This conference normally draws around 250 people with the majority being mayors, reeves, councillors and rural municipal administrators. The show attracts many different companies, government agencies, and special interest associations for the benefit of the delegates.
The 2022 Trade Show will be held in North Bay.
We encourage your business to take the opportunity to meet the decision-makers of municipal goods and services in northern Ontario.
This section contains those companies and organizations that have assisted with FONOM’s recent activities. On behalf of our Executive, Board of Directors, and Members, we thank you for your continued support!
Conference and Tradeshow
FONOM is pleased to announce that the 2021 AGM and annual conference will be held virtually on Tuesday, May 18th, hosted by the City of Timmins.
May 17th, 2021
Looking forward to the FONOM Conference – GoNorth
Tuesday, May 18th, 2021 – 8:30 am – 4:45 P.M.
To view these sessions, please site FONOM’s YouTube Channel at (3) fonom channel – YouTube
8:30 am FONOM Annual General Meeting
President’s Report – President Danny Whalen
Financial Reports – 1st Vice President Paul Schoppmann & 2nd Vice President Lynn Watson
8:42 am Go North Campaign Update – President Danny Whalen
8:46 am Executive Award – President Danny Whalen
8:49 am Timmins Welcome – Mayor George Pirie
8:53 am City of Timmins Showcase: Green, Global and Growing
9:24 am Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Update – President Graydon Smith
9:32 am Rural Ontario Municipalities Association – (ROMA) Update – resident Robin Jones
9:39 am Northwestern Ontario Municipalities Association (NOMA) Update – President Wendy Landry
9:45 am Minister Steven Clark
9:50 am Update from Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) – Ahmed Maria, Director, Transmission Planning
10:00 am Leveraging Telesat Lightspeed to affordably connect your community –Michele Beck – Vice President, of North America Sales
10:47 am Health Break – Tourism Video & UtopiaVR
10:55 am FedNor Update – Aime Dimatteo – Director-General
11:40 am Municipal Property Assessment Corporation – Update – Mary Dawson Cole – Municipal and Stakeholder Relations
Noon Lunch Break – Sponsors and Tourism Videos
Please create an Avitar and visit the rooms created by UtopiaVR
Timmins Showcase
https://go.utopiavr.io/
UtopiaVR Showcase (This is to showcase UtopiaVR during FONOM breaks)
https://go.utopiavr.io/
Exhibitor Halls 1&2
https://go.utopiavr.io/
https://go.utopiavr.io/
12:30 PM Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
12:35 PM Honourable Anthony Rota – Speaker of the House
12:41 PM Emergency Management – Coastal Evacuations – Nina Diaz – Senior Manager & Strategic Advisor
12:53 PM Minister Victor Fedeli – Ministry Update
1:00 PM SpaceX – Update on Starlink Program – Jonathan Hofeller, SpaceX’s Vice President of Starlink
1:48 PM Premier Doug Ford – Introduced by Norm Miller MPP
1:53 PM Minister Greg Rickford – Ministry Update
2:02 PM Municipal Insurance – Jessica Jaremchuk – Director, Risk Management Services – Intact Insurance
2:24 PM Minister Ross Romano – Ministry Update
2:27 PM Update from Ontario Northland – Corina Moore – President & CEO
2:44 PM Update from Ontario Good Road Association (OGRA) – Scott Butler – Executive Director
3:12 PM Health Break – Tourism Video
3:20 PM AMO Policy Update – Monika Turner – Director of Policy
3:35 PM NDP Update – Andrea Horwath
3:41 PM Liberal Update – Steven Del Duca
3:46 PM Multi Minister Forum – Ministers Tibollo, Scott, Romano, Bethlenfaly, Fullerton, Clark & Yurek
4:14 PM Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation – John Guerard – Executive Director
4:27 PM 2021 FONOM Conference Invite – Mayor Al McDonald
4:28 PM Closing Remarks – Danny Whalen
The 2022 FONOM Conference will be held in North Bay,
May 9th, 10th and 11th, 2022
As a part of the 2021 Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) conference hosted by Timmins, UtopiaVR has created 4 VRooms.
You can access the VRooms at the links below (4th VRoom will be available on Tuesday, May 18 only). If you wish, please visit them before the start of the conference and create your avatar! FONOM is pleased to have UtopiaVR as a partner in our Annual Conference.
The Exhibitor Halls are:
Timmins Showcase
https://go.utopiavr.io/
UtopiaVR Showcase (This is to showcase UtopiaVR during FONOM breaks)
https://go.utopiavr.io/
Exhibitor Halls 1&2
https://go.utopiavr.io/
https://go.utopiavr.io/
Utopia VR is pleased to be participating in the 2021 Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) conference hosted by the city of Timmins, Ontario.
“Utopia VR is an emerging Canada-based solution provider in the online meeting space,” stated President Stuart Gray. “Our cutting edge online VR (virtual reality) VRooms provide users with an enhanced immersive experience that take online meetings to the next level.”
“Now, more than ever, we need to be connected and Utopia VR is on the leading edge of human connectivity.”
“Our technology is entirely web-based which means meeting hosts and participants can use any device including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers.”
It’s the future of online work collaboration and it’s here now.
To book a private tour of Utopia VR’s full suite of online meeting solutions, contact Kevin Vincent, Vice President of Global Business Development by email at Kevin@utopiavr.com
Northern Ontario municipal politicians, senior municipal and government staff are the target audience for this conference, essentially the municipal decision-makers of today. Participation in the FONOM Conference as a sponsor is a great opportunity for suppliers, vendors, and professionals to reach our delegates and show your support for Northern Ontario.
For more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact us.
The FONOM Trade Show is held each year during the Annual Conference in May. This conference normally draws around 250 people with the majority being mayors, reeves, councillors and rural municipal administrators. The show attracts many different companies, government agencies, and special interest associations for the benefit of the delegates.
The 2022 Trade Show will be held in North Bay.
We encourage your business to take the opportunity to meet the decision-makers of municipal goods and services in northern Ontario.
This section contains those companies and organizations that have assisted with FONOM’s recent activities. On behalf of our Executive, Board of Directors, and Members, we thank you for your continued support!