Cottage Show Seminars - Cottage Porch Stage, Aberdeen

Seminar Title: ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND YOUR COTTAGE
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 3:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 11:00 am
Sunday April 13 - 3:30 pm

Speaker : Jamie Saunders
Education and/or Professional Credentials: BSc. (Eng.) - Environmental

BIO: After focusing on on-site wastewater in University Jamie has since developed his skills in the pulp and paper and consulting industry of northwestern ontario. Since 2004 he's been a septic inspector for the Ottawa Septic System Office and now runs the Tay Valley Septic Office and co-ordinates re-inspection programs for Tay Valley, North Frontenac and Rideau Lakes Township. Jamie also facilitates several courses a year through the Ontario Rural Wastewater Centre.

Session Outline: The session will provide a basic overview of many different on-site wastewater treatment system components, provide some basic operation and maintenance techniques and go over common concerns with cottage septic systems. Advances in on-site wastewater treatment technologies and their relevance to the cottage industry will also be discussed.

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Session Title: Save Money – Save The Environment: Green Your Cottage!
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 5:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 12:30 pm
Sunday April 13 - 12:30 pm

Speaker: Robert Bales

Session Outline: Building a new country home? Renovating an existing cottage? Make the right design, construction and renovation choices to reduce energy consumption, improve air quality and enhance the value of your vacation property. We'll show you what to do, when to do it and how much it may cost.

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Seminar Title:FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP: MUCH MORE THAN A SECOND HOME
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 7:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 3:30 pm
Sunday April 13 - 11:00 am

Speaker: Gene Schmidt / Resort Marketing Services Ltd.

BIO: Education and/or Professional Credentials: * Bachelor of Management ( B. Mgt.) * Diploma in Hospitality Management * Speaker at numerous International Vacation Ownership Conferences * Over twenty five (25) years of Sales, Marketing, Consulting and Market Research for the hospitality industry in Canada, USA, Mexico and the Caribbean * Actively involved in the Fractional Ownership industry since it was first introduced in the Ontario market in 1999.

Seminar Outline: Every wonder what fractional ownership is? Gene Schmidt of Resort Makerting Services Ltd.will cover everything you need to know in this seminar! He'll discuss the history and growth of the industry in Ontario and Canada along with the benefits of fractional ownership and how it works.

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Semian Title : BOATER SAFETY
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 1:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 2:00 pm
Sunday April 13 - 2:00 pm

Speaker: Mike Dean / BOATEREXAM.COM

BIO: Mike Dean is an instructor with BoaterExam.com and has over 25 years of boating experience. A veteran recreational boater and experienced fisherman, Mike has been part of the BoaterExam.com team since its inauguration in 1999.

Session Outline: How to choose the right Life Jacket and Making sure you wear it! – Boating is the number one cause of drowning in Canada. In 2000, about one-third of all water-related deaths occurred when boating. This year, the number of boaters in Canada will reach over 10 Million people, making Boating and Water Safety all that more important. Eighty-five per cent of the boating deaths in 2000 had one common factor — the victim was not wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) or life-jacket. *Canada Safety Council & Lifesaving Society Pleasure Craft Operator Card – Who needs it, When is it required, and How do I get it!

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Cottage Show Seminars - Elmira Stoveworks Stage, Exhibition Hall

Seminar Title: TONGUE IN THE DARK
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 3:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 12:30 pm
Sunday April 13 - 12:30 pm

Speaker: Shaun Funk / Redhead Pantry

BIO: Shaun Funk is a senior officer in the Canadian Forces, having been a member for over 20 years. He returned from Afghanistan last year after serving an eight month tour with the United States, where he was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal. He is a Dashing Young Cavalry Officer (DYCO) and while others would call him a Tanker or Zipper head he also owns his own catering company and premium condiment company called Redhead Pantry.

Session Outline: Discuss the four main flavours that every tongue detects using food examples. Shaun will challenge everyone to describe where chili/heat fits into the tongue map. He'll discuss different herbs and spices to add to meal's other than salt and pepper that will make them taste better and full of flavour. Shaun will discuss local vs. global purchasing and the implications to local farmers and manufacturers along with health issues and the exercise choices that must be made everyday for health fulfillment.

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Seminar Title: IS RETIRING TO THE COTTAGE FOR ME?
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 7:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 3:30 pm
Sunday April 13 - 3:30 pm

Speaker: Chris Winney / Royal LePage

Session Outlines: As the spectre of retirement looms on cottage owners' horizons, thoughts of re-locating to the cottage on a permanent basis arise. And why not? Isn't that the place where you have spent the most time relaxing and making great family memories? This seminar is for the cottage owner who is considering that option & is wondering whether it's the best decision to make. Find out what it really means, who does it & how it changes your life experience. Cover all your bases and a permanent move to a cottage property can lead to the life you have only dreamed about living.

Seminar Title Reality Check: What to Inspect/Expect When Buying a Cottage?
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 1:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 11:00 am
Sunday April 13 - 11:00 am

Session Outlines:While buying a cottage is mostly and emotional experience, a reality check is advisable. In today's dollars, it just may be your family's most expensive investment to create the best inter-generational memories. Make it knowing what to expect (in all seasons!) & especially, know what to inspect before the final papers are signed. This seminar is for the cottage buyer who is just beginning the search & is wondering about various property options. Find out how the acronym PAWLOST may be your best guide to making this memorable investment. Cover all your bases and the purchase of a cottage property can lead to some of the best experiences you give your family.

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Seminar Title: WHO GET'S THE COTTAGE?
Dates & Times:
Friday April 11 - 5:00 pm
Saturday April 12 - 2:00 pm
Sunday April 13 - 2:00 pm

Speakers: Gilles Chatelain, Kay Paul and Gordon Henley / Investors Group

Session Outline: How do you fairly divide the cottage between children? How much tax will the children or estate have to pay? Lean solutions to solve the dilemma of fairly dividing the asset and minimizing tax implications. From capital gains tax to estate equalization, this seminar discusses the various financial planning strategies Canadians can implement as they consider how to tax efficiently transfer the family cottage to the next generation.