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• Prepared to Serve: Pro-Level Food Emergency Planning for Events

  • When
    October 07, 2025
  •  
    12:00 - 13:00
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Tuesday, October 7, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 ET
  Prepared to Serve: Pro-Level Food Emergency Planning for Events

  When the Menu Goes Sideways, Be Ready

  From unexpected allergic reactions to large-scale contamination, food emergencies can derail even the most well-planned event. In this interactive panel, three seasoned experts share real-world strategies to prevent, manage, and recover from food-related crises, while keeping guests safe, informed, and confident in your event.

  What You’ll Learn

  • Food Emergency Response Tactics – Respond quickly and effectively to incidents such as food poisoning, cross-contamination, or outbreaks, with clear protocols and documentation.

  Speakers

  Sarah Locke – Yorkshire Catering
  Specializing in allergy-friendly menu planning and catering logistics, Sarah brings a deep understanding of dietary needs and inclusive menu design.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Robbie I. Ichelson – CanPHEM
  As an emergency management professional, Robbie shares practical, on-the-ground tactics for responding to and documenting food-related incidents.

  
  

  
  

  Valeriia Barinova – Hotel Venue Specialist
  With expertise in global hospitality trends, Valeriia offers insight into forward-thinking food & beverage concepts that align with safety and style.

  
  

  
  

  Registration:

  CanSPEP Member - $25
  Business Associate - $35
  Non Member Planner - $40
  Supplier - $50

  Thank You to Our Education Series partner

  

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• CanSPEP Connections October - Succession Planning/Creating a Sellable Asset

  • When
    October 08, 2025
  •  
    13:00 - 14:00

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  These monthly conversations are curated to spark inspiration, foster connection, and deliver real value. Each session will feature lively, guided discussions spanning personal growth, event trends, and business insights, ensuring something for everyone.

   Co-Hosted by Heidi Wilker and a CanSPEP Board Member

  This month we will begin the conversation with:  Succession Planning/Creating a Sellable Asset

  With Heidi’s signature warmth and valuable insights from a board member, these calls create a balance of structure, connection, and meaningful takeaways.

  Whether you’re seeking inspiration, collaboration, or simply a friendly space to share ideas, these sessions bring the charm of spontaneous water cooler conversations—just like we’re all in the same office together.

  CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

  Register today and mark your calendars.

  This is a CanSPEP Planner Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

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• CanSPEP Connections November - Event Horror Stories and Your Solutions - I Could Write a Book but Instead I'll Spill the Beans on This Connections Call!

  • When
    November 12, 2025
  •  
    13:00 - 14:00

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  These monthly conversations are curated to spark inspiration, foster connection, and deliver real value. Each session will feature lively, guided discussions spanning personal growth, event trends, and business insights, ensuring something for everyone.

   Co-Hosted by Heidi Wilker and a CanSPEP Board Member

  This month we will begin the conversation with:  Event Horror Stories and Your Solutions - I Could Write a Book but Instead I'll Spill the Beans on This Connections Call!

  With Heidi’s signature warmth and valuable insights from a board member, these calls create a balance of structure, connection, and meaningful takeaways.

  Whether you’re seeking inspiration, collaboration, or simply a friendly space to share ideas, these sessions bring the charm of spontaneous water cooler conversations—just like we’re all in the same office together.

  CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

  Register today and mark your calendars.

  This is a CanSPEP Planner Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

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• 2025 CanSPEP Annual General Meeting

  • When
    November 12, 2025
  •  
    14:00 - 15:00
  • Location
    Virtual

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  CanSPEP

  ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

  Wednesday, November 12, 2025
   2:00 – 3:00 EST
  Virtual – Zoom Meeting

  1.      Call To Order
  2.      Noting of Quorum
  3.      Opening Remarks – Sue Mercer
  4.      Approval of Minutes of 2024 Annual General Meeting
  5.      Review of 2024/2025 – Sue Mercer
  7.      Financial Report – Angela Chorney
  8.      June 30, 2025 Year End Financial Statements – Angela Chorney
  9.      Election/Announcement of 2025-2026 CanSPEP Directors
  10.  Other Business
  11.  Adjournment
  

  By order of the Board, Sue Mercer, President

  The CanSPEP AGM is free to attend for all members.  

  If you are not able to attend, please complete this proxy form and email the form to info@canspep.ca for your vote to count in this AGM.

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• CanSPEP Connections December - Google for Non Profit

  • When
    December 10, 2025
  •  
    13:00 - 14:00

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  These monthly conversations are curated to spark inspiration, foster connection, and deliver real value. Each session will feature lively, guided discussions spanning personal growth, event trends, and business insights, ensuring something for everyone.

   Co-Hosted by Heidi Wilker and a CanSPEP Board Member

  This month we will begin the conversation with:  Google for Non Profit

  With Heidi’s signature warmth and valuable insights from a board member, these calls create a balance of structure, connection, and meaningful takeaways.

  Whether you’re seeking inspiration, collaboration, or simply a friendly space to share ideas, these sessions bring the charm of spontaneous water cooler conversations—just like we’re all in the same office together.

  CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

  Register today and mark your calendars.

  This is a CanSPEP Planner Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

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• CanSPEP Connections January - Tracking Your Business Expenses

  • When
    January 14, 2026
  •  
    13:00 - 14:00

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  These monthly conversations are curated to spark inspiration, foster connection, and deliver real value. Each session will feature lively, guided discussions spanning personal growth, event trends, and business insights, ensuring something for everyone.

   Co-Hosted by Heidi Wilker and a CanSPEP Board Member

  This month we will begin the conversation with:  Tracking Your Business Expenses

  With Heidi’s signature warmth and valuable insights from a board member, these calls create a balance of structure, connection, and meaningful takeaways.

  Whether you’re seeking inspiration, collaboration, or simply a friendly space to share ideas, these sessions bring the charm of spontaneous water cooler conversations—just like we’re all in the same office together.

  CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

  Register today and mark your calendars.

  This is a CanSPEP Planner Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

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• CanSPEP Connections February - Sustainability in Events - Honest Convos

  • When
    February 18, 2026
  •  
    13:00 - 14:00

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  These monthly conversations are curated to spark inspiration, foster connection, and deliver real value. Each session will feature lively, guided discussions spanning personal growth, event trends, and business insights, ensuring something for everyone.

   Co-Hosted by Heidi Wilker and a CanSPEP Board Member

  This month we will begin the conversation with:  Sustainability in Events - Honest Convos

  With Heidi’s signature warmth and valuable insights from a board member, these calls create a balance of structure, connection, and meaningful takeaways.

  Whether you’re seeking inspiration, collaboration, or simply a friendly space to share ideas, these sessions bring the charm of spontaneous water cooler conversations—just like we’re all in the same office together.

  CanSPEP Connections will, in general, be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 ET for one hour.

  Register today and mark your calendars.

  This is a CanSPEP Planner Members only event and there is no cost to attend.

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