BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Exware Solutions Inc.//ExSite v3.8//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ExSite-EvtCal-99-@cacp.ca DTSTAMP:20260509T073419 DTSTART:20260816 DTEND:20260819 SUMMARY:121st CACP Annual Summit and Policing Trade Show DESCRIPTION:Quick Links:\n\nProgram Schedule Registration Companion Hea lth & Wellness Accommodations Travel Sponsorship & Exhibitors Contact U s\n\n-- Policing Futures: Redefining Crime, Victims, and Leadership --\n \nThe Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) is looking forward to hosting its 121st Annual Summit from August 16 – 18, 2026 in beaut iful Edmonton, Alberta.\n\nThis forward-looking program equips police le aders with the skills and insight needed to navigate the dynamic realiti es of modern policing. From workforce transformation and evolving victim needs to the explosive growth of cyber-enabled crime, participants will explore the trends reshaping policing today and tomorrow. Through exper t guidance and future-focused discussion, this program empowers police l eaders to further think strategically, act proactively, and evolve polic ing models that are innovative, data-driven, and community-centered. Itâ €™s an essential experience for anyone looking to stay ahead of emerging challenges—and seize the opportunities of the future.\n\n-- Same grea t networking and professional development opportunity! --\n\nCanada’s police leaders have an opportunity to meet face-to-face to learn and exc hange with one another and an exceptional slate of guest speakers. Deleg ates gain valuable insight on key challenges and opportunities they shou ld be aware of and be prepared for.\n\n-- Free access to one of Canada's largest policing trade shows! --\n\nThis is the most efficient and cost -effective way to explore cutting-edge security and policing equipment, techniques, and services available on the market today, from leading ind ustry experts across Canada and the world. And access is not restricted to summit delegates only! Police, first responder, and public agency per sonnel can attend the trade show only, FREE of charge.\n\n-- Practical. Affordable. Always memorable. --\n\nAdd this CACP event to your calendar today and make plans to be there!\n\n---------------------------------- --------------------------------------\n\n-- Schedule of Events --\n\n-- Saturday, August 15, 2026 --\n\n08:00 – 17:00\n\nCACP Committee Meeti ngs (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n09:00\n\nFit to Lead Cycling Event (Fairmont Hotel Macdonald) \n\n-- Sunday, August 16, 2026 --\n\n08:00 â €“ 16:00\nCACP Committee Meetings (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n10:0 0 – 16:00\nRegistration (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n16:00 – 17 :30\nOpening Ceremonies (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n17:30 – 18:3 0\nWelcome Reception (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n-- Monday, August 17, 2026 --\n\n06:00 - 06:45\nCACP Mind and Body Run (Fairmont Hotel Ma cdonald)\n\n07:00 – 08:00\nBreakfast (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\ n07:00 – 12:00\nRegistration (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n08:00 â €“ 16:00\nPlenary Sessions (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n09:30 – 1 6:00\nExhibit Show (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n18:30\nGala Recepti on (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n19:30\nGala Banquet (Edmonton Con vention Centre)\n\n-- Tuesday, August 18, 2026 --\n\n06:00 - 06:45\nCACP Mind and Body Run (Fairmont Hotel Macdonald)\n\n07:00 – 08:00\nBreakf ast (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n08:00 – 15:15\nPlenary Sessions  (Edmonton Convention Centre)\n\n09:00 – 13:45\nExhibit Show (Edmont on Convention Centre)\n\n \n\n---------------------------------------- --------------------------------\n\n-- Registration --\n\n-- Register N ow! --\n\nHours of on-site registration check-in\nSunday, August 16, 202 6 – 10:00 – 16:00\nMonday, August 17, 2026 – 07:00 – 12:00\n\n-- Registration Fees --\n\nFull registration includes Opening Ceremonies/ Welcome Reception and Gala Banquet\n\nCACP Member\n\n$695 plus taxes\n\ nNon-Member\n\n$995 plus taxes\n\nLife Member\n\n$500 plus taxes\n\nCo mpanion*\n\n$500 plus taxes\n\nDay Pass August 17\nIncludes access to A ugust 17 Plenary & Tradeshow only\n\n$375 plus taxes\n\nDay Pass Augus t 18\nIncludes access to August 18 Plenary & Tradeshow only\n\n$375 plu s taxes\n\n-- Additional Gala Tickets --\n\nGala Banquet\n\n$200 plus t axes\n\nPlease note: One gala ticket is included in the Member, Non-M ember, Life Member and Companion registration fees.\n\nIf you would like to purchase an additional gala ticket please click here or email tayl or@cacp.ca\n\n-- Cancellation Policy --\n\nCancellations made on or befo re May 31, 2026 are subject to a full refund less an administration fee of $75 + tax.  Registrations cancelled between June 1, 2026 and July 4, 2026 are subject to a 50% refund.  No refunds will be given for cancel lations received after July 4, 2026.  \n\nPlease note: If a registrat ion is submitted after July 4, 2026 there will be no refunds issued in t he event of a cancellation.\n\n-- Order of Dress --\n\n* Opening Ceremon ies/ Welcome Reception (Sunday evening): Business attire\n\n* Summit ses sions: Business casual\n\n* Gala Banquet (Monday evening): Formal or sem i-formal (Black Tie, Dress Uniform, Mess Kit, Business Attire)\n\n------ ------------------------------------------------------------------\n\n-- Companion Program --\n\nThe Companion Program includes the following e vents:\n\n* Opening Ceremonies & Welcome Reception (Sunday, August 16)\n \n* 2 Breakfasts (Monday, August 17 & Tuesday, August 18)\n\n* 1 Day Edm onton City Program (Monday, August 17)\n\n* Gala Reception & Dinner (Mo nday, August 17)\n\nOn Monday, August 17, 2026 the summit organizing com mittee will provide a one day Edmonton City program to all registered co mpanions. All Edmonton day time activities on Tuesday, August 18 will b e at the decision and cost of the companion.\n\n------------------------ ------------------------------------------------\n\n-- Health & Wellness --\n\n-- CACP Fit to Lead Cycling Event --\n\nJoin Commissioner Thomas Carrique, CACP President, for a memorable 100 km cycling event. The ride will begin at the iconic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald and follow the River Valley. The ride will explore the spectacular surroundings the valley ha s to offer. Riders must pre-register to participate.\n\nParticipants are encouraged to use a road bike for this event. Please note that triathlo n bikes are not permitted.\n\nFor the safety of all participants, an app roved cycling helmet is mandatory.\n\nEvent Schedule:\n\n* 08:00 – Rid er Safety Meeting (attendance required)\n\n* 08:30 – Welcome Address a nd Opening Remarks from the Organizer and Special Guests\n\n* 09:00 – Start\n\nBike rentals must be arranged in advance.\n\nIn the spirit of g iving back, donations will be gratefully accepted, with all proceeds ben efiting Special Olympics Canada. \n\nRegister Now!\n\n-- Flair Airlines Family 5km Fun Run  --\n\nAs part of the CACP Health & Wellness Initiat ive, delegates are invited to take part in the Flair Airlines Family 5 k m Fun Run during the Edmonton Marathon on August 16, 2026. Attendees of the CACP Annual Summit are eligible to receive an exclusive 10% discount on registration, offering a great opportunity to stay active and connec t with fellow delegates.\n\nThe fast, flat course begins in front of the Edmonton Convention Centre and winds through downtown Edmonton, heading west along Jasper Avenue, north on 111 Street, and west to the turnarou nd on 102 Avenue before returning to the finish. Participants can run or walk the route while enjoying the energy of the city and support from s pectators along the way.\n\nStart/Finish: Edmonton Convention Centre\n\n Start Time: 12:00pm (Participants are encouraged to arrived 45min before the start time) \n\nDiscount Code: SEM26CACP (Registrants can apply a promo code either at the bottom of the first registration page or on th e final page of the registration process in the Checkout tab.) \n\nRegi ster Now!\n\n-- CACP Mind & Body Run  --\n\nJoin us for the Ultimate Mi nd and Body Health Run in downtown Edmonton! \n\nWhy Participate?\n\n* Holistic Wellness: Experience the perfect blend of physical exercise and mental relaxation. Our run is designed to rejuvenate your body and calm your mind.\n\n* Scenic Route: Enjoy a beautiful, scenic route through E dmonton's River Valley, filled with inspiring sights and sounds.\n\n* Co mmunity Spirit: Connect with fellow attendees and build lasting relation ships while promoting a healthy lifestyle.\n\n* Local Leadership: Be gui ded by a local representative of Edmonton Police who will lead the run a nd share insights about the area.\n\nEvent Details:\n\n* Date: Monday & Tuesday \n\n* Time: 6:00 am \n\n* Location:  Meet in the lobby of the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald \n\n* Distance: 3-5 km (or more if you prefer )\n\nRegister Now!\n\n-------------------------------------------------- ----------------------\n\n-- Accommodations --\n\n-- Courtyard by Marrio tt Edmonton Downtown --\n\nOne Thornton Court, Edmonton, AB T5J 2E7\nCAC P 121st Annual Summit Rate: $189 plus taxes per night\nCall: 1-780-423 -9999\nOnline: CACP 121st CACP Annual Summit\nRoom Block: Held until J uly 16, 2026 (subject to availability)\n\n-- The Westin Edmonton  --\n\ n10135 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1P7\nCACP 121st Annual Summit Rate:  $209 plus taxes per night\nBooking Code: CACP 121st Annual Summit \nCa ll: 1-780-426-3636  or 1-800-937-8461\nOnline: CACP 121st CACP Annual Summit\nRoom Block: Held until July 23, 2026 (subject to availability) \n\n-- Fairmont Hotel Macdonald - SOLD OUT --\n\n10065 100 St NW, Edmont on, AB T5J 0N6\nCACP 121st Annual Summit Rate: $249 plus taxes per nigh t\nBooking Code: CACP 121st Annual Summit Meeting \nCall: 1-780-429-6 419 or 1-800-441-1414\nRoom Block: Held until July 22, 2026 (subject to availability)\n\nALL Loyalty Program: Delegates can enroll in ALL – Accor’s free loyalty program to enjoy perks like free Wi-Fi, exclusiv e offers, and partner benefits. The more you stay, the more rewards and status upgrades you receive. Sign up by clicking here or QR code prov ided.\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------- ---------\n\n-- Travel --\n\nAir Canada is the Official Canadian Airline for this Event.\n\nAir Canada is offering a 10% discount on Flex fares or higher for delegates traveling to this event. To take advantage of th is discount please book your flight at aircanada.com and enter the Promo tion Code CVFCH221 in the search panel.\n\n----------------------------- -------------------------------------------\n\n-- Sponsorship & Exhibito rs --\n\n-- Welcome to all new and returning sponsors and exhibitors! -- \n\nThe CACP 2026 Annual Summit and Policing Trade Show promises to be a very exciting show this year – don’t miss the opportunity to be a p art of it! Hosted by the Edmonton Police Service, the summit has an ant icipated audience of over 350 delegates and 150 exhibit booths. \n\nThe CACP’s interests and concerns have relevance to police at all levels including municipal, regional, provincial, federal and First Nations.\n\ nCACP is dedicated to the support and promotion of efficient law enforce ment and to the protection and security of the people of Canada. Much of the work in pursuit of these goals is done through the activities and s pecial projects of a number of committees and through active liaison wit h various levels of government and departmental ministries having legisl ative and executive responsibility in law and policing.\n\n* Prospectus\ n\n* Exhibitor Floor Plan and List of Exhibitors\n\nApplication\n\n-- Bo oth Rental Rates --\n\nEarly Bird – Booth Rental $2, 500.00 + 5% GST u p to March 31, 2026\nRegular – Booth Rental $2, 800.00 + 5% GST as of April 1, 2026\n\nPlease note: All prices are listed in Canadian dollars. \n\n-- Show Hours --\n\nMonday, August 17, 2026\n09:30 – 16:00\n\nTues day, August 18, 2026\n09:00 – 13:45\n\n**Scheduled hours with delegate s include refreshment breaks and lunches both days.\n\nLocal services an d regional buyers will be invited to attend the trade show during show h ours.\n\nPlease note:  Lunch on Monday and Tuesday is only for delegate s and exhibitors.\n\n-- Cancellation Policy --\n\nIf booth space is canc elled on or before April 24, 2026, a full refund less an administrative charge of $200.00 will apply. If space is cancelled between April 25, 20 26 and May 22, 2026, 50% of the booth fees will be refunded. No refunds will be given for cancellations received on or after May 23, 2026.\n\n P lease note: Cancellation of sponsorship, booth space and/ or booth perso nnel must be submitted in writing and sent to Lindsay DenBoer, CACP-Summ it-Tradeshow@canplaninc.ca. \n\n--------------------------------------- ---------------------------------\n\n-- Contact Us --\n\n-- Sponsorship & Exhibitors --\n\nLindsay DenBoer\nCanPlan Event & Conference Services Inc. \nPhone: (613) 797-7766 ext. 6\nEmail: CACP-Summit-Tradeshow@can planinc.ca\n\n-- Registration --\n\nTaylor Piovesan \nCanadian Associat ion of Chiefs of Police\n300 Terry Fox Drive, Suite 100\nKanata, ON K2K 0E3\nPhone: (613) 595-1101\nEmail: taylor@cacp.ca \n\n-- Program Inform ation --\n\nVeronica Lahti \nCanadian Association of Chiefs of Police\n 300 Terry Fox Drive, Suite 100\nKanata, ON K2K 0E3\nPhone: (613) 595-11 01\nEmail: veronica@cacp.ca  END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR