November 19-21, 2019  at the Nottawasaga Inn Resort & Convention Centre, Alliston, ON

Book Your Accommodations, Indigenous Artisan Marketplace, Choose Your Own Adventure Events Announcement, Dream Auction Donations Accepted

Book Your Accommodations Today

Don't forget to book your accommodations at the Nottawasaga Inn and take advantage of our discounted prices A number of rooms are available at the Nottawasaga Inn & Conference Centre. Act quickly to book your accommodations. Phone the Nottawasaga Inn for more information: Phone: 705-435-5501 / 416-364-5068 Toll-Free Phone: 1-800-669-5501

Indigenous Artisan Marketplace in Gallery B

Make sure to check out the Indigenous Artisan Marketplace in Exhibitor Gallery B during the Symposium. In case you missed it in our newsletter earlier this month, we are excited to promote our Indigenous Artisan Marketplace. Each newsletter leading up to the Symposium will feature one of our attending artists.  So please stop by our Marketplace in Gallery B and meet our artisans, strike up a conversation, and start your Christmas shopping. Our featured artists have been influenced by different places, cultures, and backgrounds. Understanding the cultural context their art was produced within will provide you with a deeper insight and appreciation of the artists and their work. Their art is in many different forms including paintings, drawings, jewellery, handbags, clothing, baskets, and so much more available for purchase.

Artist Spotlight

Pol Carlos, lead designer and artisan at SunHeart Rises Designs, is an Indigenous artist living in downtown Toronto. Although he was born and raised in Montreal, he has always had a strong spiritual connection to his Mohawk roots. Pol's love of visual arts, theatre, and music was nourished at an early age by his grandmother, and he would later become a professional musician in New York City recording and touring with rock bands. While in New York, he also spent time organizing benefit concerts for a number of non-profit organizations involved with Native American causes, and even signing a record deal with a major American label. Relocating to Toronto in 2002, Pol began working as an actor and a performer in film and television, and more recently reacquainted himself with his love of making traditional and contemporary Native American jewelry. This past year he launched his own company "SunHeart Rises Designs", selling at Indigenous events, conferences and Pow Wows around the GTA. With many years of experience as a visual artist, Pol has a unique sense of colour and form allowing him to create distinct and modern pieces. He has gained some notoriety as a craftsman by using traditional materials in new ways (leather, bone, horn, glass, semi-precious stones and metals, shell and more). Aside from being a rising artist, Pol also volunteers with the Native community in Toronto, and is a member of many prominent artist organizations. With utmost passion, he looks forward to pursuing a creative and fulfilling life. For more details on Pol and the Marketplace, please visit the Latornell Indigenous Artisan Marketplace page on our website.

Choose Your Own Adventure Events – Tuesday and Wednesday Evenings

Following Dinner on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings we have scheduled several Choose Your Own Adventure events

Choose Your Own Adventure - Tuesday Evening Events

Latornell Whiskies Around the World Information and Tasting Session with Rae-Anne Dion Learn about the basics of whiskey and the craftsmanship of some of the finest whisky distilleries in the word. We will then pair food with each of several countries discussed. Hear some interesting stories from the world of whisky. Al Capone is considered to be one of America's most notorious gangster, having overseen America's largest bootlegging operation in Chicago during the Prohibition. Learn about underground smuggling and public enemy number 1: Al Capone. Pre-registration is required. Don't delay in getting your tickets for this session as we only have a limited number available. Cost is $25 plus tax. Tickets are also available onsite at the Registration Desk until 3:30 PM Tuesday November 19 th. There is limited space so get your tickets early!

Jungle Quest Team Annual Mini-Golf Tournament  Journey through our action-packed 18 hole, par 36, Jungle Quest mini-putt adventure. As you navigate along a winding fun-filled expedition you will encounter treacherous lush terrain, as well as native wildlife hiding around every corner.  Players will be organized into teams of 4 – either come as a team or we can place you in a foursome when you arrive at the course. All players must complete the course or the entire team will forfeit. As per standard golf rules, the team with the lowest combined score wins.

Creative Workshop: Macramé Plant Hanger Learn a combination of macramé knots to create a beautiful macramé plant hanger in this beginner workshop. The Macramé Kit and a mini clay pot are included. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $25 plus tax. Tickets are also available onsite at the Registration Desk until 3:30 PM Tuesday November 19 th.  Limited number of participants, so reserve your spot today.

And More!  We also have old favorites, like Mingling with Exhibitors (in Gallery A & B until 10 PM) and the Latornell After Party (The LAP!) where you can enjoy music, play card and board games, and have plenty of fun. The LAP can be found in the Starlite Lounge (tucked away on the 3rd floor, past the gift shop and up the stairs). The bar will be open until 1 AM for your fun and amusement.

Choose Your Own Adventure - Wednesday Evening Events

Latornell Networking Event, sponsored by AECOM Looking to catch up with friends and unwind after an eventful day at Latornell? Then join us at the AECOM Evening Lounge in Room 41 for snacks, refreshments and live music, courtesy of the AECOM House Band! Complimentary beverage and raffle tickets will be given to the first 50 attendees, and at 11:00 an exciting prize draw will be held! No reservations necessary – we look forward to having you join us!

Film Night with Jen Podemski: A Screening of an Episode from Future History Followed by a Q&A  Join us as we watch an episode of the Groundbreaking Indigenous Docu-Series Future History with Canadian Producer and Actress Jennifer Podemski and co-host Kris Nahrgang, followed by a Q&A. Now in its second season, Future History returns to explore stories of Indigenous communities. It shares the stories of Indigenous communities in Canada who are leading the reclamation movement. The storytellers delve deep to share differing Indigenous perspectives and open the conversation to provoke dialogue and debate.

Looking for Auction Donations – Every Donation Helps our Grants Program

We Need Your Help – Donate to our 18 th Dream Auction in Support of our Bursary Program This year we are featuring the 18 th annual "Dream Auction" which supports our bursary program providing financial aid to people who would not otherwise be able to attend this annual conference. With over $12,000 raised at last year’s auction, our awards will enable 10-20 students and/or representatives of smaller environmental non-governmental organizations to attend this year’s conference. You can help with this worthy cause by making a donation to the auction. We welcome anything you think might be successful at an auction. Please let us know prior to the symposium if you are able to make a donation and support valuable undertaking. Don’t miss our next newsletter where we will give you a Dream Auction Sneak Peek!  Please consider donating - the ideas are endless. Here are examples of items included in past Dream Auctions:  Restaurant gift card Concert and entertainment tickets Sporting events tickets – we have lots of Leafs or Raptor fans Hotel stays Wine Craft beer Liquors Children’s items such as crafts, books, electronics, and toys (for early Christmas shoppers) Gift baskets Adventure packages such as camping, zip lining, houseboat, cottage Pottery Wood turned crafts Snowshoes No minimum on the dollar value of your item. We can create similar combined items in a basket for a higher value win. To make a donation, suggestion or if you have any comments please contact Freyja Whitten at 647-963-2849 or via email ( freyja.whitten@cvc.ca).

Looking to Carpool to Latornell?

Each year, the Steering Committee is contacted by delegates who are interested in carpooling to the Symposium. Like previous years, we have created a special carpooling page to help delegates connect with one another and arrange transportation to and from the Symposium. You can add your name to our page as an indication that you are (A) looking for a ride, or (B) willing to offer a ride. To learn more about carpooling to the Symposium, and to sign up, visit our Carpooling webpage.

Let's Chat!

Don't forget to follow our Twitter feed  @ADLatornell  and add the hashtag  #latornell  to your tweets to stay connected to important online conversations about Latornell. Click on the following icons to visit our online communities…and  Let's Chat !

For More Information:

Karen Anderson and Mario Maillet, Symposium Coordinators Latornell Conservation Symposium 1-888-274-1364 ext. 4 www.latornell.ca c/o Conservation Ontario 120 Bayview Parkway Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 3W3 905-895-0716