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Convention theme: ­ Inspiration and possibilities
Convention slogan: ­ Our Vision is Green. Our Time is Now.

Green Party national convention and BGM

(There will not be a leadership race at this BGM)

The Green Party BGM will be held in Toronto on August 20, 21 and 22, 2010.  Trinity Spadina EDA and the Toronto Greens are proud to play host to this exciting convention event at one of the greenest convention facilities in the country, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Toronto Greens will also host a series of pre-convention events during the lead up week to the convention featuring our three main GPC messages.  Green Economy, Green Communities, Green Democracy, with an additional event on International Affairs (Canada's place in the world in the 21st century).  This is a time to celebrate democracy, inspire and reaffirm our dedication to a better world and a better style of politics in Canada.

The convention is being shaped to incorporate a Green family or single delegate vacation.  Not only will there be events all week long but the organizing committee will be actively pursuing tickets and admissions to some of Toronto’s top tourist attractions such as the ROM, AGO, CN Tower, Blue Jay games, Science Centre etc.

The organizing committee is actively pursuing travel and accommodation deals that will make traveling easier.  We have endeavoured to arrange as much choice as possible in order for attendees to control their own budgets and food selection.  There will be a list of organic, vegetarian and regular food fare restaurants available with the Toronto Organizing committee pursuing 2for1 meal deals and other
discounts.  We will be approaching hotels and hostels to get the best deals possible as well as soliciting local Green members to offer billeting in their homes.

This is not a policy convention only and has incorporated the idea of promoting the Green Party to the general public in an effort to grow the party in the largest population base in the country.  We have listened as well to the types of events Green members have said would entice them to attend.  These diverse aspects are designed to garner as much media coverage as possible.  CPAC has expressed interest and
excitement about covering the BGM.  We will have contacts with the various ethnic media outlets and reporters as well as the main stream media.

We encourage everyone to begin promoting the BGM to their EDA memberships and planning fundraising events that will help offset the cost of sending one or more executive members and/or nominated candidates.

Convention week build up activities hosted by Toronto Greens

Four main messages - Green economy – Green communities – Democracy – International Affairs

Monday August 16, 2010 – International Affairs – Green vision of Canada’s place in the world in the 21st century.   

Tuesday August 17, 2010 – Green communities - Urban in balance with Rural.  

Wednesday August 18, 2010 – Democracy – Electoral reform, free speech & public engagement.  

Thursday August 19, 2010 – Green Economy – Green jobs and economic reform.  

 
Thanks
Stephen LaFrenie
Green Party BGM
Toronto Organizing Committee

2010greenconvention@gmail.com