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1 Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences Canadian Society of Pharmacology & Therapeutics Canadian Chapter of Controlled Release Society Joint Conference May 22-25, 2018 Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, ON Translating Innovative Technology to Patient Care You are invited to participate in the 2018 Conference Translating Innovative Technology to Patient Care, a joint conference of the Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences, the Canadian Chapter of Controlled Release Society, and the Canadian Society of Pharmacology and Therapeutics. The 2018 Symposium will open on Tuesday, May, 22, and will showcase innovative biotech companies within the Toronto area, concluding with a panel discussion. The key theme at the conference is innovative cancer treatment including a Keynote Presentation by Dr. Tak Mak and an Immuno-Oncology session chaired by Dr. Pamela Ohashi of the University Health Network, focusing on CAR-T and checkpoint inhibitors, which will take place on Thursday morning, May 24. Additional sessions in the program include: Regulatory Reforms - chaired by Health Canada Opioid Crisis Translational Medicine Cannabinoids The Gut Microbiome as a Novel Therapeutic Target Crossing Biological Membranes Innovative Biomaterials for Drug Delivery Drug Therapy in Children Pharmacogenomic Implementation Practical Pharmacology Pharmaceutical Potential of Stem Cell & CRISPR-Mediated Gene Modifications Knowledge Translation - From Real World Evidence to Canadian Health Care Needs This event offers a unique opportunity for your organization to foster a strong engagement of the key opinion leaders from the medical community, regulatory agencies, policy makers, patient advocacy groups to focus on delivery of optimal patient care in Canada through proactive collaboration. Sponsorship support would enable CSPS to present an outstanding scientific program, assist in engaging expert speakers on current topics of interest, and to plan networking events where speakers and attendees can interact. This meeting will be attended by clinicians, regulators, pharmaceutical executives, scientists, researchers, educators, biomedical, chemical and materials engineers, graduate students and postdocs, members of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, and policy-makers. We are expecting over 300 participants both nationally and internationally. Information is included here on possible avenues for involvement as well as exhibiting at the Symposium. We welcome your participation, and look forward to seeing you next May in Toronto! Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences Canadian Chapter of Controlled Release Society Canadian Society of Pharmacology and Therapeutics For more information: Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences / Phone: / bberekoff@cspscanada.org

2 Conference Opportunities Options Benefits Amount Sponsorship Levels and Benefits Sponsorship support enables the presentation of an outstanding scientific program, assist in engaging expert speakers on current topics of interest, and to plan networking events where speakers and attendees can interact. Organizations may, in addition, wish to sponsor one or more of the specific activities below. All sponsors will receive the following universal benefits: recognition on welcome signage and in looped PowerPoint before each event recognition on the CSPS, CC-CRS, and CSPT websites recognition in the conference program Platinum sponsors will, in addition to the Universal Benefits: receive two complimentary registrations be invited to insert up to two pages into participants' conference bags Gold sponsors will, in addition to the Universal Benefits: receive one complimentary registration be invited to insert one page into participants' conference bags Platinum $10,000+ Gold $5,000-9,999 Silver $3,000-4,999 Bronze $1,000-2,999 Scientific Sponsorships Plenary Sessions Scientific Sessions Social Activities Welcome Reception May 22 Conference Banquet May 24 Daily Tea and Coffee Breaks Sponsor recognition at the beginning of the plenary session Universal benefits, described above Sponsor recognition at the beginning of the scientific session Partial sponsorships available Sponsor recognition by room signage Banquet for all participants Sponsor recognition by room signage Two breaks per day; five breaks over three days $3,000 each $2,000 each $3,500 Partial $7,000 Exclusive $10,000 Exclusive $1,500 per break $6,000 Exclusive 2

3 Promotional Sponsorships Items to be provided by sponsor. Conference Opportunities (cont'd) Sponsor to ship a minimum of 300 logo d products to be received at Chelsea Hotel by May 21, 2018 to ensure they are included at conference registration. Address for shipping: CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS 2018 Conference, May Chelsea Hotel 33 Gerrard Street West Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z4 Canada ATTN: TBA/Bev Berekoff Please number packages sequentially (1 of 3, 2 of 3, 3 of 3) Supply each registrant with a conference bag with conference Conference Bags* materials - a very visible sponsorship! The tote bag can feature your logo. It may also include the conference name, CSPS and CC-CRS logos, year, and location Lanyards* Registration badges will be attached to the lanyards Lanyards will feature your logo $3,000 Exclusive $1,500 Exclusive Flash Drive* Pens* Your logo/name on flash drive. Inserted in every conference bag. Your logo/name on pens. Inserted in every conference bag. $1,500 Exclusive $1,500 Exclusive Terms of Agreement The 2018 Conference Organizing Committee retains the right to decline any sponsor. Sponsorships will be awarded on a first-come first-served basis. Sponsorship will not be reserved until full payment is received. The Conference Organizing Committee reserves the right to pre-approve all materials. The sponsor is responsible for all material, printing, customization, and shipping-related costs associated with supplying the logo d materials to the Conference. Sponsor logo file in.jpg and.eps format to be submitted to CSPS once sponsorship is approved. Sponsorship fees are non-refundable. 3

4 Sponsorship Form and Contract Company: Address: City/Province (State): Postal Code: Country: Website: Contact Person (full name): Direct Tel: Fax: Our organization is registering for the following corporate sponsorship opportunities: Conference Platinum Gold Silver Bronze $10,000 $5,000-9,999 $3,000-4,999 $1,000-2,999 Scientific Plenary Sessions Scientific Session Session Choice: $3,000 per session $2,000 per session Social Activities Welcome Reception/Tues Welcome Reception/Tues Breakfast (TBA) Banquet Daily Tea & Coffee Breaks Daily Tea & Coffee Breaks $3,500 Partial / or $7,000 Exclusive $5,000 $10,000 Exclusive $1,500 Per day / $6,000 Exclusive Promotional Conference bags Registration badge lanyards Flash drives Pens $3,000 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 TOTAL SPONSORSHIP: C $ PAYMENT All prices in Canadian Dollars. Please make cheque payable to: "Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences", and mail to: Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Attn: Bev Berekoff, Room 2020L, Katz Group Centre for Pharmacy & Health Research, Avenue, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1. In making this application, we agree to comply with the requirements specific to the sponsorship opportunity, which the Sponsor is booking through this application. It is mutually agreed that all of said requirements shall be interpreted by the Conference Organizing Committee, or their designate, and the parties hereto shall be bound by such interpretation Signature: Name (Printed): Date: Please complete and sign the contract, and fax to , or to bberekoff@cspscanada.org For further information, call Bev Berekoff at the CSPS Office: This sponsorship will be confirmed when full payment is received. 4

5 Exhibition Information The Exhibition is an integral part of our joint conference. A limited number of exhibition spaces are available on a firstcome, first-served basis. Space Rental Early Bird* Regular Rental fee per exhibit C$1, C$1, space (8 ft x 8 ft) * If contract and payment is received by April 10, The rental fee per booth includes: An 8 foot by 8 foot space A 6 foot draped table Two (2) chairs One (1) exhibitor badge (includes admission to sessions, lunch/breaks (gala dinner extra) One (1) additional exhibitor if required can register at half-price registration fee One (1) copy of the Conference Program Logo on each society's website and hyperlink to exhibitor Please note that all furnishings, carpet, and electrical connections as needed to be provided by exhibitor. Please your corporate logo in.jpg format to Bev Berekoff at bberekoff@cspscanada.org as soon as possible but before April 10, 2018, to be included in the Conference Program. Confirmation of acceptance of your booth space application and further information will be sent following receipt of your completed application form and payment. The actual floor plan will be sent when finalized. Booths will be assigned on a first-come, firstserved basis, and all applications are subject to the approval of the Conference Organizing Committee. Exhibit Hours, Set Up and Dismantling Exhibit Hours* May 22 (1:00 PM) - May 24 (5:00 PM) (Welcome Reception May 22) Exhibitors Move-In/ May 22 before Welcome Set-Up* Reception Exhibitors After PM break on Move-Out/Dismantle Thursday, May 24 * Final schedule will be in conference program. The Conference address is: Chelsea Hotel 33 Gerrard Street West Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z4 Canada Telephone: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences Room 2020L, Katz Group Centre University of Alberta Avenue Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1 Bev Berekoff bberekoff@cspscanada.org Tel: Fax:

6 CSPS - CC-CRS - CSPT Exhibition Application Form and Contract The undersigned hereby applies for space as an Exhibitor at the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 to be held on May 22-25, 2018 at the Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, ON. COMPANY NAME: Address: City/Province (State): Postal Code: Contact Person (full name): Direct Tel: Country: Website: EXHIBIT SPACE INFORMATION Onsite Representative (Attendee) Full Name: Direct Tel: Second Onsite Representative Full Name (Registration fees extra for second rep) Direct Tel: Exhibit Space Number: To be chosen after completion of floor plan PAYMENT This application will only be processed when accompanied by payment. Exhibit Space Rental Fee (incl. 1 registration) C$1,500.00** 1 booth = C$ 2nd Exhibitor (at 1/2 price registration fee) C $ = C$ Gala Dinner Tickets (Thursday, May 11) C $ each # requested: = C$ TOTAL = C$ ** $1,600 after April 10, 2018 METHOD OF PAYMENT Cheque or credit card will be accepted. All payments are to be made in Canadian Dollars. Cheque Credit Card (If you prefer, call Bev at the CSPS office with credit card info) Make cheque payable to: "Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences", and mail to: Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Attn: Bev Berekoff, Room 2020L Katz Group Centre for Pharmacy & Health Research, Avenue, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, T6G 2E1 Visa MasterCard American Express Card Number: Expiry Date (MM/YY) Name (as it appears on card): Signature: In making this application, we agree to conform to the Exhibit Regulations of the CSPS Conference 2018, which are hereby made a part of this application. It is mutually agreed that all of said regulations shall be interpreted by the Conference Management Committee, and the parties hereto shall be bound by such interpretation. Signature: Office Use Only Name (Print or Type): Date: Date: Date of Receipt Accepted by Payment Rec'd Booth# Assigned 6

7 CSPS - CC-CRS - CSPT Exhibition Regulations 1. Official Name of the Annual Meeting and Exhibition The official name of the conference is "CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018". 2. Assignment of Exhibit Space The exhibit space at the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 will be assigned on a first-come, first served basis, and all applications are subject to the approval of the conference organizing committee. 3. Shipping Exhibitor agrees take the sole responsibility of handling arrangements in advance and coordinate with the respective shipping/delivery service. Exhibit materials may be shipped pre-paid, to arrive no more than 24 hours in advance, to: [Your name, company name] CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018, May Chelsea Hotel 33 Gerrard Street West Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z4 Canada Number packages sequentially (1 of 3, 2 of 3, 3 of 3). 4. CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference Right to Approve Exhibitors All exhibits shall serve the interests of the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018, membership, and attendees. CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 reserves the right to require the immediate withdrawal of an exhibit if the organizers believe that the exhibit may be injurious to the purposes of the conference. 5. Fire Prevention Exhibitors must not encroach on aisle space, and must remain within the assigned exhibit space. All materials used for the exhibition must be fire resistant. Cartons, boxes, and crates may not be stored under tables, behind displays, or in any part of the exhibit area. All hazardous exhibits regardless of type are prohibited in the Exhibition area. The prohibition covers open flame, coal, liquid propane gas, liquid propane gas tank, toxic liquid or gas, dangerous toxic products, etc. 6. Care of Building, Equipment and Property The Chelsea Hotel does not permit anything to be nailed, posted or otherwise attached to their walls or furniture. Only authorized CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 signage and promotional materials will be allowed in any of the lobby areas. 7. Liability Insurance Every reasonable precaution will be taken to protect Exhibitor s property during installation, exhibition period, and dismantling. However, the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 will not accept responsibility for injury to persons or loss of or damage to products, exhibit, equipment, or decorations by fire, accident, theft or any other cause while in the Chelsea Hotel. Exhibitors must carry appropriate insurance to cover display materials against damage and loss, and public liability against injury to the person and property of others. 8. Booth construction The back wall of the booth should not exceed 2.4 meters high (8 feet) and the side walls should not exceed 1 meter high (3 feet). 9. Authorized Exhibitor Representatives Each exhibitor shall provide to the organizers, in advance, the name and title of the person(s) who will be in attendance at the exhibit and responsible for the installation, operation and removal of the exhibit. Said representative shall be authorized to enter into such service contracts, as may be necessary, for which the exhibitor shall be responsible. 10. Security and Damages While every effort will be made to provide security to the exhibits during the conference, neither the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 or Conference Organizing Committee will be responsible for injury, loss or damage to persons, goods, equipment, or decorations, caused by accident, loss, or any other cause, the safety of exhibits against fire, robbery, damage, accidents, acts of God, or any other destructive cause, or for any injury that may arise to the public leased areas, or to the Exhibitors or their employees during move-in and move-out operations, or at any time during the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018, while transporting goods to or from the exhibition. Insurance for individual exhibits is the sole responsibility of the Exhibitor. Where appropriate, laptops and other high value electronic equipment should be locked or secured against theft. Booths are to be staffed by exhibitor personnel at all times during hours that the exhibition area is open. 11. Payment Terms Exhibit booth space applications received prior to April 10, 2018 must be accompanied by a 50% deposit towards the total cost of the booth space rental. 100% of the balance owing is due by April 10, Applications received after April 10, 2018 must be accompanied by payment in full. If the total cost of the booth space is not fully paid by April 10, 2018, CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 has the right to release the assigned booth space and terminate this contract under the conditions outlined under Section 12 (Cancellations). 12. Cancellations The exhibitor will pay an administrative fee of $ plus applicable taxes, in the event of cancellation by the Exhibitor for any reason whatsoever, and provided that cancellation notice is received by the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 in writing by , fax or mail by April 10, 2018 to the following address: Bev Berekoff, CSPS Administrator Room 2020L Katz Group Centre for Pharmacy University of Alberta Avenue Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1 bberekoff@cspscanada.org Tel: / Fax: There will be no refund for booth space cancelled by the Exhibitor after the above cut-off date. If the CSPS/CSPT/CC-CRS Conference 2018 is cancelled for reasons beyond the Organizing Committee s control, the Organizing Committee will not be liable for any expenses incurred by the Exhibitor. 7