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Sponsorship Opportunities

Why Sponsor

CBIE2023 is the International Education Conference for Canada. This annual event offers you the opportunity to connect with +1,150 sector leaders and practitioners from across the country and around the globe. With a return to an in-person conference, attending CBIE2023 will help you build brand awareness and meaningfully engage with the IE community.

  • Build brand awareness with the Canadian IE sector.
  • Create new connections with +1,150 attendees.
  • Build deeper relationships with existing partners.
  • Showcase the value of your products or services.
  • Share your story and thought leadership.
  • Demonstrate your commitment to the IE community.

Exhibiting at CBIE2023

Only looking to exhibit? Visit the Exhibition page for more information.

Exhibition Information

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PARTICIPANTS
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SESSIONS
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COUNTRIES
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EXHIBITORS
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DECISION-MAKERS

Find the package that best meets your needs at CBIE2023!

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Title Sponsor

Purchase

Platinum – $40,000

2 opportunities

All Platinum Packages Include

Registration

  • Six (6) regular conference passes.
  • Exhibit booth premium location selection (first-come, first-served).
  • Opportunity to purchase additional booth space at a 50% discount. See ‘Add-Ons’ section at the bottom of this page for details.

At the Conference

  • Double exhibit booth (two combined 10′ x 10′ booth spaces).
  • Double exhibit booth furniture package including chairs, tables and wifi.
  • One (1) confirmed concurrent session slot (to be approved by CBIE & submitted by the CFP deadline).
  • Emcee verbal recognition of sponsor during the plenary session.
  • Logo placement on the exhibit hall sponsor banner alongside all sponsors.
  • Logo placement on the conference powerpoint shown throughout the conference.

Branding + Communications

  • One (1) banner ad in the CBIE newsletter sent to +10,000 subscribers.
  • Two (2) in-app announcements written by the sponsor, visible on the app main page.
  • Promotion on CBIE social media channels as part of ongoing conference promotion.
  • Individual acknowledgment of platinum sponsorship on CBIE social media channels.
  • Sponsor profile on the conference app (includes logo, video, and more).
  • Logo placement on a rotating carousel in the conference app.
  • Logo and hyperlink on the ‘Sponsors’ page of the conference website.

Engagement with Guests

  • Team delegate badge scanning with digital lead retrieval.
  • Opt-in delegate list shared two weeks prior to the conference.

Select ONE featured item to include in your sponsor package

SoldFeatured Item 1/2: Opening Reception at the Aquarium
The Opening Reception is an exclusive event to kick-start conference week and welcome delegates to CBIE2023. Taking place at the beautiful Vancouver Aquarium, this event is an incredible opportunity for a sponsor to make a memorable first impression.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Continuous pre-conference promotion as the sponsor of this featured item on social media and in the CBIE e-newsletter.
  • 2-minute speaking opportunity to welcome delegates to the reception.
  • Sponsor logo displayed next to the Opening Reception in the conference app.
  • Custom branded signage printed exclusively for the reception.
  • Sponsor logo printed on cocktail napkins, distributed at the reception bars.
  • Custom tabletop bar signage acknowledging the sponsor at the reception.
  • Photobooth with sponsor logo (alongside CBIE2023 logo) on a step-and-repeat backdrop.
  • Sponsor logo on the digital photos received by delegates after using the photobooth.
  • One (1) signature cocktail to be created by sponsor and highlighted at the event.
Featured Item 2/2: Excellence Awards and Reception
The CBIE Excellence Awards Ceremony recognizes achievement within the international education sector. Conference attendees gather to celebrate the recipients in an awards ceremony. New this year, the ceremony will be followed by a cocktail reception.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Continuous pre-conference promotion as the sponsor of this featured item on social media and in the CBIE e-newsletter.
  • 2-minute speaking opportunity to welcome delegates to the awards ceremony.
  • Sponsor logo displayed next to the Excellence Awards in the conference app.
  • Custom branded signage printed exclusively for the ceremony and reception.
  • Sponsor logo printed on cocktail napkins, distributed at the reception bars.
  • Custom tabletop bar signage, acknowledging the sponsor at the reception.
  • Photobooth with sponsor logo (alongside CBIE2023 logo) on a step-and-repeat backdrop.
  • Sponsor logo on the digital photos received by delegates after using the photobooth.
  • One (1) signature cocktail to be created by sponsor and highlighted at the event.
Purchase

Diamond – $25,000

3 opportunities

All Diamond Packages Include

Registration

  • Four (4) regular conference passes.
  • Exhibit booth premium location selection (first-come, first-served).
  • Opportunity to purchase additional booth space at a 50% discount. See ‘Add-Ons’ section at the bottom of this page for details.

At the Conference

  • Standard exhibit booth, measuring 10′ x 10′.
  • Standard exhibit booth furniture package including chairs, tables and wifi.
  • Emcee verbal recognition of sponsor during the plenary session.
  • Logo placement on the exhibit hall sponsor banner alongside all sponsors.
  • Logo placement on the conference powerpoint shown throughout the conference.

Branding + Communications

  • Logo placement on a rotating carousel in the conference app.
  • One (1) in-app announcement written by the sponsor, visible on the app main page.
  • Logo and hyperlink on the ‘Sponsors’ page of the conference website.
  • One (1) individual acknowledgment of diamond sponsorship on CBIE’s social media.
  • Sponsor app profile (includes a logo, video, and more).
  • One (1) banner ad in the CBIE newsletter sent to +10000 subscribers.

Engagement with Guests

  • Team delegate badge scanning with digital lead retrieval.
  • Opt-in delegate list shared two weeks prior to the conference.

Select ONE featured item to include in your sponsor package

Featured Item 1/3: B Braindate Co-branded Lounge
Braindate offers delegates the opportunity to connect one-on-one or in small groups around topics of interest to them. Learn more about Braindate. Sponsorship of the Braindate Lounge offers a unique branding opportunity onsite and virtually. Your organization will be highlighted within the branding of the lounge from Monday to Wednesday, as well as within the in-app topic market. The Braindate Lounge is one of the focal points of the conference floor and is sure to attract the attention of all who attend CBIE2023.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Continuous pre-conference promotion as the sponsor of this featured item on social media and in the CBIE e-newsletter.
  • Sponsor’s logo co-branded throughout the exclusive Braindate Lounge.
  • Custom branded signage printed exclusively for the lounge, with the sponsor’s logo.
  • Logo displayed within the in-app topic market where delegates will post discussion topics and book their Braindates.
SoldFeatured Item 2/3: Exhibition Social Lounge
The Social Lounge is a focal point in promoting connection at CBIE2023. Located prominently within the exhibit hall, the Social Lounge will be used by delegates during coffee breaks to unwind, catch up with colleagues, and make new connections in a relaxed and interactive space.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Continuous pre-conference promotion as the sponsor of this featured item on social media and in the CBIE e-newsletter.
  • A custom branded lounge space centrally located within the exhibit hall.
  • Custom branded signage printed exclusively for the lounge, with the sponsor’s logo.
  • Custom branded tabletop games, available exclusively in the lounge.
  • Option to offer swag with your organization’s branding (eco-friendly preferably and supplied by the sponsor).
  • Option to add more branded items or games to the lounge, with approval by CBIE.
Featured Item 3/3: SIO Summit
The Senior Internationalization Leaders (SIO) Summit brings together senior administrators within the international education sector for a day of collaboration and learning. The event is by invitation only. This sponsorship opportunity is ideal for an organization that wishes to engage with this exclusive audience on a deeper level.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Continuous pre-conference promotion as the sponsor of this featured item to SIO Summit attendees.
  • Custom branded signage printed exclusively for the SIO Summit.
  • Opportunity to welcome attendees to the Summit with two minutes of remarks.
  • Attendee list with SIO contacts.
  • Opportunity for the sponsor to host a cocktail reception following the Summit (paid by the sponsor). CBIE will include the reception in the Summit agenda and promote it directly to attendees.
Purchase

Gold – $15,000

9 opportunities

All Gold Packages Include

Registration

  • Three (3) regular conference passes.
  • Exhibit booth location selection (first-come, first-served).
  • Opportunity to purchase additional booth space at a 50% discount. See ‘Add-Ons’ section at the bottom of this page for details.

At the Conference

  • Standard exhibit booth, measuring 10′ x 10′.
  • Standard exhibit booth furniture package including chairs, tables and wifi.
  • Logo placement on the exhibit hall sponsor banner alongside all sponsors.
  • Logo placement on the conference powerpoint shown throughout the conference.

Branding + Communications

  • Logo placement on a rotating carousel in the conference app.
  • Logo and hyperlink on the ‘Sponsors’ page of the conference website.
  • One (1) group acknowledgment of gold sponsorship on CBIE’s social media.
  • Sponsor app profile (includes a logo, video, and more).

Engagement with Guests

  • Team delegate badge scanning with digital lead retrieval.
  • Opt-in delegate list shared two weeks prior to the conference.

Select ONE featured item to include in your sponsor package

Featured Item 1/9: Wi-Fi
Help delegates stay connected throughout the conference as the exclusive Wi-Fi sponsor of CBIE2023. This opportunity provides high visibility ensuring everyone will know your organization’s name by the end of the conference.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Customizing the CBIE2023 password with your organization’s name.
  • Custom splash page, which delegates are redirected to upon connecting to the conference internet.
  • One in-app announcement, written by CBIE, promoting Wi-Fi, with mention of the sponsor.
  • Wi-Fi login information, with your logo, displayed on the screen of the main ballroom.
  • Wi-Fi information and your logo displayed at the registration area.
SoldFeatured Item 2/9: Conference Lanyard
Worn by all delegates for the duration of the conference, this high-visibility item will put your organization front and center. Each delegate will receive a lanyard to wear with their conference badges throughout the week.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Full colour logo printed on the conference lanyard, distributed to and worn by each delegate.
Featured Item 3/9, 4/9, 5/9: Plenary Session Sponsor (Three Opportunities)
Increase your visibility by associating your organization with the most anticipated conversations of CBIE2023. Select your preferred day of sponsorship from Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday.

Sponsorship includes:

  • One in-app announcement, written by CBIE, promoting the plenary, with sponsor mention.
  • Emcee verbal recognition of sponsor before the plenary session.
  • Emcee to read a short message from the sponsor (approved by CBIE) before the plenary session.
  • Sponsor logo on-screen in the ballroom during the plenary event.
  • Sponsor logo displayed next to the plenary session in the conference program.
Featured Item 6/9, 7/9, 8/9: Breakfast Sponsor (Three Opportunities)
Help delegates start their day at CBIE2023. Select one of the three mornings from Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday and help us greet the delegates.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Opportunity to play a video on-loop or have logo displayed on-screen during breakfast. Video is provided by the sponsor and must have no audio, closed captioning is recommended.
  • Sponsor logo displayed next to the plenary session in the conference program.
  • Custom tabletop signage acknowledging the sponsor at the breakfast buffet stations.
Featured Item 9/9: Health + Safety Restroom Decals
Looking for increased visibility for your organization? Restroom Decals will be sure to catch the attention of all who attend CBIE2023. Branded with your logo, decals will be placed on restroom mirrors outside the exhibit hall for the duration of the conference.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Full-colour branded decals with your logo placed in the restrooms located at the entrances of the Exhibition Hall.
Purchase

Silver – $10,000

9 opportunities

All Silver Packages Include

Registration

    • Two (2) regular conference passes.
    • Exhibit booth location selection (first-come, first-served).
    • Opportunity to purchase additional booth space at a 50% discount. See ‘Add-Ons’ section at the bottom of this page for details.

At the Conference

      • Standard exhibit booth, measuring 10′ x 10′.
      • Standard exhibit booth furniture package including chairs, tables and wifi.
      • Logo placement on the exhibit hall sponsor banner alongside all sponsors.
      • Logo placement on the conference powerpoint shown throughout the conference.

Branding + Communications

        • Logo placement on a rotating carousel in the conference app.
        • Logo and hyperlink on the ‘Sponsors’ page of the conference website.
        • One (1) group acknowledgment of silver sponsorship on CBIE’s social media.
        • Sponsor app profile (includes a logo, video, and more).

Engagement with Guests

        • Team delegate badge scanning with digital lead retrieval.
        • Opt-in delegate list shared two weeks prior to the conference.

Select ONE featured item to include in your sponsor package

Featured Item 1/9, 2/9: Morning + Afternoon Networking Break (Two Opportunities)
Help delegates recharge in-between sessions by sponsoring the day’s networking breaks both in the morning and afternoon. Select your preferred day of sponsorship from Monday or Tuesday.

Sponsorship includes:

  • One in-app announcement, written by CBIE, promoting networking breaks, with mention of the sponsor.
  • Sponsor logo displayed next to networking breaks in the conference program.
  • Custom tabletop signage acknowledging the sponsor at the networking food and beverage stations.
Featured Item 3/9, 4/9, 5/9: PD Workshop Sponsor (Three Opportunities)
Pre-conference professional development workshops are popular amongst delegates and are a great opportunity to showcase your organization to a targeted group of practitioners. Select your preferred workshop to sponsor on the Sunday.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Sponsor logo displayed on the workshop information page on the conference website.
  • Sponsor logo displayed next to workshop in the conference program.
  • Sponsor logo printed on signage, displayed at the entrance of the workshop room.
  • Opportunity to welcome attendees to the workshop with two minutes of remarks.
Featured Item 6/9: Bus Transportation + Coat Check
Create a comfortable conference experience for delegates while being one of the first organizations they encounter as they access these essential services.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Sponsor logo printed on signage, displayed at the entrance to the Opening Reception bus pick-up/drop-off points.
  • Sponsor logo printed on signage, displayed at the entrance of the conference coat-check from Monday to Wednesday.
  • Two in-app announcements, written by CBIE, promoting the bus transportation and coat-check, with mention of the sponsor.
SoldFeatured Item 7/9: Charging Station
Provide the most essential tool – the power to reconnect, while promoting your organization. This custom branded charging station will be situated in a high-traffic area where delegates can recharge their devices.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Charging station featured on the main event floor, branded with sponsor’s logo.
  • In-app announcement notifying delegates of the charging station, with sponsor mention.
SoldFeatured Item 8/9: Hotel Key Cards
Be one of the first organizations conference attendees see as they check into the CBIE2023 host hotel.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Full colour sponsor logo or company name printed on hotel key card at CBIE2023 host hotel.
SoldFeatured Item 9/9: Information + Directional Floor Decals
Help delegates navigate their way through CBIE2023. Information and directional floor decals will be branded with your organization name and/or logo and will be placed throughout the conference including high-traffic thresholds such as elevators, escalators, staircases, and entrances.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Full-colour branded decals with your organization name and/or logo placed around the convention center floor.
Purchase

Add-ons

Select any of the following add-on items to include in your sponsor package.

Select your Add-on(s)

Notification Add-on – $400

  • Place your message directly in the hands of delegates with a push announcement sent to their devices.
  • Item includes one (1) in-app push announcement written by the sponsor (scheduled by CBIE) within the character limit.

Carbon Offset – Minimum Donation $100

  • Offset your carbon footprint with a donation to Carbone boréal, an organization that is committed to climate action. For every $100, 25 trees will be planted and 3.57 tons of CO2 eq. will be compensated.
  • Item includes your logo on a recognition slide rotating in the main ballroom.

One Additional Exhibition Booth – $2,500

  • Opportunity for CBIE2023 sponsors and exhibitors to purchase one (1) additional booth space at a 50% discount.
  • Please note this add-on is for the booth space only (10′ x 10′) and does not include passes or furniture.

Exhibition Booth – $5,000

Includes

Registration

  • Two regular conference passes.
  • Exhibit booth location selection (first-come, first-served).
  • Opportunity to purchase additional booth space at a 50% discount. See ‘Add-Ons’ section at the bottom of this page for details.

At the Conference

  • Standard exhibit booth, measuring 10′ x 10′.
  • Standard exhibit booth furniture package including 2 chairs, skirted 6′ table, wifi, and 8′ high draped back wall and 3′ high draped side walls.
  • Organization name and booth number included on the exhibit hall floor plan banner.

Branding + Communications

  • Logo displayed on the conference website – exhibitor page.
  • Sponsor app profile (includes a logo, video, description, contact details, and more).

Engagement with Guests

  • Opt-in delegate list shared two weeks prior to the conference.
  • Team delegate badge scanning with digital lead retrieval.

For questions on sponsorship, exhibition, or to discuss custom sponsorship opportunities, please contact Pina Capuano at pcapuano@cbie.ca or (613) 237-4820, ext. 394.

Opening Reception
Excellence Awards Ceremony & Reception
Braindate
Plenary