About the CAAA Conference

The countdown is on for the CAAA 2024 AGM, Conference, and Trade Show at the Fairmont Banff Springs from February 29 to March 1, 2024, with an additional Workshop available on February 28, 2024.

Boasting over 200+ attendees annually, the CAAA AGM & Conference brings exposure to the industry and active members of the community that are attending with the intent of making meaningful business connections.

The CAAA Board attracts top speakers each year to provide multiple education opportunities, including pesticide applicator’s license re-certification credits.

We host a live auction as well as a silent auction, taking place at the heart of the AGM & Conference. This event never fails to impress as attendees flock to be a part of the most exciting event of the conference. All proceeds from the auction go toward the betterment of the industry and showcase your company as a key contributor to the community.

The CAAA presents six annual awards to recognize members who exceed our qualifications and are announced at our AGM & Conference. Amongst our accredited awards is our annual scholarship available to new pilots.

Registration and Partnership NOW OPEN!

To Register for the Conference or the Conference & the Workshop together use the Conference Link.

To Register for the Flying in the Wire Workshop ONLY, use the link below

Thursday Evening Icebreaker: A Night to Remember in Downtown Banff, AB!

Following the massive success of last year's icebreaker, we're taking things up a notch! Come and join us for a night of free beer, delectable food, and live music at "Banff's Living Room," Banff Ave Brewing Co. – all to ourselves.

Since this is a ticketed event, it's best to book early to guarantee your spot. The cost of the event is $50.00 + GST.

Don't forget to come dressed in your best 'Banff Fit'!


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Shuttle from Calgary to Banff

Enjoy a 15% Discount on Daily Shuttle Service between Calgary Airport and Banff with Banff Airporter

Take advantage of our exclusive deal! Book your ride with Banff Airporter and receive a 15% discount on your shuttle service. Visit the Banff Airporter website and select "Book Now" to make your reservation. As you complete your payment, enter "CAAA2024" in the "Promo Code" field, and the discount will be applied. Please note that this offer is valid for bookings made at least one week prior to the event start, for travel dates between February 26 and March 5, 2024.


Additional Hotel Information for CAAA Attendees

In case you missed out on the Fairmont Banff Springs room block, we're pleased to offer some extra hotel details. Please keep in mind that hotel rooms in Banff sell out rapidly, and there are no specific room blocks designated for CAAA at the hotels listed below. As a result, we recommend booking your accommodations as soon as possible to guarantee a room.

  1. Mount Royal Hotel. The rooms per night average $260. This hotel is right downtown and is recently renovated. The hotel is within walking distance to the Banff Springs hotel (about a 15-minute walk).

  2. Hotel Canoe & Suites. Cost is $181 to $201 per night plus tax. This hotel is new but is further away from the Fairmont Banff Springs hotel. Guests would have to take the bus (free passes from the hotel), Uber, or drive and park.

To reserve a room at your preferred hotel, click on the hotel name above in blue text.


schedule

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Workshop attendees only

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fly in the Wire Workshop
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Breakfast
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch

Thursday, February 29, 2024

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Exhibitor Setup
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Registration
8:00AM - 9:00AM Breakfast
9:00AM - 10:00AM RPAAS Panel
10:00AM - 10:15AM Coffee Break
10:15AM - 11:15AM An Overview of Spray Drift Risk Assessment (Presented by Andrea Sawatzky, Health Canada) 1 credit in General Information
11:15 AM - 2:00 PM Exhibit Time
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch with Exhibitors
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Round-Up Training (Presented by Adam Pfeffer M.Sc. CCA-ON, Bayer CropScience) 1 credit in Pest Management
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Pratt & Whitney Update
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spousal Program
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Icebreaker (offsite, will be an additional registration)

Friday, March 1, 2024

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Registration
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CAAA AGM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM Covington Aircraft Update
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Air Tractor & Thrush Update
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Keynote Lunch: Unchartered Waters: Training with the Navy SEALs (Presented by Jared Smith)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM The Mis/Disinformation Landscape and Its Impact on Ag (Presented by Dr. CAMILLE RYAN, B.Comm., PhD. , Bayer CropScience Canada) 1 credit in Professionalism
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Happy Hour with Exhibitors
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Exhibitor Takedown
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Cocktail Hour Reception
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Banquet


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