Special Events
Two evening events are planned for conference delegates at the National Arts Centre and the Canadian Museum of Civilization.
  
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Opening Evening Event |
This action-packed evening will be held at the beautiful National Arts Centre, located in downtown Ottawa along the banks of the Rideau Canal, a Canadian Heritage River and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Opening with a visually stunning multimedia presentation of Wild Water, Wild Earth, the evening will close with an opportunity for guests to meet with Mark Angelo.
Mark Angelo’s presentation makes an eloquent statement about the conservation of wild spaces while also exploring the plight of many of the world’s indigenous cultures. For those with an interest in travel, adventure and the outdoors, or for those who care about our environment, Wild Water, Wild Earth is an adventure you won’t soon forget.
This evening event is included as part of the conference registration package and is also open to the general public.
Event proceeds will support river conservation in Canada.
Time: 7:00 p.m.
General Public: $15.00
Conference delegates: included in registration fee
Tickets: www.nac-cna.ca or www.ticketmaster.ca or 613-755-1111.
Wild Water, Wild Earth - Mark Angelo
This round-the-world journey ranges from Antarctica to the Himalayas, from the heart of Africa to the Canadian wilderness. Commented by creator Mark Angelo – a member of the Order of Canada and founder of British Columbia Rivers Day – the show offers an eloquent plea to protect our vanishing wild spaces while exploring the plight of many of the world’s most indigenous cultures.
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Great Rivers Rendezvous Evening | ||||
This evening will be held in the magnificent Canadian Museum of Civilization, along the bank of the Ottawa River.
Beginning with a cocktail reception in the impressive lobby of the museum, delegates enjoy a delicious three course meal, followed by a presentation of four national river conservation awards. The evening will close with live musical entertainment and dancing.