ANNUAL CONFERENCE

AUGUST 22-24, 2017KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA

A MERITAGE OF PERSPECTIVES

Earn 12 Professional Development Hours

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTSSOAK IT UP!• Seventeen continuing educational sessions

featuring a wide array of consumer, mid-market and corporate topics, including the brand new consumer and corporate lightning rounds and sessions concerning professional fee approvals, strata wind-ups, consumer proposals, and a judicial and legal update from our distinguished panel.

• Opening Keynote Address: Todd Hirsch, Chief Economist, ATB Financial

SAVOUR IT ALL!• Join us for drinks, appetizers and fantastic

networking opportunities at our two receptions:

• Tuesday, August 22: Opening Reception at Summerhill Pyramid Winery sponsored by the Vancouver Insolvency Discussion Group

• Wednesday, August 23: Reception on the Terrace sponsored by BMO Bank of Montreal

LAUGH IT UP!• Closing reception and dinner on Thursday,

August 24 sponsored by FCA Insurance Brokers, featuring celebrated comedian Brent Butt, creator, head writer, and star of the CTV smash hit television show Corner Gas

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Todd Hirsch is the Chief Economist at ATB Financial. He holds a BA Honours in Economics from the University of Alberta and an MA in Economics from the University of Calgary. For over 20 years he’s worked as an economist at Canadian Pacific Railway, the Canada West Foundation and the Bank of Canada. For almost a decade, Todd taught economics at the University of Calgary. He released his first book, The Boiling Frog Dilemma: Saving Canada from Economic Decline, in 2012.

Todd provides economic commentary for several Canadian media outlets and is a regular columnist for the Globe and Mail. He currently serves on the University of Calgary Board of Governors and is the chair of the Calgary Arts Academy. Todd recently received the University of Alberta’s Alumni Honour Award.

Brent Butt is best known in television for his hilarious role on CTV’s Corner Gas, which portrayed life in small-town Saskatchewan and the mayhem that ensued there each week. Bringing a similar style of humour to his onstage performances, Brent is an audience favourite with his clean jokes and stories that everyone can relate to.

Brent started his career in the Yuk Yuk’s chain and quickly rose in the comedy ranks to become one of the most successful comedians in Canada. He has done several stand-up performances for CTV, CBC, CBC radio’s Definitely Not the Opera and The Comedy Network, as well as A&E in the US and SBS in Australia. Corner Gas, which he produced, ran for six seasons, with his program Hiccups airing from 2010 to 2011. His first feature film, No Clue, was released in 2013. Brent also stars in the recent film, Corner Gas: The Movie, which saw the entire cast reunited to the delight of rabid fans and new fans alike. The movie received a special Golden Screen Award at the 2016 Canadian Screen Awards recognizing the project’s stellar ratings and “most watched” status. In 2013, Brent was honoured with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contributions to the community and country.

At the World Television Festival, Brent was honoured with the Comedy Network Sir Peter Ustinov Award which is presented in recognition of a significant body of comedic work. He has also won four Canadian Comedy Awards, for Best Male Stand-up (2001), Best Male TV Performance (Corner Gas, 2004–05) and Best Writing, TV Series (Corner Gas, 2004).

OPENING KEYNOTE SPEAKERTodd Hirsch, Chief Economist, ATB Financial

CLOSING KEYNOTE SPEAKERBrent Butt, Celebrated Comedian

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AGENDATUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2017

4:00pm – 6:00pm Registration

6:00pm - 8:00pm Opening Reception at Summerhill Pyramid Winery sponsored by the Vancouver Insolvency Discussion Group

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23, 20177:30am – 9:30am Breakfast and Registration sponsored by Cassels Brock

7:55am – 8:00am Plenary Session:Opening Remarks: Jennifer McCracken, BDO Canada Limited

8:00am – 9:00am Plenary Session:Opening Keynote Address: Todd Hirsch, Chief Economist, ATB Financial

9:00am – 10:00am

Plenary Session:

Professional Fee Approval

Our panel will cover the latest developments on professional fee approval, with a particular emphasis on what courts are looking for and a practical guide to material preparation to ensure success.

Speakers:

Lance Williams, Cassels Brock (Moderator)

Lisa Hiebert, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Rick Pallen, PwC

Vicki Tickle, McMillan LLP

10:00am – 10:30am Networking Break sponsored by Captus Press Inc.

10:30am – 11:30am Concurrent Sessions

Panel A:

Consumer Lightning Round

Listen to this panel of dynamic speakers debate current consumer topics—there may be a blending of views or sparkling divergent perspectives. There is no time to stop and smell the roses, when the buzzer sounds, time to move to the next topic!

Speakers:

Rebecca Frederick, Frederick and Company Ltd. (Moderator)

Craig Fryzuk, BDO Canada Limited

Mark Rosen, BDO Canada Limited

Panel B:

Corporate Lightning Round

Come prepared for this fast-paced session where our panellists debate their stance on topical corporate issues. Sparks may fly when these speakers uncork their impressions of today’s corporate insolvency landscape.

Speakers:

Scott Andersen, Gowling WLG

Mike Bell, EY

Tevia Jeffries, Dentons

John McEown, Boale, Wood & Company Ltd. (Moderator)

11:30am – 12:30pm Concurrent Sessions

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Panel C:

Claims Process in Consumer Filings

Has the process of claims filing improved with age? Join this flight of trustees as they present a sampling of issues encountered in the current market. Be ready to soak up the practical solutions that you can blend into your practice.

Speakers:

André Bolduc, BDO Canada Limited

Debora Kwasnicky, D. Kwasnicky & Associates Inc. (Moderator)

Elizabeth Tait, FCT Default Solutions

Arthur Weston, Canada Revenue Agency

Panel D:

Gold Medal Secrets – Judicial and Legal Update

Our distinguished panel will give you insight into how to ensure a gold medal vintage. This discussion of recent developments and practice before the courts is a must for all practitioners who interact directly or indirectly with the bench. Find out what judges are looking for and how to ensure your materials aren’t corked!

Speakers:

Hon. Mr. Justice Paul Belzil, Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta

Hon. Mr. Frank Newbould, Thornton Grout Finnigan LLP

Hon. Mr. Justice Paul Walker, Supreme Court of British Columbia

Lance Williams, Cassels Brock (Moderator)

12:30pm – 1:30pm Lunch sponsored by Joiner Sales Corporation

1:30pm – 2:30pm Concurrent Sessions

Panel E:

Navigating the Landscape of Consumer Proposals

While our professional standards guide our best practices, there are times when creative solutions are necessary. This panel will decant the steps for amending and reviving consumer proposals and explore the “do’s and don’ts”. Whatever your vintage, you will be sure to leave this session with ample tips.

Speakers:

Lisa Breault, Boale, Wood & Company Ltd.

Daniel Charrette, Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy

Bridget van Wyk, A. Farber & Partners (Moderator)

Brian Veres, BDO Canada Limited

Panel F:

Cross Bordeaux Matters

Join our panel for a discussion on cross-border insolvencies with the United States, including tips, traps and the latest developments. This isn’t just a discussion about behemoth files—this session is for all who may encounter cross-border issues.

Speakers:

Mary Buttery, Cassels Brock

Michelle Grant, EY

Nava Hazan, Squire Patton Boggs

William Skelly, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

2:30pm - 2:40pm Plenary Session: Update from INSOL2:40pm - 3:40pm Members Only: Chair’s Update, General Meeting and CIRP to CIRP6:00pm - 8:00pm Reception on the Terrace sponsored by BMO Bank of Montreal

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 20177:30am – 9:30am Breakfast sponsored by Lawson Lundell LLP

8:10am - 8:30am Plenary Session:OSB Update: Bill James, Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy

8:30am – 9:30am Plenary Session:Ethics and Your Practice: Gregory Prince, PwC

9:30am – 10:30am Concurrent Sessions

Panel G:

Surplus Income - From the Vine to the Class

Our panelists will enrich the dialogue about the intricacies of surplus income and explore a case study that includes nuances of the non-nuclear family and unusual non-discretionary expenses, all the while keeping within the “vines” of the calculation.

Speakers:

Bill Courage, BDO Canada Limited

Leah Drewcock, MNP Ltd.

Douglas Thode, D. Thode & Associates Inc.

Michael Wright, Abakhan & Associates Inc.

Panel H:

Retail Insolvencies

In an era where online shopping is gaining in consumer preference, the retail world is challenged to meet the ever-changing needs of the consumer. Our panel will share some of their experiences with both traditional bricks and mortar styled retailers, as well as online. The group will uncork a medium-bodied discussion related to complex issues with a goal of leaving the audience to blend their own views.

Speakers:

Russell Law, Crowe MacKay & Company

Thomas Powell, Alvarez & Marsal

William Roberts, Lawson Lundell LLP

10:30am – 11:00am Networking Break sponsored by Colliers International

11:00am – 12:00pm

Plenary Session:

Strata Wind-ups

Our panel will provide a short primer on Strata Wind-ups under the new amendments to the Strata Property Act. Be prepared to sip, swirl and swallow up all the interesting facts on this emerging market of insolvency proceedings.

Speakers:

Hart Buck, Colliers International

John McEown, Boale, Wood & Company Ltd. (Moderator)

Peter Roberts, Lawson Lundell LLP

12:00pm – 1:00pm Lunch sponsored by Lawson Lundell LLP

1:00pm – 2:00pm Concurrent Sessions

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Panel I:

Heard it Through the Grapevine – Real Estate in Insolvency Matters

Real estate values have risen and fallen in cities across Canada and stakeholders expect trustees to negotiate a hard bargain and maximize recovery. Be prepared to take “tasting” notes for this session as our experts discuss how best to manage the realization process.

Speakers:

Colleen Craig, Craig & Associates

Geoffrey Dabbs, Gehlen Dabbs

Roula Eatrides, Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy

Guylaine Houle, Pierre Roy and Associés Inc.

Shelley Koehli, Smythe Insolvency Inc.

Panel J:

Oppression Remedies

The oppression remedy is a personal remedy available to a complainant when a corporation, a board, or a corporation’s affiliate acts in a manner unfairly prejudicial to, or unfairly disregards, that complainant’s individual interests. This spicy discussion of its application within the context of an insolvency proceeding promises to deliver a range of colour commentary on what is surely not a “dry” topic.

Speakers:

Darren Crocker, Deloitte

Jordan Schultz, Dentons

2:00pm – 3:00pm Concurrent Sessions

Panel K:

Bankruptcy and Family Law—Sour Grapes

When separation and divorce intersect with insolvency law, it brings complexities without a navigation system to chart the course. Come prepared with your questions as this panel explores the breadth of case law and pours out insights on these interesting engagements.

Speakers:

Benjamin La Borie, Hakemi & Ridgedale LLP

Jennifer McCracken, BDO Canada Limited

Panel L:

Innovative Ways to Restructure

Where gaps exist in various insolvency legislation, practitioners and lawyers are required to find innovative ways to create the best “harvest” and deliver results that balance the interest of all stakeholders. This panel will give you the best tasting notes to take home and enhance your insolvency practice. Be ready to be enlightened by this group of insolvency stewards.

Speakers:

Pam Boparai, Boparai Consulting

John Sandrelli, Dentons

3:00pm – 3:30pm Networking Break

Chair:Jennifer McCracken, CIRP, LIT BDO Canada Limited

Members:Robert Hunt, CPA, CA, CIRPGrant Thornton Limited

John McEown, CPA, CA, CIRPBoale, Wood & Company Ltd.

Gregory Moroso, CIRPG. Moroso & Associates Inc.

Craig Munro, CPA, CA, CIRPFTI Consulting Canada Inc.

Larry Prentice, FCPA, FCA, FCIRP, FIIC Prentice Strategies Inc.

Lance WilliamsCassels Brock

Michael Wright, CPA, CA, CIRPAbakhan & Associates Inc.

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Event Location & Conference Hotel: Delta Grand Okanagan (1310 Water Street) Reservations*: ONLINE BOOKING/1.888.236.2427 or 250.763.4500 and quote “CAIRP” to make your reservation. Book by July 25, 2017, to receive the CAIRP room rate.Room Rates: $299.00 to $449.00 CAD/nightOnline Registration:www.cairp.ca/events/cairp/2017/2017-cairp-annual-conference/Activities:A full list of recommended activities and information about golf is available online at:www.cairp.ca/events/cairp/2017/2017-cairp-annual-conference/Registration Fees:Member & CQP Candidates: $1295 + taxNon-Member: $1395 + taxRegistrars, Judges, Academics: $500 + taxSpouse: $500 + taxChildren (13–18): $300 + taxChildren (12 and under): $50 + tax *If you are booking nights outside of the Conference dates August 22 – August 24, please phone the hotel at 1.888.236.2427 or 250.763.4500 and quote “CAIRP” to make your reservation.

3:30pm – 4:30pm

Plenary Session:

Wine Restructurings - A Varietal of Views

British Columbia’s wine industry contributes about 2 billion dollars annually to the provincial economy. The province is home to 273 wineries, of which 80% are located in the Okanagan region. Occasionally one “falls off the wagon” and needs some assistance. Our panel will share their experience with some of the practical and legal issues involved in proceedings related to wineries. From taking possession, to dealing with the regulators, sip and savour their insights.

Speakers:

Jonathan McNair, Wolrige Mahon

Kimberley Robertson, Lawson Lundell LLP

6:30pm – 10:30pm Closing Reception and Dinner featuring Brent Butt sponsored by FCA Insurance Brokers

**times subject to change**